Chapter 4249

Chapter 4249

Spencer was taken aback by how possessive Evan was. The guy wouldn’t even allow him to stand close to Abby.

Then again, if Victoria had someone constantly hovering around her, he would likely react the same way.

Perhaps Evan wasn’t as unreasonable as he initially thought.

“Mr. York, it seems you’ve been waiting for quite a while,” Spencer said with a smirk.

Since he couldn’t stand next to Abby, he figured he might as well tease Evan.

“As long as I get to see Abby, waiting is no problem,” Evan replied calmly.

“Brother Spencer, why are you discussing business at such a late hour?” Evan asked, clearly annoyed.

If it weren’t for Spencer, he wouldn’t have had to wait so long.

Not that he minded; he was just happy for any chance with Abby.

“Busy schedule,” Spencer said nonchalantly. “Abby and I have been friends since childhood. I can visit anytime, right, Abby?”

He turned to her with a knowing smile.

Abby nodded.

“Abby, take my car,” Spencer offered.

Before she could respond, Evan quickly took her hand. “Brother Spencer, Abby’s riding with me.”

Spencer raised an eyebrow, looking at Abby as he awaited her decision.

Abby pulled her hand away. “No, I have my own car.”

She preferred driving herself—at her own pace and with her own freedom.

She walked to her car, still holding the bouquet.

Evan quickly followed, opening the door for her like a true gentleman.

Abby glanced at him. Twice.

Her lips barely moved as she said, “Next time, don’t wait outside too long. It’s cold in Huyoniville, unlike your Wiltspoon. Don’t catch a cold and end up in the hospital again. I won’t have time to take care of you—I’m going on a business trip soon.”

Before Evan could respond, she climbed into the car and drove away.

Evan wanted to ask where she was headed, but the moment had passed. Spencer got into his

Not wanting to be left behind, Evan jogged to his car, stashing the rejected gifts inside. Perhaps he could persuade her to accept them after dinner.

Ten minutes later, they convened in a private room on the second floor of a hotel owned by the Du Group.

Evan presented the menu to Spencer. “Brother Spencer, you’re the guest—please go ahead and order.”

With a grin, Spencer passed the menu to Abby. “Ladies first. Abby, you know the best dishes here.”

Without a second thought, Abby ordered several signature dishes. She didn’t need to look at the menu—this was her family’s hotel, and she was well aware of the best options.

While the food was being prepared, Evan poured tea for everyone. He turned to Abby and remarked, “Abby, you’ve been staying up late. Your skin doesn’t have the same glow it usually does.”