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Chapter 171

The woman's dance steps were fluid and graceful, and she was clearly extremely skilled. She was just as good as Vincent, who had learned it for three years and was an expert.Even Vincent found it slightly challenging to keep up with her. The music was light and energetic, and as they spun around in circles, Vincent gradually grew accustomed to her pace, and they fell into sync.After a graceful arc step and a spin, thunderous applause broke out from the crowd. Everyone was amazed by the spectacular performance of the two equally skilled dancers.However, Vincent's attention was entirely on the dance. His eyes swept over the crowd, searching for the host of the gala.The woman sensed that Vincent was distracted. She asked in a low voice, "Are you looking for someone, Mr. Carter?"Vincent didn't answer and continued dancing rather distractedly. He knew the steps by heart and could multitask without any trouble at all."Are you always so distant with your dance partners?" There w

Chapter 172

"Mr. Carter, it's against the rules to take our masks off," the woman whispered, chuckling in his ear.The name on the tip of Vincent's tongue nearly slipped out, yet it felt as though an invisible hand were gripping his throat, preventing him from getting a single word out.Could it be her? Samara?The moment the thought took hold of him, he couldn't shake it off. He had to unmask her no matter what and check for himself!He tried to take off her mask with his other hand, but the woman elegantly spun along with the music, as if she was taunting him. She returned to his embrace but with her back to him. It was a smooth, beautiful movement that fit the music perfectly. Anyone looking at them would have thought that it was an intimate dance between lovers, and no one had noticed the tension simmering between them. Vincent was stuck and had no choice but to keep dancing. It felt as if she was nestling in his arms as they continued to dance along to the music. "Who are you?" Vin

Chapter 173

Vincent abruptly stopped in his tracks and turned to stare at the woman in shock."You… What do you mean by that?" His voice trembled slightly, and he felt as if he was reeling in shock."Sam—" He shut his mouth before he could finish saying the name.His mind was in complete turmoil. Was the woman in front of him really Samara? The thought made him feel helpless. Even after three whole years, was he still unable to escape her?At that moment, the woman smiled and reached out to take his hand gently. "Mr. Carter, I'm Laura Albright, the person you've been looking for. It's a pleasure to meet you."Vincent's mind went blank.The woman looked so young. How could she be the powerful tycoon who wielded so much influence in Derman's business industry? "But… but shouldn't Laura be—" Vincent stumbled over his words, unable to express his confusion."Shouldn't I be an old, ugly Dermanese man?" Laura finished his sentence for him, smiling even more brightly. "You've got quite the i

Chapter 174

They all burst into laughter. Chad frowned slightly but said nothing."Mr. Carter, you have such good manners. I feel sorry for you for having such a loser as your cousin. I would have punched him if I were you.""He's still a Carter, after all," Chad said, looking serious. He left the banquet hall and went after Vincent and the woman. When the others saw Chad leaving, they followed after him, anticipating a good show. They were excited, thinking they might be able to catch the pair red-handed in an illicit love affair!…The back door of the banquet hall led to a spacious garden. There was a fountain in the middle, with well-trimmed flower beds on either side. The flower beds were artfully pruned, clearly the work of a master gardener."Let's talk here in the garden, Ms. Albright." Vincent couldn't help but speak up first when he saw that she had no intention of stopping."Aren't you worried that we'll be interrupted by those tactless people if we stay here?" There was a te

Chapter 175

"Ms. Albright, have some self-respect! Do you really want everyone to see how little restraint you have?" Vincent barked.He kept his head down and glared at her without a trace of fear. He looked ready to shove her back the instant she took another step."You're the one who wanted this meeting, Mr. Carter. But you sure aren't acting like you mean it," Laura said teasingly, running a finger along his collar. Her voice carried a hint of feigned disappointment."If you define sincerity as going along with your filthy little proposition, then you can forget it," he shot back, knocking her hand away.But Laura didn't seem bothered in the least. She just tilted her head back and looked at him steadily."I heard your fiancee, Calliope, isn't in the best of health these days."The implication behind that statement was undeniable.At that, Vincent's temper flared instantly."Watch your mouth, Ms. Albright. My fiancee is perfectly healthy, and our relationship is none of your concern."

