Chapter 983

Harvey's expression instantly darkened at the sight. "Loid, you've got some nerve," he thought grimly. "Meeting with a lover behind Lily's back?" With an ominous expression, he strode over and asked, "Why did you ask me to come here?" Loid stood up, his warm smile unwavering as he said, "Mr. Brooks, allow me to introduce you. This is a friend of my mom's. She's been divorced for quite some time now, and I thought it might be nice for you two to meet." Harvey's expression sank even further. "What did you just say?" Before Loid could respond, the woman rose gracefully from her seat and extended a hand with a polite smile. "Hello, I'm Valerie McCoy," she said. Taken aback by her friendliness, Harvey hesitated. Despite his irritation, he knew he couldn't afford to come across as overtly rude. He forced himself to soften his expression slightly and curtly replied, "Harvey." To any onlooker, though, his attempt at politeness was unconvincing. His expression was just as grim and brood