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Chapter 81 Calliope , Quentin and Norton turned around almost simultaneously .

Horatio Jewell and Valerian Jewell walked together , followed by Lisette , their eyes fixed on Calliope and her companions .

Horatios gaze lingered on Quentin and Norton .

He immediately sensed that the two men flanking Calliope were quite the formidable pair , especially Quentin , who exuded a charming yet roguish aura .

He didnt exactly fit the mold of a conventional hero , nor did he seem like a villain .

There was an air of mystery about him .

Quentins sharp eyes quickly assessed Horatio and Valerian , finally resting on Lisette .

He had a pretty good guess about who they were .

During dinner , Callie had given them a rundown on the Jewell family dynamics , so he was well aware that Callie hadnt had an easy time since returning to the Jewells .

This knowledge simmered within him , stoking a quiet resentment that surfaced as he regarded the newcomers .

Callie , who are these two men with you ? Horatio asked , his brow furrowed .

The sight of her flanked by two men was troubling , this was their sister , after all , and his mind leaped to unsavory conclusions .

A young woman out with two men what kind of reputation did that suggest ? Horatios thoughts spiraled .

Callie , I know Gideon doesnt love you , but is this really how you degrade yourself ? What would Mr.

Myers think of this ? Calliope was taken aback by Horatios wild assumptions .

It was almost laughable .

Lisette could dine out with those two men , but she couldnt with her brothers ? Mr.

Horatio Jewell , are you kidding me ? Im simply having a meal with my brothers .

How is that degrading myself ? Calliope was exasperated .

So , when Lisette dines with you , is she degrading herself then ? Horatio frowned , displeased by Calliopes failure to address him as her brother , but he maintained his composure .

Were Lisettes brothers , not some strangers you just met .

Strangers ? Calliope retorted , amused .

Ive known them longer than Ive known you .

How are they strangers ? Horatio was momentarily at a loss for words .

Having had previous run ins with Norton , Valerian wisely chose to stay silent .

Lisette , however , was more than willing to stir the pot .

Horatio is right , Callie , when guys say they see girls as their sisters , theyre usually after something else .

Dont let yourself be fooled .

Calliope was speechless .

Quentin , unable to take any more , stepped forward , his presence commanding as he eyed Lisette .

Who said you could speak ? Lisette took a step back , swallowing nervously .

Quentin then turned his attention to Horatio , towering over him with an intimidating presence .

Horatio Jewell , is it ? Im Quentin , Callies big brother .

Before you came along , I was already her big brother .

Quentin continued , You may not care for your own sister and instead favor a foster one , but dont go tarnishing your real sisters name .

Callie is the best there is .

Shes smart , talented , and doesnt need to mess around with anyone .

You should be more concerned about whether your foster sister is the one messing around ! Calliope looked at Quentin , surprised by his insight .

110 Chapter 8 Lisette , not one to back down , craned her neck defiantly .

Sir , weve never met before .

I dont see why you have to drag my name through the mud like this .

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