She Left She Thrived She’s Worth Billions novel Chapter 777

Dominic's grip was incredibly strong, instantly leaving a red mark on Melanie's skin.

Since this upscale restaurant specialized in business dinners and family gatherings, there was no open dining area—only private rooms.

At this moment, Dominic and Melanie were standing in the hallway, completely alone. Dominic was not about to let her leave so easily.

"Run? Where do you think you're going! Melanie, don't push your luck."

Dominic sneered maliciously, grabbing her arm with one hand while reaching into his suit pocket with the other.

He wanted to pull out that jewelry box again.

Even if Melanie refused to admit she was jealous, it didn't matter.

Dominic was determined to make her accept his gift today, no matter what.

"Let go of me, Dominic!"

Just as Melanie struggled to shake off Dominic's hand, someone suddenly grabbed Dominic's wrist and twisted it with a sharp crack.

"Ahhh!"

Dominic immediately cried out in pain.

When he focused his eyes, he froze.

Melanie froze too.

Standing intimately close was Preston Whitmore, dressed in all black from head to toe as always, with pristine white silk gloves covering his hands.

His somber expression made him look like a grim reaper, and his overwhelmingly dominant aura pressed down on Dominic like a boulder.

"You mother—"

Dominic wanted to curse Preston, but the crushing grip on his wrist made him swallow his words.

"Let go... let go of me right now..."

Instead of letting go, Preston twisted Dominic's wrist even harder.

"Ow, ow, ow... I was wrong... let me go... I didn't do anything to Melanie..."

Though burning with resentment, Dominic had no choice but to beg for mercy.

He had actually fought Preston before; he knew exactly what Preston was physically capable of better than anyone.

Preston remained stoic, silently casting a glance at Melanie.

That look was asking for her permission.

Melanie understood and gave a silent nod.

With Melanie's approval, Preston finally released his grip.

It was aimed at Preston.

Why did Preston, who was also an ex, get to stand next to Melanie while he had to leave?

Preston was completely bankrupt; in what way was he better than him?!

Choking down his rage, Dominic left the restaurant without another word.

Melanie thanked the guards, and they gradually returned to their posts.

The hallway was left with just Melanie and Preston.

The atmosphere between them felt a bit tense.

"Why are you here?"

Melanie asked first.

"Business dinner."

As Preston answered, he turned his head to look at one of the private rooms.

Following his gaze, Melanie realized that the door to one of the rooms had been wide open the entire time.

The room was full of people, all craning their necks to look in her direction with eyes full of curiosity.