Hannah took a brief moment, then cautiously inquired, “He didn’t dip into the company’s coffers for this gambling spree, did he?”
Grace sighed, her face contorted in disbelief.
“Exactly. And then, my uncle shamelessly sought my brother’s mercy. He pleaded with me to intervene, trivializing the 5 million by comparing it to my brother’s vast earnings.”
What audacity!
A smirk slid across Hannah’s face as she pondered, “That explains Bryson’s recent change in demeanor. It was such a tumultuous event, and he kept mum about it.”
“In that race, only my brother and some enigmatic individual had faith in your win. The rest faced hefty losses. With so many eyes now set on the Mitchell Group, it’s clear why my brother’s spirits are dampened.”
Grace gave a pleading look, gently tugging at Hannah’s arm.
“Hannah, would you consider joining us for dinner this weekend? My brother would be over the moon to see you.”
“Of course,” Hannah replied with a radiant smile.
“So, this weekend tooo”
“I’ll swing by to get you then!” Grace chimed in enthusiastically.
“It’s a date! I’ve got to dash to class now!”
As she saw Grace disappear into the distance, Hannah pulled out her phone, contemplating a message to Bryson on WhatsApp.
She had drafted the message, yet hesitated to hit send.
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Given that Bryson had kept silent on the issue, he likely preferred her in the dark. She decided to let it be and act as if this conversation never happened.
Meanwhile, in a secluded room of the Summer Vista Restaurant
Eliana’s anxiety was palpable as she faced the group of men before her.
“Where on earth would I find 10 million? Our initial bet only set us back 2 million!”
“2 million?” the man opposite her scoffed.
“Wasn’t that sum settled by your dear boyfriend? And didn’t you sneakily wager another 4 million? Miss Patel, are you having a memory lapse? You don’t have any cash? No problem.”
The man, his yellowed teeth on full display, laughed, “Isn’t your lover the big-shot CEO of the Edwards Group? A mere 10 million should be pocket change for him! If he can’t cough it up, maybe you could compensate in other ways.”
Fear drained the color from Eliana’s face. She cursed her decision to borrow 4 million for that doomed bet on Cyril. Now, she had nothing left!
Every bit of this mess, in Eliana’s mind, was Hannah’s fault! If not for Hannah, she wouldn’t be at the mercy of these loan sharks!
With vengeance simmering inside, Eliana’s gaze grew icy.