Chapter 189: Parasite
Chapter 189: Parasite
Liam's facial muscle flinched. The rival feelings between him and Noah were obviously mutual.
Lana creased her forehead and looked at Liam, "It's okay right?"
Then she gave him a look saying, 'Why wouldn't it be okay?'
Liam gave her a smile and nodded. The both of them were business competitors and were considered staunch rivals, but at that moment they had all come for lunch and Lana seemed to like Brione very much.
So even if he was irritated with Noah, he should still be casual and shouldn't act childish.
Lana on the other hand did not see anything wrong in the siblings joining them for a simple lunch. It was not a big deal… Besides, who knew, they could be good friends out of the business world if they kept meeting informally!
Lana offered the available seat beside her and asked how Brione was doing. The two ladies enjoyed each other's company very much, contrary to the dull and awkward behavior between Noah and Liam with each other.
Lana and Brione were immersed in their own world during lunch. They shared great chemistry. They chatted and talked like long lost friends. Their chatters were unstoppable and the table was filled with laughter and good conversation, overshadowing the tension between Liam and Noah.
"Hey... is Liam your boyfriend?" Brione candidly asked with a teasing smile on her face, while they were having dessert.
"Husband…" Liam answered Brione with a smile even before Lana could open her mouth to say anything. The superstar was very humble and easy to get along with and Liam easily got comfortable talking with her.
Noah's eyebrows raised hearing what Liam said, he immediately turned his gaze at Lana who had a timid smile on her blushing face.
'So they got married?' He mused, a flicker of disappointment floated in his eyes which he concealed very quickly.
"OMG! Ohhh… You both look so good together. How I hope my brother would also take a break from work and find time to…"
"Stop it Brione." Noah authoritatively grumbled with his pursed lips.
Brione chuckled and added, "What? It's true… You're at marrying age already like Liam but it seems you have married your work..."
Lana chuckled then looked at Noah and said, "I'm sure your brother will settle down once he is ready and finds a good partner... besides men who are busy often marry a little late in their life. He can still spare a few years before he gets married."
"Yeah Lana is right." Liam casually seconded.
"What are your plans after your internship?" Noah asked, changing the topic.
"What else? Of course she will work at her husband's firm." Brione blurted out the obvious, signalling her brother not to ask the obvious.
Noah' eyebrows creased, his eyes still focussed at Lana as he continued, "You see Brione… Lana is just an incoming lawyer. I don't think it would be good for her to work straight under Sy legal firm without building a name first of her own…"
Brion furrowed as if thinking hard about the logic of what her brother just said. Noah chuckled fondly at her expression.
Brione's face crumpled and beamed, "What? I understand what you mean just that I don't think it matters… I mean…"
She then paused and chose to stop continuing her words looking at the uncomfortable expression from Lana. Maybe there was something in between that they did not know to make judgement. She wanted to say that it didn't matter since she personally thought of not caring what others would think as long as she could prove herself cleanly.
But then, everyone had different personalities and goals in life. Maybe her brother was right that Lana should make a name of her own instead of only being recognized as the woman under the wings of the famous Attorney Liam Sy. But then for her who cares since they were already husband and wife.
Lana heaved a sigh and finally spoke, "I will work at a different law firm once I get my license."
"That's great then. You still have my card right? You can contact me anytime… You know my legal firm would be glad to welcome new comers like you to show off their capabilities at an early stage. I will make sure that you will build your own name with your hard work and capabilities…" Noah pointed out.
Liam was quiet but gnashing his teeth in annoyance. Noah did have a point but for some reason he was annoyed with the man and he found his arrogance irritating.
Liam sighed and held Lana's hand on the table. He looked at her lovingly and said, "My wife is no doubt hardworking and I will always support her in whatever decision she makes. I'm always at her back and I'm sure she will make a name in the legal world soon because she is very much capable…"
"That's good then. Women should have their independence… They should not depend on their spouse at all times… Like a parasite… Don't you think so Liam?" Noah grunted and Brione gave him a knowing look because of his harsh word. He was not referring to Lana of course but his words had other meaning referring to someone they knew. She sighed, wondering when would his brother accept the fact that 'she' was already a part of their family. It had been years already but his brother was still bitter.
"Sorry about this. My brother tends to talk harshly like this, sometimes referring to others he knows…" Brione apologizes on her brother's behalf.
"That's okay Brione. I think your brother has a point. But then if it's Lana I don't care being a host in case she leeches me as a parasite. I really won't mind it. I am always willing to get drained."
Brion squealed and burst, "Gosh you're so sweet… No!!! You're so much in love with Lana!"
Liam chuckled while Noah's face darkened. He hated women who leeched like a parasite but he hated most those stupid men who were so numb in understanding the viciusness of such women and love being taken advantage of. So Liam was the kind of man who was also stupid and dumb like his father.
He forced a smile and looked at Lana, "I hope to see you soon in my firm Lana. It's still best if you work with a legal firm like us…"
Lana nodded and said, "me and Liam already talked about it. And he knew that I'm considering your legal firm above others…"
Noah's face brightened, hearing those words from Lana.
Liam on the other hand, silently sighed as he watched Lana and Noah's discussion about her plan to work at Yao's legal firm.
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