Rewriting My Heart's Fate

Rowan seemed to see through my thoughts and subtly steered the conversation.

"I can understand that you might not be in the best of spirits tonight, Ms. Wiley. After all, it's hard to come to terms with encountering your ex and their current partner, especially in such a setting."

I froze for a moment, then smiled wryly and shook my head. "Mr. Ellard, you've misunderstood. Mr. Grayson and I were just ex-classmates. And now, we're only business partners."

"Don't lie to me." Rowan chuckled softly. His gaze locked with mine. "You're not very good at it. The words Mr. Grayson said to you on the balcony tonight certainly didn't sound like something one would say to a mere business partner." A chill ran through me as I suddenly remembered that Rowan had indeed been there. Had he heard everything?

"Oh, by the way," Rowan said casually, "since Mr. Grayson and you are not in a relationship, may I ask if you have any interest in me?"

My pupils contracted, and I almost choked on my breath. Rowan sure was direct, wasn't he?

But then I realized, given the private nature of the setting, his words made sense. After all, I was the chairwoman of Evelyn Studio. I was pretty, successful, and accomplished.

a top-tier tycoon like him, I was certainly a desirable prospect. But did I still have the courage to love again?

changed the subject. "By the way, Ms. Wiley,

in the fashion capital, Melando." "Great idea." Rowan nodded. "But to make a mark in a foreign country, without strong connections and

tone shifted and became more meaningful. "Here's an idea. As Rowan Group's partner in Valleria, I could help connect you with the right people

uncertain about my trip to Melando. If I could secure support from a giant like Rovera Group, things would undoubtedly be

spoke carefully, "I truly appreciate your offer, Mr. Ellard, but given that we've had no prior dealings with your company, I wonder if it would be appropriate to accept such a gesture." Rowan laughed heartily. "Don't be so formal! We're both rising stars in the fashion industry, it's only natural that we support each other and create something great

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roots in Valleria are deep, but when it

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in your cutting-edge design concept, it'll be incredibly beneficial

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the value of Evelyn Studio and wanting to

success." I raised

downed the drink. The bitter liquid burned as it slid

to toast in return. "To a successful partnership! I'm sure this will