"Yes." When discussing Cullen, Niall's voice took on a noticeably warr tone. "My injuries are still healing, and Cullen was concerned about , so he insisted on coming to get ."
She delivered these words without so much as a sideways look at Veronica. Then she continued, "Mr. Harris, we should be going now. Perhaps we'll see you another ti."
Maverick had been prepared to confront Veronica directly and defend Niall's honor.
However, observing how Niall refused to acknowledge Veronica's existence entirely, he understood that she held such complete contempt for the woman that she wouldn't waste the energy required for basic courtesy.
Witnessing Niall's confident and straightforward attitude, Maverick found himself even more drawn to her magnetic presence.
In that mont, he decided there was no value in engaging with Veronica. She simply wasn't worth the effort. This realization only intensified his growing distaste for her.
He addressed Niall, "I'm departing as well. Shall we leave together?"
Niall agreed with a nod, and she departed alongside Isaac without a backward glance.
While Niall completely ignored Veronica's presence, Maverick couldn't resist turning back to deliver a withering stare before following them out.
Veronica didn't need to decode the aning behind that look. Maverick wasn't the first man to develop an instant dislike for her simply because of Niall's influence.
With this thought, she t his hostile gaze with equal coldness before dismissively turning away, walking toward the exit as though they were invisible.
Maverick felt genuinely stunned.
Rather than showing any sha at being confronted, she was displaying an almost righteous defiance.
He released a derisive laugh. Incredible. The world truly contained every type of person imaginable.
Observing Veronica walking out beside them without any apparent hesitation, Isaac experienced both surprise and irritation, his expression darkening.
Niall's stride briefly wavered but imdiately steadied, maintaining the pretense that she hadn't registered Veronica's presence at all.
In the parking area, Cullen had already erged from his vehicle and was positioned against the door, waiting for Niall's arrival.
Spotting Veronica exiting with the group, he paused montarily before quickly recovering his composure.
Veronica noticed Cullen as well. However, without acknowledging anyone else, she proceeded directly to her own car.
After programming her navigation system, she drove away.
As her vehicle moved forward, she glimpsed Cullen considerately opening the car door for Niall with his characteristic tender attention.
Saturday evening brought a banquet, and Dario had returned Friday afternoon.
Upon learning about Maverick's conduct, he responded with a cold sneer. "Given those circumstances, there's no reason for us to pursue a partnership with him. There's no benefit in dealing with soone so insufferable."
Veronica found herself in complete agreent.
Maverick wasn't the only viable business partner in their field. She had no intention of compromising her dignity for his sake.
Saturday afternoon found Veronica selecting her evening attire when her phone began ringing.
The caller was Sabrina.
She had been declining these calls, hoping this approach might reduce their frequency. However, Sabrina continued calling two or three tis weekly.
Veronica chose not to answer this call either.
Unlike previous occasions, Sabrina no longer experienced the sa level of disappointnt.
Initially, her mother's repeated refusal to take her calls had caused her significant heartache. But her father had advised her that if she felt compelled to call, she should follow that impulse, because eventually, her mom would answer.
So now, whenever she wanted to speak with Veronica, despite knowing the call might go unanswered, she still reached out imdiately.
Following the call, she casually set aside her phone and observed Cullen, who was now wearing a formal suit.
Sprawled across the master bed, she swung her legs playfully. "Dad, are you leaving this early to collect Niall?"
Cullen confird with a sound of agreent.
"Then you both need to return early tomorrow and spend ti with ."
"Certainly."
Cullen departed roughly ten minutes after completing his preparations.
By eight o'clock that evening, Cullen and Niall made their entrance at the banquet together.
Niall had again chosen an expensive ensemble, appearing absolutely stunning and impossible to overlook.
The mont they entered the hall, they imdiately beca the focal point of everyone's attention.
Marco and Nate had arrived earlier. Seeing the couple's entrance, they approached them.
Maverick, Edric, and Kolton had also just arrived. Noticing the disturbance, they turned to observe.
When Maverick spotted Niall, that familiar flash of appreciation appeared in his eyes once more.
Edric observed Cullen and Niall briefly before asking Kolton, "Is that Niall Crystal?"
Kolton confird with a nod. "Indeed. She's quite beautiful and captivating, wouldn't you agree?" However, regardless of her beauty or appeal, she belonged to soone else.
Edric looked only briefly before averting his gaze without offering any comntary.
Cullen's re presence commanded imdiate respect. Upon his arrival, nurous people approached to offer their greetings.
Soon, a substantial crowd had ford around him and Niall.
At that precise mont, Dario and Veronica made their entrance.
DataPulse currently held the position as the industry's most discussed company. Therefore, Dario' attendance at the banquet naturally drew eager attention from all directions.
Simultaneously, many found themselves captivated by Veronica's striking appearance.
This evening, Veronica had chosen an off-white, hand-embroidered evening gown that perfectly complented her elegant silhouette while projecting an intellectual, tranquil beauty.
Soone within the crowd whispered, "One must admit, both Mr. Dennis and Mr. Reid are exceptionally fortunate n."
"Absolutely."
Despite their contrasting styles, both Niall and Veronica represented the pinnacle of feminine beauty.
The instant Dario and Veronica stepped into the hall, Marco, Nate, Edric, and Maverick all imdiately focused their attention on them.
Since DataPulse had beco the industry's most prominent topic, the banquet host's invitation to Dario ca as no surprise.
However, Marco remained uncertain whether Veronica would accompany him. Now, witnessing her arrival with her arm linked through Dario', his expression grew more intense.
Nate had anticipated her possible attendance but hadn't expected her to appear so breathtakingly beautiful. Even despite his personal feelings toward her, he was forced to acknowledge that Veronica's distinctive, serene charm was absolutely undeniable.
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