Chapter 17

An inexplicable anger and annoyance surged within Callum in an instant. He gritted his teeth and called Julian back, saying in a deep and icy voice, "Once you find Nadia, bring her to me immediately!" Hanging up the call, Callum held back the annoyance he felt and wanted to return to the crowd. However, as soon as he took two steps forward, he noticed that the mood on the deck was off. The guests who were spread out and admiring the fireworks were all huddling in the same direction. The crowd was abuzz with discussions. It seemed like they were gathered to watch something major unfold. "What's the matter?" "It seems like Ms. Cooper and Ms. Jaeger are arguing with each other!" "Really? In a place like this?" Callum's heart sank, and he quickly parted the crowd. Then, he saw Wendy confronting Brittany angrily in the middle of the crowd. The air was thick with tension. Suddenly, the sound of a clear slap broke the noise. Immediately after that, Wendy waved her hand, and dozens o