Chapter 1055 Change of State MindAlthough Hunter couldn't see, he could imagine Sydney's cheerful smile on the other end of the phone. "I accept your congratulations. You have my word. When I get promoted, I'll return and back you up."He thumped his chest with a resounding thud.Sydney could hear it clearly through the phone, and her heart trembled along with it.'Is this guy trying to break his sternum?'"Thank you for your kindness," Sydney hurried to say, hoping to stop Hunter from pounding his chest like that.Hunter stopped as expected and turned toward his assistant, who was standing by. "We don't need such politeness between friends. Well, the connection is bad. When I come back, how about we get together for a meal?""Sure!" Sydney agreed readily.The call ended, and Sydney put down the phone.She looked at the screen with a smile and shook her head.Across from her, Sean asked, "Was it Mr. Cohen?""Yeah," Sydney nodded, saying, "He learned about the rumor online a
Chapter 1056 A Contradiction of the HeartLuke's gaze had been fixed on Sean as she left. Even after she had disappeared outside the door, he remained entranced, not looking away.Sydney patted him on the shoulder, bringing him back to his senses.He turned his head back and touched the shoulder she had patted. "What's wrong?""I was going to ask you the same thing," Sydney replied, crossing her arms and looking in the direction of the door before fixing her gaze on him. "You were staring at Sean for so long. I called out to you twice, and you didn't even respond.""Who said I was staring at her? I was just thinking about something," Luke retorted, somewhat agitated.Sydney rolled her eyes. "Fine, fine. You weren't. But let me tell you something. When you come here in the future, you can't be so mean to her. Sean is my secretary now, and it's inappropriate for you to act like this."As Sean's current boss, Sydney had to protect her.She couldn't let Luke bully her secretary."
Chapter 1057 Why Don't You Solve ItOutside the office, Sean, who was supposed to be busy working, was actually standing at the door, attentively listening to every sound within the office.Luke's words had pierced her heart like a knife, causing her eyes to instantly redden and well up with tears.It turned out he was so reluctant to see her.She couldn't believe she was such an eyesore in his mind.Sean tilted her head slightly, took a deep breath, covered her mouth and nose, and left for the Secretaries' Office.The assistant, who had just delivered the coffee, was surprised to see Sean hurrying in with her head down and teary eyes. Concerned, she quickly asked, "What's wrong?""It's nothing," Sean replied as she returned to her desk, shaking her head at the assistant. She wiped her eyes and forced a smile."But you cried." The assistant frowned.Sean took off her glasses and rubbed her eyes. "Thank you for your concern, but I'm really fine. It was just that a sad thought c
Chapter 1058 Two Childish MenSydney possessed great intelligence, making it impossible for her to overlook this matter.Julien shared the same level of intellect.However, by some stroke of fate, neither Sydney nor Julien had any intention of stepping forward to clear the air.They didn't even attempt to suppress the frenzy online that had ensued.The only plausible explanation that came to mind was that these two individuals must be plotting something.Why else would they prolong a situation like this?Julien couldn't just sit by.He loved Sydney so much that he would never see her subject to cyber abuse. Yet, he had done nothing.There were definitely underlying issues at play.Ruminating on the situation, Luke speculated that his mother had foreseen this and prevented him from stepping forward to clarify. Instead, she had instructed him to ask Sydney about it, so as not to disrupt Sydney's plans."Other plans..." Sydney murmured to herself.Luke nodded quickly and remar
Chapter 1059 You Lied to Me AgainJulien didn't forget to lift his chin with a proud expression toward Luke after Sydney finished speaking.Although he didn't say a word, his feelings were already written all over his face. 'Look, how well Leaf knows me!'Luke read Julien's face. Luke's mouth twitched a few times, and he trembled with anger.'This bastard!'The two people's small movements, naturally, were seen by Sydney.But Sydney just pretended that she didn't know it.Anyway, these two men were childish as hell whenever they got together.'Let them be.'As long as they won't fight.'"Forget it." Luke waved his hand resignedly. "Even if you lie to me, I won't be angry with you."The implication was that he didn't blame Sydney for lying to him.Sydney smiled, "Thank you, Luke."Luke waved his hand again, indicating that thanks were not necessary.Then Julien said, "Leaf, I didn't expect you to trust me so much. I'm very happy."Sydney didn't ask Julien if he believed i
Chapter 1060 Sydney's QuestioningJulien's eyes flickered for a moment, and he didn't say anything.Sydney was even more silent.The meeting room was quiet all of a sudden, and a pin drop could be heard.After a while, Luke jumped up in anger. "Well, it looks like I was really right. The person behind the trouble is your suitor. I feel that Syd suffered from all this aggression and scolding because of you, Julien. This is the second time, right? Greta and now another one. Will there be a third one next time? Huh?"He questioned loudly.Julien wrinkled his brows for a moment and then stood up. "This matter was indeed caused by me. I will give an explanation to Leaf.""Hmph, what's the use of it?" Luke sneered disdainfully. "You have so many suitors. After you handle this one, there will certainly be a new one. Why should Syd suffer all the time? If I had known such things would happen, I would never have agreed to Syd's getting back together with you. You are the bane of her life
Chapter 1061 What Will You Do?"You mean Erin?" asked Julien, raising an eyebrow.'What does it have to do with Mr. McDaniel's granddaughter?'What is Sydney up to?'"So Mr. McDaniel's granddaughter is called Erin." Sydney smiled faintly, "Quite a cute name. You still haven't answered me. What is your impression of Miss McDaniel?""I've almost forgotten her." Julien thought for a moment. All that came to mind was a childish and vague face."What?" That answer made Sydney freeze.Originally, she thought that since Julien respected Mr. McDaniel so much, he must have a deep impression of Mr. McDaniel's family.Julien's answer surprised her.Moreover, Sydney could see that Julien was not lying."How can you have forgotten her? Isn't she Mr. McDaniel's granddaughter? You must know each other well. You two are childhood sweethearts, right?" Sydney pursed her lips and looked at Julien.Julien frowned, reached out, and flicked her forehead. "I learned from Mr. McDaniel, not his gran
Chapter 1062 I Won't Even Give You the ChanceLuke said what Sydney meant, so she shut her mouth and acquiesced.Julien's hands were clenched again, his knuckles crackling.Julien stared at Sydney, saying clearly and firmly, "I'm not going to let you break up with me, and I'm not even going to give you that chance."He'd loved her for over a decade. He'd once lost her and then almost risked his life to regain her.How could Julien allow Sydney to break up with him?He wouldn't even let her think about it.Sydney saw Julien's meaning in his eyes, her heart trembling. Finally, she said, "So, you are planning to choose me rather than your teacher, right?"In front of Luke, Julien held Sydney in his arms, his big hand pressed against the back of her head. He said with a devout expression, "Yes."Although Sydney expected this, hearing Julien say this, she was surprised for a while.She gently retreated from Julien's arms, tilted her head to look at him, and replied, "Are you sure?