Ch. 156..160: Begging For A Reconciliation Chapter 156-160
Chapter 156
Leah hurried aside to pick up the call. “Where are you, Ian?”
Ian seemed to hesitate for a short while.
Those few seconds felt like a century.
Ian sighed. He sounded dejected as he softly spoke, “Sarah, could you drop by the office for a bit? I have something I need to tell you.”
Leah glanced at the time on her cellphone to find that it was now seven in the evening. He should’ve been off work ages ago.
She had so much she wanted to ask him but knew that some matters couldn’t be discussed over the phone.
Thus, she answered, “Okay, I’m coming.”
“Yeah. Take care.” He still sounded so gentle and no different from how he had always spoken to her.
Yet, Leah felt her heart drop.
What had happened so far had left her with a growing sense of unease.
Sasha approached her as she hung up the phone to ask, “Weren’t you two getting engaged, Sarah?”
Leah glanced at her. She, of course, knew what Sasha was expecting.
She ignored Sasha and spoke to Ron. “Ian wants me at the office.”
“Why?” Ron frowned. “What is it that he won’t tell you?”
“I don’t know. But I have to go,” Leah said.
Ron nodded and spoke with absolution. “Alright, I’m coming with you.”
Leah’s brows furrowed as she hesitated. “But…”
Ron interrupted her without a second thought. “No buts. He won’t tell you anything. What if this is a trap? I can protect you. Don’t worry, I won’t interrupt the two of you when you need to talk.”
The situation was one out of her expectations. With his tone remaining incontestable, she could only acquiesce. “Alright.”
“I have a car in the garage. I’ll drive over. Wait for me.” Ron then sped down the stairs and left.
Leah then turned her attention to Sasha.
She then spoke placidly, “I don’t care what you’re trying to do. I’ll leave you alone as long as you stay in your lane.”
“Oh?” Sasha suddenly broke into a smile.
Leah’s expression shifted.
Sasha had turned into a completely different person in Ron’s absence and was staring sinisterly at Leah. “Do you really think you can do anything to me? Oh, Sarah White, you truly are naive.”
Leah frowned. “What do you mean?”
“Gordon White is dead. The Whites are now in no position to back you up. You’re just relying on Ian right now. But if he turns his sights on me, do you think you can do anything to me?” Sasha spoke viciously.
Leah was in disbelief.
Ian turning his sights on you?
“You’d be wrong then. Forget whether or not he would look your way. If you get in my way, I have countless means of dealing with you even if he intends to protect you.” Leah looked askance at her and spoke in an indifferent tone, “Try and see what happens.”
Sasha had gone pale as her hands clenched into fists.
She hadn’t expected her provocations to be completely ineffective.
Could a person truly change to such an extent within two years?
Leah then made her way down and left just in time for Ron to arrive. She wordlessly got into the car.
Ron glanced at Leah from the corner of his eyes and raised a brow. “What’s wrong? You don’t look too good. Did that woman say something to you?”
Leah only felt fatigue rush over her as she massaged her temples. “It’s nothing.”
“Oh.” Ron nodded. “There’s always something when you say it’s nothing. Should I get someone to do away with her?”
Leah was rendered speechless.
She glared at Ron and warned, “You better not try anything. That’s not good for you.”
Ron laughed helplessly as he turned the steering wheel. He gave her a teasing smile. “Do you really think that the blood on my hands would lessen with that?”
Leah looked straight at Ron.
After a long while, Ron tilted his head and smiled wickedly. “I’m joking. Don’t worry. That woman isn’t worthy of my attention.”
Leah swept a glance at him. “That’d better be the case.”
They fell into silence until the car came to a halt before the company headquarters twenty minutes later.
It was now after work hours. The huge company building was sparsely populated. Only employees who were working overtime mingled.
Leah and Ron took an elevator up and arrived before the door to the president’s office.
Ron’s assistant, Todd, was guarding the door and was immediately on alert when he noticed Leah and Ron arriving together.
“Is Ian inside?” Leah asked Todd.
