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Chapter 221 A little wild cat
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Adriana’s bar party ended after Calvin’s so-called “kiss.”The cocktail sat untouched, watching over her. She wasn’t good at drinking, but she wasn’t so weak that a single sip would go to her head, was she?Dragging her tired body back to the hotel, Adriana’s thoughts swirled in chaos. Her mind was a mess, unable to make sense of anything.Checking the time, she figured Snow wouldn’t be busy at this hour, so she video-called her.The screen revealed Snow’s sweaty face, the gym in the background filled with people working out vigorously on the machines.Snow wiped her sweat. “Wait, I’ll go to the pantry.”As Snow walked to an unoccupied area, Adriana spoke. “Snow, you might not believe me when I say this—I don’t even fully believe it myself—but my intuition tells me it’s probably true.”Snow poured herself a cup of warm water and took a few big gulps. “Sis, what’s got you so tangled up? Just say it—I can handle it. Wait a minute… you’re not pregnant, are you?”“Calvin might be chasing
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“Purposely postponed? For what? For you?”His words cut off Adriana’s train of thought, along with the fleeting reverie in her mind. She quickly dismissed the idea. “That’s good. I almost thought you delayed the entire team’s schedule just to let me sleep. That would’ve made me feel guilty!”Calvin frowned at her remark, his tone slightly reprimanding. “You slept this long—haven’t you rested well?”They had returned late last night, and Adriana had spent over half an hour on a video call before finally going to bed past one o’clock. Even after sleeping until nine, faint traces of fatigue still lingered beneath her eyes, despite the light makeup she had carefully applied to conceal them. Yet, he still noticed.“I’m fine,” she replied. “Maybe I’m just not used to the climate. The good thing is that we’re heading to Manchester today.”Calvin’s throat tightened as if something caught in his chest. After a brief pause, he said, “London’s climate might not suit you, but don’t expect much be
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After the evening meeting, Adriana received a call from Carson.Knowing that Calvin was unlikely to suddenly appear across the room, she still glanced around warily. “Deputy Director Carson, what are your instructions?”Carson sounded nervous. “Adriana, something happened?”Hearing that, the first thing that came to Adriana’s mind was Tony’s case. She asked anxiously, “What happened?”“Don’t panic. I didn’t make a transatlantic call just to scare you. Besides, you’re in the UK—you couldn’t stir up too much trouble even if you tried. I just thought you had the right to know and wanted to inform you.”Adriana couldn’t stand how much he was beating around the bush, making the atmosphere even more tense. “What is it exactly? Can Deputy Director Carson speak plainly?”Carson stood at the courthouse entrance, his face tense with worry. The lawsuit in his hand was set to take place in two days, and today he was there to submit the necessary paperwork. Outside the presiding judge’s office, he
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Adriana took a sip of her hot Americano—slightly bitter, with a hint of sweetness on the back end. “You could say that.”In the years that Calvin had been in charge of Grand Empire, had there ever been a year when he didn’t make history?She had watched him acquire one prime piece of land after another, always surging forward, turning the tide even in the face of adversity. Every crisis became an opportunity in his hands. Even when the real estate market faced a brutal winter, he managed to keep Grand Empire on a steady upward trajectory.While the global real estate industry struggled, Grand Empire stood tall—thriving. Its subsidiaries and business segments were expanding aggressively into international markets, capitalizing on downturns and seizing opportunities others failed to see.To many, the name Calvin was synonymous with God.Miley scrolled through Twitter,. “Grand Empire’s official account just posted an update—and Calvin’s private account even liked it. Anna retweeted it, P
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Miley thought for a moment and realized she was probably overthinking it. Other than business-related matters, the president had no reason to interact with Adriana more than necessary.Still… something felt off.Was it because Adriana was too pretty? At a glance, her demeanor, facial features, and even her figure seemed to surpass Anna’s.No, stop thinking nonsense.Anna was the daughter of the Blake Group. Looks and body alone couldn’t bridge that gap, right?That night, back at the hotel, Adriana finally finished reading through the thick stack of case documents. When she glanced up at the clock, it was already 1:30 AM.Stretching, she stood up from behind the mountain of paperwork and walked over to the window. Moonlight spilled over the city like water, illuminating a rare clear night. The sky stretched high and open, dotted with drifting clouds and twinkling stars. Not far away, the University of Manchester stood with a few buildings still lit up—one of them being the library, wh
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His voice was a little raspy, as if he had just woken up from a nap—or had been woken up.It’s the afternoon. Is he on his lunch break?Realizing she was speculating about Calvin’s status, Adriana pinched her face and forced her thoughts back to work."Mr. Calvin, is it convenient to talk?"It had been ten days since she had last spoken to him. Though rumors and news about him reached her through various people every day, hearing his voice in her earpiece still made her heartbeat quicken.It was as if the man who existed in legend had suddenly stepped into the real world—just for her.There was a rustling sound on Calvin’s end, followed by a brief pause before he finally spoke.“It’s convenient. Speak.”Then, Adriana heard a door slam.Was he with someone else?Anna?She pinched her face again, scolding herself. My brain must be sick. Stop thinking about that person."It’s like this, Mr. Calvin. The trial is over. Our lawyer refused to plead guilty. The opposing lawyer insisted on mak
