Chapter 287

Once Lindsey conveyed her destination to Sumner, a quiet lull settled between them, punctuated only by the subtle hum of the car’s engine.

In the aftermath of the events from the previous night and the ongoing online gossip, Lindsey was momentarily at a loss for words in Sumner’s company.

Seated in the passenger seat, she nervously pinched her fingers, casting an air of awkwardness over the atmosphere.

Just then, the car stopped in front of a red traffic light.

“By the way.

” Unexpectedly, Sumner retrieved a bunch of flowers from his side and extended it towards Lindsey, a soft smile gracing his lips.

“I spotted these on the way and thought they’d suit you, so I bought them.

”

“Sunflowers?” Lindsey gazed at the vibrant bouquet, their golden petals radiating with a glow of sunshine and vitality.

Sumner gazed at Lindsey with tenderness.

“Despite the challenges, the sunflower remains tenacious and resilient, always facing the sun, patiently awaiting its moment to bloom.

Just Like you…”

Unspoken words hung in the air.

Interpreting Sumner’s gesture as encouragement, Lindsey accepted the bouquet with gratitude, a composed expression in her eyes.

“Jayleen resorted to all those underhanded tricks to ensure my defeat and eviction from Vitality Entertainment.

Sumner, I apologize for getting you involved in this mess.

I’ll address the rumors as soon as possible.

Thank you for your encouragement.

I won’t disappoint you.

”

Observing the sincerity in Lindsey’s bright eyes, Sumner paused and swallowed before continuing, “Actually, I…”

As the traffic light switched from red to green, Sumner turned his attention back to the road and continued driving.

He shifted the conversation.

“By the way, did that guy cause you any trouble last night?”

Lindsey’s cheeks warmed with a blush as she thought about her encounter with Domenic the previous evening.

She brushed her long hair behind her ear and replied softly, “No, he didn’t.

”

“That’s good to hear,” Sumner said, stealing a glance at Lindsey.

He noticed a sweet smile flicker across her face at the mention of the man, and he felt a twinge of something unspoken, something he had held

back for too long.

In the end, he could only offer a rueful smile, reflecting a silent adoration, much like the symbolism tied to the sunflowers.

In the office building of Walsh Group, Domenic was immersed in his work.

Having returned from a lengthy business trip, there was a pile of decisions waiting for his attention.

Hendrix entered the office, a file tucked under his arm.

He laid the file on Domenic’s desk, his gaze inadvertently drawn to his boss’s striking features, thoughts of the morning’s trending topic swirling in his head.

The photo from Flourish Club’s private room had featured another man alongside Sumner, and Hendrix was certain it was Domenic.

It was out of character for Domenic, known for his cool and unyielding demeanor, to step into a club for a woman’s sake.

Noticing Hendrix’s stare, Domenic inquired without looking up, his pen steadily correcting a document, “Is there something on my face?”

Snapped from his reverie, Hendrix averted his gaze immediately.

“No, there’s nothing.

I mean, I Hendrix hesitated, wanting to speak, then paused.

Sensing his reluctance, Domenic shot him a look.

“Spit it out if you’ve got something on your mind.

”

“Do you want me to handle the online buzz about that photo? I mean, after all…”

“You believe I’m the one in that photo, don’t you?” Domenic set his pen aside and faced Hendrix directly.