The woman had been planning to patiently explain things to Tiana, but she suddenly spotted Leo Joyce about to leave through the main gate. With a helpless sigh, she shoved a business card into Tiana’s hand. "It’s really not me. But if you need anything, feel free to call."

With that, she turned and ran off.

Tiana stared at the business card in her hand, stunned for a moment. By the time she snapped out of it, Amelia was already far away, but Tiana was about to chase after her again. ’I don’t believe a word she said. How could it *not* be her? I’m sure I’m not mistaken.’

But just then, Leo Joyce’s voice called out, "Tiana, I couldn’t find you anywhere. What are you doing out here by yourself?"

"Leo, I just saw Amelia," Tiana said urgently, jogging over to him while holding up the hem of her dress.

Leo Joyce’s expression grew cold. "What nonsense are you talking about?" he said, his voice laced with displeasure.

"I’m not talking nonsense! I really saw Amelia! Look, here’s her business card." Tiana handed the card to Leo Joyce as she spoke.

Leo Joyce looked at the card. Seeing the word "Intern" next to the name "Celia Osborne," his handsome brows furrowed slightly. "Celia Osborne?"

"Yes. She said her name is Celia Osborne, but she has to be Amelia. I’m positive it was her."

"Tiana, are you running a fever?" Leo Joyce’s own mind was in turmoil, but he feigned a casual air as he reached out to feel Tiana’s forehead.

"Leo Joyce, you have to believe me! I really did see Amelia! I swear I’m not lying to you!" Seeing that he still didn’t believe her, Tiana raised her hand as if to make an oath.

Seeing her so flustered, Leo Joyce’s heart softened. He reached out, gently pulled her hand down, and held it tightly in his own. "Silly girl," he said softly, "I do believe you." ’Knowing Tiana’s personality, she would never react this way unless she had seen a woman who looked exactly like Amelia Avery. So, he believed Tiana. He just couldn’t believe that Amelia was still alive...’

Tiana Grayson’s cheeks flushed an embarrassing shade of red at his words. She lowered her head, a hint of sadness in her eyes, and asked in a small voice, "If Amelia really came back... would you get together with her?"

"I would," Leo Joyce blurted out without a second thought.

Tiana’s heart plummeted, and an overwhelming sense of loss washed over her. Still, she forced herself to sound composed and cheerful. "Oh. Well, congratulations, then."

"Congratulate me?" Leo Joyce frowned, his gaze turning cold as he looked at Tiana. "Why would you congratulate me?"

"For finally finding Amelia after waiting all these years. I’m very happy for you two."

Hearing her words and seeing the awkward, pained look on her face, Leo Joyce felt an inexplicable wave of irritation. He reached out, yanked Tiana into his arms, and pressed her body flush against his. He looked down at her blushing face and snapped coldly, "You foolish woman!" The moment the words left his lips, he cupped the back of her head and crushed his mouth to hers without another word.

"Mmph—" Kissed so suddenly, Tiana’s eyes flew wide with shock. She began to beat against Leo Joyce’s chest with both hands.

But the more she struggled, the more domineering his kiss became, giving her no room to refuse. Eventually, Tiana could no longer fight back, and her body went limp.

Leo Joyce held her tightly, finally breaking the kiss. He looked down at her bashful expression and smiled with satisfaction. "See if you dare to spout such nonsense again."

「Austerra」

A woman sat on the edge of a desk in the CEO’s office of X Group, her fingers drumming impatiently on the surface. "Well?" she said in a chillingly cold voice. "Is it a go, or not?"