LOGINSebastianI was still trying to find the right words when the people around us suddenly started cheering.Skylar finally reached me, and I looked at her in disbelief. “You did all this?”“Yes.” She smiled softly. “But Lily and the other staff helped with the decorations.”I stared at her.“I wanted to make your birthday special,” She added.I couldn't remember the last time I had been this stunned. I was so stunned that I could barely even form a proper sentence.She wanted to make my birthday special. She had no idea that she had just made my whole life feel special with this.“I don't even know what to say,” I chuckled softly, still trying to put myself together. “I never expected this.”Skylar smiled. “I'm glad you like it.”I pulled her into my arms and kissed her hair.“I love it,” I said from the depth of my heart. “I love you.”“I love it too,” she murmured against my shirt.I closed my eyes for a moment.I had spent most of my life treating my birthday like any other day. I ne
SebastianMy birthday had never been something I cared much about.I had never been the type to take the day off to party or expect people to make a big deal out of it. To me, it was just another day, and today was no different.I sat behind my desk, going through the latest reports on the new property when the door opened.Evelyn walked in, holding a tablet against her chest. “Good afternoon, sir.”I looked up. “Evelyn.”She walked to my desk and placed the tablet in front of me. “The latest report from the construction team came in this morning.”I glanced at the screen. “Any problems?”“There’s one.”My eyes lifted back to hers.“The imported materials for the presidential suites have been delayed again.”I clenched my teeth and let out a sigh.“Those people have become very incompetent lately.”“They said there was another issue with the shipment.”“I don't care what the issue is.” I leaned back slightly. “Find me another supplier who can deliver what we need on time.”Evelyn nodd
Skylar I arrived at the venue a little later than I had planned.That was because I had nearly gotten lost on the way there. I still wasn't completely familiar with the route, and by the time I finally recognized the building, I was already worried that I had kept Nate waiting.The moment I stepped inside the venue, I spotted him.Nate was dressed in a sharp suit, standing near a group of staff members while giving them instructions. The moment his gaze fell on me, he immediately dismissed the staff and walked toward me."You're finally here."I let out a small breath. "Sorry I took so long.""It's okay."Today was finally the day I was going to work.We were preparing for a big wedding after-party that was happening that evening, and judging by how busy everyone already was, it was going to be a huge event.Nate looked me over briefly. "You understand what you have to do, right?""I know, I know," I said, laughing softly."Alright." He pointed toward a nearby table. "Your uniform i
Skylar I had been thinking about Sebastian's birthday ever since that night.Even after waking up that morning, I remained in bed for a while, staring at the ceiling as I thought about what I could do for him. I wanted to surprise him. Maybe throw him a surprise party, get him a gift, or even do both.The more I thought about it, the more excited I became. There was only one problem.I didn't want to use Sebastian's money.I wanted to give him something I had earned myself. Even though the black card he had given me technically belonged to me now, the money was still his.And I didn't want that. If I was going to give my husband a birthday gift, I wanted to know that I had worked for it.But I didn't have a job.I sighed. Was it even possible to get a job and get paid in less than two weeks?I almost laughed at the thought.Still, I slowly sat up. Maybe I needed to talk to Nate. Perhaps he could help me.I remembered Sebastian telling me about his event-planning company. Nate handled
Skylar As I got closer, Sebastian pushed his chair back and stood.He reached out his hand toward me. I placed my hand in his, and he gently pulled me to his side. I stood beside him, my heart still pounding. I felt like every eye in the room was on me.Sebastian gave my hand a gentle squeeze before turning his attention back to the table.“Yes, that's my wife,” he said calmly. “She attended a private family event, drank more than she should have, and I took her home. I don't see how that makes her incapable of being my wife, or me incapable of running a company.”My eyes widened as I stared at him.“If the people challenging my ability to lead Blackwood Corporation believe carrying my wife home after she had too much to drink makes me unfit to lead, then perhaps they should explain what that has to do with the company's performance.”Cecilia's expression changed instantly. The people around the table looked at Sebastian, listening so intently that no one seemed to know what to say.
Skylar I stepped further into the conference room, my heart racing.Sebastian turned his head toward the door, and the moment his gaze fell on me, his expression changed.He immediately noticed the concern and fear written all over my face. His brows furrowed slightly. He looked like he was about to ask what was wrong, but before he could say or do anything, Cecilia rose from her seat.“Well, I believe it's my turn to continue with my presentation.”My heart dropped.Oh no. I stood frozen for a moment.Nate stepped closer to me, his voice barely above a whisper. “What's wrong?”I could barely answer him.Cecilia clicked the remote in her hand, and the screen behind her changed. There it was, a picture of me.I was drunk, my face flushed, my hair slightly disheveled, and my bare feet visible beneath my dress. Sebastian was carrying me in his arms.My stomach twisted.Cecilia turned toward the screen.“This, as you can clearly see, is CCTV footage of my elder son, Mr. Sebastian Blackw







