What infuriated Sebastian was that Matthew was with them.
Natalie’s meeting with Matthew had been a complete coincidence. A friend had recommended the restaurant to him, and he had run into her at the entrance. The three of them decided to eat together.
They were deep in a lively conversation and didn’t notice Sebastian’s party take a table behind a nearby pillar, perfectly positioned to overhear them.
Matthew watched Natalie eat with genuine delight. Every movement was natural, every word a pleasure to hear.
“Natalie, I heard you’re the new design director at Q&N Collective. Your talent is truly impressive.” He could see a new light of confidence in her. It felt like wherever she went, she was destined to shine.
Natalie put down her fork and smiled, her brows like crescent moons and her smile like a blossoming flower. “Oh, I was basically thrown into the deep end. The Griffith Group poached our old director.”
“If we’re talking about impressive, you’re the most impressive person I know, Mr. Monroe. You keep shining, and I’ll do my best to keep up and ride your coattails. The moon and stars may flock to you, but so will I.”
Matthew was taken aback. That’s what she thought of him?
His voice was gentle as he probed, “Natalie, do you really mean that? You think I’m the most impressive?”
Natalie nodded eagerly. He was the future king of wealth, a man even Sebastian couldn’t beat. And he was a decent person. Of course, he was the most impressive. A rich, self-respecting man was a rare find, and she was sitting right in front of one.
The flattery poured out of her. “Of course, Mr. Monroe! I’d build a castle in my heart, and you’d be the only one living in it. Looking at your handsome face, I suddenly understand that all the art and landscapes in the world were just a prelude to a masterpiece like you.”


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