LOGINHis voice dropped slightly. “She was tied to a chair tonight only because she refused to let you go.” Luthor’s expression darkened instantly. “I know.” “And you think that’s acceptable?” “It’s not.” Luthor’s voice was firm now. “That’s why I’ll handle it.” Derek almost laughed. Handle it? Agains
Outside the ward. Alex’s tall figure casting a long shadow under the dim lights in the corridor. Derek stood right behind his boss. Luthor stood a few steps away from Alex. The tension between them was palpable. For a moment, no one spoke. Then— “Why weren’t you with her?” Alex’s voice broke
“I—” “You couldn’t even get out of that room on your own.” His words were harsh. Too harsh. Rose’s temper flared. “Hey! I said I didn’t have a choice!” Her voice rose slightly. “He told me to come alone. If I brought anyone he was going to expose me. I thought if I meet him, then I could com
The ride to the hospital was fast. Rose barely had time to process anything as Alex carried her out of Brooks Hotel, placed her gently into the backseat of his car, and shut the door without a word. The entire time, his expression had remained cold and unreadable. Derek sat in the front passen
For a brief moment, the air between the two men seemed to tighten. Alex’s expression remained calm and cold as usual. His arms didn’t loosen around Rose even slightly. Then he spoke. “No.” The single word fell heavily into the silence. Calm and firm, leaving absolutely no room for negotiat
The man crashed into the wall. Seeing this, another guard's sense heightened and he immediately lunged forward. Luthor grabbed his arm, twisted it violently, and slammed him onto the floor. Within seconds, two more guards were down. The hallway erupted into chaos again. Derek stepped out of
"But I have already explained this situation to your boss and he agreed to give me some more time to pay the previous money. I know I know I'm a bit late with the payment but please try to understand my situation and I promise it will be ready by the end of this month.” Maya replied, this was not wh
Since he hadn't gone far, it was easy for him to take a turn back to where he had left Rose standing. When he got to where he left Rose, he raised his brow when he didn't see her, not until he saw her walking out of a shop. He noticed she had a small bag in her hand as she walked towards his ca
Soon, Sandra returned with her own food and sat down opposite Rose. “Rose, you should be really careful with those annoying people we met earlier. They might be seniors but they are very dangerous not only in the school but also their family background.” Sandra suddenly spoke as she looked worried
Seeing that the passenger was leaving without paying him, the driver quickly opened the car door as well. “Hey, Miss." He called, making Rose turn to look at him. “What is it?" She asked. “You haven't paid my money yet." He told her. “I know that. Wait here and let me confirm if this is really th







