Chapter 358 Looking for Trouble
David stood nearby, expressionless, and told them, "This is Mr. Hamilton's girlfriend."
Then, looking coldly at Charlotte, he said, "Ms. Ross, you are really something. When you want something, you just try to snatch it without a second thought.
The Ross family has declined over the years, that's true, but it hasn't fallen so low that you need to turn to banditry, has it?
Does the Ross family know about your behavior?
And you dare to try this on the future Mrs. Hamilton?"
Charlotte looked shocked when she heard this, her pupils trembling slightly, almost in disbelief. "You... what did you say? She's Mr. Hamilton's girlfriend?"
Liam was also completely surprised.
Andrew had dealings with these wealthy families, and they had met a few times before.
Their impression of him had always been cold, ruthless, and uninterested in women.
Now, he actually had a girlfriend?
And it was this young lady in front of them?
Liam's expression was quite astonished, and when he looked at Olivia again, his eyes were full of admiration for her.
Not bad, to be with Andrew, she must have some real ability.
At the same time, Liam felt grateful that he wasn't as stupid as Charlotte, offending people right from the start.
Olivia noticed that Liam kept looking at her, so she turned to look back. When she saw his expression, she suddenly found it inexplicably amusing.
What kind of look is that? Admiration?
Just because she's Andrew's girlfriend?
She really couldn't understand this person's thinking.
"Which hand hit her?" Andrew had no interest in small talk, just looked coldly at Charlotte.
Anyone could see he was going to get even for Olivia.
His voice was pleasant to hear, and his tone seemed to have no emotion.
But somehow, it made people's hearts turn cold.
Especially Charlotte, who suddenly felt a chill down her spine, as if she had suddenly been thrown into the dead of winter.
The moment that person's gaze fell on her hand.
She suddenly felt that her other intact arm might not be safe either.
Charlotte was so frightened by this thought that she shuddered.
No matter how arrogant and domineering she was, she wasn't completely brainless.
Long ago, her family had warned her about certain people in Harmony City who shouldn't be provoked.
And the person in front of her was right at the top of that list!
Charlotte was already regretting that she shouldn't have offended Olivia just now.
But now, it seemed too late.
Her lips trembling, she instinctively defended herself, "I... didn't hit her, didn't actually hit her. I didn't know she was your girlfriend.
But at the beginning, I already advised her not to buy that medical book.
After all, it's quite expensive!
For someone who doesn't know the field to spend five million dollars on a rare book would just be for decoration at home, quite a loss."
She didn't know how ridiculous her explanation sounded to those in the know.
At least David couldn't help but sneer coldly, "What joke are you telling? She's the current head of Medica Vitae Sect, Mr. McCoy's student, and now a specially appointed newcomer at the research institute!
You're saying she doesn't know the field?
Medica Vitae Sect's legacy is much stronger than your Ross family's. How dare you say someone else doesn't know the field?
Besides, even if she really didn't know, so what? Mr. Hamilton's money can be spent on her for fun, what's it to you?"
As soon as these words came out, the whole place fell silent.
Charlotte and Liam once again widened their eyes, looking at Olivia with disbelief.
"What? She's the head of Medica Vitae Sect?"
Liam was also secretly shocked.
Then, showing a look of sudden understanding, he said, "I was wondering why you looked a bit familiar earlier, but I didn't think much of it. I didn't expect you to be the new heir of Medica Vitae Sect! Hello!"
Olivia finally witnessed how quickly Liam could change his attitude.
Where was that casual manner from before?
Not only did he greet her, but he also said enthusiastically, "Do you still want this medical book? I'll just give it to you for free!"
"Ah? This..."
Was this still the same person who just told her everything was clearly priced with no bargaining?
Olivia's mind went blank for a moment, and she was about to refuse.
After all, people who set up stalls here wanted to do business; how could they just give things away for free?
But before Olivia could react, Liam stuffed the rare book into her hands and said, "Let's deal with the current situation first. We can talk about the rest later."
Olivia had no choice but to take the medical book.
At this moment, Andrew was still settling accounts with Charlotte.
He didn't accept Charlotte's explanation.
He directly exposed Charlotte's cover-up, "Not hitting her means you wanted to hit her. No one has ever dared to touch my person. You really have some nerve.
David, take her away. I want to see what the Ross family can do to me!"
"Yes!" David immediately followed orders and had the bodyguards drag Charlotte away without hesitation.
If you ask him, Charlotte was simply asking for death.
Andrew usually couldn't bear to say a harsh word to Olivia.
Charlotte actually wanted to hit her!
Even while explaining, she didn't forget to put Olivia down. She was simply asking for death!
