Jonah smiled gently. His handsome features radiated tenderness as he gazed at her. At that moment, it felt like the whole world had quieted down. She seemed to be the only one there.Ivanka looked up and caught the affection in his eyes. Her heart fluttered. It was the same affection she had seen in Hanson’s eyes, and she had seen it more than once. She was familiar with such a gaze.Jonah was such a good actor.Jonah looked at her. “Iv, we have a lifetime ahead of us. I have all the time in the world to win over your heart. Thank you for giving me this opportunity.”Ivanka’s eyelashes trembled.“Oh, my God! This is so romantic! Oh, god! Mr. Sadler is so handsome! I want to marry him! I really do! I can’t take it anymore!”“Well, you will just have to take it. Mr. Sadler won’t even spare you a glance.”“Oh, my God! They’re so romantic! When will I ever get my own Prince Charming?”Jonah smiled. “How about we go to dinner first?”Ivanka nodded. Jonah did not forcefully pull her

Ivanka’s expression changed slightly, but she remained silent.In such situations, she really did not want to get into this subject with him. Talking about it would only make things more uncomfortable.The car sped on.Jonah, as usual, smoothly transitioned away from the previous topic. He did not bring it up again and instead started a new conversation. He ensured it remained engaging without becoming tiresome.Soon enough, they arrived at their destination. Once they ordered their meals, business talks began.Jonah never rushed Ivanka. She could speak whenever she felt ready. He had given her the freedom to do so.That was his personality. Despite his imposing presence, he had a remarkable ability to adapt. When it was time to instill fear, everyone would tremble in his presence. At the moment, he emanated the aura of a refined, handsome, and sincere gentleman.This natural charm was irresistible to most girls. However, Jonah’s attempts to win over Ivanka always seemed to fall

However, he did not have the courage to ask that aloud.Michael set down his phone with a loud clatter. It was an unusually harsh sound.Michael was not prone to such outbursts.He rarely resorted to throwing objects in anger unless he had reached a boiling point.Evan rubbed his nose and thought to himself. “Right, right, Mr. Barkworth doesn’t care about it. He certainly didn’t throw his phone on purpose.”He lowered his head and intended to wait a little longer. If Michael had no other instructions for him, he could leave.However, just as he took a couple of deep breaths, he suddenly heard Michael’s icy voice. “Get Ivanka over here immediately. There’s an issue with the collaboration project with Lane’s Group. She needs to handle it.”Evan fell speechless.He quickly said, “Yes, sir,” and left.Evan had to steel himself to make the call to Ivanka, but it was still better than being in Michael’s office. At least Ivanka was not a devil.Soon, the call connected.Evan wasted

The atmosphere in the office was brooding. Ivanka felt uneasy. Despite this, she walked over to Michael’s desk and gazed at him. She asked curtly, “What’s the matter with the project?”Michael’s expression was dark. He did not even spare Ivanka an icy gaze. He clicked the mouse with his right hand. The previously dark computer screen lit up once more. Through the glass behind Michael, Ivanka could glimpse the data table displayed on the screen, though the mirrored reflection partially impeded the view.“Come and see for yourself.”Michael’s voice was icy. He remained seated in his chair without budging an inch.Ivanka could tell that there really was a problem with the project. She frowned slightly. This was a project she had put a lot of effort into researching, and now that it was operational, she absolutely would not allow the company to encounter such issues!She immediately walked over to the computer. She stood by Michael’s left side. They were very close. Ivanka’s full atte

”Iv… I know that you’re no longer in love with that brat Michael. But you’re young, and you should remarry. You need someone to keep you company when you grow old.”Michael’s face darkened further. The look in his eyes became sharper than ever before.But Rosie was on the other end of the line, so she had no idea Michael was next to Ivanka. Rosie continued anxiously, “But that Sadler boy isn’t a good suitor. He is too much of a playboy. Who knows how many women he has been flirting with? I’m worried that he isn’t truly in love with you! Iv, you must find someone you can depend upon for the rest of your life, not someone like him.”Even though Rosie wanted Ivanka to be her granddaughter-in-law again, Michael did not pull his weight!Under such circumstances, Rosie could only help Ivanka scour for potential suitors so that she would not be tricked by awful men.Ivanka pursed her lips. When she saw that Michael’s face was dark and on the verge of exploding with rage any second, she s