The Hidden Empress Stripping Her Secrets After Divorce novel Chapter 104

Watching Lyra's desperate attempt to mask her panic as she disappeared through the door, the man leaning against the wall let a faint, almost mocking smirk touch his lips. He adjusted his cuffs, turned, and strode down the opposite end of the corridor, vanishing into the dim lights.

His silent footsteps quickly blended into the shadows.

The Zenith held many hidden depths. The man expertly navigated past a towering potted plant and pressed his fingers casually against the grain of a wooden panel. With a soft click, the panel slid silently inward, revealing a gap just wide enough for one person. He slipped through, and the wall sealed shut behind him.

Beyond the door lay a short, dimly lit hallway ending at a heavy, solid wood door.

He pushed it open and stepped inside.

The room stood in stark contrast to the elegant luxury of the restaurant outside. The space was small, its decor stripped down to a cold, minimalist edge. Dark gray walls, deep hardwood floors, and recessed lighting that cast a stark, unfeeling white glow. The only furniture was a black leather sofa and a sleek metal coffee table.

A man sat on the sofa.

He appeared to be in his late twenties, dressed in a sharply tailored navy velvet jacket left unbuttoned over a simple white t-shirt. He lounged casually, one arm draped over the backrest, the other holding a crystal tulip glass filled with dark red wine.

His eyes were downcast, seemingly mesmerized by the swirling liquid, lost in thought. The overhead light illuminated his sharp profile.

It was an exceptionally striking face.

A razor-sharp jawline, a strong nose, and thin lips currently pressed into a cold, indifferent line. His most captivating feature was his eyes—dark and piercing. When he looked at someone, his gaze was remarkably still, betraying no emotion, yet possessing a commanding authority and an imposing aura of total control that far exceeded his years. His hair was cropped short and clean, giving him a unique blend of effortless grace and predatory sharpness.

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