Chapter 140
No, it shouldn’t be possible! How could someone as important as Kieran possibly be interested in Lila?
Then, it dawned on Dorian. Recently, Lila had been close to Noah, so she probably used his name to get the invitation.
He suddenly realized how Lila had gotten the invite for tonight’s event.
It must have been Noah who helped her. What an idiot. He didn’t even realize that the invitation he had given to Lila was now being used to seduce his uncle. How would Noah feel if he found out?
But even so, Dorian still felt disgusted by the situation.
He wanted to storm over and drag Lila away, but he dared not make a scene in front of Kieran. If he offended him, his future would be a nightmare.
It seemed that the people on the second floor sensed Dorian’s sharp gaze. Kieran shifted his body and glanced down at Dorian coldly.
Standing at the top, with his imposing aura that commanded respect, Dorian felt an overwhelming pressure.
He forced himself to meet the man’s gaze, but Kieran quickly looked away with indifference as though Dorian was no more significant than a tiny ant.
Dorian felt humiliated. He was certain that Lila had said something to make Kieran think poorly of him. So, his resentment toward Lila only deepened.
Meanwhile, Lila kept glancing at her exclusive invitation, unaware of the brief moment of tension Kieran had experienced.
She narrowed her eyes and smiled, but the sparkle in her gaze remained.
“Go handle your business first, and make sure to rest early after you’re done.” Kieran’s voice was gentle, his lips curved in a smile.
The soft yellow light that fell on his face warmed his originally cold features, his expression becoming more serene, like the hazy glow of moonlight.
Lila was slightly dazed before quickly snapping back to her senses. She then replied like a well-behaved child, “I’ll go now.”
She moved down the stairs while Cole approached Kieran.
“Dorian got the invitation through Mr. Walker. They still have ongoing collaborations. The other companies with whom we have partnerships have already made it clear that they will not renew contracts once they expire.
“Tonight, Dorian tried to approach other companies for potential collaboration, but with the tip we’ve spread earlier, no one has agreed yet.
“He exchanged a few pleasantries, but it’s unclear whether they’re truly rejecting him or just waiting to see how Morgan Group handles it.
“Should we do anything about it?” Cole asked.
Kieran scanned the area downstairs before he turned and walked down the stairs.
The lounge area was quieter now, and Dorian sat there, feeling agitated. He glanced up at the second floor, but Lila and Kieran were no longer there.
He was worried. Was Lila really getting involved with Kieran or simply using Noah’s influence to get a chance to speak?
Either way, neither situation was something he wanted to see.
Dorian found Lila’s words laughable; a mere orphan with nothing to her name dared to fancy the Morgan Group’s CEO.
The wealthy are most particular about social standing, especially someone like Kieran. His marriage would undoubtedly be a matter to be discussed at a negotiation table.
Lila was simply overestimating herself and seeking her own downfall.
However, there was a part of Dorian that was uncertain. After all, Lila’s appearance and figure were undeniable. People like her easily attracted men’s attention.
If Kieran were to take an interest in her, perhaps planning for a one-night stand or
even thinking of keeping her as his mistress for a period…
Then, Lila would no longer be pure. He couldn’t accept that!
He began scanning the venue for Lila’s figure.
He pushed thoughts of business aside for the moment. His priority was to take Lila back and make her completely his, and only then would he deal with other matters.
Dorian looked like a wolf hunting for prey-fierce and terrifying. He was so focused that he didn’t even notice someone approaching.
Finally, he saw Lila standing across from Benjamin. The woman who had just been indifferent to him was now chatting pleasantly with Benjamin.
His first reaction was that Lila had seduced Benjamin. Why else would she have this opportunity?
Dorian’s expression darkened, and he immediately stood up, intending to grab her.
“Mr. Blake.” Kieran’s calm voice rang out like the cold, delicate snowflakes falling in winter.