Chapter 194
Chapter 194
“I have half-sisters and half-brothers Call responded My father had numerous women in his life, which
resulted in a considerable number of children
Neither phenor Abigailted och a response, making the atmosphere awkward, as they were uncertain
about how to react to the unexpected revtion
When she saw her press Lillian mered, somewhat unexpectedly. “Mom, Dad, those are the actions of a
previous generation. His parents do not define him!”
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Callum regarded Lillian with astonishment. Unbeknownst to him a subtle warmth graced his eyes
Stephen was the first to regain hisposure and added. Indeed you’re correct. The past is behind us.
So, Callum, what is your current upation?
Tam mainly tasked with overseeing apany’s operations, Callum responded
Overseeing apany Stephen appeared somewhat skeptical upon hearing this and inquired. “Which
company are you managing I recall you being just 29 years old.”
From Stephen’s viewpoint, achieving a standard middle management role at the age of 29 would be
considered quitemendable
However, the idea of managing apany sounded rather unconventional and gave rise to doubts
regarding its feasibility Callum replied, “It’s called White Maple Group, Mr Quines Have you heard of
it?”
As an everyday citizen like Stephen, he would not be familiar with the name of a renowned shipping
company. However, when it came to the vehicles parked within the residential area, he could readily
identify them by simply ncing at their logos
Stephen could only offer a slightly awkward smile and impaired, “Well I’m not familiar with it. Is it a
recently establishedpany? He surmised that, in this day and age, young individuals often ventured
into entrepreneurship, so the creation of a newpany wouldn’t be out of the ordinary
The awkwardness seemed to transfer from her father to Lillian at this juncture
Callum, on the contrary, Callum didn’t make any remarks about it and umply offered a unile
than had initially intended to seize an opportunity to depart with Callum following their conversation.
However, Stephen and Abigail expressed their desire for Callum to join them for dinner
“Didn’t you mention having workments at thepany today?” Lillian made a concerted effort to
signal him dacreetly with her eyes
“Work can wait until I’ve finished this meal Callum rephed
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interest in a more
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“I have half-sisters and half-brothers,” Callum responded. “My father had numerous women in his life,
which resulted in a considerable number of children.”
Neither Stephen nor Abigail anticipated such a response, making the atmosphere awkward, as they
were uncertain about how to react to the unexpected revtion.
When she saw her parents’ awkwardness, Lillian uttered, somewhat unexpectedly, “Mom, Dad, those
are the actions of a previous generation. His parents do not define him!”
Callum regarded Lillian with astonishment. Unbeknownst to him, a subtle warmth graced his eyes.
Stephen was the first to regain hisposure and added, “Indeed, you’re correct. The past is behind
us. So, Callum, what is your current upation?”
“I am mainly tasked with overseeing apany’s operations,” Callum responded.
“Overseeing… apany?” Stephen appeared somewhat skeptical upon hearing this and inquired,
“Whichpany are you managing? I recall you being just 29 years old.”
From Stephen’s viewpoint, achieving a standard middle management role at the age of 29 would be
considered quitemendable.
However, the idea of managing apany sounded rather unconventional and gave rise to doubts
regarding its feasibility.
Callum replied, “It’s called White Maple Group, Mr. Quinn: Have you heard of it?”
As an everyday citizen like Stephen, he would not be familiar with the name of a renowned shipping
company. However, when it came to the vehicles parked within the residential area, he could readily
identify them by simply ncing at their logos.
Stephen could only offer a slightly awkward smile and inquired, “Well… I’m not familiar with it. Is it a
recently establishedpany?” He surmised that, in this day and age, young individuals often
ventured into entrepreneurship, so the creation of a newpany wouldn’t be out of the ordinary.
The awkwardness seemed to transfer from her father to Lillian at this juncture.
Callum, on the contrary, Callum didn’t make any remarks about it and simply offered a smile.
Lillian had initially intended to seize an opportunity to depart with Callum following their conversation.
However, Stephen and Abigail expressed their desire for Callum to join them for dinner.”
“Didn’t you mention having workmitments at thepany today?” Lillian made a concerted effort
to signal him discreetly with her eyes.
“Work can wait until I’ve finished this meal,” Callum replied.
Lillian was speechless after hearing that./
“Does he mean that he wants to have a meal here?” she thought.
