Stella Sterling and Roman Rhodes returned to the living room, side by side.
Ryan Rhodes's gaze fell upon Stella Sterling. "Roman, who is this?"
He had noticed the strikingly beautiful Stella Sterling earlier when Leah came in.
He had assumed she was his daughter's friend from the mainland.
But now, seeing the subtle intimacy and affection between her and Roman, he was naturally suspicious.
"Stella Sterling, my girlfriend."
"Girlfriend?!"
Ryan Rhodes was utterly shocked by the man's straightforward announcement.
Perhaps realizing he had lost his composure, he reined in his astonishment and extended a hand warmly. "Hello, Miss Sterling."
He spoke in Cantonese.
So Stella responded in brief Cantonese, "Hello."
She didn't even use a respectful address like 'Mr. Rhodes'.
Ryan Rhodes gave Stella Sterling a few subtle glances.
Then, he stated the outcome of his discussion with Leah Rhodes.
Stella remained silent the entire time.
