Micah's shoulders droop forward, and he appeared emotionally deflated as he looked at Joy.Suddenly, he lowered his head, as if to avoid making eye contact. He kept clenching and unclenching his jaw.His back curved forward, more and the defeat he felt in that moment was emphasized. It was almost as if he had lost all confidence and he had a desire to make himself appear smaller."What would you like to know?" He finally asked and raised up his head, but avoided making direct eye contact with Joy."I know that a few years ago, Williams Corporation signed a deal with Jasmine's father's company. I would like to know if that deal still stands." Joy said."Yes," Micah stated."What was the nature of the deal?" Joy asked."We didn't really have a solid business deal with them. They simply wanted to use the company name as guarantee whenever they needed to obtain loans from Brown or other societies" he explained."Currently, have they used the company's name to collect any loan?" Joy asked

It was gone. All of it! Joy kept looking at the shelf where she had kept the million dollars Jerry had given her the previous day, and just as she had expected, the money was gone.As her plan unfolds exactly as she anticipated, a wave of exhilaration and satisfaction washes over her. She experiences a profound sense of accomplishment and validation, as the meticulous effort and strategic thinking she invested in crafting her plan have paid off.Joy permeated her being, and her face lights up with an infectious smile that reflects the triumph she feels within. She feels a surge of self-confidence and pride, knowing that her foresight and calculated steps have led to the desired outcome.It reinforces her belief in her abilities and affirms that she possesses the competence to handle the situation on ground. The previous night, she had called Billion and explained her plans to him. At first, he was skeptical, however, he gave her the go ahead.Joy's heart is filled with a profound s

"Good evening everyone" Billion said. He took a moment to scan through the crowd and he was pleased to see the three major families seated where he wanted, in front of him, seeing him clearly."No camera will ever be able to truly capture this moment," Joy muttered.She was watching the three families and their expressions were something she would pay to watch repeatedly if only they could be properly captured. The first family to catch her eyes were the Greys.Grace Grey's face initially displayed surprise, as her eyes widened and her eyebrows raised involuntarily. Her mouth parted slightly, indicating astonishment and disbelief at the unexpected turn of events. As the realization sank in that the person in front of them was the same young man she and her son had humiliated at the gym years back, her expression morphed into a combination of embarrassment and regret. Her eyes darted away momentarily, avoiding direct contact with his gaze, as a wave of guilt washes over her. Line

"Billion" a soft voice called out from behind him.Billion had not gotten up to five feet away from where he was when he heard his name.The voice which called out his name served as a reminder of the past—a bittersweet symphony of emotions stirs within him."Stella." he muttered without turning.A wave of mixed emotions crashed over him, taking him by surprise. A rush of memories flooded his mind, reminding him of the tumultuous times they shared together and the pain she caused him.Initially, his heart skipped a beat, caught off guard by the familiarity of that voice he once knew so well. His body instinctively tensed up. A knot formed in the pit of his stomach, as if the weight of their history resurfaced in an instant.Despite the tumultuous mix of emotions, curiosity and a sense of self-preservation urged him to turn around, to face the woman whose voice still carried a strong recognition within him."Hello Stella." Slowly, Billion pivots on his heels, his eyes meeting hers for

"He's about to leave the premises isn't he?" Joy asked. Her expression shifted from one of elation to a fleeting moment of disappointment. "He is." Billion answered."What do you intend to do? You've already had a really interesting evening.First, it was Xavier and his family. Next, it was Stella. The press conference and now, Micah. Maybe you can talk to him tomorrow?" Joy suggested. Her brows furrowed slightly, and her eyes widened with a tinge of longing. She wished for nothing more than to prolong this fleeting, stolen moment of intimacy and let it linger a little while longer."I think it's better I do it now. I'll let him know that I'm aware of where he is at every point in time.Also, I should inform him of his new occupation as well. And most importantly, he needs to formally meet his new boss." Billion replied."Looks like you still have a lot on your hand, so, I'll leave you to it" she said. With a soft sigh that carried a mixture of longing and understanding, Joy reached