Love beyond the mask (Whitney) novel Chapter 511

"Ludwik, storming in there now is like throwing gasoline on a bonfire!"

Ludwik's eyes blazed with fury. "She's my girl. What right does Bryce have to be all over her?"

Parker was all too familiar with his jealousy and dark, possessive streak. "Do you really think Whitney will be happy to see you right now? Are you sure you want to push her over the edge? Ludwik, think about it... What's the rush? She's falling apart, with no one there for her. Look, I'll get in touch with Tiana or maybe Sandy. For now, come with me!"

Parker forcibly dragged him away. Ludwik radiated an icy chill. Felix quickly bought two bottles of water, handing them to the two men in the hallway.

Inside the room—

Bryce had already caught the faint noises at the door, his lips curling slightly, unnoticed. Whitney managed to compose herself slightly and quickly let go of Bryce, feeling the awkwardness. She coldly wiped away her tears and changed the subject, "Bryce, I'm sorry, I couldn't secure the golf course land."

Bryce sat down. "Ludwik giving you a hard time, huh?"

She didn't answer, her expression frosty. "Has the Lutz Group finished relocating? What's your plan? Land in Emperor City is ridiculously expensive."

Whitney asked with regret in her voice. "Don't worry, I've got my eye on a much better piece of land, and it's almost in the bag."

Whitney looked up. "Where?"

Bryce narrowed his eyes slightly. "Right next to the Lippert Group, behind the central plaza near the CBD. There's this abandoned building there. A little cleanup, and it’s prime real estate. The Lutz Group setting up there would be perfect. Remember it?"

The CBD land in Emperor City was worth its weight in gold, and Whitney had heard about that abandoned building, left to rot for over a decade. Bryce managing to acquire it? Whitney was impressed. "The Lutz Group's financial power is leagues above Skye Gem Ltd. You're incredible, snagging that piece of land everyone's had their eyes on. I had no idea you had a backup plan."

Bryce's gaze flickered, keeping how he acquired the abandoned building to himself. Someone had helped him, and why wouldn't he accept? He placed his hand on Whitney's. "Once I refurbish the building, the Lutz Group moves in, and your Skye Gem Ltd. should join us! It's a more fitting location for a jewelry company than a golf course."

Whitney knew it was better. But she hesitated, owing Bryce even more. "It's okay, I can take my time, the factory doesn't need a prime location," Whitney responded.

Bryce thought to himself, smiling. "Whitney, you need to think about your situation in Emperor City. Ludwik's engaged to Florence. And with your father like this... Honestly, us looking out for each other in Emperor City is the best scenario your uncle could've hoped for. Why not accept me?"

Whitney felt vulnerable at that moment. Learning of Sammy's kidnapping by Florence and Ludwik's indifferent engagement had shattered her. Was she to struggle alone foolishly? Changing her tone, she looked down. "Bryce, can you give me some time to think?"

Bryce teased. "Thinking about accepting me? Or moving Skye Gem Ltd. to my new property?"

Whitney couldn't respond. He smiled. "Of course, I hope it's the former. But once you agree to the latter, I believe the former will eventually happen. Everything will get better, Whitney. Don't be sad."