Chapter 290

Steven nodded subtly. Samantha's expression brightened. "That's good. It's so easy talking to someone as smart as you, Mr. Lewis." Steven raised a hand and said, "I understand, but I'm a bit confused." "Oh? What's confusing you? Wasn't I clear enough?" Samantha asked. "If it's your daughter who has feelings for me, why bring it up to me? Why not handle it yourself and keep her at a distance, Mrs. Carter? Seems like you've got your priorities mixed up," Steven said. With his gaze coolly fixed on Samantha, it unsettled her slightly. Faced with Steven's penetrating gaze, Samantha felt a surge of fear and uncertainty grip her. "I... I…" Samantha hadn't expected that, despite leading the conversation, she would lose control of it so swiftly to Steven's effortless rebuttal. Her expression darkened noticeably. Though seething with frustration and humiliation, Samantha refrained from confronting Steven directly. Instead, she managed an awkward smile and said, "Jessie is going throu