" Emma , after all the sacrifices you've made , do you really think you can handle that big shot ? If you can't- " " Mom , please stop ! I've got it covered ! " Emma was already on edge , and her mother's nagging only added to her frustration . " Just do as I told you ." With a huff , Emma ended the call and narrowed her eyes . This is all Clara's fault . Days went by , and Clara discovered that Michael had delivered another blow to Bennett Enterprise . While it wasn't devastating , it was gratifying to see Michael challenge their arrogance , even if she wasn't able to reclaim the company just yet . Since Dylan had taken over , Bennett Enterprise had undergone a complete overhaul . Dylan's loyalists now filled the ranks , while his parents ' allies had been replaced . Clara knew she needed to seek more opportunities to collaborate with others to strengthen her position and eventually reclaim Bennett Enterprise . Having learned that the Bennett Enterprise had shifted its focus to another target , Clara knew she had to secure the contract for herself . After thorough preparation , she headed to her destination . In the lounge of a club , a man with a beer belly , a receding hairline , and an unrefined appearance was discussing a partnership with another man . The other man , elegant and distinguished , was Clara's target for today . As the man stood up to leave , Clara followed closely , trailing behind him toward the restroom . " Ah ! " Suddenly , the man turned around . Unable to stop herself in time , Clara stumbled and fell . Caught by the man's penetrating gaze , she felt a moment of panic . His look was far from warm . It was as if a hidden predator was sizing up its prey . " I'm very interested in your project , sir . How about I share my thoughts with you ? " Clara smiled , trying to present herself as friendly and approachable . " We might need to reschedule . I'm in a bit of a rush today . Sorry about that . " The man glanced at his watch , slipped a business card into her hand , and then walked away . Clara stared at the card for a long time . Does this mean he is willing to give me a chance ? 1/3 11:52 Sat , Oct 18 .. As he walked away , a subtle smirk appeared on his lips , and a glint of intrigue shone in his eyes . He pulled out his phone and sent a text to his assistant . ' Find out about Michael's new wife- Clara Bennett ." He had recognized her immediately . Michael's woman wants to discuss a collaboration on her own ? This is getting interesting . Meanwhile , Michael received word that something had happened with Emma . He quickly instructed Eric to take him to the yacht . To keep his identity concealed , he put on a mask before entering the bedroom . There , he saw a slightly plump woman sitting in a chair , her back to him . Hearing footsteps , Emma quickly spoke up , " Don't come any closer ! " Michael stopped in his tracks . " I heard from the maid that you had an allergic reaction after eating something . Are you okay now ? " Emma was taken aback by the deep , soothing tone of his voice , filled with concern . Her heart fluttered , and she didn't even realize that she had heard this voice before . " I have hives all over my face , so please don't look at me - I must look awful . The private doctor has already been here , but since there are some medications I can't take , it's healing slowly . I'm sorry ; it's my fault for eating the wrong things . Thankfully , both the baby and I are doing fine . " Emma was furious with herself . Of all the things she could have done , she had drunk oatmeal , and now she was too embarrassed to face him . She wished she could just rush over and pour out her feelings to him . However , she knew that men from wealthy families placed a high value on a woman's appearance . " Well , it's good to hear you're doing okay ," Michael said , his gaze fixed on her back . " If you need anything , just let Eric know . And how are your parents ? " " My dad is fine now . I'll reach out to Eric if I need anything , " Emma replied , feeling a pang of guilt . She had lied earlier about her dad being in the hospital , but it wasn't true . If he found out she had deceived him , he would probably resent her . She needed to make him fall for her . " Since you're okay , I'll- " " Don't go ! " Emma exclaimed , jumping off the couch and rushing toward him . She wrapped her arms around his solid waist , burying her face in his chest and sounding pitiful . " Stay with me , please ? " 2/3 11:52 Sat , Oct 18 M ... Michael caught a strong whiff of her perfume , which repulsed him . Especially with her face pressed against him , his obsession with cleanliness made him want to push her away right then and there . Send Gifts 3/3 Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!