"No, no, I'm not going!" Charlotte was scared pale, her eyes full of terror, instinctively trying to beg for mercy, "I was wrong, Mr. Hamilton, it's my fault, I..."
She shouted emotionally, but was dragged away by the bodyguards with her mouth covered.
The onlookers, seeing this scene, couldn't help feeling frightened, but no one dared to say a word.
At this time, people from the organizers also came to maintain order, telling everyone to disperse.
Those people didn't dare to linger and left the area one after another.
Soon, only a few people remained in front of the small stall.
The coldness on Andrew's face melted away, and he said gently to Olivia beside him, "I've gotten even for you. Next time you meet someone like this, don't be polite, just teach them a lesson directly.
Didn't I tell you that whatever happens, I've got your back?
If you get hurt or wronged, I'm the one who feels bad, right?"
Olivia blushed a little at the man's sudden sweet words.
But her heart felt warm and sweet.
She answered honestly, "I hit her back, but I didn't expect she had some training and could fight, so I couldn't handle it for a moment."
"Where's your self-defense medicine?" Andrew asked.
Olivia said, "I went out with you today, so I didn't bring it."
Although she didn't say it directly, these words revealed her trust in him.
This made Andrew's eyes darken a bit, and he felt somewhat guilty, "It's my fault. Good thing you weren't hurt."
Speaking of this, Olivia thought of Robert, who had stopped Charlotte earlier, and Liam.
Out of politeness, she looked at Robert and said, "Robert, thank you for helping just now."
Robert's expression stiffened.
He had acted on Michael's instructions, naturally.
But only he received the thanks.
He couldn't help glancing at Michael.
Michael's expression was calm, seemingly unconcerned about this.
Only then did Robert look away and quickly reply, "It was nothing, you don't need to worry about it."
Olivia nodded slightly, and after withdrawing her gaze, looked at Liam beside her, saying, "Mr. Blake, thank you too for speaking up for me."
Liam waved his hand, completely unconcerned, saying, "It's nothing, don't worry about it. That Charlotte has always been this annoying, and she never changes.
She's been arrogant and domineering for more than a day or two. I've said before that with her attitude, she'd get into trouble sooner or later.
And look, I was right!
Mr. Hamilton teaching this troublemaker a lesson is doing everyone a favor."
Olivia nodded, then handed the medical book to him, saying, "I'll buy it myself. I can't accept your kindness for nothing in return."
As soon as he heard she didn't want the medical book he was giving her, Liam immediately got anxious, "Come on, why can't you keep it? Take it.
It's just... well... I have a request!"
His voice became a bit smaller, somewhat embarrassed.
His originally casual manner became eager.
Olivia was confused by him.
She looked at Liam with a puzzled face and asked, "What request?"
Liam cleared his throat and said, "It's like this, I've admired Medica Vitae Sect for a long time and have always wanted a chance to exchange medical knowledge with them, but unfortunately, I never found the opportunity before.
Today is fate! Finally meeting you, I wonder if we could be friends.
If there's a chance in the future, could I visit Medica Vitae Sect?"
Olivia was a bit surprised.
Wasn't this request too sudden?
They weren't even familiar with each other, right?
And he wanted to visit Medica Vitae Sect?
David seemed to notice her surprise and quietly explained beside her, "This Liam is actually a medical geek. His biggest hobby is reading ancient medical books from various families.
However, other families' legacies can't just be shown to him casually, so he goes around making friends with people.
His behavior is quite enthusiastic, but he's also the most talented heir the Blake family has had in a hundred years.
He's just a bit too casual in his manner."
"I see." After hearing David's explanation, Olivia couldn't help but smile.
So this person had his eye on Medica Vitae Sect's ancient medical books?
Olivia didn't really mind this.
In fact, Medica Vitae Sect used to accept students widely to promote medical arts and benefit more people.
It was only later, because of the traitor Lyle, that they had to reform this system.
This led to a gradual decrease in Medica Vitae Sect's successors.
By the time it got to her, only she and Simon's son, Alex, were left.
Olivia smiled and asked Liam, "You want to see our Medica Vitae Sect's ancient medical books?"
Liam's eyes lit up, nodding eagerly, saying very honestly, "I won't hide it from you, I really, really want to!
Since I was young, I've heard about how amazing Medica Vitae Sect is, and I've admired their medical skills tremendously.
When I was a teenager, I actually planned to cut ties with my family and go find Mr. McCoy to be my teacher.
But before I could carry out the plan, my dad almost broke my legs. I was locked up at home and made to kneel for three days and nights, which stopped me from going."