Upon hearing Lewis’ offensive remarks, Mia nced incredulously at Timothy beside her. She then
turned her attention back to Lewis and inquired, "Aren''t you familiar with him?"
In theory, Lewis should be acquainted with Timothy, considering the Bowen family had been publicly
proiming their coboration with the Barrett family.
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After all, their goal was to establish themselves as the top powerhouse in Nord City.
However, just moments ago, Lewis had been pointing fingers and hurling insults at Timothy, clearly
unaware of his identity!
The situation was undeniably peculiar.
With an air of defiance, Lewis retorted, "Of course, I know him. Isn''t he the “pretty boy’ bodyguard who
made it to the gossip headlines with you?"
At the mention of "pretty boy bodyguard”, Mia immediately sensed that Timothy''s expression darkened.
It seemed that Timothy, ustomed to being pampered as the heir of his family, had never faced such
insults before.
Oddly, Mia felt a certain satisfaction in this turn of events.
Nheless, Lewis'' failure to recognize Timothy surprised Mia.
Just moments earlier, she had assumed Timothy''s identity had been exposed.
But she had never anticipated this twist—Lewis genuinely didn''t recognize Timothy.
This raised suspicions about the validity of the Bowen family’s ims regarding their coboration with
the Barrett family.
Struggling to contain her amusement, Mia retorted, "Yes, that''s him— the bodyguard who grabbed
tabloid attention with me. He''s much more handsome than you, with a great physique and plenty of
charm. He''s exactly my type!"
With a disdainful nce at Lewis, Mia continued, "As for you, you''re simply unappealing, with a
lackluster physique. You''re just not my cup of tea!"
Lewis erupted in fury, dering, "He''s nothing but a pretty boy, isn''t he? What does he have to match
me? The Bowens are a distinguished family in Nord City! Besides, I boast abundant wealth and status.
What can''t I rivalpared to a mere pretty boy like him?"
Mia stifled augh and deliberately nced at the stern-faced Timothy beside her.
As she came closer, she lightly tapped his face and remarked, "Though my bodyguard mayck wealth
or status at the moment, apart from his handsome appearance, he has little else to offer.
"However, I am not short on funds. I suppose I''m just that shallow. Looks are all that matter to me!"
Timothy was utterly caught off guard. He shot Mia a chilly nce, his lips pressed into a tight line. He
saw through her deliberate attempt to provoke him.
Despite her efforts, Mia held no allure in his eyes. He easily discerned her calcted actions.
Fueled by indignation, Lewis fired back, "Mia, you may have wealth now, but bear in mind, the Bowen
family is on the brink of a lucrative partnership with the esteemed Barrett family of Bern City.
"Once that deal is sealed, we''ll ascend to the pinnacle of wealth in Nord City. If you dare to oppose me
now, then brace yourself!
"Our collective influence will be wielded against the Lane family when the time arrives. Your status as
heiress will then hang in the bnce!" Upon hearing Lewis’ bold words, Mia''s curiosity was piqued.
Where did the Bowen family find the courage to speak so confidently?
Despite failing to recognize Timothy standing right in front of him, Lewis still exuded an air of
arrogance.
Feigning surprise, Mia asked, "So, what exactly is the coboration between your family and the
Barretts about? Please, enlighten me. I''m dying to be frightened.”
"Hmph, Mia, are you feeling a bit intimidated now?" Lewis retorted with a smug expression.
"Is that why you''re so interested in our partnership with the Barrett family? Well, forget it. I wouldn''t
reveal our coboration even if you begged me.
“It''s a business secret, not something I''d share with an outsider like you. However, if you''re savvy
enough to agree to the marriage alliance between our families beforehand, then maybe I''d consider
letting you in on it."