Chapter 103

Alexander shifted closer, slipping his arm around Elizabeth again. "Auntie, don't worry. With me here, nothing will happen to her." But that was exactly what made Alice uneasy. Other families might bend over backward to marry their daughters off to Alexander, but not her. She knew how ruthless the man could be—if Elizabeth got involved, and Alexander uttered just one wrong word, the Mason family business could take a hit. And who would they blame for that? Obviously, Elizabeth. "No need, Alexander. You've got a million things to handle every day. This little matter isn't worth your time." Elizabeth shut him down immediately. She was just about to pull away when he suddenly pressed down on her shoulders, making it hard for her to move. Upper body stuck? Fine. That didn't mean the lower body couldn't fight back. She raised her foot and stomped hard on his. Smirking, she said, "You should really get some rest, Alexander." His face twitched, and beads of sweat pooled up on his forehead. Th