After Gregory stormed out of the room in a huff, muttering something under his breath.
Ethan's lips curved into a faint smile.
"Gregory's going to stumble on something… money, an item, maybe even a rare antique. And I should be right behind him to take it."
Ethan turned his gaze to the little girl beside him, her head bobbing as she ate cookies like it was her life's mission.
"Mina," Ethan said with a slight smile. "Didn't you say you'd show me around the city?"
She perked up instantly, eyes gleaming.
"Yes! Brother, let's go! I'll show you my secret spots!"
Natalie, who had been quietly observing, narrowed her eyes.
What was that smirk he wore now? That was the smirk of someone planning something.
"What's this fox up to now…" Natalie muttered under her breath.
Ethan caught her glance and raised an eyebrow.
"What? Want a date with me so badly you're feeling left out?"
Natalie scoffed, flipping her hair with a cold snort.
"Who wants to date a clown like you?"
