Chapter 279: What in the World Was Happening
Chelsea’s face changed suddenly, filled with deep sadness, as if she had lost something precious to an unknown rival. Vivienne raised her eyes to meet theirs, accepting that concealing the truth was no longer an option. She responded with a silent nod.
A hint of concern etched Cameron’s features, his look piercing. “When will you introduce him to us?”
“He’s currently away on business, so it’s not a good time,” Vivienne explained.
Maintaining eye contact, Cameron responded in a steady yet sharp voice, “Vivienne, remember you’re still young. Be careful not to be misled.”
A nagging suspicion crossed Vivienne’s mind that Cameron might be privy to more details than he revealed. Since he chose not to speak directly, she decided to play innocent.
“Got it.”
Looking toward the window, Chelsea’s face was marked by worry. “It’s late, Vivienne. Why don’t you spend the night?”
Vivienne shook her head, intending to speak with Derek later. “There are a few things I need to handle tonight. Maybe another time.”
“Take care on your way home, then.” Chelsea rose to walk Vivienne to the door, accompanying her out.
Standing by Vivienne as she prepared to leave, Chelsea added a reminder for Owen. “Ensure Vivienne gets home safely, then return immediately. You’re an adult, Owen. Being too close to Vivienne could affect her reputation.”
Owen sighed.
Chapter 279: What in the World Was Happening
As he opened the car door, Owen narrowed his eyes toward a distant path, a cold glint appearing briefly. Noticing his pause, Vivienne asked, “Is something wrong?” She followed his gaze and noticed a car lurking in the shadows. The license plate was hidden, but the model of the car was distinctly visible. Her laughter was quiet, tinged with a hint of sarcasm as she said, “Let’s go.”
Once Owen sat in the driver’s seat, he asked, “Is that the fool from the Mitchell family?” With a raised eyebrow and a knowing half-smile, Vivienne conveyed more than words could.
Meanwhile, inside the hidden car, Warren was momentarily frozen, lost deep in thought. Only when the black car vanished did he begin to regain his senses. The shock felt like a sudden dunk into icy water, causing his entire body to shiver. His face paled as confusion filled his mind, leaving him grasping for clarity. Things only seemed to get more complicated for him.
How did Vivienne have connections with the Sinclair family? The prestige of Cameron was no secret, and Chelsea, a famed socialite, held Vivienne in high regard, even escorting her personally. What in the world was happening? And now, Owen, Benjamin’s grandson, was driving Vivienne?
Known as the wealthiest in Lyhaton, the Sinclair family’s stature was intimidating. Owen, nicknamed the Crown Prince by those in their private circles, certainly lived up to that title. Although Owen didn’t socialize much, his background and achievements were far from simple. Enlisting at eighteen, he climbed to lieutenant by twenty and colonel by twenty-four, the youngest ever. Following his military career, he established Blue Core Technology, which soared to prominence in the tech industry. With such a distinguished profile, he wasn’t one to mingle with just anybody.
Chapter 279: What in the World Was Happening
Yet, here he was, reduced to carrying Vivienne’s bag and driving her around. Warren couldn’t shake the feeling that he was missing a vital piece of the puzzle. The harder he tried to grasp the situation, the more elusive the answers became. He massaged his temples, overwhelmed, and commanded his assistant in a stern tone, “Drive me back to the Mitchell residence.”
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