Chapter 6. Tall Muscular Man

I caught a glimpse of shock on the woman's face, even though I could only see her from the side. After a moment, she turned abruptly and focused her sharp gaze on me, causing me to instinctively take a step back.

"So, she's really the reason why dad didn't pursue the partnership with your company. How low," she remarked arrogantly, scrutinizing me from head to toe.

Upon hearing that, my frown deepened. At the same time, Ares strode quickly in front of me, making me blink in surprise.

"I was the one who chose not to proceed, and you can inquire about the real reason from your dad. Don't involve my personal life here, especially Ana," Ares firmly stated to her in his baritone voice.

The woman's face wrinkled even more. "But Ares, you can still reconsider—"

"I will never change my mind, so please leave and don't come back here trying to insult my soon-to-be wife," Ares cut her off. I sighed in relief.

I remained silent as I watched them exchange