One evening, Charlotte sat in her living room, staring blankly at the TV. Her phone suddenly buzzed with a new notification. It was another photo from Claire, this time of a romantic candlelit dinner. The caption read, "An unforgettable evening with someone special."Charlotte's heart sank. She couldn't continue living like this, in a constant state of anxiety and self-doubt. The action was necessary—to uncover the truth and confront Sebastian.Her inner struggle was intense. Should she swallow her pride and reach out to Sebastian or wait for things to unfold? She knew she couldn't go on like this, yet fear of rejection and misunderstanding held her back.Taking a deep breath, she picked up her phone and messaged Sebastian. Her fingers trembled as she wrote, deleted, and rewrote her words. Finally, she sent a simple but heartfelt message: "Sebastian, we need to talk. Can we meet when you return? There are things we need to discuss."Sh
Lately, Charlotte had been feeling somewhat adrift. Being with George had stirred an anxiety in her that she had never felt before. Even though George ultimately chose Eva, she didn't harbour much resentment; she ended their relationship.She stood before the mirror, gazing at her weary reflection. She realized Sebastian had influenced her emotions. Taking a deep breath, she acknowledged the need to regain her balance.Just then, the doorbell interrupted her thoughts. Opening the door, she found George standing there, looking at her with a troubled expression."George, what brings you here?" Charlotte asked a slight furrow in her brow."Charlotte, I need to talk to you," George's voice conveyed emotion.Charlotte invited George in, and they sat down to chat. George shared some recent troubles and feelings with her, and Charlotte tried to offer encouragement despite her low spirits.As they got engrossed in their conversation, C
Chapter 48: Surprise or Shock?"Hey, Nathan, can I ask you something? ""Sure."Has Sebastian been on this business trip longer than usual?" Charlotte asked quietly in the office.Nathan looked up, seeing the worry in Charlotte's eyes. He knew she had many questions, and as the only one aware of their relationship, he didn't want any more issues."Actually," Nathan replied honestly, "this trip is a bit longer than usual. The project is more challenging, so it's taking more time."Charlotte nodded, feeling slightly reassured. Nathan's words made her think that Seba
Charlotte, her heart shattered, left the hotel. The pain of George's betrayal, once deeply felt, was now compounded by witnessing another scene of potential unfaithfulness. She sought solace, leaning against a lamppost, her breaths deep and heavy, trying to calm the storm of emotions within her.Meanwhile, in a dimly lit, smoke-filled office across town, the enigmatic figure of Claire's father, Ronaldo, was receiving an update from one of his trusted men, who was tasked with the delicate job of monitoring Sebastian."Boss, a woman came to see Sebastian," the man reported."What kind of woman?" Ronaldo asked, his interest piqued as he sipped his drink.
"Nathan, drop everything and find Charlotte. I need to talk to her and explain. I can't bear the thought of her being out there alone," Sebastian pleaded, his voice trembling with desperation, as he called Nathan as soon as Charlotte left the hotel."Got it, boss. I'll take the next flight over," Nathan replied."No need. I'll send my private jet to pick you up," Sebastian insisted.He knew he had to find Charlotte and make things right, but he couldn't risk going out now."Sebastian," came Claire's voice from outside the door. Sebastian quickly changed clothes and opened the door."Sebastian, my father has agreed to meet you. Are you happy now?" Claire said as if she were taking full credit for it.Sebastian was surprised. He had stayed here for so long without getting a meeting with Claire's father, Ronaldo. There had been no news despite Claire's attempts to arrange a meeting. It was said that Ronaldo was very fond of his da
Back at the hotel, Sebastian was trying to focus on his meeting with Ronaldo. Claire was still there, watching him with a curious expression."Why do you look so worried? My father is finally agreeing to meet you," Claire said, sensing his unease.Sebastian forced a smile. "Just making sure everything goes smoothly. This meeting is important."Claire nodded, accepting his explanation but still curious about his behaviour. Sebastian knew he had to keep his composure. The meeting with Ronaldo could determine the future of his business dealings, but more importantly, it could provide answers to the questions swirling in his mind about Charlotte and the sudden interest Ronaldo seemed to have in her. Little did he know, Ronaldo had his own hidden agenda, one that could potentially shatter Sebastian's world.Soon enough, Sebastian and Ronaldo were face to face. The air was thick with tension as both exuded a strong presence, their eyes locked in a
"Send me your location, Nathan. I'll come to you," Sebastian said over the phone."Charlotte, the president is on his way," Nathan turned to Charlotte. "Do you want to freshen up? I've booked a table at the hotel restaurant. We'll meet there."Charlotte finally snapped out of her thoughts and headed to the bathroom, letting the warm water wash away the turmoil in her heart. After showering, she put on a light blue dress. Her wet hair fell softly over her shoulders, giving her a refreshingly natural look.Before she knew it, it was 7 PM. Nathan was already seated in the restaurant, his heart pounding with anticipation for Sebastian and Charlotte's arrival. He flipped through the menu while glancing at the door from time to time, feeling a bit anxious.Sebastian walked into the restaurant, his eyes scanning the room. He soon spotted Nathan and, with a slight frown, asked, "Where's Charlotte?"Nathan looked up and smiled, "She'll be down
Several days later, the much-anticipated meeting commenced as scheduled on a bright and sunny morning. Top executives and board members had already taken their seats in the elegant conference room. Suddenly, the door swung open, and Ronaldo, accompanied by his daughter Claire, strode in. Their entrance caused a brief pause among the attendees, who quickly resumed their composure."Ronaldo, it's a pleasure to meet you finally. I'm Sebastian," said Sebastian, rising to greet him. "This is my secretary, Charlotte, and my assistant, Nathan," he added, introducing them with a polite gesture.As Ronaldo entered, his sharp eyes immediately noticed Charlotte. There was a resemblance to someone from his past, but he maintained his composure, shaking Sebastian's hand firmly."Please, take a seat. This is my daughter Claire. You've met before," Ronaldo remarked, observing Sebastian and Charlotte closely for their reactions.Charlotte glanced up at Claire, recalling their brief encounter in Sebas