Master of his heart (Max and Brielle) novel Chapter 37

Chapter 37

Realizing the awkward atmosphere, she quickly changed the subject, simultaneously diverting her own attention. “Uncle Max, tomorrow is Friday. How do you plan to play out this scene?”

The stakes involving that building were high, with several board members of Dorsey International reaping benefits. If he made a move on this, there would be inevitable turmoil within Dorsey International.

“We’ll do what needs to be done.”

Max’s voice was casual, wrapping up one meeting before diving into another.

Brielle realized just how busy he was; even as he sipped his coffee, his other hand was methodically tapping away at the keyboard. Feeling rather bored standing there, she was about to suggest a stroll downstairs when she noticed someone sent Max a video call invitation.

Brielle’s eyesight was sharp. The screen displayed-Alivia.

Max was in the midst of a meeting, but his finger accidentally hit accept. The screen revealed a beautiful face against a backdrop of towering bookshelves. And on Max’s side, his bedroom-and an unexpected shadow of a woman.

Brielle hadn’t expected Max to take the call. Tactfully, she sidestepped, ensuring she was out of the video frame, but Alivia had already spotted her, only to look away indifferently moments later.

“Max, you at Premier Palace?”

“Yeah.”

Alivia’s expression stiffened, quickly capturing the image of the face that had just appeared. “I’ve got the stuff. I’m on vacation next month. Shall I bring it back for you?”

Max finally looked up, glancing at the screen, “Isn’t Kenzo coming back?”

Brielle wasn’t eavesdropping, but at the mention of ‘Kenzo’, she paused.

Kenzo Barnes, the prodigal son of the Barnes family, Alivia’s brother.

“My brother’s already left. I forgot to give it to him.” The woman sounded annoyed, then quickly perked up, “But me bringing it to you is just as good.”

“Kenzo didn’t visit you?”

“He made a quick loop around Palm Beach and then left.”

“That’s typical of him.”

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Brielle could tell that Max’s tone had shifted significantly. It seemed Max and Kenzo had a solid relationship, and by extension, he was quite gentle with Alivia. Their familiarity was a unique atmosphere that outsiders couldn’t penetrate. Without intruding, Brielle quietly opened the door and stepped out.