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“Sweetheart, you’re so stunning that I’m tempted to skip work entirely. You’ll have to make up for distracting me,” he teased, nuzzling Isabella’s neck gently.
Isabella instinctively tilted her head away, her cheeks warming as she quickly said, “Andrew, stop it.” In the mirror, she saw Andrew stop what he was doing, blinking slowly with his long, straight eyelashes.
Their gazes locked, and for a brief moment, Isabella’s breath hitched in her throat.
It was unexpected to see Andrew, known for his sharp decisiveness and no-nonsense work ethic, behaving like a lovestruck teenager and trying to dodge work. If his employees ever saw him like this, their jaws would hit the floor in disbelief.
Andrew, however, wasn’t just being playful. He understood all too well that Isabella melted under tender gestures rather than firm orders, and he was expertly leveraging that knowledge, deliberately playing the part of a hopeless romantic to sway her.
She thought over the recent matters at the company and, finding no urgent issues, proposed, “How about I come with you to Klein Group today?”
“Perfect!” Andrew responded quickly, giving her a kiss on the cheek as he laughed deeply.
“Sweetheart, you’re too good to me.”
The sound of his laughter brightened Isabella’s mood too. After finishing breakfast together, they walked hand in hand toward the Klein Group.
Although Isabella had visited Klein Group before, when she arrived with Andrew today, the employees’ eyes still lit up in admiration. At Klein Group, it was well-known that their boss was a hopeless romantic. Every time Isabella appeared, Andrew seemed to soften and become more approachable.
The workday had just begun, and employees were already busy at their tasks. At that moment, an employee, still on the phone, hurried past them. Upon recognizing the couple, she became visibly flustered.
“Mr. Klein, Miss Patton, good morning.”
“Good morning,” Andrew replied with sincerity, pausing for a moment before guiding Isabella into the exclusive elevator.
As soon as they left, the lobby was filled with excited whispers.
“Oh my God, is that really our usually reserved Mr. Klein? He actually said something instead of just nodding.”
“Aww, that’s so sweet.”
“I wish Miss Patton worked with Mr. Klein every day. Watching them is like watching a romance show.”
“Alright, back to work, everyone.”
The employees returned to their duties, while Isabella followed Andrew into the CEO’s office. Sitting on the sofa, she pulled out her phone. The Timeless Elegance collection had been a success, and Luka had sent her the royalties for the designs along with a long-term collaboration offer.
His message read, “Isabella, could you check with the designer to see if she’s happy with the contract? We can always discuss adjustments if necessary.”
Luka was truly enthusiastic about working with the mysterious designer, and each clause in the contract showcased his sincere intentions.
After reading the contract, Isabella couldn’t help but smile at Luka’s earnestness.
“The designer’s happy with everything. Once the contract is signed, it’ll be sent to the company. She has great faith in Timeless Elegance’s potential, and if there are any financial or personnel issues, don’t hesitate to reach out to me.”
Luka replied almost immediately, “She agreed? That’s fantastic. The funding from the Patton Group and Homelight Enterprise is already enough. Isabella, you’ve already done so much for me…”
After finishing her conversation with Luka, Isabella glanced over at Andrew, who was deeply engaged in a video conference. She pulled out her sketches and started working on the designs for the upcoming fashion show held by Marcus.
Meanwhile, a taxi pulled up in front of an imposing office building. Evita stepped out, closing the door behind her, and looked up at the floor where Timeless Elegance’s office was located.
Since her last meeting with Marcus at the hospital, she hadn’t received any follow-up, which left her feeling uncertain. Just earlier, she had returned to the hospital, and as she was about to enter the room, she overheard Marcus and his son talking about the clothes from Timeless Elegance.
As Evita recalled their praise, her eyes narrowed thoughtfully. Marcus was elderly, and this collaboration in Lorpond might very well be his last. Evita was determined to make the most of this opportunity.
Global Entertainment’s fashion division was slightly less powerful than Timeless Elegance, so it was likely Marcus would opt for Timeless Elegance instead. As the fashion design director at Global Entertainment, Evita knew that if her company couldn’t make a mark, a collaboration with Timeless Elegance would be her next step.
She was certain that Luka wouldn’t turn down a partnership with Lorpond’s largest entertainment company. With that thought in mind, Evita lifted her chin slightly and walked toward Timeless Elegance with confidence.
“Hello, I’d like to speak with Mr. Calderon.”
