Chapter 357 Alexander stared at the ceiling, his thoughts a chaotic mix of desire and restraint. Sharing a bed with Rain was becoming increasingly challenging, especially with how effortlessly she drew his attention. Last night, he’d struggled just the same, ultimately waiting for her to fall asleep before sneaking back
Chapter 356 Rain opened her mouth to protest, but his intense gaze froze her words. His eyes traveled over her, lingering on the elegant gown that hugged her curves, accentuating her figure. Her cheeks flushed under his scrutiny. Alexander’s frown deepened as his gaze settled on her neckline. “I don’t
Chapter 355 The crowd parted like the sea as Alexander and Rain stepped onto the dance floor, seamlessly blending with the other couples. The soft, intimate melody filled the air, and Alexander pulled her close, his hand resting firmly on her waist, guiding her with practiced ease. Rain’s heartbeat quickened
Chapter 354 Rain froze for a fraction of a second, masking her reaction with a calm smile. She met Ana’s gaze steadily, though she could feel the subtle hush falling over the nearby colleagues as they strained to catch her answer. “Where did you hear such a thing, Ana?” Rain’s
Chapter 353 Rain arrived at the dinner party just in time, and as Zaldy had predicted, all eyes were on her. The moment she stepped into the room, her elegance and the stunning gown she wore captured everyone’s attention. She held her head high, exuding confidence, but the whispers around
Chapter 352 Carla was in a good mood so instead of going straight home, she treated Renzo and Maria to dinner and drinks at a private bar owned by one of her friends. They had their own secluded room for privacy. “Your interview is the trending topic right now, but
Chapter 351 That evening, the prosecution office was abuzz with excitement as employees prepared for the annual dinner party. Jane, ever the optimist, lingered by Rain’s desk, her expression had a mix of concern and anticipation. “Are you sure you’re going to attend tonight, Prosecutor Lancaster?” Jane asked, clutching her
Chapter 350 At Lancaster Group Building Alexander stood in his office, his gaze fixed on the bulletin board where his legal team had outlined their strategy against anyone spreading malicious rumors about him and Rain. He scanned the details, his lips curling into a satisfied smirk. “Let’s see if anyone
Chapter 349 At Elysium Biotech Institute In House Wing Morning came, but Clifford hadn’t slept much, despite Ivan’s reassurances that fainting was a normal side effect of the medication Kelly was taking. The previous night had been perfect, they’d just finished dinner and spent time admiring the stars when Kelly
Chapter 348 Alexander nervously gulped, his mind racing. Did she already find out about the mess Carla had caused? Rain looked so sad and disheartened that he found himself at a loss for words, unsure how to approach her. “I’m sorry about what happened today,” he finally muttered, his voice
Chapter 347 At Lancaster Ancestral Mansion “What are you planning to do about it?” William asked Alexander as the two sat at the bar after dinner, their drinks untouched as they discussed both company matters and the brewing scandal. “I’ll talk to Eric about it first,” Alexander replied with a
Chapter 346 Her words hung in the air like an unspoken storm, and Clifford felt his chest tighten. He struggled to find the right words, anything that could ease the burden she seemed to carry. “Kelly His voice cracked slightly as he pulled back just enough to meet her tearful
Chapter 345 Clifford watched as Kelly confidently slipped off her dress, revealing a cute pink one-piece swimsuit that suited her perfectly. Without hesitation, she sprinted toward the water, her excitement palpable. When she realized he wasn’t following, she stopped abruptly, turning back to him with a playful frown. “Come on!
Chapter 344 At Elysium Biotech Institute Clifford couldn’t believe how he was acting like a teenager. He had just asked Kelly out on a date and even asked permission from her mother and Ivan to take her out. Not that he was planning to take her anywhere far; he just
Chapter 343 As they walked out of sight, William let out an exaggerated sigh, shaking his head. “Poor Carla. Wrong day, wrong timing, wrong everything p> Carla shot him a glare, but William only grinned wider. “Lunch is on the staff. You’re a hero today,” he added with a wink,
Chapter 342 Rain was on her way to lunch with her team, heading to a restaurant just a minute’s walk from Alexander’s building, when her phone rang. Seeing William’s name flash on the screen, she quickly answered. “Sis, Carla is here!” William’s urgent voice nearly made her freeze mid-step. “She
Chapter 341 At Lancaster Group Building The moment Alexander stepped into his office, he instantly noticed the changes. His eyes landed first on a painting hanging prominently on the wall. It wasn’t exactly a masterpiece, it looked more like an amateur’s attempt at capturing something meaningful. “Boss, that’s your greatest
Chapter 340 Rain blinked in surprise as Alexander walked into the dining room dressed in his usual work suit. She knew he was recovering quickly, but she had hoped he’d take more time to rest. “Are you going to work already?” she asked directly, concern lacing her tone. “Yes,” Alexander
Chapter 339 Rain woke up at dawn, her lips curling into a soft smile as she felt Alexander’s warmth beside her. His arm was wrapped securely around her, holding her close. She glanced at their position and frowned slightly, wondering if he was uncomfortable. Carefully, she shifted, slipping away from
Chapter 338 Alexander’s mind went blank as he surrendered to the moment. His hands moved instinctively, sliding from her back to the nape of her neck. He pulled her closer, deepening the kiss with an urgency he didn’t know he possessed. For days, her kisses had haunted his thoughts, lingering