When Quinn met Xavier's eyes in the rear-view mirror, he smiled at her.Seeing that, Quinn quickly looked away.Meanwhile, Nadia was too exhausted to speak. She had been on a flight for over two hours, and she hadn't taken an afternoon nap.Since middle school, she had developed the habit of needing a midday rest. No matter what was happening, she always had to nap a little in the afternoon.It wasn't long before she fell asleep on Quinn's shoulder."Where are you two staying? Do you have your own place?" Xavier asked, unsure of Quinn's plans."Yeah, we're living together."Edgar and the others had their own places. And since Nadia was starting her own brand, Quinn chose a spacious apartment in a prime location for them to stay together."You're living together?"Xavier wasn't entirely satisfied with that answer. He still felt it would be more convenient for her to live alone.Though he had his opinions, he didn't voice them since she wouldn't consider them anyway. She only c
Quinn had purchased a fully renovated apartment. It was located on the 20th floor. This was definitely a prime floor, and the price had to be quite high."Quinny, did you dig up some diamonds in the borderlands? How could you be this rich?" Nadia asked.She had just graduated from college and didn't have much money in her account. Yet Quinn seemed to have achieved financial freedom.It felt like Quinn could afford anything she desired."Not really. I just enjoy investing and made a bit of money," Quinn replied casually.Initially, life in the borderlands had been tough for her, but slowly, she found a way to earn. For her, making money had become a relatively easy task.This was how she was able to provide Lisa with the best treatment, as Lisa's nursing home was also the best in the area."I really envy you. You can excel at everything you do." At the same age, Nadia still felt like she was just treading water.Quinn reassured her. "What are you thinking? I think you're doing g
"I'm glad you like it. This is our home anyway. If you don't like it, you can always redecorate," Quinn said. She was leaving everything up to Nadia."Sounds good, but I really love this place just as it is," Nadia replied enthusiastically. "But are you sure you want to live here with me? Will Xavier agree?"Looking at Xavier's clingy demeanor, it was clear he didn't want Quinn to live here alone."Why do I need his approval? I can live wherever I like without anyone's permission," Quinn replied.Even if that someone was Xavier, it made no difference. That was just how she had always been."Alright, then! I'll tidy up for a bit. You should go check on him."Regardless of the situation, Xavier was a guest here. It wouldn't be right to leave him alone in the living room."Okay. Go take a shower. The bathroom has all your favorite products."Nadia hugged Quinn tightly. "I really don't need a boyfriend. I just need you. No boyfriend treats me as well as you do.""Is that so? You d
Xavier leaned down and planted a gentle kiss on Quinn's forehead. "Get a good rest tonight. No matter how big the problems are, deal with them tomorrow, okay?"Quinn was already showing signs of fatigue with dark circles under her eyes."Okay," she replied.After Xavier left, Nadia emerged from the bathroom. Those two had been lovey-dovey for quite some time.Nadia wore a sexy nightgown. One of her favorite hobbies was wearing enticing lingerie."So? Do you like this? Do you need me to get you a few sets to wear for Xavier?" she asked Quinn."No, thanks." Quinn wasn't really fond of sexy lingerie. She preferred comfortable clothing.Nadia grabbed a can of Coke from the fridge. It was her favorite drink. Though many said drinking Coke wasn't healthy, she couldn't give it up.She popped the tab, took a sip of the cold soda, and felt a refreshing wave of satisfaction wash over her. She loved this feeling.Meanwhile, Quinn casually turned on the TV. It was broadcasting news about
Quinn truly stirred Nadia's heart with every smile and frown."Alright, it's getting late. You should rest early. You just arrived. There's no need to rush your personal brand," Quinn said to Nadia."I know. Don't worry. I'll handle my brand myself. I'll let you know if I need anything. You just focus on your own work."Nadia understood that Quinn was a busy person. Quinn had rushed to Dudore because there were pressing matters to attend to.Nadia absolutely wouldn't hold her back."Many people want to work with you, but honestly, I still suggest you do it alone. That way, you'll have complete control over your brand," Quinn advised.Having that kind of authority was crucial.She continued, "You don't need to worry about money. I'm loaded." So, Nadia didn't have to think about anything else; she just needed to do what she loved.Nadia hugged her. "I mean it. We should just get married. Men aren't worth it." She was truly her best friend."Alright." Quinn smiled back.After th
"I'm not going. If he wants to go on blind dates, he can do it himself. I'm not going," Xavier said.He had never been a compliant child.No matter what he did, as long as he was accountable to himself, he didn't care what others thought.Especially not that father of his, with whom he shared no feelings."Fine. Do as you wish." Lydia couldn't interfere with the Patterson family matters.In the Patterson family, patriarchal values were especially strong. They hardly gave women any decision-making power."Mom, if you're unhappy, you don't have to deal with them." Most of the people in the Patterson family were not worth her respect."I know." Lydia still had feelings for Xavier's father, Marc Patterson. Otherwise, she wouldn't have put up with so much.But unfortunately, she loved him, while he didn't love her in the same way.As expected, Marc called Xavier as soon as he learned Xavier was back."Xavier, are you just going to abandon Lightcloud Corporation? Do you still want i
Lydia didn't want to talk anymore. It was sometimes impossible to communicate with someone like Marc. It left her feeling quite speechless."What are you implying? You don't want to see me either?" Marc asked. He was clearly displeased. He hadn't seen her in a while.She was always restless and flying around the world."Yeah, I don't want to see you." Without another word, Lydia hung up the phone.After that, she went to find Xavier. "Alright, take a good rest. Or you can go back to your place. Your dad might come by later."Every time this father and son met, it was like they were facing off against sworn enemies. The tension in the air was simply too volatile."Okay, I'll go." Xavier stood up. He was ready to leave."Xavier, I'll support whatever decision you make," Lydia said.As he was born into a family like that, Xavier couldn't choose many things in his life. But he had never been one to follow others."I know. By the way, tell him not to look for my girl. If he does, I
Daphne knew all too well what kind of person Darius was—someone she couldn't afford to provoke."Oh, you say you're under Xavier's protection? Then call him to save you now! I bet you just have wishful thinking. Daphne, does Xavier even know you like him?" Darius taunted.Daphne felt a sharp pain in her chest.Some words hurt precisely because they were true.Suddenly furious, Daphne grabbed the bottle next to her and smashed it over Darius' head.Darius was already in a foul mood, and now he was being attacked. He grabbed Daphne by the throat and slapped her hard across the face.The commotion drew the attention of others in the bar.Seeing that the situation was getting out of hand, someone immediately called Xavier.Everyone knew that Daphne was the sister of one of Xavier's friends and that Xavier had been looking out for her.If anything serious happened, it could lead to a storm of trouble.Sensing the tension, the bar owner quickly sent someone to intervene."Are you