After writing on her palm, Frederic let his hand roam around Joey??s thigh. His gaze was meaningful, as if warning her of the consequences of speaking out.
Feeling conflicted and fearing Andrew might discover her relationship with Frederic, Joey had no choice but to lower her head and quietly eat her cake.
Seeing her docile look, Frederic felt something stirring within him, sending an odd, tingling sensation throughout his body.
His grip on Joey inadvertently tightened as he asked, "She seems bright; how did she end up choosing the wrong man?"
Sighing, Andrew replied, "She gave up her career in law for that man, only to be mistreated by him. I??m here to set things straight on her behalf. I heard he even had her father jailed and is suing her for assault. I want to see who??s bold enou
