In Love, Never Say Never

Obstinately, Ashton remained standing where he was. He cast a backward glance to see Joseph hurrying in with a stack of gifts.

“Scarlett prepared these small tokens for Mom and Dad,” Ashton explained evenly.

Baffled, I looked at Ashton. When had all these been prepared? Had Ashton already predicted that I’d leave John behind to attend the dinner with him?

My mind was swimming with thoughts.

Tiffany tossed her head uncaringly. Joseph, laden down by the weight of the gifts in his arms, tottered awkwardly into the room.

Just then, a deep voice commanded regally, “There’s no need to make such a fuss. We’re family, after all. Housekeeper, take those things from him.”

As if on cue, the housekeeper nervously stepped forward, stiffly receiving the items from Joseph. The atmosphere within the room instantly eased.

It was Nathaniel who had spoken. I’d only heard his voice before and had only taken the briefest of glances at his photo. I was surprised to see that he was casually attired and looked rather youthful. Nathaniel appeared distinctly approachable, unlike the elderly patriarch I’d envisioned in my mind.

that there was more below the surface than met the

arm around my shoulder. He then led Gregory and me to the sofa next to where

sat down when Tiffany

Let’s take this opportunity today to thrash things out. You’ve removed me from my position as the Finance Director and terminated my subordinates. What are you planning to achieve? Don’t forget that the company doesn’t belong to you alone! I’m your own flesh and blood. I should be the one you trust

maid arrived with cups of hot tea for us. Ashton

in anger. She seethed as she watched Ashton deliberately stir his tea, then

glanced coolly at Tiffany. Menacingly,

room had congealed, and the temperature dropped by a few degrees. A shiver danced

smug look on Tiffany’s face remained. She seemed snooty, even emboldened by the fact that she was

up and pounced onto me, clawing at my arm.

at her with such hatred that

time witnessing this side of Ashton. She gaped at him, cowering

muscular arm suddenly shot out and grabbed Tiffany’s neck in a

that it frightened even Joseph, who was used by now