The Queen Returns—And She's Unforgiving novel Chapter 276

Blake was surprised. "He saved the damsel in distress?"

Tiffany simply smiled faintly, not saying much more.

Lucas raised his glass and gestured toward Blake. "I haven't had a chance to congratulate you on finding your match, Mr. Harrison."

Blake's lips curled into a smile. "Thank you, Mr. Grant. You're not far behind yourself."

He raised an eyebrow and glanced at Tiffany.

Lucas gave a nonchalant smile but didn't say anything else. As his gaze casually swept the room, he saw that the dance between Evelyn and Brian had just ended. Brian was the perfect gentleman till the end, escorting her back to her seat.

Evelyn hadn't danced like that in years, and with her health issues, she was indeed a little tired.

Brian, thinking for a moment, respectfully introduced himself, "I'm Brian Carter. Nice to meet you."

Evelyn studied him for a moment and could tell he was quite young, probably around 22 or 23.

She nodded slightly. "Hello, I'm Evelyn Reed."

Brian didn't say much, knowing that talking too much with someone newly acquainted might come off as awkward. After greeting Sebastian and Justine politely, he excused himself and left.

As soon as he walked away, Justine leaned over. "Ten out of ten, full marks."

Sebastian raised an eyebrow and laughed, making a more serious observation. "Not bad at all. Solid stats. Isn't he what they call... I don't know, a Golden Retriever or alpha wolf types or whatever?"

He added, "He's young, full of energy, and handsome."

Justine grinned. "Totally worth a try!"

Evelyn couldn't help but chuckle lightly.

Elsewhere, Brian made his way to the drinks area and had just picked up a glass when Brandon approached him, clearly recognizing him. "When did you get back?"

Brian raised an eyebrow but didn't elaborate. "A few days ago."

Brian answered casually, "No, I just met her."

Brandon couldn't suppress his curiosity. "You're not... interested in her, are you?"

Brian's fingers lightly stroked the rim of his glass as he smiled, his eyes narrowing playfully. "I wouldn't call it interest."

But his smile held something more—a deeper meaning.

Because truth be told, he had fallen for Evelyn at first sight.