Todd nodded as he looked at Leah. “Mr. Sanders is waiting for you inside, Ms. White.”
As he spoke, he glanced hesitantly at Ron. “But Second Young Master, you can’t go in.”
Ron sneered arrogantly and questioned, “On what grounds?”
Leah, afraid he would cause trouble quickly cut in, “Wait for me. We’re already here. Nothing will happen. You just promised me.”
Ron pursed his lips as he watched Leah before nodding and grunting coldly.
Leah took a deep breath and pushed open the office door.
Ian was currently seated on the couch with a cup of coffee in hand. He looked unwell.
“You’re here, Sarah.” Ian smiled when he saw her. “Sit. Want some coffee?”
Leah shook her head, sat down before him, and got straight to the point. “Why didn’t you come to the engagement party? Did something happen?”
The smile on Ian’s face faltered.
He sighed and looked up after seemingly having gathered his courage. “Sarah, about our engagement… Let’s call it off.”
Leah did not look the least bit surprised.
She did not care whether or not the engagement was happening. All she wanted to know was what happened to Ian to have him suddenly change his mind.
“Okay.” Leah immediately agreed.
Ian clenched his hands before loosening them again.
He smiled as he said, “I’ll still keep my promise to take care of you even if we don’t get engaged.”
Leah shook her head. “That’s not important. I just want to know what happened to you today, Ian and why you want to call the engagement off.”
Pain crossed Ian’s pale countenance.
However, it was so quick that Leah failed to catch a glimpse of it.
Ian smiled apologetically as he said, “I have my reasons.”
Leah didn’t believe him and stared straight at him. After a short pause, she suddenly asked, “Is Sasha the reason?”
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Ian’s smile faded.
Leah knew Ian and Sasha had nothing going on between them. She also understood that Ian had never lied to her. He would rather keep it to himself to the ends of the earth.
The look on his face after her mention of Sasha implied he knew that she would be angry when she found out. Yet, he still chose to hide it.
“It wasn’t on purpose, Sarah. I’m sorry.” Ian lowered his gaze and sighed.
Leah quietly waited for him to explain, but he defaulted to silence.
She pursed her lips and asked, “So, you’re not going to explain anything to me?”
Ian looked at her as emotions surged in his heart.
He wanted to explain, wanted to tell her why, hug her and tell her that it wasn’t like that.
That would only trouble her. It hadn’t been easy for her to escape and gain a second chance at life. Her future still held endless possibilities. She shouldn’t be wasting her time on him.
He knew that she would remain by his side without hesitation as long as he said the word.
But he couldn’t be selfish.
Hating him would be an easier way out… This way, she would leave with a broader view of the world.
There were far fewer regrets in hate.
Ian’s fingers curled up before he looked up with a smile. “Yes. I regret it.”
Leah lurched and gave him a suspicious look as she waited for him to elaborate.
Ian still had such a gentle expression, and yet his words left her out in the cold.
“I had wanted to marry you, but Sasha’s return made me regret it,” Ian said. “Sasha and I were childhood sweethearts. We grew up together. These feelings I have aren’t an easy thing to give up. I think I prefer being by her side.”
Leah looked expressionlessly at him and stared right into his eyes in search of signs of deceit.
Ian, however, looked as he always did, complete with his gentle smile.
Leah shook her head. “I don’t believe you.”
Ian looked down and said cruelly, “I don’t care whether you believe it or not. I regret this. I don’t want to marry you. I don’t want to bet my future on you.”
Leah sighed and asked, “Ian, if something is bothering you, just tell me. We’ll solve it together.”
Ian’s fingers twitched in response.
He was so close to faltering.
Yet, how could he?
“You’re looking too much into this.” Ian looked straight at her. “I’ve never loved you. I just sympathized with you. Your past with Han Howard also bothers me. There’s nothing more to say. I made up my mind.”
Leah’s expression grew steely.
Her hands clutched the straps of her bag as if it was the only way she could provide herself with courage.
“So, it’s my past you despise?” Leah asked him seriously.
Ian went quiet at that and the office fell into a lengthy silence.
