CHAPTER 108: CHAPTER 108: JUST PLAYING ALONG

Immediately, Desmond Fairchild appeared in the office.

His gaze fixed sharply on Ethan Lloyd’s hand about to fall, with an unmistakable warning emotion in his eyes.

Desmond had initially come to discuss with Seraphina Sinclair about celebrating their son’s upcoming birthday. Unexpectedly, he witnessed such a scene.

In fact, Desmond had arrived earlier but didn’t want to interrupt their conversation, so he waited at the door.

Until he saw Ethan’s action, unable to endure anymore, he immediately pushed the door open.

"Desmond, why are you here suddenly?" Seraphina was a bit surprised to see Desmond arrive just in time and instinctively stood up.

However, at this moment, Desmond couldn’t care less about Seraphina, his eyes still revolving around Ethan.

Seeing him silent, Desmond then spoke, "Ethan Lloyd, I warn you, Seraphina is my woman now. If you want to strike her, you better measure if you’re worthy!"

"Your woman? Desmond, you are too ridiculous! You think I don’t know you’re just putting on a show?"

Ethan had already become impulsive from anger, speaking such offensive words regardless of Desmond’s status.

Seeing Ethan’s confident demeanor, instead of getting angry, Desmond displayed a mocking smile.

Just as he planned to rebut Ethan, Seraphina beat him to it, looking at Ethan with dissatisfaction, she sarcastically spoke, "Ethan, who told you we are just putting on a show? He’s the father of my child, do I have to pretend with him?"

Only then did Seraphina understand why Ethan, knowing she’s already with Desmond, dared to provoke her repeatedly and even persistently harassed her. It turned out that, in Ethan’s eyes, she and Desmond were just a fake couple. But where did he get that information?

It seemed Ethan had been investigating her affairs since she returned.

However, despite the ambiguity in their relationship, Seraphina would never let a scoundrel like Ethan have the upper hand.

After she finished speaking, she added, "I find your presumptuousness has never changed! Do you still think I’m madly in love with you? It’s utterly ridiculous!"

"Don’t think that by saying this, I’ll believe you. You’ve just returned to the country, how could you have developed feelings for him? Do you really think people would believe in a love at first sight act?"

Ethan was so certain they were just putting on a show; there must be a reason.

Seraphina, having just returned to the country, had known Desmond for only a few months. With her cautious nature, how could she fall in love at first sight with Desmond?

"So what if it’s love at first sight? What’s the relationship between me and Seraphina got to do with you?"

Desmond’s face turned somber.

"Yes, you’re right, I have nothing to do with this matter. But deceiving yourselves and others to manipulate the stocks of both companies, is it really that exciting? If someone found out, imagine the suspicions."

This matter had already escalated to the internet, with everyone buzzing about Desmond’s new relationship. If the public found out that Desmond and Seraphina were just acting, it would surely impact Cloudsea Group’s stock market.

Thus, Ethan’s words were undoubtedly provoking Desmond.

Ethan’s constant noise irritated Desmond.

Soon, he responded, "Deceive? I’ll show you today whether we’re just putting on a show!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Desmond walked straight toward Seraphina and stopped in front of her.

Then he reached out his left hand, wrapped it around Seraphina’s waist, and pulled her up into his embrace.

Throughout the entire process, Ethan widened his eyes, watching with disbelief.

"Hey, what are you doing... Mmph!"

Desmond’s sudden action embarrassed Seraphina, her fair cheeks instantly turning red.

Before she could finish speaking, Desmond bent down and pressed his lips onto hers.

Throughout the process, Seraphina clearly didn’t react and didn’t resist at all.

Even though Desmond was so bold, he still cared somewhat about being in front of an outsider, so the kiss was brief and did not go deep.

"Ethan Lloyd, have you seen someone putting on a show like this?"

After the kiss ended, Desmond turned to look at Ethan, eyes filled with indifference.

At this moment, Ethan was also shocked, clearly not expecting them to do such a thing in front of him.

"You... You guys are disgusting! How dare you do such a thing in front of outsiders?"

"You’re shameless enough to call me disgusting? Being with me while secretly associating with Melanie under the guise of a sister, it’s ridiculous."

He could engage in such disgusting acts as treating a foster sister as a wife, yet have the audacity to criticize others?

Immediately after speaking, Seraphina still felt discomfort and continued, "I’ve said all I need to. If there’s nothing else, get out of here and don’t annoy me!"

Ethan asking Seraphina to delete posts was akin to a fool’s dream. She had endured and waited for so many years just to bring down these despicable people through her own capabilities. How could she retreat at such a crucial moment?

"Ethan Lloyd, I give you three seconds. If you don’t leave here, I’ll call security!"

Seraphina and Desmond worked together to belittle Ethan, making him feel shame and unable to stay any longer despite his thick skin.

But before leaving, Ethan couldn’t swallow his anger and left them with a harsh parting shot:

"Seraphina Sinclair, don’t think releasing that bit of evidence will succeed! Let me tell you, the Lloyd Family’s foundation is deeply rooted, and taking me down isn’t that easy!"

With those words, Ethan left Seraphina’s office.

At the same time, the atmosphere suddenly turned dead silent.

Although Seraphina had fiercely retorted Ethan, her actual feelings were incredibly complex.

The kiss Desmond gave earlier came too suddenly. Although Seraphina understood Desmond was just provoking Ethan, she couldn’t help but feel awkward inside.

"Why is your face so red? Could it be you’re embarrassed? Hmm?"

As Seraphina was lost in thought, Desmond suddenly leaned closer, hooked the corner of his lips, and reminisced about that brief kiss, causing his thoughts to wander.

Instinctively, Seraphina took two steps back, only to hit the tea table behind her, her body swaying uncontrollably.

Fortunately, Desmond acted quickly and pulled her safely into his arms, or else Seraphina might have fallen.

"Be careful." Holding the woman safely, Desmond finally relaxed his tense heart.

Being pulled like this, Seraphina felt even more uncomfortable, quickly pushing Desmond away, she changed the topic, asking, "Ahem... I’m fine. By the way, did you need something today?"