Chapter 173

"Nothing, really. Let's go, sis." The two of them randomly picked a spot outside and sat down to grab a bite. Back in the private room, Gary King asked Ava to drink with the executives. "Ava, they're my business partners. Keep them company for a bit, will you? I need to take a quick restroom break." "Gary..." Ava tried to stop him, but he was already headed out the door. The moment he left, the three men surrounded her, blocking her from leaving. "Miss Harris, c'mon, let's have a drink!" "Sure," Ava replied with an awkward smile. "Miss Harris, you toasted Mr. Thompson but skipped me? That hurts, you know." Ava knew too well these were powerful men she couldn't afford to offend. "Oh come on, Mr. King, of course I'll toast you. Cheers!" "Fine, but let's do it arm-in-arm," Mr. King smirked. Ava froze. "What's the hold-up? Don't tell me you're playing hard to get." Forcing a smile, Ava clinked glasses and took a sip with him, locking arms. As she drank, Mr. King suddenly pinched her waist.