Chapter 92

Hayden seemed entirely unaware of Joshua's silent plea. With a cheerful smile, he turned to Whitney and said warmly, "Whitney, after all these years, your eyes are still fixed on this quiet, brooding man. I honestly don't understand what it is about Joshua that makes you so devoted." A faint blush rose to Whitney's cheeks as she let out a playful laugh, "Hayden, don't tease me like that." As if eager to defend Joshua, she immediately added, "He's not brooding at all. You just don't know him like I do." Her tone was full of admiration and affection. Hayden chuckled and continued, "Well, since you're here already, why don't we have Joshua treat us to lunch? It's only proper, don't you think?" Whitney happily agreed and looked at Joshua with a bright smile. But Joshua's expression was far from pleased. He had hoped Hayden would help send Whitney away. Instead, not only had Hayden failed to do that, he had invited her to join them for lunch. This turn of events left him feeling fr