Then, he spoke in a gentle, slow tone, “Yes.”
“Alright.” Leah got to her feet. “It’s okay. I respect your decisions. Thank you for everything you’ve done for me, Ian. I also appreciate your honesty. We’re still friends. If you ever find yourself needing help, feel free to contact me.”
Ian was still smiling but it never reached his eyes.
He got up to see her out. “There’s no need. We should cut off contact with each other. Sasha might get angry.”
Leah’s eyes were rimmed red.
She nodded. “Alright. It’s up to you.”
“I will handle the transfer of the company’s shares as soon as possible. Everything you’ve been owed will be paid back in full,” Ian continued.
“Okay.”
“You should go. Don’t come back.” He finally sighed.
Leah looked at him. “Have you been lying to me this whole time?”
Ian stared at her red eyes.
Why was she crying? Was she crying because of me?
In the past, he would experience sleepless nights with just a frown from her. Yet, he found himself being too cowardly to go up to her and hold her in his arms despite being the reason she was close to tears.
Ian could only sigh mentally.
He didn’t want to answer and yet there was no chance of him turning back.
The smile on Ian’s face gradually subsided. “Yes.”
Leah no longer knew what emotions she was feeling.
They were attached at the hip from the moment they met. It was he who stayed by her side at the darkest time in her life.
They were finally getting better and yet he was saying that he didn’t want her anymore.
“Okay.” Leah gave him a look. “I wish you all the happiness.”
With that, she opened the door and left without looking back.
Ian watched as she left and the office fell back into silence.
It was as if he instantly lost all strength in his body and flopped down onto the couch in complete disarray.
Todd, his assistant, pushed open the door and came inside as he was worried for Ian. “Mr. Sanders…”
Ian waved his hand, motioning for him to stop talking.
“Huh? What happened?” Ron hurried after Leah.
However, Leah simply rushed forward and ignored him.
Her steps were increasing in speed with no intention of slowing down.
When they finally arrived at the first floor of the company, Ron tugged on her arm.
Leah brushed him off but did not break away, only inclining her head and biting on her lips without saying a word.
Ron had originally intended to tease her but the teasing smile on his face stiffened when he caught sight of her glazed and red-rimmed eyes.
He was taken aback. “You’re crying?”
Leah shook her head. “I’m not.”
Ron chuckled. This woman was blatantly lying.
He knew she wanted to stay strong. That was why she refused to admit it. So, he went along with it. “Okay. You’re not crying. Can you please just slow down then? Where are you going? I’ll give you a ride.”
Leah replied, “None of your business. I’m taking a walk.”
Ron shook his head. “Nope. I’m coming with you.”
Leah glared at him. “You’re so annoying.”
Ron smiled helplessly. “Do you think I’m this way to just anyone? If you were any other woman, I wouldn’t even bother with you.”
After fighting with him for a while, the dark cloud hanging over Leah dissipated.
She sucked in a breath to regain control of her emotions and said, “I’m starving. Let’s get some food, Ron.”
“Sure thing.” Ron smiled eagerly, eyes blazing. “What are you feeling? I’ve got money.”
Leah was amused by his behavior and grinned widely as she answered, “Spicy chili beef.”
Ron was taken aback. “…Ah?”
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He expected daughters of the noble families would prefer exquisite or luxurious dishes.
Yet the lady before him simply wanted to eat crispy chili beef, which took him by surprise.
Leah saw his confused face and raised her brows, “What? Do you not like it?” She asked.
Ron looked down at her for a while before shaking his head and laughed. He reached his hand out to pinch Leah’s cheeks in a sudden.
Leah was stunned and covered her cheeks with her hands after a moment. “What are you doing?” She frowned at him and asked.
“Nothing,” Ron answered as he showed his signature evil smile, “Just felt that you’re cute.”
Leah paused before rolling her eyes and mumbled out, “…Stupid.”
Ron grabbed her by the arm and walked, “I know the exact place to eat the best and authentic crispy chili beef. Come on, I’ll bring you there!” He exclaimed.
