Captivation: Want Nothing But You

“Miss Bennet.” Kyle noticed Rachel, so he said something to the man he was talking to before approaching Rachel with a smile

Rachel looked back at him with a smile. “Welcome to Apliaria, Mr. Bentley! I have a gift for you.”

Right after she said that, her assistant handed the gift box they had prepared in advance to Kyle. Kyle raised his eyebrows, seeming as though he didn’t expect this. Upon opening the box, he saw an exquisite glass lying in the middle of the box. The dark flannel of the glass’s rim made it even more resplendent.

“I apologize for not being able to prepare well for our meeting, because the time was rather limited. As far as I remember, you once majored in fine arts and design in this country, and that you’ve always been fond of studying the process and designing of ancient cups. I also heard that you collected lots of exquisite instruments. This glass was found during my mother’s business trip, back when she was still alive. Though it may not be the most precious gift there is, its exquisite design is something to marvel at. I believe that you’ll like my gift,” said Rachel

Kyle took the glass out of the box. As he inspected it and held it in his hand, he marveled at its resplendence and beauty

“You’re right. I do like the gift.” He then put down the glass. “Thank you, Miss Bennet!”

“I’m glad you like it, Mr. Bentley.” Having said that, Rachel casually glanced at the sunglasses Kyle was wearing.

 “My assistant reminded me just now, so I’d like to ask about…”

looked at Rachel, visibly

The tone of her voice was casual enough to

face disappeared. But before he could respond, Rachel spoke

 “I read about the terrorist attack about a month and a half ago, and found that

assistant was surprised about

terrorist attack? Why didn’t I know about that? Is Miss Bennet mistaken or

she must’ve remembered it wrong, and that this might strain their current working relationship

all, it would be terrible if anything that Rachel said would hinder or even

assistant could say anything, Kyle replied, “Thanks for your concern, Miss Bennet.

time, the assistant was

smile and replied, “I’m glad you’re alright, Mr. Bentley. I must say, you recovered well, and so quickly at that! You were able to recover within a month and a half. Seems like you pay a lot of attention to your fitness and health!”

if he wanted to see through her mind and find out the true purpose of her question. But no matter how Kyle looked at her, Rachel kept her smile. It was hard to

that the welcome party had begun and that it

so, Kyle nodded at