Lydia extended her hand, her demeanor poised and unyielding. Her bright eyes remained clear even in such an unsavory environment.Before Wright could respond, Zavier sidled up and grabbed her hand with both of his, saying, “So you’re Lydia, nice to meet you!”As he spoke, his large, clammy fingers brushed over the back of Lydia’s hand. His lecherous eyes greedily took in her entire figure.Lydia's heart skipped a beat, feeling goosebumps rise all over her body, but she managed to pull her hand back calmly. “Hello.”Wright nodded, “Lydia, please sit.This is Zavier from Xinhua Real Estate, and this is Andrew from Hengsheng Group. They’re all friends, so no need to be formal.”Lydia felt something was off but still greeted them politely, “Hello, Zavier. Hello, Andrew.”Andrew, who had his head buried in a woman's chest, only waved his hand dismissively. Lydia pretended not to see and glanced around the room.Spotting a small armchair opposite the coffee table, she decided to sit there.
Upon meeting Lydia, Wright found himself admiring this poised and charming woman, regardless of whether she was truly guilty of the accusations against her.Despite his usual preferences, he couldn't help but acknowledge her allure.Wright even entertained a fleeting thought that if not for his unique orientation, he wouldn't mind being with such a woman.Seeing Wright's silence, Lydia wasn't disheartened; she merely smiled slightly and said, “If this is too difficult for you, let's pretend I never came.”She stood as if to leave, but Zavier quickly grabbed her arm. “Lydia, don’t rush off. Wright is just considering it, he didn’t say he wouldn’t sign, right?”Wright, witnessing Lydia’s poise, felt a shift in his perspective.The company was his, and even though Universal Conglomerate collaborated with them, UC wouldn’t sever ties over him choosing Lydia as a designer.Moreover, Steven had only suggested giving Lydia a hard time, which Wright had already done. Lydia had navigated the s
Bob hesitated. “I think she went to the third floor…”Before he could finish, Lambert had already disappeared from sight.Horace and Lennon exchanged worried looks.When Bob snapped out of it and was about to follow, they stopped him.“What happened?” Horace demanded.Bob reluctantly explained what he saw. Hearing this, Horace and Lennon could no longer sit still.They were concerned that Lambert, in his current state, might cause a big scene.They could only hope the man who took Lydia wasn't reckless enough to provoke Lambert.Who was bold enough to mess with Lambert's woman?Meanwhile, Zavier, unaware of the impending storm, was eager to take advantage of the situation.He assumed Lydia was just a small-time studio director and didn’t pose any real threat.After bringing Lydia to a room on the third floor, he became impatient, especially seeing her in her intoxicated, vulnerable state.Her flushed face and delicate features made her irresistibly alluring to him.Lost in lust, Zavie
The manager stopped caring about Zavier in the room and eagerly followed Lambert and his entourage, escorting them all the way to the KTV's entrance.As Lambert got into his car, he lowered the window and said to the manager, "You did well!"The manager's face flushed with excitement.The boss had personally praised him! He hurriedly bowed to Lambert, "Thank you for the compliment, boss."With that, the black Maybach sped away, while Lennon and Horace returned to their private room to continue drinking."I knew Lambert wasn't as calm as he appeared. He can't let go of Lydia," Horace sighed. "But right now, it's truly a deadlock. Mrs. Halsey's death has erected a high wall between them, and with his father so adamantly opposed, I'm afraid..."Lennon, however, smiled serenely. "I don't think we need to worry. Lambert has always been methodical. I'm sure he'll come up with a perfect plan.""Let's hope so! It always seems so exhausting for Lambert to be in a relationship. It's like Romeo
Odgen, though furious, couldn't refute Lambert. The information he received confirmed that Lambert had rescued the woman but hadn't stayed with her, merely placing her in a hotel room.This restraint was the only thing that kept Odgen somewhat satisfied; otherwise, Lambert would have faced more than just a forehead injury.Odgen's anger gradually subsided, but his attitude remained stern. Lydia was a thorn in his heart, a constant reminder of his wife's innocent death."I warn you, this better not happen again! Whatever that woman encounters is her own business and has nothing to do with our family. And you are not to use the company's resources because of her.""As long as you don't target her, I won't intervene either," Lambert insisted. He could avoid meeting Lydia and even try to give up his feelings for her, but he couldn't stand by and watch her get hurt.Odgen gritted his teeth. "Fine! I promise not to go after her intentionally, but you better keep your promise. Now, kneel bef
"Yes, sir!"Before long, Lydia, who was in a stalemate with the bodyguards at the entrance, saw a familiar figure approaching.Her face lit up with recognition. Bob, Lambert's personal bodyguard, was someone she was very familiar with. Did this mean Lambert already knew they were here?"Lydia, come with me for now. Don’t block the entrance."Bob’s tone was much kinder than the stiff formality of the other bodyguards. He was clearly more compassionate.Lydia hesitated, but Bob continued, "Lydia, even if you don’t think about yourself, consider the child. Standing here and being mocked isn’t good for him."Lydia looked down at Wythe and saw the suppressed anger in his eyes, undoubtedly from hearing the surrounding whispers.She felt a pang of guilt and decided not to insist further, following Bob to the side.Despite moving away from the entrance, Lydia still attracted many eyes, especially from media reporters.Had the Halsey family not strictly forbidden photos and videos, this scene
Lydia screamed hysterically, her expression one of pure anguish.Seeing her in such pain, Lambert felt as if his heart were being pricked by countless needles.“Let me tell you the reason!”A deep, hoarse middle-aged voice abruptly interrupted them.Upon seeing the newcomer, Lambert’s face grew even darker.His gaze fell on Bob not far away. Hadn’t he warned Bob not to let his father know that Lydia was here?Bob looked conflicted. He had indeed tried to block the news, but with so many people attending today, it was inevitable that two women discussing Lydia’s presence were overheard by Ogden, which is why he came out.Ogden's sudden appearance left Lydia momentarily stunned. She pursed her lips and called out, “Father...”“We’re not that close! Besides, Lambert was right before. Our family doesn’t welcome you. When Nydia was alive, she often criticized you, but I never expected you to be so ruthless. You murderer, how dare you show your face here?”Ogden's words ignited a flurry of
Lydia, not wanting to see Andrew in a difficult position, pursed her lips and gave Lambert one last, lingering look before turning to Andrew. “Let’s go, Andrew.”Andrew felt a surge of joy, his eyes brightening, but Lydia and her son's spirits were low.Watching Lydia and Andrew leave together, Lambert could only close his eyes in pain before quickly regaining his composure.Ogden glanced at him dismissively. “It’s for the best. At least now you won’t have to use the excuse of visiting the child to secretly meet that woman. I’m doing you a favor!”Lambert lowered his gaze, a flicker of light in his eyes.After a long pause, he softly replied, “I understand, Dad. The funeral is about to start. Let’s go inside.”Ogden gave Lambert a deep look, unsure if Lambert truly didn’t care.On the other side, Lydia returned to the villa with Andrew, looking lost.She had hoped to have a proper conversation with Lambert today and possibly clear up past misunderstandings, but he didn’t even give her