Chapter 193
Chapter 193:
They had attempted it before. Even reaching out through Blake Group’s project manager had failed. Yet now, insider information claimed that Blake Group intended to work with Owen Group. It felt like an unexpected gift.
Jarred was excited, but Ryan hesitated. He inhaled deeply, as though suppressing something heavy in his chest. “If they’ve sent us a signal, why wouldn’t we respond? Arrange a meeting with Mr. Blake p>
Jarred looked surprised. “With Mr. Blake himself? Will he agree p>
“We grew up in the same neighborhood,” Ryan replied. “There’s no personal bond, but for the sake of our parents, he won’t refuse.” Otherwise, Kyson would never have agreed to Aleena’s request to look after Kailey. Jarred immediately understood. “Alright. I’ll take care of it p>
𝗥𝘦𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗅аtе𝘀𝘵 𝘁𝘳𝘦𝗻𝖽𝘴 𝘰𝗇
Once Jarred left, silence settled over the office. Ryan suddenly despised this emptiness. It felt as if the world had vanished, leaving only him behind. It was never like this when Kailey was around. She used to talk endlessly, filling every corner with noise. Impossible to shake off. Yes — wasn’t she impossible to get rid of? When had that changed?
His brows drew together as his eyes swept the room, catching traces of her everywhere. Her stubbornness. Her determination. But now she was in Aslesall, never stepping into this office again.
His hand tightened into a fist, veins standing out sharply. Ryan shut his eyes, forcing resolve into his chest. This time, he would not give in. Kailey would come back and admit she was wrong.
While Ryan simmered with frustration in Jucridge, Kailey, in Aslesall, was only mildly affected — and only for half a day. There was simply no time to dwell on it. The year’s end was approaching, and deadlines piled up relentlessly. She was overwhelmed at work and continued working late at home before collapsing into bed each night.
“Kailey,” Kyson called out.
“Yes p>
“It’s getting late p>
“Yes p>
Kyson watched her sitting cross-legged on the couch. From the end of dinner until now, she had not looked up once. She chewed on her pen, tugged at her hair, and stayed immersed in her work. What could possibly hold her attention so completely?
With a helpless sigh, he moved to sit beside her. Lowering his gaze, he noticed the unique jewelry sketches spread across the page. He had to admit it — Kailey possessed rare talent. Her perspective was distinctive, bold, and irresistibly engaging. Each design carried a tiny star marked in the lower left corner.
Perhaps his stare lingered too long. Kailey finally sensed it and turned toward him. “Is it good p>
“Very p>
He was not only referring to the drawings.
She laughed, eyes bright. “The inspiration came from your eyes. They’re like space itself — deep, mysterious, and impossible to ignore. I’m planning to make a full collection. All couple designs p>
“Couple designs?” Kyson asked. “So we wear them p>
Kailey paused briefly, then nodded. “Yes p>
Kyson looked at her quietly. It was the most romantic thing in the world. Warm light filled his eyes as he reached out and gently patted her head. “Could you give me two minutes p>