Chapter 344
Chapter 344:
Something about him today seemed slightly different. Holding his gaze for a lingering heartbeat, Kailey finally relaxed and allowed her small gloved hand to rest within his, letting him guide her forward.
“When is Dad getting here?” Kyson asked casually.
Irene had been quietly admiring the couple and was caught off guard by the question. “You two really are a perfect match—I mean, his flight gets in this evening. Let’s just stick to our schedule. There’s no need to fuss over him p>
Bruno was already waiting behind the wheel at the airport parking area. After greeting them, he deftly lifted the suitcases and secured them in the trunk.
During the drive, Kailey and Irene spoke in low voices while Bruno updated Kyson on the latest matters at work.
“The project was technically launched, but Owen Group only sent over a single project manager. He doesn’t have the authority to finalize anything and keeps insisting he needs signatures from his superior before moving forward.” Because of that endless stalling, the entire project had remained frozen.
Without revealing even a hint of emotion, Kyson asked, “Who is his superior p>
After a brief hesitation, Bruno answered carefully, “It might be Mr. Owen himself p>
A low, icy chuckle slipped from Kyson’s lips, yet he offered no immediate reply. Ryan had been staying in Aslesall lately. How could he possibly spare attention for a project in Jucridge?
Silence stretched before Kyson finally spoke again, his tone deceptively relaxed. “Business stays business, and private ties stay private. Even if we maintain a friendly rapport with Mr. Owen, that goodwill doesn’t grant him the right to slow the project. If he is unavailable, approach the other shareholders in his firm. Should they agree, we proceed. If they refuse, someone else will inevitably step in and take the opportunity p>
Poр𝗎l𝗮r 𝗌𝘁о𝗋i𝖾𝗌 𝗈𝗻 ѕ.co𝘮
Bruno’s eyes flicked up to the rearview mirror on instinct. In the back seat, Kailey sat composed and still, her expression unreadable, as though the discussion had nothing to do with her at all. He quickly looked away and gave a brief nod. “Understood p>
Every word of the exchange had reached Kailey’s ears, and she grasped its meaning without difficulty. Yet she simply couldn’t make sense of why Ryan insisted on behaving this way. He had always been the sort of man who drew a clear line between business obligations and private emotions.
Their car eventually rolled into the Blake estate. Bruno had already arranged for dinner to be delivered from a nearby restaurant, and once the meal ended, Irene knelt beside her open suitcase, lifting one outfit after another with quiet indecision.
“Does this look formal enough? No, this won’t work. Is this too rigid?” she murmured.
From the side, Kailey observed Irene’s sincere fluster with a quiet smile tugging at her lips, both entertained by the fuss and touched by her effort. “Irene, something simple will be perfect. The Owens are really easygoing p>
At last, Irene released a slow breath and chose a modest lavender-and-white dress, convincing herself it would be perfectly appropriate.
“When exactly should we head over?” she asked.