Chapter 140

Astrid had accompanied Eric Munoz, her husband, to several events and had been the Munoz family's matriarch for years. So, she had plenty of experience reading people. Thus, she knew right away that Mabel had set her sights on Damian. Although she was getting on in years, she wasn't that blind just yet. "We were taught by the same mentor back in Maldoria," Damian explained patiently. Astrid nodded lightly. "I see. Since you're just peers, it'd be best to keep your distance. After all, you're now a married man. It would be better to distance yourself from women, especially when that particular woman is clearly interested in you." Astrid's mind was still as sharp as ever, seeing as she saw through Mabel's intent right off the bat. Damian acquiesced obediently. "Is that the reason why you chose to collaborate with the Kane family regarding the Phoypolis project?" Astrid pressed. Damian shot a resigned glance at his grandmother's unimpressed expression and answered, "Mabel received