The Hidden Empress Stripping Her Secrets After Divorce novel Chapter 486

The capital's international airport, Terminal 3.

The afternoon sunlight spilled through the glass walls, bathing the arrivals hall in a bright glow. Julian St. Claire wheeled his suitcase out of the exit. Just as he took off his sunglasses, he spotted a familiar figure standing by a pillar. It wasn't the person coming to pick him up. It was Miles. Christian Lancaster's assistant. Miles saw him and walked over, his face devoid of emotion.

"Mr. St. Claire, Mr. Lancaster invites you to his car."

Julian followed his gaze. A black Maybach was parked in the temporary drop-off zone, its windows rolled up, hiding the interior. His brow twitched slightly, but he didn't panic. He had been a lawyer for years; he had seen every kind of situation.

"I already have a ride," his voice was completely even.

Miles didn't step aside. "Mr. St. Claire, Mr. Lancaster said you wouldn't disappoint him."

Julian stared at him for two seconds. Then he smiled, a faint expression devoid of warmth. He pulled out his phone and dialed a number. "Hey, you can head back first. Something came up on my end." The person on the other line replied, he murmured an agreement, and hung up.

"Let's go," he said to Miles.

Miles stepped aside and led the way. Julian trailed behind with his suitcase, his pace steady. The sunlight washed over him, stretching his shadow long across the floor. He got into the car, and the door shut. The vehicle slowly pulled away from the airport.

Christian sat on the other side of the back seat, wearing a dark gray coat. His face held no expression, but his eyes were as cold as winter wind. He looked out the window, completely ignoring Julian.