Chapter 616

Vincent had initially planned to impress Hazel with an invitation to an elegant play. He wished to discuss the arts afterward and subtly show off his talents, thinking it might win her favor. But to his surprise, Hazel flatly rejected his invitation. Undeterred, he sought information about her from others, thinking she would appreciate his interest. Yet, she ignored his follow request and seemed displeased by it. He wondered if she was annoyed by his attempts to investigate her and, even more, by his unannounced visits to her campus. Then, there were her two close friends. Lionel was taken aback. "Both of Hazel's best friends are from the Jefferson family?" Vincent nodded and pulled up James' profile on his phone, showing it to Lionel. "This is James Jefferson." Queenie Baker, who had been listening in, stepped forward. "If what Vincent says is true, then Hazel must be quite savvy to have attached herself to the Jefferson family." Vincent frowned. "James is fiercely