Chapter 733
Evelyn's lips curved into a knowing smile. "There might be some rumors circulating about me in the next few days. As long as it doesn't affect Sterling Enterprises' stock, just let it be, alright?"
William Sterling frowned, his brows knitting together. "What exactly are you implying?"
Evelyn hesitated for only a moment before explaining the situation with the Hart family.
William fell silent, his expression softening with sympathy. "After Old Master Hart lost his favorite grandson, he lost all interest in the company. It's truly heartbreaking. If there's anything you can do to help them, don't hesitate."
Evelyn and Lucas nodded obediently.
Sterling Tower
The moment Evelyn stepped out of her car, her gaze landed on Sebastian Hart, who was being held up at the reception desk.
Tall, broad-shouldered, and impeccably dressed in a tailored suit, he looked nothing like the disheveled man from yesterday. His striking features and magnetic presence made it clear why he was considered one of the most eligible bachelors in high society.
In his arms was an extravagant bouquet of roses, so grand it nearly obscured him from view.
The receptionist, flustered by such an obvious romantic gesture, hesitated to let him through. But the moment Evelyn entered the lobby, Sebastian's face lit up with relief. He spread his arms wide.
"Darling, it's been days! I've missed you terribly!"
The receptionist's hand hovered over her phone, ready to call security—until she saw Evelyn's reaction.
Her jaw nearly dropped.
Was this the same poised, elegant, and reserved President Sinclair?
Evelyn beamed and practically ran into Sebastian's arms.
The entire lobby froze.
Passersby stopped mid-step, eyes widening at the sight of the usually untouchable Evelyn Sinclair embracing a man like a lovesick schoolgirl.
They didn't dare stare for too long.
Within moments, the couple disappeared into the private elevator, hand in hand.
Inside, the playful energy faded.
"Did you contact the reporter?" Evelyn asked.
Sebastian checked his phone. "Relax. They have everything they need."
Fifteen minutes later, he left—reluctantly.
Less than half an hour after that, the internet exploded.
"Evelyn Sinclair and Sebastian Hart: Childhood Sweethearts Rekindle Romance?"
Evelyn scrolled through the comments, a satisfied smirk playing on her lips.
[They look perfect together! Power couple goals!]
[I swear, Evelyn Sinclair collects handsome men like designer handbags.]
[Poor Nathan Blackwood…]
Perfect. The reaction was even better than she’d hoped.
Blackwood Industries
Nathan emerged from his meeting, accepting his phone from Harrison. His assistant opened his mouth, then closed it.
"Sir—"
"Speak."
Harrison swallowed hard. "Sir, don’t overreact. It’s probably just tabloid nonsense—"
Nathan glanced at the screen.
His entire body went rigid.
The photo of Evelyn in Sebastian’s arms burned into his vision like a brand.
The phone shattered in his grip.
Harrison barely managed to sidestep the shards as Nathan stormed into his office, radiating fury.
The emotions Nathan had suppressed for months surged to the surface, raw and violent.
Sebastian.
The man who had pursued Evelyn relentlessly in the past.
She’d rather give him a chance than me?
"Take. It. Down."
His voice was ice.
Harrison immediately called the platform’s management.
But minutes later, the news wasn’t just still up—it was trending higher.
Harrison braced himself before re-entering the office.
"Sir… Horizon Media’s CEO, Dominic Kingsley, is insisting on keeping it up."
Meaning: Evelyn wanted it there.
Deliberately.