Soon, Ron drove Leah to a somewhat secluded place.
In front of them was a narrow and long alley. With only a few street lamps on the side, the alley was quite dim-looking.
It was nine in the evening. Arriving at such a place after being in a busy street certainly made Leah wary.
Ron opened the car door and got off. He turned around to see Leah’s face and felt somewhat hilarious, “Why? You think I’m kidnapping you?” He chuckled.
Leah took a glance at him and pouted as she shook her head.
She had known Ron for a long time. He might not be a great guy, but he had never done something that would hurt her.
Ron pushed her shoulders and urged, “Let’s go! I promise it’ll never disappoint you.”
The two of them walked through the narrow alley and to Leah’s surprise, there was a hidden food haven behind it.
It was a busy food street. All kinds of roadside stalls were set up along the long narrow path and Leah could smell the different scents emitting from the food stalls.
Men and women of all ages sat at the roadside enjoying their food and drinks. Although they were eating street food, they looked as if they were enjoying exquisite delicacies.
Leah was shocked by the view before her.
A haven like this existed in Linkville?
“What are you standing there for? Don’t you want to eat chili beef? Come on!” Ron exclaimed as he pulled on Leah’s arm and walked across several stalls, and finally stopped before a stall with “Andrews’ Spicy Beef” written on a wooden sign.
“Mr Andrews! Give me two portions of chili beef!” Ron ordered with ease.
“Sure! Go ahead and pick some appetizers to eat!” The middle-aged man known as Mr Andrews looked up in the midst of chaos happening in the kitchen. After seeing Ron, his smile grew wider and exclaimed, “Oh, it’s Ron! What brings you here?”
Ron passed a tray to Leah and replied to Mr Andrews, “I brought a friend to taste your dishes.”
Mr Andrews’ gaze then stopped at Leah and immediately grinned widely, “Your girlfriend, huh?” He asked.
Leah’s face froze as she heard that and quickly waved her hands, trying to explain, “No…”
“Never mind him, Mr Andrews is busy right now. Let’s just order,” Ron urged before she could explain.
The two of them chose their side dishes and picked the spiciness of their dishes. Leah picked the medium level for spiciness, while Ron picked extreme. They sat around a table nearby after dropping off their orders to Mr Andrews.
Ron’s gaze grew gentler as he looked around their surroundings, “Told you. How do you like this place?” He asked Leah cheerfully.
“How did you find this place?” Leah curiously asked.
Ron grinned and answered, “When I was poor, I enjoyed eating the food here. Ever since, I’ve eaten every single snack there is on this street. Even though I ain’t poor now, I always miss the taste here.” Ron showed a thumbs-up and praised, “It’s very authentic.”
As they chatted, the dishes were served. Leah took a bite of the beef and agreed with Ron, “It’s delicious!”
The crispy chili beef was spicy enough to dye Leah’s lips and cheeks red. Nevertheless, she enjoyed it very much.
As for Ron, who ordered the extreme level of spiciness, the dish made him teared up.
Leah found his face hilarious looking and laughed.
“What are you laughing at?” Ron looked at her with clear eyes and asked.
“It’s nothing.” Leah chuckled.
Ron nodded and suddenly leaned closer, “So, why were you crying?” He asked.
Leah paused as she did not expect his question.
She did not know why she was crying too. She had almost forgotten her feelings back at that moment.
“It’s nothing, really.” Leah twirled her fork around the dish and mumbled out, “Ian called off our engagement.”
“What? Why? Wasn’t he eager to get married to you?” Ron widened his eyes in disbelief.
Leah smiled and sighed, “Well, this is what grown ups’ relationships are.”
Ron’s mouth slightly opened as he wanted to know more, but it was clear that Leah did not want to talk about the topic anymore.
The two of them walked out of the alley after they finished eating.
Leah’s mood was much better after the meal.
“Where to next?” Ron asked.
Leah shook her head and replied, “I’m getting sleepy. Let’s go home for now.”
“Sure, let me send you home then,” Ron compiled.
