294 Darwin met her gaze with an amused twinkle in his eye. The puzzle pieces clicked into place, but Celia's mind still resisted the revelation. How could it be possible? The man she had dismissed as insignificant, the one she had labeled as a "poor bastard," was the owner of this luxurious automob
295 As Darwin smoothly navigated through the streets, whispers and speculations followed him. "He never mentioned any of this," Angela muttered to herself, recalling his modesty and the genuine concern he had shown her during tough times. Her heart wavered between admiration and confusion. Meanwh
296 As he contemplated his next move, Darwin decided to call Elliot, the director of Grand Mountain View. He dialed Elliot's number, and to his surprise, Elliot picked up at the first ring. "Hey, young Master! How's it going?" Elliot's voice came through energetically. Darwin greeted him back wi
297 There was a moment of silence on the other end. Then, Elliot responded, clearly taken aback, "Young master, you don't have to do that. I can't accept it." "But I want to," Darwin insisted. "Not as the boss, but as a normal customer. I want to experience the place I've heard so much about from
298 The redhead leaned in slightly, her tone playful yet suggestive. "You didn't even say goodbye properly," she teased, a mischievous twinkle in her eye. Embarrassment flooded through Darwin, his discomfort palpable. "I... I apologize for that," he managed to mumble, desperately searching for an
299 Mr. Pierce, too, was taken aback to see Darwin sitting at the table, his eyes widening in astonishment. He had not expected this encounter, not in such a setting. His carefully composed demeanor faltered for a split second before he regained his composure, his mind racing to recalibrate the sit
300 Edward stammered, trying to regain his composure. "I... I'm sorry, Dar... Mr. Wettin. I didn't realize..." Darwin regarded him coolly for a moment before inclining his head ever so slightly. "Apology accepted, Mr. Pierce." He waved a dismissive hand, his expression still composed but firm. As
301 Darwin laughed bitterly. "You have the audacity to ask me that, Pierce? After all you've done?" Edward bit back an angry retort, keeping his tone even. "As I've said, those were misunderstandings. All I'm asking for is a clean slate." "A clean slate?" Darwin's eyes glittered with derision. "