From Heir's Ex to His Aunt novel Chapter 12

Chapter 12 Mr Burton, Please

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The good news was that the man she was targeting said he would take responsibility for her; the bad ne was that after rejecting him, she even stummeticonthim.

The tall man at the domaway uniteatar more formal than when she first saw him at the club.

Tonight, he wore a tailed suit with sharp lines and a smooth cut. The deep gray check enhanced his refined and imposing pu

David might resenile maliittle, but this man’s features were sharper, his looks dangerously striking.

Alicia had long suspend he wasn’t ordinary. She even guessed he might be David’s older brother, but never imaginextilie was his uncle.

Nahmy wmitthink this uncle of his was only 10 years older.

Benussiiliyomposed expression stiffened as Austin approached, her heart pounding wildly. She feare he mugi expose her past in Southam.

Caimandimposing, Austin stopped beside her and explained to Tasha, “David suddenly canceled his tr before leaving Southam. It must have been some urgent school matter.”

Linon seeing him, David’s father, Miguel, quickly stood up. “Austin, sit here.”

“Alright, Miguel.” Austin sat down without once looking at Alicia.

Tasha frowned. “This guy did not even say a word before staying away. Everyone was waiting. Mrs. Gibs I’m sorry. I’ve spoiled him since young.”

Kyana did not mind. “Understandable. Aria has also been busy with her graduation project lately. Since and Mr. David are about the same age, I’m sure they’ll have plenty to talk about.”

“Alright. Later, I’ll send Aria’s WhatsApp to him so they can get acquainted.”

Upon hearing this, Aria cast a provocative glance at Alicia. No matter what Alicia does, Mrs. Burton’s choice: still me.

Alicia ignored her as her thoughts were in chaos.

Regret gnawed at her. If only she hadn’t spoken so firmly at the airport, she wouldn’t lank sawaan a

Then, Tasha said to her, “You mentioned you can make fragrances. I happen to have animeessem. you have time to come by tomorrow?”

Alicia nodded as she couldn’t refuse. She had lost her initial excitement as hermingodimetriendm Tasha had been to irritate Aria.

However, since Austin appeared, her focus faltered.

Through the corner of her eye, she noticed even Miguel treated Austinwittinumusual respect, almost

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Clearly, despite years abroad, his standing in the Burton family was high.

Alicia bit into a shrimp gloomily, as if she had missed out on a billion–dollar prize. She felt his gaze on her, but when she looked up, he was calmly commenting on a dish, never glancing her way.

After dinner, Kyana pulled Aria into a lively conversation with Tasha.

Alicia, unwilling to flatter further, slipped away quietly. Before leaving, she glanced back.

If her mother were still alive, she would also be fussing over Alicia’s marriage today, which caused a sour ache to well in Alicia’s chest.

Back in the car, Alicia gripped the steering wheel tightly.

She had thought she was used to traveling alone at night, but she still envied children loved by their mothers.

With a mother, one remained a child even at 80. A motherless person, however, was forced to grow up, no matter how thorny the path ahead.

Under the streetlight, a tall, familiar figure approached.

Alicia quickly got out of the car in her heels. She greeted Austin obediently. “Hello, Mr. Burton.”

He stood nearly 1.9 meters tall. Even in heels, she barely reached his shoulder.

His lowered gaze was cold and detached, his eyes fathomless and intimidating, as he asked, “What’s up, Ms. Alicia?”

“I didn’t know your identity earlier. Please forgive my disrespect.” Alicia searched his expression, but his jaw was tight, his aura freezing.

“It’s fine. I didn’t take it to heart.”

With that, Austin turned to leave without hesitation.

Alicia realized she had spoken too harshly before. Thinking he was just another man she’d never meet again, she hadn’t expected to trap herself like this.

She hurried after him. “When are you free, Mr. Burton? I’d like to invite you to dinner to thank you properly. Without your painkillers on the plane, I don’t know how long I’d have suffered.”

A private meal would give her a better chance to reel him in.

However, Austin only cast her a cool glance. “No need. It was just one pill. Didn’t you say you didn’t want me to cling to you and ruin your engagement plans?”

His tone was calm, not mocking, but every word struck.

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Tincturus–who exactly will you be marrying? My nephew, perhaps?”

Before Alicia could reply, he stepped closer, his masculine presence overwhelming.

Alicia instinctively retreated until her back hit her car.

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In the dim parking lot, Austin braced one hand against her window, casting a shadow that enveloped her completely. He leaned slightly, his breath warm against her ear. “I’m wondering about something–how would my nephew react if he finds out we slept together?”

Her eyes widened. “You knew I’m David’s girlfriend?”

“Ms. Alicia, you were the one who came onto me, weren’t you?”

Austin’s cold eyes flickered with disdain.

Alicia wanted to question further, but saw Miguel walking toward them. She was too close to Austin whi might cause a misunderstanding.

In a prominent family, reputation was everything.

Panicked, she quickly slipped into the backseat of the Mulsanne.

Moments later, Miguel called out, “Austin, why haven’t you left?”

Austin meaningfully glanced at Alicia, who was crouched on the seat, fingers pressed to her lips, eyes pleading. He loved that look, especially in bed, when it made him want to destroy her unmerly.

His lips curved. “I’m leaving now.”

As he stepped into the car and shut the door leisurely, Miguel quickened his pace.

“Perfect. I have something to discuss. I’ll ride back with you.”

Alicia’s pupils dilated in horror. If she had known, she would have just walked away earlier. Being suspected was better than being caught red–handed.

She wanted to marry Austin, but not with gossip painting her ass the shameless heiress of the Gibson family who climbed into men’s cars.

She definitely couldn’t let Miguel in.

Austin studied her with amusement.

Alicia tugged at his sleeve, her delicate face fall off desperation. Her voice trembled softly as she said, “Mr. Burton, please…”

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