Dominic was busy cleaning up the mess, and by the time he finished the inspection, it was already 1 a.m. When Luis reached the parking lot, he realized just how incredibly lucky he was with women.

Hail checked the time and asked, "Do you need me to take you home?"

"No, Secretary Hail, don't worry about me. I'm fine. I just feel so terribly wronged, that's all."

Luis shook his head.

Hail smiled and said, "Alright then, I'll keep you updated on how things progress. If anything else comes up, I'll contact you again."

After saying that, he glanced at the red Ferrari not far away, gave a wave, got into a car, and drove off.

Nina and Bella were waiting in that red Ferrari. The beautiful foreign girl, who looked like an elven princess, made Luis's heart itch with desire. And then there was Bella, whose expression had softened considerably.

"You two go back first. I'm fine. I'll be in touch later."

"Okay, then you should get some proper rest."

Bella wasn't the type to drag things out. She made a phone-call gesture and left.

Not long after, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class pulled up in front. The fairy-like sister-in-law said softly, "I didn't tell Lily because I was afraid she'd worry. Let's go. It's best if nothing is wrong."

Brother-in-law Daniel also said, "Let's go have a drink to calm our nerves."

"No, you should go back and rest first. Don't worry about the house; we've almost finished discussing it."

"Thanks. I'll wait for your call."

The eldest sister offered a few more words of concern before leaving. The fairy-like sister-in-law was usually so aloof and distant; it was rare for her to fuss like this, and it honestly warmed Luis's heart quite a bit.

The used Mercedes was still at the Ocean Hotel. Luis had drunk a little and didn't really feel like driving, so he hailed a taxi. In the car, he kept fiddling with his phone.

Blanche also called. She was always well-informed. She asked about Luis's situation and let out a huge sigh of relief when she learned he hadn't used his phone. Then she asked if he needed her company that night.

Luis declined the friend request because he had received a new message on Whatsapp.

At the bus stop in front of the Municipal Bureau, the night wind was biting. With autumn setting in, there was already a real chill in the air. A tall, slender figure stood out proudly among the sparse late-night crowd.

Passersby couldn't help but steal several glances, because her tall and graceful figure was utterly captivating, and her face was stunningly beautiful. Under the glow of the streetlights, it made people involuntarily swallow hard.

"You didn't drive your car?"

After getting into the taxi, Deewa seemed a bit reserved, a little distant, and even somewhat afraid.

"I had a drink, so I didn't drive. What about you? Do you need to go back to the hotel to get your car?"

"My car was sold a long time ago. I don't have a car anymore."

After a brief silence, she said she needed to go back to the Ocean Hotel first to pick something up. Then, turning to Luis, she said, "My name is Deewa Pansin."

"My name is, "

"I know. You're Luis, Nancy's brother-in-law."

Another short silence followed. The taxi soon arrived back at the Ocean Hotel. She retrieved her bag and the necklace she had acquired that evening, staring thoughtfully at the jewelry box in her hand.

"I'm starving. Let's go get something to eat."

"I'm hungry too. Can you handle spicy food?"

By 2 a.m., all the upscale restaurants had closed. The only places still open were late-night food stalls and 24-hour shops.

That shitty party had a buffet, but it was mostly just fruit and pastries. Sure, you could have drinks and juice, but who actually eats anything there just to look classy?

The VIP area was even more extreme, it offered plenty of high-end tea snacks, but no one would touch a single bite. So by midnight, everyone was starving.

The alley behind the hotel was lined with late-night food stalls selling barbecue, fried rice, fried noodles, and plenty of boxed meals.

Deewa was swallowing hard, clearly famished. After looking around, Luis said, "How about we go eat at the hotel? The Gestor Palace offers 24-hour in-room dining service."

"They have spicy options too, don't worry."

Deewa turned and looked at Luis with a complicated expression. She nodded, then obediently followed behind him. There was no hand-holding, no intimate gestures of any kind. The distance between them felt strangely awkward.

"The hotel's alcohol and bottled water are very expensive. Better buy your own."

As she said this, she walked into a large 24-hour convenience store next door. Deewa looked around, picked up three one-pound bottles of Hudson liquor, grabbed a glass wine glass, and then asked for a case of small bottled water.

Luis's eyes widened. "Are you joking? Why are you getting so much?"

"Usually I have to be on guard against scumbag men and keep up an act. I haven't been able to drink to my heart's content in years."

Deewa said with a look of disdain, "Today, at least, I need to settle my nerves. Drink as much as you want; I won't force you. If you get too drunk, I won't be able to take care of you."

After saying that, she seemed to think it wasn't enough. She grabbed another bottle and added, "I have an alcohol addiction. You wouldn't understand even if I explained. Just hurry up and pay."

"Huh?"

Luis stared at the four one-pound bottles of baijiu, a bit dumbfounded.

"If you don't want hard liquor, then get another dozen beers, chilled. The hotel's ice buckets are free. Lots of guests bring their own beer, choosing their own brands."

Deewa nudged Luis. "What? Pay up. You don't expect me to pay you back, do you? I don't have any money."

Honestly, if she had tried playing the "considerate green tea" act, like offering to pay first, Luis would definitely have been on guard and suspicious.

This sudden straightforwardness was a bit peculiar. After Luis paid, he became the pack mule, carrying everything.

The Ocean Hotel was a standard five-star hotel. After booking a deluxe suite, Deewa asked housekeeping to send over an ice bucket and other items. Then she urged Luis to go take a shower first.

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