Sebastian watched in disbelief as Victoria, who was right in front of him, chatted and laughed merrily with another man.
Driven by jealousy, he erupted in anger and swiftly approached them, taking a stance between them and forming a barrier to keep them apart.
Victoria looked at Sebastian in confusion. “Seb, what are you doing? I’m talking to Mr. Forrester. Don’t cause trouble.”
Hearing this, Sebastian finally recognized the man before him.
It was Julian!
Having dealt with similar situations before, Sebastian adeptly addressed him, stating, “Mr. Forrester, my apologies.”
Sebastian didn’t offer any further explanation, and Julian didn’t seem to take offense at the former’s intrusion.
“No problem,” Julian replied absentmindedly, his eyes scanning the area as if seeking someone. “It’s good to see that you have a genuine concern for Ms. Lesley, Mr. Taggart. I wish you both everlasting happiness.
have some other matters to attend to, so please excuse me.”
The relationship between Sebastian and Victoria remained a well–guarded secret, known only to a privileged few.
Considering the circumstances surrounding the Lesley family, Sebastian had reservations about revealing, their relationship to the public.
Nevertheless, he wasn’t worried about Julian exposing their secret as the man didn’t appear to be the type to meddle in such matters.
Victoria flashed Julian a grateful smile before stepping back and positioning herself behind Sebastian.
Despite Hadley Corporation and Forrester Group being fierce competitors in the business world, Sebastian’s admiration for the Forrester remained unaffected.
Perceiving Julian’s intentions, Sebastian was willing to extend a favor to him. “Mr. Forrester, the fifth floor offers abundant entertainment options and an excellent view. I suggest you go and have a look. I assure you, it won’t disappoint.” D
softened Julian’s typically cold gaze. He promptly responded with
on Sebastian’s sleeve, confused. “Seb, what did you say to Julian? I
business conference. Mr. Forrester was looking for her, and I simply
us,” D
exclaimed, her mouth hanging open in surprise. The recent rumors about Gabrielle’s affair with Julian had spread far
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of this. I need to tell her
arm, urging caution. “I suggest you wait
and she chuckled. “You’re right. Distance can indeed make the heart grow
now.” D
“Victoria, I want us to make our relationship
at him in disbelief before
you without hiding
okay not to make our relationship public. I don’t feel unhappy about that. I love you for who you are, and I
together, Sebastian
in wealth and social status between his family and the Lesley
and Victoria remained together, there would come a time when he would have to confront the
alone,” Sebastian sincerely apologized. “I want to give you the recognition you deserve. Even if our family
or someone who was quick to understand emotions, meeting his
she looked at Sebastian. She was rendered speechless by
into his pocket and took out a long–cherished small box. He slowly opened
keep loving me
the silver ring showed visible scratches upon closer inspection.
threw herself into Sebastian’s arms and cried
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