Semua Bab My ex uncle Is my Destiny : Bab 11 - Bab 20

I kept my smile as I faced Luciana Terry, even though something deep inside me told me to stay on guard.Her gaze made me uncomfortable.She had only looked at me for a few seconds, yet I already felt as though I had been thoroughly scrutinized.Her eyes seemed to examine every detail of my appearance, as if she were searching for the slightest imperfection. For a moment, I even wondered whether I was still breathing normally.It was Clark who finally broke the heavy silence.— Marie Rose is my new assistant.Luciana raised an eyebrow slightly.— Really?Her gaze immediately returned to me.— You seem rather young to hold a position with so much responsibility.Her words were polite.Almost kind.But her tone told an entirely different story.I remained calm.— Thank you, ma'am. I’ll do everything I can to live up to my responsibilities.A faint smile appeared on her lips.— I hope so.Then she turned to her brother.— We need to talk.Clark calmly nodded.— In my office.As he was ab

Julian entered Clark’s office without even bothering to knock.Sitting behind his large desk, Clark slowly lifted his eyes from his computer. His expression didn’t change. As always, he remained calm, almost impassive.— You should know that you’re supposed to knock before entering.The remark immediately made Julian’s jaw tighten. He took a deep breath, trying to keep his temper under control.— We need to talk.Clark calmly closed the file he had been reviewing before turning his attention to his nephew.— I’m listening.Julian remained silent for a few seconds. He seemed to be searching for the best way to approach the subject, but his impatience eventually got the better of him.— Why are you taking Marie Rose to tomorrow’s dinner?Clark didn’t answer immediately.He simply folded his hands in front of him before looking Julian straight in the eyes.— Because she’s my assistant.Julian frowned.— Olivia could have accompanied you.— Olivia already has another assignment.The answe

The flashes were going off from every direction.With every step, I felt as though dozens of eyes were fixed on us. I had never attended such a prestigious event before. My heart was beating so hard that I was convinced everyone could hear it.Beside me, Clark remained surprisingly calm.His expression was serious, almost unreadable. He walked with confidence, never allowing the photographers to distract him.— Mr. Terry! Over here!— Look at the cameras, please!The voices came one after another, but he didn't even slow down.Instinctively, I moved a little closer to him, uncomfortable in the middle of all the commotion.Without even turning to look at me, he immediately noticed my discomfort.— Ignore the cameras, he whispered calmly.I gave him a discreet glance.— I'm trying…I thought I saw the faintest smile tug at the corner of his lips.— You're doing very well.Those few words had an unexpected effect on me. All the tension I had been feeling began to fade.I took a deep brea

The music ended beneath the applause of the guests.Clark gently released my hand.For a few seconds, we stood facing each other without saying a word.I lowered my eyes, feeling a little embarrassed.My cheeks were still burning.— Thank you... for the dance.He looked at me with the same calm expression he always wore.— You did very well.I smiled shyly.— It's mostly because you're an excellent teacher.A faint smile crossed his face.It lasted only a moment, but I noticed it.The next second, he had already returned to his usual serious expression.— It's getting late. We should go home.I nodded silently.We left the dance floor side by side.As we crossed the room, I could feel many eyes following us.Some guests watched us with curiosity.Others whispered among themselves.I didn't pay much attention to them.I had no idea that, while we were leaving the reception, several people had already begun creating a story that had never existed.---The next morning, the Terry Group h

A heavy silence fell over the terrace.For several seconds, no one said a word.Luciana slowly turned her head toward her brother.Her smile returned to her face, but this time, it looked less natural.— Clark... we were just talking.Clark didn't answer immediately.His eyes settled on me.I kept my head lowered, my hands clasped tightly together in front of me.He immediately noticed that something was wrong.— Marie Rose.I slowly looked up.— Yes, sir?His voice was still calm.— Is everything all right?I hesitated for a few seconds.I didn't want to be the reason for an argument between him and his sister.— Yes...But even I could hear how unconvincing my answer sounded.Clark understood immediately.He turned toward Luciana.— What did you say to her?She shrugged slightly, as if the situation were of no importance.— A few words of advice. That's all.— Advice?His expression became slightly more serious.Luciana crossed her arms.— She's new here. I simply wanted to remind h