Chapter 5632

“Tell me you’re not just smitten by her looks.”

Neville studied Jared’s expression, trying to read the truth beneath the calm façade.

“Hardly. Beautiful women are hardly a novelty to me. Besides, you’re coming with us tomorrow. If trouble shows its face, I’ll have you standing between it and me.”

Jared’s grin widened as he spoke, confidence rolling off him like summer heat.

Neville barked a laugh, clapped Jared’s shoulder, and said, “With me around, Sylvia wouldn’t dare pull any tricks. I’ll make the arrangements right away.”

He turned to leave, boots already scraping across the stone floor, when Jared’s voice stopped him.

“Neville, one more thing I need to ask about someone.”