Chapter 72

Darrell sensed Lucius' hostile gaze and asked Valerie in a low voice, "What's your relationship with Mr. White? Why is he looking at me in such an unfriendly manner?" "When has he ever looked at you in a friendly way?" Valerie shot back. Darrell shot her a meaningful smile. "You seem to be aware of the bad blood between Mr. White and me, Ms. Collins." "Your meeting with him at The Golden Chalice seemed tense, so I figured you two must be at odds with one another." "You have quite a keen sense of observation." "Thank you." Darrell himself was a fine and reputable man. Now that Valerie was by his side, the number of people turning back to look at him reached an even greater high. "Would you mind telling me what your relationship with Lucy is, Ms. Collins?" Darrell said. Lucinda was supposed to be Darrell's plus-one to the auction tonight. But Lucinda had suddenly called him last night and told him to join the event with her friend instead. Lucinda had even forbidden Darrell from