Chapter 176

"Oh my goodness! What am I even looking at right now? This is disgusting!"A grating voice cut through the air, drawing every eye in the garden.Vincent immediately recognized him as one of Chad's lackeys.He stood there with several others, all wearing the same smug, gossip-hungry grins as they stared at Vincent and Laura."No offense, Mr. Chad, but your cousin's really dragging the Carters' name through the mud. The man's got a fiancee, and he's out here messing around. How shameless.""Hey, don't say that—" Chad muttered, pulling at the man's sleeve. He looked uncomfortable, but the flash of satisfaction in his eyes gave him away."Family is family. There's no need to make a scene."Turning back to Vincent, he put on a show of concern. "This really isn't a good look for you and Ms. Albright. If Ms. Moore finds out, she won't take it well."Vincent watched the spectacle with a blank stare. It was a joke how bad it was. They deserved a prize for that performance."Look at him

Chapter 177

When Vincent disappeared from view, Laura pulled off her mask with a knowing smile.The crowd collectively held its breath. Even Chad, who believed no woman on earth could surprise him anymore, froze solid at the sight of her.He was no stranger to breathtaking women, but none of them compared to her.The thought that Vincent didn't stand a chance with her sent his mood soaring. He was going to make Laura his."God, she's stunning," someone blurted out before immediately shrinking back under Chad's sharp glare.Competing with him for a woman was a death wish, and everyone knew it. Nobody stood a chance against him anyway.Chad's looks, status, and charisma made him irresistible. The others knew it would be futile and lacked the courage to try, so they slunk off in defeat.Soon, only Chad and Laura were left in the garden.Chad studied her closely, trying to figure her out. But she didn't show a single emotion.He thought her refusal to leave spoke volumes. Had she already size

Chapter 178

"Ms. Moore, I'm home," Vincent called.The study was pitch-black, and there was no sign of anyone.That was strange. Where had Calliope gone?It was late, far too late for Calliope not to be in the study. Perhaps she was in her bedroom.Vincent passed by her door on the way out and knocked casually. It was slightly ajar, with a faint light spilling from within. "Ms. Moore, I'm coming in," he said.But the bedroom was empty too.Vincent frowned. This was the first time Calliope hadn't been home since he'd moved into the villa. Where could she have gone at this hour?He was about to go look for Edmund when a painting caught his eye.It was a portrait of a man, though his eyes had been left completely blank. Vincent couldn't tell if it was unfinished or a deliberate artistic choice.For some inexplicable reason, he found himself drawn toward the easel. Could Calliope have painted this? He had never expected her to be capable of such work.The man's sharp features were clearl

Chapter 179

Calliope seemed put out.No, it was more than that. She never smiled when Vincent was around, not even once. He couldn't figure her out at all."I'm sorry, Ms. Moore. I didn't mean to intrude."Vincent took the hint and apologized. It was clear that she didn't want to talk about the painting or the man in it any further. There was no point in prying further.Still…He stole a glance at her again before he left. Calliope sat in her wheelchair with her back to him."Thanks for giving me the invitation for the gala," he said quietly.Vincent hadn't finished what he'd set out to do, but he knew she'd indirectly helped him.Calliope said nothing.The only sound was the door clicking closed, and the room fell silent once again.In the dim light, she slowly rose from her wheelchair and walked toward the painting.Her pale, slender fingers traced the man's face on the canvas. How could she ever forget those eyes?Moments before, those same eyes had looked right at her. Whatever nam

Chapter 180

Calliope lost her patience completely when she was met with nothing but silence."Vincent, open the door!" she repeated, her tone turning cold and sharp.Vincent glanced at the clock on the wall before replying calmly, "I'm sorry, Ms. Moore. I'm already in bed."But she wasn't having it."If you won't open it, I'll let myself in," she warned.Vincent's heart dropped. Calliope was no pushover. Then again, this was her villa. She had plenty of ways to get into his room.Vincent had no choice but to throw on some clothes and open the door.Calliope was waiting in her wheelchair, her cold, piercing gaze cutting right through him."Ms. Moore, it's late. Is something wrong?" he asked, feigning ignorance.He already knew the answer, having just seen the headlines about him and another woman. Though he was playing dumb, he couldn't even fool himself.Still, Vincent didn't feel guilty. He hadn't done anything wrong anyway.But there was something downright dangerous about Calliope's

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