Supreme Mars

"Cedric Reyes. 24. The second eldest son of Thomas Reyes, the chairman of Julton Pharmaceutical," Nadine recited Cedric's bio as she drove. “After Eddie Reyes, Thomas' eldest son, was crippled, Thomas placed all of his hopes on Cedric. He is currently studying in Emerdale University, and he's definitely no saint." Nadine paused for a beat. "He's done many unsavory things, but has never been caught due to his powerful background."

As they drove, Nadine continued to list out all the things Cedric had done. The level of detail in Nadine's report shook Marie to the core.

How could anyone uncover so many details about a person in such a short amount of time? She was even able to list out all of Cedric's crimes by year!

Marie stole a glance at Nadine. What on earth did she do for a living? Was she a CIA agent or something?

More importantly, how did Leo know such a woman?

Did Lydia know?

A barrage of questions about Leo assaulted Marie's mind.

Contempt and disdain no longer filled Marie's eyes as she looked at Leo now. Instead, her eyes were filled with awe, curiosity, and... even a little bit of admiration.

Little did Marie know that at that moment, her heart had begun to yearn for the man that was Leo Cohen.

Leo's soft chuckled filled the interior of the Rolls-Royce. "Thomas Reyes is a respectable man. But his two sons are nothing but useless scum who are dead-set on ruining his reputation."

Leo reclined in his seat and mused on the follies of Thomas Reyes' sons. His eldest son, Eddie Reyes, had gotten into trouble after he tried to flirt with Kate Lawson. Kate didn't approve of his advances and ordered her men to cripple the guy—and also ruin his testicles. And now Cedric had gotten into trouble with Leo.

The days of Julton Pharmaceutical were numbered.

Leo's ringtone sounded right then.

Leo glanced at his phone and was surprised to see Lydia's name plastered on the screen.

This was the first time Lydia had ever called Leo.

"Hello? Lydia?"

Leo's demeanor changed the moment he picked up the phone. Gone was his dark and terrifying expression; and in its place was the expression of a man in love.

"It's late. Why aren't you home yet?"

Lydia's tone was as cold as ever, though Leo could hear the subtle longing in her voice.

Leo let out a genuine laugh. "I need to take care of something. I'll be home soon though."

A long silence filled the other end of the line. "Emilia misses you." There was a pause. "You and Marie should come home soon. Emilia's bed time is at 9pm."

"I will."

ended

of his phone in silence. A moment later, he raised his gaze and caught Nadine's glance in the rearview mirror. "Please step on it, Nadine. Let's

"Yes, sir."

Nadine pressed her foot on

who had overheard the conversation between Leo and Lydia, understood why Leo wanted to wrap things up

fact that Leo had wanted to go home to see Emilia before the girl went

sound came out. A moment later, she changed her mind and

said for the rest

***

the Royale Clubhouse. Naturally, a guy like Cedric Reyes

staying in one of

of the car, Leo stopped her. "You

"But—"

"No buts."

stern look, hoping

think Marie would be able to stomach the idea of what he was planning

the Rolls-Royce could keep Marie safe. The car was equipped with bulletproof windshields and windows. There were also secret compartments inside

complied without any complaints. After locking

the elevator, they were stopped by the young lady at the

me your membership

strode past the woman without sparing

"Wait! Sir—"

lips when Nadine suddenly turned around and shot

our way if

flinched and followed Leo and Nadine with her gaze until they both entered the

29th floor, a handsome young man clads in

various kinky toys: a flogger; a leather whip; ropes; and a pair

"Why isn't she here

watch, the look

The beautiful woman giggled. "Don't you like my

his arms. "Though you seem like the type who has seen too much action. I prefer women

on Cedric's chest. "Are you sure

look. "You and that young

"I guess we'll see about that, then," she grumbled. "You make it sound like she's

into laughter. "You'll find out

arms. "I know you're not exactly happy about this arrangement... Well, how about this? Once the girl gets here, I'll give you the flogger." Cedric smirked. "You can rough her

into a grin. "You're so nice to me,