Chapter 68 Above Everyone Else

The car slowed to a stop outside the apartment building. Lila practically sighed in relief as she unbuckled her seatbelt. "Thanks. I'll head up first." She pushed the door open and hurried toward the entrance, her figure retreating in a rush of quiet footsteps. Rhett didn't start the car again. He simply watched as her silhouette disappeared into the stairwell. She truly was different from other women. That thought rippled through the still surface of his heart, one that had stayed calm for more than 20 years. … The next morning, Lila received a call from Rhett. His voice had returned to its usual businesslike tone. "Regarding the X-Factor cancer research collaboration, a few details need to be revised and confirmed in person. Drop by Draven Group when you can." She didn't think much of it and agreed right away. About 30 minutes later, she arrived at the city center, standing before the futuristic skyscraper that housed the headquarters of Draven Group. She walked up to the