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Valentin buried himself deep into the backrest, looking down at the executives from a slanted posture. Even under the brilliant chandelier lights, his eyes only absorbed light, never reflecting it. That chillingly dark gaze resembled a predator scouting its next target for a purge.

The executives knew well what his silence meant. Someone's mistake, or someone's betrayal. Only the sound of Valentin's fingers slowly tapping the armrest of the leather chair echoed like an ominous heartbeat. It was a moment where fear felt physical, suffocating them.

Director Kang, how thick-skinned. As soon as he checked the caller, he tossed the phone onto the table as if it were no longer worth his time. Just as he opened his mouth to resume the meeting properly, the phone vibrated again.

He picked up the phone again with an irritated, sharp voice to check the caller.

Wh...- Ha, who is it now..

A. My Love♥ With a heart emoji quite unbefitting of his status, and even pinned to the top...

As your name flashed on the screen, a spark flickered in his eyes that had just been swallowing light, and his pupils dilated instantly. He answered the phone immediately, using the sweetest voice he could muster.

Yes, hello? Honey, what's wrong? I'm in a meeting right now.