Chapter 1986

Looking at his reflection in the mirror, Ryan's rugged features-his sculpted cheekbones, deep-set eyes, and short, graying hair-evoked the image of a hardy, weathered pine tree standing resolute against a snowy backdrop. But the youthful edge he once possessed had long since faded.

Just then, a knock on the door interrupted his thoughts.

Ryan walked over and opened the door.

A playful smirk played on his lips as he said, "Justin."

Justin raised his eyebrows slightly and lifted the plastic bag in his hand. "My wife sent me over to dye your hair, Chairman Hoffman."

Ryan's eyelashes fluttered as he gave a mischievous grin, a glimpse of his youthful charm shining through. "Honestly, I'm not too sure about your skills, Mr. Salvador."

"Let's give it a try. If it turns out badly, this one's on the house."

The two brothers looked at each other and smiled-a lightheartedness they had not felt in a long time.

With a barber drape around his shoulders, Ryan sat in front of the mirror while Justin stood behind him, patiently applying the dye to his hair.

joke, "We promised to grow old together, but here

in you," Justin said. He glanced at Ryan's head full of white hair, trying to sound casual, though there

mind, but I'm afraid you'll

"Jealous?"

that I have a higher rank, jealous that I look more mature and steady...

his eyes slightly, the comb catching on a tangled patch of hair, causing Ryan to wince in pain.

his hair fully dyed, Ryan stood side by side

were the ambitious and admired rising stars of the business

sending you off to get married." Ryan let out a hearty laugh

a light pink dress specially designed for her

had long sleeves, a high neckline, and a full-length

helped Carrie get ready in front of the mirror. As she looked at her own radiant

tiniest imperfection. "The chest area is a bit loose.

lost a lot of weight due to her illness, leaving her frail and

long neck looks beautiful with the high neckline." Bella quickly tried to smooth things over, fearing Roza might

she looks

innocent and naive, did not fully grasp the meaning, but Roza understood perfectly. The two

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