Chapter 289
When everyone was guessing, Kieran had walked down the stairs in huge strides. Lila had not planned on taking that drink, but she changed her mind when he
walked away.
Didn’t Shannon accuse her of relying on men? Lila decided to scare Shannon by taking advantage of Kieran this time.
Soon, Kieran reached the first floor. Everyone made way for him to pass through. Most were curious to find out how important Lila was to Kieran. Whose side would he take?
Lila turned around and met Kieran’s eyes. He had taken off his coat by now and casually carried them in his hand. When he approached her, he casually draped his coat over her shoulders. His black coat matched perfectly with her white dress.
The sudden warmth touched Lila’s heart. She had been feeling a little cold from the AC that was blasting at the venue.
Kieran looked up again, this time with a frosty look. His presence felt more intimidating given his lanky build.
He motioned at a waiter to hand a glass of wine to Shannon.
Shannon’s eyes wavered a little. Was he trying to embarrass her in public?
“Since my fiancee has drank her wine, don’t you think you should do the same out of courtesy, Ms. Bolton?” His deep, unfeeling voice rang in the air.
At this point, it was obvious that he had picked Lila over his family’s relationships.
Shannon’s smile froze. She felt flustered under everyone’s watch. Never had she expected Kieran to stand up for Lila in front of everyone and shame her in return.
“Mr. Morgan, I…” she croaked, knowing full well that she couldn’t take the wine he offered.
If she did, she would not only embarrass herself but also taint the reputation of the Bolton Group.
Kieran’s gaze was unyielding and intense, pressuring her.
“Ms. Bolton, do you not think my fiancee is worth toasting? Do you want me to toast you?” His sharp, unfeeling voice cut through the air as he cast her a piercing look.
Even though everyone present understood he was addressing Shannon, they couldn’t help but break out in a cold sweat. At the same time, they finally understood how important his fiancee meant to him.
Kieran might appear easygoing on the surface, but he would never misuse his power for selfish reasons. Hence, his attitude toward Shannon was clearly a move to avenge Lila.
Besides, he did not cross a line at all. He was just giving Shannon a taste of her own medicine. After all, didn’t Shannon too force Lila to toast her?
All colors drained from Shannon’s face. “No, that isn’t it.”
She reached out to accept the glass of wine he offered. Those with keen observation might notice her fingers trembling-maybe out of sheer anger or fear for Kieran.
Once Shannon took the glass, she did not immediately down its contents. She glanced at Lila.
Lila frowned slightly at Shannon, thinking, “Is she expecting me to speak up for her?”
Looking quizzical, she nonetheless pressed her body against Kieran deliberately to spite Shannon.
Kieran looked sideways and instantly picked up on her intentions. Looking exasperated, he thought, “Oh, you cunning little fox.”
Still, he played along, asking softly, “Are you feeling unwell?” At the same time, he had placed a hand on her waist, caressing her skin as he comforted her, “We’ll head home soon.”
Lila pressed her temples, but it
wasn’t just theatrics. She was indeed a lightweight, and she had taken alcohol on an empty stomach. Now, She felt a little dizzy from the effect of the alcohol, but not much that she couldn’t stand straight.
Seeing their exchange, Shannon tightened her grasp on her glass. She thought spitefully, “That little vixen!”
An evil glint flashed across her eyes,
but she quickly put on a pitiful
expression when she met Kieran’s gaze. Little did she know that she
acted just like those fragile women whom she claimed to despise.
Kieran picked up another glass of wine. “Ms. Bolton, are you expecting me to drink too?”
“No. Not at all.” Jumping in shock, Shannon hurriedly emptied her glass of wine. She knew very well that she and the Bolton Group would be in great trouble if Kieran had taken that glass of wine.
She sensed the looks of pity on her, which gave her the urge to tear into Lila.