Chapter 49 He Has Other Motives

Arden looked at her. His heart skipped a beat. He was enticed by her adorable expression. He extended his hand and removed a dead leaf from her hair. Then, he said coldly, “You missed that one!” Seeing Arden hold the dead leaf, Lyla smiled. Despite looking beautiful, there were some elements of cuteness found in her too. “Alright, hurry back to your work station!” Arden smiled as he said coldly. “Mhm!” Lyna nodded. “I’ll go first. Take a good rest, Arden!” “Mhm!” Arden nodded. Lyla smiled and walked into the company immediately. After watching Lyla enter the company, only then did Arden drive away. That scene was seen by Mark Pattinson. He found it extremely vexing. He drew down the curtain furiously. To have lunch until this hour! That reluctance and entanglement, and not to forget the kissing in the public! Apparently, that scene had been misinterpreted as a kissing scene by Mark Pattinson! Therefore, he vented his anger on that curtain. He was stunned for a moment, as if something had crossed his mind, then flashed a crooked smile….. Ellis walked into the office. “Mr. Pattinson, the appointment has been made at a quarter past three!” Mark Pattinson hummed, he thought of something and said, “Oh yea, ask Lyla to come along with me!” “Mhm?” Ellis thought he had heard wrongly. “What? Did I stutter?” Mark Pattinson refuted. He was bothered with that kissing scene, as if some belonging of his had been coveted. Feeling the chillness from Mark Pattinson, Ellis nodded hurriedly. “Noted!” Lyla stepped into the company on time. Never had she thought that as soon as she entered, she would receive orders from the top management to negotiate terms for a joint venture. Also, out of nowhere, and in Kathleen’s absence, she would be given this mission. Lyla obeyed the instruction unhesitatingly. Lyla walked to the car park according to the instructions given by the secretary. Against her expectation, she saw Mark Pattinson! At that moment, only then did she realize that he was the one going out with her! Lyla was a little stunned. Yet, she still walked over and greeted him, “Mr. Pattinson!” Mark Pattinson leaned against his sports car. His slender figure looked alluring. When he saw Lyla, his gaze fell on her lips, and a glimpse of rage was caught in his eyes. Lyla looked at him nonchalantly. Despite noticing that glimpse of fury, she had no idea how she had offended him. “Get in the car!” Mark Pattinson retracted his gaze and spat out those words coldly. Then, he boarded the car. Lyla was not bothered, or to be precise, she had grown accustomed to his mood swings. Lyla walked over, opened the car door, and sat in. The moment she sat in, Mark Pattinson cranked up the car engine and sped off. Lyla was shocked, nearly bumping her head. Apparently, Mark Pattinson did that on purpose. She stared at Mark Pattinson furiously. He did not show any response. Lyla remained silent. Mark Pattinson accelerated at full speed all the way. He overtook the vehicles on the highway, one after another, like a madman. Lyla could not help but ask, “Mr. Pattinson, you may be looking forward to committing suicide, but not for me. Please treasure your life!” As soon as she had finished her words, there was a screeching sound and the car stopped. Mark Pattinson turned his over and looked at Lyla, his gaze filled with anger. Lyla grumbled to herself, in what way had she offended him again? In that instant, Mark Pattinson pressed himself against her. Without a word, he pressed his lips against Lyla’s. Lyla was stunned. Mark Pattinson’s kiss was autocratic and domineering. Lyla looked at him furiously, “Mr. Pattinson, what’re you doing?” “Kissing you!” …… Lyla was furious. Just when she was about to open her mouth, she was held down by Mark Pattinson. “What’s your relationship with Arden?” Lyla frowned. Both of her hands were placed on his muscular chest and she could feel his heartbeat. She also sensed other unwanted reactions that suffocated her. Nonetheless, she tried to calm herself. “Mr. Pattinson, that’s a matter of privacy!” “Are you with him?” Mark Pattinson ignored her reply and continued asking. “No!” “Then why did he kiss you?” Mark Pattinson asked. Lyla frowned. “Mr. Pattinson, I’ve no idea what you’re talking about!” “Don’t pretend. I’ve seen everything. Lyla, how daring of you to kiss another man in front of the company entrance!” Anyone could sense that Mark Pattinson was jealous. Only then did Lyla recall the scene of Arden removing the dead leaf from her hair at the entrance. “If that’s the case, so what? How is it related to you, Mr. Pattinson?” True. There was nothing related to him. Yet, Mark Pattinson was very displeased! Mark Pattinson stared at her furiously, then, he smirked. “Since you both are not in a relationship, if he can kiss you, why can’t I?” …… Darn! What logic was that?! Lyla was angry. “Mr. Pattinson, if this is the purpose of you asking me out. I’m afraid I’ve to go back now!” Lyla was about to leave but the car door was immediately locked by Mark Pattinson, whose reactions were much faster. “How dare you!” Lyla turned her head and looked at him. Mark Pattinson