The receptionist gave her a quick glance.
“Do you have an appointment, ma’am?”
Evita didn’t miss a beat.
“Just tell Mr. Calderon that Evita Gordon is here.”
The receptionist took note of Evita’s proud demeanor and raised an eyebrow in surprise. She quickly dialed Luka’s number to ask.
“Evita Gordon?” Luka’s voice was tinged with confusion. He wasn’t sure why Evita was there, but considering the recent rumors, he said, “Let her in.”
Evita pushed the door open and stepped inside. Luka slowly set his work aside, his eyes narrowing as he studied her. She seated herself with confidence.
“Mr. Calderon, I’m here to talk about a potential collaboration.”
Luka stayed silent, so Evita pressed on.
“Mr. Vaughn is currently in Lorpond. I know you’re eager to connect with him, but considering Timeless Elegance’s poor performance in recent years, it might be tough, right? I assume you’re aware of my ties with Mr. Vaughn. If Timeless Elegance’s designer works with Global Entertainment, I can arrange an introduction.”
Luka didn’t say anything. He hadn’t anticipated that Evita would show up to discuss a collaboration after slandering Timeless Elegance and even going after their designer. Her boldness was astonishing. Luka declined immediately.
“Miss Gordon, please leave. We will rely on our own efforts to work with Mr. Vaughn. We don’t need your help.”
Evita hadn’t expected such a blunt refusal, with no chance for negotiation. This was a golden opportunity to connect with Marcus, and Luka had actually turned it down?
She stood up, a mix of disbelief and frustration on her face. “Mr. Calderon, do you realize how many companies would do anything for this chance?”
Luka cut her off, his tone sharp. “Sorry, that’s not my concern.”
Without hesitation, he escorted her out. Stunned into silence, Evita stepped out of Timeless Elegance, her eyes narrowing as she looked back at the company’s sign. She seethed with anger. Luka’s stubbornness was maddening—just like Isabella’s. Both were equally infuriating.
Evita stood there, her brow furrowed. No, she couldn’t let this opportunity to collaborate with Marcus slip away. In that moment, a new idea flashed through her mind, and the frustration in her eyes disappeared, giving way to a calculating sparkle. Marcus was someone who placed high value on brand image. Even if Timeless Elegance had potential, if Luka became involved in any scandals, Marcus would definitely not consider working with them. When that happened, her collaboration with Marcus would be guaranteed.
With this plan in mind, Evita regained her usual composure. She made her way down the steps and hailed a cab to leave. From that day forward, rumors about Timeless Elegance began circulating in the industry, with Luka’s name often brought up. However, Luka’s personal reputation wasn’t as stellar as that of Timeless Elegance itself.
A few days later, the rumors reached Isabella, and she furrowed her brow, sensing that something was off.
“Sweetheart, what’s bothering you?”
Andrew, stepping out of the bathroom, noticed Isabella’s bad mood and peeked at her phone screen, which showed comments about Luka’s questionable private life.
“I’ll handle it.”
He didn’t say another word, preparing to deal with it, but Isabella stopped him.
“My uncle is trustworthy, and his relationship with my aunt-in-law is solid. This bit of slander is likely from competitors who are out of options and have to use rumors to attack. If we overreact, it could make things worse. Let’s just watch it for now.”
“Alright, I’ll follow your lead.”
Andrew leaned over behind Isabella, effortlessly covering her phone with his hand.
“It’s getting late. Since there’s nothing urgent, sweetheart, let’s go to bed.”
Isabella’s ears turned pink at the implied suggestion in his voice.
Andrew noticed her reaction, and her red lips, slightly pursed in shyness, seemed like an unspoken invitation. His gaze grew intense as he tilted his head, pulling her closer and holding her tightly. His lips grazed her ear, warm and tender.
Their lips met in a passionate kiss, their shadows blended on the curtains. Isabella felt a gentle pressure on her lower back, and with her strength slipping away, she fell into Andrew’s arms, being gently laid on the large bed.
The following morning, Isabella got a message directly from Marcus.
“Sierra, Timeless Elegance’s latest collection is simply breathtaking. It perfectly represents the Lorpond culture I’ve been eager to connect with. I’m hosting another banquet and would love for you and Timeless Elegance’s representative to attend.”
She confirmed the time, let Luka know, and accepted the invitation.
On the day of the banquet, Isabella arrived with Luka and Vienna. The event gathered prestigious designers from all parts of Lorpond.
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