Chapter 3 Dream On

• Madelyn glanced at her phone to check the time, speculating that Sebastian should be at the office by now.
• Making up her mind, Madelyn asked the driver to turn around.
• A few minutes later, she found herself standing in front of Lockhart Group’s building.
• Glancing up at the towering skyscraper, Madelyn couldn’t help but squint as the sunlight hit the glass exterior of the building, refracting a dazzling light.
• Sebastian was in the CEO’s office, located at the very top floor.
• Madelyn entered the grand hall, heading straight for the exclusive elevator reserved for a privileged few. Those in the hall recognized her identity and didn’t dare to stop her.
• She made her way straight to the top floor. Upon reaching the assistant’s office, Sebastian’s assistant Malcolm Schultz was taken aback upon seeing Madelyn.
• “Ms. Thornton… No, I should address you as Mrs. Lockhart now. How come you’re here, Mrs. Lockhart?” Malcolm rose, so surprised that he stammered.
• In the past, Madelyn never deigned to set foot in Lockhart Group, a sentiment that she had once verbally expressed.
• Every time she visited, chaos would ensue in the company, and Malcolm was always the one who had to clean up the mess and bear the brunt of Sebastian’s anger. Therefore, he was afraid of Madelyn.
• Madelyn evidently remembered the horrible things she used to do.
• In fact, Malcolm had been nice to her in her previous life. He had even defended her because of Sebastian.
• However, she had harbored a deep aversion toward Malcolm.
• Looking back, she was filled with regret.
• Hence, her attitude changed for the better, and she asked gently, “Is Sebastian around?”
• Malcolm was clearly taken aback, seemingly unaccustomed to the change in her demeanor.
• Furthermore, she used to call Sebastian by his full name, never as intimate as she did now.
• Nevertheless, he responded truthfully, “Mr. Lockhart is in a meeting.”
• Madelyn nodded. “I’ll go in and wait for him then. You carry on with your work.”
• After speaking, she headed straight for the CEO’s office.
• Malcolm was stunned. For a moment, he almost questioned if Madelyn had gone mad.
• However, he quickly regained his composure and busied himself catering to Madelyn’s every need, serving her tea and attending to her diligently. He was afraid that if she got upset, she might cause trouble again.
• Three hours later, after finishing his meeting, Sebastian returned to the top floor. Noticing the complicated look on Malcolm’s face, he frowned and pushed the door open.
• Madelyn was lounging comfortably on the guest couch, flipping through a magazine in her hand.
• Sebastian’s frown deepened, and his tone was icy cold when he spoke. “Why are you here? What do you want?”
• Upon hearing that, Madelyn put down the magazine she was holding and sat upright. As soon as her gaze met Sebastian’s, she couldn’t look away.
• He stood tall and sturdy, and his well-tailored suit highlighted his outstanding physique. His features were distinct, his lips thin and tightly pursed as his eyebrows slightly furrowed. Even the displeased look on his face was incredibly pleasing to the eye.
• Madelyn instinctively ignored the imposing icy aura that surrounded him.
• This man is so attractive. To say his looks could captivate the whole world wouldn’t be an exaggeration.
• Madelyn couldn’t help but berate herself in silence. Had I been blind back then? Why on earth did I let such a good man go? I was such a fool!
• “Do I need a reason to visit? It’s almost noon. Let’s go grab some lunch together.”
• With a playful smile curling the corners of her lips, Madelyn snuggled up to the man beside her.
• Her face, filled with smiles, drew closer. Seeing her act so out of character, Sebastian furrowed his brows and scoffed coldly. “What now? Concocting some scheme to break off our engagement? Let me tell you, it’s too late for that! I advise you to give up on that idea immediately!”
• The icy tone carried an undeniable authority, which left Madelyn momentarily stunned.
• He’s so indifferent! But I can only blame my past self for being too much of a nuisance. It’s no wonder he’d think like that and say such things.
• Madelyn didn’t get upset. Still wearing a smile, she took a few steps forward and wrapped her arms around his neck, clinging to him. “Don’t forget what you just said. I’ll take your word for it. So, are you going to join me for lunch? If not, I guess I’ll ask Christopher out instead.”
• Sebastian’s face fell, and a hint of hostility could be discerned in his expression.
• Madelyn shuddered in fear upon noticing that.
• However, her purpose for going to the company was Sebastian. Having already resorted to provocation, there was no reason for her to give up halfway.
• Moreover, she had indeed been causing a lot of trouble and had multiple tricks up her sleeve in the past, so it was understandable that Sebastian was on his guard. Hence, she had to take it slow and start by getting close to him,
• No matter the approach, she must bridge the gap between them and build a close relationship with him.
• With that in mind, Madelyn had no choice but to continue clinging to the man’s neck, waiting for his response.
• Sebastian narrowed his eyes, giving her a cold stare. He couldn’t comprehend what game this woman was playing.
• After a moment, he pried Madelyn’s arms off him, turned around, and grabbed the car keys from his desk. Walking out first, he asked, “What do you feel like eating?”
• Madelyn’s smile widened when he agreed. She quickly caught up to him and took his hand. “I’m not sure. How about you choose for me?”
• Sebastian pursed his thin lips and shook her hand off without a word.
• Madelyn pouted, noticing that Malcolm was standing by the door. An idea popped up in her mind, and in the next instant, she turned and linked arms with Malcolm.
• Sebastian observed with an expression. Before Malcolm could even react, Sebastian had grabbed Madelyn’s hand and placed it back on his arm.
• Madelyn chuckled to herself. He might seem aloof, but he still cares about me. I believe I’ll be able to win his heart someday!
• Malcolm froze as he observed the couple’s interaction. It took him a long while to regain his composure and take note of the love in the air.
• For a moment, he thought his eyes were playing tricks on him, for everything was just too surreal.
• In the past, Madelyn would never get close to Sebastian. Has she lost her mind today?