Chapter 575:

While he had risen to significant stature, critics argued he was unworthy of his accolades. Ernesto hid it well, but deep down, he felt a profound emptiness, despite his wealth and power.

When Kallie compared him to a revered figure, Ernesto couldn’t help but feel overjoyed.

Kallie continued to praise Ernesto even though she didn’t quite mean her words. “I once had a mentor who taught me a great deal,” she told Ernesto. “When I speak with you, he comes to mind.”

“Really? Who might that be?” Ernesto asked, his interest piqued as he narrowed his eyes slightly, suspicious of the flattery that might be too good to be true.

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Kallie left him guessing, choosing not to reveal her mentor’s identity. Instead, she elaborated on her apprenticeship in antique restoration under his tutelage, explaining how the craft had a calming effect and refined her tastes.

time, she came to see her

intrigued Ernesto, and Kallie took the chance to offer her

the antiques restored but also to

about the experience

charming diversion from his boredom. He felt no need to guard himself around her, as

Kallie found herself enjoying an unprecedented closeness

long held herself in high regard as the most

daughter to Ernesto. Yet here was Kallie, the woman she had introduced to the

to reserve his warmest smiles for Kallie, much to

menacing. “Stop with the cunning little games!

Why would I want to leave?

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