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Chapter 48

Matthew's eyes were icy as he stepped on Ryan's hand. You have a death wish, huh? Didn't my last warning get through to you?"

He didn't expect Ryan would still dare to play tricks after the lesson last time. Hawthorne Enterprises indeed had no beef with them, yet the CEO of Hawthorne Enterprises was the younger brother of the CrestCore Enterprise's first lady. Even Crest Hotel was a part of the CrestCore Enterprise. If Matthew hadn't been alert, Mia and Mandy would be in big trouble today.

Ryan, quivering all over, opened his mouth but couldn't find words. How on earth did Matthew make it here in time?

Matthew's cold gaze shifted to Mia. "Are you alright!"

Seeing his familiar stern face, Mia's heart skipped a brat, 'Why does he always show up when I need help? wondered Mia

"I'm fine." Mia controlled her emotions, stood up calmly, and approached the bodyguard holding Mandy. Without a word, the terrified bodyguard let go of Mandy

Matthew was known for his vengeful nature, so no one

so no one dared to offend him.

"Ms. Reed, are you okay?" Mandy's own wrists were swollen and red, yet she was still worried about Mia

Mia replied with a comforting smile, "I'm fine. It's him who's not okay"

Just then, noises echoed from the hallway.

Eliot burst into the room with 20 black-clad bodyguards. "Ms. Reed, Sorry, I'm late."

"No, you're just in time. Ignoring Mathew, Mia walked over to Ryan. She picked up a bottle of wine and smiled, "Mr Hawkins, right? You seem to enjoy persuading people to drink." Seeing that his men were all subdued, Ryan shook from pain and rage. This woman had come prepared.

"N-no, Ms. Reed. I'm an idiot. I apologize for what I said earlier. I'll never happen again. Hease, let me go." Ryan begged, desperate to get to a hospital, or he'd really be incurable. Mia feigned deafness and raised an eyebrow. "Since you like drinking so much, have some more" She poured the wine into Ryan's mouth, her eyes cold with disdain. man so ruthless'

"I. I'm sorry" Fear filled Ryan's eyes as he begged. Why is this woman so

Half the bottle was gone before Ma stopped. She glared at Ryan and asked, "How did you know I'm the CEO of the Eldoria Group?"

Coughing, Ryan finally confessed. "Instagram... I offered a reward. It was Kirsten, your cousin, who told me." To save his member, he had to tell Mia the truth.

The truth was just as Mia had suspected. David's family couldn't go a day without causing trouble. Mia's expression hardened as she ordered, "Get out of here!" Ryan, suppressing his nausea, shakily bowed to Mia and Mathew before being helped out by bodyguards towards the hospital.

The others, not wanting any trouble, lowered their heads and tried to blend into the background.

Mia's curious gaze fell on Mardiew, and she asked, "Mr. Blackwood, what brings you here!"

"Just passing by," Matthew replied casually, wiping the blood oozing from his reopened wound.

Fassing by! How could it be possible? Johns nearly choked in frustration after hearing his boss' reply. His boss had specifically come to rescue Mia.

Mia felt relieved that it seemed like a coincidence, so she wouldn't owe him anything.

Matthew's eyes darkened as he asked, "Why? Is the Blackwood Group's investment insufficient? What made you risk your life dealing with these people

Mia was displeased with Matthew questioning her in such a sarcastic tone.

"Mr. Blackwood, don't forget the contract states Party A cannot interfere with Party B's affairs during our partnership Mia suppressed her anger and spoke calmly. As she spoke, her eyes flicked to the bald man hiding in the corner with a camera. His camera must have caught some interesting Toolage.

Mia walked to the corner, her blue dress making her skin look even smoother under the lights. She smirked at the bald man and said, "Sir, may I see your camera?

Chapter 48

Is this even a request? thought the bald man. On the verge of tears, he handed over the camera. His expensive equipment was likely done for today.

Mia played the footage and watched it closely. The video started from Ryan offering her the drink and ended with her delivering the devastating kick to him. Her smile widened as she tossed the camera back to the man, "Well done." The bald man was terrified. Who could save him? He didn't want to be kicked theref

"How about we make a deal?" Mia said, her smile turning mysterious as she raised her eyebrows at the man.

A deal! Why a deal when she could just smash his camera? What kind of deal did he have in mind! SEND GIFT

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