Mr. Pretentious: Miss Valerius, He is Begging for a Title-Chapter 105: How About I Cage You and Spoil You?
Eleanor Valerius was stunned upon receiving the Jade Ring from Sebastian Ford as well.
"It’s too heavy to wear."
Sebastian Ford’s response was astonishing.
"..."
What is heavy?
Is it because it’s pricelessly precious?
"Alright."
Eleanor smiled and nodded.
She could see that Sebastian Ford was affirming her identity as Assistant Valerius.
The voices of doubt and malicious slander around her seemed to automatically shut off as she firmly met Sebastian Ford’s gaze.
While Sebastian Ford was socializing, she held onto the ring and followed beside him.
Eleanor Valerius didn’t look back at Damian Lowell.
But in Damian Lowell’s eyes, this was another form of imprisonment Sebastian Ford had over Eleanor Valerius.
Before the investment auction ceremony began.
All the projects Sebastian was interested in represented the Ford Family’s ambitions.
Those who wanted to please him were also his competitors.
If the Ford Family were to become the richest in Aethelgard, Third Master Ford’s power would be unparalleled.
For a moment, even Eleanor Valerius seemed to bask in his glory when she was by his side.
Especially the Jade Ring in her hand, symbolizing Sebastian Ford’s trust.
"Assistant Valerius, why are you not drinking?"
Someone eagerly handed her a glass of wine, but Eleanor was about to decline.
"Assistant Valerius has work to do; she can’t drink, I will."
Sebastian finished the wine in his hand and handed the empty glass to Eleanor, then took the given drink and took a sip.
Everyone was stunned again.
How come Mr. Ford is shielding Assistant Valerius from drinking?
Eleanor returned the empty glass, just missing the late arrival of Second Young Master Sinclair, Jasper Sinclair.
"Mr. Ford."
Jasper Sinclair, dressed elegantly in a white suit, was the focal point when meeting Third Master Ford.
"Welcome, Second Young Master Sinclair."
Sebastian Ford’s aura was oppressive; he was representing not only the Ford Family but also Aethelgard in welcoming him.
Their handshake and toast were significant scenes.
The Ford and Sinclair families were in competition, but the Sinclair Family’s development in Aethelgard required cooperation.
"The Sinclair Family’s familiarity with the investment auction in Aethelgard proves that Second Young Master Sinclair’s decision to arrange for Lawyer Lowell to come was correct. Tomorrow, the Ford Family will formally host Second Young Master Sinclair and Lawyer Lowell, looking forward to a successful cooperation between the two families."
Sebastian’s words carried a sense of watchful attention toward Jasper Sinclair.
"The Sinclair Family is absolutely sincere and will properly visit Mr. Ford tomorrow."
Jasper Sinclair admired Sebastian Ford’s abilities sincerely; whether in opposition or cooperation, Sebastian Ford was formidable.
Soon after, the organizers arranged for the first row on both sides to be VIP seats.
Once Sebastian Ford and Jasper Sinclair were seated.
Damian Lowell naturally sat beside Jasper Sinclair.
Others who were in cooperation with the Sinclair Family were also seated, engaging in conversations with Second Young Master Sinclair from time to time.
In contrast, no one dared to sit beside Sebastian Ford.
The expression "approachable" had no correlation with Third Master Ford.
Even the Ford Family’s business partners subconsciously kept their distance from him.
At this moment, Eleanor Valerius returned.
Her eyes met Sebastian Ford’s gaze, understanding his intention, and she walked over to sit in the adjacent seat.
The mix of the grand president and the small assistant, in contrasting black and white, was surprisingly harmonious.
"Master Ford, you’d better keep the Jade Ring; I’m afraid of breaking it."
Eleanor slightly leaned sideways, whispering into Sebastian Ford’s ear.
Sebastian narrowed his eyes and raised his left hand directly in front of her.
Were they a little too intimate?
Out of the corner of her eye, Eleanor could see the astonished gazes from the seats behind her.
"If you can’t bear to return it, you can continue holding onto it."
After speaking, Sebastian even felt magnanimous.
Was he threatening her?
Eleanor, helpless, placed the Jade Ring back onto his hand.
