Chapter 15 “What do you mean, no wedding?” Gavin stammered, caught completely off guard. His hand, still reaching out to take hers. froze in midair. The lounge was quiet, a sharp contrast to the sounds of the staff bustling outside the door. It felt like that single door was separating two different worlds. Cecilia’s gaze … Read more
Chapter 14 Jewelry Exhibition was set up in a hotel. Cecilia arrived in a white dress, her makeup perfectly done. Even though her last day was yesterday, she still showed up early backstage, helping make sure everything ran smoothly. Before the event kicked off, the invited designers started arriving. Jacqueline walked in wearing a deep … Read more
Chapter 13 “Mind if I ask why?” Cecilia hadn’t expected this to be Simon’s idea of payment. Simon took a slow breath, his eyes serious. “I like the vitality in your piece. And with time, that second piece will only be worth more. I know what I’m doing.” He held Cecilia’s eyes. “Are you going … Read more
Chapter 12 Gavin had his arm around Stella, looking completely unapologetic about holding onto another woman while Cecilia stood. before him. Cecilia’s injured arm hung at her side, the pain and numbness concealed under the silk sleeve of her blouse. Her face, however, gave nothing away. She met Gavin’s superior look head–on and held out … Read more
Chapter 11 Chapter 11 When the VIP elevator got stuck, Cecilia’s first move was to glance at her watch. “This is going to make me late for signing the document.‘ she thought. 94% – 回 X +15 Meanwhile, Stella was totally panicking and started frantically banging on the elevator doors. “Ah! I don’t wanna be … Read more
Chapter 10 完94%日 X Xavier’s sharp tone cut through the air, but Cecilia kept her voice steady. “Yes, I received the message,” she answered calmly, meeting his gaze without flinching. The tension between them was palpable, yet she refused to be rattled. Xavier “Then why aren’t you at the hospital?” Xavier clearly couldn’t understand her … Read more
Chapter 9 “Ms. Jordan, it’s been a while.” Simon wore his usual black suit with a white shirt, the tie completing his polished look. His natural poise made him stand out in the café, drawing glances from other customers. “Mr. Quinn, what a surprise seeing you here.” Cecilia’s eyes widened slightly as she took in … Read more
Chapter 8 “Can’t have it both ways, Mr. Foster.” Neil didn’t even blink at Gavin’s threat, his smile sharp. “You brought in a new secretary, you moved on. If you and Ms. Jordan are truly done, you don’t get to decide who asks her out.” “Done? Who said that?” Gavin’s expression darkened. He hadn’t anticipated … Read more
Chapter 7 Gavin’s breath caught. He was blocked and ignored. “This is all an act, he told himself. ‘She’s rushing off because she knows I’ll see right through her. There was no way she really meant breakup.‘ ‘We’ve never had a real fight. She didn’t cry, didn’t make a scene. This isn’t how someone acts … Read more
Chapter 6 – 0 X +15) Gavin had been up all night with stomach pains, leaving him looking rough. When housekeeper Betty Linsay brought in fresh croissants, saying “Breakfast is ready, sir,” he forced himself to take a bite. He didn’t get to eat the croissants last night when he wanted them most, and now … Read more