Chapter 88

Leona treated Laurelle's declaration about dating Zachariah as a joke. To her, it was absurd that someone so seemingly unrelated could even cross paths with Laurelle, let alone spark any romantic feelings. Since it was so unbelievable, Leona thought Laurelle was just throwing a tantrum and did not take her seriously. ... Meanwhile, Zachariah had just returned from a trip and was out for drinks that night at Drunk on Love. Jeremy lounged on the leather couch, a cigarette between his fingers. "The way Laurelle stormed into the private room yesterday, I honestly thought she was going to punch me," Jeremy said while pouring drinks. "She's definitely got your intimidating presence." Zachariah gave him a cold glance but remained silent. Jeremy chuckled and continued, "I might've looked calm, but I was actually scared. I only put up with it because of your connection—I wouldn't have tolerated that from anyone else." As Jeremy handed Zachariah a drink, he noticed the marks on his neck