My Ex-husband Begs Me Back
Chapter 943: Peak

Chapter 943: Peak

However, due to a lack of concrete evidence and relying solely onSean's words, the police had no choice but to accept Louise's family'sproposal to drop the case against Preston.

Even the online community was powerless in this situation; it was solelyin the hands of Louise's family.

This news caused quite a stir in Hance City, but the commotion couldn'tsignificantly affect Preston. Sean saw this news and grew extremelyanxious, unsure of what to do, so he quickly contacted Kian.

He asked Kian, "Kian, is Preston safe now? Otherwise, why wouldLouise's family suddenly withdraw the case?"

"He's bribed Louise's family, which is why they agreed to drop the case.That's also why I initially asked you to provide any evidence you had.But now, it's too late; the situation is already settled,” Kian respondedcoldly.

Sean was disheartened because he had essentially betrayed Preston.If Preston managed to make a comeback, wouldn't he seek revengeagainst himself?

Kian didn't pay much attention to Sean, only advising him, "If you'reworried about Preston retaliating against you, consider leavingHancefor a while."

Kian didn't elaborate further; after all, his relationship with Sean hadalways been one of mutual utility.

Recent events had clearly favored Preston, causing the atmospherearound Ayan to grow heavy. As a result, Kian didn't dare report Sean'ssituation to Ayan and could only handle it on his own.

At Simpson Group, Ayan sat in his office, his expression aloof. Heappeared lost in thought, his eyes reflecting a distant coldness. After awhile, he picked up his phone and dialed a series of numbers. Whenthe call was answered, he spoke, "Where are you?"

The other party seemed surprised by Ayan's question, hesitating for afew seconds before responding in a calm voice, “In a hotel room. Ayan,why did you suddenly call me?"

"Wasn't it you who asked Kian to inform me, wanting to meet anddiscuss something?" Ayan asked indifferently, "Or are you currentlyunavailable?"

Eileen quickly denied, "Of course not. I just thought you were busy withwork and didn't want to bother you. The truth is, I don't really haveanything important. I've been idle every day, but I can't keep doing that.I want to invest my time in work, but my agent and my former companyhave completely cut ties with me. So, I'm not sure what to do now."Eileen's reputation had been utterly tarnished before. Though she hadbrought it upon herself, she had never once questioned if it was herfault. Instead, she was fixated on how to restore her career. She stillwanted to face the public, to stand at the pinnacle of the showbusiness. She relished being in the spotlight, feeling like a dazzlingdiamond.

After careful consideration over the past few days, she had come torealize that, so far, only Ayan could help her. If she wanted to reclaimher career, she would have to listen to Ayan's instructions, follow hisarrangements.

She said softly, “Ayan, would you be willing to help me?"

Ayan, of course, wouldn't give a direct answer to that question. Heresponded with a cold tone, "Since you're at the hotel, comedownstairs. I'll have Kian pick you up. Come to Simpson Group, and wecan talk?"

Eileen asked, "To Simpson Group? Won't that cause any trouble foryou?"

“Trouble for me? What kind of trouble could it possibly cause me?""Wouldn't Camille misunderstand? After all, she misunderstood lasttime, so..."

“That's something I should worry about,” Ayan casually reminded,silencing Eileen.

Ayan immediately instructed Kian to pick up Eileen. At the same time,he told Kian, "After picking her up, have the hotel staff open her roomand install a pinhole camera at the door. Be discreet, don't leave anytraces."

Ayan didn't explain why he was doing this, but Kian understood thereason behind it.

Kian promptly went to the hotel to fetch Eileen. By the time he arrived,Eileen had already come downstairs and was waiting by the entrance.Though there were no obvious irregularities, Kian still took note. Thus,when Eileen got into the car, he casually asked, "Miss Khan, why didyou come down so quickly? Didn't you wait for a while?"

The distance from Simpson Group to the hotel wasn't far, and Ayan haddecided last minute to have Eileen come to Simpson Group. Judging byEileen's attire and appearance, she couldn't have gotten ready thatquickly, even though Kian was a man, he had a rough idea of howmuch time basic makeup required.

So, Eileen coming down so soon raised Kian's suspicions.

Eileen's expression remained calm, without much emotion. She didn'tseem nervous either, just offering a faint smile as she replied, "Ayancalled, and I got ready immediately. Since you came all the way here topick me up, I didn't want to keep you waiting any longer.”

Kian hurriedly said, "Miss Khan, you're too kind. You're Mr. Simpson'sguest, so it's only natural that I wait for you."

Eileen merely smiled gently and remained silent.

The twenty-minute car ride brought Eileen to Simpson Group.

Kian led her to the elevator and took her to Ayan's office without anyinterruptions. He gestured for her to take a seat on the sofa and said,"Miss Khan, please have a seat.”

Eileen nodded and said, "Thank you."

Inside the office, Ayan faced the floor-to-ceiling windows, gazingoutside. When he heard the sound of footsteps, he turned to look, hisgaze falling on Eileen. She returned the gaze, her voice gentle as sheasked, "Ayan, did you call me here for something specific?"

Ayan gestured toward the nearby sofa, inviting Eileen to sit as he said,"Regarding Preston, you must have seen the news online, right?"Eileen nodded, “Yes, I know."

"Do you have anything you want to say?" he asked with indifference.Eileen couldn't quite understand his question. There was a hint ofsurprise in her eyes as her voice grew uncertain, "Ayan, I don'tunderstand what you mean. Are you suspecting me?"

"I haven't said anything yet. Why are you getting nervous? Has hecome to Hance to replace you?" Ayan chuckled lightly. His deep eyes helda faint smile that was somewhat overwhelming, making it hard to meethis gaze for too long.

After he finished speaking, he continued to fix his gaze on her,unwavering for even a second. This direct scrutiny caused Eileen'sheart to race, and she softly bit her lip, her voice light as she said,"Ayan, I don't understand what you're talking about. How could hepossibly dare to come to Hance when the police is pursuing him? Whatyou're suggesting is impossible."

She tried to maintain her composure and even managed to smile, butAyan's reaction remained unchanged. He still looked at her the sameway, and he spoke in a low voice, "So, since you returned to Hance,you haven't contacted him at all?"