A Replacement Bride

Chapter 44

"Then, I'll return to the Cornell Residence, Katherine."

Keith wished to stay with Katherine rather than leave, but his sister was too ruthless, forcing him to flee in despair.

She felt helpless when she saw his appearance; after all, he was still a kid with a childish temperament.

After Keith had left, Katherine opened the curtains and saw his figure five minutes later in the community garden. Soon, he left Soulin International.

She averted her gaze and drew the curtains.

On top of the hectic schedule she was on recently, she had an appointment the next day with an old friend. As a result, Katherine soaked in a hot bath before diligently going to bed.

This time, she slept reasonably well. She awoke early the next morning and was about to leave when her neighbor came out. She took another look and expressed disinterest upon seeing his face clearly. With a cold face, she pressed the elevator button.

There were two elevators on each floor. Joaquin approached Katherine as she stood there waiting for the elevator.

He stood there in a gray suit, buttoned up to the top of the neckline, and remained silent with his strong aura.

Katherine cursed silently, I can't believe I keep running into this pervert.

The elevator arrived just as she was thinking.

They entered the elevator sequentially. Since the space was big but limited, the man's natural scent was enticing and suffocating as the familiar smell penetrated her nose.

Katherine subconsciously glanced at Joaquin in front of her and a sense of familiarity kept creeping up on her.

She gave him a brief glance before shaking her head, attempting to suppress her emotion.

she reached the first floor whereas the man was on his way to the basement floor to get his car. He noticed her

International, Katherine's cab appeared as well. She opened the door to get into the car as Joaquin's

phone kept beeping incessantly. She glanced at the news

He got up early and

was heading to a high-end private restaurant in Hovington where customers needed to make a reservation at least three months in advance. Even if one had a lot of money, it was possible that they would not be able to get a

private restaurant was located in a small alley in Hovington's south end. It was a one-of-a-kind

private room,

How many times have you stood me up?" As she approached the door, she

looked across the table at the man. He had long black hair with delicate and beautiful feminine facial features, accompanied by his pair of seductive and charming almond eyes. He was dressed in a

that moment, Katherine's fingers trembled as she had the full desire to whack him,

get right to the point. I'm extremely busy." She raised her hand, took the teapot from the table, and poured herself some tea before responding

you in ages and you don't

no longer poor. I'm looking for you because the medicine you gave me last time caused quite a commotion on the black market, and many people are now looking for it. They are looking for

was Katherine's childhood friend; a friend worth

had not been for his covert protection, she would have been killed the day she

had been difficult over the years, she had been safe and secure due

both legal and illegal ways. Their various underground trading channels known as the black market could be found all over the world. If Katherine created something that was difficult to sell, she would let

have a lot of raw materials right now. Perhaps you can get some raw materials for me, and I'll make them and hand them over to

reminder from Aberama, Katherine would have almost

was detailed in Darren's medical book. It was said that taking it could result in the bones being modified. Although it was not possible for people to obtain fictional magical powers, taking it could help to strengthen and cure diseases, and

to obtain and the production took a long time to refine. She made three at first; one for herself, one for her grandmother, and one for Aberama. To

are looking for you right now because of this medicine. They're all wealthy and powerful. Would you like to meet

I'm not interested," Katherine said impatiently,

her response because