Oops My Toyboy Is A Hidden Tycoon novel Chapter 174

Chapter 174 

After Cynthia left, Jonathan stayed on the grass for what felt like ages. By the time Cynthia returned, the horizon was starting to glow with the approaching dawn. Sleep had long abandoned her. 

Instead of going into her tent, she perched on a large rock by the sea, gazing out at the vast, misty grayness. The waves lapped at her toes, their foamy touch tickling her feet before receding. 

The sea was as still as a pond, much like Cynthia’s recent mood. But now, it seemed something had stirred up that calm surface. 

“Men, so annoying,” Cynthia muttered, raking a hand through her hair. Suddenly, she felt the rock shift as someone sat down next to her. She looked over to find Preston. 

“Hey,” she said, surprised. “Aren’t you asleep yet?” 

“Nah, I woke up and figured I’d take a walk,” Preston replied. “What are you doing up?” 

Cynthia kept her eyes on the endless sea. “Just waiting for the sun to rise,” she said, her voice flat. 

Preston nodded. “Mind if I join you?” 

Cynthia frowned but didn’t object. She’d decided to cut ties with Preston and Jonathan once the show was over. It wasn’t time to end things up now. 

“Preston, why do you like me?” Cynthia asked suddenly. 

Preston seemed taken aback. It was the first time Cynthia had asked such a question and also the first time she recognized his feelings. “I guess I fell for you the moment I saw you, Cynthia,” he said, a smile in his voice. 

“First sight? More like you were just taken with my looks,” she teased. 

Preston didn’t argue. “Well, you are really beautiful,” he admitted, his gaze bright. 

Cynthia glanced at him, noting the sparkle in his eyes. She felt annoyed and then turned away, her tone carrying a hint of something more. 

Cynthia said calmly, “Preston, you’re young. You don’t know real love yet. With your charm and energy, you’ll find someone way better than me someday.” 

Preston grumbled, “Are you trying to give me the ‘nice guy‘ speech?” 

Cynthia chuckled. “No way. I’ve never even seen you as a man.” 

“I am an adult, you know. Maybe it’s because I look too young, and you don’t see me that way?” Preston said, unconvinced. “You can’t judge by appearances.” 

With that, Preston moved closer to Cynthia, crouching down to meet her gaze. “Cynthia, Hike you. Give me a chance. If you don’t go for the younger look, I can pull off more mature,” he said, flexing his biceps for emphasis. 

Cynthia kicked him playfully. “Scram! I’m not into you, not even a little.” 

Caught off guard, Preston tumbled onto the sand. He dusted himself off, a little dejected, and plopped back down next to her. “Am I that awful?” 

“You’re not awful, just not my type,” Cynthia replied. 

“Then who is? Someone like my uncle?” Preston ventured. 

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Chapter 174 

Cynthia turned to him, surprise written all over her face. She thought to herself, ‘Did Preston figure it out?’ 

Preston seemed to read her mind. “Uncle Jonathan told me you two used to be together,” he said, a hint of disappointment 

in his voice. 

Since the cat was out of the bag, Cynthia saw no point in hiding it. “Yeah, your uncle and I were together for three years, but we’re history now.” 

“If you’re single, why can’t I chase you?” Preston asked. 

Cynthia was firm. “Preston, I just don’t feel that way about you.” 

Preston pressed on. “Haven’t you noticed we look alike? I can change my hair, dress like him, and even act like him. If that bossy CEO vibe is what you’re into, I can be just like Uncle Jonathan.” 

Cynthia shook her head. “No matter how much you change, you’re not him. You’re just copying him.” 

Feeling a bit disheartened, Preston asked, “So, do you still have feelings for my uncle?” 

“Yes,” Cynthia said without hesitation. “I love him.” 

Preston was taken aback, recalling how he’d asked his uncle the same question the night before. Their answers were identical. Love was a whole different ball game from liking someone. 

Preston fell silent, gazing out at the vast ocean. His voice seemed to be deeper. “If you love him, why’d you break up?” 

Cynthia was evasive. “Some things are none of a kid’s business.” 

Of course, Cynthia couldn’t say it involved too many people, even Whitney. Jonathan had said before that Preston was a kid living in the sunshine. Those dark, damp secrets were not for him to see.