Semua Bab Who's the One Regretting Now?: Bab 451 - Bab 460

At the top-floor CEO office of Hart Group, Sean grabbed his jacket and stood up as the workday ended. Suddenly, he sneezed.Despite the blazing summer heat, he felt a chill on his back. He suspected the office air conditioner's temperature was cranked too high.Xavier mentioned he had extra invitations to a cruise party and invited Sean. However, the latter turned him down. He wasn't interested in social events unless they were business-related or featured big-shot industry figures. As such, he rarely attended them.Moreover, he questioned what kind of business event Xavier would invite him to anyway. Xavier had already left home to start his own firm since he had no plans to take over the family business. On top of that, he was just a spoiled rich kid with a reputation for being a playboy.Sean figured the party was just a raucous gathering of men and women, where everyone was out to flirt and hook up.Even after Sean turned him down, Xavier kept texting him and pitching the pa

Through the transitions of the dance steps, Xavier took in her refined demeanor and the striking purity in her jet-black eyes. His expression sharpened with interest before breaking into a grin, his eyes flashing with a mix of disbelief and excitement.He couldn't believe his luck. She was stunning and had never dated a man before. She checked every box for what he had in mind that night.Xavier descended three levels from the top deck to get a closer look. He was like a hunter quietly observing his prey from the shadows.He could always tell if a woman had dated before. From his observation, he reckoned that the woman was probably still a student and hadn't graduated yet. To him, women like that were the easiest to approach.As the waltz ended, Xavier readied himself to slip in and locate his target during the brief interlude. He had to act fast before someone else beat him to it.But as he weaved through the crowd on that stage, he couldn't find her anywhere. The woman in the pi

Xavier said, "Did you start dancing when you were a kid? You've mastered so many styles. It's like you were born to dance."I've danced with other women before, but none had your fluidity. You move like you're part of the music. Especially in the cha-cha, your sense of rhythm is sharp, and you pick it up quickly. That smile's fire and sunshine all at once. You've got real presence out there."He kept complimenting the woman, but she stayed quiet. He could tell she was shy, so he didn't press her further.As an assertive suitor, Xavier sensed the moment and slowly reached out with his left hand to softly clasp hers. At the same time, his other hand, which had been hovering near her lower back, gently settled there as he guided her in a sweeping turn.The waltz ended with flawless coordination between them. As they enjoyed the sea breeze and exchanged relaxed conversation, he felt that it was finally the moment to move forward."How old are you?" Xavier asked. "Are you still studyin

"Damn it! You never say anything nice," Kaleb teased, grinning.Xavier looked at Alice. Speaking with the tone of a caring brother, he said, "You stay here and have fun. I'm leaving now. We'll get together with Sean another day.""I'm leaving too. I've been here long enough, and I need to update him," Alice replied, her smile playful.Xavier understood her meaning. He finally realized that Sean had forced her to attend that cruise party that evening. She had mentioned not being allowed to go out alone on weekends and that her brother was strict. Everything she said aligned with Sean's character, but why hadn't Xavier connected the dots earlier?He felt mixed emotions and thought he must've gotten out on the wrong side of the bed that day. Of course it had to happen right in front of her. He couldn't remember the last time he felt that stupid.Xavier pushed his thoughts aside and grinned. "Let me give you a ride home," he said."No need. I drove myself, but we can head out toget

Judging by how things turned out that evening, Macie believed that she might have been too worried.Aside from Alice getting a little handsy attention, she basically came out on top that night.Macie stayed on the line with Alice until the latter got home. After they hung up, Alice stepped through the front door, and her scowl disappeared. She brushed Diana off and headed upstairs.Sean came out of his room holding a glass and casually asked, "So? Anyone catch your eye tonight?"Alice replied flatly, "You know what you remind me of?"He looked confused."You sound like one of those pushy matchmaking moms from a reality show," she replied, smiling.Sean was taken aback and shot back, "How can you talk like that? I'm just looking out for you. I care about your future happiness.""Do you think I'll just let you marry a guy just because you like him? He still has to get through me first. If he doesn't pass my test, it's not happening."Alice pouted and didn't say anything. She w