“Really? But if she has family problems, why didn’t she tell me? At least we could help solve her problems, right?” Christian asked himself.However, Mey answered the question, “Maybe Elvira doesn’t want to trouble us, Mr. Demetri. That’s why she didn’t discuss this with us. Elvira just mentioned having family issues, and I suggested she go home immediately to resolve them.”“But why do I feel like the problem Elvira is facing isn’t a family issue? I feel she has another problem, maybe even more serious,” Christian said, growing increasingly anxious.“Why does Mr. Demetri’s thinking match exactly with Valerio’s?” Mey thought, staring intently at Christian because she found his thoughts strange.Christian no longer paid attention to Mey standing in front of him. He immediately took his phone from his pants pocket. Christian fiddled with the phone already in his hand, searching for Elvira’s contact saved in it. Then, he tried to call Elvira after finding her contact.“Tsk! Why doesn’t s

“I’m sorry, Christian. I didn’t mean to leave like that without telling you. I just didn’t want to involve you. I felt I could handle this problem on my own,” Elvira replied, feeling guilty and fearful of Christian at the same time. She bowed her head.“What problem, Elvira? Why didn’t you say you had a problem?” Christian asked. “Don’t tell me it’s about your family. I won’t easily believe that, Elvira. I know you, it’s not like you to just leave headquarters because of a family problem.” Once again, Christian expressed his disbelief that Elvira had a problem with her family. He felt this was related to the video and their own issues.“You’re right, Christian. It’s not about my family, but about Tavares,” Elvira replied honestly, hoping Christian would understand why she had acted alone without telling him.“Tavares? What problem do you have with Tavares? Are you involved with that man, Elvira?” Christian asked, not understanding the core issue. He had only briefly heard the name Tav

“Eh, eh, eh, please don’t. I didn’t mean to meet Elvira without asking for your permission first, Mr. Demetri. Besides, I really didn’t know it should be like that,” Tavares said nervously, fearing Altus might punch him. He was afraid that if Christian acted, his face would be ruined, or worse, he could lose his life.“Damn it! I have to humble myself before Christian to avoid getting punched by the guy who came with him,” Tavares grumbled to himself.“Now you see, afraid after all. That’s why you shouldn’t act tough, only brave with women. Typical dirty man!” Elvira seethed inwardly.Meanwhile, Christian, Darrell, and Altus continued to gaze intensely at Tavares and his two friends. This made the three men appear frightened despite their efforts to hide it. But it was no surprise to Christian that these men were just cowards who only dared to confront women.“Sir, Mr. Demetri. I apologize, I truly didn’t know about such a rule,” Tavares continued nervously as he spoke. He kept his he

“Really? I’m sorry, Mr. Demetri, I don’t mean to meddle in your affairs. But it seems like there’s something urgent between the two of you.” Again, Darrell asked to confirm his suspicion. He wanted to hear directly from Mr. Demetri’s mouth what was really going on, not from someone else.“Hmm. There’s no significant issue. Just a personal matter between me and Tavares. And we’ve already resolved it. Don’t worry, Darrell. You don’t need to be concerned about me. Everything’s fine,” Christian reassured with a glance directed at Darrell, merely trying to convince the man to believe his words.Darrell finally nodded, trying to understand, after a brief silence. Then, he turned around and walked back towards Altus, who had been standing with him guarding the entrance to the VIP restaurant.“I’m sure Mr. Demetri is hiding something. But what could it be?” Darrell wondered to himself. “It was clear from their expressions earlier that there’s tension between Mr. Demetri and Tavares. But what

Christian silently agreed with Elvira’s words. He thought, ‘I should just enjoy Elvira’s body to the fullest. Rather than just being heated up and feeling like my head might explode from holding back my desires.’’“What is Mr. Demetri thinking? Why is he so silent? Is he angry with me?” Elvira wondered. She was confused why Christian suddenly went quiet.Christian’s silence puzzled Elvira. She feared he might be angry with her because of her earlier words. But Christian, contrary to Elvira’s thoughts, was not angry; he was actually agreeing with her statement.“Mr. Demetri,” Elvira called out, but there was no response. She wanted to call out again, but hesitated not to disturb him.It seemed Christian was lost in his thoughts. Elvira’s calls went unheard. Several minutes later, Elvira tried to snap Christian out of his reverie.“Mr. Demetri!” Elvira called out, raising her voice slightly and leaning forward.“Yes, Elvira, what is it?” Christian asked, causing Elvira to feel slightly