Frowning. Felix replied, “Mr. Barrett left with Mia, who seemed to be intoxicated. Mom, why would you
purposely mix up her drinks?”
“Felix, look at the bigger picture. If you drink on Mia’s behalf and end up intoxicated, it could
create an opportunity for her to take care of you.
“Now, imagine this scenario. Mia happens to consume a bit too much herself, and you, in an act of
chivalry, escort her home to safeguard her well–being.
“Wouldn’t that potentially spark some emotions between you two? What if, after a few drinks, it
blossoms into a rtionship? It’s a win–win situation,” she exined.
Janice saw this as a golden opportunity for Felix, believing he might be a bit too naive about the
situation.
After looking at things from Janice’s perspective, Felix sighed, saying, “Mom, I’ve repeatedly told you
not to interfere in this.
“Mr. Barrett‘ wasn’t pleased with Mia getting drunk, and I’m sure I left a negative impression on him.”
Felix had initially viewed today’s dinner with Timothy as a valuable opportunity to make a positive
impression, hoping it could contribute to his future pursuit of Mia.
However, all his aspirations were thwarted by Janice’s meddling.
Sensing the gravity of the situation, Janice spoke urgently, “Felix, what should we do? Perhaps I could
have a conversation with Mr. Barrett to rify the situation.
“I’m willing to take full responsibility and assert that the mistake was mine. Given his wealth and
influence, it’s likely he won’t make a fuss with a middle–aged woman like me.”
“It’s hard to say. Let’s wait until Mia wakes up tomorrow, and I’ll exin everything to her. Don’t worry,
Mia isn’t the type to hold grudges. As long as she’s fine with it, there shouldn’t be any major issues.”
“That certainly eases my concerns. I’m confident you’ll seed in winning Mia over. After all, you
possess such outstanding qualities that any woman would find difficult to resist.”
Felix smiled confidently, considering himself adept at charming women. He believed it was only a
matter of time before he captured Mia’s heart.
“By the way, Felix, could you tell me more about Mr. Barrett? He appears to be quite wealthy.
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“Mom, Mr. Barrett is the proprietor of a publicly tradedpany, and his family is quite affluent. Why do
you ask?”
Felix decided to keep Timothy’s identity as the heir of the affluent Barrett family under wraps. He
wanted to avoid any additionalplications from Janice that might inadvertently derail his
ns.
Moreover, given Timothy’s high status and position, it seemed likely that he wouldn’t appreciate his
identity being widely publicized.
*Felix, your cousin Nelly has just returned from studying abroad and is currently single. Introducing her
to Mr. Barrett could enhance our family’s reputation, don’t you think?”
“Mom, let’s talk about thister. Mr. Barrett might not be interested,” Felix replied cautiously.
“But Nelly has studied abroad and has experienced different cultures. How can she not be a suitable
match?” Janice insisted.
Felix found himself speechless. After all, Timothy had once been engaged to Maya from the
esteemed Lane family in Nord City, and even that engagement had been called off.
It seemed impossible that someone like Nelly could be deemed a suitable match for Timothy!
Felix retrieved his phone and sent a WhatsApp message to Mia: “Mia, I sincerely apologize. My aging
mother made a mistake and served you hard liquor instead, causing you to get drunk.”
Felix believed it was crucial to exin to Mia beforehand, ensuring that his apology the next day
wouldn’t appear insincere.
Simultaneously, Mia’s phone chimed, but she refrained from checking it.
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She was currently portraying the role of a drunk woman, and checking her phone wouldn’t align
with the act.
However, she grappled with the dilemma of whether to answer if it happened to be a call from her
family. If Connor was to find her in this state, she would unquestionably find herself in trouble.
Mia leaned against the backseat of the car, feeling a bit dizzy despite being conscious.
Fortunately, she had sessfully purged the whiskey in the restaurant’s restroom earlier. Otherwise,
she would be far more intoxicated now.
Slumped in the chair, Mia felt somewhat disoriented, her mind in a disarray as she wondered
where Timothy was taking her.
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He probably wasn’t aware of her current residence.
Despite this, Mia couldn’t shake off a sense of unease.
Seated beside Mia, Timothy observed her intoxicated condition. He rubbed his temples, appearing
unsure about how to handle the situation.