Leona walked out of the restaurant, her script held tightly in her hands, a radiant smile gracing her face as she greeted the people before her."Okay, I think that's all for today," the director declared, his gaze shifting to Leona. "You, the one who played the female lead in this drama, must give it your all."Leona met his words with unwavering determination. "I promise, Director. I won't let you down."A wave of admiration washed over the supporting female lead as she locked eyes with Leona. "I can't contain my excitement to work with a beauty like you. Pray, do share your secrets for maintaining such a flawless, collagen-infused visage and figure."Leona regarded her with genuine fondness, seeing past the pretentiousness that often veiled other actresses. To her, this young woman was a beacon of joy, a spirited soul who had only recently transitioned into adulthood. Leona gently caressed her head and whispered, "We shall discuss this further during our evening chat."The lady's r

Daphne slammed the front door shut, her face flushed with anger. Amelia, who was engrossed in a phone conversation, quickly sensed the tension and hung up, worry etched on her face."You know I will call you back," Amelia said abruptly, her voice filled with concern. She stood up and hurried over to Daphne. "Daphne, what happened? Did something happen with Tim while you were out?"Daphne glared at her mother, her frustration evident. "No, Mom, it's not about Tim. It's about Ethan. That arrogant jerk thinks he's invincible just because he inherited the Willows fortune. He treated me like dirt, Mom, humiliated me in front of everyone!"Amelia's eyes widened, a mixture of shock and anger crossing her features. "How dare he? He shouldn't forget that he was once a part of this family. We won't let him get away with this, Daphne. He needs to be taught a lesson."Daphne nodded fiercely, her resolve solidifying. "You're right, Mom. Ethan needs to understand that he can't disrespect us without

Meanwhile, inside the company building, Ethan immersed himself in his work as soon as he entered his office, determined to put the encounter with Daphne behind him. He sat behind his grand mahogany desk, surrounded by the trappings of his success. The room exuded an aura of power and control, mirroring the empire he had inherited.Yet, as the day drew to a close and the sun began its descent, a nagging thought lingered in Ethan's mind like a persistent shadow. He couldn't shake off the feeling that Daphne's reappearance was more than just a coincidence. There had to be a deeper motive driving her sudden interest in him.Lost in thought, he leaned back in his leather chair and allowed himself a moment of contemplation. What could Daphne possibly want from him? Why would she seek his help, only to disappear so abruptly? Ethan's analytical mind churned through possibilities, each scenario more intriguing than the last.The most obvious explanation came to him. Daphne's family's bankrupt

A few days later, Ethan walked out of the car and walked into the restaurant and enter to see Daphne looking at him with a smile.He looked at his watch and was surprised to see that she was early. She was never like it while they were still married together.Daphne turned towards Ethan with a smile, her eyes shining with anticipation. She reached out and held his hands, her touch familiar yet distant. Ethan couldn't help but feel a pang of unease, but he quickly masked it with a neutral expression, determined not to show any annoyance on his face."I'm glad you finally decided to meet up with me," Daphne said, her voice filled with genuine excitement.Ethan nodded, his gaze fixed on the floor as they walked into the restaurant. He knew the importance of keeping their rendezvous private, so he had chosen a secluded VIP room in his own family's restaurant. The last thing he wanted was news of their meeting spreading like wildfire.Ethan remained silent, his gaze fixed on the floor as

Ethan exited the restaurant, feeling a sense of relief as he brushed off the affairs of the adulterous pair. However, an unsettling feeling washed over him, making him believe someone was observing him. Yet, every time he turned to investigate, there was no one in sight. Perplexed, he pondered over the identity of the intense gaze, but ultimately decided to push it aside and carry on.As he approached his car, preparing to drive away, the sensation of being watched returned, this time emanating from the very restaurant he had just left. Intrigued and unwilling to ignore it any longer, Ethan made up his mind to delve deeper into the mystery. He peered back at the establishment, hoping to catch a glimpse of the person fixated on him, but to no avail. The enigma deepened, fueling Ethan's curiosity further."Something feels off. Could it be those gangs again? They never seem to learn," he muttered, accompanied by a sly smirk.Recognizing his unique ability to scan his surroundings with he