LOGIN“Mr. Kai.” A friendly smile appeared on his face. “I’m very glad you could make it.”Cale stopped walking. His gaze met Silas’s for several seconds before the corner of his lips lifted slightly. “Really?”That simple question made Silas laugh. “Of course. This banquet wouldn’t be complete without yo
And now, right in front of him? Naomi looked far more relaxed and had even smiled broadly several times.On the other side of the hall, Silas Evermont watched everything with an expression that was becoming increasingly difficult to read. The situation was not unfolding according to his plan. Falcon
The moment Chris said it so casually, nearly all of the guests fell silent. They exchanged glances with one another. Some were surprised by what Chris had just revealed.Chris Miller.That name might not appear in the media as often as Cale Miller's. But to the people in this room, it was by no mean
Naomi almost laughed.Uncomfortable?That word felt far too mild to describe what had actually happened. Far too simple to explain how this man had once frightened her to the point where she could no longer think clearly. But Naomi chose to remain silent. She did not want to give Falcon the reaction
Naomi had thought the hardest part of that evening would be facing Silas Evermont.It turned out she was wrong.After taking her seat at the table that had been prepared for her, the atmosphere gradually returned to normal. The guests resumed their conversations. Music drifted softly from a corner o
Naomi wanted to protest, but apparently Chris whispered something that ultimately left her with no choice but to give in.And without either of them realizing it, that simple interaction looked very different through other people’s eyes. They appeared close, as though they had known each other for a
“What brings you here?” Chris asked, tone iced with annoyance. Even as Cale’s brother, he could be infuriating—especially where business was concerned.Cale strolled without hurry, clad in a black suit and wearing a smug, unreadable smile. He collapsed into the empty chair, crossing one leg over the
“You bet I am,” Chase said, reaching down to take Josh’s hand as well. He guided them both toward a private dining room. “I’m sure everything’s been perfectly prepared.”It didn’t take long before they arrived at a quiet room on the top floor, with sweeping views of Mighatan’s glittering skyline. A
Althea laughed softly. “Of course, sweetheart. Just take it slow. No need to rush—it’s not good for your stomach.”The conversation unfolded in an easy warmth. Mrs. Yoshida spoke about her tireless efforts in hosting charity events to support education, not only in Mighatan but also in nearby cities
Meanwhile, in Chase’s office.Althea sat with her hands wrapped around her coffee cup. That restless feeling had been gnawing at her all morning, no matter how hard she tried to push it away.“Where will you be picking Josh up?” Chase asked, his voice deliberately gentle.He knew exactly why she was







