"How are things going? You just got back, right? Are you settling in?" Xavier asked, knowing that Ian had to go to the research institute since it was the best option for him."I'm doing well, Xav. Please rest assured that I won't let you or my mother down!" Ian exclaimed. Although he was a bit playful for his age, he was mature enough to know what mattered most."Alright, you should turn in early," Xavier said before mentioning a couple more things and ending the call.Ian was captivated by Nadia's selfie, an allure that beckoned him to abandon all and seek her out. Yet, the harsh reality of his shortcomings held him back. He knew he must strive harder, and so he suppressed his yearning.Xavier was right around the corner, and since it was almost time, he headed over to the bar to pick them up.Upon his arrival, Nadia graciously yielded her place beside Quinn.After taking up so much of Quinn's time, Nadia felt a twinge of embarrassment."Alright, let's go. I'll take you home n
"What if I told you there's something wrong with your telepathy tonight?" Quinn deliberately taunted him. After all, she had genuinely planned to stay at Nadia's tonight."I'm pretty sure it's working fine. It's a dark and breezy night, and the mood is rather pleasant. A night like this is ideal for some indulgence," Xavier said brazenly. They hadn't had the chance to indulge in themselves lately, and he was craving it.Quinn was rendered speechless. How could Xavier say that so brazenly? Yet again, he had always lived without restraint and pursued whatever he desired."Come on, let's go!" Xavier said. He took her hand and led her toward the car.He didn't consult with her and took it upon himself to drive straight back to Waterfront Villa. He had purchased this villa specifically to be close to her. Yet, to his surprise, she actually moved away from that area. Upon arriving at the villa, Quinn didn't act pretentious either. After all, after having a few drinks, it felt like the
Quinn had no interest in the woman on the other end of the line. She had no intention of providing her with any explanation—as she deemed that it was unnecessary—so she directly hung up the phone.After that, she left the room with Xavier's phone.Upon seeing that Xavier wasn't in the bedroom, Quinn went in search of him. She eventually found him in the kitchen.Who would have thought that he would be practicing his cooking in the middle of the night? He had been studying more than usual recently. And given his intelligence, he picked things up pretty quickly.As soon as he noticed her coming down the stairs with water still dripping from her hair, Xavier couldn't help but frown and ask, "Why didn't you dry your hair?""There was a call for you, and I answered it by accident.""Oh, who was it?""I don't know."After washing his hands and drying them on a paper towel, Xavier walked over to her.Quinn handed him the phone, but he ignored it completely and pulled her to sit on th
Quinn playfully bit Xavier's chin, which sent a spark of desire through them both.Xavier had planned to take his time, but in a moment of overwhelming desire, he couldn't hold back any longer and thrust straight in.His teasing earlier had already aroused Quinn. As a result, he was moving in perfect sync with her, and she was relishing every moment.Xavier had always understood that true intimacy was a two-way street. He had a natural ability to anticipate her needs and desires. He ensured that their moments together were always deeply satisfying.She had a very flexible body, so they experimented with a variety of positions. They went from the living room to the spacious bed in the bedroom. Xavier had enjoyed himself thoroughly that night.…Daphne thought Xavier would surely call her back. After all, he had promised her brother that he would take good care of her.Yet, after all that waiting, Xavier's call never came. She felt hurt and frustrated.She was feeling really upse
And Daphne was no exception to his cold treatment either."Can I go to Jipsfort, Xav?" Daphne asked. Tears were streaming down her face.Xavier was at a loss for words. "You're already an adult, Daphne. You can decide for yourself what you want to do without consulting me."He had previously promised Daphne's brother that he would take care of her. However, Daphne was now at an age where she could take care of herself."You're free to do whatever you want now, Daphne. You should also consider finding someone to be in a relationship with," Xavier suggested. He thought that she would just overthink things if she had nothing to focus on. Moreover, he wasn't fond of women who engaged in such emotional turmoil.No matter how Daphne felt, Xavier wouldn't provide her with any chances. After all, he had always been steadfast and not the type to be easily swayed.Daphne was rendered speechless."Do you not want me anymore, Xav?" Daphne asked tentatively.Xavier furrowed his brow and rep
"Come on. Let go! Everyone is still waiting for me!" Quinn exclaimed."It's only a minor acquisition. Is it necessary for you to go there in person? Can't we just handle it over the phone?""It's not the same," Quinn stated firmly. She had been anticipating this day, the day she would finally bring down the Xandor family. She was eager to witness Shania's downfall with her own eyes."Alright, if you say so," Xavier said as he tightened his grip around her waist. He still would not let her go."I need to go now."Xavier hummed in response, yet he didn't budge at all.He then pushed his luck by saying, "Give me a kiss and I'll let you go.""Are you trying to make a deal with me?" Quinn asked incredulously. She wondered if there was anything worth negotiating between them."I'm only asking for a kiss," Xavier stated brazenly. How could this be viewed as making a deal? All he wanted was a kiss!Quinn leaned over and pecked his lips before deepening the kiss.Xavier believed that
