Even though Alastair frequently criticized Julian and Caleb, they still fell into the category of highly successful individuals in the business world. His grandfather simply had absurdly high standards."Not that remarkable, Uncle. After all, I do not have much experience yet," Seth deflected smoothly. He would not attack immediately.In truth, Seth was waiting to see if Gareth would recognize him as part of Delizco. But the politician did not seem to realize it yet. Or perhaps Gareth's acting skills truly surpassed Tracy's."Do not sell yourself short like that!" Alastair snapped in disagreement. "There are times when you must boast, and tonight is the perfect moment. Show off your capabilities like the rest of them!"Alastair then turned and asked for the black leather folder back from Lucian's hands. "Just so you know, Gareth. Among everyone in this room, Seth generated the highest profit margin."Proudly and impatiently wanting to show off, Alastair handed the portfolio folder to

[Target Nancy Olympus experiences a severe mental breakdown! Wondering how you discovered her biggest secret! +1,022 Points]"I know what I need to know," Seth answered casually, sliding both hands into his trouser pockets."Just focus on your fashion company and your acting career. You don't need to bother approaching me or digging into my life. None of that will be of any use to you."Nancy gritted her teeth. Annoyance, shame, and sheer rage mixed violently on her face.However, she had absolutely no other choice. Her biggest secret rested firmly in this dangerous young man's hands. If Seth opened his mouth in front of Alastair, Nancy's career and life would be ruined tonight.With trembling hands, Nancy turned around and walked briskly back to the living room without looking back.[Target Nancy Olympus suffers a crushing defeat! Feeling extremely frustrated and powerless! +1,211 Points]After making sure the hallway was completely empty, Seth stepped aside near a large window overl

But thinking about it took time, and Gareth interrupted his train of thought as cigarette smoke blew his way, speaking far more softly now."Seeing you stand here, Seth... you truly look like your father. It is like looking at a young Lonan—when he was still young and strong."Gareth then looked down and shook his head, full of sorrow. "I deeply regret that Lonan just disappeared back then. And I regretted it even more afterward; because I could not help him."Seth's eyes narrowed sharply. "Help him with what?"Gareth furrowed his brow, looking at Seth in surprise. "You do not know?"Seth had to clench his jaw hard. He glanced at his system once more. The number crawled to 17,877.'Damn it, just a little more!' Seth cursed inwardly. He desperately wanted to hack into Gareth's head this very second to find out what the man was hiding."Actually, Lonan had wanted to see your mother—Evelyn—for a very long time. But he couldn't. He even complained to me, but I couldn't help him back then,

Seth clicked his tongue, amused by the absurd guess, but he held back his laughter because the situation demanded seriousness."I am apologizing because I involved you as the lead programmer at Delizco."Chloe's mouth fell open in silence again. She had rejected and cursed at him dozens of times when Seth first forced her to work for Delizco, but now that Seth actually called that step a mistake, Chloe felt her mind go blank—she could not simply agree.Seth's shift in attitude felt too drastic."That decision will ultimately burden you and put you in a highly dangerous situation," Seth explained, locking his eyes onto Chloe.Chloe instantly waved her hand and laughed dismissively, trying to lighten the suddenly tense atmosphere."Oh, come on. You are overreacting, Seth. I face no danger at all. In the end, those idiots who wanted the program attacked Tracy, not me."Seth shook his head firmly. "The attack on Tracy only served as the beginning. The situation will most likely escalate i

Seth fixed his gaze on the pair of thin hands resting in his grip. He held them tightly, even though their owner—Chloe—had already fallen asleep.Chloe had cried while clutching his hands earlier, and she continued to do so now. She refused to let go even after Seth moved her onto the bed. The girl had cried hysterically until exhaustion took over, falling asleep in his arms.Seth continued to watch her in silence. He saw Chloe in such a broken and helpless state for the very first time.Until now, Chloe always presented herself as an arrogant, cynical girl or pretended to be a hyperactive idiot. Tonight, however, that mask shattered completely. The terror of trauma clearly resisted easy erasure.Seth let out a soft sigh. He reached out and stroked the top of Chloe's head as she snored softly."What do you want to do after this?" he whispered into the silence of the room, illuminated only by the glow of the monitor.His hand moved down slowly, intending to brush away a strand of hair