Chapter 114. Ridiculous Revenge

A sly smile brightened Herbert's face slightly. "Do you think Max would prefer you over his job?" the man asked, raising an eyebrow.

Not wanting to show the weak side, Gabriella lifted her chin with a firm look. “Your plan is ridiculous. How could you use me for revenge? If you think you've managed to put Max in a difficult position, you're wrong. Max would easily choose Quebracha over the woman he was framed with.”

"Is it a bluff?" Herbert teased as he got up from the sofa.

With leisurely steps, he approached a small table at the side of the room. Pouring wine, he muttered, “I only raised Max for ten years. But, during that time, I got to know him very well.”

“You can't compare Max to that ten year old kid. He's changed a lot,” Gabriella said with tighter fists.

"Are you sure? Even the old servant can see how much Max loves you," Herbert said as he turned to another person. “Max hasn't changed much. He is still a soft-hearted boy who likes to pay at