Chapter 782

Before Elis could respond, Charles took the phone from her. She didn't stop him but raised an eyebrow, watching him quietly. "Who are you?" Charles asked coldly, staring at her. The person seemed momentarily stunned on the other end before responding politely, "Hello, my name is Nathaniel Wezzer. You must be Mr. Stewart." Charles's expression darkened. "You know me?" "Eli mentioned you. She said you're her ex." Charles laughed bitterly. "You've got it wrong. I'm not an ex. What we had was just a transaction of money and pleasure." There was a pause on the other end. Charles felt a surge of satisfaction. "So, you're her current partner?" "Yes." Nathaniel's voice carried a hint of awkwardness. "Could you pass the phone to Eli? I'd like to speak with her." Clearly, he didn't want to deal with Charles, the "ex". Charles tightened his grip on the phone, his knuckles turning white from the force. He bared his teeth and said, "She's taking a shower." Without waiting for a response, h