The lunch went on pretty smoothly, despite Sydney's nerves at the start.

Christopher, on the other hand, remained rather open-minded.

Sydney slowly got infected by his mood; they started chatting about many things, ranging from finance-related issues to personal preferences. They even shared anecdotes about interesting and strange things they encountered. The two of them got along pretty well.

Many times during their conversation, Sydney was tickled pink by Christopher.

Each time Sydney laughed, Christopher would look at her with a tender and deep look in his eyes. Yet, he always managed to compose himself right before Sydney noticed it.

They continued chatting long after their meal was over.

The clock struck two in the afternoon before they realized it.

Sydney glanced at her watch. "Mr. Jackson, we've been here for so long. I'm sorry for holding you back from your appointments."

Christopher smiled. "Not at all. Am I holding you back from anything?"

Sydney smiled politely. "Of course not. I just didn't expect us to have so much to talk about."

Christopher was truly very different from all other powerful and influential leaders she had met.

He was polite and knew his boundaries. He didn't do everything he pleased and disregarded other people's feelings just because he had the power to do so.

He even thanked the waiter each time he switched out their plates and napkins.

a very charming

children to his name. He

had no lack

outside the family. They simply did it in the dark, such that

public functions. Famous female celebrities were merely playthings to

of it she had turned numb. As for Christopher, she

surface, he seemed more reserved and more worthy of her

always meet and chat

Christopher's words stunned Sydney.

even more directly, "We can be friends and

Sydney's palms started sweating.

sense something from the look

deliberately

then, her phone dinged

her phone screen, and saw a

are you? Mom seems to be in a bad state

into her bag, her face turning solemn in an instant.

just texted me. I'm sorry, Mr. Jackson. I have to head back now." She deliberately mentioned her

late. You should

and said, "Let

of them turned to

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