Chapter 88 The Arrival of Conflicts
‘Knock knock‘
The crisp sound of knocking abruptly drew everyone’s attention to the private room.
At that moment, Olivia had just taken King’s place and lifted a glass of alcohol to her lips.
The fiery liquid tingled down her throat, prompting an involuntary furrow of her brows.
Finished
Observing her reaction, King swiftly retrieved a handkerchief from his pocket and offered it to her, his voice soft and concerned, “How are you feeling?”
“I’m fine,” Olivia replied, accepting the handkerchief and dabbing at the corner of her lips. “Thank you.”
A subtle chill flickered in King’s eyes as he surveyed the small gathering before him.
His gaze carried a weight of authority, sending an icy ripple through the room.
The assembled dignitaries couldn’t help but feel a sudden sense of unease as if an invisible force pressed down upon them.
Witnessing the scene unfold, Lucas discreetly retreated to a corner, poised to observe the unfolding drama.
King, whom even he dared not provoke, found it audacious for these individuals to challenge his authority!
Inwardly, Lucas couldn’t help but pity them for their misguided bravado.
However, at that precise moment, the door to the private room swung open, revealing an unexpected figure
Nathan!
Lucas was stunned, his mind racing, “Oh no! This just turned into a battlefield…”
Never had he anticipated Nathan’s presence!
And to witness King’s subtle gesture of handing Olivia a handkerchief!
Nathan’s dark eyes narrowed upon entry, a storm brewing within their depths, threatening to unleash chaos.
Beside him, Ethan sensed the tension thickening, akin to a tempest about to erupt.
Equally caught off guard by Nathan’s appearance, Olivia felt a prickling sensation crawl across her scalp as their eyes locked.
Frozen in place, she silently cursed Lucas for his unreliable intel.
Wasn’t Nathan supposed to be a no–show?
Yet here he stood, defying expectations.
Was their information network entirely trustworthy?
Feeling somewhat overwhelmed, she instinctively tightened her grip on her handkerchief, concealing it behind her back as she averted her gaze, unsure of how to respond to his unexpected presence.
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Chapter 88 The Arrival of Conflicts
Why should she hide?
She was here to meet a client, transparently and honestly. What does it have to do with Nathan?
Gathering her composure, Olivia forced her expression to remain neutral.
Finished
Meanwhile, King remained oblivious to Nathan’s identity until Mr. Rodriguez warmly welcomed him, “Mr. Carter, have you graced us with your presence? Please, join us and take a seat…
The dignitaries, previously preoccupied with unsettling Olivia and King, eagerly extended greetings to Nathan, “Mr. Carter, do come in. We were under the impression you wouldn’t make it, but this gathering would be incomplete without you.”
King’s narrowed eyes flickered with latent intensity as he processed the unfolding scene.
Mr. Carter?
Nathan?
The one who had some involvement with Olivia five years ago?
King’s understanding dawned, and he cast a gentle gaze upon Olivia, softly inquiring, “Is he… Liam’s father?”
Olivia lowered her head, offering a subtle nod to confirm.
To onlookers, it appeared as though they were engaged in an intimate conversation, speaking closely and whispering to each other.
Nathan’s eyes turned even colder, a frigid expression settling upon his handsome features.
Sensing the chilling aura emanating from the CEO, Ethan discreetly retreated a few steps, wary of being caught in the crossfire.
Soon, Nathan was ushered in.
With a determined stride, he entered the room, moving past Olivia and King with purpose before sitting on the sofa.
Mr. Rodriguez and the other dignitaries hastened to offer toasts.
However, Nathan remained impassive, his gaze fixed unwaveringly on Olivia as he icily remarked, “Aren’t there still guests awaiting introductions? Shouldn’t they be seated first?”
A shiver ran down Olivia’s spine, a sense of unease settling over her.
She had no desire to confront Nathan in this setting, especially not in King’s presence…
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