Chapter 142: Make you mine, kitten
Ryder spent hours meticulously planning a "chance" meeting with Noah, reviewing every detail of Noah’s schedule for the next few days.
He had hired a discreet private investigator to track Noah’s business events and, after some digging, learned that Noah would be attending a high-profile business gathering filled with elite entrepreneurs and investors.
Ryder smirked to himself, convinced that this would be the perfect opportunity to stage an encounter. He chuckled at how silly it all felt—he wasn’t usually one to go to such lengths, but Noah had been avoiding him for too long. This time, Ryder was determined to get in his space, no matter how ridiculous his plans seemed.
The event itself was hosted at an extravagant hotel ballroom, the kind where the walls shimmered with gold accents and the chandeliers sparkled like diamonds. Businesspeople mingled in groups, glasses of champagne in hand, discussing deals, mergers, and opportunities.
Noah thrived in environments like this, and tonight was no different. He was in his element, effortlessly closing business deals left and right. His charm, intelligence, and business acumen were on full display, and people were flocking to him.
For Noah, it was refreshing to be surrounded by work again, drowning out personal worries with the thrill of making money. He could almost forget about Ryder as he threw himself into these deals, shaking hands and making connections. He felt alive again, a spark returning to his eyes that had been dulled by heartbreak.
A group of businessmen Noah had been talking to were praising him endlessly. "You’re an impressive man, Noah. The way you handle negotiations at such a young age—it’s inspiring. You remind me of someone else."
"Really? Who?" Noah asked, his curiosity piqued.
"Yes, you should meet him. He’s just as sharp as you are."
Before Noah could respond, he saw a figure approaching them from the corner of his eye, and his heart dropped.
It was Ryder. Of course, it was.