Chapter 333

Inside the private lounge, Jacob listened to the sound of footsteps walking further away. Without even realizing it, he clenched his hands into fists, and a cold expression came across his face. At the same time, he was well aware that he shouldn't be doing anything, at least not right now. He shouldn't muddle in Nicole's affairs. When Nicole and Griffin got back to the hall, everyone was preparing for the opening dance. An observant person spotted Griffin and called out to him, "You're right on time. The opening dance is just about to begin. Shall we have a real couple go on stage to start things off?" Nicole pressed her lips together slightly. She was about to refuse by saying that she wasn't feeling well, but the people around her started cheering louder and louder. "I think that's a fine idea! Shall we try that?" "I think it works too. You brought your partner here anyway, Mr. Sullivan. You wouldn't be a party pooper and refuse to do the opening dance, would you?" A