Kael looked out of the window, his eyes dimmed slightly. 'Perhaps it is time I pay my respects to my parents' graves.'The two most important people had long since passed. No matter how successful he has become, they couldn't see it.He lowered his head and looked down at the file again. Perhaps it was destined for him to return to Zenia now.Back then, he had promised his old man that he would never step foot in the province. Old memories resurfaced. He could still remember the old man's last words. "Very good, Kael. Don't return there and you will be safe. I promised your parents."The old man had held his palm tightly and used his last breath to remind him that, "From the moment I brought you to Solara as a child, Kael Westwood died in Zenia and Kael Cross was born. Don't reopen the skeletons of the past."---The file crumpled in Kael's hand as he snapped out of his thoughts. "I'm sorry, grandfather Cross... I can no longer keep that promise."He had long borne a deep-seated hat

The young man was Henry Rhodes. He was the captain of the college's football team. His family was quite wealthy and well-known in Solara."Henry is right, Maya. Since you said he is your good friend, then he is our friend too. We all should get to know each other," another young man stood up and extended his hand to Kael."Brother, let's get to know each other. Maya only mentioned our names briefly. I will give you a detailed introduction so we can help each other in the future."The smile on his face was too cocky as he gestured at himself. "My name is Tristan Sloan. I am the head of our class. My family owns the Sloan Group of companies.""Oh," Kael nodded politely, accepting the handshake briefly, before withdrawing his hand."Henry, don't sit there like a fool," Tristan turned to his friend, winking suggestively. "Introduce yourself to our new friend."Henry stood and also extended his hand to Kael with a gentle smile."Brother, you don't look like you are still studying so I won'

The stars in the night sky seemed to shine very brightly as the silver Acura TLX drove down the highway at a slow pace. Eventually, it took a turn and left the highway, driving into a lively street.The buildings were beautifully lit up with neon lights and people wandered about. There were different casinos, bars, clubs, lounges and hotels. Ladies in skimpy dresses were hanging around old men. Drunkards were hanging around every corner. The entire area felt shady.Maya's expression changed the further the car drove. She heaved a sigh of relief when they got to the Karaoke Lounge.Henry, Tristan and the others had already gotten to the reserved private room. When Kael walked in, a feeling of nostalgia washed over him.When he was younger, he used to visit Karaoke lounges, but it was just a normal, public Karaoke centre. Not a private room like this one that reeked of luxury.Back then, he had received a nickname because of his captivating voice. Ladies used to call him King of Hearts

The sexy woman Nina looked around the room slowly and her eyes landed on Oliver. Her gaze turned fierce and her lips parted.But before she could speak, Oliver stood up and looked at the tattooed man with disdain."It's me. And what are you going to do about it?"Oliver's tone was full of provocation and didn't look intimidated at all."You want to break my third leg? Who do you think you are?!"The tattooed man threw his head back and laughed like he had just heard the funniest joke in his life. Seeing this, Oliver was infuriated.He picked up a bottle of Dalmore 62 from the table and walked toward the tattooed man.He turned his head to Tristan on the way and sneered, "Tristan, I wasn't joking earlier when I said if I ever see this woman again, I'll make her know what it is to be a real man."He took two long strides towards the tattooed man and swung the bottle in his face."Get out now and I will pretend I didn't hear what you said earlier. But if you refuse to leave..."Oliver ge

At first, Tristan frowned and looked up, but when he saw that Celine's eyes were locked onto Kael, he relaxed. Everyone in the room obviously knew at that moment that she was referring to Kael."I support Celine," Clarissa nodded and agreed. She turned to Maya and held her arm gently. "Maya, even though you said you two are just friends, you must be more careful when choosing a partner later."Maya frowned, but as her lips parted, Clarissa didn't give her a chance to speak. Her eyes darted to Kael's direction as she continued,"What if you end up with men like him? What would you do? He definitely won't be able to protect you or take care of your needs."A wide smile appeared on Henry Rhodes' face as he listened to the ladies. He didn't expect that a small gesture like this would suddenly elevate his status.He smiled at Rico Castillo and nodded vigorously, "Yes, uncle Rico, Oliver is my friend.""Oh," a meaningful smile appeared on Rico's face as he asked, "So you want to plead for