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

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soon ignited a spark

he attempted to bypass

but was

a security officer admonished, his

professional.

the two attendants vanish from view, Emmanuel

relayed his concern to

to notify Mr. Hale not

for a brief moment, his

quickly nodding in agreement.

short in the

crowd. Drawing on his remarkable speed, he slipped

airport, racing toward the private lounge where Mr.

Ethan glanced at his

hasn’t Mr. Wolf arrived yet? I need to

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voice a hurried whisper. “Mr. Hale,

off on boarding until he

Ethan felt a twinge of uncertainty, his

muscular bodyguard finally broke his silence, his

he think he is? What right does he have to dictate

is crucial for the welfare of the people

elections. We cannot afford any

the significance of their timely

could be seized upon by his

eyes of

Northern Region General.

Ethan could surmise the weight

Emmanuel’s identity.

the legendary

victories in battle. The insistence that they

motives, reasons that

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The

of waiting for

I’ll accompany you onto the plane. With

your safety.”

spoke with unwavering determination, his expression

Chester Collier. His father,

bodyguard in the world. Tragically, Pierre

ambushed and killed while protecting the former national

also fallen victim

reputation Pierre had built

on his family. As his son, Chester

uphold his father’s legacy. He was

Hale until the day he ascended to the esteemed

leader.

the Northern Region General to assign

a clear affront to Chester. It

as

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commanded great respect, and

of Emmanuel, who had yet to arrive,

Did Ethan truly need to wait for

show up before boarding

“Very well”

a personable figure, had forged a solid

thirty years. His bond with Pierre, who had

for three decades, only added to the weight of

man seethed with fury,

await Emmanuel. After all, his schedule was

could not be delayed

his female

onto

soon as they settled into their seats,

by another staff member. She

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The

news that the plane would be

early departure?” Ethan inquired, furrowing his

Hale, we’ve detected a weather issue

to alter our

an additional fifteen minutes. To

must take off early.”

attendant explained meticulously,

corners of his mouth, hinting at a sense of satisfaction