Chapter 168

Frederick was taken aback. "Flirt with me?"

As a man, the concept seemed foreign. Surely, the flirting would target beautiful women like Scarlett.

Scarlett replied, "Yes. At events like this, there are always some women aiming to climb the social ladder by cozying up to powerful men. Be on your guard."

Frederick shook his head with a touch of helplessness. "People really try to latch onto wealth, huh? Do I look like someone with money?"

Scarlett studied him. His clothes were certainly simple, and nothing about his appearance screamed affluence.

Thinking of Frederick's capabilities and how he had supported Priscilla with the backing of the Monroe family for three years, Scarlett felt it was unfair to Frederick.

Despite helping Priscilla make so much money, Priscilla hadn't even bought Frederick a few decent outfits.

"What a neglectful wife," she thought.

She gently adjusted Frederick's collar. "Darling, I'll treat you to a new wardrobe when we go back to Jenaire City."

Frederi