It had been over six hours since Katrina's intense gaze managed to intrude into Harry's mind. He sat in a chair in his room, staring intently at the mirror, trying to make sense of the events that had unfolded. Pietro and Stanley had assisted him into the car and drove him back home. They had then helped him to bed, and most of them had stayed, waiting for him to wake up, eventually succumbing to sleep in the living room. Now he was awake, but he still couldn't comprehend what had occurred. He had no idea that Katrina possessed the ability to manipulate minds through her penetrating gaze. Her eyes had the power to delve beyond the mere surface and influence others. However, in Harry's case, her attempt clashed with his Quantum Restoration energy, which vehemently resisted her intrusion. The clash had taken a toll on Harry's delicate body, as the collision of the two energies proved overwhelming.His mind was filled with a whirlwind of thoughts as he continued to stare at his reflectio
"Hope you had an amazing night, just like I did," Katrina exclaimed, dropping her bag onto one of the chairs, with her PA standing by her side."Place your bag over there," she gestured to the adjacent couch. As she entered the company, everyone's faces lit up with smiles. After yesterday's treat of ice cream and popcorn, they couldn't help but be enamored by her personality. It was a pleasant surprise for the staff, who had preconceived notions of celebrity models being rude and arrogant. Katrina shattered those expectations, and it only made them adore her even more. She strolled through the office, waving her hand as she exchanged greetings with everyone.The door swung open abruptly, and Samantha stood at the entrance, just about to enter. As her eyes met Katrina's, she coughed loudly and clutched her chest, taken aback by her presence. But as Katrina approached, Samantha couldn't help but gasp, completely captivated by her beauty. Now she understood why Stanley was putting in so
Samantha's eyes widened momentarily in shock as she stood there, feeling not only embarrassed but also dumbfounded by Stanley's disrespectful words. She raised an eyebrow, attempting to conceal her clenched fists and resisting the urge to say another word. It felt as if he was under the influence of drugs or alcohol, but she quickly dismissed that thought. "But he doesn't smell like it," she muttered to herself before walking away from both of them, tossing the memo onto his body. As she walked away, she couldn't hide her disgust and disappointment with Stanley. In just a matter of minutes, he had transformed into someone unrecognizable, and it deeply bothered Samantha. She watched as they exchanged triumphant smiles, seemingly rejoicing in humiliating her. Unable to bear it any longer, she grabbed her bag and walked out of the company. All eyes were on her, but she remained silent and walked away, not caring if it would be Stanley who drove her home.As Samantha walked away, Katrina
AT HARRY'S MANSION 7:22PM.After listening to Samantha recount her side of the story, Harry couldn't fully comprehend what had motivated Stanley to act in such a way. However, he chose to withhold his comments until he heard Stanley's perspective directly from him. He wanted to get it straight from the source. Harry sat with Scarlet, Jade, and Pietro, all equally stunned by Samantha's revelations. Harry wasn't completely taken aback since he had already heard similar accounts from Bruce. Once Samantha left and Stanley took Katrina out for dinner, Bruce wasted no time in calling Harry and providing him with all the details of what had transpired throughout the day. But what puzzled Harry was how Katrina managed to drive a wedge between Stanley and Samantha, who had always seemed unbreakable. He leaned back, meeting Samantha's gaze, and asked, "You mentioned feeling a certain negative energy at first glance. Can you elaborate?”"Yes, sir!" Samantha nodded. "It made me feel dizzy, and my
Harry couldn't tear his eyes away from the bracelet. It appeared to be a blend of ancient artifact and modernized diamond jewelry. He continued to stare at it, spinning it around anxiously in his hands."So, she really is a manipulator?" Scarlet asked, her gaze fixed on Harry. He had provided them with all the necessary details and the shocking revelation had left everyone stunned, with some still doubting the existence of such manipulation. Samantha narrowed her eyes at where Stanley was seated, clenching her teeth. Despite Harry making him apologize for his wrongdoings, she couldn't bring herself to forgive him. Looking at him, she felt the urge to march over, grab his beard, and yank it forcefully."So what do we do?" Pietro asked, leaning in with anticipation. Harry took a deep breath, contemplating the best course of action. The situation was complex; Katrina was a crucial asset for the upcoming fashion week and his official design launch. Simply chasing her away would be a form
Pietro quickly averted his gaze, pretending not to have seen her, while Scarlet and Jade forged ahead. They hadn't encountered her before, so they passed by without exchanging a word, but their necks involuntarily craned back as they were struck by her striking beauty. Jade's mind swirled with thoughts that she might be a model, but she pushed those ideas aside and continued walking with Scarlet and Pietro, who were making a beeline for Bruce's office."Good morning, Mr. Pietro. Miss Scarlet," Bruce greeted warmly. Then, as his eyes landed on Jade, he exclaimed, "Good morning, Miss Jade!" He quickly ushered them to their seats, using animated hand gestures to guide them."Where's today's memo?" Pietro inquired, and without hesitation, Bruce swiftly handed it over. He was relieved that Harry had sent someone like Pietro, who wouldn't tolerate any of Katrina's excesses. If it had been Bruce himself, he knew she wouldn't listen to his instructions and would simply do as she pleased. Howev
Harry sat on the veranda of his house, feeling lost and troubled. He stared at the glass table in front of him, deep in thought. He reached for his wine glass, taking a small sip to ease his mind. He couldn't stop thinking about Katrina and the problems she was causing. With only two days left before the launch, her actions were creating more harm than good. To make matters worse, she would be staying for another seven days during fashion week, further complicating things. Harry had tried to keep his distance from her, but she was stirring up trouble among his staff, causing them to turn against each other. It was disheartening for Harry, as he valued a harmonious work environment. He rubbed his eyes tiredly, trying to stay awake and figure out how to handle the situation. However, no matter how hard he thought, he couldn't come up with a solution that felt right. The sleepless night stretched on, leaving Harry feeling frustrated and uncertain.Harry stood up from the chair with a dee
Pietro accelerated, determined to catch up with the other cars on the road. However, his determination was matched by his concerns."Young master, what do you plan to do about that woman? She's like a witch! She's sowing discord among your staff, and once she's done with Bruce, it'll only get worse," Pietro expressed, his worry evident in his voice.Before Pietro could finish, Harry abruptly interrupted him. "Pietro, I will handle it. In fact, I've already taken steps to address the situation. Please, just focus on the road, for heaven's sake!"Pietro swallowed hard, feeling defeated. He understood that Harry was under immense stress, given the upcoming launch and other critical cases that demanded his attention. The weight of it all, combined with Katrina's manipulative tactics, was taking its toll. What Pietro couldn't comprehend was the motive behind her actions. Was it merely her way of life, or did she have a more sinister agenda?Harry's eyes caught sight of a large mall along t