He then burst into hysterical laughter.
Nathan, ignoring Corys taunts, left the interrogation room with an icy expression.
Lonnie followed quietly, not daring to speak.
From a distance, a figure approached.
Lonnie called out, Sonny! Noticing Nathans somber demeanor, Sonny gestured to Lonnie with his eyes before accompanying Nathan to the rooftop.
The cool night breeze eased some of Nathans agitation.
Sitting down, Sonny patted the spot next to him.
Cory still wont confess? he inquired, unaware of what had infuriated Nathan.
Got any cigarettes? Startled, Sonny clutched his pocket nervously and exclaimed, Are you crazy? If Lucinda finds out youre smoking again, it wont just be bad for you-Ill be in trouble too! In the Payne family, Lucinda was the dominant force. Just the other day, Nathan had confiscated his cigarettes and smoked four of them within hours.
Ultimately, Lucinda found out, destroyed the entire pack.
Luisa heard of what happened and scolded Sonny harshly.
So, he didnt dare to give any cigarette to Nathan again.
Sitting beside him, Nathan spoke casually.
Come on, Sonny, just let me sniff at it.
Itll be our little secret.
If anyone else finds out, I swear Ill send you to the border city.
The border city was known for its challenging conditions.
While the Payne Group did operate a branch there with decent revenue annually, Sonny didnt want to leave his wife or his comfort zone.
He was content working as the deputy director of the National Security Bureau in Stastle.
This is the last time Im doing this for you, Nathan! Sonny said as he reluctantly handed a cigarette to Nathan.
Nathan took it and leisurely inhaled the scent of the tobacco.
Then, there was a clicking sound-it was Sonny lighting a cigarette for himself.
Taking a deep puff, he exhaled smoke rings contentedly.
Nathan glared at him and said gloomily, How dare you smoke right next to me, huh? Sonnys face blanched at Nathans words.
They were so close that the cigarette smell would undoubtedly cling to Nathans clothes. Lucinda had a keen sense of smell, especially for cigarettes, and she would surely ask questions.
With a stern expression, Nathan snatched the cigarette from Sonnys hand, threw it to the ground, and crushed it underfoot.
Then he stood up and said, Keep me updated on Corys trial.
Let me know immediately if theres any news.
He then adjusted his jacket, trying to rid himself of the cigarette scent to avoid any misunderstanding by Lucinda.
Okay⦠I see.
As he watched Nathan walk away, Sonny let out a sigh.
He hadnt even enjoyed the expensive cigarette, and every time Nathan crushed it underfoot, it felt like a knife stabbing his chest! After showering at his office, Nathan returned to his car and changed his outfit.
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