His Versatile Gorgeous Wife novel Chapter 74

After a long moment, Arielle finally responded. “Thank you. Frankly, relationship matters are at the bottom of my priority list. I'm sorry, but I have countless issues to deal with.”

Immediately, Harvey's bright gaze dimmed with disappointment. His joy seemed to deflate like a balloon pierced with a needle.

Yet, he regained his composure in the blink of an eye. “It's all right. I understand this confession must have taken you by surprise as I said it without warning. Can we remain friends? I won't tell anyone that we have met overseas. Today is the first day we've met.” Harvey forced a smile to mask his sorrow.

“1-1...don't even want to make new friends. However, thank you for your offer,” Arielle replied after a moment of hesitation.

“What are you planning? Why do you need to conceal your identity and avoid any romance? You can't even make new friends?” Harvey asked suspiciously.

Arielle averted her gaze guiltily. “I'm handling some private matters...”

Harvey sensed that Arielle's mood had dropped. Immediately, he apologized profusely. “I'm sorry, I've overstepped my boundaries. I shouldn't have pestered you with so many questions. However, you can contact me anytime if you need help. No matter the situation, I will help you.”

“Thank you,” Arielle beamed her reply.

On the other hand, Vinson was feeling frustrated when he received a phone call from Carter.

“Vin, we managed to capture one of the men from the gang that tried to assassinate the two

of you when you were overseas.”

“Where is he?” Vinson raised a brow when he heard Carter's statement.

“He's in my car. I'll bring him over. It will probably take half an hour before we reach Jadeborough. He was stranded at sea for nearly a month and that has taken a toll on his mental health.”

“Got it. Send him to Harvey's residence. We will head there,” Vinson ordered after a brief moment of pause.

“Alright.”

Vinson was in great spirits after Carter's call. Quickly, he called Harvey.

After all his efforts, Harvey finally managed to get past Arielle's defenses. Just as they were about to start a conversation about the issues

overseas, Vinson's call came in.

Harvey declined the call swiftly and planned to continue the conversation. Yet, his phone rang once again as Vinson called him for a second time.

Harvey couldn't help but feel frustrated. Vinson is the kind who keeps to himself and never gets into a relationship. But why is he ruining it for me?

“Please excuse me while I answer this call,” Harvey said with an apologetic smile.

Sure.