As she withdrew her hand, Sebastian tightened his fingers, gripping her palm.
Being under the scrutiny of the audience, any slight intimacy could cause Eleanor’s breath to catch in tension.
Sebastian casually crossed his long legs, seemingly intent on listening to the investment introduction, but in fact, admiring Eleanor’s gradually reddening earlobes.
How adorable.
And only with an audience present would the little fox feel shy.
The most important thing was that Sebastian was intentionally displaying it for Damian Lowell to see.
Since Damian’s gaze was clearly set on Eleanor Valerius.
However, from Jasper Sinclair’s seated position, he could only see that there was a woman beside Master Ford, without a clear view of her face.
"Assistant Valerius, later, you will raise the sign for me; the Ford Family wants this piece of land."
Sebastian’s attitude allowed others to recognize that Eleanor Valerius was capable of handling key tasks.
Eleanor Valerius had never done such a thing before; she took it seriously, carefully learning from Sebastian, eager to perform well.
The bidding began.
Eleanor raised the paddle representing the Ford Family.
"One hundred million."
Sebastian’s voice was lazy, directly announcing the highest price, not wanting to waste time; what the Ford Family desired, they were determined to acquire.
No one dared to compete with Master Ford for anything on site.
Quickly, this undeveloped plot of land belonged to the Ford Group.
"Assistant Valerius, take my private seal to the stage to sign the contract."
It was surprising that Sebastian entrusted such an important ceremony to a junior.
"Mr. Ford, I..."
Eleanor hesitated with concern, already holding his private seal in hand.
"Go ahead."
Sebastian almost looked up at Eleanor as she stood up.
No matter how others viewed her.
At this moment, the label on Eleanor Valerius said she belonged to Sebastian Ford.
Eleanor was startled by the possessiveness in Sebastian’s eyes, her heart racing uncontrollably.
Yet she felt it was fear, not excitement.
Then, Eleanor took a deep breath and stepped onto the stage.
She had never imagined that when she was under the spotlight, the gazes weren’t obscene or mocking, but filled with shocked doubt and apprehension.
So, this was how it felt to be of high status and power.
Women from the Valerius Family were born kneeling, yet she harbored the ambition to stand as a victor.
In that instant, Sebastian caught the flash of determination in Eleanor’s eyes from the audience.
His little fox craved power.
And he, was the true ruler of Aethelgard.
He was confident that his little fox wouldn’t want to leave his side for life.
Loving him and pleasing him were her only choices.
Sometimes even he couldn’t distinguish who deliberately provoked whom; it was him who fell into the lure.
"Let’s invite President Sinclair and the Ford Family to complete the ceremony."
Hearing this, Eleanor’s gaze shifted over.
As Jasper Sinclair stepped forward, seeing Eleanor’s breathtaking beauty, he was obviously stunned.
"Hello, President Sinclair, I’m Mr. Ford’s assistant."
Eleanor proactively extended her hand in greeting.
However, after Jasper Sinclair held Eleanor’s hand, his eyes were even more surprised as he responded, "Hello, you seem very familiar, have we met before?"
He didn’t let go, and Eleanor was somewhat taken aback.
"President Sinclair, this is our first meeting."
However, she also felt an inexplicable sense of familiarity with Second Young Master Sinclair.
Sebastian’s eyes narrowed dangerously, staring at their handshake.
He wouldn’t allow any man around Eleanor Valerius apart from himself.
Suddenly, Sebastian stood up, making an obvious move.
Eleanor was sensitive to his gaze and immediately reacted, retracting her hand from Jasper Sinclair’s grasp.
"President Sinclair, when the Ford Family and Sinclair Family finalize the cooperation, I believe we’ll have more opportunities to meet you in the future."
With that said, she returned to Sebastian’s side with the private seal and documents.
Jasper Sinclair continued to watch her, captured by her allure, almost as if bewitched.
As a result, Sebastian was extremely displeased.
The banquet wasn’t over yet.
He secretly led Eleanor to a secluded spot, both personally sanitizing and venting his jealousy through punishment.
Eleanor couldn’t stand it, also afraid of being discovered, so she willingly wrapped around him in a passionate kiss.
"Little fox, should I keep you lovingly locked away?"
