Chapter 588

Bob wasn't surprised at all. Given Declan's quick reaction time, it was evident he would soon identify the issue with the drink. Bob chuckled. "Declan, don't be so tense. This drink is merely to help you and Stella set the mood. It won’t have any adverse effects on your body."

"Set the mood? Mr. Xanders, what do you mean by that?" Declan inquired. Bob reached out and patted Declan's shoulder.

"Declan, you silly boy, tonight I'm entrusting my precious daughter to you." Declan glanced at Stella, only to find her cheeks flushed and her eyes filled with longing. He pressed his lips into a thin line and brushed Bob's hand from his shoulder. "Mr. Xanders, I'm heading back." With that, he turned to leave. Stella froze and immediately called out, "Declan!" Bob stepped forward. "Declan, you've already been drugged. Why are you still trying to leave?

I'll have my men escort you and my precious daughter to a hotel room." However, Declan refused. "That won't be necessary." Stella's face paled at his rejection. She had everything—a stunning beauty with a killer body. The line of men eager to pursue her could stretch all the way to Frankford. Yet, for some inexplicable reason, she had given her heart to Declan, a nobody.

She had already thrown herself at him so openly. What reason could he possibly have to reject her? Wasn't this supposed to be to his advantage? Bob studied Declan. "Declan, what does this mean? Aren't you already dating my daughter? She's your girlfriend, and your wedding is already being arranged. Tonight is just about sealing the deal. Why are you making such a fuss?" His sharp eyes swept over Declan, filled with suspicion. "Unless... you are not being sincere with my daughter?

Are you playing me?"

"Dad, he isn't! He treats me very well!" Stella quickly defended him. Declan glanced at Stella before reaching out to take her hand. "Bob, that’s not what I meant."

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"That's more like it. Declan, I hold you in high regard. I already see you as half my son. Let me tell you something: one of the biggest players at the top is coming to Mercity in a few days. No one knows his whereabouts, but I'll keep you in the loop. That should demonstrate how much I value you.

As long as you and Stella are truly together, I'll arrange for you to meet him when the time comes." Declan's heart raced. He had been lying low for so long, waiting for this exact moment. He was finally going to meet that man. But the price of that meeting was that tonight, he had to go through this with Stella.

Bob personally opened the back car door. "Declan, get in." Bob had laid out Declan's choice: either he got in or he didn’t.

Heat waves pulsed through Declan's body, each one stronger than the last. The drug was potent. He remained silent for a few seconds. Then, taking Stella's hand, he stepped into the car. Stella's face lit up with joy. "That's the right call, Declan. From now on, we're family."

"Lionel, take my future son-in-law and Ms. Xanders to the hotel," Bob instructed the driver. Lionel nodded and bowed. "Understood, Mr. Xander. I'll ensure their safe arrival." Bob shut the car door, and the luxury vehicle sped off.

Soon, Declan and Stella arrived at the presidential suite of a six-star hotel. Several men in black suits were already stationed outside, all arranged by Bob. One of them respectfully opened the suite's door. "Declan, Ms. Xanders, please go in and rest. We will be stationed outside all night to ensure no one disturbs you." Stella's cheeks burned.

She followed Declan into the suite and shut the door behind them. Now, it was just the two of them. Stella reached out and wrapped her arms around Declan from behind. His body was scorching hot, every inch of his masculinity radiating like wildfire. It was pure, raw testosterone. Her hands began to roam over his sculpted chest...

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