Chapter 115

Suddenly, there was only silence in the cat.

The four black vans had already driven away in a hurry, leaving their friends' bodies sprawled on the asphalt. The surrounding cars, whose drivers had witnessed the scene, stayed far away, unwilling to get involved. "Hey, driver," Alex called out. "Don't you think it's time to move out? What are you waiting for?"

The driver, who had been enjoying the music accompanying his journey to the afterlife, slowly opened his eyes and glanced around.

A jolt of shock ran through him. The obstruction that had once blocked his path

was gone.

"Yes, yes, Sir."

He hastily pushed the pedal, and as the car started moving, it bumped slightly- rolling over the bodies on the road

Jasmine stared out of the window, her eyes lost in the blue sky and the rows of passing houses.

"Don't you want to ask who they were?" Alex asked, breaking the heavy silence.

"Not really," Jasmine replied, her vo

soft but dismissive.

"They're like cockroaches-keep coming after me. Honestly, I'm starting to get bored of it." She tried to force a smile.

But Alex noticed the faint tremble in her hand as it rested near him.

"Can you help me tonight?"

"What is it?"

"You know that most of Kingston's bodyguards are stationed with my father in Los Angeles," Jasmine explained.

"The ones here are busy chasing after Chris and Bianca. So, I have no one to protect me. After what just happened, there's no telling when the next attack could come. I need you to be my bodyguard."

"Personal bodyguard?" Alex raised an eyebrow. "Wouldn't it be safer for you to stay in a secure place?"

"That's impossible," Jasmine replied.

"Tonight's my first banquet as Vancouver's leader-my first official appearance after my father. It's the biggest event for me and the entire city."

"Allies and enemies alike will be there. I'll be defenseless, sitting duck. Maybe this will be the last time you see me?" She blinked innocently.

Alex sighed, hesitating for a moment before nodding. "Alright, I'll protect you."

Even though it felt like a hassle, he knew he had to.

He was the reason Alfred Kingston had moved to Los Angeles, and it was his duty

to ensure everything ran smoothly. Jasmine's rise to power could not be put at risk.

"Many thanks, Mr. Alex." Jasmine flashed a sweet smile and linked her arm with his.

The subtle scent of her perfume filled the small space, warm and distracting.

1/4

Chapter lis

this?” she asked,

into the distance, letting the silence speak

heartache no one can heal; love leaves

Jasmine whispered, her words lingering like

sighed, his gaze heavy witli the weight of

"but we're only small boats, adrift

of the car engine filled the silence as the city blored

Vancouver Convention Centre, the

The modern design, inspired by West Coast beauty, featured sweeping glass walls, timber accents, and high ceilings that created an aura of

breathtaking views of the

lush greenery and a scenic marina, completing the grandeur

a stop at the entrance, its

golden glow

with precision, revealing a distinguished man in a perfectly tailored midnight-blue suit, accompanied by a stunning woman draped in a flowing black evening

They emerged together-elegance personified.

cufflinks, the gleam of his luxury

behind her ear, her flawless skin glowing like porcelain under the shimmer of the city

is she? A famous

"Her beauty-it's unreal!"

she the President of the Lancaster Group?

one of Vancouver's top

her side... that must be Marco Ashford-the most

around the entrance swelled in awe as people watched

grand entrance,

Centre would be this

now served as Sophia's personal secretary- a role she clung to with fierce

of losing her job, she was desperate to win Sophia's favor and prove

2/4

Chapter 115

breathtaking scene, her keen eyes tracing the panoramic view of the

city lights shimmered across the water, while the low hum of conversation among Vancouver's elite-the very people she had only read

waves.

her cultivated taste and discerning eye, she couldn help

was a masterpiece of elegance-sophisticated, timeless, and

leaned in, his voice warm and steady. "Sophia, you belong

Sophia suddenly remembered,

who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous? Actually, who are

chimed in, trying

us navigate this so people won't look

"Don't worry. With me here, who would dare to disrespect

raised an eyebrow, confused by

the Kingston family's partners. But nothing is set in stone until the contract is signed. That's why I'm here-to put

them personally?" Sophia

course. I've been friends with the Kingstons for

Mr. Ashford!" Megan's eyes

not only elevate the company's status but also solidify Megan's own position as Sophia's trusted right

It's no trouble at all." He shot her a

with a wink, trying to mirror

Her attention had shifted to the luxurious

up at the

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255