Chapter 172

Autumn studied Preston. He might have seemed teasing, but in truth, he was looking out for his friend Dawson, and it was all because of Damien. To Preston, she was Dawson's little secretary, and since Dawson guarded her so closely, their relationship clearly wasn't ordinary. So when Damien showed up, Preston naturally took a dislike to him. Knowing Damien's background only made Preston more determined to stand by his friend. Autumn neither disliked nor particularly appreciated his behavior. She was about to change the subject when Damien's cold voice cut through the air. "Autumn, what exactly happened last night?" "It's none of your business," Autumn replied flatly. Preston stepped in. "Since Ms. Gray doesn't want to talk about it, I won't either. Damien, don't make things difficult for her, or her boss won't be pleased." Damien shot Preston a frosty glare. "Mind your own business." "Ms. Gray is my esteemed guest. That is my business," Preston said with an easy smile. Autumn c