Chapter 55

End of the month. Cloudmere, Skyreach Hotel. On the night before the big Halden & Co. and Aurvista Group deal, a lavish reception was underway. Execs of both companies had shown up in full force. Sebastian made quite the entrance in a black-and-white suit-clean cut and effortlessly charming. Needless to say, he was the center of attention. Women couldn't help sneaking glances his way. But he wore a wedding ring and kept his distance, so no one got bold enough to try slipping him a room key. Mr. Harmon and his wife came over to chat. Watching the little spectacle around Sebastian, Mr. Harmon chuckled, "Next time, better bring your wife along. These lioness stares are enough to eat a man alive." Sebastian gave a polite smile. "You're overthinking it, Mr. Harmon." Mr. Harmon gave his wife a light pat, his way of saying "give us a minute." She smiled warmly and went off to mingle. Once she'd gone, Mr. Harmon lowered his voice, tone more serious. "About Liam... don't take it too personally.