While Lydia was still processing, the private room’s door swung open.
The mood shifted instantaneously, all eyes drawn to the newcomer.
“Apologies, I’m looking for someone.”
Hannah entered, her face blank, her eyes softening as they landed on Lydia.
“Lydia, come with me.”
That snapped Lydia out of her stupor. She hastily grabbed her bag, moving towards Hannah.
But Alick’s hand was quick to halt her, his eyes locking with Hannah’s.
“She’s not going anywhere with you!”
Lydia was completely caught off guard by the depth of Alick’s mischief. She yearned to liberate herself from his clutches.
“Release me this instant!”
Alick arched his eyebrows, contemplating drawing her into an intimate embrace.
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In an unexpected twist, a man swiftly emerged from behind Hannah.
He lunged forward, wielding a wine bottle poised for a strike.
“Brayden, cease this!”
Within the confines of the private room, the abrupt unfolding of events startled everyone present.
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“Dear God!”
“What is going on here? Is he attempting an assault?”
“Where is security? Security!”
Fortunately, Lydia’s timely outcry prevented Brayden from exacerbating the situation.
Brayden’s bottle halted just inches from Alick’s head, narrowly avoiding contact.
Alick’s countenance remained unconcerned as he leaned back, his gaze shifting from Brayden to Lydia.
“Leave and ponder my words carefully.”
The room plunged into silence, leaving the others bewildered.
Brayden gripped Lydia’s wrist, fixing a stern glare on Alick.