LOGINIn the living room, Kitty paced nervously. "How do we proceed? Rhett has never been cooperative. Nothing can make him change his opinion once he makes up his mind. Similar to your worthless father." With his knees crossed, Roy relaxed on the couch and idly browsed his phone. "Leave him alone if he really likes her. In any case, we desired a union with the Kane’s. What is the issue mum?” "You don't understand!" Kitty yelled. “Because she was the only heir and hailed from a respectable family, we had previously given her our approval. However, things are now different. Edward’s granddaughter will not inherit anything now that he has a son. And a woman who ran around with another man for four years? Who knows what her true nature is?” Grinning, Roy motioned for Kitty to take a seat next to him. "Hurrying this won't help, mom. He's now infatuated. He will resist more the harder you try.” Kitty understood what he meant. "You have ideas all the time. Tell me what needs to be done
The local security guard came running over at that moment. "Hey! What do you think you're doing? People are sleeping. Don’t you see it’s late?” Andrei intervened swiftly to make things right. "Give us a minute, buddy. We're in the midst of something. We'll be finished shortly." The guard looked torn. "It's late. I'll have to call the police if you don't stop." Rhett, however, ignored him entirely and continued to gaze out the window. "Please give me an opportunity to apologize, Ley. In person?" Stunned, Haley gazed down at the scene below. It was unbelievable. Playing guitar late at night, disturbing the neighbors, declaring his love in public—none of this seemed like something Rhett would ever do. Yet there he was. They say when a mature man falls in love for real, it hits him like a second youth—more intense, more innocent, more romantic than any young love. Haley had never believed that. But watching him now, she had no choice. She turned and proceeded downstai
Thirty minutes later, in a private club. Andrei walked in grinning. "Look who's finally suffering over a woman." Archie was more measured. He sat across from Rhett. "What's going on man?" Rhett explained. Andrei started laughing. "You proposed by sending AI baby photos? If I were Haley, I'd be stressed too." Rhett’s frown grew. "So I really messed up?" Andrei nodded vigorously. "Obviously. Kids are part of marriage, but you don't lead with that. To start a life together, you need her to want to marry you. Then children develop organically.” With a hint of pride in his voice, Archie arched an eyebrow. "But if a woman really loves you and wants to have your child, that's a different story." Rhett gave him a look that said he was asking for trouble. "Your circumstances are distinct. Not a reliable source. “How do I fix this?" is the crucial question.” With a playful twinkle in his eyes, Andrei snapped his fingers. "Simple. I'm an expert at making ladies feel better. Howe
Theo rolled his eyes. "If you'd been a little less disciplined, read a few romance novels, watched some romantic movies, or at least asked me first, you wouldn't have said something so hurtful. "Consider it. She had a difficult relationship in the past. The events surrounding her pregnancies remain unresolved. And you had to mention it. of everything. This time, you truly made a mistake." Theo felt real pain and clenched his chest. Rhett furrowed his brow even more. He struggled to be calm, but his heart was racing. "So I made a serious mistake?" Theo gave a somber nod. "Very serious." Rhett jerked to his feet. "I'll pursue her. Express regret.” Theo shook his head and took hold of his arm. "At the moment, she is upset. You will only exacerbate the situation if you pursue her and attempt to explain. Stumble upon yet another landmine. First, let her settle down. Then discreetly contact her closest buddy. Let him stay with Haley.” Rhett inquired. "V?" Theo gave a nod.
Being appreciated by women for his appearance or social standing had always seemed superficial to Rhett. But now, as he walked through a sea of inquisitive looks while holding Haley’s hand, he felt a quiet pride instead of irritation. "You two are perfect together!" One of the worker said. "What a beautiful couple!" The open attitude that Haley and Dennis had cultivated encouraged her team to say this freely. Haley looked at Rhett, anticipating that the attention would make him uneasy. Rather, he seemed to enjoy each words spoken. There was a rare, gentle grin on that normally severe face. He leaned in her direction. "Tell your office chat that drinks are on me for everyone here." Haley chuckled. "Everyone?" His response was utterly earnest. "If they say we're a perfect couple, they're included." She laughed aloud at this uncommon playfulness. The office erupted in cheers as soon as she posted the message. They visited the recently opened eatery. They placed t
"Ley, you've done well lately," Edward said over the phone on Haley’s drive back to Ty Group. “I didn't anticipate Ty Group’s to be this successful soon—battery technological advancements. I'm amazed.”He had not publicly complimented her in years.Grinning, she held the phone. "Grandpa, thank you. Years ago, Dennis and I began planning this. We believed that battery technology was the way of the future. We'll continue, so don't worry."Edward gave a hearty laugh. "Excellent! My granddaughter is good. In company, strategic vision is crucial. Years of hard work are outweighed by one wise investment. I've heard you're considering producing automobiles?”"Yes. Auto parts were the first focus of the Kane Group. In Vest city, we were among the first. We have an edge due to the emergence of new energy brands. We are able to create our own automobiles. Dennis and I will submit the proposal for your consideration as soon as we are done.”Edward’s pride was evident in his voice. "Nerve and amb
Kieran took a long breath, suppressing the guilt that was eating away at him, and lay down next Haley."With the company expanding so quickly, work has been hectic. I haven't spent much time here, have I?” He spoke in a soft, quiet voice that sounded almost practiced. "How about we make that right?
Kieran came back by dusk with a dish of plain meals. "Haley," he asked placing it on the bedside table and standing with his back to her for a little before turning around, "did you really push Riley?" His voice was clearly irritated. Haley lowered her gaze. "Yes." His voice became harsher. "
Haley grinned bitterly. With her nails digging into her palms, her speech was hardly audible. "All right. Whatever you say.One thought crystallized in her thoughts with a terrifying clarity. Just few days.Few days. That's all that remains.You want the house? The man? The business? It'll be all y
Then Haley heard a voice she recognized. "I apologize, Lydia," Kieran murmured in a quiet, personal voice. "Haley’s appearance surprised me too. I'm sorry you had to deal with it.”Lydia has a beautiful, syrupy voice. "I'm accustomed to that by now, so it's okay. But Haley will be angry since you'v







