Filed To Story: Snatched a Billionaire to be My Husband Book (Cora & Byron)
Byron glared at him coldly on the spot.
Carter met Byron’s gaze through the rearview mirror.
Carter suddenly realized that if looks could kill, he would have died several times just now.
He was considerate of the situation and kept his mouth shut, thinking that the matter would probably end there.
But to his surprise, he saw Byron take out his phone and make a call, saying,
“Police officer, I want to report that near the First Hospital, someone is obstructing the passageway with candles. I hope you can handle it as soon as possible.”
Carter, who witnessed everything, was left speechless.
The police officers arrived quickly because their leader said the report came from Mr. Moneybags,
Byron.
They didn’t dare to delay the report from Byron.
So they dispatched a small team to the First Hospital supermarket’s front entrance and extinguished the heart-shaped candles with fire extinguishers.
Lucas and Cora never expected that their first attempt at being romantic, even before it started, would be interrupted by someone reporting them, extinguishing the candles with a fire extinguisher, and finally receiving a verbal reprimand.
“Some people just can’t stand seeing others happy. Don’t let it bother you.”
Sally watched the whole process and could only console herself in this way.
Although Lucas compromised, he still felt frustrated.
“I didn’t expect people these days to be so envious.”
“Forget it, don’t be angry. I received your intentions, and I’m happy about it. Let me treat you all to a barbecue.”
Cora didn’t even realize the report was related to her, still wearing a smile of joy.
“How can I let you pay? Today, I failed to create a romantic atmosphere for you, so let me treat you to make up for it.”
Lucas looked at Cora guiltily.
But Sally chimed in,
“Either of you can treat, but can we go now? I’m starving!”
“Alright, alright, let’s go!”
The final three people enjoyed a barbecue that cost over a hundred dollars, and this imperfect confession was given a perfect ending.
Since starting a relationship with Lucas, Cora could always receive various treats every day.
Sometimes it was breakfast or dinner made by Lucas. Sometimes, it was exquisite pastries from take-
out, and more often, it was fresh fruits and vegetables he bought while out.
In addition, he liked to take her to various activities and introduce her to his colleagues and friends.
Even the upcoming company team-building event that allowed family members, Lucas wanted Cora to come with him.
“Company team-building events aren’t too wild. Just come with me!”
“You’ve probably never stayed in a stilt house before, and it’s really fun.”
Unable to resist Lucas’ persuasion, Cora agreed.
Lucas was overjoyed like a child, and he had been preparing their luggage for the team-building event since that day.
Watching Lucas’s happy expression, Cora couldn’t help but make some comparisons. Thinking back to when she was with Byron before, she hardly ever saw him smile.
In retrospect, Cora was glad she had agreed to Lucas to be with him.
In the meantime, Byron had also received news that Moonware Games would be hosting a large-scale team-building event.
“It is said that Moonware Games has booked the entire Rainforest Resort this time so that all their employees can bring their families for a team-building event.”
The Rainforest Resort was a simulated tropical rainforest system with tropical plants and some elevated houses for people to experience what it was like to live in a tropical environment.
After reporting this news, Carter couldn’t help but remind,
“I think our Hansen Group could also consider this practice and provide some benefits to their employees and their families.”
In fact, he was indirectly telling Byron that he hadn’t taken a vacation for a long time, and it was time for him to take a break.
Byron seemed to catch onto the important information, asking,
“Team building with family members?
Who do our regular employees usually bring?”
“Usually, unmarried employees will bring their girlfriends or boyfriends. Married ones will bring their spouses and children,”
Carter replied expressionlessly.
Hearing that, Byron narrowed his eyes and said,
“Ask Moonware Games and request a spot for me to participate in the team-building event.”
“Are you going?”
Carter suddenly realized something.
“Yeah. The investor can be considered employees, right? So asking for a spot from them wouldn’t be too much.”
Carter suddenly looked lifeless. He was actually just trying to benefit himself and had no intention of indulging Byron’s bad habit of wanting to sabotage other people’s relationships.
“Everyone is bringing their families, but you don’t have one, so you can’t participate!”
In addition to pitying Cora, Carter also didn’t want Byron to get involved in this any further, so he planned to refuse Byron.
However, he never expected Byron to say,
“You can just act as my family member.”
Carter twitched at the corner of his lips and said,
“It’s strange for two men to participate in a team-
building event together.”
“It’s fine. As long as we’re not awkward, it’ll be others who feel awkward!”
Carter was at a loss for words.
He couldn’t argue with Byron and could only reluctantly play the role of Byron’s family member.
In the blink of an eye, it was the day of Moonware Games’ team building.
Lucas picked up Cora early and arrived at the company to gather.
It was already April, and the weather was neither cold nor hot.
Cora wore a slim yellow floral dress and white flat shoes.
With a gentle breeze, her long hair danced around her waist.
She didn’t say a word, nor did she wear any extravagant accessories, but she instantly made everyone around her fade into the background.
“She’s so beautiful. No wonder she captured Mr. Quinn’s heart in an instant.”
Many people couldn’t help but admire her beauty and felt a sense of inferiority when they stood beside her.
But today, besides the male-dominated Programming Department, there were also employees from other departments attending the team-building event, including those from the Copywriting, Planning, and Operations departments.
Moreover, there were family members of the employees.
Where there were many women, there was bound to be some rivalry, and this statement was no exaggeration.
So, whether it was the female employees of Moonware Games or the wives of other employees, they couldn’t help but feel jealous and worried that Cora would steal their partners’ hearts. Thus, they constantly made snide remarks about Cora.
“Actually, she’s just average. Who knows if she’s been played around?”
“Marrying a woman like her means serving her all the time except for when you’re sleeping. Look at all of you, at ease and carefree. Where’s her man?”
In the midst of a group of women gossiping, Lucas carried a huge backpack on his back while also holding a thermos and a handbag for Cora.
Seeing Cora standing under the scorching sun, Lucas showed a worried expression as if he was afraid
Cora might melt under its rays, and he quickly took out a sunshade umbrella.
Cora originally refused, but Lucas ignored her protests and insisted on carrying her things. In front of so many people, she couldn’t scold him too harshly, so she could only compromise.
Unexpectedly, this also became a reason for others to criticize her.
However, in addition to being envious of Cora’s beauty, women were more envious of her attentive and considerate boyfriend. That’s why they couldn’t help but say hurtful words.
But what they didn’t expect was the men’s retorts,
“If you looked like her, I would treat you like a princess too.”
“Yeah, if my girlfriend looked like Miss Lane, I probably wouldn’t even let her walk.”
While a group of people were discussing, the president of Moonware Games, Jason Woods, arrived.
“Look, Mr. Woods also participated in the team building?”
“He never participated in previous team building events before.”
As the employees chattered, Jason quickly spoke up,
“Is everyone here? There’s an important person joining us for the team building today. If anyone hasn’t arrived yet, contact them immediately, and don’t keep him waiting.”
Jason had no interest in the team-building event, but he had no choice. Today, as the investor Byron was coming, he had to reluctantly participate.
“All our people are here. Mr. Woods, who is this important person?”
The team leader couldn’t help but gossip.
Cora and Lucas were also curious about this important person, so they looked at Jason, waiting for his response.
Just as Jason was about to speak, he caught sight of a silver-gray Maserati parked nearby and quickly walked over.
When Cora saw that familiar car, a sense of unease crept into her heart.
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