Chapter 800

Dwight's eyes lit up the moment he looked at Joanna, and something about that expression unsettled me. I couldn't explain it, but irritation began to simmer in my chest. Nydia gently tugged on Joanna's arm, signaling her to stay calm. With a composed smile, Nydia stepped forward and introduced her. "This is my niece, Joanna Holmes. She just returned from overseas." Upon hearing that, Dwight offered his hand like a perfect gentleman. "Ms. Joanna, it's a pleasure to meet you." Joanna smiled politely and offered her hand. "You're too kind, Mr. Malone." I stood beside them, watching Dwight's intrigued gaze linger on her longer than necessary. My hand at my side curled into a fist before I realized it. Dwight seemed to pick up on how tense I was. He turned toward me with a charming smile. "And this gentleman is?" Before I could say anything, Nydia's gentle voice answered first. "He's Joanna's friend, Joshua Palmer." The next second, a man nearby let out a mocking laugh and said, "M