ログインWhen the meeting with Benedict Harper was over, the sky was dark. They returned to the car tired. Elena, who had spent the whole day just listening to the meetings, felt drained, not to mention Sean, who had to deal with these people."When's the date free?" asked Sean, loosening his tie.Elena read the schedule carefully before answering, "Thursday is free from 3 to 6 pm.""Set up a visit to the factory. Call Samantha and have her prepare the production expense report I requested this morning.""Okay." Elena quickly arranged the extra time on Thursday, then called Samantha and told her what Sean had told her to do.There was no further conversation for a few minutes. Sean seemed to concentrate on the phone screen, reading essential messages. Then suddenly, in the middle of the silence, Sean asked, "Who's the daddy?"The question startled Elena and almost made her choke on her saliva. She didn't want Sean to know the truth, so she played it safe and replied, "Excuse me, Sir. I don't d
"Sorry." While walking hurriedly, Elena accidentally bumped into someone.This situation made Elena feel depressed. She went to the restroom to calm herself down. She washed her face with cold water, hoping to soothe the emotions rushing through her heart."I can't do this anymore." Elena looked at her wet face, dripping with beads of water. Her hands gripped the edge of the sink, supporting her trembling body.Despite her best efforts, Sean and everything about him were a curse. Elena didn't know if she could stand being around him anymore."Eric..." Elena looked down and closed her eyes. "What do I do if he finds out?" She took a deep breath, looked at her reflection in the mirror, then shook her head slowly. "No, he doesn't. Eric can't find out. I don't want to lose him."Her past with Sean is like a time bomb. All the dreams she's built with Eric could fall apart if Eric discovers everything about her and Sean, about Roxy's biological father."I have to do something. I can't let S
"I knew you could do it." Eric leaned closer to Elena. "I'm proud of you."Elena's smile was stiff. However, she didn't want to reveal the truth to Eric. "I just do what I can.""That's what I mean. You have to be yourself. And you see the results." Eric smiled proudly. "You're awesome.""Because you always support me." She didn't want to disappoint Eric."Uncle Sean wants you in his office. Go ahead. Don't keep him waiting," Eric advised.Elena saw Sean talking to one of the managers outside through the conference room's open door. Their eyes locked for a moment, and the intimidation was palpable.Elena immediately turned her gaze to Eric. "I'm... a little nervous." She shrugged and looked pleadingly at her fiancé. "Will you come with me?""You can do it without me," Eric assured her.Elena made a sullen face. "Please.""Alright." Eric sighed and smiled softly. "I'll go with you."Elena felt calmer. She walked into Sean's office with Eric by her side. Sean seemed unconcerned, acting
"I'm not sure this is a good idea." Elena stopped in front of the lobby.Eric held Elena's shoulders and stared at her intently. "You're just nervous. Trust me. This is a golden opportunity. Thousands want to work at this company, and thousands are turned away. You have privilege, so don't waste your chance, Abby."It's not about privilege. It's about an unresolved past. Elena shook her head, lowering her eyes as she sighed. "I don't know. I'm not sure I could.""You just have to believe in yourself and you'll make it," Eric said.Although Elena felt this wasn't the best decision, seeing her fiancée's hopeful face made her feel guilty. Eric had done so much for her. Turning him down wouldn't be fair. Finally, Elena nodded, telling herself that everything would be okay."Wish me luck." Elena gripped Eric's hand."Of course. Luck is your middle name," Eric replied with a small smile.As they entered the building, Elena and Eric walked side by side. Elena's confidence grew, and she was r
"Abby, what's wrong?" Eric followed Elena into her room. "You haven't said a word since we left the restaurant. Did I do something wrong?"Elena tossed her purse on the bed, then turned and looked at Eric, relaxing her shoulders."Why have you never told me your uncle is Sean Blackwood? I mean... who doesn't know Sean Blackwood? The most powerful man in town." Elena adjusted her hair and gave Eric a disappointed look. "What else are you keeping from me, Eric?"Eric licked his lips, feeling guilty. He moved closer, then took Elena's hand. "I'm sorry. I didn't mean anything. I didn't want you to walk away from me when you knew who my family was."Elena exhaled loudly, then sat down on the edge of the bed, covering her face with her palms. "I don't know. I feel like I'm walking on water that could drown me at any moment.""I'm not going to let that happen." Eric sat down next to Elena and gently squeezed her hand. "I love you, Abby. Please don't let this ruin our plans."Elena bit her li
Elena felt her body freeze. Sean's figure in front of her hit her like an unexpected storm. The man's face – the face she had avoided for so long - appeared with a cold aura, his sharp eyes scrutinizing her every move. Elena's legs felt weak, and if it weren't for Eric, who gently held her waist, she would have fallen to the floor.A few years had passed, but nothing had changed about Sean. He was still the same man he had always been—dominant and able to intimidate Elena with just a look in his eyes.Elena hoped it was all a dream until she heard Eric's voice."Abby, are you okay?" whispered Eric, looking at the woman with concern.Words were too difficult to utter. Elena could only nod slowly, though her body was still shaking. She wanted to speak, but the words seemed stuck in her throat.Sean stepped closer, his movements calm yet controlled. As Elena remembered, his expression was hard to read, but his gaze was enough to shrink Elena's guts. Eric smiled and introduced Elena witho
Elena's heartbeat started to go crazy. Her blood seemed to flow in a different direction. The voice sounded deep and calm, reminding Elena of an intoxicating situation. Seductive whispers and erotic sighs seeped into Elena's ears, invading her memory with scenes of heat and pleasure that sent shive
The sound of splashing water woke Elena from her deep sleep. She blinked slowly, then furrowed her brow."God!" Elena groaned at the headache and hangover that hit her.Not only was she dizzy, but she could feel her whole body breaking down. All her joints felt stiff, and all the discomfort was cen
Sean Blackwood never expected to bring home the woman he met by chance. The woman who captured his attention from the moment they met in the hospital. The second accident at the club seems to be a clue that there is a hand of fate in their meeting.The intoxicating hot kisses and the sensual warm t
Elena wiped away the tears that were streaming down her face. She took a deep breath, then opened the door roughly. Her heart was hurt and filled with anger. Elena entered the room, startling the couple who had just finished making love."Elena?" Josh spontaneously pulled away from Bianca's embrace







