Chapter 849

"Schroeder Group's in pretty deep this time. You sure you want to get caught up in this mess?" Victoria looked over at the man. He chuckled lightly. "Even if the Schroeder Group went under, I've got enough to support you without blinking." Victoria's lips curled slightly. "Do I strike you as someone who needs a man to pay her bills?" "Definitely not. But with us teaming up, I can make sure you don't lose." His tone was filled with confidence. "Alright then. Cheers to our partnership." She tapped his glass with a clink. Aiden stood frozen nearby, watching Victoria laugh with another man, talk marriage with him. His fingers curled into tight fists. "Victoria." His voice cracked—he didn't even know what to say anymore, or how he should even approach her now. But he needed something—some kind of closure. Victoria stiffened. Turning slightly, she caught sight of him. Aiden. How'd he even find her here? Did Olivia tell him? "Who's that?" her partner asked casually. "No one important," Victor