Aiden Howkins's confidence faltered. He said in a low voice, "It's a long story. I think it would be better to report to you when we get back."
Adrian Quincy said nothing more and walked toward the doorway of the wide-open room, just in time to hear the girl muttering to herself.
"Mom, don't you worry. Even though he's a bit intimidating, he's a true gentleman and has been very kind to me. I believe the man my sister protected with her life has to be a good person. I'll watch over him, just like she did."
As she spoke, the girl held her waist and struggled to bend down to kowtow.
Seeing her trembling body, a bloodthirsty chill flashed in Adrian Quincy's eyes. His thin lips parted. "Didn't I tell you to wait for me?"
The sudden male baritone breaking the silence made Claire Sinclair jump.