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Calvin didn’t specify what time he would arrive, and Adriana deliberately left her schedule open for the day, wary that this bad-tempered, powerful man might take advantage of the situation.It wasn’t until 10:30 in the morning that she received a call from an unfamiliar number."Hello?"The voice on the other end was familiar—more so than she had expected."Adria, are you busy? I heard you’re in the UK."Adriana was stunned. "Uncle?"Since her family’s bankruptcy, her uncle, who had originally held a key position in Clarke’s finance department, had also been implicated. He left the company, immigrated to Germany with his family, and had little contact with them over the past few years.Dragged into Clarke’s downfall, her uncle suffered heavy losses. Her father, too embarrassed to ask for help, distanced himself. Later, when her uncle faced difficulties of his own, he likely didn’t want to get entangled in Clarke’s troubles again. Over time, their relationship became an unspoken estra
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The two of them chatted for a while, sharing their experiences of living overseas over the past few years—sweet and sour, bitter and spicy, all mixed together.After drinking most of his coffee, Bruce said thoughtfully, “Adria, as a lawyer, what do you think is the most important thing?”Bruce suddenly turned serious, and Adriana could no longer act playfully. Sitting up straight, she answered squarely, “Maintaining the fairness and justice of the law and protecting the legitimate rights and interests of the parties involved. That is what a lawyer must do.”Bruce slowly nodded, his gaze gentle yet firm. “There is no absolute justice in the world, much less absolute fairness. The right to speak is in the hands of only a few. If one day you have to choose between justice and emotion, what will you do?”Adriana didn’t answer right away. The question was too heavy.She thought about her parents and older brother—criminals, if the court’s verdict was correct. They deserved justice.But she
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Adriana leaned crookedly on the sofa, propped up by cushions. The handmade embroidery on the fabric pressed uncomfortably against her skin, so she flipped the cushion over and plopped back down.“Many thanks for your praise,” she said. “Whether you’re genuinely complimenting me or subtly undermining me, at least this sentence was nice to hear.”Calvin tugged at the corner of his mouth in a faint smirk. “Are we changing the medicine now?”“Wait until the waiter brings the food. You can change it while you're at it.”For a split second, Calvin’s fingers tightened, but he said nothing.Breakfast arrived, and the waiter turned out to be a man.Adriana buried her face into the cushion in frustration, enduring the pain as she shifted slightly. “That…”The word expediency popped into her mind.Perhaps Calvin’s willingness to help her with the medicine wasn’t driven by ulterior motives but was simply a practical gesture in the given situation. Maybe she had overreacted before.So instead of a
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The phone turned on, and the blue light reflected off Adriana’s small face. Calvin wondered how she had slept last night. At the very least, she looked well-rested.Unlike him.He had tossed and turned until three in the morning, her even, steady breaths beside him only making it harder to sleep.After taking a shower, Calvin brewed coffee, got to work, and quickly immersed himself in his tasks—so much so that he forgot about the person still lying inside.Meanwhile, Adriana was bombarded with messages. She barely had a moment to rest as she explained why she hadn’t returned to the hotel the night before, listened to a rundown of new evidence, and discussed the latest developments with Lewis regarding the stalking situation.During the video conference, Adriana was the only one who didn’t turn on her camera.Marshal asked, “Where are you Lawyer Clarke?”Adriana replied, “I have an old friend in Manchester. I came to visit but will try to return early. Feel free to contact me if there’
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It was time to say something—something that could serve as a final declaration before bed.After thinking for a moment, Adriana chose a safe topic. "The person we were tracking seems to be a bit of a mystery. Before I came here today, Lewis said that he saw him leave in a hurry. It looked like he had something urgent to handle. Lewis followed him and saw him enter a private club. Due to identity restrictions, he couldn't get in for now, but I believe there will be other breakthrough points."In the dim light, Calvin's brow furrowed, and it didn’t relax. One form of tension eased, only for another to take its place. In a low voice, he said, "After all this time, we finally have a bit of a breakthrough."From his tone, it wasn’t praise—it sounded more like dissatisfaction, as if the delay was unacceptable and needed to be reflected upon as a failure under his leadership.Adriana hadn’t expected any words of encouragement from him, so she remained calm. "Our current evidence, along with
