Joanna was implying that Sebastian's status was a far cry from what it used to be. Julian's reluctance to cooperate stemmed from his disdain for the new Sebastian. Her last sentence was dripping with sarcasm. If Sebastian were still the man he once was, he wouldn't have even deigned to speak to Julian.

Julian was instantly struck by how manipulative Joanna was being.

His grip on his utensils tightened. Fine. He would use this subsidiary to test both Joanna and Sebastian.

Julian smiled faintly. "Joanna, what are you talking about? Sebastian and I are old friends. We grew up together. How could I not help him now that he's in trouble?"

"As for the subsidiary deal, let's sign the contract tonight."

Losing one subsidiary was a worthy price to pay to see their true colors.

Joanna and Maxwell Griffith exchanged a smile, and the three of them chatted happily over dinner.

Partway through the meal, Maxwell Griffith excused himself to take a call and went to a private lounge.

As it happened, it was right next to Natalie's lounge.

As soon as Maxwell went inside, Emily quickly slipped in after him.

"Maxwell, I missed you."

Inside the room, the two embraced tightly.

A few seconds later, Maxwell Griffith let her go, his long fingers tracing the line of her jaw with a mocking familiarity. "Emily, Joanna and I are in love. I'm warning you, don't you dare cause a scene in front of her. Other than that, I'll give you anything you want."

He was warning her not to push her luck.

Emily was furious. She was a high-society woman herself. How was she any worse than Joanna?

Her expression darkened. "Maxwell, she's not truly in love with you either. She slept with other men and even had an abortion. But I've only ever been good to you."

Her words made Maxwell laugh. Most men he knew had a few mistresses on the side.

He had mistresses himself, but Emily was the first one he'd met who was such a blatant liar.

His eyes turned cold. He lowered his head and bit down hard on her delicate lips.

"Oww..." Emily winced in pain, glaring at him reproachfully. "Maxwell, you're being cruel. Look, you've nearly drawn blood."

"Good. The pain will help you remember. You slept with Julian, don't think I don't know. You can't control yourself either."

Emily's face went pale. The man's

mocking smile made her feel a mixture of hatred and obsession. "Maxwell, that's because you were

abroad I was drunk that night, that's

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Julian. But you're the only one I

love!"

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Emily froze, her eyes wide with disbelief. "Maxwell, you'd send me to another man's bed for business secrets?"

Her face was pale as she stared blankly at Maxwell Griffith.

Maxwell didn't say a word. He just pulled her into a kissand soon the room was filled with the frantic, rhythmic sounds of their desperate, unbridled encounter.

In the next room, Natalie was speechless.

More than ten minutes later, after Maxwell Griffith had left, Natalie

gently opened the door. She

watched bis retreating figure,

stunned. She never expected to overhear such juicy gossip

Emily was Mr. Griffith's woman.

Natalie then saw Emily emerge, walking a little strangely but with a flushed face.

Natalie turned to Luna and said, "Luna, this 'Sebastian' looks strong and fit, but his stamina is terrible. It's only been ten minutes. Do you think Emily is satisfied?"