Chapter 72 Rookie

During the drinking competition, Lily drank three cups amid the cheers. Though the cups were small, the whiskey was strong, causing her to blush in embarrassment. Lily could feel the burning sensation in her stomach, but she managed to stay conscious. "If you can't handle it, don't drink," Ivan whispered, lowering his voice as he sat beside Lily, "It's for work, isn't it?" Everyone at the table was adept at drinking whiskey, so Lily couldn't escape. Moreover, Lily didn't really want Ivan to help her drink, as she was afraid of the rumors that might arise and the responsibility that would come with it. Lily unconsciously swallowed, and her mouth was full of the taste of alcohol. The dinner had just begun, and one drink followed another, which Lily had never experienced before. "She's not drinking," Ivan helped refuse the drinks for her, and this time Lily wisely chose to remain silent