PopularNovel| Chapter 715 Whose Odds Are Greater After Timothy left, Xander remained standing in place. He wasn't even aware of a person appearing behind him.
It was Grace. She spoke softly. "Why didn't you tell me that you helped Timothy?" Xander looked at her somewhat surprised expression in the reflection of the floor-to-ceiling window and said gently, "It's a small matter. I didn't think it was necessary to tell you and make you worry." Grace wasn't a fool. She knew that whoever was close to her would inevitably have some resentment toward Benjamin. Since Timothy was his friend, Xander extending a helping hand to him came as a surprise to her.
"Thank you, Xander." She knew Xander did it for her.
Upon hearing this, he turned around and pulled her into his arms. He sighed subtly. "There's no need to thank me. The bond between us goes beyond such things." Grace placed her hands on his neck, smiling. "You're so good. Should I just marry you already?" Xander chuckled, and his expression showed his affection for her.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"That would depend on your abilities, Ms. Lewis." Grace was overwhelmed with joy. She laughed uncontrollably in his
arms, trembling with delight.
At that moment, a light cough sounded from the doorway. It was none other than Aaron.
Grace hastily got up, feeling a bit embarrassed as she took a step back.
"Aaron." Aaron didn't mind. He leaned against the door frame with a faint smile and told Xander, "I just received news that over a hundred clubs in Pamore were subjected to spot checks. 35 of them were found to be in violation, with the largest violator being the Nightshade Bar under the name of Ms. Nancy." Xander stood with his hands behind his back while speaking nonchalantly. "You're indeed well-informed, Aaron. You found out everything in just half a day." R Aaron was a clever man. Of course, he knew whose handiwork all this was. After the events of last night, he had no objections but gave a slight warning. "Such high-profile actions will invite retaliation. Be careful." Xander nodded.
After Aaron left, Grace looked up at Xander in surprise. "Was it you?" He didn't deny it. He reached out to catch a droplet of rainwater from the eaves. "Jake was too audacious to act on our New Year's Eve dinner and ruin our gathering. He deserves punishment."
Grace parted her lips slightly. She had guessed since the moment Jake appeared last night that Xander wouldn't let it slide.
Shortly after, Xander received a call from Hestia and returned to Summitview Manor.
Meanwhile, Grace went to Aaron's study and knocked on the door.
"Gracie." Aaron looked up at her, signaling for her to come in.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏm"Aaron, you seem to have integrated quite well into Pamore. You should come back often in the future." Grace entered casually, glancing around at the furnishings.
Aaron leaned back in his chair, lazily rubbing his temples. "What do you want to ask?" "I knew I couldn't hide anything from you." She smiled and moved closer to give him a shoulder massage. "But I wasn't wrong. You really have integrated well. You've only been in Pamore for two days, and you already know such insider information." "You want to ask about the Nightshade Bar?" "Please tell me about it," she answered eagerly.
"They were found to be a place for illicit dealings between officials and businessmen. It may implicate key figures, leading to political and business turmoil. It's going to be a tough year for them." Grace was surprised by the severity of the consequences.
"Xander struck at the heart of the matter. There's someone powerful backing him. Do you know who it is?" Aaron asked.
She shook her head.
"He and Jake are destined to be at odds. Be careful, and tread carefully." His gaze was sharp, making Grace listen attentively. "Aaron, if the two clash, whose odds do you think are greater?"
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