Chapter 578

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Owen seemed to notice someone else’s presence. His gaze shifted from Aria’s face as he scanned the room.
Seeing this, Flynt smiled with arched brows and looked at Aria. He said, “Ms. Saxon, the surgery was a success. I’ve already transferred 1.5 million dollars to the Todd School as compensation. Now, Dr. Todd and I are square.”
Tristan had endured years of imprisonment, living under constant surveillance.
If his mental fortitude had been any weaker, he probably wouldn’t have survived till today.
Aria’s expression turned frosty. “Mr. Hartley, as long as you keep your distance from us, we can consider this matter settled.”
“I’m afraid that’s going to be a bit difficult,” Flynt said half-jokingly. “After all, you’re the reason I came to Huthailia.
Owen stepped in front of Aria, his gaze turning icy as he stared Flynt down. “Feel free to get lost now.”
With his view blocked, Flynt’s smile faded, a cold glint flashing in his eyes. “As we say in Huthailia, Mr. Shaw, this is what it means to kick down the ladder.”
Owen chuckled. “Mr. Hartley, your Huthailian is quite good-you’re wrong about this, though; you didn’t hand us any ladders. You pushed us into the water.”
Flynt smiled. “Mr. Shaw, you really live up to your reputation as a lawyer-always leaving people at a loss for words.”
Owen said calmly, “Flattered.”
Flynt glared at Owen, his murderous intent deepening with every second.
Gloria stood not far away, silently watching the tense standoff unfold.
She couldn’t make out their conversation, but she could tell that the man who performed Tristan’s surgery was acquainted with Aria, and Owen was Aria’s boyfriend.
Gloria hadn’t run into Aria often, but whenever she did, Owen was always by her side.
As an experienced woman, it wasn’t hard for her to deduce their relationship.
Meanwhile, Gloria couldn’t shake the feeling that there was something dangerous about Flynt.
After work, Gloria picked up some health supplements and dropped by the Saxon family’s place.
“Hey, Gloria,” Zoe called out.
Since Joseph had difficulty with the stairs, only Zoe came out to greet her.
Gloria asked, “How’s Dad’s leg doing?”
Zoe replied, “It’s still the same as before-we can only manage it, not cure it completely.”
Aria’s treatment worked wonders, but it couldn’t provide a permanent cure.
The Saxon family wanted to invite her for a house call to see if a complete recovery was possible, but Caleb refused right away, telling them not to bother Aria,
Joseph was too proud to insist. He kept saying his leg was already much better than before and there was no need to make a fuss, so they dropped the matter.
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Gloria sighed inwardly, unable to pin the blame on anyone.
Gloria glanced around. “Where’s Silvia? Did she go out with friends?”
At the mention of Silvia, Zoe’s expression grew complicated. “She’s been working for two months now.”
“What’s Caleb thinking, making Silvia work overtime?” Gloria said, automatically assuming she was at the Saxon Group.
“Not at the Saxon Group,” Zoe corrected. “She’s at the Stars Group.”
Gloria blinked in surprise. “Wait, what?”
Silvia kept her job at the Stars Group a secret for a month.
She’d lied about starting a business with friends, but it wasn’t until Zoe grew suspicious and had Logan investigate-that was when the truth finally came out.
Zoe said, “Silvia has been much more cheerful lately, not as gloomy as before. So we just pretend not to notice.”
“As long as she’s happy, that’s all that matters,” Gloria said as she sat down. “Actually, I came today to tell you something. Aria and Owen Shaw are dating now.”
Zoe’s hand trembled slightly as she held the glass. She murmured, “As long as she’s happy, that’s all that matters.”