Chapter 25

Zayn's lips curled into a mocking smile. It was obvious that Arthur was standing up for Josephine. But why? Did Arthur really know Josephine? As Zayn mulled over his suspicions, Arthur issued a cold ultimatum. "If you can't explain yourself, I'll have to assume you sneaked in. Please leave my party." Nadine's face turned ashen, her eyes widening in disbelief. "No… I…" "She's here with me. She's my family member," Zayn interjected icily, his tone sharp and unyielding. "And as for my invitation, it was sent by Director Gilbert Fernandez. Is that a problem?" Arthur nodded lightly. "Ah, so you were invited by Mr. Fernandez. In that case, I suppose there's nothing more to say. Since she's with you, she can stay." He shrugged, then turned to Josephine, giving her a helpless look. Josephine's lips twitched into a faint, bitter smile. Family member? How bold of Zayn to throw that word around so casually, and right in front of her as well. Thankfully, no one here knew the truth that