The CEO’s Billion Dollar Bride

Chapter 18: 19、A step away from you Chapter 18: 19、A step away from you Michael Gordon narrowed his eyes and looked closely at the person pushed in front of him. The fluorescent gold strapless dress made her fair skin almost transparent, unlike the rouge and powder seen in the entertainment industry. The form-fitting design showcased her graceful curves impeccably.

In particular, the dress featured a slit that accentuated the seductive allure of her long, fair legs.

It was undeniable that, for the first time, Michael Gordon was truly amazed by a woman.

“Hmm, not bad!”

Michael Gordon nodded gently and then extended his elbow towards her, clearly inviting her to link arms. As he lowered his gaze, his appreciative glance fell to her chest, and his handsome brow furrowed slightly.

“Let’s go in, Mr. Gordon!”

Michael Gordon had just opened his mouth to say a word, but Ivy Aretha wrapped his arm around hers and chuckled, signaling for him to enter the banquet hall.

Michael Gordon realized that because they were waiting for Ivy to change her style, the banquet had already started ten minutes ago. He quickly glanced at the hand that was hooked onto his arm, then strode with her into the Aurora Hall.

Inside the hall, everything was splendidly illuminated. Numerous reporters were carrying cameras, some taking photos, and others filming the live scene. It was evident that this was not just a banquet, but an event with significant public relations impact.

Outlandish guests who usually appeared only in high society passed by, their dazzling faces reflecting back at Ivy wherever she looked, making her feel awkward about her position.

Michael Gordon’s personal secretary!

It was her first time attending such an event after giving birth to her daughter, and she was having trouble adapting. While walking, Ivy tightened her grip on Michael’s arm as if it would help ease her discomfort and anxiety in this situation.

Though she had stood in court and experienced countless lawsuits, the nervousness she felt now under the spotlight was much more intense. At this moment, Ivy felt as if every nerve in her body was tense, as if stepping inside the hall was like walking into a catastrophe.

Michael Gordon clearly felt her hand stiffen and grip his arm tighter. It was obvious that she was nervous. Wanting to mock her innocence, he only lowered his head…

…just as Ivy’s face, tense from nervousness, met his eyes. Her once delicate complexion was now deathly pale, and her clear eyes were quivering underneath long, fluttering eyelashes like a child seeing strangers for the first time.

Michael Gordon’s usually unyielding heart seemed to be struck by something, and his mocking words changed to a different tone.

“As my secretary, with me as CEO, you really shouldn’t be this nervous. What a disgrace!”

Michael Gordon’s gentle laughter reached Ivy’s ears, and his warm breath lingered at the tip of her nose. Ivy blushed but felt relieved. Now she was no longer so nervous looking at the people coming and going; she felt as if she were one of them.

Her confidence instantly returned!

Ivy looked up at Michael Gordon, her clear eyes filled with laughter: “Since you knew I’m a disgrace, Mr. Gordon, why bother bringing me to a place like this?”

Michael Gordon: “…”

It turned out that the woman’s awkward demeanor was just an act, and to his chagrin, he had fallen for it!

“Mr. Gordon, why are you only arriving now? I’ve been waiting for you for a long time!”

During their gaze, a coquettish voice cut in, interrupting their stare.

Ivy looked up to see a woman wearing a bewitching red gown with heavy, intense makeup. The powerful and seductive lady was unmistakably an extraordinary figure.

Recognizing the familiar face, Ivy quickly searched her memory and identified her as international superstar and Golden Horse Best Actress, Kyla Sanders.

Kyla, the lead lady of Allure International, had gained global acclaim on the silver screen. Her majestic demeanor justified her reputation as ‘Miss Sanders’ within the industry.

Seeing that Michael Gordon had no intention of speaking, Ivy recalled the saying that a personal secretary must block his unwelcome romantic advances. Since he didn’t take the initiative to respond, it seemed that this woman could be considered one of his unwanted ‘flowers’.

Facing her, Ivy looked up, smiled subtly and spoke politely, “Hello, Miss Sanders. I’m…”

“I don’t care who you are. I’m talking to Mr. Gordon now!”

Kyla Sanders wouldn’t give Ivy the chance to speak, nor did she intend to show her any respect. She knew Michael Gordon too well; none of his female companions were ever important.

Ivy had initially planned to introduce her position so that she could gather more information. As this was a celebrity signing banquet, the purpose was self-evident: all the attendees were either there to sign or renew contracts or, in short, to collaborate.

Unexpectedly, before she could finish her sentence, Kyla had shoved her aside. Looking at Michael Gordon, Ivy noticed the corners of his mouth form a faint, nonchalant smile, making it clear he was amused.

Rumor has it that Kyla Sanders had earned Allure International a lot of money over the years, that she was a favorite of Michael Gordon, and that her demeanor was sculpted by Allure International. It was even claimed that her domineering temper was spoiled by the haughty man Michael Gordon himself.

Heh, so apparently this man intentionally brought Ivy here to embarrass her!

Unfortunately, six years ago, she had given him the chance to humiliate her body. But today, she would not allow him the opportunity to insult her dignity!

“Really?” Ivy glanced at Michael Gordon and then looked at Kyla Sanders. “Is Miss Sanders suggesting that Mr. Gordon’s taste is so poor that not even his female companion can stand on the stage? Or is it that none of the women by his side are worthy of Miss Sanders’ respect?”

Upon hearing these words, Kyla’s face turned pale. She knew that Michael Gordon never brought significant women to his side as companions. Though she often put on airs with his female companions, he not only condoned her behavior but also agreed with it, just as he did this time.

However, what Kyla hadn’t expected was that the woman’s first words would directly point the arrowhead towards Michael Gordon, their boss. She was incisive and straightforward.

“I… I didn’t mean that!” Kyla looked at Michael Gordon in a panic, fearing that her words would offend him. “Mr. Gordon, you know I didn’t mean that!”

Seeing this, the faint curve at the corner of Michael Gordon’s lips deepened, and the laughter in his eyes was almost overflowing. For the first time, he saw Kyla Sanders rendered speechless by a woman.

After all these years, he had finally met a useful woman.

“She is my companion for today!” Michael Gordon gave a slight nod and formally introduced her. “Allure International’s legal consultant, Miss Ivy Aretha!”

Upon hearing this title, Ivy stiffened and looked at Michael Gordon, but she couldn’t discern his real intentions from his expression.