The old lady's words lingered in Sebastian' mind for quite a while.
With year-end approaching, Halden & Co. was swamped, and the deal with Aurvista Group was in the middle of some intense negotiations. It had already been over two weeks since he last saw Elaria.
Every year around this time, the company threw a big bash. Usually, Elaria would be right by his side, but not this time. He'd asked her to come. She didn't even bother replying.
The news that the Halden & Co. president's marriage was in jeopardy had spread fast-tons of women were ready to pounce if given the chance.
Ms. Woods managed to fend them off one by one.
Standing in a corner of the banquet hall, Sebastian held a wine glass and stared out at the night lights of Caelmoor. That's when Ruby walked up behind hi
