Chapter 1097


    Chapter 1097


    Elliot stared at Nathaniel across the table, his gaze icy and unyielding.


    His tone was chilly, no longer bothering to conceal his direct confrontation.


    “Aren''t you thinking too highly of yourself? If | can’t protect Sheena and our two kids, what makes you think your influence is


    stronger than mine?”


    After all, Elliot had helped Nathaniel secure the position of head of the Nicholls family.


    Currently, Nathaniel was still developing the Nicholls Group, and there were still many areas where he needed Sheena and


    Elliot’s assistance.


    Moreover, Elliot''s influence in Froania was deeply rooted, almost unshakable.


    With a flick of his finger, he could change any situation.


    Nathaniel’s power was iparable to his.Content provided by N?velDrama.Org.


    Previously, Elliot had tolerated Nathaniel’s hints, though he always responded with a subtle retort. This time, he could not bear it


    anymore.


    Considering Nathaniel’s role as the godfather of Asher and Adora, Elliot reluctantly refrained frombeling him as a schemer.


    Nathaniel’s face paled slightly, his eyes carrying a self-mocking sarcasm.


    “Indeed, | overestimated myself. With you around, Sheena and the two kids will definitely be the happiest.”


    Elliot''s displeased expression softened slightly.


    Instead of offering the grilled pork belly to Sheena first, he ced it on Nathaniel’s te.


    “Eat more, lest you say we aren’t treating you well. Hopefully, the food will shut you up.”


    Faced with Elliot''s direct challenge, Nathaniel felt somewhat embarrassed, knowing he could not do


    much against Elliot.


    Sheena, observing the two men’s provocations, stifled augh.


    “It''s a rare honor in all of Froania to be served by Ell. Moreover, he grilled the meat himself. You should eat more. It’s really


    delicious.”


    Nathaniel smiled and nodded, saying nothing more.


    Sheena then shifted her gaze to Phoebe, catering to Phoebe’s preferences.


    Nathaniel, noticing her greater concern for Phoebe than for himself, silently hung his head, chewing the tasteless grilled meat.


    Farlem.


    Chapte 1007


    As dusk settled in, Hannah and Noah walked side by side on the streets after enjoying a delightful French dinner.


    Since their engagement, they spent their days working together and evenings dining at the Moore


    Mansion.


    However, they retreated to their respective rooms after dinner, with little time for actual dates.


    Noah had not even had the chance to hold her hand.


    There was no crowd in the affluent business district, and the dim streetlights cast their long, narrow shadows.


    Yet, there was an unusually warm and cozy atmosphere between them.


    Suppressing his nervousness, Noah asked, “Hannah, tonight is our first official date. Can | hold your hand?


    Despite being engaged, he still asked for permission.


    Nheless, Hannah felt touched, appreciating Noah’s respect for her consent.


    “Sure.”


    With permission granted, Noah boldly sped her delicate hand in his.


    Their warm palms pressed against each other, fingers interlocked in the ssic couple’s hand-holding


    pose.


    Even though they were just holding hands, both blushed like they were electrified, their palms sensitive and stiff, unsure where to


    ce them.


    The street was quiet as they strolled, each passing moment feeling etched into their hearts.


    After some time, it was Hannah who broke the silence.


    “The movie''s over, and dinner’s done. Mr. Noah, where are you taking me?”


    Of course, he was taking her to a hotel to spend the night together.


    As they continued walking, Noah felt increasingly nervous.


    “| deliberately chose a very nice hotel for tonight. We''re almost there, and | think you''ll like it.”