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.

first, he dismissed them as just another part of the crowd. However,

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ignited a spark of suspicion

attempted to bypass security to

but was

the rules,” a security officer

professional.

vanish from view, Emmanuel felt a

and quietly relayed

to notify Mr. Hale not to

hesitated for a brief moment, his

quickly nodding in agreement.

the security line, Emmanuel

on his

airport, racing toward the private lounge where Mr.

morning, Ethan

hasn’t Mr.

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over, her voice a hurried whisper.

should hold off on boarding until he

felt a twinge of uncertainty, his thoughts

him, the muscular bodyguard finally broke his silence, his voice

“Who does he think he is? What right does he have to dictate Mr.

trip is crucial for the welfare of the people and the support

We cannot

significance of their timely

upon by his two

eyes of

acumen of the Northern Region General. As one of

Chanaea, Ethan could surmise the weight

Emmanuel’s identity.

legendary warrior

unparalleled victories in battle. The insistence

reasons that

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of waiting for

accompany you onto the plane. With me around, I

your safety.”

spoke with unwavering determination, his expression

was Chester Collier. His father, Pierre Collier,

as the strongest bodyguard in the world. Tragically,

and killed while protecting the former national leader,

victim to the same

the reputation Pierre had built over decades was

a profound impact on his family. As his

He was resolute

Hale until the day he ascended to the

leader.

the recent decision by the Northern Region

a clear affront to Chester. It

suggesting that, with him as the protector, Ethan was still

The

The General commanded great respect, and

Yet, the delay of Emmanuel, who had yet to arrive,

Ethan truly need

not even show

“Very well”

had forged a solid friendship with the

over thirty years. His bond

only added to the

seethed with fury, Ethan

and await Emmanuel. After

could not be delayed

decision made, his female

onto the

soon as they settled

by another staff member. She delivered

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news that the plane would be taking

Ethan inquired, furrowing his brow

we’ve detected a weather issue along

alter our flight path,

To guarantee we

must take off early.”

meticulously, a

of his mouth, hinting at a sense of satisfaction