Mistaken Match: Marrying the Enigmatic CEO by Ruby Fennimore

Chapter 2004

In the heart of Zovince, along the bustling airport road, four sleek black SUVS

glided through the night, their engines humming softly against the backdrop

of the urban symphony. Within the second vehicle of the convoy sat an

elderly man, heavily bespectacled, who had closed his eyes to rest.

“Mr. Hale, we have arrived at the airport,” a voice called from inside the

vehicle, shattering the stillness that enveloped him. Slowly, the old man opened his eyes, revealing bloodshot irises that betrayed his exhaustion.

He forced a weary smile, patting his face in an attempt to shake off the

fatigue that clung to him. “We’ve arrived so quickly? I had hoped to rest a bit

longer. Thank you for your hard work.”

As he spoke, a robust man seated beside him had already exited the vehicle,

swiftly opening the door with a practiced ease.

“Thank you,” the elderly man expressed gratefully as he stepped out into the

cool night air.

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The muscular bodyguard nodded slightly, taking his place behind Mr. Hale.

His sharp gaze scanned the surroundings, ever vigilant. As the distinguished

official’s protector, his duty was to ensure his charge’s safety at all times.

Moments later, a female aide clad in a crisp black uniform approached, her

demeanor a blend of urgency and respect. “Sir, the Northern Region General

has arranged a security detail for you. The team leader, code–named Wolf, is

en route to ensure your safety during this trip.”

“Oh, is that so?” Mr. Hale replied, his tone lightening as he considered the

familiar rapport he shared with Santiago, the esteemed general from the

Northern Region. Naturally, he accepted the arrangements made on his

behalf. However, glancing at his watch, he frowned slightly. “There’s still some

time. I’ll head into the airport and wait for him before we board.”

The bodyguard’s discontent flickered across his expression, but he chose to remain silent in the public setting, understanding the weight of his duty.

As the group entered the airport, they made their way to a special waiting area reserved for their private flight. Around fifteen minutes later, Emmanuel,

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winded and hurrying, pulled up outside the terminal. Due to the rush, the

hundred–member elite unit he had planned to escort had not yet arrived.

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“Mr. Hale is already in the waiting lounge,” Sage, who had been coordinating

logistics, reported as he leaped out of the car, determination etched across

his face.

Emmanuel merely nodded and quickened his pace toward the terminal. The

bustling Zovince airport, alive with movement at one–thirty in the morning,

pulsated with surreal energy. Shadows of passengers flickered beneath the

harsh overhead lights, creating an almost dreamlike atmosphere in the

otherwise tranquil night.

Despite their urgency, Emmanuel and Sage adhered to the usual security protocols during the check–in process. As they stood in line, Emmanuel’s gaze wandered around the airport. He noticed two attendants clad in sleek black uniforms heading toward the exclusive boarding area for their private

aircraft.

just another part of the crowd. However,

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pair soon ignited a

attempted to bypass security

was

a security officer admonished, his tone

professional.

the two attendants vanish from

and quietly relayed

to notify Mr. Hale not

a brief moment, his brow

quickly nodding in agreement.

time running short in the security line,

Drawing on his

toward the private lounge where Mr.

one–thirty in the morning, Ethan glanced at

hasn’t Mr. Wolf arrived

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female aide hurried over, her voice a hurried whisper. “Mr. Hale,

should hold off on

twinge of uncertainty, his

finally broke his silence, his voice

is? What

crucial for the welfare of the

elections. We cannot

the significance of their

could be seized upon by his two rival

in the eyes of the public. Yet, he also

of the Northern Region General. As one

in Chanaea, Ethan could surmise the

Emmanuel’s identity.

legendary warrior from the Northern

victories in battle. The

motives, reasons that extended

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waiting

accompany you onto the plane. With me around, I can

your safety.”

man spoke with unwavering

His name was Chester Collier. His father, Pierre

the strongest bodyguard in the

protecting

also fallen victim to the same

the reputation Pierre had built over decades was

on his family. As his

father’s legacy. He was resolute in his mission

Hale until the day he ascended to the

leader.

by the Northern Region General to

clear affront to Chester. It implied

as the protector, Ethan

The

great respect,

of Emmanuel, who had

Did Ethan

show up before boarding

“Very well”

personable figure, had forged a

years. His bond with Pierre,

three decades, only added to the weight

young man seethed with fury, Ethan decided it was

the plane and await Emmanuel. After

and could not

his female assistant and

him onto the

surprise, as soon as they settled into

accompanied by another staff member. She

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that the plane would be

inquired, furrowing

weather issue along the route.

need to alter our

additional fifteen minutes. To guarantee we arrive

must take off early.”

attendant explained meticulously, a

hinting at a sense of