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The intense scent of roses mixed with the faint fragrance of Kenneth’s perfume, the same as earlier.
‘Phoebe? No way. The person Kenneth met couldn’t possibly be Phoebe, Ophelia silently rejected the idea in her mind as she wondered.
“Elia, you
and Kenneth enjoy your meal. I’ll leave you two alone, Phoebe said in a humble tone, quietly retreating from the private room.
Ophelia smiled slightly, waiting until Phoebe left before continuing.
Ophelia placed both hands on the wooden table, leaning forward slightly.
The warmth filled the space between her and Kenneth, and she gazed deeply into his eyes, studying him for a long while.
“What’s the matter?” Kenneth asked, frowning.
Ophelia lowered her voice, propping her chin up. “Ivy came to Dellanex, didn’t she?”
The only woman Ophelia could think of who Kenneth would never refuse was his aunt.
Is Ivy trying to make me misunderstand on purpose? Too bad, she’s underestimated how much I trust Kenneth, Ophelia thought to herself.
“How d
lo you know?” Kenneth asked. He hadn’t intended to tell her. There were many things she was better off not knowing
“Someone deliberately sent me a photo of you going to the Everland Hotel today. The perfume you’re wearing is the same as Phoebe’s. You wouldn’t meet her alone, so… I guessed it,” Ophelia explained.
Ophelia looked like a little fox, her eyebrows raised in a playful, almost smug way.
Kenneth lowered his gaze, trying to catch a hint of the scent on himself, but all he could smell was seafood.
He hadn’t even noticed
“Didn’t you get jealous when you saw those pictures?” he asked.
Kenneth’s concerns were always so unique.
“Jealous? Of course, I was. If I said I wasn’t at all, I’d be lying. But I trust you. I believe you wouldn’t hide something from me without a reason, right?” Ophelia said.
Her words carried a double meaning as if referring to this matter but possibly hinting at something else.
“Yes, be careful lately, Kenneth said.
Ivy was skilled in pharmaceuticals, especially poisons, and her methods were difficult to anticipate.
Kenneth truly didn’t know what she might do if he went against her will.
At that thought, his brows furrowed even more.
Under the black brim of his cap, his jaw clenched slightly.
“Don’t worry. I’ll be careful. Ophelia reassured him.
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She wasn’t sure if Phoebe was hiding nearby eavesdropping on their conversation, so she decided to wrap up the topic. quickly.
The dishes were brought to the table, and Ophelia picked up her fork and began to eat.
As she enjoyed the sea stars and snails, Ophelia felt content.
Compared to her, Kenneth maintained his usual elegance, even when eating seafood.
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When they left the private room, Ophelia spotted Phoebe through the screen, sitting diagonally across, also eating seafood.
She was sitting across from a man who looked somewhat familiar.
After a moment of thought, Ophelia recognized him. It was Hendrick, the man she had fired from her design company.
Ophelia was surprised to see them eating together.
As the two passed by, Phoebe quickly stood up, stepping out from behind the screen.
“Elia, have you finished eating already?” Ophelia asked.
“Yes, you… enjoy your meal,” Ophelia smiled, linking her arm with Kenneth’s, not looking back.
Phoebe watched them leave, and despite her efforts, they were as close as ever, just as she had hoped.
“Ms. Davidson, the person you were about to greet earlier was her?” Hendrick asked.
When Hendrick saw Ophelia, the memory of being kicked out of the company flooded back, stirring up anger in his chest. But in front of Phoebe, he forced himself to suppress it.
“Ms. Davidson, I’m sorry you had to come to this little restaurant, Hendrick said, apologetically.
“It’s fine. It’s my first time here, and the food is quite good. How’s everything going at your company?” Phoebe asked, her emotions well hidden.
Hendrick nodded, peeling a few shrimp and placing them onto her plate. “It’s going well, thanks to you, Ms. Davidson.”
“Hey, don’t be so formal. Just call me Phoebe,” she said.
Hendrick’s checks turned slightly red, his gaze lowered, unable to meet Phoebe’s
eyes.
“Phoebe, are you and Ophelia… really that close?” Hendrick asked.
He didn’t buy it. Ophelia was so proud, there was no way she saw Phoebe as a friend.
Phoebe hesitated, her lips curling into a forced smile, one that seemed almost painful to look at.
“What’s wrong? Did Ophelia never see you as a friend? Or did she bully you? Tell me, and I’ll help you get back at her.” Hendrick blurted out, frustration choking him
Hendrick had never gotten over being kicked out of the company by Ophelia, and seeing the woman he cared for seemingly enduring some kind of mistreatment just made him feel worse.
He was determined to let it out, no matter what.
Phoebe shook her head repeatedly. “No, it’s not like that. Elia is busy with her work at Dellanex University… maybe that’s why she’s been distant. She’s not… she’s not…”
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‘She’s teaching at Dellanex University? A woman like her, with had character, could never be a professor? Hendrick thought to himself
After thinking for a moment, Hendrick spoke again. “Phoebe, I know you’re kind–hearted. If there’s anything you need, feel free to ask. I’ll go to any lengths for you.”
Phoebe looked at Hendrick across the table, and she slowly poured out her grievances to him.
The next day. Ophelia was scheduled to visit Sinclair Group in the morning, and her classes at Dellanex University were in the afternoon..
“Don’t go to Dellanex University to teach. It’s too exhausting.” Kenneth said, his voice full of concern as he gently stroked her cheek with his finger.
She had just gained a little weight recently, but now she had lost it again.
Right now, she was almost like when she first took over Sinclair Group. The company was massive, and she had so much to learn.
Kenneth truly feared that one day, without him, she wouldn’t be able to handle all the old men in the company.
“Alright, I’ll tell Mr. Glenn after this week’s classes,” Ophelia agreed.
She really was feeling overwhelmed.
Kenneth ruffled her hair, his expression complicated, unreadable.
“I have to go to Milagia tonight. I need to deal with some matters regarding Death Guild,” Kenneth said.
“Alright, let Mark go with you,” Ophelia replied.
“He has to help you manage Sinclair Group. I’ll be back in two days, no need for anyone to follow me,” Kenneth said.
Ophelia nodded obediently.
The moment Ophelia left the office, she immediately sent Ray away and found Eric privately.
There were only a few people she could trust.
“You want me to follow Kenneth?” Eric asked, his lollipop dangling from his mouth as he raised an eyebrow.
His expression seemed complicated. “Are you suspecting him of cheating?”
He asked seriously, though his face seemed to say, “If he is, I’ll help you kill him.”
“No, I’m just worried about him,” Ophelia explained.
“Then what about Ray? He’s Mr. Sinclair’s man. If I leave suddenly, he’ll definitely get suspicious.” Eric pointed out.
