Chapter 446

Adrian spotted the approaching man and smoothly slipped his tablet into his backpack.

He removed his sunglasses, revealing wide, golden eyes that gleamed like a tiger's. "Hello, sir! Nice to meet you!"

The guard's stern expression melted instantly. "Oh, what a polite young man!"

Adrian knew his innocent face was his greatest weapon. Few could resist it.

He blinked deliberately, letting his lashes flutter. "I'm waiting for my dad to finish work. It's so boring out here... all I can do is play games alone."

The guard's heart clenched. "That's unacceptable! Who's your father? Leaving a child unattended is irresponsible!"

Adrian sighed dramatically, pressing his fingertips together. "Daddy's very busy. I wish someone could take me to him..."

He ducked his head, feigning resignation. "But H Group is huge. A kid like me would never be allowed inside. If a bad person comes, I'll just run fast. Don't worry about me, sir."

The guard hesitated. Blackwood Group had strict security protocols.

Yet those pitiful eyes undid him. He grabbed Adrian's small hand. "You're too precious to leave outside. I'll take you to the lounge."

Adrian beamed. "You're so kind! I'll tell Daddy to give you a raise!"

The guard chuckled. "Generous little thing. Who is your father? The security chief? Or... Mr. Blackwood?"

His joking tone faded as he studied Adrian's face. The resemblance was uncanny.

"Wait... you look exactly like a mini Mr. Blackwood. Don't tell me you're his—"

Adrian shook his head quickly. "Who's Mr. Blackwood? My dad just works here."

"Right." The guard relaxed. "If you were his son, you'd have bodyguards. Come on, let's get you inside."

With the guard's escort, Adrian strolled into Blackwood Group unimpeded.

Simultaneously, his hacking program infiltrated every department.

The entire building was now his playground.

"Wait here, kiddo. I'll get you some snacks."