Chapter 1082

Howard couldn’t say a word in protest, forcing a placating smile. “Mr. Cole, please calm down… Contestant Serena just doesn’t know what’s good for her. Don’t lower yourself to her level p>

Only because Serena wasn’t present.

Did Howard dare to mutter a few complaints behind her back.

Adrian rubbed his hair vigorously with the towel.

Even as he scrubbed, he could still catch the faint, greasy stench of food.

His expression was thunderous. Frustrated, he threw the towel onto the floor.

The anger in his chest burned hotter by the second.

“Mr. Cole p>

Suddenly, a gentle, composed voice called out.

He looked up.

And saw Bianca and Isabella walking toward him.

Adrian froze, instantly masking his fury. “Miss Lancaster, Miss Doyle… what brings you two here p>

Isabella, the daughter of Vaelion City’s wealthiest family!

Hailey had previously tricked him, claiming she was close friends with the Lancaster heiress and had even signed on as a jewelry designer for a company under the Lancaster family’s umbrella.

Because of that supposed connection.

He had spent quite some time catering to Hailey, hoping to use her to secure the Lancaster family’s backing.

After all, while the Cole family was well-respected in Vaelion City.

They were nothing compared to the Lancasters.

And then there was the Doyle heiress standing next to her p>

The Doyle family was currently rising fast, especially with rumors of foreign capital backing them. They were even showing signs of overtaking the Lancasters.

Although he had boasted to Serena that only he could protect her from the Doyles.

The truth was, the current Cole family couldn’t hold a candle to the Doyle family’s new foreign investments.

These two elite heiresses p>

Were people the Cole family couldn’t easily secure a meeting with, no matter how many strings they pulled.

Why were they seeking him out?

“Mr. Cole, we heard about what

happened with Contestant Serena in

the canteen Isabella said softly?

letting out a delicate sigh. “You- came here with the best of

intentions, bringing so much toptier equipment just for her, enduring these harsh conditions. It’s one thing for her to be ungrateful, but to publicly humiliate you like that p>

Adrian’s face stiffened slightly.

He hadn’t expected p>

The canteen incident to spread so fast.

Looking somewhat embarrassed, he opened his mouth to explain.

But Bianca beat him to it: “Some people just rely on their looks to act arrogant on this island! Mr. Cole,

why bother wasting your kindnet

on someone so ungrateful? A. country bumpkin like her does

even know what top-tier equipment premium gear to trash like

is! Giving

that is just a waste. Does she even deserve it p>

The two played off each other flawlessly.

One offered sympathy, validating his efforts.

The other provided the venom, condemning Serena’s insolence.

It was exactly what Adrian wanted to hear.

But he wasn’t oblivious.

It was obvious both women had a grudge against Serena.

And had sought him out specifically because of it. Adrian quickly formulated a plan.

These were the heiresses of the Lancaster and Doyle families.

If he could use this opportunity to build a relationship with them. The Cole family’s path in Vaelion City would be much smoother.

With that in mind, Adrian smiled. “I did overestimate her perspectives Some people are just born for the gutter. Give them a golden platter, and they wouldn’t know how to hold it.” swhovels

“Miss Lancaster, you come from true prestige. I’ve always had the utmost respect for Old Mr. Lancaster. Your family’s upbringing is impeccable, and you are truly remarkable p>