Chapter 251

Lilian was a bundle of nerves as she went to Daniela's room. "Daniela, Cedric has been behaving rather oddly lately."

Daniela was engrossed in her puzzle, hardly looking up as she mirrored Ryan's earlier dismissive tone."Oh,really?"

Liflian grasped Daniela's hand. "Seriously, don't brush this off. Men either simmer in silence or erupt without warning. I think he's teetering on the edge, about to lose it!"

It was the first time Daniela had encountered such a colorful portrayal. She burst into laughter, unable to contain herself.

Lillian squinted with a hint of mischief. "Daniela, I suspect his eccentricity stems from his long, unsuccessful campaign to win your heart."

Meanwhile, downstairs, Cedric was channel surfing, unimpressed by the offerings. His gaze drifted upstairs,restless. No television drama could hold a candle to the intrigue of observing Daniela.

Shirley approached with a bottle of juice, leaning in to subtly showcase her figure. "It's sweltering today.Have some juice."

Cedric barely acknowledged her, nudging her aside with the remote. "You're blocking the view!"

Shirley's grip on the bottle tightened.

Was Cedric even interested in women?

He just passed up a golden opportunity.

Or perhaps his interests lay elsewhere?

Shirley studied Cedric's chiseled features. A sudden realization dawned on her, widening her eyes in shock.

She turned incredulously to glance at Ryan sitting nearby.

Could it be that Cedric preferred Ryan?

Shirley's voice wavered. "What do you think of Ryan?"

Cedric glanced at her, reading her like an open book. After a brief pause,he nodded."He's great," he affirmed, giving Ryan's leg a casual pat. Ryan remained oblivious, but Shirley's world seemed to crumble.

"Do you like men?" Shirley lowered her voice.

"That's right," Cedric responded without missing a beat. But in truth, his heart yearned for women, Daniela in particular.

Shirley's face turned pale and she forced a smile. "Alright then. I'll keep your secret."

"Good. I hold a high position, and discretion is paramount. It could impact my business."

Shirley nodded. "Okay, thank you for trusting me! I promise I won't tell a soul!"

Cedric nodded internally, adding silently,"Thanks."

Shirley's mind was abuzz.

It took her a moment to find her footing, moving with awkward haste.

Soon after, she hastily gathered her belongings and departed, leaving Katrina confused and perplexed.

What was going on?

Why the sudden exit?

Katrina attempted to intercept her, but Shirley didn't even glance back, rebuking, "Before matchmaking, you should at least get your facts straight. You've wasted so much of my time."

Katrina, puzzled, responded, "What do you mean?" "What do I mean? I mean exactly what I said! I promised not to tell anyone, but now I see why Cedric frequents Daniela's room as if it were his own, and why she trusts him impticitly. Now it all makes sense!"

With that, Shirley stormed off, teaving Katrina standing there, utterly thrown off.

What did she mean?

What was really happening?

What on earth had gone down?

By the time Katrina tried to follow her, Shirley was already out of sight.

Back in the living room, Ryan was doubled over with laughter. "Does Shirley has a brain? What was she even thinking? How could she possibly believe you like me?"

Cedric dealt with the situation silently.

When Katrina reentered the room, her expression stormy, she demanded, "Cedric, what did you say to Shirley? Why did she leave in tears? Did you mistreat her?"

Cedric didn't bother to be polite, turning with a sharp, cold stare. "Do you really think I'm someone to be trampled upon?"

Cedric's gaze was piercing, sending a chill down Katrina's spine.