Chapter 227

"I saw Edward in the next room," Samuel said. "Oh, he's hiding next door?" "Mr. Hasting, does he not want to see you because he knows you're here?" "Maybe," Samuel replied, coughing again as he took a sip of water. "What a scoundrel." "So, what now? Are you still going to meet him?" "I'll meet him. I'll find him myself." Brody wanted to protest, but he swallowed his words. He thought about going with Samuel, but Samuel waved him off. "No need. Just stay here and chat with them for me." Brody was taken aback. "Chat? How am I supposed to help you with that?" The atmosphere was lively next door. The spacious private room hosted a live band, creating a festive ambiance where people could request songs at will. Edward was sandwiched between two women, laughing so hard his eyes were nearly shut. The others in the room were trying to curry favor with him, hoping to extract useful information, but it had been a fruitless night. When Samuel entered, he didn't bother to knock. The n