After Reborn, I Become a Billionaire
Chapter 691 Apologize

Chapter 691 Apologize

After lunch, Melvin invited Cian to the tea house. They tasted tea and had some small talk, while Hannah stayed beside them and cut in from time to time. Things in the tea house were easy, and nothing seemed weird.

At that moment, Melvin's phone rang. He took a look at the number and told the others, "Excuse me. I got a call. Please knock yourselves out."

Hannah blinked her eyes slightly. She knew Melvin left them alone on purpose so that she could negotiate with Cian on the business which Melvin couldn't put forward himself. Indeed, Melvin was an old fox! Melvin left, so Hannah and Cian were left alone in the tea house. Jimmy was also there. But the three of them stayed calm and said nothing because they all knew there was a camera in there. Suddenly, Hannah stood up, and Cian looked at her.

"Mr Harry, would you mind taking a walk with me? I have sore back since I got pregnant. The doctor advised me to do some exercise, which will be good for the baby." Hannah said. "My honour."

Hannah smiled. She walked in the front while Cian followed her back. They went into the beautiful garden of Balderston Manor.

There were cameras in the garden, too, but they were far away. They wouldn't be overheard if they kept their voices down. In the meantime, Melvin was holding a glass of wine in a tiny attic and watching them meaningfully.

"What are you doing here?" asked Cian in a very low voice.

"Oscar sent me."

Cian was shocked to hear that.

Hannah could guess that Oscar had kept a lot from Cian.

"How did you know Melvin?" asked Hannah.

"I need some social contacts. I've got a great sum of money and it'll be an eye-catcher if I just keep my head down and isolate myself from society. So, I show my face every now and then and was targeted by Melvin one time. He wanted to draw the rich families to his side but dared not carry it too far. The four families in Kensbury are too eye-catching and the Collins family is being watched, so he can't act rashly. That's why he aims at my money and properties. But Oscar doesn't want me to be close to him, so I keep him at arm's length."

"Uh-huh."

Hannah had an idea of the whole thing and asked again, "Do you know what Melvin wants?"

"What he wants?" Cian knew it wouldn't be something good.

"He wants to buy your island for 20 million."

"What? Nice try!" Cian smiled sarcastically.

"His offer is that he'll guarantee my safety if I help close the deal. That is to say, if Oscar couldn't protect me, I'll be safe as long as Melvin is alive." Cian looked very bad.

"Don't be upset. I understand your mission, and I don't want to be the one to be blamed."

"Sorry." Cian apologized.

Hannah was surprised to hear that.

"I didn't imagine Oscar would really give you out."

"I said I understood."

"But do you accept it in your heart?"

Hannah hesitated.

"I don't want you to hate Oscar. He had no other choice."

"Yep." Hannah didn't feel like talking about it. She understood Oscar but she really hated to. The hatred she bore would make her stronger.

"Don't worry. We'll figure it out. The point is, how are you gonna sell the island to Melvin and he won't be suspicious of it."

Cian nodded. Indeed, he was a man of reason.

Hannah thought she was fortunate because the stranger happened to be Cian. If it were someone else, she could never close the deal. They walked for a little longer and looked serious. "Let's go back, or Melvin will be suspicious." Said Hannah.

"OK."

They went back to the tea house together. Melvin saw them coming back and went back to the tea house to wait for them.

"I found you were gone when I came back. Where have you been?" asked Melvin casually.

"I showed Mr Harry around the garden and enjoyed the beautiful view."

"Do you like it, Harry?" asked Melvin.

"Yes, very much! It's known to all that Balderston Manor is located in front of the mountains and surrounded by streaks. It's a nice place and your garden is very beautiful. It's like a paradise!" flattered Harry. "I think your Island Manor is better." Melvin cut to the chase.

"Melvin, we're bros. How can you take it away from me? You know I've spent lots of time and effort in the purchase of the Island Manor. Please don't make it hard for me." Said Cian unhappily. Melvin blinked his eyes and looked at Hannah.

"Failed." Hannah nodded.

Melvin smiled and stayed calm. Probably, he had expected it.

"I was just joking, but she took it seriously." Melvin said casually, "Come over. The tea gets cold."

Cian went over and took a seat.

Hannah pretended to yawn and said, "Excuse me. I must go take a nap. Enjoy your tea."

Melvin nodded.

Hannah knew Melvin would come to talk to her alone. As expected, Melvin went into her yard ten minutes later.

Hannah wore a night dress and let her long curvy hair down. She lay on the couch softly and looked very idle. She looked just the same as usual. But Melvin was deeply attracted and went absent-minded at the sight of her. At that moment, Hannah was like a radiantly flirtatious beauty kitten in his eyes.

"Mr Balderston?" Hannah called his name.

Melvin came back to reality and was red-faced. He tried hard to calm his racing heart and uttered, "So, you just gave up like that?"

"Mr Harry thought I was kidding him." Hannah said sarcastically, "I feel like a fool."

"Are you mad?" asked Melvin. He was shocked when he said it. Was he caring about her feelings?

"How dare I?" said Hannah coldly, "Now that I failed to close the deal, I would accept everything happening in between, including the inequity."

Suddenly, Melvin was lost for words. Hannah thought he would at least taunt her, but they just looked at each other in silence.

"Get some rest." Said Melvin. Then he turned around to leave.

"Mr Balderston," Hannah stopped him.

Melvin looked back at her.

"Tell Mr Harry to stay for dinner. I'll figure out something."

Melvin frowned lightly. Hannah didn't give up though he thought he had hurt her pride.

"OK." Said Melvin indifferently, "I'll give you one more chance."