Chapter 431

Valeria came across the clip online two hours after the press release. Sebastian wore a sharp suit as he stood straight under the flashing media lights. His eyes were dark and resolute. He faced the reporters' barbed questions without flinching, every word falling heavy and sure. It was also raw with sincerity. Valeria's vision slowly blurred as she clutched her phone, replaying the video over and over again. Footsteps outside snapped Valeria back to reality. She was curled on the lounge chair by the window. She set her phone and blanket aside as Sebastian walked in. Sebastian had his coat draped over one arm, tossing it onto the couch. As she loosened his tie and came closer, the sound from her phone caught his ear. Valeria suddenly realized the video was still looping, and she quickly shut off the screen. He pulled her into his arms. The outdoor chill still clung to him as he circled her waist with one hand while the other slipped under her clothes. He said in a low and hoarse