He drove Leah back to the White mansion. As Leah got out of the car, she gave Ron a warm smile and thanked, “Thank you, Ron.”
“You don’t have to thank me!” Ron patted her head as he replied.
Leah then turned around and walked towards the mansion.
“Oh, right,” Ron suddenly called out to Leah and she turned her head while looking at him with a questioned face, “There’s a banquet tomorrow and you’re coming with me!”
“No, I don’t…” Leah frowned and tried to refuse.
But Ron did not bother to hear her reply and simply shouted back, “Alright, bye!”
Ron then left the mansion and drove straight to the Sanders residence.
Walking into the living room, he looked mad. Mrs Sanders was watching the television when he barged in, “What are you doing here? Get out!” She instantly warned him.
“Where’s Ian?” Ron glared at her menacingly and asked.
Mrs Howard was scared by his death glare.
Meanwhile, Ian walked down from upstairs. As he came down, he asked, “What’s going on?”
He saw a brief sinister expression on Ron’s face. Ron promptly stepped forward and yanked onto Ian’s collar before punching him hard on the face.
Mrs Howard’s face turned pale in fear, “What on Earth are you doing?” She shrieked.
“What am I doing?” Ron looked at Ian dead in the eyes and yelled, “You should know what you’ve done to Leah!”
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Ian wanted to move away from Ron’s grip, but he was stunned when he heard Leah’s name.
Ron punched the corner of Ian’s jaw again. Ian’s face was knocked to one side and blood began dripping down from the corner of his mouth.
“What are you doing?” Mrs. Sanders quickly rushed forward and pushed Ron away. “Get out of here! Stay away from my son! You brat! If you dare to hit my son again, I will call the police!”
“Call the police? Ask your son if he dares to call the police!” Ron sneered.
Trembling, Mrs. Sanders sobbed as she wiped the blood from the corner of Ian’s mouth. However, Ian stopped her. “Mom, leave us alone. I have something to talk to Ron.”
“What if he beats you again?” Mrs. Sanders was worried.
“No, he won’t.” Ian patted Mrs. Sanders’s hand to reassure her.
Mrs. Sanders hesitated. She wanted to say something but stopped on second thought. Finally, she went back to her room as Ian requested.
Ian sat down on the couch and asked, “Are you the one who took Sarah away today?”
“So what? I thought you would bring her happiness, but you made her cry. I will not allow her to stay with you anymore!” Ron hated Ian for what he had done.
Ian always looked calm but Ron was impetuous. In fact, Ron wanted to let everyone know how hypocritical Ian was.
Nonetheless, when Ian heard that Leah was crying, his heart was heartbroken. He knew it was his fault. How could he blame her? Leah could no stay with him anymore after what he had done to her.
“Ron, do you like Leah?” Ian asked seriously, raising his head.
Ron did not expect Ian would ask him such a straightforward question. After all, Leah was his fiancee before.
“It’s none of your business!” Ron could not help but sneer.
Hearing that, Ian shook his head. “I know you, Ron. You won’t be so good to a woman for no reason. You like Leah, right?”
Looking at Ian’s calm face, Ron somehow felt exasperated. What is he doing? Why is he so calm asking me that question? In Ron’s eyes, Ian did not deserve Leah at all.
“Yes, I like her. So what? Why don’t you give up on her and let me take care of her instead?” Ron provoked Ian intentionally.
Unexpectedly, Ian nodded his head and replied, “Okay. If that’s what you want.”
Ron could not believe his ears. He squinted his eyes and asked again, “What? What did you say just now?”
“I said okay if that’s what you want,” Ian repeated, looking at Ron seriously. “Although you are imprudent, I know you are serious when it comes to relationships. Leah will be happy with you.”
However, Ron felt Ian’s words funny. How could he give up Leah like that?
“I don’t need your consent to be with Leah. You don’t deserve her, you know?” Ron looked at Ian coldly. ”I will be good to her, not because of you, but because she is worth it.”
Hearing that, Ron’s felt her heart ached. He knew he would lose Leah forever. However, what could he do? He only had five years left. He did not want to ruin the rest of Leah’s life.
