Chapter 322
Chapter 322:
She knew she shouldn’t be in Aslesall. But ever since Ryan found out Kailey was here, he had started going back and forth — he had even moved his office over. Their engagement date had already been decided, yet he stayed away for weeks. When he finally showed up, all he told her was, “Make whatever arrangements you want p>
How was she supposed to handle everything alone? If she returned to Jucridge, would he even go back with her?
With no other choice, Olivia had moved all the wedding preparations to Aslesall — the dress fittings, the ring adjustments, everything transferred. Since Ryan didn’t object, she assumed he agreed.
She never imagined she would run into Kailey while checking on her gown today. Every time they crossed paths, things turned into a mess, as if they were bound to clash no matter what.
Olivia drew in an unsteady breath and raised her hand. “You brought this on yourself p>
𝗙o𝗅𝗅𝗈𝗐 𝗎𝘀 𝘰n
Her palm never made it down. Someone caught her wrist from behind before she could move any further.
A man’s voice rang out, sharp and cold. “Have you forgotten who you are? Do you need us to remind you by taking everything away p>
Kailey looked up and saw Kyson standing there. The tension in her face eased at once. “Didn’t you say you’d be late? Why did you come so soon p>
Kyson let go of Olivia’s wrist as if it meant nothing. He brushed his hand once, then stepped toward Kailey. His attention stayed entirely on her. “I changed my mind. Being here with you while you try on wedding dresses matters more p>
Olivia recognized him. Kyson Blake — one of the most powerful young businessmen in the country. He appeared calm, yet no one could ignore the authority he carried.
She watched them — their effortless ease together, the way he stood beside Kailey like a sentinel. So Kailey truly planned to marry him. That explained how she had moved on so quickly.
When Kyson finally glanced Olivia’s way, the look in his eyes made her go rigid.
“If I remember correctly, you work as a journalist,” he said. “You should know what reckless words can cost you.” He didn’t wait for her to answer. “A decent person knows how to put themselves in someone else’s position. That kind of awareness seems absent in you. Still, I don’t expect you to understand p>
Olivia clenched her jaw. Her voice came out rough. “Whatever happened between Kailey and me has nothing to do with you p>
That only made him smile faintly. He traced a slow circle against Kailey’s palm. “Believe what you want. If you’re confused, go ask Ryan. I don’t have much tolerance — if you continue upsetting Kailey, you won’t like what follows p>
Olivia’s hands clenched at her sides until her knuckles turned pale. She had heard plenty about Kyson’s methods. Still, with Kailey standing right there, she refused to show fear.
She steadied herself, lifted her chin, and met his gaze. Her eyes were slightly red. “I’m not trying to provoke you, Mr. Blake. But are you really fine with Kailey’s history? Do you even know her that well p>
Kailey’s lashes trembled. She tightened her hold on Kyson’s hand without realizing it.