Chapter 499 Interrogating Andre

Claire didn’t let go of Andre as she dragged him down a deserted hallway, away from the remaining guests and journalists. Her grip was firm—unrelenting. Andre struggled, his breath uneven. “Claire, listen, I—” “Shut up,” Claire snapped, her eyes burning with fury. “I don’t want to hear a single word until we’re somewhere privatewhere no one else can hear you.” Andre swallowed hard, realizing there was no talking his way out of this—at least, not yet. Alexander caught up with them, his long strides purposeful. His expression was unreadable, but his sharp eyes flicked between Claire and Andre. “This is him?” Alexander asked, his voice low but deadly. Claire nodded stiffly. “This is Andre. The one responsible for ruining your opening night.” Alexander exhaled sharply, studying the man before him. “I want answers, now.” Andre forced a laugh, but it sounded weak. “Hey, man, I—uh—sorry about that. Just a little too much to drink, you know how it is—” Claire tightened her grip, makin