Supreme Mars novel Chapter 64

"Cedric Reyes. 24. The second eldest son of Thomas Reyes, the chairman of Julton Pharmaceutical," Nadine recited Cedric's bio as she drove. “After Eddie Reyes, Thomas' eldest son, was crippled, Thomas placed all of his hopes on Cedric. He is currently studying in Emerdale University, and he's definitely no saint." Nadine paused for a beat. "He's done many unsavory things, but has never been caught due to his powerful background."

As they drove, Nadine continued to list out all the things Cedric had done. The level of detail in Nadine's report shook Marie to the core.

How could anyone uncover so many details about a person in such a short amount of time? She was even able to list out all of Cedric's crimes by year!

Marie stole a glance at Nadine. What on earth did she do for a living? Was she a CIA agent or something?

More importantly, how did Leo know such a woman?

Did Lydia know?

A barrage of questions about Leo assaulted Marie's mind.

Contempt and disdain no longer filled Marie's eyes as she looked at Leo now. Instead, her eyes were filled with awe, curiosity, and... even a little bit of admiration.

Little did Marie know that at that moment, her heart had begun to yearn for the man that was Leo Cohen.

Leo's soft chuckled filled the interior of the Rolls-Royce. "Thomas Reyes is a respectable man. But his two sons are nothing but useless scum who are dead-set on ruining his reputation."

Leo reclined in his seat and mused on the follies of Thomas Reyes' sons. His eldest son, Eddie Reyes, had gotten into trouble after he tried to flirt with Kate Lawson. Kate didn't approve of his advances and ordered her men to cripple the guy—and also ruin his testicles. And now Cedric had gotten into trouble with Leo.

The days of Julton Pharmaceutical were numbered.

Leo's ringtone sounded right then.

Leo glanced at his phone and was surprised to see Lydia's name plastered on the screen.

This was the first time Lydia had ever called Leo.

"Hello? Lydia?"

Leo's demeanor changed the moment he picked up the phone. Gone was his dark and terrifying expression; and in its place was the expression of a man in love.

"It's late. Why aren't you home yet?"

Lydia's tone was as cold as ever, though Leo could hear the subtle longing in her voice.

Leo let out a genuine laugh. "I need to take care of something. I'll be home soon though."

A long silence filled the other end of the line. "Emilia misses you." There was a pause. "You and Marie should come home soon. Emilia's bed time is at 9pm."

"I will."

The call ended with a click.

Leo reclined in his seat again, staring at the dark screen of his phone in silence. A moment later, he raised his gaze and caught Nadine's glance in the rearview mirror. "Please step on it, Nadine. Let's wrap this up by 8.30 p.m., shall we?"

"Yes, sir."

The car surged forward when Nadine pressed her foot on the accelerator.

Marie, who had overheard the conversation between Leo and Lydia, understood why Leo wanted to wrap things up quickly. It was because Emilia had begun to miss her father.

And the fact that Leo had wanted to go home to see Emilia before the girl went to bed warmed Marie's heart.

She opened her mouth to speak, but no sound came out. A moment later, she changed her mind and decided to keep her thoughts to herself.

Nothing else was said for the rest of the journey.

***

Soon, the Rolls-Royce pulled up in front of the Royale Clubhouse. Naturally, a guy like Cedric Reyes wouldn't be staying at the dormitories.

Currently, Cedric was staying in one of the Royale Clubhouse's presidential suites.

Leo and Nadine exited the car. When Marie moved to step out of the car, Leo stopped her. "You need to stay in the car. We won't be long. Give us ten minutes."

"But—"

"No buts."

Leo gave Marie a stern look, hoping that she'd comply.

He didn't want Marie to tag along because he didn't think Marie would be able to stomach the idea of what he was planning to do to Cedric tonight.

Besides, the Rolls-Royce could keep Marie safe. The car was equipped with bulletproof windshields and windows. There were also secret compartments inside to store weapons.

Thankfully, Marie complied without any complaints. After locking the car, Leo and Nadine entered the building.

On the way to the elevator, they were stopped by the young lady at the reception counter.

"Hello. Please show me your membership cards—"