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Chris was taken aback, standing blankly with two chicken wings on skewers in front of the barbecue grill. His
attention, however, was fixated on Lena’s face.
Coming from a prestigious family, he lived like a prince, possessing an outstanding physique and intelligence. He
earned numerous merits in the special forces, gaining fame along the way.
He couldn’t believe that a girl had rendered him speechless. Yet, there was something indescribably intriguing
about this feeling. Secretly, he hoped Lena would respond again.
Suddenly, Toph’s hard slap on his back brought him back to reality.
“Bro, bro! Fire! Fire!” Toph shouted.
Chris was startled as he saw the burnt chicken wings and sizzling sparks.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt“Man, special forces soldiers like you go through tough training in the wilderness, and now you feel close to burnt
stuff?” Toph teased.
Chris was at a loss for words, looking at Lena’s expressionless face as she walked away.
He asked Toph cautiously, “Who exactly is she?”
“I don’t know much, but she protected Pammy before,” Toph replied.
“Is she always this cold?” Chris inquired.
“Yes,” Toph said, devouring the skewer. “She said she was born with this resting bitch face. She doesn’t like to
smile!”
Chris was stunned but couldn’t help but smile. He was certain she would be even more beautiful than the albizia
flower by the stream when she smiled.
Zuko and Lina had set their wedding date, while Toph and Renee celebrated their engagement with a party.
During this time, Lina’s main focus was getting enough rest, eating well, working out, and taking care of her skin.
She also found time to pick her gown and gifts for the guests, ensuring she would be a glowing bride on her
wedding day.
Meanwhile, Zuko was busy preparing for the wedding and getting accustomed to taking over the Hamerton Group.
Zephyr brought him to the office more frequently, involving him in various board meetings.
In the latest meetings, Zuko sat directly at the main seat while Zephyr watched from the side. Pride swelled within
Zephyr as he watched his son confidently handle the meetings, manage company affairs from small to big, and
become familiar with important matters.
The people in the company knew that the young boss wasn’t as tough as Mr. Z, but he was just as decisive. Besides,
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmhe had a touch of grace and majesty that Mr. Z lacked. He could be tough when needed but also showed a softer,
more considerate side, much like Cordelia.
“So, the young boss is the perfect combination of Mr. Z and the madam…” the office staff discussed. “Let’s work
harder from now on!”
Initially, Zephyr thought of bringing Toph into the company as well, but Toph was not suited for it.
Unlike the business world, Toph preferred a free and imaginative life. He enjoyed studying science, exploring art,
and finding joy in the little things.
Zephyr believed that letting him pursue a career as a scientist, artist, or professional esports player would be much
better than confining him within the concrete walls of the company.
Furthermore, Zephyr worried that with Toph’s easy-going and kind nature, he might be taken advantage of in the
cutthroat business industry.
Cordelia would sometimes exclaim, “I wonder who Toph takes after…”
One day, while going through the art pieces left behind by the elderly at home, Zephyr stumbled upon several
works created by his father, Henry. This discovery finally put an end to Zephyr’s long contemplation.
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