Chapter 226: Mason's Hand Trembled Slightly

Mason's hand trembled slightly as he gripped the phone.

"Is the speaker on? Can everyone hear me clearly?" Connor's voice crackled through the speakers. "Then I'll begin."

Grant's cigarette snapped between his fingers.

"Latest update—" Connor deliberately drew out the words, "Just left her place. She accepted the milk tea I brought. Need me to elaborate?"

"An hour ago, we were having a heart-to-heart at the milk tea shop near her apartment."

"Every word's true. Feel free to verify."

Mason stole a glance at the stormy expression on the man beside him, sweat beading on his forehead.

Connor continued mercilessly, "Should I repeat that? So someone can record it and savor it later."

Mason fumbled to end the call.

"Grant..." He attempted damage control, "Connor might just be joking..."

Grant turned and kicked open the private room door.

Julian arched an eyebrow at Mason: What fresh hell is this?

Mason shook his head helplessly.

"Bring the liquor." Grant's voice was glacial. "We're drinking till dawn."

* * *

2 AM. Empty bottles littered the floor.

Grant slumped over the bar counter, murmuring drunkenly, "Clara..."

Julian exhaled a smoke ring. "Here we go again."

"Yeah."

"Serves him right." Julian smirked coldly. "Played the heartless bastard during the breakup. Now he's putting on this lovesick act."

Mason intervened quickly, "Let's get him back to the hotel."

* * *

A shrill ringtone shattered the morning silence.

"Who?" Grant growled, grabbing the phone.

"Young master, Miss Paige says she has stomach pains..." Mrs. Palmer's voice trembled with worry.

"Call a doctor." He hung up without hesitation.

The phone rang again.

"The doctor says a pregnant woman's emotions affect the fetus..."

Grant cursed as he hauled himself up.

* * *

Paige adjusted her dress before the mirror.

The off-shoulder design showcased her delicate collarbones, while the satin fabric hugged her curves. She caressed her flat stomach with a triumphant smile.

The doorbell chimed.

"Grant!" She greeted him in a honeyed voice. "You came back to me."