Love Beyond the Mask by Adelaide Sinclair

Chapter 95

Ludwik flicked off the main lights, enveloping her in silence and his undeniable warmth. Sensing something was not right, Whitney’s cheeks flushed as she caught a glimpse of his toned midriff under the covers. Yet, he made no further moves, merely gazing at her with a bemused expression as she lay there, stuffed and nearly delirious from the hearty barbecue dinner. He gently tapped her forehead and murmured, “Time to sleep.”

She smelled wonderful. Nestled beside her, he finally had a good night’s rest.

The comforting scent that lulled him to sleep was a mystery, reminiscent of the girl who had saved him that night years ago, magical almost.

His phone screen lit up silently as he was about to drift off. He switched it to mute–it was a call from Elaine.

Ludwik propped himself up slightly, causing Whitney to murmur in discomfort before turning over to continue her slumber.

He smiled softly, tucking her in before stepping onto the balcony and closing the door behind him to take the call.

“What?” Elaine only called for work–related matters, he knew.

On the other end, Elaine detected his icy tone and felt a mixture of relief and a tinge of jealousy. She had intentionally called at this hour, hoping to interrupt intimate moments. But his voice betrayed no hint of such activities. Had he really not touched Whitney again?

Elaine’s frown eased as she got to business, “I’m sorry to bother you this late, Bro, but there’s something about Whitney. She turned down the two vendors you recommended for her. Maybe she doesn’t want your help, or she’s looking for someone else?”

Ludwik paused mid–drag of his cigarette, his brows furrowing as he exhaled into the night.

He said nothing more than a curt, “I see.”

Elaine could sense his displeasure. “Do you want me to find out which vendor Whitney’s in touch with?”

“Yeah,” Ludwik responded before ending the call.

He put out his cigarette and returned inside. His towering form approached the bed where Whitney lay; her delicate features softened in sleep.

The furrow between his brows deepened. He had good intentions in helping her; why had she refused?

He did not understand. She had not mentioned it in the car earlier. The Imperial Gem Corporation was already a rival to Skye Gem Ltd. He had lowered his pride to assist her.

she afraid

time to

morning, Whitney awoke to prepare

emerging from the dressing room,

but before leaving, he tossed her a smile and said, “Come by my

what you do now?” Whitney

don’t mind you knowing some of it, seeing

down at it: United

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the country! Almost every upscale mansion in

her husband

Skye Gem Ltd. was worth 20 billion dollars, but the market value of

at the office and

most mysterious companies, aside from Imperial Gem Corporation and

Suddenly, him being so wealthy seems kinda hot. I think I’m falling for him,”

“Whitney, your love

a barbecue dinner last night… When I first met him, I had no idea how wealthy he

do I have to pay you not to snitch to

She immediately dialed her college buddy, Cooper, who had handed her his

and Skye Gem urgently needed new supplies after recalling a batch

just the director, a small fry. Our chairman heard I was closing a big deal

mode. “If the chairman is coming, I should pick

to keep it low–key. Just come

polite goodbye,

tall man standing by

early at the Lotus Clubhouse, only waiting a few

Whitney stood to greet him, she froze at the sight of the refined man

air. His handsome features complemented his tall stature and outstanding demeanor. His eyes lifted in surprise, a

Whitney was genuinely

at the boss, instinctively

modest and did not want to boast,