Realization dawned on Harry. "So, that's why Madam Hart hates Mister Hart?"Adam nodded. "That man did grow up by Madam Hart's side, so there's a bond between them. Though he wasn't talented, he was great at making his parents happy and has always been an obedient child. Missus Hart even went as far as to pick Young Mister Hart's fiance. Elders would always prefer obedient children even if they aren't at all talented. Back when old Mister Hart found out about the truth, he informed his son and daughter-in-law about it right away. His son reacted well and agreed to accept Mister Hart back into the family, but the madam...didn't react as well. The two met with Mister Hart once after that…"I don't know what happened during the meeting, but Madam Hart seems to resent Mister Hart even more since then. Young Master Hart probably felt threatened by Mister Hart, so he started plotting to take Mister Hart down. In the eyes of the Harts, the Shaws are just as important as any ordinary family
"But Gloria...""I know what you're worried about," Vicky drawled. "Our studio has suffered a great loss because of the rumors Selene spread. If Gloria is willing to take responsibility for Selene's crimes, let her be. She should know that Selene would be going to prison if she doesn't offer us something."Vicky refused to let the event pass simply because Selene apologized."Sending Selene to prison will make us feel better, I suppose..." Vicky continued. "But, we have to consider the reality as well. Even if Selene makes a public statement to clarify, our studio has already been affected, and we'll have to compensate a handful of customers for the delay in receiving their orders..."Though Vicky had married Tyler, she spent only her hard-earned money and never relied on Tyler regarding her career, so she would be thankful as long as Tyler did not make everything harder for her.Having Tyler's help like how he invited Maestro Warner for Gloria was something Vicky dared not to dre
Vicky took out a contract from her bag. "To express our sincere apology, we'll compensate you with double the deposit amount."It was the standard procedure to compensate the customer double the deposit amount they had paid. Since they were in the haute couture industry, most of their customers were the rich and famous. They had to handle them carefully so they would not offend any customers.Cece had told her the customer Vicky was meeting, Mister Shear, was a very troublesome customer. When Jennifer went to take his measurement, he tried to take advantage of her all the time.Mister Shear had his eyes fixated on Vicky's pretty and fair face."Double the deposit amount?" He raised his chin high proudly. "Do I look like a person desperate for money?""I'm really sorry, Mister Shear," said Vicky smilingly with a gentle attitude. "We'll do our best to see through any of your requests."This was not the first customer she met and not the first who refused to settle easily, but they
"Vicky had been busy dealing with the compensation to her customer, so her mood hasn't been the best. I hope you two won't mind that," Isaac explained.Gloria's eyes widened in surprise. "You know about that, too?"Gloria did not initially believe Isaac was Vicky's boyfriend since Vicky had denied this herself. Upon hearing what Isaac said, however, she started to believe it.Isaac smiled. "Of course I do! Are you two Vicky's friends? Why don't you two join us?"He was an expert in dating and had many experiences in it. He knew it was important to let the girl he wanted to date feel proud when her friends were around and also showed off his wealth to them. No woman could reject him after that. He had tricked many women with that method, after all.This was not the first man who tried to take advantage of her because they were into her beauty, but she had never seen such a shameless man before.Vicky felt so disgusted by Isaac's action and was going to say something. However, Tyle
Isaac's expression froze when he heard Tyler's remark, but it took him just a second to recover."Vicky doesn't design male attire for just anyone. It depends on who's asking." He looked at Vicky adoringly. "I never thought she'd break the rules for me."Vicky did not even bother to glance at Isaac. Her expression remained stone-cold as if the person Isaac referred to was not her.Isaac chuckled. "Pardon us. Vicky is still angry with me."As the conversation went on, the waiter served four portions of steaks to their table.Gloria picked up her cutlery and was going to cut her steak when Tyler said, "Your hand hasn't fully recovered. Let me help you."This obviously caught her off-guard, and she blushed. "It's fine. I can do it myself."Ignoring what she said, Tyler took her steak and placed it in front of him. He picked up the cutlery and sliced the steak into small bites elegantly.The warm light shined on his angular handsome face as if his face had a layer of gold rays shin
Vicky glowered at Tyler. "Tyler, what are you doing?"He merely stared down at her indifferently. "Why so nervous? Are you afraid your boyfriend will see us?"Hearing this only irked her. "You're crazy!"She did not believe Tyler actually believed Isaac when he said he was her boyfriend, seeing as Tyler was an alert and sensitive person. However, this man acted like he was blind!"Vicky, do you always use the convenience of your work to attract men?" he mused.Vicky was so incensed that she shivered. "Do you think I'm so shameless like you are?"It was as though Vicky's words were lost to the wind because Tyler did not even acknowledge what she said. He asked indifferently, "When did you two know each other?""It's none of your business.""How far out are you two?" Tyler asked.Vicky was at a loss for words."Oh, I forgot. You guys were already holding hands just now, so…" He slowly lowered his head, his tall, lean frame encompassing her entirely.Vicky felt suffocated.He
Vicky wanted nothing to do with Tyler and his forwardness, but she feared even more offending him. Left without a choice, she remained still and let him kiss her."I'm going now." Vicky lowered her head and said, "Please tell Gloria I'm leaving." She then pushed him away.Tyler grabbed her wrist. "I'll send you back.""No. Gloria is still—""Come on," interjected Tyler, ignoring what she said, and walked out of the restaurant while pulling her hand.Vicky struggled against his hold, but one look from Tyler made her freeze entirely.Reaching the car, she reached toward the handle of the backseat door, but before she could get it, Tyler said clearly, "Sit up front."Stunned, Vicky looked at Tyler.Tyler saw her look and said faintly, "Are you waiting for me to carry you into the car?"She stood still for a few seconds, went to the front passenger side, and opened the door to get into the car.After they were both in the car, Tyler took out his phone and made a call.Vicky look
Click! The sound of the doorknob opening was heard.Vicky seldom locked the door to the study because she was in her own home.As she looked in the direction of the door, she saw Tyler walking into the room with a towel covering his body. Within seconds, a thought struck her, and her gaze shrunk."I… I'm not done with my work yet," her voice trembled. "Don't wait for me. Go and rest now."Tyler ignored what she said and approached her. Without any warning, he placed his hand on the back of her head and kissed her.As she expected. The only reason he came back home with her was because he wanted to sleep with her.Well, she was not surprised. He was that kind of guy, after all.Out of the blue, a picture appeared in her mind—it was the night Tyler slept with Gloria.'Did he also kiss Gloria this fervently?' she thought.Suddenly, she felt inexplicably suffocated and disgusted.However, she could not avoid his kisses because he was grabbing her head tightly. She did not struggl