Chapter 238

As I turned my gaze toward Douglas, I noticed Tiana affectionately clinging to his arm, acting coquettishly. Appearing overwhelmed, Douglas shot me a pleading glance and then opened his mouth as if he wanted to say something. Yet, before he could even get a word out, Tiana dragged him toward the second floor, exclaiming, "Come on, Mr. Irvin! I've got some gifts for you!" Without a word, I lowered my gaze and retreated into the background. Out of nowhere, a deep voice suddenly murmured beside my ear. "You are indeed a woman of remarkable influence, Ms. Fisher. You even got a scholar who is engrossed in his research to accompany you to this party." When I turned around, I met Bruce's gaze, which shimmered with an enigmatic gleam. I recognized the familiar hint of mockery in his eyes. Given that this was the Fowler family's territory, I had no intention of causing any trouble. As I was about to make my exit, John suddenly remarked, "Look, Mr. Harold! The earrings Ms. Fisher is we