As for Boss Brooke's sudden eagerness to make his presence felt at these events, Professor Williams was somewhat bemused. She certainly asked Landon Brooke about it, but he was reluctant to elaborate.
So, Tiana Williams could only frown and watch him. Since he didn't want to speak about it, she did not press further.
After making his presence known, Boss Brooke then leisurely departed.
Landon Brooke's behavior puzzled Tom Rosenthal as well.
However, Tom knew that something seemed to have happened at the gathering last night between the Young Master and Mr. Smith; anyway, when they returned, the Young Master didn't seem to be in high spirits.
Tom occasionally observed Landon Brooke through the rearview mirror, not daring to speak out.
Landon Brooke lifted his eyelids and noticed in the mirror that Tom was sizing him up.
When Tom's gaze met Landon Brooke's in the mirror, Tom was startled and quickly averted his eyes. By then, Landon had already begun to ask—
