The President’s Mistake A Tale of Love and Regret

Freya's expression briefly showed surprise as she looked up at the sophisticatedly smiling man in front of her.

Alexander always carried himself with a refined manner, like a cultured leader in the business world.

Despite his calm exterior, there was an undercurrent of hostility in his words toward Freya.

Alexander had underestimated her from the start. When she first came to him, wounded and showing her most severe scars, she sought his help to deal with Nathaniel.

At that time, Alexander thought she was overstepping. He saw her as a weak woman, and despite his own long-standing rivalry with Nathaniel, he had never managed to defeat him.

Alexander had used East Saeville's land as a bet on Freya, and now he regretted it. The woman who seemed so delicate was proving to be a formidable opponent.

Freya and Sawyer had cleverly manipulated their situation, pretending to be weak to catch him off guard, and now they were growing stronger right under his and Nathaniel's noses.

They were now beyond his control.

Freya responded with a calm smile. "The term 'involved' isn't quite right. Mr. Sawyer and I are simply business partners. You're overthinking, Mr. Alexander."

Alexander's smile was brief as he was about to continue when Sawyer stepped in between them, causing Alexander's expression to darken.

He glared at his brother, his usual composure slipping, his voice tinged with irritation.

"My dear brother, I didn't realize you were so close to Mrs. Morgan."

Sawyer, unfazed, replied with a smirk. "There's no need for division, brother. Nathaniel already despises me; a little more animosity won't make a difference."

"And aren't you here to protect me?" Sawyer's smirk continued.

Alexander clenched his jaw, frustrated. His brother had already seized more than half of his assets recently.

If Sawyer angered Nathaniel and faced repercussions, he would rely on the Lloyds' influence for protection.noveldrama

Ultimately, Sawyer would benefit, and if the Lloyds were defeated, Sawyer might even find it satisfying. Sawyer's rebellious nature was evident in his deep resentment toward the family he was part of.

Sawyer looked up and smiled at his older brother. "You're not planning to stop looking out for me, are you?"

Alexander snorted. "You should be more worried about how you'll handle Nathaniel. Do you really think he'll let you off easily?"

Sawyer responded with a light laugh. "It's not a big deal. I'll deal with whatever Nathaniel throws my way. But if Ms. Freya's divorce goes through, you'll need to arrange for me to marry her."

Alexander cursed under his breath, frustrated by his brother's nerve.

Did he really find it satisfying to meddle in other people's marriages?

Despite his irritation, Alexander had to admire Sawyer's boldness. Stealing a woman from Nathaniel required not just bravery but also significant skill and strength.

However, Sawyer's insistence on dragging the Lloyds into this conflict with Nathaniel was troubling for Alexander.

The gains from East Saeville that Alexander had secured from

Nathaniel had recently been depleted due to Nathaniel's attacks on the Gomez family's stock market. Alexander was worried that if this continued, the Lloyds might lose their foothold in Saeville.

"Be a bit more restrained. Even if Freya divorces, she won't be marrying you."

Sawyer glanced at Freya and Mandy walking away. "Don't worry about that, brother. As I've said, if you don't want me to drag you down, let's split the Lloyds Group. How about it? Half for you, half for me?"

"Not a chance!" Alexander snapped.

"When Dad handed the Lloyds over to me, I didn't want to be the heir, but that doesn't mean you get to destroy things."

"And let me remind you, even though you've won over many of the shareholders, the Lloyds are still under my control."

Sawyer shrugged. He still needed Alexander's support to deal with Nathaniel, but he wondered what he would do if Nathaniel really drove him to frustration.

Freya and Mandy arrived at the VIP area.

To avoid drawing too much attention, especially given the recent stir around Freya's divorce, they chose a quieter spot to enjoy drinks and chat with a few design industry friends.

The highlight of the charity gala was the jewelry auction, where many wealthy individuals were eager to bid on pieces to give as gifts.

After all, purchasing the most expensive jewelry at such an event was a prestigious gesture and highly visible.

Suddenly, a commotion at the entrance drew everyone's attention, signaling the arrival of a notable guest.

Freya and Mandy looked up to see Nathaniel walking in, dressed in a black suit and accompanied by a striking woman.

It was Grace, a leading celebrity, wearing a silver evening gown adorned with a large array of diamonds, showcasing the dress's high value.

Nathaniel's decision to bring Grace as his date was clearly intended to embarrass Freya.

Mandy, noticing Grace's haughty attitude, whispered, “She's clearly a mistress. They aren't even divorced yet, and she's making it so obvious."

Freya, her gaze fixed on her wine glass, gently swirled it. The purple wine rippled as she processed Nathaniel's attempt at retaliation. She hadn't expected him to respond in this way.

At such a charity gala, those with partners usually bring them, while those without bring friends.

Nathaniel could have brought his wife or an assistant, but instead, he chose to bring a high-profile actress, making it clear he was trying to publicly humiliate Freya.

Despite the ongoing divorce

proceedings, Freya tried not to let Nathaniel's, behavior get to her. She was more taken aback by how quickly he had moved on after sending Luna to prison. Had his previous commitment and affection all been an act?

Freya continued to sip her wine, opting for a lighter variety due to her sensitivity to stronger drinks.

Sawyer approached and stood beside her.

He glanced at Nathaniel and then at Freya, raising an eyebrow.

"If you're feeling uneasy, I can take you outside for a while. We can come back

when the auction begins. How does that sound?"