Love Drug Novel

Chapter 165 The Uninvited King Summer pulled Merry back before she could attract attention .

Dont make a scene , she whispered sharply .

Have you forgotten why were here ? Merry immediately pressed two fingers to her lips in a zipping motion .

Got it .

Ill shut up .

A hostess approached them .

Miss , do you have a reservation ? Finished Perhaps from spending too much time with Fraser , Summer had become immune to these exclusive , high end places .

She lied without blinking , Room 316.

Well find our own way .

Merry exhaled in relief .

Thank God youre here , Summer .

I would have blown our cover , They followed a corridor decorated with miniature bridges and flowing fountains until they reached room 316 .

Summer paused at the door before pushing it open .

Inside , the party was in full swing .

The room buzzed with energy , men and women drinking and dancing , the air thick with the scent of expensive alcohol and perfume .

The opulence was overwhelming .

Merrys eyes scanned the room like radar .

She leaned close to Summer .

Thats him over there , James Fletcher , the CEO of GloryPath Construction .

Summer followed her gaze .

A middle aged man in his forties , his hair slicked back , a slight paunch visible beneath his tailored suit .

He had an arm around a woman in a short skirt .

Summer took a glass of wine from a passing waiter and approached .

Mr.

James , Im Summer Stewart from the Aspira Design Institute .

May I have a moment of your time ? James turned at the sound of her voice .

His eyes swept over her , taking in her wavy hair , pale complexion , and delicate features .

Even with minimal makeup , she stood out from the other women in the room .

Interest flickered in his eyes .

He nudged the woman beside him away .

Aipira Design Institute ? He pretended to think for a moment .

Chapter 165 The Uninvited King Oh Aspira Summer felt a flicker of hope at his recognition Yes Our company was supposed to be in the competition , but your project manager suddenly disqualified us .

We came to ask for a fair chance to compete James stared at them , his lips curling in amusement How do you plan to prove your companys worth ? My mentor graduated from Liberty High and has five years of industry experience Having another design firm in the competition benefits you as well ? The woman in the short skirt sneaked up to James again , pouting Mr.

James , are you leaving me for this new beauty ? James chuckled and playfully pinched her cheek .

Dont worry , youre still my favorite .

Then he turned back to Summer , his tone deliberately challenging Why dont you drink these boules first ? Let me see Aspiras courage and determination .

Merrys eyes widened in shock .

On the table were five large boules of premium imported liquor .

Fresh out of college , she had never been in a situation like this before .

Since when did business negotiations involve drinking games ? Summer remained composed .

I dont drink much .

But Ill toast you with this glass , She downed the wine in one gulp .

James smiled .

One glass ? Ms.

Stewart , do you think thats enough to impress me ? He leaned back and spread his arms .

Im feeling generous tonight .

Finish these bottles , and Ill give Aspira a place in the competition .

The commotion attracted attention .

Several guests stopped dancing and gathered to watch .

Merry , though frightened , clenched her fists .

Mr.

James ; if Summer drinks until she passes out , it wont solve anything .

Im also from Aspira ; let me share the drinks with hert Jamess gaze shifted to Merry muutence of a student fascinated him Chapter 165 The Uninvited King Before he could finish , the door swung open again .

Several men entered .

Finished The one leading them had his suit jacket slung over his shoulder , his white shirt unbuttoned at the collar .

His gray pants accentuated his long legs as he strode in with an air of effortless dominance .

The others trailing behind him seemed like mere props in the background .

The crowd immediately dispersed .

Even the host of the party scrambled to his feet .

A murmur rippled through the room .

Mr.

Graham is here .