Julian had always treated this half-brother like a servant. He did so as a child, and when he grew up, he only had Cliff do some shady odd jobs for him.
Walking downstairs, Julian stood in front of Vanessa, his sharp and cold aura completely overwhelming Cliff, who appeared gentle and detached. "Vanessa looks different."
"Really?" Julian looked at Vanessa with a serious expression. "I can't see it."
"Perhaps it's because I haven't seen Vanessa for too long."
To Julian, this brother of his was a fox in sheep's clothing, and his little tricks were clumsy. "Brother, it sounds like you're very familiar with her."
Julian tossed the question to Vanessa. "Are you familiar with him?"
His gaze was too sharp, as if he would devour her if she nodded. Under such pressure, she could only shake he
