Chapter 43. Drama at the Party

“Uncle Pete?” Jared rushed to meet us before others could come near. After his speech and the commencement of the evening's events, everyone wanted to talk to the CEO of Astra-Z.

”Hello, Jared. It's been a while,” Uncle Pete greeted as casually and warmly as ever.

”You...” He began but caught himself, realizing there were eyes watching.

”You were saying?” Uncle Pete urged.

I stood beside Uncle Pete, quietly watching the drama about to unfold.

”We'll talk later, uncle,” Jared decided. Uncle Pete nodded and went on to attend to other guests wanting his attention. I sipped my champagne, ignoring the fact he was literally standing close to Mia, who would not stop giving me the sneaky stink eye. It didn't bother me—just amused me.

Then I remembered.

”Oh yes, Jared. I