Rural Belle & Three Heirs

Grant sat in his office, staring at the picture Chloe had sent him-a playful kissy face. A sweet warmth spread through his chest.

He grinned at Chloe's profile picture.

Just then, Stanley knocked and entered to give a work update.

After discussing business, Stanley brought up Chloe's new company. "Hey, Mr. Martin, looks like Miss Davis's company is up and running. I heard they were getting a meeting with Mr. Larson tonight to talk about a potential collaboration."

Grant's brow furrowed at the mention of Travis. He closed his phone and set it on his desk.

"Travis Larson?"

"Yeah, that's the guy."

"Isn't his reputation kinda sketchy?" Grant asked, his expression serious.

Stanley nodded. "Yeah, it is. Mr. Michael Martin had a run-in with him a few years back."

Grant remembered the incident.

A few years ago, when Michael had just started college, he already had a keen interest

in acting. At that time, a production crew was looking to cast supporting actors, and Michael boldly took his resume and went straight to them.

Due to his striking appearance, Michael was noticed by the assistant director, who then introduced him to Travis, the head director at the time. When Travis saw the young and inexperienced Michael, he harbored inappropriate thoughts.

Under the pretext of discussing the script, Travis coaxed Michael into his room. Initially, they did talk about the script, but it wasn't long before Travis started making physical advances towards Michael. Though Michael was quite naive, he instantly realized Travis's intentions-Travis was clearly homosexual and had malicious designs on him. At first, Michael tried to defuse the situation with polite words, hoping to seize a moment to escape from Travis's clutches. However, he underestimated Travis's determination and shamelessness. Instead of backing off, Travis increased his threatening tactics to force Michael into submission, making the situation increasingly dire and terrifying.

Michael, young and hot-headed, wasn't about to be humiliated. He grabbed a chair and beat Travis, breaking one of his legs.

Travis called the police, accusing Michael of assault, and even tried to blacklist him in the industry.

Michael, still a student, couldn't handle the situation alone and sought Grant's help.

Grant assigned Stanley to handle the situation and gave Travis a severe beating. In the aftermath, the matter was settled when Travis compensated Michael with two hundred million dollars.

To protect Michael's future career, the Martin family kept the incident under wraps, silencing the media.

After a few years of laying low, Travis made a comeback, producing several successful shows and launching new talents. While his talent was recognized, his sordid past remained hidden.

Grant grew concerned about Chloe's company working with Travis. Chloe was so innocent-what if Travis tried to take advantage of her?noveldrama

Thinking about this, Grant could no longer remain calm. He said to Stanley, "I have nothing planned for tonight. Chloe will send me the location of their dinner soon. You book a room next door as well. In case anything happens, we can step in."

Stanley nodded. "Got it, Mr. Martin. I'll handle it."

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That evening, Chloe and her team arrived at the restaurant for their meeting with Travis.

They waited nearly an hour before Travis finally showed up, entering the private room with a warm demeanor, greeting everyone enthusiastically.

"Miss Davis, Ms. Jenkins, Philip... right? Floyd... nice to meet you..."

Travis shook hands with everyone. His friendly attitude made it hard for Chloe and Zara to be anything but polite.

When it was time to sit, Zara and Chloe were supposed to sit on either side of Travis, but he suggested Floyd sit next to him instead.

"This young man has great potential for reality TV. He's not only handsome but also has a natural feel for it," he explained.

"I don't know if you all noticed, but when he stood next to me this morning, it made it very easy for me to feel a sense of familiarity with him. Once a director feels a sense of familiarity with an actor they're going to work with, it means that the collaboration will be very smooth in the future.

So, Miss Davis, Ms. Jenkins, let him sit next to me so I can get to know my future star better."

Reluctantly, they agreed, and Floyd took the seat next to Travis.

At first, Travis was courteous, discussing business over dinner and drinks. But after a few rounds, he started getting inappropriate.

He held Floyd's hand, slurring compliments. "Floyd, your name is great. I can see you becoming a big star.

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Your skin is so smooth, and your proportions are perfect for the camera.

Let me see your hand..."

Travis held Floyd's hand with one hand while gently stroking it with the other. Everyone present was perceptive enough to understand exactly what Travis meant.

Chloe was furious, and even the usually calm Zara was losing her patience.

Philip, sitting next to Zara, whispered, "What's this guy's deal? Is he trying to take advantage of Floyd?

If the industry is full of people like him, we should cancel the contract. Zara, I'm straight. I like women. I'm worried this guy might come after me next." Philip shuddered.

Zara tried to keep everyone calm, but as Travis's behavior escalated, Chloe couldn't take it anymore. She grabbed her wine glass, ready to throw it in Travis's face.

Chloe believed in dealing with bullies head-on. They had wondered why Travis, who initially dismissed their small company, suddenly wanted to collaborate.

It turned out he was after Floyd.

That damn man had sinister intentions, using his reputation to prey on the vulnerable. People like him deserved a harsh lesson.