“Serenity, why are you looking at me like that?”

River felt a bit self-conscious under Serenity's amused gaze.

Thank goodness Zachary was not here. He would give him a death glare.

“I suddenly can’t remember Ms. Lafayette’s contact number. You have it, don’t you? Let me call and ask if she’s free tonight to show me around Solville and its night scenery.”

As a tourist city, Solville stayed lively even late at night, its streets bustling with visitors.

River replied, “Of course I do. Even if I lost my memory, I’d still remember her number.”

After all, she was his rival. He had her preferences, weaknesses, and contact details memorized. Hell, he even knew her measurements.

Not that he would ever admit that out loud. Serenity might misunderstand his intentions.

He did not have any interest in Rosalie. That woman—okay, fine, she was not bad. Putting aside their business rivalry, they were actually quite compatible.

River dialed Rosalie’s number. She took her time answering.

Before