NovelEnglishChapter 670: How did Sadie manage to attract such fortune? First with Noah, and now Alex? Both men were exceptional and devoted to her. What was her secret? The more Briley dwelled on it, the more a bitter jealousy coiled within her, her resentment festering.
She craved what Sadie had-the adoration and attention of two remarkable men.
As Alex drove away, Briley prepared to follow, hoping for a chance to draw closer to him when her phone interrupted her thoughts.
It was her brother, Sutton.
With a frown, she answered, her voice tinged with annoyance.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"What now, Sutton?" "Briley, have you made any progress with Alex? I told you we need him on our side quickly." Sutton's authoritative voice pressed through the speaker.
Her irritation spiked at his urging.
"I'm aware, Sutton! Don't pressure me,” she retorted sharply. “I'm handling it. Just givestime—he'll be mine soon enough." New chapters uploaded at galBriley ended the call brusquely.
However, Sutton was not easily deceived. He could detect the impatience in her response.
"Briley, I'm telling you again, this is critical for our family," Sutton said, his voice lowering to convey a serious warning. "Make sure you're focused and don't botch this like last time." The previous debacle had brought embarrassment to both Briley and their father, tarnishing their reputation within the family. This time, Sutton was adamant that there would be no errors.
Taken aback by Sutton's stern tone, Briley softened her voice to reassure him.
"Sutton, relax. I won't let you down this time. Just wait for my good news," she replied confidently.
Sutton's demeanor eased slightly when he heard his sister's promise.
"Good," he said before ending the call.
Briley ignited her sports car, tracing the route Alex had taken.
Under the late-night sky, neon lights flickered, casting their glow. The Night Owl Bar, a haven of indulgence, pulsed with the rhythm of music, its dance floor alive with the sway of men and women. In a secluded corner, a solitary figure nursed his drink, his posture betraying a sense of isolation.
It was Alex.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmGlass after glass, he sought solace in the burn of alcohol, yet it provided no relief from the frustration boiling within him.
Once more, Sadie had refused him.
Was he destined to merely watch as she slipped further away? Then, a figure approached, her movements hushed.
Briley eased into the seat next to Alex, ordering a drink while her gaze lingered on his profile, striking even in the dim light. The moment she had been waiting for had arrived.
With her heart racing, a faint blush tinged her cheeks.
She reached out hesitantly, her fingers grazing Alex's hand with a delicate touch.
Unresponsive, lost in his thoughts, Alex gave no indication he noticed. Briley was emboldened her touch becoming more suggestive, her fingers tracing his hand with a gentle persuasion.
At last, Alex looked up, his eyes bleary from the alcohol, his focus drifting as he tried to make out her face.
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