Having painstakinglypleted their meal, Lillian noticed Stephen and Abigail wanted to continue their
interest in a more in-depth conversation with Callum. Hence, she quickly intervened, suggesting, “I will
take him for a walk
Ik to aid our digestion.” She then promptly and eagerly escorted Callum out of the house.
Lillian breathed a sigh of relief as they reached the elevator. She thought, “Today’s meeting with my
parents has finally
ended.”
“If I don’t spirit you away soon, my parents will likely inquire about your entire family lineage,” Lillian
remarked with a hint of amusement. “In fact,” she couldn’t help butin, “when my parents pose
the questions to you, you don’t need to give such intricate responses. You can keep it vague.”
Callum interjected suddenly, “You’re secretly wishing that your parents weren’t pleased with me, aren’t
you?” He continued, “If that’s the case, why did you mention that my parents do not define me?”
His words momentarily took Lillian aback. “I think I said that because it was a subconscious response,”
she pondered silently.
“So… do you wish for your parents to approve of me?” he inquired.
His gaze, inexplicably, stirred a sense of unease within her. “I just wanted to say that the past
generation is distinct from the present, and you are different from them. My words did not carry the
weight you may have presumed,” she rified.
She even turned her head away, trying to avoid his gaze.
“Really?” he whispered, and his gaze briefly traced her slightly flushed cheeks as he fell into deep
thought.
Ding!
When they reached the first floor, they exited the elevator and arrived at the spot where Callum parked
his car.
Lillian was eager to say goodbye to him. She waved and said, “Well then, goodbye!” She then turned,
intending to leave.
His hand abruptly seized her arm and, with a tug, drew her into his embrace.
“Ah!” A soft exmation escaped her lips as her nose collided with his chest.
“It hurts!” Lillian thought, silentlymenting her aching nose. “It seems my nose has endured a few
collisions before. Even though my nose’s bone is strong, it can’t endure too many blows!” she inwardly
comined.
Callum stooped down. His lips came close to Lillian’s ear as he whispered, “Didn’t you previously
mention that if I refrain from discussing our encounter that night at the hotel, you would be open to
fulfilling my request?”
She sensed a tingling sensation in her ear caused by his breath, and her body seemed gradually
warming.
“W-What is your request?” she inquired after moistening her slightly parched lips.
“I want you to kiss me and then dere that the person you adore the most is me,” he dered.
“What?” she questioned inwardly.
Dumbfounded, she asked, “Here?”
“Yes, I want you to kiss me right here,” he answered.
However, the issue was that they were still within the residential area, and there was significant
pedestrian activity, especially since it had not yet struck eight o’clock. Even within the parking lot, which
was rtively secluded and had fewer pedestrians, people were still present.
Lillian bit his lips and suggested, “How about we do it somewhere else?”
“What’s the matter? Are you ashamed of me? Is this why you prefer not to let others know about me?”
Callum asked with a raised brow.
“No, it’s just that someone will see us here, and they might talk…”
“So what?” he asked. “We are a couple now, aren’t we? It’s perfectly natural for you to kiss me. Even if
others gossip, let them.”
“But the issue is, I will break up with you!” Lillian silently pointed out.
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Lillian hesitated to voice those words. She believed it was better to let their rtionship’s “ultimate
oue” remain unspoken but mutually understood.
Beneath the gentle radiance of the moon, Lillian observed the man before her. Moonlight, bathed his
face, casting a subtle softness upon his fairplexion. Along with his captivating, contemtive eyes,
straight nose, and alluring, sensual lips, he could emit an irresistible allure just by standing there
silently.
When she first saw him, his countenance profoundly struck her. asionally, he exuded a kind of
androgynous beauty, but there was never any doubt that he was a man.
And now, it appeared he had grown even more exquisite than before. The intery of optimism and
mncholy in his disposition from earlier years had slowly be more reserved, bestowing an aura
of enigma that further intrigued those who wished to delve deeper into his essence.
Lillian gently wrapped her arm around Callum’s neck and rose onto her tiptoes. Kissing him was, in
fact, a straightforward gesture for her because she didn’t shy away from it, and, truth be told, she
somehow found herself quite fond of it.
Therefore, she chose to relish it. Throughout this period of their rtionship, she would indulge in this
emotion. And when the day of their eventual separation arrived, she would take the time to process
these feelings properly. Whether considering it as settling emotional debts or an internship in love, she
would view it as a valuable experience.
With such a thought in her mind, she ced her lips on his.