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Just as Adriana angled herself halfway up, a sharp pain nearly shattered her defenses. Her vision blurred, and the psychological urge to cry swelled inside her.“Ma’am, let me apply the medicine. May I ask where it hurts?”Hearing the gentle voice of the hotel attendant, Adriana stopped struggling. “Hip.”So… he really ordered room service?After the medicine was applied, Adriana lay back down, waiting for it to take effect.Twenty minutes passed. Calvin was still nowhere to be seen.Did he get another room to avoid suspicion?That would be good. Staying under separate roofs would prevent unnecessary interactions—no more awkward encounters, no more pointless arguments.But an hour later, Adriana wasn’t feeling so optimistic.An internal emergency had crept up on her. She needed to use the restroom.The medicine’s effect was slow. Instead of soothing the pain, it burned—hot and intense—making her break out in anxious sweat. She couldn’t even get out of bed, let alone walk to the bathro
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Adriana pulled the corner of her mouth into a strained smile.“It’s… ah!”He was Calvin. A man who could shake the stock market with a mere stomp of his foot. What was money to him? If he wanted, he could rename this hotel every other day just for fun.Meanwhile, the male doctor was left waiting alone in the living room. Inside the bedroom, Calvin—who had no medical experience whatsoever—stepped closer and asked, “How is she?”The moment he entered, the female doctor’s face flushed slightly.“It’s not a fracture,” she explained. “But your wife didn’t cushion her fall properly, and the impact jarred her bones. There’s some ligament and connective tissue damage. She needs rest and recovery. I’ll prescribe both internal and external medications. After three days, she should be able to walk normally.”Lying on her back, Adriana was relieved she didn’t have to show her face. If she did, the expression of utter despair she wore might make the doctor think she had been misdiagnosed.Calvin n
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The blood rushed to his head, and a rumble of plasma seemed to burst in his skull. Fortunately, Calvin had extraordinary self-control. He steadied his tone and said, “Blow-drying your hair—how did you end up in this state?”Adriana’s small face was pale from pain, but as she held her breath to endure it, a flush of red surfaced, creating a contrast that appeared almost like a delicate pink blush.“I fell and hit my tailbone. Now I can’t move, and the floor is so hard—I think I might have cracked a bone.”Calvin’s footsteps faltered. “A bone?”Adriana was in too much pain to manage her expression. Her fingers gripped the ground to brace herself, minimizing any movement in her hips.“I’m not sure. Can you call a doctor for me?”Calvin’s expression darkened, though it was unclear whether it was from anger or something else. Without another word, he bent down, stretching his arms toward her.“If you’re worried about a broken bone, don’t move. Otherwise, it might shift out of alignment.”A
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The penthouse suite offered a sweeping view of the city at night. Exotic architecture and a sea of lights stretched endlessly, starkly different from the familiar landscapes of the United States. Every street, every building’s design and orientation, served as a constant reminder—this place was far from home.And Calvin—he was the last person Adriana could afford to offend.Rather than confronting him or escalating tensions, wouldn’t it be wiser to have a calm, rational conversation?Resolving to take the diplomatic route, Adriana took the initiative. “If Mr. Calvin doesn’t have anything urgent to discuss right now, could you give me five minutes? At least let me dry my hair.”She had rushed out after washing it, barely managing to pat it dry. Now, water dripped from the ends, soaking through her clothes and splattering onto the carpet. Knowing Calvin’s obsession with cleanliness, she was sure he’d make an issue of it sooner or later.Calvin opened his mouth, ready with a sharp retort
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At this point, Miley wasn’t just confused—she was on the verge of tears. “Lawyer Clarke, you might as well let me headbutt the sculpture of David. Even if you gave me a hundred lives, I wouldn’t dare! I just mentioned the passport number, but it’s peak tourist season, and hotels are hard to book. Lawyer Clarke, please, save my poor life, or Mr. Marshall will have my head when I get back.”Adriana remained firm. “Go upstairs and get it. A few minutes won’t make a difference.”Miley clung to her arm, whining playfully. “It’s just a passport number! Foreigners have relaxed check-in requirements here. The president won’t even know—you think hotel check-ins are that strict?”Unable to resist Miley’s persistence, Adriana finally pulled out her passport.Miley, ever the opportunist, not only used Adriana’s passport but also registered her phone number for the reservation.Adriana’s face darkened. “Secretary Miley, you have a lot of nerve!”Miley folded her arms and pleaded pitifully, “I don’
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Without waiting for Calvin to speak, Adriana took the lead in clarifying. “You’ve misunderstood. We are just partners. I am his proxy lawyer—nothing more.”Martha gave her another once-over, silently assessing her with high regard but showing a hint of regret on her face. “Oh, I see…”Adriana made up her mind—she had to leave. If she stayed any longer, she wasn’t sure what else the shrewd boss lady might perceive. “Mr. Calvin, Mr. Alex, I still have something to attend to. I won’t intrude on your dinner. I’ll contact you later.”Alex immediately offered, “I’ll give you a ride!”As they left the restaurant one after the other, Martha simply shrugged and began gathering up the baking trays. “Well, I’m heading inside to help.”Calvin parted his lips slightly. “Leave the cake here.”Martha blinked in surprise. “I thought you said it was too sweet and you didn’t want it.”Calvin’s gaze fell on the piece of cake Adriana had taken a bite of. In his mind, he could vividly recall the movement