If it weren't for Quinn, their family wouldn't have ended up like this. How could Shelly not hate her? But no matter how much Shelly hated her, facing the formidable Quinn left her feeling utterly helpless. Her mom had always been a tough character. If her mom couldn't handle Quinn, how could she possibly think she could? Baxter's gaze was filled with regret. Even though they lost Xandor Group today, he couldn't bring himself to blame Quinn. They were the ones who had made the mistakes. Throughout the negotiation, Quinn never once glanced at Simon. Luna dominated the conversation. When she spoke well, Quinn would encourage her with a glance. When she stumbled, Quinn would furrow her brows and offer a helpful addition. With Quinn there, Luna felt completely at ease. Xandor Group had practically no leverage. They were desperate to be acquired, except for Simon and Shelly. Yet, despite their reluctance, their opinions hardly mattered. "Simon, what do we do? Is t
Shelly shook her head. Simon really had no backbone at all. How could he still act this way when it was obvious Quinn no longer cared about him? Quinn stood up and left with the team from Four Seasons Incorporated. Simon stayed where he was and watched her leave. She didn't even acknowledge his existence anymore. When Shania heard that Xandor Group had been acquired by Four Seasons Incorporated, she couldn't handle the blow and fell ill. The police had to take her to the hospital first. Baxter, Shelly, and Simon rushed to the hospital together. Shania seemed to have aged ten years overnight. She lay on the hospital bed while refusing to say a word. "Shania, it's enough. You need to accept it. What's done is done." Baxter didn't want to see her like this either. At the end of the day, money was just material wealth. Shania gave a bitter laugh. "You'll never understand how much I sacrificed for Xandor Group." Baxter was an artist. He spent his days focused on p
Whoever said women lack desire was wrong. Sometimes, a woman's longing could catch the man off guard.Faced with Quinn's boldness, Xavier found it impossible to resist. His desire for her was burning within him.Since being with her, he'd wanted her constantly, and tonight was no exception.Quinn tilted her head, and Xavier landed a peck on her neck, one of her most alluring features.His kiss felt like a gentle spring breeze as he began softly at her lips.That light touch flipped a switch within her. It sent electric tingles racing through her body. It was as if he wielded some mysterious power. As he glided his lips down her neck, each caress sent shivers coursing through her, making her tremble involuntarily.With each kiss moving lower, her heartbeat quickened. She felt as though she were immersed in a sweet dream, and his kisses were the leading melody of this ethereal experience.From her lips to her neck and then to her chest, each kiss ignited a flame deep within her. She cou
"I can't go to the hospital. I messed with the wrong people," Edison murmured. He remembered Quinn's warning. She was connected to Xavier, and he wouldn't dare provoke him."Who did you mess with?" Frank asked, but Edison brushed him off. "How's it going with the research institute?"At the mention of it, Frank hesitated. Was Quinn really that influential? Could Edison's beating be connected to her?"It's... fine. You should rest, Dad. I have to go study," Frank replied. He dared not mention how Quinn had twisted his arm.Meanwhile, Xavier and Quinn escorted Edgar back to the hospital.Edgar clearly didn't want to stay. "Ms. Quinn, I'd really like to go home. I don't like staying in the hospital." His days in the hospital felt like years dragging by—an experience that was anything but pleasant."Did the doctor say you could go home?" Quinn asked."I'm really fine, Ms. Quinn.""Only when the doctor says so." Quinn ignored his complaints."It's suffocating in here. I need to che
Edison's plump body crashed to the floor with a heavy thud.Quinn stepped on his hand, eliciting a pained scream from him.Edison stared up at her, bewildered. This young lady, who looked like an angel, was surprisingly brutal."Do you know what Edgar looked like when I found him?" Quinn's voice was icy.Edgar was like a younger brother to her, and she wouldn't stand for anyone hurting him.Edison fell silent after realizing he had underestimated her."How do you plan to pay for this, Edison?" Quinn picked up a fork from the table.Edison tried to get up, but with her foot on his hand, he couldn't move at all. "What are you doing? Let me tell you—"Before he could finish his sentence, Quinn drove the fork through his palm. His screams echoed in the room.Edison had never imagined they would dare to act so brazenly in Dudore. As he looked at his bleeding hand, his entire body trembled in fear. "W-What do you want?"The two bodyguards looked pale at the sight. They had never en
Since they were going to take revenge, Quinn had already ensured they knew the Faulkner family's whereabouts.The current head of the Faulkner family, Edison Faulkner, was responsible for what happened to Edgar. He was also Frank's father.Edison had a dinner engagement that night at a high-end clubhouse in Dudore.Though once a prestigious family, the Faulkner family had been struggling in recent years, but Edison was unwilling to accept that decline.He was determined to send Frank to the research institute, hoping that would restore the family's status. Tonight's dinner was meant to entertain higher-ups from the institute.As the glasses clinked and laughter filled the air, the door to the private room swung open unexpectedly.Edison frowned. Who was the blind fool who chose to enter at this hour? He already had people guarding the door."Who is it? I specifically said no one is allowed to enter!" Edison snapped.The higher-ups from the institute also wore grim expressions.