also stared at her, then fell silent. The car engine was turned on and the car moved. Mark Pattinson showed a straight face along the way, with no intention to speak a word. Lyla also was not in the mood to talk to him. As such, both of them remained silent throughout the journey. After half an hour, the car stopped at an open-air lounge. Mark Pattinson got down first, followed by Lyla. When they entered, two men were seen sitting. One of them was a foreigner. Mark Pattinson walked over and greeted them. He introduced Lyla to them, “This is our company’s designer, Lyla Lowe!” Lyla smiled at them, then she sat down. Mark Pattinson immediately went straight to the point. “Mars, let's talk about the group’s capital increment!” Mark Pattinson was an expert business negotiator. He often cut straight to the main points. Mars looked friendly. Knowing that Mark Pattinson was blunt, he smiled faintly. “Mr. Pattinson, after a few years of cooperation with your company and in spite of your company’s booming sales, still, we embraced different values. I’m sorry to turn down your offer, Mr. Pattinson!” Mars was neither sentimental nor temperament. Seeing Mark Pattinson behave in such a straightforward manner, he made his stand without much hesitation. Nevertheless, Mark Pattinson smiled and waved his hand. Lyla passed the documents to him. Marl Pattinson pushed the documents before Mars and said, “Mars, have a look first before you make up your mind!” Mars frowned. He opened the documents placed in front of him. When he looked at the picture, a crease appeared between his eyebrows. Seeing his reaction, Mark Pattinson smirked. Lyla felt curious. Nonetheless, she sat quietly beside him. In her heart, she thought that Mark Pattinson was playing some trick again. When she managed to peep at the blueprint, she was startled too. Was that not her drawing? That was her draft out of a sudden inspiration. How did it end up with him? What was Mark Pattinson’s purpose of using her drawing? When Mars saw the blueprint, his gaze was affectionate. Mark Pattinson watched him. “Mars, how did you feel when you looked at the necklace?” Mars raised his head, and looked at Mark Pattinson. “Who drew this?” Mark Pattinson glanced at Lyla who was sitting beside him. “Our company’s designer, Ms. Lyla Lowe!” Mars shifted his gaze to Lyla. Initially, Lyla had given him an impression as a quiet lady with a sense of calmness. However, now he felt that this woman was not as simple as she seemed! The way Mars looked at Lyla now was gentler. And with admiration! Lyla was confused. “You drew this?” Mars asked. Lyla finally understood Mark Pattinson’s motive. There had to be a reason for him to bring her blueprint along and show it to Mars. Lyla smiled as she nodded. “Yes, I drew it. It was simply a draft. I’m sorry for the poor design!” Although it was only a draft, it felt genuine, and was drawn with passion. Each line drawn was impactful. Mars looked at the necklace, his gaze deep. “Ms Lowe, where did you get your tear drop inspiration from when designing the necklace?” Mars asked. To answer his question, Lyla was startled for a moment. Then, she lowered her head and smiled. “I don’t see it as a teardrop, I think it’s more like my mother’s eye. The one and only in this universe!” Lyla smiled as she said, the only time she ever felt so sentimental. As expected, Mars’s body shuddered for a while, he was instantly touched by Lyla’s speech after listening to her. Mark Pattinson looked at Mars who was affected emotionally, and said with a smile, “Mars, should we form our partnership, we will produce this necklace, strictly limited to only one production, exclusively for you. What do you think? In other words, he was hinting that this product would be gifted to Mars! Lyla was blown away by his idea. The way Mark Pattinson did it this way….. Mars looked at Mark Pattinson. “Are you being serious?” Mark Pattinson smiled. “Since when have I ever cheated you, Mr. Mars?” Mars looked at Mark Pattinson, then he smiled. “Mr. Pattinson, you’re indeed an expert in business negotiation!” Regardless of business tactics or hidden schemes, Mark Pattinson was always well-prepared beforehand. As the saying goes: If you know the enemy and know yourself, you need not fear the result of a hundred battles. Mark Pattinson would never fight a hopeless battle. Mark Pattinson smiled with him. “I’m nothing compared to you, Mr. Mars!” “Good. You have my word!” “Thank you, Mr. Mars. Let’s toast to a successful partnership!” With that, the case was settled. Mark Pattinson discussed some details with Mars. After that, they bade farewell and Lyla left together with Mark Pattinson. Lyla was confused. Why would Mars agree to cooperate with him after seeing the necklace? Eventually, Lyla’s curiosity got the better of her, and she asked. Mark Pattinson looked at her. “That’s because Mars’ son used to have drawn a similar design as yours. The name was 'teardrop'!” Upon hearing these words, Lyla’s heart quivered. “Since his son has it, what’s the point of having mine?” Lyla refuted. “That’s because his son had passed away in an accident. His blueprint was destroyed too!” ……