chapter 16 It’s rare to find such a wonderful man anymore.

"Who?!"
Maryjane was shocked and about to chase, but Christian stopped her, "Stop chasing, the person has already run away."
"Although I didn't see the person, the strength and piercing power of the dart shot shows that the opponent is a master."
"Their movement was extraordinary, moving like a ghost, especially in the dark, disappearing in an instant without a trace."
Hearing this, her heart grew more terrified, and she couldn't help but say angrily, "First, they sent Lachlan to poison my grandfather."
"Now they have sent Kevin to ambush me on the way."
"Who is the mastermind behind all this, what exactly do they want to do?!"
Christian remained silent.
He could understand her feelings.
However, anger and roaring were of no use.
At least, now they had a clue about the Plum Blossom Society.
By following the lead and finding Shanks, all answers would be revealed.
"I'm sorry Mr. West, I lost my composure."
Regaining her senses, Maryjane said apologetically, and then, putting aside her displeasure, gratefully said, "Thank you for just now."
"If it weren't for you, I would have been captured or killed by them."
"You saved my life again, and including the treatment you gave to my grandfather, I owe you two favours."
"Tell me, what can I do for you?"
Christian smiled and waved his hand, "Miss Keller, you're being too polite, it was just a helping hand, no need to take it to heart..."
"That won't do."
"You saved my life, I definitely have to take it to heart."
"I must thank you properly."
Maryjane was determined, and after a moment of contemplation, her eyes lit up. She leaned in close and asked, "How about, I offer myself to you?"
"Ah?"
Christian was startled.
This CEO really didn't play by the rules.
She always appeared high and cold.
When she wielded the knife just now, she seemed cruel and heartless.
Under such circumstances, her sudden joke made him somewhat at a loss, feeling that this woman was a capricious queen.
"Hehe."
"Just kidding, look how scared you got."
Maryjane giggled flirtatiously, her ample bosom heaving, presenting an irresistibly enchanting sight.
Especially her alluring movements seemed natural, like a born temptress, making it hard for one to not get lost in her charm.
Even Christian, a man of cultivation, couldn't help but be swayed by such a top-tier woman, his face reddening.
"Christian, I can call you that, right?"
Suddenly, she leaned in close, blowing in Christian's ear. The hot breath made his body tingle, as if his bones were melting.
Before he could speak, she continued, "We just experienced life and death together, we can be considered friends, right?"
"Yes, we are friends."
"Miss Keller, if you want to call me Christian, go ahead..."
"Then your name should also change."
Seeing Christian did not refuse, Maryjane's eyes sparkled with joy, teasingly saying, "From now on, call me Maryjane, only people close to me can call me that."
"This..."
Christian's cheeks grew even redder.
Watching his embarrassed look, Maryjane couldn't stop giggling.
She suddenly found that this man in front of her was sometimes quite cute when he was naive.
Capable of being both iron-blooded and gentle.
This was a man she had never encountered before, calling him top-tier was not an exaggeration.
"Maryjane, let's get back to the matter at hand."
Christian felt a bit overwhelmed by her and changed the topic, "Earlier in the car, you mentioned you had a favour to ask, may I know what it is?"
"It's related to the ambush just now."
Mentioning this, Maryjane's expression turned serious and said, "Tonight at nine, it's the investment election meeting hosted by the Keller Family."
"As you saw, someone wants to harm me, so I would like to ask you to be my personal bodyguard for the night, is that okay?"
"There's a problem."
Christian frowned, puzzled, "If you're afraid they might try something again, you could just hire more bodyguards, there's no need to hire me."
"Besides, you seem to be putting the cart before the horse. Before the ambush, you already said you had something to ask of me."
"Well..."
Maryjane looked slightly embarrassed, hesitated a bit, and then made up an excuse, "Those bodyguards of mine are quite average in strength."
"Compared to you, they're nothing, no comparison at all."
"Christian, we're friends, and if a friend is in trouble, wouldn't you feel compelled to help?"
