Khalid's thoughts continued to race as he pondered the possible motives behind Zayn's uncharacteristic silence. "Maybe he's planning to catch me off guard, to humiliate me when I least expect it," he contemplated, his eyes narrowing with suspicion. "Well, I won't let him succeed. I'll stay on guard, ready to face whatever game he's playing."With a resolute determination, Khalid vowed to remain vigilant, his mind set on unraveling the true intentions behind Zayn's surprising behavior. Their tumultuous relationship had always been a battle of wits and dominance, and Khalid refused to be caught off guard this time.Zayn's disregard for Khalid's presence stung deeply, as if he were merely invisible in his own brother's eyes. The sense of avoidance fueled Khalid's frustration, causing his eyes to darken further with a mixture of hurt and anger. "How could I accept being treated this way?"The vivid memory of the headlines he had come across earlier flashed in Khalid's mind, intensifyin

Zayn leaned forward, his curiosity piqued. "Go on, Mom. I'm all ears," he encouraged, his genuine interest shining through.Layla took a deep breath, gathering her thoughts before speaking. "Zayn, my love, I've been observing your journey, your remarkable achievements, and I can't help but wonder about the path you're on," she began, her voice filled with a mixture of pride and excitement. "There's something stirring within me, a sense that there's more to your destiny than meets the eye."Zayn became curious, his eyes fixed on Layla's face. "What do you mean, Mom? Are you trying to say that there's a greater purpose awaiting me?" he asked, his voice laced with anticipation.Layla nodded, a gentle smile gracing her lips. "Yes, my son. I believe there's a world of possibilities that lie ahead for you. And I want to be there by your side, supporting you every step of the way," she said trying to lay a good foundation for what she really had in mind, her words filled with unwavering fa

As Zayn stepped into a grand hall, his eyes widened in awe at the beauty that surrounded him.The air was filled with the murmurs of conversations and the clinking of glasses, as the room brimmed with socialites and influential individuals seeking to forge new business connections."Wow, this place is incredible," Zayn marveled, taking in the extravagant surroundings. "I've never been in such a glamorous setting before."His face frowned slightly, a tinge of disappointment flickering across his eyes as he scanned the room. "Hmm, not too many familiar faces here," Zayn thought, his gaze searching for any familiar acquaintances. "I was hoping to see some familiar faces, but it seems like I'll have to navigate this crowd on my own."He followed closely behind Khalid and a group of men whose identities were unknown to him, his curiosity piqued as he wondered who these individuals were and what roles they played in the business world."Khalid seems to know these people," Zayn observed, hi

As the crowd's excitement grew, the auctioneer began the bidding process, setting a modest starting price for the rare item. The room buzzed with anticipation, bidders eagerly raising their paddles, their determination evident in their eyes.Zayn, caught up in the electric atmosphere, couldn't help but feel the thrill of the moment. "This is truly an extraordinary find," he whispered to himself, his voice laced with a mixture of awe and intrigue.With a flourish, the auctioneer raised the rare object for all to see. It was a peculiar item, shrouded in mystery and seemingly out of place amidst the luxurious offerings that had graced the auction thus far. The audience murmured in confusion, their eyes darting from one another to the peculiar item being presented.Just as whispers continued to circulate, the auctioneer's voice reverberated through the hall once again. "We start the bidding at 1000 AED," he declared, his words punctuating the air with arousal of interest.Zayn's thoughts

The chauffeur skillfully navigated the streets, swiftly bringing Zayn and his loyal bodyguards to the grand entrance of ADX.The car came to a halt and as Zayn stepped out of the car, he took a moment to survey the surroundings. Then, the car immediately zoomed off. The employees who had gathered to receive him caught his attention, and a thought crossed his mind. "They seem eager to see me. I hope my absence hasn't caused too much disruption," he silently reflected, contemplating the impact of his temporary departure on the company and its workforce.As Zayn made his way through the bustling hallways of ADX, he was met with warm smiles and enthusiastic greetings from the employees. "Welcome back, Sir! It's great to see you again," one employee exclaimed, her voice filled with genuine excitement. Another chimed in, "We've been counting down the days until your return. It's been quite different without you here!"Zayn returned their greetings with a nod and a gracious smile, apprecia