Before Vince could ask more, Dorian had already approached.


    "Mr. Lane." As L had predicted, he spoke first, addressing Vince. He continued, "May I have a word with you in private?"


    The two were of simr height, and Vince met his gaze without showing any emotion. Having managed Lane Group for many years, he seemed gentle but


    was far fromcking in temper.


    Lucas personally mentored him, and the two shared a striking resemnce and had simr personalities.


    He spoke coolly, "If it''s nothing urgent, we can talk here."


    The three people sitting nearby looked up at them, some watching curiously while some were clearly displeased.


    Dorian lowered his gaze and locked eyes with L. A hint of mockery appeared on his lips.


    She didn''te in using his name, did she? Was she so desperate to seduce someone? But as he looked up at Vince, he quickly suppressed that smirk.


    "It''s about a previous coboration between Lane Group and my team. This matter might be unsuitable for outsiders, so I would appreciate it if we could step aside."


    When Vince''s gaze briefly shifted toward L, Dorian''s irritation deepened. He loosened his tie, feeling a bit morefortable.


    Vince gave a half-smile, replying, "Alright. Let''s go over there."


    Once the two walked away, Jamie asked, "Ms. Hart, how did you know he was here to speak with Vince?"


    "When I left Dorian''s team, they were working on a film project with Lane Group, but this project was something I negotiated. The person in charge at Lane Group insisted on working only with me."


    Jamie thought for a moment. "So, he''s here to ask Vince to rece you?"


    "Is this project that important to him?" Teddy asked, confused.


    With his aloof attitude, would he really lower himself to beg?


    Upon hearing his words, L smiled. "It''s very important."


    This project was a key step in his n to break free from the control of Nexus Entertainment. That was why he went through so many obstacles to show up here. Beforeing here, he must have considered many ways to approach this.


    L nced toward Vince, and her eyes met Dorian''s for a brief moment. She casually averted her gaze and looked at Vince.


    Her dismissive attitude stirred Dorian''s frustration. She was really good at pretending!


    Vince seemed to sense something and turned his head, offering L a faint smile.


    Dorian''s perfectlyposed expression nearly cracked. How dare she flirt with another man in front of him?


    They exchanged a few words, but they couldn''t hear the conversation since L and the others were standing far away.


    From Dorian''s expression, it seemed they hadn''t reached an agreement.


    After their talk, Dorian stood still momentarily, watching Vince approach L and the others. He spoke to them softly before walking away.


    L didn''t want to speak to Dorian any longer, so she led the others to mingle with other guests. For them, the goal of this g was to meet potential investors and look for good scripts.


    Given Vince''s attitude earlier, people at the event were now more curious about them.


    After introducing themselves, everyone was friendly and open.


    L had a low tolerance for alcohol, and after a few sses of sweet wine, she


    felt a little dizzy. She told Jamie and Teddy to continue chatting and went to the side to rest by herself.