A deal with the devil

Chapter 156
Benjamin’s words were ruthless and dripping with disdain, Emily’s ferwent pale, and the tell silent
Daniel quickie polded her to a quiet corner to sit. Then, be returned, poured himself a glass of wine, and said to Benjamin, “Ben,
Emmy didn’t mean to offend you. Let me apologize on het betala *.
Thaniel truth liked Emily and was very concerned with Benjamin’s impression of her. After all, Emily’s acceptance into the
Blacleaned family depended on Benjamin’s approval
Benjamin hated Emil’s pretentious behavior but had no issues with Daniel Watching Daniel finish his wine, Benjamin reached for
his own glass of red wine. But instead of the wold glass, he felt Shirley’s smooth, delicate hand Turning, he saw Shirley’s bright
eyes fixed on him.
“I’ll drink in for you,” she said with a smile Tefore he could react, she grabbed the glass and drank it in one go.
Benjamin lookosd at Shirley, who remained untared, then nonchalantly pointed to a bottle of red wine nearby, with a hint of

coolness in his nice, he said, “Since you like drinking so much, why don’t you drink the rest of this bottle too?”
Danieltrowned slightly: “Ben...”
Benjamin shot Daniel a cold plance, making him swallow the words he was about to say.
Shirley gave a carefree laugh and said, “I’ll drink it.” She stood up, took the bottle of red wine, and began drinking. Her posture
was both elegant and bold.
Alles turned to Shirley, the faces filled with mockery, sarcasm, and smugness. Sabrina and Elizabeth exchanged glances, smiles
tugging at the corners at their mouths. It seemed that Shirley’s time in the Blackwood family wouldn’t be easy
Shirley finished the entire bottle of red wine without wasting a drop. She set the empty bottle down in front of Benjamin, giving
him a sweet smile. This is really good wine. Thuriks, darling.” she said in a soft, sweet wice.
Benjamin’s eyebrow raised slightly as he wondered if she was already drunk
The other women watched Shirley’s ingratiating behavior with disdain. They never expected the celebrated socialite to be so cold
and distant on the outside, yet such a desperate sycophant behind closed doors. It was a real eye–opener

Just then, Marcus, who was sitting next to Marie, suddenly chuckled. “Mr. Weiss, you can really hold your liquor, Mr. Blackwood,

it’s been a while. Let me have a drink with you,‘
he said with
Daly then did Shirley notice Marcus, sitting right beside Marie–closer even than she and Benjamin had been.
As another glass of red wine was being filled, Shirley swiftly grabbed it, giving Benjamin an alluring smile. “Let me,” she said.
Turning to Marcus, Shirley raised her glass “Mr. Finch, cheers.” With that, she finished it in one gulp.
Marcus smirked, a hint of mockery in his eyes as he said, “Ms. Weiss, you’re quite the drinker. One glass won’t be enough, you’ll
need at least three.”
He glanced at Benjamin and added, “Mi Blackwood, you don’t mind, do you?
Benjanin shrugged indifferently
Sering this, Sabrina and Elizabeth nearly burst out laughing. They’d never imagined seeing Shirley, who was always so proud, in
such an awkward position Emily, on the other hand, sermed relieved. Compared to Shirley’s self–humiliation to please Benjamin,
her earlier grievance of being dismissed belt like nothing
Shirley flashed a smile. “What’s the fun in drinking alone? I’ve heard Mr. Finch can drink anyone under the table,” she said
calmly: “Surely, you wouldn’t try to take advantage of
If i have titre, you should at least have sir.”
“You’re sharp–tongued, Ms. Weiss,” Mascus said, his side shitting into a wicked grin. “Don’t you know men like gentle, soft–
spoken women? You’re not quite what men look
for.”