Chapter 209: Not Belong Here
Viviana almost stepped forward, but she held back as she noticed Evander’s weird smile. She still doesn’t know why Evander invited the Palatini family to Leander’s birthday celebration knowing the history behind Helena and Leander.
Whatever the reason was Viviana figured that it won’t be innocent.
Like a good little wife, she took a step back. Holding his hand, she hid half of her body behind Leander. Leander gently squeezed her hand and she could say that he appreciated her backing off.
In the end, she cannot interfere in the domestic issues between the couple unless she was asked for help.
She didn’t know whether what she did was right or not. But Evander looked disappointed and that was enough for her to conclude that she made the right decision.
Leander’s disturbed heart settled as she leaned on him. He loved this about her. She’d act all mighty and sanctimonious when they are alone and when in public, she’d turn to this pity-inducing little mouse.
It only increased his protective instinct when she acts this cute.
"The meeting will be elsewhere?" Leander asked Evander.
The old dons weren’t very keen on a meeting regarding the Vitale family. They decided to leave it to the heirs. Leander was told that Evander arranged this "party" as a facade for the meeting so that the Vitale family won’t get the scoop.
It was why he had to attend the birthday party.
His eyes ended at the door thinking of Lionel. He said he would attend the party. But he’s not here yet.
Thinking about Lionel reminded him of Gabriella and the tape that he came across. No matter how he sees it, there is no way Lionel will forgive him for abandoning Gabriella. Their friendship will not survive this trouble probably.