Edward was now in a tricky situation, trying to explain Eva's presence to Adele without revealing too much. He said, "She's... um, a colleague. We're working on a project together. That's all."Adele's eyes narrowed as she processed Edward's explanation. "A colleague? Working on a project? At this hour? Edward, you can't expect me to believe that so easily. What kind of project is this?"Edward was acutely aware of Adele's growing suspicion, and he chose his words carefully. "It's a confidential project, and it involves some sensitive information. I promise I'll explain everything to you soon, but for now, I need your trust, okay?"She still seemed unconvinced but decided not to press further for the time being. "Alright, I'll trust you on this. Just don't forget our plans for the weekend, okay?"Edward nodded, relieved that Adele didn't dig deeper into the matter. "I won't forget, I promise."As the conversation with Adele came to an end, Edward returned to the dining table, where Ev
Eva was initially taken aback by Robert's revelation, but then a sense of relief washed over her. To her, it didn't matter how many girlfriends Edward had. The crucial point was that he wasn't married. She couldn't help but chuckle at Robert's accidental disclosure. "Well, that's good to know. Thank you, Robert. You've been very helpful."Robert, realizing he had shared more than he intended, blushed slightly. "My apologies, Miss Eva. I'll go and wake up Boss now."With that, Robert quickly excused himself and headed to Edward's room. He wondered how Edward would react when he found out about their conversation.Edward, still half-asleep, listened to Robert's report about Eva's request to go shopping and make a salon appointment. Although he was hesitant about Eva leaving the house, he recognized the importance of her preparations for the mission.So, Edward instructed Robert to summon the city of Grey's finest makeup and styling team, ensuring Eva would have the best beauty experts
Edward didn't stop there, though. He continued to express his appreciation for Eva's presence and appearance. "But seriously, you've left me quite speechless right now."He did not go overboard with his words.Her long blonde hair flowed down her slender neck like strands of liquid gold, and her nose, perfectly sculpted, gave her an air of elegance. Yet, it was her eyes that held him captive – deep, mesmerizing pools of blue that seemed to hold the secrets of the universe.Plus, Eva's simple yet captivating gown accentuated her every curve, showcasing a figure that could rival any work of art. As Edward continued to gaze at her, he couldn't help but think that she was a vision of perfection.Eva blushed even deeper, her heart racing at Edward's words. It was as if the world around them had faded, leaving only the two of them in that moment.However, she softly replied, "As much as your words warm my heart, please don't praise me too much. I wouldn't want to misinterpret your intention
The sudden confrontation caught the attention of nearby guests, and a hushed silence fell over the area as they observed the unfolding drama. Eva clearly displeased with Sam's possessiveness and forceful behavior. With a swift motion, she pushed Sam's hand off Edward's shoulder and glared at him, her voice laced with anger. "What do you think you're doing, Sam?"Sam, though momentarily caught off guard, stayed composed. He gave Edward a measured look before replying, "I just want to know who this man is, Eva. We haven't seen each other in a while, but now you show up with a stranger."Eva's eyes narrowed as she responded firmly, "Whoever he is, it's none of your business. You have no right to manhandle him like that."Edward, though a bit surprised by the sudden turn of events, remained composed. He placed a calming hand on Eva's arm and said in a low tone, "It's okay. Let's not make a scene. We're here to enjoy the event, remember?"Eva, still upset but realizing that making a scene
Eva took a moment to introduce Edward, her voice clear and confident. "Governor Rayburn and everyone, I'd like you to meet Edward, the sole owner of Titan Energy."The moment those words left her lips, a ripple of astonishment coursed through the room. Whispers spread like wildfire, and all eyes turned towards Edward. Among those taken aback was Sam, who was seated not far from Governor Simon Rayburn. Sam abruptly stood up, his disbelief evident. He knew full well that Mr. Robert, the CEO and owner of Titan Energy, held that prestigious position.In a voice dripping with sarcasm, Sam exclaimed, "Is that so? Titan Energy's owner, you say? Because the last time I checked, Mr. Robert was the CEO and owner. Eva, please, do not trust his words or any man like him. He's surely a fraud, and he must have approached you with bad intentions."Eva's eyes flickered with a mix of anger and a desire to retort, especially considering her disdain for Sam's behavior. She was on the verge of respondin
Governor Simon faltered in his words, realizing that Edward was, in fact, the owner of Titan Energy. While it might not wield the same level of power as Petrocorp, Titan Energy still held significant influence, particularly with Edward having the president's secretary by his side.Simon had no idea how to persuade him to let go of Sam, but he tried to appeal to Edward’s sense of reason and respect. "Mr. Edward, I understand that you are upset by Sam’s behavior, but please don’t make things worse. You are a guest in my home, and I respect you as a business partner and a friend of the president. Please show some mercy and release him."Edward looked at Simon with a hint of contempt. He was not impressed by Simon’s plea, nor did he care about his relationship with him. To him, he had only come to the party as a favor to Eva, who had asked him to accompany her.He said, "Governor, I appreciate your hospitality, but I don’t appreciate your interference. This is between me and Sam. He has i
"But..." Simon’s heart pounded in his chest as he saw Edward’s hand tighten around Sam's arm, pressing him against the table."Edward," Sam warned, his voice low and dangerous. "You’re crossing a line."Edward merely smirked, his grip on Sam’s arm unyielding. "And what are you going to do about it?"Sam swallowed hard, his mind racing as he tried to think of a way out of this situation. He knew he couldn’t physically overpower Edward, but he wasn’t about to let Edward intimidate him."You don’t want to do this," Sam said, trying to keep his voice steady. "You don’t want to make an enemy out of me."Edward laughed, a harsh sound that echoed around the room. "And why is that? Are you going to send your goons after me?""No,: Sam replied, his gaze never leaving Edward’s. "I’m going to ruin you!"The room fell silent at Sam’s words. Everyone was watching them now, their eyes wide with shock and anticipation. They were waiting to see what would happen next, waiting to see if Edward would b
Exactly 15 minutes later, Albert Miller arrived, followed by a dozen burly individuals, all armed. Albert, who was perceptive, could sense that his son was in trouble; otherwise, Governor Simon wouldn't have sounded so alarmed.Albert Miller entered the room with swift and determined strides. He spotted his son, Sam, standing in a corner with a pale face. He also noticed a young man seated casually in a chair, a sardonic smile playing on his lips. Furthermore, he saw Eva, standing beside the young man, wearing an expression of concern and confusion."Sam!" Albert Miller exclaimed, rushing toward his son. "Are you okay?"Sam ran to his father and embraced him tightly. "Dad, I'm so glad you're here. I was really scared."Albert Miller gently stroked his son's hair, then turned his piercing gaze toward Edward. "Who is he?"Sam looked at his father with teary eyes. “That’s him, Dad,” he said, pointing towards Edward. "That’s Edward, the owner of Titan Energy. He dared to humiliate me in p