Lydia widened her eyes, taking a moment to process Lambert's words.She blushed crimson, but by then, she was already melting under Lambert's kiss. Her hands clung helplessly to Lambert's arm, her eyes shimmering with desire.Her slightly parted lips, flushed from the kiss, looked irresistibly tempting.Lambert's gaze fell, catching a glimpse of her delicate skin peeking out from her slightly open neckline, and the softness of her breaths, quickening, almost teasingly elusive.A surge of heat rushed through Lambert, his throat tight.His gaze grew even deeper as he lowered his head, capturing Lydia's lips in a possessive, dominant kiss.The fiery sensation from the depths of her being left Lydia feeling utterly defenseless. Her hazy eyes carried a hint of anticipation, like a fish waiting to be pulled from the grill, yearning for someone to extinguish the flames."Mama! Your favorite TV show is starting!"The sudden sound from outside abruptly snapped the two out of their desire-fille
Lydia's eyelashes fluttered lightly like dancing butterflies, the warmth still lingering on her cheeks.Seeing Lambert's determined gaze, as if he wouldn't give up without a kiss, she reluctantly relented.After all, she couldn't deny the stirring of her own heart, could she?Taking the initiative, Lydia leaned in, her cherry lips brushing against Lambert's sensual jawline.A fleeting touch, but before she could pull away, Lambert's large hand firmly held her head in place.His gentle yet authoritative tongue ventured into Lydia's mouth, leaving her breathless before releasing her, a low chuckle rumbling from his chest as he rested his head on her shoulder, infecting Lydia with its vibrations.She knew Lambert was genuinely happy, and suddenly, many of her worries from before seemed to dissipate.Perhaps, even if he left the Halsey household, it wouldn't be as dismal as she imagined?Besides, who's to say who would compromise first in the end? Lydia felt strangely certain about this i
With both parties acquainted and SAC already leaning towards Lydia's studio, the meeting proceeded smoothly, facilitated by Andrew's presence.After the meeting, Andrew stayed behind to speak with Lydia alone."I didn't expect this!"Seeing the smile in Lydia's eyes, Andrew's gaze softened even more. "Yeah, if I hadn't come over, I wouldn't have known that the studio our company is collaborating with this time is yours, Lydia."Lydia smiled. "I have to thank you for your generosity earlier, making our first business deal go so smoothly.""If you want to thank me, how about having coffee together?"Lydia's eyes sparkled. "Sure!"Andrew was pleasantly surprised. He thought she might refuse, but to have the opportunity to have coffee with the girl he had secretly admired for years excited him beyond measure.Andrew tried to contain his excitement, reminding himself not to be rude. So, they left the meeting room one after the other, heading to the café downstairs.It was still working hou
The next morning, when Lydia woke up, her favorite breakfast was already on the table.Lambert and Wythe were already seated, eating.Feeling a bit embarrassed, Lydia glanced at them and sat down next to Wythe, stealing a glance at Lambert.Lambert was elegantly sipping his coffee, as if tasting expensive wine.Sensing Lydia's gaze, he raised his eyes slightly, meeting hers for a moment, causing Lydia to quickly lower her head.She wondered why he was looking at her like that when she hadn't done anything wrong.After coughing lightly, Lydia spoke up, "I know I've neglected you guys these past few days, but the company's just getting started. Thankfully, we'll be done in another two days. How about we all go out for a day of fun as a family?"Lambert put down his spoon. "Another two days?"Lydia nodded repeatedly. "Yes! I promise!""Hmph! I don't believe Mom's promises. You promised to sleep with us at night, but these past two days, you've been sleeping alone. You came back and didn'
Lydia and Andrew sat facing each other in a nearby restaurant near Lydia's company. They each ordered a simple meal and ate quietly.Andrew was quite content. These days, being able to work and eat together with the person he liked, discussing their favorite designs, made him feel like this was the happiest life he could have."Lydia, slow down your eating. Eating too quickly isn't good for your stomach," Andrew reminded her.Lydia looked up and gave Andrew a smile. "I know, Andrew. You always care so much. In the future, you'll definitely be a perfect boyfriend!"Andrew's heart skipped a beat, his mouth dry. Suddenly, he wanted to ask her if she would give him a chance to take care of her for the rest of her life."Lydia..."Ring...Lydia's phone interrupted Andrew's almost-confession, and it also made him retreat back into his shell of courage.He decided to wait a bit longer.Maybe when Lydia got used to having him around, she would notice his feelings. He had waited for so many ye
However, that commanding presence, which instinctively demanded submission, made her hesitate; could it be any ordinary client?Upon receiving the news, Lambert rose from his chair, straightened his suit, and strode purposefully towards the third-floor conference room.The meeting had just begun. Lydia, along with some company executives and several from SAC Corporation, had just taken their seats.Andrew, as the general manager of SAC, was the first to speak."Thank you all..."Bam! The sound of the conference room door being pushed open suddenly echoed!All eyes turned towards the sound, revealing a tall, imposing figure standing at the doorway.Clad in a tailored black suit that perfectly accentuated his tall stature, his gaze swept over the occupants of the room, sending a chill down their spines and causing an involuntary shiver.Andrew furrowed his brows subconsciously, sensing a foreboding.Lydia, equally surprised, looked towards Lambert, her mouth agape. What was he doing her
Lydia and Lambert were out buying groceries for dinner, but back at SAC Corporation, Andrew wore a mask of melancholy.Lambert! The man who's like a myth in the business world turns out to be Wythe's father.And judging by Lydia's demeanor, they must have been in contact all this time.Does that mean he has no chance at all?Andrew stood despondently by the floor-to-ceiling window in his office, filled with determination.He wouldn't give up! Despite years of secret admiration and waiting, he couldn't let Lambert win just because he seemed unbeatable.He closed his eyes, and when he opened them again, they were filled with determination.He wouldn't give up!***Since they had some time, Lambert and Lydia went together to pick up their son, Wythe, from daycare.As Wythe happily joined his classmates, he was pleasantly surprised to see both his mommy and daddy there to pick him up!With a broad smile, Wythe hurried forward, "Daddy! Mommy!"Seeing his son's joyful expression, Lambert's
The next day when Lydia showed up for work, her face was glowing with excitement.As a result, the stories circulating in the company about her and Lambert gained further validation.For a while, many female employees looked at her with envy in their eyes.Especially the receptionist who had previously met Lambert, she proudly boasted to her gossiping colleagues, "See, I told you he was Lydia's boyfriend! Didn't you see how intimate they were when they left together yesterday? And he's so handsome, so wealthy! How can Mr. Andrew even compare?!"Cough!One sharp-eyed female employee noticed Andrew not far away and quickly tried to warn the receptionist with a wink, but she was too carried away, not realizing that the subject of her gossip was standing right behind her!"That's the truth, not to mention anything else, just look at that face, Mr. Andrew can't hold a candle to him!"As Andrew approached, the female employee who had been warned earlier quickly bowed and greeted, "Mr. Andre