''Reason for not liking family gatherings?'' Hailey asked.
Ryan felt irritated and said, ''Why girls are so annoying?''
''Agreed''. Archer said.
''Don't forget you both would also have to marry the girl or are you two planning to marry each other?'' Tessa asked in a teasing manner but the cold stare from Archer made her shut her mouth and not speak anything further.
Ryan asked, ''Where's brother Dylan and our sister-in-law?''
Hailey replied, ''They are out of the city due to brother Dylan's new business deal''.
Ryan nodded and said, ''Hailey ask the maid to make some coffee and bring it to my room''.
Hailey nodded and went down. Tessa stepped closer and wrapped her arm around Archer's shoulder though she had to tiptoe to reach him. ''Brother, don't you want to go and meet your friends?''
''Haoran and Noah? I would just call and meet them outside someday''. Archer replied wrapping his arm back on Tessa's shoulder.
''Why are you so-?''
Tessa was about to complete her sentence when she heard Liang's voice.
''Sister, brother is mine''. He said while pushing lightly Tessa away from Liang. He was always selfish when it came to his brothers. He believed that Archer only belonged to him and his love was only for him. He didn't let Tessa or Hailey come near Archer though his bond with his sister was quite good.
Archer laughed and said, ''Liang, she's our sister''.
''But still, you belong to me only and only I can wrap my arms around you''. He said as he looked at Tessa.
Tessa wasn't angry because she was used to this behaviour of Liang. She smiled and said, ''Oh sorry. I forgot brother Archer belongs to our little prince only''.
Liang smiled as he heard these words and said, ''Yes, doctor Tess''.
Tessa laughed and cupped Liang's face and pecked on his cheek. Till then Hailey also came upstairs after ordering the maid to bring coffee for Ryan.
Hailey and Tessa loved the little chipmunk though he was an iceberg. He wouldn't show any emotions to them as well but still, he wouldn't be mean to them.
''Liang why don't you go with your sisters and play some games? I need to talk about something important with Ryan''. Liang was an understanding kid. He nodded and went back inside his room with the two girls.
Archer turned around to face Ryan and said, ''I am annoyed with all of your bad habits Ryan. How much do I have to defend you in front of everyone?''
Archer didn't let him speak and continued, ''You are alcoholic, don't like to work and have the bad company of friend's''.
Ryan interrupted and said, ''Archer-''
Archer cut him off and angrily said, ''You love to hunt humans like animals. I tried to divert your attention by giving you some responsibilities in the company but you showed no interest and turned down the offers. You never stepped inside the Smith Corporation from last few years and because of that I had to give up on you and protect you from the wrath of elders''.
Archer continued, ''You are a bright student with a masters degree in accountants and finance but after completing your studies you never tried to do anything for your career''.
''I want to live a carefree life. See I am not poor, I have my ways to earn money and I kill only those people who try to harm you or my family. You know there are lots of enemies around you''. Ryan said.
Archer raised his eyebrow and said, ''And because of you I am famous as a womanizer''.
''No, you are famous as a devil''. Ryan said.
Archer gritted his teeth. ''Do you want me to show my devil side to you as well?'' Archer said in vexation.
Ryan chuckled and shook his head, ''No, I love your angle side''.
''I believe you don't entertain sluts''. Archer said while staring into Ryan's soul.
Ryan sighed and said, ''Why are you even asking when you know everything about me? Your spies follow me everywhere 24/7''.
Ryan continued, ''Although I have all the bad qualities, I always maintain a distance from sluts as much as possible. Only those girls can touch me who truly love me. There are some women's who try to seduce me and climb my bed to make their way into our family but you know my taste very well''.
There was a victorious smile on Ryan's face. Archer sighed and helplessly shook his head and said, ''Trust me I won't take the responsibility if you impregnate any woman out there''.
Ryan chuckled and took out a small packet from his pocket and showed it in front of Archer's face as he said, ''Don't worry, I use safety''.
Archer controlled his anger and said, ''Ryan, what should I do with you?''
''Nothing! Anyways don't worry much for me. I am healthy and wealthy and happy in my own life''. Ryan saw the maid comes with a coffee mug, he took it from her and went inside his room.