Inwardly, Aria added, "Not as insane as you either."
Her smile deepened. "Of course, Mr. Shaw. You're currently the most valuable bachelor in Ravenport City. How could Mr. Vance possibly compare?"
The flattery was a little too obvious. Adrian's eyes swept across her face. "Ms. Vale, you could… focus your attention on me," he said suddenly.
Aria paused, then smiled. "Mr. Shaw, you must be joking. I'm not worthy."
Adrian stood abruptly and walked toward her. "How would you know if you don't try?"
"There are so many fresh options out there. Why go back to an old one?" she replied lightly.
'This bastard is probably just waiting for a chance to humiliate me, letting me fall again before delivering the final blow.'
"Old ones come with better compatibility. No need to adjust. And they hold
