Sophie speaks back to Nathan

"Oh, you don't want to get married? Then we won't do it," Sophie said with a gentle smile. "Let's wait until you're not so busy. We can talk about it later."

Nathan felt a rush of emotion and reached out to place his hand firmly on Sophie's shoulder. His eyes were filled with frustration as he asked, "Do you not care about me anymore?"

Sophie, keeping her promise to Noah to avoid physical contact with another man, gently slipped out of Nathan's grip. "What about you? Do you truly love me?" she replied cautiously.

Nathan was taken aback. His mouth opened as if to speak, but no words came out. Deep down, he knew he didn't have genuine feelings for Sophie; he was just using her.

Nathan slowly relaxed his hands, trying to calm down. "We're already planning to get married, so why question our love? You'll be my wife soon. Can't you try to see things from my perspective? It wasn't easy for Amber to be nominated for the top ten model awards. Sophie, I'm just frustrated that you can't be more understanding."

Sophie took a step back, maintaining her composure. "Then you'll have to get used to the way I am now," she said calmly.

With that, Sophie turned and walked away, leaving Nathan standing there, bewildered and alone. As she exited the building, Nathan was left completely puzzled, unable to comprehend why Sophie's demeanor had shifted so drastically. After some thought, he convinced himself that she must still be jealous of his relationship with Amber.

Nathan didn't have the energy to chase after Sophie. Amber still needed his support, and Sophie was never one to make a fuss or cause others to worry about her.

He figured that once her anger subsided, she would probably return to her usual self. To him, Sophie had always seemed so passive, never having the courage to stand up for herself.

Meanwhile, Sophie knew that Nathan wouldn't come after her. Her heart had already given up on him. Instead, she hurried home to see Noah, feeling a warm glow in her heart at the thought of him.

"Sophie, I'll take you home first so you can recharge," Lisa said cheerfully. "Tomorrow, we'll be signing a contract for you to shoot on location."

"Lisa, why don't you cancel the lease on your place and move into my old home? You can give it some life, and feel free to change the locks. If Nathan asks, just tell him you've moved in to look after me, and it's no longer convenient for him to have the keys," Sophie suggested. "Tomorrow, I'll sign a new contract with you."

"Sounds good to me. I might even save some money this way," Lisa replied with a grin.

After their conversation, Lisa gave Sophie a teasing smile. "So, how's the famous Mr. Collider Scope Entertainment in that regard?"

"Don't be so nosy, okay?" Sophie replied, playfully glaring at Lisa.

After getting home, Sophie found herself with plenty of free time since Noah was still out for the day. Deciding to make herself useful, she headed to the kitchen where the servants were busy cooking.

Rolling up her sleeves, she cheerfully offered, "Let me help!"

The head chef, a kindly woman in her forties, looked surprised and said, "Madam, how could we trouble you with this?"

Sophie had a calm and soothing presence that was comforting. "Why don't you take a break today and let me handle dinner for Noah tonight?" she suggested with a warm smile, persuading the chef to leave the kitchen to her.

When Noah finally got home, it was already quite late. But as soon as he stepped inside, his first thought was to find Sophie.

He discovered her in the kitchen, barefoot and wearing an apron, completely focused on preparing dinner.

Noah was taken aback by her appearance, captivated by her graceful, slender legs.

He couldn't resist and walked up to her, wrapping his arms around her from behind and planting a tender kiss on her ear.

"Mr. Noah, stop teasing me. I'm trying to cook fish," Sophie said, her cheeks turning a rosy pink.

Noah reached over, switched off the stove, and gently lifted her chin to steal a kiss. "Right now, all I want is to eat you up," he murmured softly.

Sophie set down the kitchen utensils and awkwardly turned to embrace Noah, responding to his kiss with warmth.

His gentle touch made her heart flutter, and as she noticed the endearing mole on his ear, she found herself completely smitten.

Noah's kisses were slow and tender, gradually traveling down her body, before returning to linger at her collarbone. "Any further, and I might not be able to hold back," he whispered.

Sophie suddenly remembered her cooking. "Oh, the fish! I need to finish cooking it," she exclaimed, gently pulling away, and relit the stove to complete her dish.

