Chapter 158 Wronged?

• "Ha!" Christian gave an enigmatic laugh. "That's your fault as her daughter, then. You have to teach Mrs. Spritz about it. You're so well-rounded in conducting yourself and dealing with affairs, after all." Despite his compliments, he didn't sound like he was complimenting her at all.
• "You've got to be kidding, Christian. How am I qualified to teach my mom? My parents always call me silly," Bella replied with a laugh while covering her mouth.
• The pair seemed friendly with each other, but there was an undercurrent in their conversation as they spoke with their tongue in their cheek. Scarlett's eyes flickered between them as she frowned thoughtfully from time to time.