Chapter 423

Julian thought Charles came here because Alicia got slapped. Judging by his expression now, the man looked like he was out for blood. "Ryan Walsh!" Charles glared at Matthias like he was ready to pounce. "You've actually got the nerve to show up!" Matthias didn't even blink. He raised a brow, calm as ever. "Mr. Hale. Long time no see." "This is a charity gala in Pinebrook's business district. What makes a nobody like you think you belong here? Security! Get him out!" Charles's temper flared as he shouted. Matthias's response was just a smirk. Beckett was getting the gist—Charles had no clue who Matthias really was. Which made sense. Kimberly managed everything for the Hale Group, while Charles barely showed up at the company. Most days, he hung out with Alicia, living off the trust fund from the Hale family. Matthias had kept a low profile since returning to the Presley family. He rarely showed his face in public and usually only showed up to big events. Someone like Charles, who was e