Chapter 655

The more Lenora spoke, the more frightened she became. She had just watched
a horror movie the previous night where a scene exactly like this had played out. The main character’s dog started barking at thin air, and a second later, a long- haired ghost in a red dress appeared on screen. This felt unnervingly similar. Thɪs chapter is updatᴇd by.net
Keira looked at her and chuckled. “You’re a young girl. How can you be more superstitious than an old woman like me?” She gently patted Monday’s head, trying to quiet him.
But Monday only got more excited. Before either of them could react, he darted away, bolting towards a figure standing by the path. He launched himself at the person, planting his front paws on their legs, whining with joy.
The man was tall and imposing, with sharp features and a powerful presence. He was dressed in an expensive, custom-tailored suit, and the watch on his wrist glinted under the lamplight. He looked as if he had just come from a tense meeting, a lingering air of severity about him.
But the moment he saw Monday, that harsh aura vanished. His lips curved into a slight smile, as if spring had suddenly thawed a frozen landscape.
He bent down and ruffled Monday’s head. “Hey, Monday. What are you doing out here all by yourself?”
“Woof! Woof! Woof!”
When Lenora turned to see who it was, her eyes widened. “Oh my god! He’s so handsome!”
Keira hurried over. “Excuse me, sir. I’m so sorry, my dog must have startled you.”
*Sir?*
The word seemed to catch Gordon Sylvester off guard. “It’s no trouble, Keira. Monday and I are old friends.”
It was only then that Keira got a clear look at his face. “You’re… you’re Gordon Sylvester, aren’t you? Head of the Sylvester family?”
The Gonzales and Sylvester families didn’t have much interaction. Keira had only seen him once from a distance at a conference. She would have forgotten most people but it was hard to forget the head of the Sylvester family.
Gordon, still processing being called ‘sir,’ was now taken aback by her formal tone. “Ma’am,” he said quickly, “Miss Gonzales was very kind to me once. I’m her junior. Please, just call me Vest.”
*Vest?*
Beside them, Lenora looked like she was about to swoon. Oh my god! This was Gordon Sylvester, the head of the Sylvester family, a legend in the business world! Wasn’t he supposed to be notoriously difficult? Why was he being so humble in front of Keira?
Even Keira was taken aback. Though Gordon was young, his reputation for ruthless business tactics preceded him. He had even been called the God of Death by some.
Just then, Gordon spoke again. “Ma’am, I have a video conference call shortly. If there’s nothing else, I should be going.” He gave Monday one last pat. “See you, Monday.”
“Woof! Woof!” *Bye, Dad!* In Monday’s eyes, this was his father. His real father. The only downside was that his dad hadn’t brought any treats this time. A minor disappointment.
Lenora didn’t snap out of her daze until Gordon’s figure had completely disappeared from view. She turned to Keira, her voice buzzing with excitement. “Ma’am! Based on my years of dating experience, loan tell you that Mr Sylvester is definitely into our Miss Caitlin!”
“Into her?” Keira looked at Lenora, confused. “What do you mean?”
“I mean they’re dating!” Lenora’s imagination was already running wild, picturing
the handsome couple together. They were perfect for each other! So perfect!
“Him?” Keira glanced in the direction Gordon had gone, a look of disdain on her face. “Freya’s taste isn’t that bad, is it?”
Bad? Dating Gordon Sylvester was considered bad taste?
Lenora swallowed hard. “Ma’am, Mr. Sylvester is the Prince Charming of every single woman in The Capital! Why do you sound so against him and Miss Caitlin being together?”