Disbelief


    I waspletely stunned by what I witnessed, and my limbs felt unresponsive. I couldn’t tell if I was


    dreaming.


    The small za beneath ATL Empire was lined with a grand procession of cars. Several well–dressed


    bodyguards emerged from these vehicles, creating an almost otherworldly barrier against the


    journalists.


    At first, I wondered if I had overlooked some important celebrity, but what I saw next was beyond belief.


    A tall figure emerged from one of the Maybachs. His mere presence earned screams from a crowd of


    girls, and it was difficult not to be captivated by him.


    I watched in wide–eyed amazement as the reporters lost theirposure. Could it be… As?


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    The As I had lost countless nights of sleep over?


    His stern countenance, sharply defined features, and regal demeanor all made him appear as if he


    were a king returning to his realm. His impable ck suit entuated his air of solemnity.


    He seemed invincible.


    With measured steps, As exited the car, calmly fastening the buttons of his suit. He walked toward


    the corporate empire with a grandeur that left everyone astounded.


    I was certain that, at that moment, the entire world echoed with disbelief.


    Beside him was Dn.


    I felt as if I couldn’t breathe. It was as if even the strength to step out and approach him had been


    drained


    from me.


    Could it be true? Had he truly woken up? Or perhaps he had never really fallen into aa?


    Hismanding presence and air of authority–none of it resembled that of a man who had been in a


    No, he had never slept in that bed. I was in shock and trembling uncontrobly. This was unbelievable!


    That meant that the scent I encountered in Quall Creek… had to be his. It had to be.


    Then, who was the person I saw lying in that hospital bed at Pleca Park? He had deceived me. Why


    had


    he lied to me?


    Nick


    Dn!


    That was why Dn refused to meet me the day before yesterday. They had been nning this grand


    performance for today.


    My gaze remained fixed on the entrance of the ATL Empire building, but I couldn’t see him make his


    entrance into the conference hall.


    ‘I had no idea who had outsmarted whom. They were indeed a peculiar family, capable of turning their


    circle into a global spectacle.


    my hand


    A sharp ringtone suddenly pierced the air inside the car. I reached out for the phone, but my


    trembled.


    Carol was on the other end. “C–Chip,


    have changed. Where are you?”


    It seemed like the media was well ahead of me.


    “I know. I’m here. I saw him walk in!” I said, then promptly hung up.


    Hot tears ran down my cheeks and I started the car, determined in my decision. I floored the


    elerator


    and sped back to thepany.


    My newly ready o


    ready office, designed with bold ck–and–white aesthetics, was meant to exude personality and


    dominance. However, not a single aspect of it captured my interest.


    Several trusted aides were already present in the office, their focus was on me as I entered.


    “Chlo, did you go to the scene?” Grayson stepped forward.


    “Yes!” My voice was hoarse and trembling. “I saw him walk in with my own eyes!”


    Looking at Grayson, I wearily slumped into my beautifully crafted desk.


    “But I just received thetest update,” Grayson said with a glint in his eye.