"Moreover, it's just for one night," she said.
As she spoke, she actually stepped forward, shaking his arm with both hands, in a coquettish manner.
This woman is ever-changing, different at every moment. It's really hard to know which side of her is the most genuine.
Instinctively wanting to refuse, but looking at her tearful eyes and earnest expression, it was really hard to speak up.
Well then. As she said, the two of them are friends after all.
Since she has a request and it's not a big deal for him, why not help her to the end?
"Fine, I'll be your bodyguard."
"But only for one night."
"Not even for a minute more."
Afterward, he let go of her and turned to walk towards the car.
"Done."
Maryjane roared with excitement, her face brimming with a meaningful smile.
Actually, her original intention was to invite him to be her male companion, but now it seemed even better to have him as a bodyguard.
As for one night?
Heh.
That would depend on your performance tonight.
At 8,30 PM, at the Imperial City Hotel.
As a landmark building in Pokyo, the hotel is not only built magnificently but even the subtle details are perfectly crafted.
Only the wealthy and influential can afford to spend here.
Not just wealthy, but also of high status.
The ability to book this place demonstrates the immense social influence of the Keller Family!
The banquet was still half an hour from starting, but at the entrance, luxury cars were already gathering, with the elite arriving.
As Timila stepped out of the back seat of the car and walked towards the entrance, she was the epitome of elegance.
Tonight, she was dressed in a black bodycon mini dress, highlighting her voluptuous figure perfectly.
Her long legs, wrapped in black stockings and accentuated by high heels, the revealing neckline... she was a walking temptation, driving people crazy!
"Isn't that Timila from the Olson, a third-tier family?"
"Wow, the family might be low-tier, but her beauty is top-notch. Look at that figure, that appearance, so slender!"
"I heard she just got divorced. I wonder who the lucky guy who ends up with her will be?"
"Even just looking at her is a pleasure, such a beautiful sight..."
Watching the graceful Timila, the passing elites couldn't help but marvel and sigh.
She was the kind of woman who made other women jealous and men go crazy.
"No wonder President Olson draws attention wherever she goes, a trending topic queen with her own following."
"Knowing you're single, so many men admire you. With this aura, our Olson Group's business will surely thrive."
Brocha followed behind her, trying her best to flatter.
But Timila, with a cold expression, glared at her, "Assistant Marsh, do not talk like that in the future."
"I do want to develop the Olson Family, but I want to do it on my own, not because of others."
"Even Ludolf, I asked for his help only because we are friends. Otherwise, I wouldn't have asked."
"It's just a pity that Christian beat him so badly, I don't know his current situation, and he probably won't help me anymore."
"Maybe he'll even hold a grudge and take it out on the Olson Family..."
Thinking about this, Timila felt uneasy.
Christian was so unreasonable.
She had advised him at the time, but he just wouldn't listen and had to act rashly.
He might have left without a care, but she had to clean up his mess.
If she had known he was so impulsive and reckless, she would never have agreed to marry him in the first place!
"President Olson, you're overthinking it."
"That trash is certainly hateful, but Young Master Abbott isn't so petty."
"He'll blame that trash, not you."
"Look, he's here now."
Following her pointing finger, Timila saw Ludolf, bandaged hands, limping, slowly approaching.
"Young Master Abbott, why are you here?"
Timila was surprised and somewhat unresponsive.
Ludolf smiled, "Tonight is crucial for the Olson Family to attract investment, how could I not come?"
"But Christian earlier..."
"One thing at a time. I'll settle my score with him later."
"But your matter is a top priority, and I had to come to lend you a hand."
Saying this, he blinked.
Assistant Marsh got the hint and chimed in, "President Olson, look how good Young Master Abbott is to you."
"He was beaten so badly by that trash that the doctor advised hospital observation to avoid disability."
"But knowing how important tonight's election is for you, he insisted on coming, even argued with the doctor."
"Young Master Abbott is powerful, influential, and treats you well. Such a good man is rare these days!"