Elise could tell Darion was bummed out. She flashed a grin and soothed him, "Don't sweat it, Mr. Carter. There are plenty more fish in the sea. If she's not into you, the next one might be."Upon hearing Elise's words, Darion got even more irritated and said, "I refuse to believe I can't win her over. Come here, Jared."Darion beckoned his chauffeur, Jared Stainton, over and whispered into his ear.…The minor interruption was over in no time. Yasmin didn't pay it any mind.At 8:00 pm sharp, Michelle's staff approached Yasmin and said, "The event is underway, Ms. Starr. Ms. Ferguson's already speaking on the stage, and she wants you to head over. You're up next." "Sure," Yasmin responded. She picked up her dress and followed the staff up to the stage.As Michelle introduced Yasmin, she slowly made her entrance in her long purple dress. Her attire was simple, classy, and sophisticated.When the host hit Yasmin with questions, she'd answer with a smile. Otherwise, she'd just sta

Blake's expression darkened, and he fixed his gaze on Elise.Feeling anxious, Elise suppressed her fear and explained herself. "Wait, Blakey, hear me out. Yasmin set this up and tricked me into saying those words."It was only when Yasmin snatched Carlos from me that I lost it. I never had any plans to get back at her in the past.""Here we go with the acting again," Yasmin sneered."Shut up!" Elise furiously glared at Yasmin."You're the one who needs to zip it," Blake stated and coldly looked at Elise. Elise was startled, and tears started running down her cheeks. With a hint of sorrow, she asked, "Why are you into a woman like her, Blakey?"She continued through tears, "Yes, I admit that I fell for you back then, Blakey. Before my dad passed away, he told you to take care of me, so you became the most important person in my life."I don't want anyone else to take you away from me. I felt that way since the beginning, but I couldn't express it. I was scared that if I did, yo

The blonde man ran back and dutifully informed Darion, "They're charging you with kidnap, Mr. Carter.""What did you just say?" Darion removed the cigarette from between his lips. "I just wanted to take her to the top of the mountain to see the moon. Why are they accusing me of kidnap?""I don't know. The police said it was Mr. Ford who made the accusation."Darion was speechless. He got out of his car and confronted Blake. "You're Blake, right? I heard you're accusing me of kidnap." Growing up overseas, Darion was fearless. Even though he had heard of Blake's notoriety, he wasn't afraid.Blake was chatting with the police when Darion approached. Hearing him, Blake glanced over with a cold expression.Darion paused for a moment. "I didn't hurt her," he instinctively said.Blake walked past Darion and asked an officer, "Where is she?""She should be in the car." The officer led Blake over.Blake peered into the open window and saw Yasmin sitting inside. She was perfectly fin

Yasmin knitted her brows together. When she was about to open her mouth, Blake walked over and kissed her. She didn't have the chance to say anything.Yasmin moaned twice before Blake pinned her to the wall and fervently made out with her.After a while, Blake pulled away from her lips and said in a raspy voice, "Stop asking me to leave." He continued, "From now on, every time you bring it up again, I'll kiss you until you stop talking.""Like I said, I don't—"Before Yasmin could get her words out, Blake sealed her lips with his. His tongue aggressively entangled with hers. The kiss was intense and possessive, yet eager and affectionate.Yasmin was filled with resignation. She pinched Blake's shoulders and tapped it repeatedly, signaling she was running out of breath.Finally, Blake removed himself from her. He breathed heavily, his breath landing on her chin."If you say those words again, I'll take it you want me to kiss you. Got it?"Yasmin helplessly said, "Let me go."

Yasmin understood and went with Blake to get changed.On the way, Blake suddenly took Yasmin's hand in his. His warm and large palm held her cold and delicate hand.Yasmin felt a shiver as Blake asked, "Your hand is so cold. Are you worried?"Yasmin kept quiet and didn't respond to Blake's concern.Blake seemed to have read Yasmin's mind. He nonchalantly remarked, "It's just a regular check-up. Don't worry too much."Still, Yasmin remained silent.Blake guided Yasmin to the changing room. The nurses handed them two sets of green protective suits. Blake reached out to take off Yasmin's coat.Yasmin batted her eyelashes in confusion and finally broke the silence. "What are you doing?""I'm helping you put on the protective suit.""I can do it myself." Yasmin unfolded the suit.Blake insisted, "You won't be able to tie the straps at the back, I'll have to help you."Yasmin pressed her lips into a thin line. Meanwhile, Blake continued, "Let's not waste any more time. The speci