As Caleb looked at a pile of documents in front of him, he was actually thinking about her softness and sweetness from the previous night.He did not even realize he was holding the documents upside down.Sebastian did not inform him, and after a while, Caleb asked, "If a woman doesn’t resist being intimate with you, does that mean she at least has some feelings for you?"Sebastian had never been in romantic relationships and was always busy with work. He was not entirely sure about this."It could also be because... the man is good in bed. Recent studies show that 80% of women are not satisfied in bed."Sebastian found some data and placed it in front of Caleb.Their discussion on the matter was straightforward and devoid of any other implications, leaving Caleb momentarily at a loss for words.He pushed the document away and looked at his computer.The screen displayed current trending topics, all criticizing Astral Motion Pictures now that several of their executives were em
When Penny left Kensington Gardens, the driver from there personally took her to her company.Her mind was still pondering over Caleb's words, making her ears feel tingly.However, remembering Khloe's presence sobered her up quite a bit.If she really went to him, would that count as an affair?Initially, when Caleb did not know her identity, their relationship could be considered an affair in some sense. Now, it seemed he might have someone he was seeing, yet he rekindled their relationship.Their relationship had always been like this, only describable with such unpleasant terms.He was unwilling to give her a status, preferring to keep their relationship quiet and hidden.Lowering her eyelashes, she felt the ache was not in her body, but in her heart.It felt like something was gripping it tightly, and it hurt even to breathe.Upon returning to S.M., Winona was already waiting for her. She immediately hugged Penny upon seeing her."Ms. Sullivan, are you alright?"Penny no
Penny asked Winona to leave the room and then called Zach in.Zach was dressed very fashionably that day, likely having just finished a magazine shoot. Even his makeup was still on."Ms. Sullivan, I heard from Mr. Cole that you're injured. How are you feeling?""It's nothing serious."Being tall, Zach could easily see the marks under her collar. They were partly hidden yet evident, showing how intense her time with that man had been.His fingers twitched slightly, and a wave of discontent passed through him.Leaving such marks in such a spot, what was Caleb trying to declare?Ms. Sullivan was not someone he could possess alone, nor was she for anyone else to monopolize.Unaware of Zach's emotions, Penny looked up and asked him with a smile, "Was there any issue during the shoot? I remember you recently joined a new drama production, right?""No, everyone is getting along well. The reputation of S.M. is good now, and the director has been treating me well.""That's good. The c
After Zach left, Penny focused intently on the files on her computerHowever, the lingering sensations in her body distracted her until she had to force herself to concentrate on an upcoming meeting with the executives.The meeting lasted three hours, taking up most of the afternoon.She received news from Liam that Sam had been hospitalized and would need several months to recover."Everyone is saying that Caleb fought with him. The Fergersons and the Baileys don't usually cross paths in business. It was because of you, wasn't it?""Yes," Penny replied."Things have already escalated this far, but the two of you are still not together?! What the hell! Why are you two so stubborn?!"Penny opened her mouth to ask something, but she quickly stopped herself.Liam continued, "If he doesn't like you, why go to the trouble of offending Sam Bailey, that rabid dog? You don't know how many people in the circle are scared of Sam. "Those from the Baileys who looked down on him in the pa
Khloe threw a cup from the table, smashing it to pieces on the floor.Realizing she was genuinely angry, a smirk curled on Florence's lips."Ms. Strauss, you might not know this, but Penny has ensnared many men. Her beauty and boldness make most men willing to fall for her. Even if Caleb marries you, he'll definitely take the bait if Penny were to lower her dignity to seduce him."Khloe closed her eyes, and her tone was indifferent when she spoke."I'll use the Strausses' influence to keep you and your cronies out of jail. But Astral Motion’s share prices can't be saved. Penny has already made a public statement, and the authorities will surely investigate. "You have two choices—jail or pay a substantial amount to secure your freedom. Choose.""Ms. Strauss, I choose freedom, the second option!"Khloe sneered, watching as Wind quietly swept up the broken pieces. A smile was playing on her lips."Ms. Turner, you may leave. But remember, I'm not saving you for nothing. You must c
After leaving Khloe's residence, Florence got into her own car.As she held onto the steering wheel, she was well aware that she had to cause significant trouble for Penny next!Only then would Khloe let her go. Otherwise, Khloe's retaliation would be far more terrifying than prison.Her thoughts immediately turned to Jeanie.With Sam lying in the hospital, the guards at Jeanie's place were likely less strict. Florence decided she needed to get Jeanie out.Jeanie had been disfigured and confined for so long. One could only imagine the resentment in her heart.A smirk formed on Florence's lips as she headed to the Baileys' residence.Her excuse to the guards at the door was simple."I had a word with Mr. Bailey beforehand. I’m just here to visit Ms. Bailey and bring her a gift. It was personally selected by Mr. Bailey."Ever since Jeanie had been confined, Sam had not sent any gifts.The guards recognized Florence, who had previously sought out Sam by the river.Without suspi
Then Liam looked at Penny with a sly smile and spoke in a casual tone."You know, when I used to drink with these guys, my cousin never liked answering my calls. He'd just hang up. Recently, because of the issues with the Fergersons, he's been answering my calls. But he definitely wouldn't show up here. I bet in less than a minute, he'll call again."As soon as he finished speaking, his phone rang. It was indeed Caleb calling.Liam did not answer but playfully nudged Penny's shoulder with his own."See, he never calls me first. He's really anxious this time."Liam declined the call in front of Penny.Just a few seconds later, Caleb called once more.Just as Liam had said, Caleb was indeed very anxious.Liam kept hanging up, and this time, Caleb tried to video call him.Liam's glass nearly dropped to the floor. He knew his cousin was anxious, but he did not expect him to be this desperate.He could not believe there would come a time when Caleb would video call him in his life
Penny hugged Caleb's waist from behind, her forehead resting against his back as she stood a head shorter than him.She just held him like that without saying a word.Caleb looked down at the hands wrapped around his waist and placed his hand over hers. Feeling the softness of her fingertips, he realized this was not a dream."Are you drunk?" The powerful after-effects of the drink must have affected her. She must be drunk.Penny hugged him even tighter.For a moment, Caleb felt as if the surrounding chaos had vanished, leaving only the sound of their heartbeats.He lowered his eyelashes, turned around, and pressed her firmly against the wall.Before Penny could react, he kissed her.His palm grasped her fingers, placing them on the buttons of his suit as he kissed her while walking toward the elevator.The elevator was empty. Caleb had a room on the top floor of Sky Lounge, where they had been before.If he were not worried about the elevator camera capturing Penny, he wou