The Rewritten Love: A Second Beginning

Chapter 28

Jadie waited for a moment before she spotted Zach emerging from the study. Swiftly, she moved toward him. “Zach, what’s wrong? You look upset. Did he… give you a hard time?”

Zach, with a blazer draped over his arm, was visibly troubled. But upon catching sight of her, his expression softened slightly. “It’s nothing. Let’s head back.”

Seated in the car, Zach’s grip on the steering wheel tightened as he replayed the conversation from the study, his gaze sharp and determined.

“This is an invitation to a charity gala happening next week. I’ll send someone to assist you. You know what to do.”

Zach accepted the invitation. “Is Father trying to ally with the Young family?”

“No, it’s a bid for a strategic marriage between our families. You’re not getting any younger, Zach. It’s about time you settle down. Currently, the Young family seems like

“I understand. I won’t disappoint Father.” For some reason, Zach pulled over.

him. “Zach,

your

best bet.”

been together for years, there had always been a chasm between them, a line neither had dared to cross even though their feelings were apparent. Now, Jadie

shoulder as her hands

a while that Zach let her go. “Jadie, I’ve got some things to deal with soon. I need you

request. A wave of disappointment washed over

“No, you’ve been great. Just give

sentiment. But he had always been reserved, hiding his emotions, which made him

I understand. I’ll

at Zach’s lips. “I’ll pick you up after school on

Jadie nodded. “Alright.”

upcoming arrangements. Kevin, Zach’s right–hand man, presented several documents for him to sign. Wearing a sleek black vest and gold–rimmed glasses, Zach exuded a commanding air of self–discipline. He meticulously reviewed the departmental reports and upcoming project proposals. Outside the window, the sky had faded to darkness. His phone, placed on the desk, buzzed to life. His gaze never left the papers, as he accepted the call and placed it to

Zach Jardin speaking.