Grace Gu let out a cold snort, "If I had known that Young Master Julian would grace us with his presence, neither I nor Emily would have come here." Inside, she was seething with resentment. What was so impressive about someone from Huadu? Did they not know that the Gu family was a powerful force in the harbor city?
"Who are you?" Julian Bai asked casually, not even bothering to look at her.
Beside him, Ross Mo was laughing heartily, certain that this remark would provoke Emily Gu into a furious outburst. After all, the Gu family's status in the harbor city was significant; how could they tolerate such disdain?
"Julian Bai..."
Grace Gu gently tugged at Emily Gu's hand and said softly, "Emily, let's go back! It doesn't matter if he doesn't recognize you; those with colored glasses naturally can't see people's worth."
Her words were soft and lacked any bite, yet the air around them felt tense. This girl had quite a bit of nerve to even joke around with Young Master Bai.
Those who knew Grace Gu understood she was Julian Bai's beloved pet. They stood nearby with an attitude of watching a show; after all, Young Master Bai's scandals were something one could only admire from afar and never dare to meddle in!
Those who didn't know her silently wished her well and hoped she would soon find happiness.
"Grace Gu, has your courage grown too fat?" Julian Bai felt that this woman had come just to annoy him. Why did she have to stir up trouble when he wanted to stay home?
Julian Ying glanced at Julian Bai oddly and said, "Julian, aren't you going to introduce her? Today is Ross Mo's birthday party; don't ruin it over one person."
Although her tone was gentle, it carried undeniable authority. Ross Mo seemed to catch her meaning and added to Julian Bai, "Boss, since we're here already, let's wait until the party is over before leaving!"
"No need; I'll have someone take her back," he said as he prepared to pull out his phone.
Grace Gu frowned slightly and reluctantly spoke up: "I'll go back with Emily."
Hearing this, Julian Bai narrowed his eyes and walked over to pull her into his embrace. "Are you tired of living or something?"
Grace Gu wanted to say more but he leaned closer and whispered in her ear: "If you keep being disobedient, I'll sell your good friend off."
She looked at him sharply; his eyes were as deep as ever. Although she couldn't discern his true thoughts, Grace Gu still pressed her lips together.
It seemed there was nothing he wouldn't do. While she knew Emily held an important position too, she didn't want to cause trouble for her because of herself.
Not caring that she was still in his arms, she slightly nodded at Emily Gu. Seeing this gesture made Emily respond with a reluctant 'hmph,' clearly unimpressed by Julian Bai.
As he passed by Julian Ying lightly saying "Wait for me; I'll be back soon," Grace Gu felt like her teeth might crack from clenching them so hard. Only Young Master Bai could hold one woman while making another wait—something no ordinary person would dare do because they understood shame.
At the moment they got into the car—just when she thought Julian Bai would finally let go of her—he surprisingly climbed into the vehicle as well. Secretary Yan in front seemed used to such scenes as the partition quickly rose.
"What are you doing?" Grace Gu suddenly found herself at a loss for words. The flames of anger blazing in his eyes clearly indicated that he was not pleased at all.