Chapter 20 After learning of their final sentences , Charlotte didnt pay attention to the aftermath . What she didnt expect was that Charlie would come to find her again . At that moment , she was discussing with Hector about where to go for dinner after work when the internal phone at the front desk rang . Windt , a Mr. Johnson says he wants to see you . Upon hearing this , Charlotte was momentarily stunned . She glanced at Hector , who had spent only a month bringing down the Johnson Group from its former height , and after a brief pause , agreed to meet . She was curious why Charlie would come to find her in such a situation , where both sides had completely torn apart any cordiality . She thought that Charlie must be going through a difficult time now, but when she actually saw him , she was still taken aback . In just a few months , Charlotte almost didnt recognize the man sitting across from her his once confident , vigorous demeanor was now gone . Instead , he looked gaunt , disheveled , and aged by at least ten years . He was the same Charlie who had been so full of life not long ago . But she was only surprised for a moment before returning to her usual distant and aloof demeanor . Charlie , looking at Hector sitting beside her with ease , seemed surprised to see him there . His breath faltered for a moment , but he knew there was no longer any authority he held in front of Charlotte . With a face full of sorrow , he pleaded for her last bit of mercy . Charlotte , I know I wronged you in the past , but I never lied to you . Ive only ever loved you . Please , for the sake of our past , let go of Johnson Group ? He was humbled , his pride completely absent , something that had always shown itself in various ways when they were together . Charlotte shrugged , shook her head , and pointed at Hector beside her . The person who wants to bring down Johnson Group is not me . Why dont you ask him ? Charlotte smiled , though the smile didnt reach her eyes . Besides , Charlie , didnt you already drain all the affection between us long ago ? Lovely Seasons A Billionaires Hij Chapter 20 When he secretly got engaged to someone else , planning to keep her as just a mistress ; when he and his brothers mocked her in French and never once thought to stop them , when Barbara and his friends spread rumors about her and he remained silent , not once standing up for her . Now , he came to her , speaking of their past feelings . Why didnt he remember them back then ? Charlies face instantly turned pale . At this moment , his throat felt dry and bitter , so much so that even swallowing seemed difficult . Charlotte , I know I was wrong . I apologize , but if this continues , Johnson Group really wont survive … She still shrugged indifferently . What does it have to do with me if Johnson Group cant survive ? Charlie , they paid the price for what they did . Why do you think a light apology from you will get you off the hook ? But I never did any of those things to you ! His face was full of anxiety as he tried to defend himself , but as soon as his words left his mouth , he saw that the faint smile she had maintained was now completely gone . You didnt do those things . You were just a bystander . Charlie , people like you , who simply watched , are the most despicable . She looked at him with undisguised disdain in her eyes . Because you watched , your brothers were able to speak ill of me . Because you watched , Barbara got countless chances to hurt me . Now , you say you didnt do anything ? Fine , you say you didnt do anything , and Ill say I didnt bring down Johnson Group . I cant help Johnson Group . She raised her voice . Linda , show him out . Linda opened the office door with an official smile . Please , Mr. He tried to say something else , but Charlotte had already taken Hectors arm and walked past her toward the exit . After all , she was the president , and no one cared if she took a short break . As for the man in the office , Linda was there to see him off , so there wouldnt be any problems . So , what are we eating ? Western food or home style dishes ? I havent had them in a while , and Im craving home style dishes . Lets have home style dishes then . Ill go with whatever you choose . Hector smiled , his eyes no longer silent as when they first met . She turned back and raised an Lonely Seasons A Billionaras He eyebrow . Why do you always go along with whatever I say ? His footsteps suddenly stopped . When he looked at her , his eyes were so serions that it made be heart skip a beat . Just as she was about to change the subject and keep walking , hit rolex came from behind her Charlotte . I like you His confession was both sudden and , in a way , expected . Her steps halted , and when she turner back to look at him , she sighed . Youve said youre not ready for a new relationship . So , when youre ready , can I be the first one ? His eyes were like sparkling stars , and when she looked into them , the words of rejection . disappeared from her lips . She smiled . Since youre asking so sincerely . Ill reluctantly agree . He smiled back , ignoring her reluctantly and following his heart to pull her into his embrace . Out of Charlottes view , he smiled , his expression laced with hidden meaning . AT Chap 21 Chapter 21 Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!