“Okay.” Ian nodded and smiled at Ron, “Thank you.”
“I don’t need you to thank me.” Ron felt outraged seeing Ian. He warned, “Remember what you said today.”
After saying that, Ron took his coat. However, just as he was about to leave, footsteps came from the stairs. It was Sasha. She cried as soon as she saw Ian, “Ian! What happened? Why are you injured?”
Ron could not forget how miserable Leah was when she saw Sasha. However, how could Ian let Sasha stay with him when he knew Leah hated Sasha so much?
Ron could not help glaring at Sasha as he turned around. Ron was a ruthless guy, and his eyes were as cold as the king of hell. It sent shivers down Sasha’s spine.
Subconsciously, Sasha wanted to run away
The next second, she heard Ron asking, “You did all these because of this woman?” Ron then looked at Ian contemptuously. “You’d better keep an eye on her. Don’t let her show up in front of me, or else, I’ll kill her.” After saying that, Ron left without looking back.
Hearing that, Sasha could not help but quiver. She was stunned for a long time before walking up to Ian. “Ian, I…”
“Did you hear that?” Ian suddenly raised his head and glanced at her expressionlessly. He was always gentle, but when he looked at others coldly, one could feel she was falling into an ice cellar.
“Huh?” Sasha was in a daze.
“You’d better behave yourself, or I can’t even protect you,” said Ian with an expressionless face.
Hearing that, Sasha’s face turned pale. She was rendered speechless
It was the weekend. The doorbell rang when Leah was still sleeping. She had forgotten what Ron had said yesterday. She was awakened by the doorbell. In pajamas, she walked impatiently to answer the door.
A silver Maserati was parked outside, and Ron was smoking while leaning against the door.
Seeing Leah, Ron quickly stubbed out the cigarette and greeted her, “Good morning! Feeling better today?”
Leah was speechless. She was not feeling any better at all. She opened the door and asked, “Why are you here so early?”
“Because I miss you so much. We haven’t seen each other for a day. Anyway, we can’t waste any more time. You promised me yesterday.” Ron pursed his lips and looked around.
Leah was wearing a white cotton pajama, with a loose bun on her head. Compared with her usual look, she looked like a high school student now. Although her pajama was loose, it was not difficult to see her slender waist.
Ron could not help but whistle.
Leah rolled her eyes. “What did I promise you? You show up suddenly without my permission.”
Hearing that, Ron shook his head. “But I’m already here. Why don’t you just go with me?”
With an expressionless face, Leah walked to the kitchen and poured a glass of water for Ron.
“Where are you bringing me?” she asked. She had to choose a dress according to the occasion, so she had to ask him in advance.
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With his legs stretched, Ron leaned back on the couch and looked at Leah with a smile. “I’m bringing you to the welcoming party for the newly appointed boss of the underworld.”
“What is that?” Leah frowned. “Underground?” she wondered what Ron meant.
Somehow, Leah recalled when Ron was chased by some people in Euphoria Land two years ago. In the end, she had to set a fire and burnt down the whole gambling clubhouse.
It was the first time she saw such an evil world. She remembered her heart was beating so fast that it was about to jump out of her skin. Why was Ron taking her to such a party now?
Without hesitation, Leah refused, “No, I’m not going to that party with you.” She did not want to have anything to do with that circle.
”Why? Are you scared?” Ron squinted his eyes and glanced at Leah with a faint smile. He then stood up and asked, “Guess who is the new boss?”
Leah could not help but frown. She did not care who the new boss was. Why was Ron asking her that? Was it because…
Leah’s eyes widened in disbelief. She looked at Ron and asked, “Don’t tell me it’s you?”
“Bingo. That’s why I want to bring you to the party with me,” Ron said with a smile.
“Then I better not go!” Leah refused again.
“If you don’t go with me, I will not be going either!” Ron held Leah’s hand and pleaded.
“But I don’t like to attend such a dinner. I don’t like to go to such a place,” Leah replied with a frown.
“Don’t worry. I’ll be with you, and you can just ignore the others. They won’t dare to mess with you with me around,” Ron assured her.
