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don’t need that
Caitlin pushed Sebastian away, fully aware of the mischief he was up to.
“You do.”
Sebastian didn’t care whether she thought she needed it or not. Watching a movie was just an excuse his real goal was to steal kisses and smuggl
“People are watching!”
Caitlin blushed furiously, reminding him to behave himself in public.
“Who’s watching us?”
Sebastian casually glanced around. Their team members had all been staring curiously in their direction but immediately turned away the second fe caught them.
Some stared at the ceiling, others looked down at the floor, and a few even pretended to be asleep–everyone scrambled to avoid his sharp gaze.
“See? No one’s watching.”
He leaned in again and stole a kiss.
The dim lighting of the theater and the distraction of the movie allowed him to deepen the kiss without anyone noticing.
The heat and sweetness between them formed a bubble of intimacy, immune to even the creepiest horror sound effects.
While most girls found horror movies terrifying, there were exceptions–like Wendy, and Zinnia.
For someone like Zinnia, who had crawled through real corpses in the past, this film was child’s play.
She watched the screen calmly, but just as a terrifying scene played out, the audience erupted in screams–and Xavi got so startled that he instinctively dove into Zinnia’s arms, clutching her tightly while yelping like a scared child.
Zinnia froze, completely caught off guard, not daring to move.
Unbeknownst to Xavi, every bodyguard behind them turned to stare. When he looked up and met all their stunned eyes, he quickly pulled away.
“Sorry!”
Xavi hurried back to his seat, mortified. He wanted to slap himself.
How could he do something so embarrassing?
What would Zinnia think of him now?
What would everyone else think?
He’d just destroyed his entire image with one terrified hug.
The horror film finally ended. Wendy stretched looking fully satisfied, her tub of popcorn empty.
“That was awesome. Can we go now?”
She turned to Benjamin–only to find his face darker than the horror film villain’s.
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“Let’s go.”
Benjamin growled the word, stood up, and warmed out of the row. Wendy quickly followed, but not without glancing 697) Cath and the intent
At people rose to leave, Caitlin shoved Sebastian.
“okay, that’s enough!
She whispered sternly, blushing with a hint of playful scolding
Sebastian didn’t even know what the movie had been about he’d spent the whole time kissing her and was very satisfied
“Let’s go home,” he said, helping her to her feet with a grin.
“Great movie, by the way.”
“Really?” Xavi muttered under his breath. “Mr. Vanderbilt, did you even watch a single scene? Do you even know what it was called?”
Their group left the theater.
At the entrance, Wendy grabbed Caitlin’s hand excitedly.
“Caitlin, that was a great movie! The pacing, the atmosphere–just perfect. You saw it, right? Super thrilling!”
“I saw a little bit. It was decent.”
Caitlin really had only seen a little–the rest of the time, she’d been otherwise occupied by a certain someone.
“Let’s go home now!”
Wendy was ready to leave. Benjamin, however, wasn’t done yet.
“Sebastian, Caitlin–how about late–night snacks? My treat!”
“You two go ahead. I’m heading home,” Wendy cut in, committed to her diet and determined not to fall into Benjamin’s food trap.
“Not tonight. We have work in the morning,” Sebastian added, eager to get Caitlin home for more one–on–one time.
“Rain check, then. Benjamin, please make sure Wendy gets home safely. Thanks!” Caitlin added.
“I don’t need him! I’ll call a cab!”
Wendy waved them off, wanting nothing more than to get away from Benjamin.
Seeing how she avoided him only soured Benjamin’s mood further.
Everyone went their separate ways.
Wendy darted out of the mall and headed for the curb to catch a ride. But before long, a car pulled up–Benjamin’s.
Wendy turned to run, but Benjamin didn’t say a word. He got out, grabbed her like a sack of flour, shoved her into the passenger seat, and drove off.
Wendy could only sigh in frustration.
How the hell was she supposed to shake off this guy who was clearly obsessed with her curves?
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Caitlin followed Sebastian back to the estate, surprised to find the place quiet.
“Where are the kids? It’s pretty late.”
“Larranged for them to stay in the Carriage House. Harrison, Quincy, Faith–they’re all over there. Just you and me here. Our private time,”
The household staff had all retired, the gates were shut, and Sebastian wasted no time pushing her onto the couch.
He’d been holding back since the movie and wasn’t going to waste another second.
No more talking–his kisses came in waves, passionate and deep.
They got lost in their own world.
Did that satisfy your craving for fluff?
They spent the whole night wrapped in each other’s arms.
The next morning, both headed off to work.
Since taking on the role of Global CEO at KM International Group, Sebastian had spent some time accompanying Caitlin in Silverstone and was now backlogged with work.
Caitlin was just as busy. She had to oversee the renovation of TIG’s flagship store and scout locations for VERA’s new headquarters.
That was why she was attending a major land auction being held downtown today.
Coincidentally, she ran into Zora and her team at the event.
Caitlin wore an icy blue suit–elegant, regal. Zora had chosen a striking orange gown, bright and flamboyant.
When the two crossed paths, both came to a halt.
“Didn’t expect to see you here, Caitlin. Don’t tell me we’ve both set our sights on the same plot of land again?”
Zora’s tone carried a hidden edge.
Caitlin replied coolly,
“I believe getting something takes timing, harmony, and a bit of fate. If it’s meant to be yours, it’ll be yours. If not, no amount of scheming will make it
so.”
Their eyes locked in a silent showdown before they brushed past each other, neither backing down an inch.
Three parcels were up for auction today. Caitlin gave her team some quick instructions before heading into Auction Room One.
Sure enough, Zora’s team entered the same hall—they were eyeing the same property.
Once the auction began, several bidders drove the price of Plot #1 up through two rounds of competitive bidding. The current price stood at $2 billion, with each raise increasing by $50 million.
Caitlin raised her paddle–Number 7.
“$2.05 billion.”
But the moment she did, Zora raised her own paddle, voice sharp and clear,
“$2.1 billion!”
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Caitlin turned and met Zora’s gaze—one filled with blatant provocation:
So, this was no coincidence,
Zora was here to challenge her head–on.
Fine.
Let her try. Let her learn what it costs to pick a fight she can’t win.
