Elena felt her heart sink at the thought of people doubting her abilities and questioning her integrity. "What else are they saying?" she asked, her voice barely above a whisper.Scarlett took a deep breath before continuing. "They're calling Liam a playboy who only hangs around pretty ladies," she said, her words laced with a hint of bitterness. "Some of them are even speculating that your relationship with him won't last longer than a night."Elena felt a wave of anger and frustration wash over her. She couldn't believe that people were so quick to judge and make assumptions without knowing the truth. "What should I do?" she asked, feeling overwhelmed.Scarlett's voice softened with concern. "Just be vigilant around Liam, Elena," she warned. "Don't let your guard down until you're sure that the rumors aren't true."Elena nodded, feeling grateful for Scarlett's honesty and support. They talked for a while longer, but as the conversation came to an end, Elena couldn't shake the worrie
Isabelle arrived at the Bliss wine and dine a few minutes past three, looking stunning and sophisticated. As she walked towards the reserved and secluded table, she couldn't help but notice a few admirers admiring her beauty.As soon as she reached the table, she expected Liam to stand up and greet her with a warm embrace. But to her surprise, he was reading a magazine and barely looked up as she approached."Hello, handsome," she said, giving him a flirtatious look.Liam responded with a cold stare and a simple gesture, indicating for her to take a seat. He didn't return her smile or acknowledge her greeting, leaving Isabelle feeling confused and uncertain.Isabella hesitated for a moment before taking the seat opposite Liam. She couldn't help but feel confused and uncertain about his cold reception. Was it because of her? Did she do something wrong?"I can see you haven't ordered yet. I guess you're waiting for me, right?" she said, trying to break the tension with a flirtatious smi
Isabella felt a wave of humiliation wash over her. She had been foolish to think that Liam had feelings for her.“But....but?” she sniffed, “but I thought you..loved..me...”“Thought what?” Liam interrupted mercilessly. “You thought I could be with a malicious, frustrating, and over-pampered brat like you?” His gaze was cold and demeaning.“Well obviously, you thought wrong,” he scoffed, standing up and towering over her.Isabella shrunk back in her seat, feeling small and insignificant in front of him.“Consider this meeting a gift and a warning. The next time you pull this disgusting, ill-planned move on my wife,” he tossed the picture of David's battered face onto the table in front of her. “This picture will only be the tip of the iceberg for whatever awaits you.”Liam's voice was laced with malice, and Isabella could feel a chill run down her spine. She knew that she had just narrowly escaped a fate worse than death.Isabella sat alone in the restaurant, her mind racing with thou
Elena left with Joseph to retrieve the pack of ice. As they walked, Joseph warned her, "Miss Elena, please be careful. When our master is in this mood, it's best to give him some space."But Elena was determined to help Liam in any way she could. She returned with the pack of ice in her hands and a resolute expression on her face.Elena pulled a stool next to Liam and placed his left hand on her thigh. She gently placed the ice pack on his hand and started massaging it. Liam felt a sense of relief as his anger slowly dissipated, replaced by a feeling of comfort and warmth.Elena applied the same cold compression to Liam's other hand, and he looked up to meet her gaze. His expression softened, and he grinned slightly, his mischievous nature returning.Elena asked, "Does it hurt much?"Liam's response was playful, "Only when you're not around, Elena."Elena smiled at Liam's quip, but she didn't let his charm distract her. She asked, "I guess it wouldn't be my business to know how you ca
As Liam and Elena arrived at his parent's mansion, they were warmly greeted by Emma, Liam's sister, and several staff members of the household. Emma was immediately taken by Elena's stunning beauty and began bombarding her with questions and gossip.Despite feeling a twinge of jealousy towards his sister's excessive attention towards Elena, Liam knew that Emma was easily impressed and that his fiancé had a captivating aura that could easily charm those around her.However, when Emma caught a glimpse of the engagement ring on Elena's finger, she let out a piercing scream that echoed throughout the mansion. Liam realized that he needed to find a way to redirect Emma's attention away from Elena.Thinking quickly, Liam came up with a plan to distract his sister by asking her to get him some water herself which made Emma release her hold on Elena and Liam led Elena to the massive Relaxation area to see his father.As Elena conversed with Liam's father, she spoke with enthusiasm about her l
“Elena! Or whatever your name is, can I talk to my son in private?” Elizabeth's voice could be heard from afar.Elena turned to leave, but Liam pulled her back and held her close in his arms.Liam's eyes had a haunted look as he stood there, holding Elena's hand. He knew it was time to leave, but he couldn't leave without addressing the tension in the room.“Well mum, if you have to say something to me, say it now because we are about to leave. It is obvious we are not welcomed here,” he said, his voice firm.Elizabeth's eyes narrowed. “Liam! You disregard my authority and choose this….lowlife.” She gestured at Elena in fury, “this strange Unknown over your mother?”Elena felt a lump form in her throat as she looked at Elizabeth. She knew she was not what Elizabeth had expected for Liam.“Come on Liam!” Charlotte gave Elena an evil look. “Of all the hundreds of girls you have been having sex with, surprisingly you could have at least picked one that has a decent background, not a low
"Thank you so much, Emma," Elena whispered in a sweet and soft voice. "I am so lucky to have you as a sister-in-law.""Not just sister-in-law, we are officially best friends and sisters now," Emma whispered back.While at the Suite the sound of Elizabeth's sobs filled the air, as Liam's mother broke down in tears. Charlotte was there to comfort her, but the tension in the air was palpable.“Liam,” Elizabeth said in between sobs. “Not only did you bring a stranger into my suite, but you also stood and watched your younger sister insult me in front of her and you stopped me from slapping her. Have I become a joke to you? What about all those promises you made to me years ago? You promised you would never allow anything or anyone upset me and you won't too,” Elizabeth looked into her son’s dark and terrifying eyes.Liam looked at them without saying a word in his deep stare.Charlotte stepped in, her voice calm and soothing. "Liam, I know tensions are high right now, but we can't let one
Elena woke up with excitement, eager to see the establishment that Liam had bought for her. She quickly got dressed and waited for Liam to join her as she waited in the living room.Before this day, Elena had been making plans to acquire a company that was in close proximity to Nixon Tech, much like the rival company Cara Tech. She intended to compete actively with them and recruit any of her trusted former colleagues who were willing to leave Nixon Tech and join her in this new company.As they drove towards their destination, Elena's mind raced with possibilities. She couldn't wait to see what kind of place Liam had gotten for her.Elena's heart raced as she surveyed the familiar surroundings of the Cara Tech car park. "What are we doing here?" she asked, her face flushed with memories of the incident that had taken place here.Liam chuckled at her reaction. "Just checking out your old stomping grounds, Elena. And maybe making some new memories while we're at it," he replied with a