Chapter 47

Leonard dropped Stephanie off at the music hall entrance. “We’re here. You can go now.” Stephanie's eyes were red from crying as she said, "Leonard, I can't bear to be without you. I'll always wait for you, no matter how long it takes." There was a moment of silence before Leonard urged her, "Just go. I have to rush back to the office for a meeting." Stephanie choked back her emotions. She did not expect Leonard to be unmoved. Instead, she noticed a tinge of impatience in his expression. The car sped away as she stepped out, leaving a trail of smoke behind. Stephanie gritted her teeth. ‘I will not give up,’ Stephanie thought as her gaze darkened. She had hopes of marrying into the Parker family and becoming the first lady of the Parker Corporation. When that happened, she would attract admirers wherever she went. … Leslie drove the Mercedes while her mind was a mess. A simple meal made her realize she did not know Christoper all that well. She initially planned to send Chelsea t