A Beautiful Misunderstanding

Zac and Essie were both absent during Ivy's birthday party, but had all their gifts delivered to arrive on time.

Ivy however, was not disappointed at all. She didn't even seem to notice as she had been completely distracted by Hanson's attendance to her party.

Hanson was not interested in Ivy's party whatsoever. He attended simply thinking that Essie would be there. When he arrived there, he looked all over for her, but was told that Essie had other matters to attend. Hanson was completely disappointed and was left with a sullen expression. He had initially intended to leave right when he found out, but when he realized that forming a bond with Ivy might have some good use for him in the future, he reluctantly decided to stay.

This man was breathtaking, gentle and elegant. Subjectively, he looked even more stunning than he did on television. He seemed like a prince charming straight out of a fairytale. All the girls in the party were so excited that they nervously came up to greet him.

From the other corner of the room, there was a pair of beautiful round eyes observing and watching over him.

Hanson had caught the eyes of a woman with beauty beyond compare. She had a small oval face, delicate features and a honey toned skin that looked just like sunshine. Any person who was looking at her would think she was like a flower just about to bloom.

Her name was Christina Qin, and she was Leila's little sister. She developed a close relationship with the Rong family because of her sister and because she was Ivy's senior classmate. They had a healthy and close relationship and were fond of each other.

Hanson had apparently caught Christina's attention from watching him on television, and because of his graceful demeanor, she fell in love with him immediately. Hanson was right in front of her eyes at that moment and she could not miss her opportunity to get to know him.

However, she was clever enough not to join the other girls, as Hanson would surely not notice her amongst them.

Ivy came out of the make-up room and was shocked to find that her charming man was being invaded by countless girls. So she quickly rushed over to help him out of a ridiculous situation. She came up to them and said, "Today is my birthday and I had personally invited Hanson to this party. You girls cannot come over to harass him."

These words were a declaration of her possession of him, and all the girls proceeded to leave with sullen expressions.

She handed him a glass of champagne and said, "My friends are fans of yours so they might be a little over-excited to see you. I hope you don't mind."

"It's not a problem." Hanson shrugged. He didn't really care for such things. He took a sip of his champagne and asked her, "Does your cousin treat my junior well?"

"He treats her okay, but he has never treated any other woman as well as his wife," Ivy said with a little giggle, completely oblivious to Hanson's malicious expression. However, he didn't believe a single word that Ivy had just said. He knew Essie the most amongst anyone and she never had been a woman of vanity. Hanson was sure that Zac had forced her into leaving him.

"I thought she would be attending here today," he answered passively, pretending he didn't really care.

"She went out on a romantic date with my cousin. They think that going to a party is too crowded and noisy and wanted to spend time together alone." Ivy spoke with a big smile on her face, feeling happy about her cousin's relationship. She was unaware that Hanson was so angry that he clenched his teeth tightly. The hatred was spreading like a torrent wave from his heart.

Around this time, Christina walked towards the two and looked straight at Hanson. She smiled with a graceful ambience and said, "You must be Hanson. I have come across you in the show Beauty on Runway. I'm glad to see you here today."

"This is Christina, my senior schoolmate," Ivy cheerfully introduced.

"Hello," replied Hanson with a completely stoic expression.

Christina didn't think much about it. Since it was the first time they met, it would be natural for some people to feel a bit distant. She simply smiled gently and said, "Everyone is singing in the entertainment room upstairs. Would you like to join us?"

us. You have a very pleasant

in the show. They were all excited and

a good way to vent out his emotions.

soon as he started singing, the girls asked to join in as

Paper! Scissors! and winner will

doesn't matter," Hanson said with a passive

two of them sang a song together and Ivy's eyes were glued to Hanson's stunning face the whole

Zac, who was invincible, cold and bearing, and men like Jim who was also ravishing in his own way. Despite

outlined his stunning face. He was

observed Hanson in awe. She had a special kind of admiration towards him, just as

Rock! Paper! Scissors!, waiting to see if they would win a chance to sing a song with Hanson. Christina

face

Hanson nodded.

made her smile with charming eyes that curved into a crescent moon.

said Hanson, while he forced a subtle smile on the corners of his mouth. He couldn't care less about anything that was happening in that

in perfect unison. Christina was the Queen of Pop Music in their university, and she had an angelic voice. Hanson was clearly swayed from her

glimpses of Christina looking at Hanson with a pair of affectionate eyes, she started to get riled

if Christina had also fallen in love

would be a strong and tough rival when it came to love, and it would be unfortunate for Ivy to have to fight against her for

headed for their seats on the sofa after their duet, she

juice to hydrate and moisten your throat, Hanson," Ivy said as she picked up a glass of orange

Hanson smiled politely and took the

like to stay in Dragon City for another day? There are a lot of beautiful and interesting places in this city and I would be delighted

to deal with in the company, so I have to head back home tonight." Besides, the longer he was apart from Essie, knowing that Zac was by her side, the more he felt like he was losing his hope. His priority now was to work harder and faster to turn Bella into a stronger company. This would be the only way he could compete with Zac's powerful

bright eyes. "I'm going to have a dance party tonight. It will be a bore if

so far apart. It only takes two hours to go back and forth. Why don't you stay here just for tonight and leave tomorrow morning?" Christina

guys another time when I have free time," said Hanson in a casual manner.

aware that it would be completely inappropriate to convince him to stay. After all, they were just newly acquainted. So

time, it was time to cut the cake. As soon as Ivy blew out the candles, a new

into the room, Ivy was surprised at the reason for her visit. She asked with wide eyes, "Valery, what are you

attending a foolish party but only came to see Hanson. Valery was aware that he would be an

would be too tired from your pregnancy," Ivy said with

cake, everyone headed to the barbecue in the backyard. Finding her perfect chance, Valery

pleasure to meet you, Mr.