Noah chuckled and patted her head affectionately. Admiring her determination, he offered with a smile, "Let me give you a hand."

"Wait, Mr. Noah can actually cook?!" Sophie exclaimed, her eyebrows shooting up in surprise.

"For today, I'll let it slide, but from now on, stay out of the kitchen. I don't want you to get hurt," Noah said, his voice full of concern. He always worried about Sophie, especially when it came to her legs. He was even considering getting insurance for them.

"You're so controlling!" Sophie teased, though she knew deep down it was because he cared about her.

The couple quietly set about making dinner together, revealing that they were both truly talented in the kitchen. Sophie whipped up Noah's favorite dish, while Noah prepared Sophie's beloved meal.

Before long, the dining table was covered with a delightful feast. In perfect harmony, they both looked at the table in awe, realizing that moments like these were rare and special. Enjoying life together like this was something not everyone could do.

"Tomorrow, I have to head to Siyatal for a photoshoot," Sophie explained to Noah. "I probably won't make it back home."

"Wait, aren't you signing the contract tomorrow? Are you heading out right after that in the afternoon?" Noah asked, a bit surprised.

"Yeah, Beautiful Soul needs to launch their new product urgently," Sophie confirmed with a nod. "Just give me some time, Noah. I'll work my way up to a position that will make you proud."

"I never doubted you for a second," Noah replied warmly, placing some food on Sophie's plate.

Their eyes locked, filled with admiration for one another. Noah was especially eager to watch Sophie climb the ladder of success, imagining how it would make Amber and Nathan envious.

After a blustery night, a gentle rain began to fall.

When Amber returned to Nathan's home, she was filled with frustration. She grabbed whatever she could find and hurled it to the ground, shattering everything into pieces.

The thought of Sophie signing the contract the next day was something Amber simply couldn't accept.

What made it even worse was knowing that Nathan had actually helped Sophie. This was the hardest pill for her to swallow.

When Nathan burst through the door, he was met with a chaotic and shocking scene.

Nathan noticed Amber holding a vase, and without hesitation, he rushed over and wrapped her in a warm hug. "Hey, don't be so down; it's not good for the baby," he gently reminded her.

Amber, still upset, replied, "I'm surprised you know that it's bad for the baby, considering you just stood by as Sophie took my deal."

Nathan tried to reassure her, saying, "We have plenty of opportunities ahead. You can focus on landing an even bigger collaboration. Don't let Sophie get to you. Even if she becomes the Brand Ambassador for Beautiful Soul, it won't mean much in the long run." He softly patted her shoulder, adding, "Sweetheart, please listen to me. Take care of yourself."

"Even if you do all this, I'm still not convinced," Amber said, lifting her head, tears glistening in her eyes. "She's been clinging to you for so many years, and I refuse to let her have you now."

In truth, Amber had already instructed her assistant to stir up trouble among her fanbase. The effects were becoming evident, as her fans had begun discussing ways to tear Sophie down, hurling insults at her.

Determined not to let Sophie win, Amber took further steps. She had her assistant leak Sophie's schedule for the next day, giving anti-fans a chance to create chaos and make things difficult for Sophie.

Does Sophie truly believe being a Brand Ambassador is that simple? Tomorrow, she's going to be the most embarrassed and foolish model at the airport.

The official contract signing with Beautiful Soul was scheduled for 9 AM and was set to be shown live on television. It would also be formally revealed to the public.

It seemed that in the ongoing conflict between Sophie and Amber, Beautiful Soul had decided to support Sophie.

Sophie hadn't attended an event like this in three years, so she almost forgot how it felt. But as soon as she slipped into her striking white low-back dress and adorned herself with the jewelry sponsored by Beautiful Soul, her confidence returned, and she shone once more.

Lisa left the house bright and early to head to Tribeca. As Sophie's assistant, Noah had granted her special access to come and go from their villa freely.

Lisa had initially planned to choose her outfit with Sophie, but upon entering the expansive walk-in closet that Noah had given Sophie, she was utterly amazed.

"He truly is the master of Collider Scope Entertainment, generous and with an impeccable sense of style," Lisa remarked.

