Max placed his hands on his hips, and the intense gaze he fixed on Vonda made her even more anxious. Realizing this, Max felt a surge of pride, his nose slightly flaring with arrogance. He felt like he was on top of the world.

Hahaha. Do you dare challenge Maxwell? Too early, a thousand years, Vonda.

“So,” Max said, breaking the silence between them. “Are you willing to take responsibility, then?”

Vonda fell silent, her lips slightly parted, leaving Max wondering what excuse she would come up with this time to avoid the situation. However, she remained speechless. Max furrowed his brow, waiting, and there was a faint murmur from...