41 Ray could hardly believe what he was hearing. Leslie’s words echoed in his mind, each syllable piercing through his disbelief like a knife. He watched her carefully, searching for any hint of deception, but her expression remained steadfast, her eyes unwavering. "Wait, what do you mean you got

43 As Leslie stood there, her anger boiling beneath the surface, she watched as her family showered Ray with praise and adulation. Lord Werner's smile seemed to grow wider with every word of praise he bestowed upon his favored grandson. "Ray, my boy," Lord Werner exclaimed, his voice filled with p

45 The next day, Leslie arrived alone at the grand hotel, its opulent facade gleaming in the morning sun. The sign above the entrance read "The Grand Regency Hotel,". She didn't want to bother Darius by asking him to come with her at the conference. She hesitated for a moment, taking in the impos

47 Darius's expression remained calm and composed as he faced Ray, his eyes steady and unwavering. "That's none of your concern, Ray," he replied coolly, his voice tinged with authority. Ray's fists clenched at his sides as he glared at Darius, his chest heaving with exertion. "You have no right t

49 The guard took the invitations from Darius with a nod of thanks before turning his attention to Leslie, his eyes scrutinizing her carefully. "And you, miss?" he asked, Leslie's hands trembled slightly as she reluctantly retrieved her invitation from her purse. "This is ridiculous," she muttere