Never Mistake a Queen for a Lapdog novel Chapter 475

Bianca didn't see Henry's reply until after she had finished her shower. It had been a long time—a full eight hours, longer than ever before. But she didn't overthink it, assuming he was just busy. She knew how infatuated he was with her.

She didn't reply immediately. Instead, she methodically dried her hair before picking up her phone. With a man like Henry—wealthy, aloof, and with almost no dating experience—one couldn't be too eager, nor too cold. A delicate balance of hot and cold was key.

"Have you been busy lately?" she typed, starting with a show of concern rather than getting straight to the point.

This time, Henry's reply was instant.

"It's been okay. What's up?"

"I was just thinking I should treat you to dinner. I've been meaning to for a while, but never found the time."

"Next time you're in Rivercrest City, let's have dinner then."

Bianca agreed readily, then smoothly transitioned to her real topic. "I ran into Padgett Novak at the government building today," she began. "I remember you and him are quite close, right? You've known each other since you were kids?"

"Yeah, we used to be neighbors."

Perfect. She had found the right person.

"Padgett's family background must be quite impressive, right?" Bianca probed. "He's only in his thirties and already a director. That kind of promotion seems unlikely without family connections."

Henry considered for a moment before replying. "He didn't rely on his family. He got where he is on his own." Padgett's family was a sensitive topic, so he only revealed what he could.

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