Chapter 16. The Dark Night

A gentle breeze brushed across the young woman’s face, and the city lights sparkled like stars on the ground below.

Emma stopped running, walking instead as she muttered curses at the man ahead of her.

Ricard’s car was parked not far away, and Emma gazed at the luxury vehicle before her, revealing no emotion in her eyes. Ricard’s car was the latest Bentley Continental GT. The exterior was coated in a sleek, glossy black paint. The design of the car was a perfect blend of power and elegance, with smooth curves flowing from the front to the rear.

Ricard walked over and opened the passenger door for Emma, an action she did not expect from someone as seemingly cold as him. She hesitated, staring at the open door like an invitation.

“Don’t you think your fiancée will be upset if I sit here?” Emma asked, her tone trying to sound casual as she lightly placed her hand on his shoulder.

“Are you getting in or not?” Ricard frowned slightly.

“No, I’m afraid y