t ringing repeatedly. Still in his pajamas, he casually opened t

igating. "What time are we leaving? You're the one

ling guilty, E

I thought after getting married, your temper woul

s in exasperation. His

be waiting for you in the lobby," Richard said a

for choosing that place. Besides its premium location, the penthouse had fantastic facilities. Equipped with bulletproof glass, secret rooms, and 24-h

utgoing and humble personality made Edward easily attract attention from many people. However, due to his commitment-free philosophy and aversion to the idea of being

deas. Now, he was preparing to meet Richard in the lobby of their apartment to go together

rly," Edward began the conversation as th

to come home late at night so she could spend quality time

ning that his mother would do the sa

house? It would save you the hassle of pic

city. Our residences are not far f

ie Cassandra. They must be so happy in their old age, getting visits from their child, dau

Richard immediately turned an

e supermarket ahead,"

ly reduced the speed of the car, preparing to park

you a mirror so you can reflect on yourself. How can you t

with a strong retort from Richard. While Edward grumbled

at you, Rich,"

lly arrived at their destination. There, Kenzi and Kaiv

We've been waiting for an

I was tired of waiting for you guys,"

ichard immediately defended himself. He p

at he didn't even take a shower whe

h. Among the four of them, he was notorio

pay for the court rental and treat you all to lunch a

t, your mistake is forgiven this t

his practice. They all had enjoyed shooting as a sport since their university days, especially Kenzi and Kaivan

se the same Glock Meyer 22 pistol, made in Austria. Meanwhile

an and Edward seemed to be the most enthus

dward shouted, r

oached Kenzi and Richard, who were already sitting in the wait

head, watching Edward and Kaivan havi

e I was fighting against t

e," Richard, who was sitting right next to Kenzi, joined the conversation. But what he said was true. Edw

rupted Richard's comment. "I'd go crazy if I had a brother who talks as much

now. I'll put on my shirt once I

many tattoos there?" Edward shook his head, looking at the r

, Kaivan. Your appearance is truly like that of a thug." Once again, Edward sne

ween Edward and Kaivan. They then rushed to the car to have lunch

n asked when they were already at the resta

the other hand, he couldn't help but be intrigued by her mysterious background and the fact that she was the only child of the wealthy

ened. He needed to face the consequences of his actions and find a way to resolve the situa

if there was any possibility of building a meaningful connection with her. It was a bold move, considering th

agreed to meet him. They met at a café in a quiet corner of the city,

eir lives, dreams, and fears. Edward learned about Chloe's difficult past, how she had grown up in an orphanage and was later adopted by the Arley f

y for her. He realized that she was more than just a "Playgirl" as labeled by o

dmired her for being true to herself, even in the face of societal pressure. Slowly, he began to see

connection began to form between them. They laughed, shared stories, and found comfo

overed that behind her tough exterior, Chloe was a compassionate and caring person. And as for Chloe, she saw a different side

loe. He realized that he no longer wanted to be the person he used to be – the one who avoided commitment a

d that he had fallen for her and that he wanted to be with her, not just as a

itted that she, too, had developed feelings for him and that she was scared to get h

s and learned to embrace each other's strengths and vulnerabilities. Edward was no longer the commitment-phobic playboy, and Chloe was more t

fe, noticed the change in his son. He saw how Edward had matured, how he had found pu

come and that he could see how much Chloe meant to him. He acknowledged that sometimes love doesn't follow strict rul

age for the sake of the company. He thanked his father for understanding and promised that he w

s and challenges together. They supported each other through thi

imes, love comes in unexpected ways, and the right person can change everything. They showed the world that love is not bound by societa