“Why didn’t you call me when you got here so I could pick you up?”The man’s voice was husky and gentle, but it tugged at the jealousy burning in her.“Zephyr, I wouldn’t dare call you,” Cordelia replied softly. “Your woman’s stopping me here!”Zephyr scowled at once, his icy gaze gleaming viciously.Michelle was dumbfounded. What was going on?Zephyr had clearly said that he did not like other women approaching him, so what was up with this woman whom he was hugging like a gem?Michelle’s heart drummed. She sucked in a cold breath. “Zephyr, this—”“Oh, Michelle, what’s that?” The female celebrities instigated, “Is Mr. Hamerton’s name for you to call?”“You all—”“Michelle, how could you talk to Ms. Jenner like this? And to stop her from coming in? Gosh, are you going to replace her as Mrs. Hamerton next?”Cordelia suppressed her urge to smile, pushing down all that upward ticking of her lips.As expected of the artists she personally guided… Their swift change of acting ski
Josiah and Kelly exchanged a smile. With the latter’s hand gesture, the lights were suddenly dimmed.Just as the guests gasped, the spotlight focused on Zephyr and Cordelia.The world focused on the two of them, while Zephyr focused only on Cordelia.A large ball on the ceiling in the center of the hall slowly opened, showering rose petals. Alongside the soft lighting, melody, and colorful bubbles, everything felt beautiful and dreamy.Cordelia was stunned by the scene that greeted her and was rendered speechless.Zephyr looked at her softly. He had made an effort to set this up for her and had already talked to the Tanners about it.It was just brought forward due to Michelle.Zephyr got down on one knee before Cordelia with a smile and pulled out a diamond ring. The diamond was ten carats and exuded a prismatic shine under the lights with its perfect cut.“Is this Mr. Zephyr’s proposal?”“What a rare sight! I need to video this!”“Right!? I might get the highest traffic to
Nicholas weaved through the crowd to congratulate them with a clap.“Nicholas, you’re here too!” Cordelia greeted with a nod. “Where’s Linda?”“Sigh, your bestie’s a workaholic. She’s still working in the office now!” Nicholas shook his head with a helpless smile.“Say, Zephyr, has the world changed now? These women are so capable. Are we men waiting to be taken care of?”“That’d be great!” Zephyr smirked with a sly glint. He picked up Cordelia’s hand, the diamond ring on it glowing prettily.“See, I’ve already handed in the deposit.” Zephyr was triumphant. “Cordelia will take care of me after this!”“Yeah, right!” Nicholas looked at him in disdain.“Right. Time for something else.”The smile on Zephyr’s face slowly hardened, and his gaze turned deep and complex.He was again the cold guy and felt even more oppressive than earlier. It felt like a pressure was weighing the hall down.Nancy noticed that things did not look good, but before she could grab Michelle and go, they w
Michelle knew that Frederic must be here in an event like this.Even though he came from a scholar family, the elders of that family were all across Centrolis’ education and legal bureaucracies. There were judges, prosecutors, professors, and chancellors.All four major families were on good terms with this family.Michelle bit her lips and vaguely heard a frantic voice amidst the mockery.“Z, don’t be like this!”The crowd quieted down and checked out the handsome man in a suit following his voice. He was good-looking and outstanding in physique and presence among everyone else.It was just that… he was challenging Zephyr?The crowd exchanged looks and continued watching like they were watching a show.Zephyr frowned and looked up at him.“Hey, Frederic, what are you doing!?” Josiah warned softly, “Are you too free? Trying to save the damsel in distress now!?”Frederic licked his dry lips and looked at Zephyr pleadingly.“Z…”Zephyr’s voice was deep and cold. “Frederic, wh
Cordelia pulled her hand back abruptly and glared at him with her pretty eyes. She was adorable.Zephyr froze.It was then Cordelia finally broke out laughing.She stroked the diamond and rested her head on his shoulder, saying softly, “I don’t like this ring. I like the emerald one better.”“Hmm?” Zephyr smiled. “Sure! They’re all yours! You decide!”He had already given her all he had when they first met.“But that’s antique, Cordelia,” he said.“Antique’s the valuable one!” Cordelia grinned sweetly. “Wasn’t that worn when one of your ancestors was a consort?”Zephyr pinched her nose. “You’re no consort.”Cordelia smiled without saying anything.Zephyr wrapped his arms around her waist, circling her with his strong arms. His husky and deep voice was seductive next to her ear.“You’re not a consort… “You’re my queen!”Cordelia blushed immediately.Zephyr had finally dispelled the last of the ominous fog and felt immensely content when Cordelia’s hands went around his ne
Thinking about it, Cordelia might have liked him already when she first met him on that stormy day. She would forever remember the cold and handsome man that night, the man who went out on his own when she took a shower, and the man who did not force her before she was ready.There was also the man who was strong and muscular with washboard abs and the man who gave her an unforgettable first time…Cordelia flushed and beamed up at Zephyr. She ran her hand over his sculpted face and over his beautiful bone structure and lips.She was suddenly thankful to William. If he had not set her up and made her get married in place of Yelena, the latter would be the one with Zephyr now.Zephyr felt the ardor in her eyes as well as the unspeakable change somewhere on him… He hugged her tighter.“What are you doing?” Cordelia put up her guard, but it was too late. She was completely locked in his arms.“Stop it!” She pushed him with a laugh but was unable to move him. She then smacked him. “Wh
“Alright, have a rest!”Rowan huffed and got up to dismiss himself. Before he left the room, though, Liam stopped him.“Mr. Irwin, hold on!”Rowan turned around slowly. “Anything else?”Liam did not say anything and merely waved him over. Rowan frowned in disdain but could not bear to be petty with someone of his father’s age.With a long face, he plopped himself down on the couch next to Liam’s bed.Liam watched him with a discreet smile.“What is it?” Rowan checked his watch. It was about lunchtime, and he needed to rush to Imperial Media to take a look at his precious daughter!Liam kept his smile and turned serious as he lowered his voice to ask, “Mr. Irwin, have you managed to find out anything?”Rowan’s expression went stiff, and his gaze dimmed.Liam more or less understood it looking at his face.“It’s alright, go on.” He chuckled. “I’m what, 70 to 80 now. What haven’t I seen? Something small like this won’t alarm me.”Rowan pursed his lips. Even if it would not sta
Liam looked at Rowan in confusion while the latter stared at him with rage.After falling into silence for a while, Rowan broke the ice. “Mr. Hamerton, from what I know, your grandson has a fiancee!”“Fiancee?” Liam was stunned.Was Cordelia not his girlfriend? When did she upgrade to being his fiancee?Also, did he not only propose two days ago?He had lost track of what had been happening out there since he was sick.Liam shook his head. From what he remembered, Zephyr insisted on marrying Cordelia, while Liam was not fond of her.“No, no…” Liam waved his hands. “What fiancee? Zephyr’s marriage was just set two days ago! The lady isn’t too shabby!“Sigh, it’s all my fault.” He sighed. “Clark said that I’m so old I can’t remember people anymore. Hah… Well, I must be too old. I almost missed a great granddaughter-in-law who was right in front of me…“I wonder if she’s willing to marry him.“I don’t care if she’s willing or not. We’ll give an expensive dowry! I’ll visit her pa