NovelEnglishChapter 295: And even if she were seeing a dozen other guys at once, it wouldnt change a thing about how I feel.
Heck, being the third wheel doesnt botherin the slightest.
No one could have predicted that Gordon would go so far.
If it had been a joke, perhaps it could have been brushed off, but the sincerity in his eyes made it clear he was dead serious.
Allison pinched the bridge of her nose, stifling a sigh of frustration.
She really shouldve expected this rebellious streak from someone his age.
At least this conversation was private; if the charity dinner guests overheard this kind of talk, well, that could ignite a scandal all on its own.
Instead of wasting breath on nonsense, why dont we head to the dinner? Her smile barely concealed a subtle edge, like a blade hidden in silk.
Unless, of course, youd prefer to accidentally stumble into this cold water.
Gordon obediently nodded.
Relax, I was only joking.
And I promise not to go tumbling into the water and create a scene.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtHe followed Allison as they made their way to the event, though the prospect of mingling at a gala didnt excite him.
Kellan couldnt shake the feeling that Gordon was more than he seemed.
He looked like the key that could unlock several of Allisons buried secrets.
Just as they neared the banquet hall, a man cstriding toward them, a broad smile lighting up his face. Allison! Ive been searching all over for you, and how come... Now out of his usual white lab coat and dressed in a sleek suit, Floyd looked every bit the polished professional.
His gold-rimmed glasses caught the chandeliers soft glow, casting an almost angelic warmth on his face. However, when his gaze flickered to Kellan and then settled on Gordon, a subtle shift crept into his eyes. What kept you? Floyds voice was calm and smooth, his posture composed, though he maintained a certain distance from Allison.
Before she could reply, Floyds smile grew as if hed suddenly remembered something.
Ah, of course.
Youve never been one for the chaos of these events.
You mustve stepped out for a breath of sea air.
But in truth, his mind was elsewhere wondering how yet another contender had found his way to Allisons side. Allison smiled and said, You always knowso well.
It dawned on her then that the two men at her side were strangers to each other.
Taking on the role of mediator, she introduced them with polite grace.
By the way, this is an old friend of mine.
Allison didnt directly mention Gordons name.
After all, in Cobweb, most operated under aliases, and she didnt actually know his real identity.
Gordon, however, seemed unfazed and tilted his head with an almost mischievous grin.
Nice to meet you.
Im Gordon Herbert.
Recently returned from abroad.
His words, though casual, carried an undercurrent of significance.
Allison raised an eyebrow, knowing all too well that just returned was a blatant fabricationCobwebs headquarters were firmly rooted in Ontdale.
And yet, Gordon had chosen to reveal his true name.
Floyd, having spent his years engrossed in research in Leswington and Vrining, wasnt familiar with this younger mans background, though he could tell from Gordons air that he hailed from privilege.
Im Floyd Pierce, representing the MDH Pharmaceutical Research Institute.
Kellan, meanwhile, introduced himself with cool indifference, though his words cut straight to the point.
If Im not mistaken, your family holds quite the sway your fathers the mayor, and your mother runs an empire in the business world.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmThe unspoken implications hung in the air Gordon had the clout to move mountains, being the only heir to such a powerful family.
It was widely known that Gordon had been raised... Overseas, even the most persistent tabloids had never managed to snap a photo of him.
His sudden reappearance in Ontdale, however, was bound to stir curiosity.
It seems you know my family quite well, Mr.
Lloyd, Gordon replied, his voice now laced with a faint chill.
He wasnt one to bask in the glow of his familys legacy.
He preferred to distance himself from the Herbert nrejecting the golden page his parents had crafted En for him.
m Now that introductions are out of the way, I look forward to exchanging ideas in the future. Kellan, unimpressed, gave a noncommittal nod.
Sure.
Floyd offered a measured smile.
Id be interested in that.
Though their exchange was civil, it was clear the atmosphere had shifted.
Beneath the polite words, the tension between the three was like am m impending storm gathering on the horizon.
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