LOGINThird Person's POVThe ballroom's noise seemed to cut off entirely, and the air between the two men became instantly charged.Calvert heard the question. A faint, yet intensely penetrating smile played on his lips. He gently rubbed the side of his glass, the wine shimmering. He looked up at Cliff, his eyes holding a knowing sharpness, as if he had expected this question. "Alpha Cliff, you invited Kendrick simply to meet the M Group's power-holder."He deliberately slowed his speech, his voice low and rich, carrying an unquestionable certainty. Every word fell clearly on Cliff and Elliot. "I am standing here now, not as 'Calvert the Movie Star.' Alpha Cliff, you should understand my meaning."Whoosh.Elliot's pupils contracted sharply. The document in his hand nearly slipped. His breathing hitched. He snapped his head toward Calvert, then back to Cliff, his eyes wide with disbelief.Could it be... was Calvert the real boss behind the M Group?
Third Person's POVMelinda was startled by his intensity. She instinctively shrunk back, her lips trembling. She didn't dare say another word, retreating sheepishly to the side, the resentment in her eyes like a small flame she had to stifle.Cyrus stood up, tidied his suit jacket, and put on his fawning smile again. "Fine, six months it is. I trust you are a man of your word, Alpha Cliff. Don't disappoint me."Cliff simply nodded. "Sure." He gave Elliot a look.Elliot immediately pulled a protocol agreement with a gold-stamped cover from his briefcase. He handed it to Cyrus, his tone reassuring. "While an engagement isn't possible for now, this cooperation agreement is signed. From now on, Chambers Group will have priority cooperation with Todd Group, Mr. Chambers. You can rest assured."Cyrus's eyes lit up at the words "cooperation agreement." Cooperation with Todd Group was far more reliable than clinging to Zander! With the Todds' resources, Ch
Third Person's POV"But that's not what you agreed to!" Cyrus slammed his hand on the desk. The whiskey in the glass rattled and sloshed over the rim."You clearly said you'd give her an explanation!"Cliff lifted an eyelid. His voice was still calm, but it carried an undeniable sense of oppression. "I only promised to take care of Miss Chambers for the rest of her life. I never said I would marry her.""You!" Cyrus was shaking with rage. He pointed at Cliff, speechless.When Cliff had said that, Cyrus had thought he was being shy. Seeing the gala planned for the next day, he'd jumped to the conclusion that the engagement was certain.He never expected to be given such a "surprise" at such an important event."Cliff, I lost my baby for you!"Melinda collapsed onto the armrest of the sofa, covering her face and sobbing, her shoulders shaking violently. "You promised me in the hospital that you'd compensate me! How could you do t
Third Person's POVInside the Todds' mansion, Cyrus was practically dragging Melinda up the stairs by the wrist.His fingers dug in hard, leaving her wrist red.Melinda stumbled along, tear tracks on her face, muttering, "Dad, Cliff must have been tricked by Vanya. He promised me...""Shut up!" Cyrus snarled, his face furious, his pace hurried.His only thought was how to salvage the situation. If he lost the connection with the Todds, the Chambers was truly done.Vanya watched them leave, gently tracing the rim of her glass. Her tone was as calm as a weather report. "You handle your business. I'm going downstairs."Cliff simply nodded, his eyes following her as she turned. A flicker of complexity crossed his gaze, but it quickly returned to its cold, remote state.As Vanya reached the main floor, Calvert and Bryant rushed toward her.Calvert grabbed her arm, his eyes filled with anxiety and worry. "What happened? Why di
Third Person's POV"Why would I wait? To watch them play the 'deeply devoted father and daughter' act?" Zander's footsteps didn't slow. His face was dark with anger, and his knuckles were white from clenching his fists.Vincent didn't give up. "But Ella just fainted. When she wakes up, we can find a chance to get her and Cyrus to do a DNA test. Once Cyrus knows the truth...""Idiot!" Zander stopped abruptly and turned to look at him.His eyes were burning with rage. "Can't you see? Cyrus knew all along that Melinda wasn't his daughter!"Vincent froze, his eyes wide. "Wh-what? How is that possible?"He had always believed Cyrus was fooled by Melinda, but he hadn't expected him to be complicit."Nothing is impossible," Zander said, his voice dropping as he looked toward the direction of the Todds mansion."To him, the Chambers family's interests are far more important than a 'tainted' biological daughter. Today's farce was just t
Third Person's POVThat ring was her only comfort in prison, but Melinda had tricked her out of it with a promise to "find your father," only to vanish without a trace.The statement hit the room like a depth charge, creating a profound silence.Melinda's arrest for financial fraud had been public, but she was "released on bail" shortly after.People had assumed the Chambers paid for her freedom.Now, with Ella's accusation, everyone's gaze turned sharp and probing, focusing on Melinda.Melinda's face flashed white, but she quickly composed herself. "So you say I tricked you out of a ring to get out of jail. But what about you? Why were you in jail?"She paused, sweeping her gaze across the guests, clearly intending to crush Ella entirely.Ella's face instantly flushed, then rapidly paled. Her lips trembled.She clenched the hem of her faded T-shirt. Her time in prison was a painful scar she never spoke of, and now it wa







