Seth Sinclair stood under the warm light of the staircase, his fine shirt and black trousers accentuating his tall, straight frame.
Lianne seemed so petite in front of him that he could have completely hidden her from view.
The Sinclair Family was immensely powerful. As their second son, Seth Sinclair was born into a position unattainable by most, reigning over the common man with unimaginable wealth and influence.
He could never understand how important a hundred yuan had been to her back then.
Lianne had no desire to explain. "You gave it back to me later," she said calmly. "I have no reason to hold a grudge."
'Don't make things up.'
Seth Sinclair lowered his gaze, studying her expression. His eyes were lazy, yet he radiated an oppressive aura that made it hard to breathe.
"Excuse me."
Lianne pressed her lips together. They were full and rosy under the light, giving her a delicate, charming look.
