Begging For A Reconciliation

Chapter 433

Chapter 433 Confidant

Han might have an inkling of what would happen when he overheard the conversation between Shawn and Leah. And the latter's reaction only reaffirmed his suspicion.

"Since you want me to step in to help, tell me everything. Not that lying further will be any effective," uttered Han plainly.

Leah composed herself. She looked at Han.

"Please believe me this time." She was planning to tell Hendrik everything but something got in the way. The lack of snide remarks from Han somehow reassured Leah. "Shawn was developing an influenza virus in his lab. He is done with the project now and is waiting for an opportunity to release it. He said he would show me his lab these few days so I want you to give me a geolocator that can go unnoticed."

Leah gave out the details of her plan, seemingly unaware of the danger involved.

"I'm not sure if I should call you brave or dumb," Han snapped back. "How likely do you think you'll succeed? You'll most probably lose your life without making a dent in Shawn's plan."

Han was blunter than usual, almost merciless in his words. Leah couldn't refute at all because Han was being realistic here. But it wasn't like Han was her first choice. It was just that incidentally, Han was Hendrick.

Han's expression softened when Leah showed signs of concession. "This cufflink is a GPS tracker specifically designed for my personal use. The electricity it emits is as minor as human bioelectricity." Copyright by Nôv/elDrama.Org.

Han tore the cufflink and put it on Leah's jacket.

"If the lab has good reception, I can even listen in on the conversation. When you hear something noteworthy, just repeat it."

Leah lifted her right arm. The gold cufflink next to her wrist made her heart skip a beat. She felt... warm. Like when Hendrik showered her with attention. The only difference was that it was Han this time. Leah was startled, and her heart, aflutter.

"Stop spacing out." Han came closer, trying to rouse Leah. But by doing so, the physical distance between them diminished. Their lips almost touched. Surprised, the bashful Leah took a few steps back but she was tripped by the bed behind her. Han reached out to grab Leah but he was dragged by gravity as well. The pair fell on top of each other.

"Tss..." hissed Leah as Han's toned body almost crushed her. "Get up, Han."

Han lay still. He propped himself up slightly with his arms to spare Leah the full brunt of his weight. However, he was unwilling to let go of the marbled body now imprisoned within his embrace. His eyes widened. He felt tingly. His fingers wandered to the tender skin of Leah's cheek. Almost gutturally, Han whispered,

"Leah, I..."

Suddenly, the door flung open. This wasn't what Serena had in mind when she walked into this room with Carlotta.

Carlotta covered her eyes obediently. "Is this why you guys asked for some privacy?"

She didn't even try to make it any less obvious. Leah's face was even redder now. Before she had the chance to explain the situation, Serena interjected,

"And I was worried that you two would argue here. I suppose one can always make up under the sheets. Carry on, please. We'll be back after one... Wait, after two hours."

Serena immediately made herself scarce with Carlotta, even closing the door behind her. She then told all the staff members not to bother the couple upstairs.

"..." Leah was speechless.

How dare you abandon me here, Serena?

All urges within Han dissipated following this sudden event. He got up and helped Leah get back on her feet.

"Relax. It's not like you can run away if I'm in the mood," said Han.

Leah decided to ignore what she heard and changed the topic. "If you know where Shawn's lab is, will you call the police or handle it yourself?"

"You don't need to know. Just go to the lab with him. I'll take care of the rest." Han was as domineering as ever, but somehow Leah found it reassuring.

After the couple settled on which secret codes to use, they left the room. As Leah saw Han's car fade into the rainy backdrop, she felt surreal. If she wasn't mistaken, the exchange just now was one of the few peaceful ones they ever had. To know that just a few days ago, they were arguing over a misunderstanding. And now, they became each other's confidants. And all this was because Hendrik turned out to be Han.

Serena felt relieved too, after noticing that Leah and Han had come up with a plan. "I feel very reassured when I know he got your back."

Carlotta held Leah's hand and spoke like a mini adult. "Stop arguing with Daddy already, Mommy. Finish your task now so that we can all hang out together!"

"I will." Leah gave a small peck on Carlotta's face.

Serena and Carlotta were always there when she needed solace. What more could she ask for in her life? Protecting this safe space of hers was her only mission. And to do that, she had to sabotage Shawn's plan.

On the other hand, Han was supposed to pick up Carlotta back to his place. But one thing led to another and he reconciled with Leah. In the driver's seat, Ben felt ominous when he noticed the ever- smiling face of his superior.

No way. The poker-faced Mr. Howard is capable of getting smitten?

Before Han arrived at his mansion, a shadow dashed out and stood in the car's way.

"Come out, Ethan! We need to talk!"

Ben stomped on the brake pedal. "Boss, Ms. Lancaster is in the way."

"Just drive," replied Han nonchalantly. He was in a great mood today.

Ben couldn't believe what he just heard. He yelled uncharacteristically, "Boss! We can't do that!"