Chapter 4

Owen’s gaze locked onto the girl in the corner, piercing and unrelenting

Selena followed his stare, her smile instantly freezing. She quickly shot a look at Eliza, signaling her to act

Eliza, sensing trouble, quickly stepped in. “Owen, that girl just got back from the countryside. She’s really shy, always kept to herself–never met strangers.”

But Own

Owen didn’t seem to care. He simply turned to his assistant, giving him a look that said it all. The assistant immediately understood, bypassing Selena and Eliza and walking straight to Hailey.

He spoke softly but respectfully. “Miss, our boss would like in speak with you.”

“Me?” Hailey raised an eyebrow, clearly surprised. After all, she didn’t even know Owen

“Yes,” the assistant nodded, gesturing for her to follow.

Considering his obvious status, Hailey didn’t want to cause trouble, so she reluctantly walked over to him.

“What’s this about?” Hailey asked, meeting his gaze head–on

Up close, Owen’s features were even more striking–cool, almost otherworldly, with skin as pale as marble. He had that kind. of beauty that could make anyone second–guess their own feelings.

Meanwhile, Owen studied her just as closely.

Hailey, still wearing yesterday’s clothes, had her long, flawless legs on full display, and they were hard to miss.

Owen’s eyes lingered on them a moment too long, and Hailey thought to herself, ‘What the hell is this guy’s deal? Why the hell is he staring at my legs like that?

“What’s your name?” Owen’s voice broke the silence, and his eyes shifted to her face.

Selena’s heart sank. That little bitch is already making moves on Owen!”

“Owen, this is my sister, Hailey Dalton.” Selena quickly interjected. “She’s already engaged.”

Hailey raised an eyebrow, her voice dripping with sarcasm. “Engaged News to me.”

“Yeah, you didn’t know?” Selena grinned with fake sweetness. “Mom and Dad are setting you up with a really great guy. Once you marry him, you’ll be living the good life.”

unimpressed. “So why

playing the innocent act, though her

“Oh, but you’ve stolen

“What do you mean by

pointed. “Oh, nothing. But you know exactly what

Hailey’s words. But with Owen standing there, she couldn’t afford to lose face.

Selena forced a laugh, trying to

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his in

who promptly opened

got in tedene quickly moved forward, her youre full of fake sweetness. “Owen, are you grang to the efficer

bega rambling like a broken

kept

patience not Bring her in

pan

hesitated, unsure whether Owen meant belena or Hailey.

tuned to Hailey, Miss Dalton,

Please

just get in Owen’s cart Eliza shouted

a little annoyed. What the hell is this guy playing at? Why does he

seat, grabbing her waist and yanking her into the car without warning The door slammed

her face twisted in fury as

her eyes. Seriously? You think I want to be in

and the car took off,

think it’s time to let go? Hailey found herself awkwardly sitting on a guy’s lap, his arms still

was seriously uncomfortable with how in control he

his

the opportunity, Hailey quickly slipped out of his arms and moved to the other side, glaring at him. “What the hell do you want? You trying to kidnap me in

gaze rested

absolutely stunning–fair skin, eyes that seemed to sparkle, and emotions dancing across

hair was loosely tied into a ponytail, giving her an innocent yet alluring

his

laughter, rolling her eyes as she looked away out the window.

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