"Friends?" Melody held a faint, almost imperceptible smile and raised her slender eyebrows as she assessed Ethan.Ethan wasn't afraid, and allowed her to scrutinize him openly. Being stared at by a beauty was, in itself, a kind of enjoyment.Ethan, the beloved heir of the Singh family in Bayridge.Truth be told, he was exceptionally good-looking, with exquisite and refined features, an air of nobility, and a pair of peach blossom eyes that exuded a myriad of emotions.The Singh family had its share of difficulties in producing male heirs. Ethan had numerous older cousins and sisters, and it was only when the patriarch reached middle age that he had this precious grandson.He was held like porcelain that might shatter if dropped, and treasured like a gem. The Singhs passed on to him all the family's businesses early, so others need not harbor any ambitions.All of them were central figures in Bayridge's upper-class society, and Melody was aware of some of the stories surrounding E
Ouch! That hit a spot in Ethan’s heart!"How can you say that? I have plenty of good points!"Ethan lifted a strand of Melody's long hair, the black silky strands in his hand. He blinked, and raised an ambiguous smile."It's not boasting, but Christopher works overtime until late at night every day; his health must be awful. But I'm different; I'm definitely better than him. If you don't believe me, you can test it yourself. I guarantee it's genuine!"Ethan deliberately emphasized the word "test," making it sound very suggestive. He chuckled and left it to the imagination.Unfortunately, Melody wasn't falling for it.She narrowed her eyes, and delivered a punch to his collarbone."Argh!"She gave him a cool glance, and smoothed her hair. "I can see that neither of you is a good guy. If you lay a finger on me again, be careful I don't leave you with one less leg!"Ethan winced, and took a pitiful breath.Can a girl hit this hard? Seriously?In the end, an angry beauty was sti
Melody didn't pay Ethan any mind at all. She signaled for a servant to bring her a laptop. With an indifferent expression, she powered it up, inserted a disk, and started coding effortlessly.Her slender, fair fingers danced across the screen, swiftly switching between lines of code, giving her the appearance of a professional hacker. The pale blue glow from the screen cast a soft radiance on her porcelain-like skin.Ethan's mouth hung open in shock."Melody, you...""Quiet!"Hearing this, he instantly shut his mouth.While Ethan wasn't a hacker himself, he could understand some of it. Even he could tell that her skill and reflexes were on par with the best of the best in the field. This explained how she had known so much about his life.He was still pondering which of his associates might have inadvertently leaked sensitive information, such as the name of the training camp. As it turned out, she didn't need to rely on insider information at all. With her skills, she could unc
The mocking message and the thumbs-down gesture combined to deliver a perfect taunt.Christopher, for the first time in his life, had been defeated. His face turned dark; he struck the table hard, producing a loud thud.At the Nolan residence.Melody, whose mood had been relatively pleasant, suddenly encountered this dampener. She had ultimately won, although there were several close calls during the battle.After taking a long, relieved breath, she picked up a teacup to moisten her dry mouth. It had been a long time since she had faced such a formidable opponent. She couldn't help but express her of victory with mockery, saying, "This amateur thinks he can attack my system with such low skills? He should spend more time refining his skills!"Ethan watched in jaw-dropping amazement. He had known Christopher for many years; during their recent clash, he recognized Christopher's distinctive coding habits and style. He was certain that the attacker was him.He hadn't had a chance
As strong as he was, Christopher couldn't help but feel increasingly baffled where Melody was concerned. She had become like a mysterious figure within the jungle mist, hiding many secrets waiting for him to explore.One mystery followed another, making him unable to grasp them fully. It brought both frustration and a deadly allure that was hard to forget.While he was entangled in his thoughts, Melody exuded victory from all over her body.Ethan approached her, his eyes were full of praise. "Miss Melody, you possess extraordinary skills. Congratulations on winning another impressive victory."Her eyebrows twitched. She concealed her smile, as if she had remembered something."You need to stop right there," she said, her tone firm. "What you witnessed today is strictly confidential. You are not allowed to reveal a single word of it to anyone."Hearing this, Ethan was taken aback. His face broke into a cold sweat, and he quickly made a zipping motion over his lips. "You can trus
Confusion enveloped Christopher's mind like an unrelenting cloud, one he couldn't dismiss. That prevented him from achieving complete calm.The coffee in the study had grown cold, untouched by him.In the living room, the butler was busy with his tasks when he suddenly heard the study door make a sound. He quickly picked up his coat, his expression cold, and hurriedly rushed downstairs like a swift gust of wind.At this late hour, where was the young master heading?"You don't need to prepare my dinner for tonight," Christopher told the butler. Without looking back, he left. He was eager to uncover the truth.As soon as he stepped outside, his phone rang.Seeing that it was from Luke, Christopher's face relaxed slightly. Had there been any progress regarding the investigation he had ordered?"Luke."On the other end, Luke's voice sounded anxious and conflicted. "Mr. Christopher, it's about Miss Talia. She called you, but when you didn't answer, she called me.""She said... She
Christopher strode forward and forcefully pulled back the curtains, revealing nothing but a vast, flat expanse below the high-rise building.Suddenly, a faint cough came from behind.His brows furrowed; he turned and headed toward the direction of the bathroom. Opening the door, he found Talia submerged in a bathtub filled with water.There she was, wearing a simple white dress, her long hair wet and draped over her shoulders. She looked fragile, as delicate as a lily swaying in the wind.However, the sight of red in the bathtub was even more shocking than the sea of white around her. There was a deep scar on her wrist.Her eyes were tightly shut, as if she wasn't breathing.Even though Christopher didn't want to see her, his pupils dilated at that moment."Talia!"With a furrowed brow, he hurriedly lifted her out of the water."Cough..." Talia, who had been waiting for him for what felt like an eternity, finally saw the person she longed to meet. She was overjoyed. Thank go
Christopher's brows furrowed, and he immediately replied, "No."His rejection was a cold, hard ice striking Talia's heart, shattering her hopes into pieces.Her face was filled with sorrow. "Why? I just wanted to be by your side! Is that too much to ask?" In a matter of seconds, Christopher made a quick judgment. He lowered his gaze to look at her, devoid of any personal emotions. He delivered a calm, analytical response. "The incident at the wedding has caused a citywide sensation. A secretary represents the company's image. At this critical juncture, representing the company at various events is simply impossible."The unspoken message was clear; her actions had brought disgrace, and the Boltons wouldn’t bear the consequences.Hearing this, Talia’s face turned pale. "Can't I at least have a nominal position? I won't go to the company. I only need the title of a secretary! Chris, I have nothing left. My parents don't acknowledge me, and I've lost my job and career. I really ne