"Sir, no problems have arisen with the Fuller Group and everything appears to be running smoothly on our side here at NC. The only thing is that the design department has been giving their all for the upcoming project and the majority of those involved have been pulling several all-nighters in a row, especially Ms. Emerson."

The door to the restaurant swung open and a man stepped in with his pair of long, slender legs. With a bag in one hand, he strode directly toward the center of the restaurant.

Cole followed closely behind, meticulously reporting about work.

In an instant, the majestic air emanating from the 6-foot man announced his presence to all the diners in the restaurant.

Shane's bitter-cold eyes softened as soon as he spotted little Sheryl, who was nestled comfortably in Charlotte's arms.

A hint of tenderness crept onto his dispassionate face.

At that exact moment, Sheryl's eyes also landed on him.

Mr. Handsome!"

Sheryl squealed with excitement and wriggled out of Charlotte's arms. As soon as she broke free, she ran towards Shane's as fast as her little legs could carry her.

Sheryl wrapped herself around Shane's thigh. She raised her head and let out a cheeky little giggle.

Charlotte and

alarmed glance, then snapped their heads back toward Sheryl's

exclaimed with

think that the handsome stranger whom Sheryl

struck Charlotte

to come by their table. Sheryl's soft, tiny hand lay in Shane's large palm and seemingly melted away his usual cold self. He failed to hide his smile as Sheryl hauled him

was recognized for his unyielding, cold-hearted character, but he

before her eyes. Charlotte's mind went blank and she didn't know what to do

being the handsome stranger whom Sheryl wouldn't stop going off about? "Mommy, this is the handsome man I told you about," Sheryl announced delightfully and tilted her head slightly toward Shane. "Mr.

help but blush a little

nothing more than a disdainful glance from Shane. After all, she was aware that Braden had been calling her an 'old nun' behind

in agreement. This left everyone

the growing tension between the adults. Her large

get up? That seat belongs to my Mr. Handsome,"

twitched. The words to defend himself were just about to roll off the tip of his tongue when he met Shane's icy-cold glare. Almost immediately, he stood up obediently and offered

a seat," Sheryl

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