Chapter 7

Jacob smirked. This guy still said so stubbornly, but it looked like he was about to explode.

But, is Rosalynn really here to hook up with guys?

Jacob watched as Rosalynn made her way through the crowd. She didn’t hesitate at all and seemed to have a clear goal in mind.

He followed the direction she was going and looked ahead. At the end of the deck, there was a classical music band.

Jacob nudged his chin in the direction of a man and exclaimed, “Hey, isn’t that Wallace, the CEO of Prodigy Inc.?”

Wayne merely cast a casual glance in that direction, clearly unsurprised.

Jacob’s eyes widened in disbelief, “Oh! You said you weren’t attending this party, yet here you are! You knew Wallace would be here, so you came specifically to seek him out! Is it about the project that Secretary Tesdal is handling?”

Wayne’s gaze turned icy, piercing through him as he spoke with disdain, “A mere disposable substitute? She isn’t even deserving of that.”

Jacob: “…”

“I came to the party because Ashley wanted to Wayne added.

Jacob let out an awkward chuckle.

Wayne was typically not one to engage in lengthy conversations, so the more he spoke, the more his guilt became apparent. As this realization dawned upon him, his irritation. and impatience became evident, visibly reflected on his face.

Rosalynn didn’t expect it to be so difficult to approach Wallace.

A few steps away from him, a bodyguard stopped her. “Sorry miss, but no one is allowed to approach him at the moment.”

“I’m looking for Mr. Mason.” Rosalynn said.

The bodyguard’s expression remained neutral If you have any matters to discuss, you can make an appointment with Mr. Mason’s secretary. He’s not dealing with any business today.”

Rosalynn kept silent.

didn’t. show any interest or greed when he saw Rosalynn; in fact, he frowned with a hint of

character and had a strong marriage. Since his wife passed awa Couple of years ago, he had been mourning her and even spent

that the man assumed she was there to bother him. He exchanged a few words with those around him, and

she stood there, Rosalynn overheard Wallace expressing his disappointment to someone nearby. “That harp looks exquisite.

drawn to a gleaming golden harp resting on a

coincidence – Rosalynn’s grandmother had been a famous harpist, and she had learned how to play from her. Although she hadn’t played much in recent years, she’d always play for her grandmother when visiting. Her skills weren’t masterful, but her music

Wallace left, his bodyguard followed,

She took a deep breath and her slender fingers

who was about to enter the banquet hall, stopped in

childhood was etched into her very being, her fingertips

attracted by

intrigue overcoming him.

ago, as she began playing the harp, she emanated an air of

help but be reminded of himself from 40 years earlier when he had first encountered his wife. Jacob and Wayne also took notice of Wallace’s captivation, sensing the

can play

respond. He didn’t know

made her look pure and sacred, untouchable. This made Wayne feel like she was a stranger, incredibly distant from him. It was as if she st five years. wasn’t the same person who had been with him

the darkness in Wayne’s heart

deceived by Rosalynn for

boy, was dragged back

be on a

They wanted him to get to know some big shots, as he would have to deal with them when inheriting the family

business conversations with the guests, Evan found himself growing increasingly bored. However, amidst the monotony, a melodious sound

newfound excitement and intrigue. When Rosalynn finished playing, she

brief silence followed before applause

stood up and curtsied

the corner of her eye,

However, just then…

invitation? Two stern–looking cruise ship staff members approached her, their expressions

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