Chapter 278

On the other end of the call, Damien Blackwood listened quietly before letting out a sly, almost wicked smile. “Sweetheart, you’re right—this whole thing’s messier than it looks. And as the mastermind behind SS International Media, it’s only natural the Taylors want your help. But seriously, don’t bother too much. Just go through the motions,” Damien said in that breezy, enigmatic tone of his. “Huh…” Cassandra Taylor dragged out the sound, slightly raising an eyebrow. “So, you already know what’s really going on, Mr. Blackwood?” From his tone, this situation clearly wasn’t as straightforward as she’d assumed. And maybe… he was somehow involved? “Of course,” he replied without hesitation. Cassandra’s curiosity spiked. “Oh, really? Then spill it. What exactly happened?” “Say something flattering first,” Damien said solemnly, without warning. “…Seriously?” Cassandra’s mouth twitched. “A guy like you, Mr. Blackwood, who already has everything going for him—still fishing for compliments?” “