Chapter 423

Zavian finished filling Emmeline’s glass and turned to the others.

“I can’t take Emmeline home with me tonight,” he stated. “Mrs. Kim, could you bring her with you?”

Minnie’s lips curved into a wide, knowing smile. “Of course,” she agreed, exchanging a meaningful glance with her husband. “Our guest room is always ready.”

“The party hasn’t even started and you’re already planning the exit?” Brody interrupted, feigning offense.

His eyes rested on Emmeline’s face before he added, “Why invite us if you’re so eager to get rid of us?”

Emmeline raised her eyebrows with an arrogance she had unconsciously adopted from Zavian. “It’s called planning ahead,” she explained patiently. “Everything should be arranged so we can enjoy ourselves without last-minute complications.”

The three guests exchanged glances before Taehyung expressed what was clearly on all their minds. “I’m definitely not the only one who’s noticed Emmeline talking exactly like Zavian these