Chapter 339
Chapter 339 Discovery
Ariana, watching Triny’s hesitation, said bluntly, “Enough with the buts. You art students always act so reserved, unlike us science and engineering girls who are more straightforward. If you want to wait, then keep waiting. But don’t cry later when another woman beats you to it.” With that, she pulled out her phone.
Triny’s face tightened with unease. She knew Ariana was right – she should take the initiative. But Sebastian’s constant coldness always forced her to retreat. On top of that, her upbringing as a high-society heiress reminded her to guard her image at all times. Her pride and her sense of dignity simply would not allow her to be too forward.
Meanwhile, outside Empire Group headquarters, Lillian stood gazing at the massive building. The bold letters spelling “Empire Group” soared into the sky. She had been to branch offices before, but this was her first time at the main headquarters.
The M-shaped structure loomed over Kingston’s tech district like a giant. Its exterior walls were made entirely of black glass, impenetrable from the outside, the sleek design radiating a futuristic allure.
Standing before the tower, Lillian took out her phone and dialed.
The call connected within two seconds, and a deep, magnetic male voice came through. “Lillian, missing me already p>
Lillian smiled. “That’s right. I’ve fallen for your charms, so I’d like to invite Mr. Whitmore to join me for dinner. Would you do me the honor p>
“Where are you?” Sebastian asked directly.
Lillian tilted her head back toward the skyscraper’s top floors, smiling. “Right before your eyes p>
Inside the conference room, Sebastian rose to his feet and walked to the floor-to-ceiling window. Down below, a tiny figure stood, but even at such a distance, he knew instantly – it was Lillian.
The others in the room exchanged knowing looks. Ever since the chairman’s public display of affection during a meeting, everyone in the company knew he had a fiancée. From the expression on his face, there was no doubt who was on the other end of the call.
“Stay right there. Don’t move. Wait for me.” He ended the call and swept his sharp gaze across the room. “Redo all of the plans. Every last one p>
Then he strode out of the conference room.
Down in the bustling lobby, the exclusive elevator chimed and its doors slid
open.
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Sebastian stepped out, walking briskly.
Triny’s heart leapt. Could it be he knew she was here and had rushed down to see her?
But just as she felt a surge of joy, he walked straight past and headed outside.
Her excitement froze into shock.
Ariana moved to her side, watching his retreating back. “Wait, wasn’t he coming for us?” She hurried after him.
Triny followed closely.
But as they stepped outside, the sight before them shattered every last one of Triny’s hopes.
Sebastian strode straight to a young woman, swept her into his arms, and spun her in a circle. His face lit up with a smile so tender, so radiant, that neither Triny nor Ariana had ever seen before.
The scene stunned them both.
“Is this really my ice-cold cousin?” Ariana murmured in disbelief.
Triny stared at the sight, her heart splintering apart. Tears welled instantly in her eyes, and she turned and fled.
Ariana looked after her, then back at Sebastian not far away, and sighed. “So another woman really did beat her to it.” With that, she ran after Triny.
Lost in their happiness, Sebastian and Lillian had no idea that their public display would soon set off a shockwave between both families.
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