"Kid, you should just go face your punishment," Quinn said, declining."Come on, miss. Help me out here!" the young man pleaded."I can't help you. You can go now."The young man looked disappointed, but since Quinn had clearly rejected him, he had no choice but to leave."That poor guy," Nadia joked.Xavier, however, didn't share her sentiment. "I think Quinny handled it well. If she gave just anyone her number, she'd be in trouble someday."Besides, it wasn't like their game had anything to do with her. Why should she comply?They sat in the bar for over an hour.Quinn had something to attend to, so she took Nadia home first."Where are you going? Do you need my help?" Nadia asked. Although she wasn't good at fighting, she was willing to lend a hand."Just get some rest. It's nothing major. I'll handle it and be back before you know it," Quinn replied."Are you sure you'll be back tonight?" Nadia glanced at Xavier. She knew he couldn't leave her alone."Go home. Just make
"Nada, this fish is delicious. You should try it," Quinn said, passing the dish over.Nadia took a piece and nodded in approval. "This place really has great flavor. We should come here again."With both of them being people who didn't particularly enjoy cooking, they would probably end up eating out frequently."If you like it, I can have them deliver to your house. I'll get the manager to give you a business card later," Xavier offered.This restaurant didn't just have excellent food. The hygiene and service were top-notch as well."Really? I thought such a high-end restaurant wouldn't do deliveries.""They do," Xavier said. It was just a matter of asking anyway.After dinner, Nadia wanted to unwind a bit. Since arriving in Dudore, she hadn't had the chance to visit a bar, and Dudore was known for its nightlife.Now that she was here, she naturally had to experience it for herself."Quinny, are you heading back to the research institute tonight? If not, let's go to a bar for
Lisa's tone was especially gentle. After nearly three months of treatment, her condition had improved significantly.Gradually, she was becoming the serene Lisa she once was.Once the call ended, Quinn gazed out the window, oblivious to the fact that Xavier was still holding her hand.Xavier was holding her hand with one hand and gripping the steering wheel with the other. It wasn't until they reached the restaurant that he finally let go.He dropped Quinn and Nadia at the restaurant entrance while he went to find parking. The parking area was quite far, so he didn't ask them to come along.As he drove off, Quinn and Nadia waited at the entrance."Quinny, it's great to see Lisa coming back to herself," Nadia said with a smile.Although the past five years had been challenging, it was comforting to see everything getting better.Quinn felt a wave of joy as she reflected on Lisa's remarkable recovery. Given how bad Lisa had been before, it brought her immense happiness to see her
Nadia opened the car door and hopped in.Quinn wanted to join her at the back, but she declined. "Just sit in the front. It's a hassle switching around."Xavier smiled at this. Nadia, indeed, knew how to read the situation.She returned his smile.Xavier was a big shot, after all. Of course, she had to be wise."How's the hiring going? Do you need my help?" Quinn turned to Nadia."Don't worry. I've already hired three people. Since Sully is just starting out, I want to take it slow. I don't want to hire too many at once.""Alright, I'll leave it to you, then." Quinn was just the investor. She wouldn't interfere too much with how Nadia chose to run things."By the way, Quinny, how's everything at the research institute? You need to be cautious around those who hurt Edgar," Nadia said with a hint of worry."I know. Don't worry. There's no need to be concerned about them."Nadia shook her head. "Quinny, this is Dudore. You should be careful." People here would do anything for pr
Kimberly was also present. Noticing Simon's concern for Quinn made her fists clench unconsciously.She had her own plans to go out today. Gregory was going to introduce her to a big shot. He was slowly coming to recognize her potential and would provide her with all his resources."Simon, you know I'm not Maurice's daughter. I'm Gregory's daughter. Gregory Thorpe from the Thorpe family of Dudore. You're aware of that, right?" Kimberly spoke with pride.Simon looked into her eyes. "So what?""My dad is introducing me to a big shot today. Do you want to come? If you agree to get back with me now, I'll overlook everything that happened before.""No, thanks. I really don't need that. You go ahead," Simon replied firmly.In the past, it had always been Shania pushing him. Yet deep down, he wanted to stand on his own. It might seem naive, but he wanted to give it a try.Seeing him try to walk away, Kimberly grabbed his hand. "Simon, don't you want to get your mom out soon?"Why was h