Eranthe pushed him away, her hands clenched into fists.Colin's suggestive remarks were too strong, but She couldn't understand why Colin, who had experienced the casual relationships with so many women, would be entangled with her. Why her?Things seemed to have become a little bit complicated. Colin was just a tool she used to counter Dylan, and she really hadn't thought about any further development with him. But the current reality was that she had provoked Colin, a mysterious and formidable figure, and now she couldn't shake him off!Frank watched coldly from the side, not intending to intervene.Seeing that things were getting out of hand, someone stood up and said, "Mr. Rodriguez and Mr. Wilson, we have some urgent matters to attend to in our company. We'll leave first."Seeing Colin's lack of response, they all got up to leave."Where are you going?" Colin stopped them, lit a cigarette, and said, "We've ordered so many good drinks. It's a waste not to drink them out.""Ok, yes
Colin raised an eyelid. "You're overthinking it."Although she had guessed the answer, hearing him admit it so blatantly brought a sense of annoyance, feeling like she was being treated as a plaything.However, his clear acknowledgment was better than Dylan's deceitful use of love as a guise.On this side, Colin had already withdrawn his hand as if the ambiguous and teasing words spoken earlier weren't uttered by him personally."I was just speculating. Since that's the case, Mr. Rodriguez, I refuse your proposal."Colin raised an eyebrow. "Have you really thought it through?"Eranthe found it amusing. This man in front of her, sometimes seeming rude, would, at certain times, pretend to be very gentlemanly, always asking for her opinion, even in matters between the sheets."As you've seen, I just experienced betrayal. My trust in men is almost at zero. So, in this state, I have no intention of starting a new relationship.""But what I'm proposing is a long-term sexual partner. We only
Eranthe's hand paused, and then she opened the documents on her desk to check the upcoming schedule and team meetings.Acacia patted her shoulder. "You went out with Dylan before. Have you seen Colin? Is he really as handsome as in the photos?""I didn't notice," Eranthe replied after a pause.Acacia nodded without suspicion."Oh, don't forget about the department gathering tomorrow night. I can see that Galina is well-prepared this time. Mr. Harris, that old lecher, has been eyeing you for a long time. With the news of Dylan breaking up with you, he might try to take advantage. You need to be smart, and if all else fails, consider making a quick exit."Eranthe felt overwhelmed at the thought of the upcoming situation. "Okay."The department gathering was scheduled at a newly opened club, considered a high-end venue.Throughout the day, Acacia complained to Eranthe about how it was always them, the small fry, who had to split the bill with the leaders, and then endure their inappropri
Fed up with Galina's troublemaking, Eranthe was in a deadlock when the door to the private room opened. The waiter brought in wine and a dessert platter."Is this a mistake? We didn't order these.""No mistake. These are compliments of Frank Wilson. Also, all the expenses tonight are on Mr. Wilson's account."Looking at the expensive bottle, worth at least 100,000 dollars, everyone fell silent.Galina could barely hide her embarrassment, "No wonder Eranthe doesn't bother to toast, huh?"Acacia had endured this woman's antics all night, finding her irritating with her ambiguous speech.She directly mocked, "Okay, we get it. Frank Wilson wouldn't ask Eranthe to drink if he was here. What kind of creature are you?"Colleagues coughed awkwardly as the waiter, with a smile, placed the items down and retreated.Eranthe felt a sinking feeling. She couldn't figure out what Frank meant by suddenly pulling off such a move. According to their private relationship, it shouldn't have reached this
Eranthe smiled coldly."Joke's on you. I dared to confront Dylan; hitting you is nothing! Ever heard of 'he who provokes first is shameless'? You must be unfamiliar with it!""I'm not someone with a good temper. Dare to provoke me again, and you'll see." With that, she pushed Galina against the wall, looking down at her. "Did you understand my words? Mind your own business."Galina looked at Eranthe in horror. Her makeup was now smudged, and her clothes were wet. Unable to fight back against Eranthe, she grabbed her makeup bag and fled.Eranthe found it quite amusing. In this world, there were plenty of those who were fierce on the surface but timid inside. The weaker you showed, the more they thought you were easy to bully.As if realizing something, Eranthe took a deep breath and turned around.Unexpectedly, the first thing she saw was a pair of finely crafted leather shoes, followed by the impeccably tailored trouser legs of a suit.Eranthe felt a sense of familiarity with those lo
It was Morris, Colin's assistant.Galina suddenly lost her voice, and Mr. Harris was quicker to react, rushing to the front."Morris, long time no see," he greeted, pulling out a cigarette from his pocket.Morris waved his hand and looked at Eranthe. "Miss Eranthe Taylor, if you have any business needs, you can contact the number on this business card."Eranthe was momentarily stunned but quickly recovered. "Morris, may I schedule a meeting with Mr. Rodriguez to personally express my gratitude?""I will inquire with Mr. Rodriguez," Morris replied.Seeing that he didn't refuse, Eranthe breathed a sigh of relief. "Goodnight, Morris."She watched the luxury cars leave, leaving her colleagues in stunned silence.Acacia rolled her eyes and, looking at Galina's pale face, said, "A clown jumping around."Eranthe held Morris's business card. Although it was Morris's personal number, at least it was a step given by Colin.Galina couldn't stay any longer and left immediately.Acacia stayed with
The atmosphere in the car fell into a dreadful silence.Colin, unlike before, didn't make any ambiguous moves towards her. Instead, he closed his eyes, seemingly to rest.If Eranthe weren't sitting on his lap, the current distance between them would be quite satisfactory for her.Unfortunately, she dared not move now. Even when the car stopped at a red light, she remained tense, trying to figure out what explanation Colin might accept.She thought that he had given her an obvious way out tonight.Eranthe never believed that someone would help another person for no reason. Besides, Colin was well-known for his lack of compassion in the business world. Considering all this, she couldn't find any reason why Colin would extend a helping hand to her multiple times.Fortunately, Sharon No. 3 was not far from their current location. When they reached the entrance of the residential area, the driver stopped the car.Eranthe wanted to move, but she unconsciously looked at Colin.The light from
Dylan's face appeared, and he forcefully grabbed her hair, slamming her head against the wall."Ah!—" Eranthe screamed, muffled by Dylan's hand covering her mouth from behind."You're only coming back now? It seems you intentionally came home early before, just to avoid me, huh?" Dylan's breath brushed against her neck."I've been waiting for you so patiently. Where do you think you can escape? Didn't I say I'd make you die in a gruesome way?"Eranthe wanted to resist, but Dylan took the initiative, holding onto her hair and pressing his body against hers."How did Colin handle you?"Eranthe struggled with all her might."Bitch! Today, I'll deal with you. I'll send a video to Colin and plaster your photos all over the world! Let's see how you act then."Dylan dragged Eranthe, who was trying to break free out of the door, towards the bed.At this moment, only thoughts of Colin waiting outside occupied Eranthe's mind. She had been lying on the sofa for so long that she wasn't sure if Co