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A blind date. So, that was it.
“Ms. Torrey?”
Martha was momentarily stunned as she looked at Ariana.
How could she be happy about her ex-fiancé going on a blind date?
“Martha, I've got it. Thanks.”
Ariana’s mood brightened at once. She guessed she wouldn't be stuck in the Lodge hmuch longer.
Just then, her phone buzzed. It was a message from William. She quickly unlocked it to check.
William’s message was brief: “I'll send someone to pick you up at noon.”
Ariana guessed it must be about the South Gleaston land project. Neither the Torrey residence nor the Lodge
residence was a suitable place for such a discussion. William's message cat just the right time.
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Ariana quickly replied with an “ok” emoji.
At Lodge Co., just before lunch, Brian leaned back in his office chair, looking tired.
Before Brian could take a moment to rest, Emily walked in and said, “Mr. Lodge, Madam Mackle sent someone to
remind you that Ms. Quinlan is already on her way. It wouldn't look good to keep her waiting
“I know,” Brian replied expressionlessly.
Standing up, he instinctively checked his phone. There was nothing except work notifications. That made him
frown.
“Has Ariana been up to anything today?” he asked.
“Ms. Torrey? With her leg in that condition, it’s unlikely she can go anywhere. She’s probably just resting at
home.
“Right,” Brian said coolly. “Have we lined up that overseas medical team yet?”
“The hospital director hasn't confirmed. I'll follow up.”
“Do it as soon as possible.”
“Yes, Mr. Lodge.”
Seeing his concern for Ariana, Emily couldn’t help asking, Mr. Lodge, this is the first tI've seen you worried
about a woman who isn’t Ms. Granger. Could it be that you,
Before she could finish, he shot her a glare. “I'm finding her a doctor only because | wrongfully accused her, and
this is my way of compensating her.”
“Of course, Mr. Lodge,” Emily replied, lowering her head.
women
“Anyway, who would like a woman like Ariana? She’s juggling two men at once, and she’s deceitful and
ungrateful!”
Emily couldn’t help but wonder how Brian had cup with “ungrateful” when there hadn’t exactly been much
kindness on his part.
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At Evergreen Hotel, Elise glanced at the clock, her annoyance growing. “Mr. Lodge still isn’t here?”
Ms. Quinlan, Mr. Lodge is very busy. He should be here sogn.”
Elise frowned but forced herself to stay calm. After all, Brias was the president of Lodge Co. and one of the most
powerful men in Gleaston. Many women dreamed of marrying him.
Now, she had the chance to be his fiancée. Her parents had told her she must make a good impression.
Just then, her bodyguard whispered, “Mr. Lodge has arrived”
Elise quickly checked her appearance, making sure to present her most beautiful side to Brian.
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