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Seville Bistro, the finest Larton restaurant in Ravenridge with an old–world, luxurious charm, was a gathering spot for the city’s elite. It was a favorite dining destination for high–level executives like Linden Sitwell, who relished its exclusivity.
Today, however, was special. It was Yvette’s birthday, and Colin had brought her and Ginny to Seville Bistro. The staff led them to the private suite, which had been reserved well in advance.
“Wow! This is Seville Bistro’s best suite, the ‘Golden Palace.’ The decor is just slightly less extravagant than ‘Water Paradise,‘ but still, it’s no wonder this is Ravenridge’s most prestigious restaurant!” Ginny exclaimed, taking in the retractable LCD screen, top–notch imported sound system, and the opulent ceiling decor. It felt like stepping into a modern palace, and she was thoroughly impressed.
“Yvette, Colin went all out for your birthday today. I’m so jealous! If you end up marrying him, you’ll be the happiest woman alive,” Ginny teased, looping her arm through Yvette’s with a playful grin.
Colin stood modestly to the side, though he couldn’t help but feel a small sense of pride. After all, Seville Bistro wasn’t a place one could just stroll into with money alone–it required connections. Without the right network, even wealth wouldn’t grant entry. He had to rely on his father Alistair’s influence to secure such an upscale birthday banquet for Yvette.
Yvette, hearing Ginny’s words, smiled politely and thanked Colin profusely. She was deeply moved by all the effort Colin had put into the celebration, but it wasn’t the kind of feeling one might have toward a lover. It was more like the gratitude she would feel if Ginny had planned such a grand event. To her, there was no difference between the two.
Still, her thoughts drifted to someone else–the boy who was always distant, never showing much attention to her. For some reason, she found herself longing for him to be there. Without him, this birthday gathering felt incomplete.
But then she remembered that it had been over a month since he disappeared without a trace, and no one had been able to contact him. She could only sigh.
“Ha! We owe it to Colin for going to such lengths today. Yvette, you’re truly blessed!” a voice broke through her thoughts.
Linden and Monica arrived hand in hand. Linden took one look at the luxurious room and laughed heartily, clapping Colin on the shoulder.
“Colin, thanks a lot for this p>
Colin gave a modest nod and bowed slightly. “Mr. Sitwell, you’re too kind. For Yvette’s birthday, no room could ever be too extravagant p>
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Linden and Monica exchanged glances, their admiration for Colin growing. They had already begun seeing him as their future son–in–law, appreciating both his humility and capability.
As more guests arrived, including Shiloh, Victor, and Jade–Yvette’s close friends from school- they were equally awestruck by the lavish suite and showered Colin with praise.
Even Autumn made an appearance, greeted with warm smiles by Linden and Monica. Once everyone was seated, the festivities began.
“By the way, where’s Madeline?” Ginny suddenly asked.
“I just spoke to her on the phone,” Yvette replied. “She’s been tied up with her album production and the filming of her music video. She just couldn’t find the time to join us p>
Ginny sighed wistfully. “How amazing! Madeline has such a rare talent for music. Being scouted by Glorious Entertainment and now already working on a new album? It won’t be long before she becomes a huge star p>
Linden nodded in agreement. “Indeed, with her natural talent and the backing of Glorious Entertainment, it’s only a matter of time before she’s a household name p>
Autumn, the most influential guest at the table, remained silent, merely nodding along. She had just returned from Ascendia after spending some nights with Frankie, where she had learned that Leander had secretly arranged for Madeline to be signed to Glorious Entertainment.
Autumn couldn’t help but feel both envious and sympathetic toward Madeline. To this day, Madeline likely had no idea that the man who had helped her step into the spotlight as a singer was none other than Leander, the same person she had a falling out with at “Water Paradise p>
She often wondered how Madeline would react if she ever discovered the truth.
Whenever Autumn recalled Leander’s commanding presence at that lounge, singlehandedly silencing two of Ascendia’s most powerful elites, she couldn’t help but shudder a little.
As everyone chatted and laughed, Monica suddenly sighed. “It’s such a pity. No one knows where Leander has disappeared these past few months. He’s completely unreachable.” This update is available on
“If we could get in touch with him, today’s celebration would be even livelier!” she added.
At the mention of “Leander,” the atmosphere in the room shifted. Expressions changed, and a subtle tension filled the air.
Many in the room had crossed paths with Leander before, and not in a good way. They had all, in one way or another, come out worse for wear after dealing with him. As a result, the room fell silent at his name.
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Only Yvette sighed quietly to herself. This was her first birthday since meeting Leander, and yet he wasn’t there to join the celebration.
“Colin, I haven’t seen you in a while. I hear you’ve officially taken on the role of general manager at Brightstorm Holdings. That’s a strong sign your father’s preparing you for the business world,” Linden remarked.
“At this rate, by the time you’re thirty, maybe thirty–five at most, you’ll be running the entire company. That’ll be your time to shine. You’ll be one of the most sought–after figures in Ravenridge’s business world. By then, your father and I will be ready to retire,” he added with a hearty laugh.
Colin smiled humbly and shook his head. “Even if I do take over Brightstorm Holdings, I’ll never match the wisdom and experience of you or my dad. I still have a lot to learn and would greatly appreciate your guidance, Mr. Sitwell p>
The guests looked on as Colin and Linden discussed business and the local power players with ease. Their knowledge and confidence earned them silent admiration from everyone in the
room.
Most of the others, only a few years younger than Colin, were still in school, enjoying their fleeting moments of popularity. Meanwhile, Colin was already rubbing shoulders with seasoned industry leaders, talking about market strategies and citywide influences. The difference in their worlds couldn’t have been starker, and it was something they alone fully understood.
Monica discreetly observed Colin, impressed by his intelligence and humility, as well as his good looks. He seemed like the perfect future son–in–law in her eyes. Sitting close to Yvette, she couldn’t resist patting her daughter’s hand and quietly asked, “Yvette, how are things going between you and Colin p>
Yvette frowned slightly at the question, unsure of how to respond. “Mom, what are you saying? What if someone overhears p>
She felt a sense of unease and suddenly stood up. “Excuse me for a moment. I’m going to the
restroom p>
Without waiting for a response, she left the suite, seeking a moment of fresh air. This birthday had turned out to be the most uninspiring one she’d ever had.
Yvette stepped out onto the third–floor balcony and gazed down, her eyes instantly catching something that made her freeze.
On the lawn in front of Seville Bistro, a boy sat casually on a stone bench, sipping milk and staring off into the distance as if enjoying the quiet moment with nature.
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Without hesitation, Yvette abandoned any thoughts of maintaining her elegant demeanor. She dashed toward the elevator, leaving the staff in shock at her sudden sprint.
In her evening gown and high heels, she didn’t even stop to consider the consequences. As soon as the elevator reached the ground floor, she rushed toward the lawn in front of the restaurant.
Luckily, the boy hadn’t moved. He remained seated, calmly drinking his milk.
Yvette’s heart raced as she approached, her anxiety mixed with a growing sense of anticipation. The silhouette was both familiar and yet distant. Just as she was about to reach the bench and finally see the boy’s face, her heel snapped, causing her to stumble forward with a startled cry.
Before she could hit the ground, a strong, firm arm caught her mid–fall, steadying her. A cold, familiar voice spoke close to her ear.
“Wearing heels and running that fast? You must be in a hurry p>
Hearing that voice, Yvette couldn’t suppress the surge of emotion welling up inside her. Her eyes misted over.
She lifted her gaze, and there, mere inches from her, was Leander’s handsome face, his eyes like stars as they met hers.
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