Selina quickly let go, her face burning red. She noticed a few short hairs still tangled around her fingers and sheepishly hid her hand behind her back."I'm so sorry, I didn't mean to do that," Selina apologized breathlessly.David, who had been fuming moments ago, caught sight of Selina's bowed he
Selina finally realized what had felt off earlier. The receptionist had assumed she and David were a couple and had given them a shared room. In her panic, she had forgotten to clarify they needed separate accommodations."Well, in that case, you can have this room," Selina said, seizing the opportu
After a stormy night, the skies finally cleared.The air in Concordia was especially fresh after the downpour, with a sky washed to a brilliant blue.Selina woke early, donned her workout clothes, and ran 5K on the hotel's garden track. Morning or evening runs were a habit Sarah had helped her devel
He'd already applied for a transfer back to the Americas division.He'd been focused on building capital to protect his sister once they found her. Now that she was back, he naturally wanted to be close enough to look after her.But Selina was even smarter than he'd imagined. He'd noticed some deepl
Selina's quick trip to Concordia turned out to be unexpectedly fruitful. Not only did she get the data she needed, but she also stumbled upon David's secret meeting with Ryan.Even without knowing the specifics of Horizon Global's collaboration with Ryan, Selina had already drafted two proposals on
Despite being divorced, Selina and David still seemed to have a connection.Remembering David's warning, Amanda felt even more desperate."I wish I had died back then too," Amanda sobbed, shouting at Andy before turning to slam herself into the wall."Miss!" A servant cried out, rushing to stop her.
Peter had hoped to pump Selina for information over a late dinner. If she'd discovered their scheme, he planned to stage an "accident" to silence her. But Selina brushed him off completely, not even giving him the time of day before walking away.As Peter chased after her, he saw a black Rolls-Royce
They really were from different worlds.Selina looked away, leaning back in her seat and closing her eyes.Before she knew it, she'd dozed off.She woke to someone gently calling her name. Opening her bleary eyes, she saw David's expressionless face beside her. Garret was gone from the driver's seat
Just thinking about what Selina might have endured made David want to strangle Maya.But he didn't want to frighten Selina.She'd already been traumatized when he was drugged by Maya and almost forced himself on her - it had taken her so long to recover.How could he bear to make her fear him by tak
David's face darkened like storm clouds, and he let out a scornful laugh: "You kidnapped my wife just to get me here, didn't you?""Your wife?" Maya's voice suddenly rose, filled with disbelief, but she quickly composed herself, looking at David with an odd expression."You think I'm still obsessed
Nelson and David waited anxiously at the entrance until the butler hurried over.He glanced at Nelson, his gaze lingering for a moment, before turning to David: "Mr. Wilson, my lady requests your presence inside!"David furrowed his brow and turned to Nelson in confusion, only to see that Nelson's f
David paused upon hearing this report, his anxiety somewhat relieved."You're saying the people who took my wife work for the same woman who tried to take me before?"After receiving confirmation, David took a deep breath and called Nelson without hesitation.If he remembered correctly, that woman h
When did David meet a woman like her? She had no idea!Selina carefully observed the woman before her.She was strikingly beautiful, with refined features and flawless skin. Her elegant figure was perfectly proportioned in a way that would turn any man's head.Even more remarkable was her natural au
Even his initial relationship with Fiona had revolved around money. Yet now, he didn't seem to mind!"There are plenty of rich people, but she chose my money – which means she chose me," Joseph proudly declared. "Besides, I'm capable of making money. If she likes my money, I'll gladly give it to her
Seeing Selina's composed expression, David finally felt the weight lift from his shoulders.He wanted to destroy Bruno, but had worried about Selina's reaction and potential anger. Now, confirming that Selina truly didn't care about Bruno anymore, David felt much more at ease. It was like finally be
"William, you're not a kid anymore," Selina couldn't help reminding him before leaving. "Trying to get a girl's attention by picking on her doesn't work anymore."Hearing Selina's words, William's beautiful eyes trembled slightly. He wanted to argue but seemed to realize something and pressed his li
David kept Selina pinned down, showing her pleasures she never knew existed.Though he restrained himself given her condition, Selina was still exhausted and fell into a deep sleep.She had no memory of returning to the hotel, showering, or changing clothes.Having finally found release after such l