CHAPTER 105: CHAPTER 105: TO HELL WITH BEING CONSIDERATE!

Boom!

She saw Wyatt Hawthorne’s smiling face.

And also saw Ryan Rhodes and Ian Young simultaneously looking out the window.

In that moment, feeling her face heat up, Serena Sinclair wished she could dig a hole and bury herself.

With quick reflexes, she pressed the open door button, and the elevator opened again, allowing Ian Young and Ryan Rhodes to exit with tacit understanding.

Wyatt Hawthorne wrapped one arm around Serena Sinclair’s waist.

And with the other hand, he closed the elevator.

"Sis..."

Then he lowered his head, Wyatt’s playful smile echoed in his voice as it reached Serena’s ear, "In such a hurry to throw yourself into my arms?"

"I..."

Serena raised her eyes, "Wyatt, thank you!"

The elevator slowly ascended.

Outside the window, the orange-yellow sunset was accompanied by vast expanses of twilight clouds.

Wyatt looked into Serena’s eyes, feigning ignorance, "Thank me for what?"

"Thank you..."

Serena wanted to say, thank you for being so prepared, helping her swiftly deal with the trouble Mrs. Cole threatened her with before it could even knock on her door.

But as she was about to speak, Serena thought of much more.

The assistance during the torrential rain.

The long-term adoption of 2S.

The generous funding for The Serenity Apartments.

From the divorce up until now, he has helped her countless times.

A simple thank you felt too insignificant.

But she still had to say it.

After all, she couldn’t offer him anything other than a thank you.

Wyatt was already at the pinnacle, possessing all the best and most powerful things in the world.

"Thank you for always saving me from danger."

Serena whispered softly.

"It’s my honor."

Wyatt responded, his charming eyes captivated by the sunset outside the window, "And then?"

Then what?

Serena was stunned.

Wyatt stepped closer, his head touching Serena’s nose, "In the past, there was pledging one’s life; now, there is a blossoming heart. Can you finish with just a thank you?"

Serena wanted to ask, then what do you want? As long as it’s within my power, I will certainly...

Before she could finish.

Wyatt suddenly lifted his head and looked behind her.

Turning back to look, outside the bright observation window, vast sheets of clouds lit by the setting sun were spread out, dyeing half the sky and the entire city in orange-red hues.

It was breathtakingly beautiful.

Serena’s gaze became lost.

Wyatt embraced her from behind, pulling her into his arms, "Serena, this is the best gift today."

But this was heaven’s gift.

Not one she gave.

Serena raised her eyes.

Wyatt’s kiss descended.

A kiss without a trace of lust, gentle yet lingering.

As if she were doing something romantic with someone she loved amidst the beautiful scenery.

Serena felt she must be crazy!

In the past, even during the passionate years with Adrian Lockwood, she could only accept holding hands or hugging in public places.

But today, as though she were in a fresh romance, she dared to engage in bold behavior that would make her turn away even seeing it on TV.

The elevator stopped at the top floor, and Serena leaned against Wyatt’s chest, breathing softly.

She couldn’t even dare to glance outside the elevator to see if anyone was there.

Laughter echoed.

Wyatt lightly bit Serena’s ear, "Serena, why are you so adorable?"

Clearly, she’s two years older than him.

Clearly, she is already a mother.

Yet just a kiss, and she was shy like a little girl.

"I..."

Serena was both ashamed and embarrassed.

Wanting to say that words like adorable describe little girls.

And wanted to say something else.

But her face was so hot as if it was about to explode.

Her phone chimed.

The sound came from both hers and Wyatt’s phone.

Serena turned to look at the phone, disguising her emotions.

"Don’t look!"

Wyatt’s urgent voice rang out.

Serena had already seen it.

A picture of Wyatt sitting opposite a beautiful woman.

The table empty, with Wyatt lounging in his seat.

One glance and it’s evident it was a blind date.

Serena’s heart paused.

A voice calmly said: Isn’t it normal? With Wyatt’s attributes, if he nodded, there could be several such blind dates a day.

Yet another voice was so bitter it couldn’t speak.

Serena didn’t understand what was wrong with her.

Eyes stared at the group chat filled with idle chatter.

But her mind was only occupied with that picture, wishing she could lose all reason and tear that photo apart.

The picture came from the evening entertainment news.

Screenshotted by a gossiping person and posted in the project design department group chat.

Colleagues stuck in the after-work rush bubbled collectively.

"Handsome man, pretty woman, a perfect match!!!"

"Wuwuwu, is our handsome Boss about to be taken? This beauty must have saved The Hyperion Galaxy in her last life!"

"The new Chinese style is so popular, there must be a reason, the aesthetics passed down from our ancestors are irresistible!!"

"How can there be so many rich people in the world, but not even one more like me?"

"I have to say, Boss’s face, if he doesn’t crush the entertainment circle and those fresh faces, it’d really be wasted!"

"..."

Some focused on gossip.

Some concentrated on fashion.

And others lamenting the miserable working life.

Someone shouted "Boss seems to be in this group too", and everyone who mentioned gossip and Wyatt’s name hurriedly retracted their comments.

Except for that picture, which couldn’t be retracted due to being posted too long ago.

There was a brief pause in the chat.

Followed by, perhaps someone seeking external aid in several smaller groups.

Some asked about food.

Some asked where they were.

Others sought recommendations for nearby tourist attractions.

The pace quickly turned into 999+ messages.

Unable to see Serena’s brows and eyes, Wyatt frowned, "I can explain."

???

Suppressing the bitterness in her heart, Serena lifted her head, appearing graceful and composed, "Wyatt, there’s no need to explain."

Wyatt’s brows relaxed.

Serena softly spoke, "We agreed initially, as long as neither of us had a partner, we’d maintain this relationship."

"Wyatt, whether it’s in the past, now, or in the future... I will not restrict you with any reason."

"You are free!"

The amusement in Wyatt’s eyes faded, turning solemn under the evening sky growing darker outside.

Serena continued, "During this period, you can meet and interact with any girls you wish. If you find someone suitable and decide to date, you..."

"Serena!"

Wyatt interrupted her.

One moment, they were passionately kissing amidst the beautiful clouds.

The next, she told him he was free to go on blind dates and meet as many girls as he wished.

If he didn’t stop her, she might even say that when he finds a girl he wants to date, he just needs to inform her.

Would she still be this understanding?

Understand enough to leave?

To hell with understanding!

"Mmm..."

Pinching Serena’s chin for another kiss, Wyatt wiped away the gentleness from earlier.

With a biting kiss, it felt like venting, yet also like punishment.

For a moment, Serena tasted blood, as if her lip had been bitten by Wyatt.

The elevator descended, soon reaching the 1st floor.

Serena reached out to push Wyatt away, but was kissed even more fiercely by him.

Nervousness sent blood rushing to her face.

Her heart pounded wildly, feeling like it would leap out of her head in the next moment.

Just before the elevator doors opened, Wyatt released Serena with a fierce look, turning to leave the elevator.

Sub-level parking garage.

Serena stood dazed in the elevator for a second.

Earlier, with Ryan Rhodes and Ian Young following behind Wyatt, he probably had a social engagement.

It’s not appropriate for her to follow.

She should go to the first floor and leave through the company’s main entrance.

But this was the CEO’s exclusive elevator, so leaving from here alone wouldn’t be appropriate either.

Spent a moment in a daze.

In the distance, Wyatt’s cold voice echoed, "Still not leaving?"

Serena hurriedly followed him.