Chapter 70

The atmosphere seemed to fall quiet suddenly. It felt as though everyone around them had turned to look their way. A chill ran down Vivian's spine. It couldn't be that much of a coincidence, right? Vivian exchanged a glance with Stella. Stella looked back at Vivian. Then, the two turned to look behind them together, and there stood Kingston in a tailored, high-end suit. He stood behind them like a noble, his presence completely out of place in their surroundings. "What a coincidence, Mr. Howard," said Stella first, forcing a smile as she took the initiative to greet him. Kingston's gaze settled on Vivian, who looked visibly awkward. Indifferently, he replied, "It really is. I had just walked over when I heard someone speaking ill of me." Upon hearing that, Vivian wanted to dig a hole and bury herself. Stella also let out an awkward laugh and said, "Mr. Howard, you must have misheard. Ms. Hartwell was praising you just now. It was just a unique method of praise." Kingston raised a