In Her Pond: The CEO’s Obsession

---- Chapter 10 I wrapped my arms around his waist. The muscles at his sides tensed for a brief moment as I rested my head gently against his chest. The camera flash froze in place, capturing the perfect shot. Right then and there, our families finalized the engagement between me and Liam. That photo made headlines the very same night. The engagement ceremony followed soon after. When it ended, I spotted Ryan and Sean standing near the exit, both looking grim. The moment they saw me, they rushed over as if demanding justice.

[Oh for god's sake, what kind of spell did the male lead cast on these two? They're everywhere. ] [She didn't even invite them! They couldn't get in the first time, and now they're lurking outside like watchdogs. ] Ryan frowned, his tone accusatory. "Rose, it hasn't even been that long since Hubert passed, and you've already found ---- someone new?" Talmost laughed. ""He's gone. I can't spend the rest of my life in mourning, can I?" "He's not actually-" Sean started, clearly panicked, but Ryan yanked his arm to stop him. "Still, this is too fast, don't you think? Don't you feel guilty?

And just now, the police said they might've found a lead. Hubert could still be alive, maybe he's-"" "Stop." I cut him off sharply. "Tf you two feel so sorry for him, then if he does come back, one of you can be the spouse and the other the sidekick. How's that?" Ryan went silent, speechless. "You..." Footsteps echoed behind me. Liam approached, flanked by a few of his bodyguards, his expression calm but unmistakably protective. "Got a problem?" Sean forced a nervous smile. "No, no... We just came to ---- congratulate you. Come on, Ryan, let's go." "No, something's off.

She knows, doesn't she? We should call Hubert. Tell him to come back now, or once the wedding's done, it'll be too late." Sean sighed. "Fine, you call him. I'm not getting involved with the Parks. When you were talking just now, I saw Liam watching us from across the room. His stare could kill. You might not be scared, but I sure as hell am." That night, news of the O'Brien and Park engagement spread across Ashford and quickly hit the trending list. All the way in Westin, Hubert saw it too. In the photo, Iwas wrapped in Liam's arms, our gazes locked as if sparks were flying between us.

He shot upright, shoving away the woman leaning against his chest. "Hubert, what the hell?" Jenna asked, startled. "Tm going home." Her eyes glistened. "Didn't you say you'd stay with mea few more days? What's the rush. Can't wait to chain yourself back to your perfect little fiancée already?" ---- "If I don't go now, my fiancée's going to be someone else's bride." Hubert didn't even look at her as he started packing. " Whatever this is between us, it's over." Jenna huffed. "Please. The news says she's already engaged. Doesn't sound like she loved you that much.

What makes you so sure she'll wait?" He didn't bother explaining. "You wouldn't understand. She can't live without me." Jenna was good at pleasing him. She was obedient, easy to control, and perfect for fun, but she wasn't the kind of woman he'd ever take home. "?'m coming with you. Don't worry, I'm not chasing you. I just hit a million followers, and a reality dating show in the country wants me on. Who knows? Maybe I'll be the next big star."