MainNovelChapter 830: At that instant, Linden realized Daniela and her group were not like Elyse or Natalie, who could be easily manipulated. These were not individuals to trifle with.
Swiftly touching his nose, Linden made a quick exit from the corridor.
Meanwhile, inside the treatment room, Lee was attending to Daniela.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"You've been well for so long. What went wrong today?" With a rueful smile, Daniela replied, "Just an unexpected twist, nothing more." Lee's brow furrowed. "You've been off your meds for a while now; such occurrences are unusual. Remember, medication has its side effects. It's detrimental over time. You must take better care of yourself." Daniela acknowledged with a nod. "I understand." Lee continued, "You only took a little medication this time, but next time, don't let your emotions spiral. Otherwise, you might need continuous treatment, which would severely impact your health. You're aware of the risks, aren't you?" Daniela nodded once more.
Outside the room, Lillian listened intently to Lee's advice, her expression darkening, shrouded in shadow like the night.
The charity auction had just wrapped up, and Cedric escorted Lydia toward Elite Lux.
Lydia's red gown shimmered under the lights, drawing lingering gazes from passersby.
She glanced at Cedric, then arched a brow.
People often described this rebellious CEO as cold, ruthless, and unapproachable, exuding a sharp, commanding presence. And he never showed interest in women.
Lydia had joined Phillips Group because of him.
At first, she thought getting close to Cedric would be impossible. She had been strategizing ways to approach him when, out of nowhere, she received an invitation to the charity auction.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmShe had dressed to impress, but the entire night, Cedric had never once spared her a glance. However, when Daniela appeared, a flicker of emotion crossed Cedric's usually cold expression. Now, Cedric's face was unreadable. Was it worry, frustration, or maybe even irritation? Lydia let out a soft chuckle. "Mr. Phillips, am I just a convenient distraction tonight?" Cedric had grown up in an orphanage, hardened by a life that left little room for conscience.
Guilt was a foreign feeling except when it cto Daniela To him? v everyone else was insignificant.
He leaned back, exuding effortless arrogance, his tone as indifferent as ever. "If I recall, your contract states that when an opportunity for exposure arises, you're supposed to cooperate with the company's arrangements. So, there's no question of diversions. It's mutual benefit, nothing more."
Lydia was momentarily taken aback before a slow smile curved her lips. "You're brutally honest, Mr. Phillips," NO she murmured, shifting slightly, her silhouette illuminated by the car lights, a deliberate flirtation. "Stop the car." Cedric's expression darkened.
Lydia froze for a moment.
Visit our social media platform to read fascinating stories every day and connect with the community!
