Chapter 309

All eyes turned to Nathan. His triumphant laughter commanded the room's attention.

What's he so smug about? Evelyn fumed silently. Nathan lounged comfortably, that infuriating smirk playing on his lips.

Know your limits, darling.

Emily Whitaker sighed in defeat. When it came to Donovan Sterling's encryption, no hacker stood a chance. Evelyn clenched her fists until her knuckles turned white.

After all this time, her greatest rival turned out to be the brother she never knew existed? Leo perked up immediately, leaping into Nathan's arms with renewed energy.

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"Daddy, you're amazing! And so handsome!" Leo purred. Evelyn glared at the traitorous AI in Nathan's embrace.

Her left eye twitched dangerously.

"Leo Sterling! Get over here now!" Evelyn thought bitterly, This damn tiger has no loyalty whatsoever, humiliating me in front of that bastard Nathan Blackwood! Nathan stroked the tiger's head with surprising gentleness.

"Go back to your mother."

Why was this disobedient creature suddenly so compliant? Leo even glanced back at Nathan with what looked like reluctance! Evelyn nearly choked on her rage. She unceremoniously stuffed Leo into her designer bag before turning to Dominic with a frosty smile.

"We're done here." Without waiting for a response, she strode toward the exit. Emily hurried after her.

"Evelyn! Wait!" Emily hesitated, twisting her hands nervously. "I've been messaging The Great God Donovan for days, but no response. Is he...occupied?"

Evelyn nodded curtly.

"He's leading a classified research initiative. Complete radio silence." Emily's shoulders slumped with mixed relief and disappointment.

A sudden idea made Evelyn's lips curve. "Emily, my father's birthday is next week. Donovan always comes home for it—I'll arrange an introduction."

Emily's face lit up instantly. "Absolutely!"

After waving goodbye, Evelyn headed straight for William Sterling's estate. If she didn't get Leo away from Nathan soon, she'd have an aneurysm.

Nathan appeared composed, but the moment Evelyn left, he abruptly ended his meeting with Dominic.

Dominic smirked knowingly. "Mr. Blackwood, wasn't there a board meeting scheduled—"

"Reschedule it." Nathan's icy glare silenced further protests.

"By the time you catch up now, it'll be too late anyway. And Ms. Sterling made her position quite clear."

Dominic Kingsley wasn't usually one for idle chatter.

But something about the tension between these two intrigued him. Nathan Blackwood's tone was ice cold. "Why should that concern you? Mind your own business." Without another word, Nathan strode out, his broad shoulders rigid with tension.

The timing couldn't have been more precise. As Nathan emerged, Evelyn Sinclair's sleek black sedan was already pulling away from the curb. A low chuckle escaped Dominic's lips as he leaned against the marble pillar.

"Told you," he drawled, adjusting his cufflinks. "Too slow, old friend. That ship has sailed."

Nathan's jaw tightened visibly. He shot Dominic a glare that could freeze molten lava before turning on his heel. His parting words sliced through the humid air like a blade:

"Keep your unsolicited opinions to yourself."

The echo of his Italian leather shoes against the pavement faded into the city's cacophony. Dominic merely smirked, watching Nathan's retreating figure with amused detachment. Some lessons, it seemed, even billionaires had to learn the hard way.

Dominic Kingsley stood frozen in place, his expression darkening.

Had Nathan Blackwood just called him a rogue? The accusation stung more than he cared to admit.

No one could witness Nathan's latest spectacle and walk away unaffected. Blackwood Enterprises was making waves again.

Nathan sat at his desk, his piercing gaze fixed on the screen before him.

The announcement played clearly—Adrian Blackwood's studio was officially rebranding.

Adrian stood confidently in front of the camera, dressed in rugged outdoor gear, his deep voice resonating with authority.

He revealed plans for an ambitious adventure program, inviting a team of seasoned explorers to join him.

Their entire journey would be filmed and released as a high-stakes reality series.

The clip was short, but Adrian's magnetic presence was undeniable. His chiseled features and commanding aura had already captivated millions.

Within hours, the announcement dominated trending lists, sparking widespread excitement.

Nathan's jaw tightened as he turned his attention to Harrison, who stood nearby, visibly uneasy.

The tension in the room was palpable.