Chapter 440

Lucius met Marcellus' gaze with a faint, knowing smile. They were two equally formidable men, each vying to emerge as the victor in this silent, tension-filled duel. As the air between them grew increasingly charged, Valerie finally stepped in to mediate. "Lucky, Mr. Guldner and I have some things to discuss. You can go ahead and head back. I'll message you when I'm done." Valerie could sense that there was a history between the Whites and the Guldners. As for the details of that past, she had no interest in knowing, nor did she wish to. Since Valerie had spoken, Lucius obliged for her sake. However, right in front of Marcellus, Lucius pressed a gentle kiss to Valerie's forehead, his eyes filled with unwavering affection and indulgence. "Alright. Get to it, then. Call me anytime if you need anything." As Lucius' car sped away, Marcellus leaned close to Valerie, his movement deliberate and suggestive. "Ms. Collins, do you distrust me that much? I invited you out for brunch, yet