Hearing that, Leah could not help but sigh. Ron was so determined to bring her. Leah had no choice but nodded after hesitating for a moment.
“I’m only accompanying you to the party. Don’t expect me to do anything else,” Leah warned.
Hearing that, Ron was thrilled. “Okay, go change your clothes. I’ll be waiting for you.”
Leah had no intention to dress formally for the party. She simply chose a black fishtail skirt from her wardrobe, tied up her hair casually, and put on light makeup. After wearing some accessories, she went down again.
Ron knew women took time to dress up, so he did not urge Leah at all.
One and a half hours later, the sound of high heels came from the stairs. Ron looked up subconsciously. He was amazed to see Leah dressed in all black. It was his first time seeing her wearing like that.
The black fishtail skirt outlined Leah’s slender waist and long legs, and also revealed her delicate clavicle. She also wore a silver fishbone necklace, which made her neck look very sexy.
Not only that, Leah had put on light makeup, with peach-colored lipstick. She looked extremely enchanting with that color.
“What are you looking at? Let’s go,” Leah urged Ron when she saw him staring at her.
It was not until then that Ron came to his senses and complemented Leah, “You look so beautiful.”
However, Leah glared at him.
Their car stopped in front of a villa. The villa was luxuriously built. From the outside, it looked as magnificent as a palace.
Leah could not remember there was such a luxurious villa in Linkville two years ago. She got out of the car and looked around. Finally, she asked, “I’ve never seen a villa like this before. Is it newly built?”
A complacent look appeared on Ron’s face. “Well, how do you find the place? Isn’t it great?”
Glancing at Ron, Leah was surprised. “Don’t tell me the villa is yours?”
“Bingo! You’re really a smart girl!” Getting out of the car, Ron bent his arm and gave Leah a glance.
Seeing that, Leah had no choice but to hold his arm.
Many people were already inside the villa by the time Leah and Ron arrived. As soon as they entered the hall, they became the focus of attention.
Ron was good-looking, and he was domineering as usual. Leah, on the other hand, looked elegant and sexy in her black dress. The two were like a perfect match in heaven.
“Congratulations, Boss! We envy you so much. You have both money and woman now.” Some guys walked up to Ron and congratulated him.
Those men were dressed in leather jackets and ripped jeans. Not only that, their hair was a mess. They looked like gangsters attending a formal dinner.
Leah then glanced around the hall. She breathed a sigh of relief. She saw no familiar faces around.
Ron kicked the man who congratulated him impatiently and said, “Shut up and leave us alone”
“All right, all right. We’ll leave Boss and his girlfriend alone. Guess Boss really found his true love.” One of the guys tried to joke.
The party soon started. It was Leah’s first time attending such a party. There was a long table in the huge hall and everyone sat together. The table was full of dishes and wine. It was like a festive gathering.
Ron took Leah to their seats and sat down. While helping her with some salad, Ron asked, “So how do you feel? I said I won’’t let anyone hassle you, right?”
In fact, Ron meant what he said. Many people who wanted to tease him shut up immediately when they saw his stern face.
Leah smiled and nodded slightly.
Seeing her smile, Ron was stunned for a moment. “Leah, you smiled.”
Hearing that, Leah was taken aback.
Ron rested his chin on his hand and kept staring at her, “That’s exactly what I want. You look so pretty when you smile.”
Although Leah was 25 years old, she could not help blushing hearing Ron’s compliments. She lowered her head shyly and murmured, “I’m starving. Let’s eat.”
Right at that moment, someone came from outside the hall and said, “Boss, someone is here for you.”
“Who is it?” Ron asked. However, he still could not take his eyes away from Leah.
“Who else can it be? It must be some bosses from big companies in Linkville. They come after knowing you become the leader of the underground organization.”
”Really?” Ron was not surprised at all. In fact, people in the business circle worked together with them, and it was normal that the big bosses from big companies came to pay him a visit.
Ron was no longer a hooligan fighting on the street. He had power now. “Let them in,” he said.