Back to the Past: Breaking the Love Spell



Chapter 687

"Aurora Holdings doesn't represent all of its subsidiaries. Each company is an independent entity with its own culture and spirit," Carlisle explained.

"Take Alumni Network, for example. It now has eight million registered users and owes its success to the support of college students.

"Many of these students' hometowns may be affected by the cold wave, so it is our responsibility to act and contribute to disaster relief."

In truth, he would've pushed for Alumni Network to donate even without the charity dinner. Dragonaire Studio was not yet profitable, but Alumni Network was in the spotlight. If they didn't contribute during the disaster, it would surely be used against them.

Shania was stunned but quickly raised her wine glass in appreciation.

"Well said. To social responsibility!"

Carlisle and Shania clinked glasses before taking a sip. Shania looked modest in her slit dress, but she drank boldly as she downed half a glass of red wine in one gulp. It was a shocking contrast.

As the evening continued, Carlisle got into a discussion with Shania and Nathan about Holly Fisheries. Gareth, however, kept his eyes on Luna as he sipped his wine.

He wondered why Luna was at the charity dinner. He thought her provocative outfit seemed out of place.

"Excuse me, miss... May I have the pleasure of meeting you?"

Suddenly, a handsome young man approached Luna with a glass of wine. She looked up and found him rather dashing-reminiscent of an actor.

She nodded and said, "Sure. I'm Luna Brooke, a student at Riverland University."noveldrama

The young man smiled as he handed Luna a business card.

"I'm Tobias Cavill, chairman of Riverland's Cavill Limited. Here's my card."

"N-nice to meet you!"

Luna accepted the card and then turned to Queenie.

"Queenie, have you heard of Cavill Limited?"

"Zachary mentioned it before. It's a company that makes single-player games. They were responsible for titles like 'Martial Heroes' and 'Golden Legends'. You played those games with me at the internet cafe, remember?"

Queenie then raised her glass at Tobias.

"Mr. Cavill is quite impressive. With just those two games, he captured the hearts of many fans and earned a billion in just four years."

"The journey has been full of hardships."

Tobias clinked glasses with Queenie, a hint of melancholy in his eyes. Luna smiled.

"There are bound to be hardships in business, but at least you succeeded. Many entrepreneurs work hard for years and still fail!"

"You're right," he agreed.

"Becoming your friend seems like the right choice."

"O-oh? We're friends already?" Luna stammered.

Tobias teased, "Am I unworthy of your friendship?"

"No, no. That's not what I meant."

"Of course you aren't."

Just then, a deep voice came from behind Luna. She turned around to meet Gareth's eyes. Luna felt a shiver run down her spine.

"Mr. Spencer..."

Gareth walked up to Luna, his eyes fixed on Tobias.

"Do you really think you're impressive just because you have some money?"

Tobias raised an eyebrow and replied calmly, "In 2003, I was named one of Riverland's top ten outstanding youths. Isn't that impressive enough?"

"And what about 2004?"

Gareth smirked. He had been in Yorksle's Top Ten Outstanding Youth for three years in a row without bragging about it, so he didn't understand why Tobias was so full of himself. "In 2004, I was listed as the 15th richest youth in Riverland!" Tobias said confidently.

"You still haven't told me who you are."

"And I never will," Gareth said flatly, then dragged Luna back to his table.

Tobias's eyes darkened.

"Do you know him?"

"Yeah..."

"Who is he?"

"He's with Aurora Holdings."

Queenie didn't mention Gareth's true identity. After all, Gareth's Scarlet Corporation had collapsed, and bringing that up would only give Tobias more ammunition for his ridicule. Moreover, Queenie was reluctant to reveal Gareth's other role.

"So this is how Aurora Holdings treats its people?" Tobias scoffed before turning on his heel and walking away.