Just as Noah emerged from his closet, his eyes immediately landed on Sophie. He turned towards her and said, "There's something important I need to tell Sophie."

Lisa, sensing the moment, nodded with understanding. "I'll give you two some privacy," she said, leaving the room and gently closing the door behind her.

Sophie stood by the mirror, her face lighting up with a gentle smile as she gazed at Noah. Her presence was fresh and graceful, much like a lily in full bloom, making it hard for anyone not to be drawn to her.

"What do you want to talk about?" she asked, curiosity evident in her voice.

Instead of answering right away, Noah walked over to Sophie with determined strides. Wrapping his arms around her from behind, he gently turned her head so he could kiss her tenderly. "I want to kiss you," he whispered, "and more than that, I want to cherish you."

"I'm going to be late," Sophie murmured, reluctant to break away from Noah's lips.

"I'll catch it on the live broadcast," Noah assured her. Sophie, feeling satisfied, nodded and linked her arm through his as they left the villa together.

To anyone who saw them, they seemed like a perfect match. Sophie was like fresh, untouched snow, radiating purity, while Noah had an allure similar to a mysterious and intriguing dark knight.

Lisa watched them with admiration, thinking this is exactly how a married couple should look. It was a sharp contrast to Nathan, the jerk, who was far from being a pleasant sight.

A little while later, Sophie got into her car with Lisa's help.

As they drove, Lisa said, "The contract signing is scheduled for 9 AM, so we should get there by 8:45 AM—perfect timing."

"Your planning is always spot on," Sophie replied, glancing at her phone.

"The flight is at 3 PM. Amber has set up a situation at the airport with some of her fans. They've come up with a plan to make you look upset. One of them will try to embarrass you, while others will act like they're just random people, trying to sway the opinions of bystanders," Lisa said, wrinkling her nose in disgust.

This was something you'd expect from kids in elementary school. Sadly, actions like these often end up causing the most pain to others.

"How did you discover all this information?" Sophie asked, clearly taken aback.

Lisa smirked with a sense of pride, "I have Carl blended in with them. Let's allow these kids to enjoy their moment. Once the videos are out, we'll see who ends up embarrassed."

Sophie chuckled and shook her head in disbelief.

Amber had a knack for gathering people who disliked her and were fans of Amber, making her fan base seem small in comparison. However, there were still a few who were eagerly anticipating her arrival at the airport.

At 8:45 AM, right on schedule, Sophie reached the hotel where the contract signing was supposed to happen. She made her way down the red carpet and spotted the reporters waiting.

Lisa had chosen to arrive precisely at 8:50 AM. Arriving earlier might make Sophie seem less important, but they also couldn't afford to be late. Lisa had orchestrated everything perfectly.

As Sophie approached, the reporters swarmed around her, firing questions rapidly.

"Sophie, after your public apology, you vanished from the scene. Now you've taken over Amber's contract. Was this all part of your strategy?"

"Amber shared pictures today, showing her efforts to recover. Is she implying you took her deal unfairly?"

"Sophie, are you planning a big return to the spotlight?"

Sophie kept a warm smile on her face, choosing not to answer any of the reporters' questions. Once inside the hotel, she paid close attention to the arrangements made by Beautiful Soul and followed them smoothly.

Meanwhile, Nathan, who was supposed to be present for the contract signing, was absent due to other commitments. Instead, Sophie was accompanied by her assistant.

This absence led the public to speculate that there might be tension between Sophie and Global Pictures Entertainment.

In reality, Nathan was genuinely tied up, but it was because Amber was deliberately keeping him occupied. She was determined not to let Nathan attend the signing and show his support for Sophie.

At Collider Scope Entertainment, Noah sat in his office, glued to the live broadcast. On screen, Sophie appeared serene and elegant, yet undeniably captivating.

As the contract signing ceremony wrapped up, Noah pressed the intercom to call his assistant.

"This afternoon, make sure four bodyguards are assigned to protect Sophie until she gets on the plane," he instructed.

"Yes, sir," the assistant replied promptly.

Noah understood that while the brand ambassador deal seemed straightforward and smooth on the surface, there were turbulent waters lurking beneath.