"Ow!" Betty winced, nearly falling backward."Lauren." Landon stood before Lauren, gazing lovingly at her as she blushed. "You look beautiful tonight.""Huh?" Lauren mumbled, her heart pounding in her chest."It's so boring here. Do you want to go somewhere with me?" Landon extended his hand to her."Go where?" "Wherever you want. Just name it, and I'll take you there." Sincerity filled Landon's eyes.For some reason, Lauren wanted to cry. She had always been the slowest yet most obedient child in her family. She never learned what it was like to be doted on or have what she wanted fulfilled. This was a first for her."I … I want to find Alyssa and my brother," she mumbled, her voice small."Alright. I'll take you to them." Landon held her hand and turned to leave with her.The hall was dead silent.When the two reached the entrance, Landon stopped in his tracks suddenly, nearly making Lauren slam right into his back.He turned around and nodded respectfully to Javier b
Landon held Lauren's hand as he steadily walked forward. He smiled, feeling the sweat on her palm from how nervous she was."L-Landon, why aren't we going to the parking lot?" Lauren asked worriedly when they reached the hotel lobby."The underground parking lot takes too long to drive through. My car is parked right outside.""But … but the reporters are outside." Lauren suddenly stopped in her tracks, growing rigid with fear. "I-If we go out right now, the reporters are going to write nonsense.""Nonsense? What kind of nonsense?" Landon took off his coat and draped it around Lauren's shoulders, then buttoned it up for her.He was such a caring boyfriend!"If this nonsense they write just so happens to be what I genuinely feel, then it wouldn't be nonsense at all," Landon said."Um … you know … they're going to say we … we're in that kind of relationship … " Lauren mumbled, her face flushed red. Her voice had grown softer the more she spoke, tickling Landon's heart like a gen
"Fuck me! Seriously? I've heard of the Beckett family daughter who never shows herself … So this is her? Wow, she's even prettier than I imagined!""That sister of hers, Betty, is always flaunting herself around like she's some great beauty. But now we know her sister is far more beautiful than her!""Tsk … Mr. Harper's taste in women really is fine!"Seeing how chaotic the situation was becoming, Angelina swiftly sent two bodyguards to help create a path for Landon amidst the crowd.As the camera lights flashed in their faces, Lauren shyly buried her face in Landon's shirt."Don't worry. I'm right here," Landon murmured in her ear."Okay."That simple response made happiness bloom in Landon's chest."Is Ms. Lauren your new girlfriend, Mr. Harper?""Mr. Harper, are you two officially dating?"Excited, the reporters tossed out one question after the other.All of Solana City knew just how much of a playboy Landon was. However, he had never shown himself in public with any of
KS World Hotel was brimming with activity in comparison to Berenike Hotel. Luxury cars filled the streets outside, and their owners were all well-known members of elite society. Many were dressed exceptionally well, bejeweled, and dazzling in their own way.Though Winston had agreed to Lyla's request to make this celebration as low-key as possible, who could maintain a low profile in the Taylor family? They held a formidable position in society and were already planning on developing further in Solana City, so it was only natural for their guests to show respect by turning up.Plus, Winston was father to the latest star on the rise—Alyssa Taylor!In order not to steal Lyla's spotlight, Colene and Mandy remained upstairs, where they tended to their close friends instead of joining the party. Rather than feeling left out, they were glad to have such a relaxed time to themselves.Meanwhile, Tatiana was helping Alyssa tend to the guests since it was her mother's birthday after all.
Sean was stunned. Alyssa's actions always seemed to catch him by surprise."But both Josh and his wife, Clarissa, are here tonight. Won't Brie cause a scene? It's Madam Lyla's birthday after all. Wouldn't it be better to end the night on a positive note?" Sean asked, concerned."That's why I'm not going to let her past the front door and let her become a pain in everyone's ass.""Do you mean?" Alyssa narrowed her eyes, a dangerous glint in them. "Don't you worry. I'll be sure she's taken care of before the celebration officially starts."…Meanwhile, Tatiana had gone to the restroom. After she finished powdering her nose, she hurried back outside. "You stupid beasts! What are you stopping me for? Can't you see I have an invitation?" The familiar yet irritating voice made Tatiana stop in her tracks. Her heart sank briefly as she turned to look at its source.Tatiana spotted two security guards holding Brie back not far away while she yelled at the top of her lungs, flinging
How could a hotel manager who only drove a Porsche possibly maintain a girlfriend like Tatiana? Tatiana must really fool around in private, yet she still always acted like she was so innocent.How disgusting!"Who are you calling a bitch? Show some respect!" Sean couldn't hold his anger back anymore as he cracked his knuckles menacingly. "You'd best not trust her too much, kid. She might look innocent, but she's secretly very experienced in bed," Brie said with a toss of her hair, staring right at Tatiana. "Her scandals have long spread throughout our campus. Everyone in Solana Film Academy knows what a slut she is in. Only an outsider like you would be fooled without your knowledge."Sean was so angry that his shoulders were shaking. Alyssa had made him promise to control himself. At the same time, he understood he had to let Brie lose composure first before getting rid of her. But he still found it incredibly difficult to hold back right now."We can talk about your grievan
But then, what was up with this invite?"Forgery is indeed concerning. We'll do as you suggested, Sean, and send her to the police station," Alyssa instructed."Yes, Ms. Alyssa." Sean nodded.He turned to the guards and instructed, "Take her away!""Why? I didn't commit any crime!" Brie cried, her face turning an ugly shade of red. She then pointed to Tatiana. "If you want to take me away, then she should be coming with me! She shouldn't be here in the first place, given her status!"Tatiana was about to retort when Alyssa beat her to it, asking slowly, "Oh? What do you mean by that? Why can't she be here?""She's my classmate! I know her better than anyone else here!" Brie had always been someone who tossed others under the bus, even when she was in trouble. "She would never get an invitation for this event tonight! Your secretary must have snuck her in! I can leave, but she has to too!""Taty, is this woman really your classmate?" Alyssa asked softly, going to Tatiana's si
In the hall, Josh and Clarissa were having a lively conversation with Jonah. Josh had not only taken over several substantial holding companies under Schmidt Group but was also expected to take over the company one day. Jonah, on the other hand, being Winston's eldest and all, would likely take over KS Group one day as well. Hence, Josh didn't mind spending some time building a connection with Jonah, even though he held no respect for the polyamorous relationship Winston Taylor had."I heard KS Group intends to develop in Solana City, Mr. Jonah. You've made quite some progress lately." Josh had on his winning smile. "I'm sure we'll be seeing one another in the business world soon. We're on the same level, and our parents are good friends. I do hope that friendship extends to our generation and beyond."Jonah smiled lightly and made a toast to him. "If you ever have any big projects in Solana City, Mr. Jonah, you know where to find us. I'm sure if we worked together, we would