"It must be Mr. Wright, Sire," Arthur says, staring at Jordan for his next order."Let him in."Arthur nods and calls out, "Come in."The door opens, and indeed, Benjamin walks in, his steps hesitant as if he is afraid to tread too forcefully. Arthur is merely the President of the company. His office is on the floor below this so he doesn't understand why he would call him over to the chairman's office. He is overwhelmed by the fear of the unknown.He swallows a lump of spittle as he glances around the office, his mouth watering at the sight. It's his first time in the chairman's office and he can't help admiring every bit of it. The office really lives up to its name."Are you here solely to admire the office?"At that sudden question, Benjamin snaps out of his trance, his gaze dropping to Arthur. "My apologies, President," he stammers in embarrassment. "You sent for..." His words catch in his throat as he notices the young man in the chairman's seat. It's Jordan, the chairman!His
Starwood Apparels, Opulence Heights...In the general manager's office, Anderson wears an indifferent expression as he listens attentively to his secretary's reports."Sir, due to your mouthwatering offer and other potential benefits, so many companies and families from East Veridora have also shown interest in investing in us," the secretary declares enthusiastically."Mmm," Anderson merely hums in response. He really isn't intrigued by the information reported by his secretary as he had long expected things to turn out this way. After all, humans are naturally covetous and would do anything for wealth and power."So," he drops his glass of wine to the table and looks up at her. "When do you plan to head over to Eve's Allure Emporium and declare our interest in securing the order?""Uhm, Sir Anderson, I wasn't done reporting," the secretary, instead of answering his question, says with a frown."What is the point of reporting all that? The main thing is securing the order before tha
Back at Crestview General Hospital...Edith has arrived in the hospital and at this moment is sitting beside Layla with a furious expression on her face.Meanwhile, the Cadens are standing with their heads lowered and their expressions full of fear. Not long ago, Layla stated that she would report them to the Patriarch of the Cadens of Opulence Heights and there wouldn't be any need for them to exist anymore if they don't seek revenge for her.Though they were dismayed that she would stoop so low as to threaten them so ruthlessly, they were nevertheless willing to seek revenge for her just to save their lives. However, things took a drastic turn when they discovered that the young man who inflicted those injuries on Layla was none other than Jordan!They didn't know if to cry or erupt in anger. Isabella, in particular, didn't know how to react. While they were still wondering what to do, Edith walked in and when she learned of Jordan's identity, she didn't take it easy and took out all
Isabella has not seen where what Edith and Layla are asking of her has been done before. If she was still married to Jordan then that could be understandable.But she divorced him a long time ago and as such, under no circumstances should she be forced to pay for his reckless actions.Looking at the women in front of her, she can tell they are only scheming against her family. She has been wondering why the Cadens of Opulence Heights would suddenly decide to pay them a visit, but now, she understands. They clearly have an ulterior motive.She lets out a helpless sigh. Though she knows all this, in the face of the women in front of her, she can only concede. If not, the consequences might be drastic."My patience is wearing thin, Isabella, are you going to speak or do I have to force you with my fists?" Edith lets out a bark.Isabella raises her head and looks at Edith, who is staring at her menacingly. She doesn't answer her, instead shifting her focus to Layla. "Miss Layla," she say
"That's more like what I want to hear," Layla grins sinisterly. "Well," she tilts her head as if in thought. "That punk blew up my car, causing me to sustain these injuries. "If that wasn't enough, he also extorted four hundred thousand from us," she stares back at Isabella. "I'm not going to ask for much. Just 1.5 million.""What?! 1.5 million?" Isabella and the rest of the Cadens exclaim simultaneously."It's just 1.5 million, why are you guys shouting? I thought you are a powerful family, shouldn't a mere 1.5 million be insignificant to you?" Layla taunts.'1.5 million, insignificant?' Isabella feels like she wants to cry blood. In the past, 1.5 million might have been nothing to her but now, the family company is facing a crisis, and to overcome it, she has invested almost all her funds, including the company's capital in Starwood Apparels. At this moment, she is left with nothing more than $500,000. Even if she were to give Layla that, where would she find one million?"Miss Layl
Anyone who heard what Layla said without having any knowledge about Sun Glow Apparels would think she was doing the Cadens a favor, only those who truly know everything about Sun Glow Apparels would know that is far from it. Sun Glow Apparels, at its peak, boasted a net worth of over 900 million dollars, nearly reaching a billion. Even in its fallen state, if the assets were to be liquidated, the valuation should still be well over 500 million. Yet, Layla wants to have this company in exchange for 1.5 million. If that isn't daylight robbery, what is?All this while, Isabella has been containing her anger while agreeing to every ridiculous request Layla and Edith have made but at this moment, she can't help erupting in fury. She shoots Layla a menacing glare as she barks, "Miss Layla, are you trying to use the status of our company to manipulate me? What do you mean by I should hand over Sun Glow Apparels in exchange for the 1.5 million? Are you insulting me? Though the company is on
"No, no, Madam Edith, please wait!" Before Layla can even stand up, Avery yells and dashes over to Edith. She doesn't waste a moment to kneel as she begs, "Please, Madam Edith, don't report us to the Patriarch. I apologize on Isabella's behalf."Isabella is shocked to see how easily it is for her mum to kneel and beg. She is practically cowering to Edith as if she is a god. How bizarre.Avery has always been known for her character of bullying the weak. But now, she is literally kissing Edith's ass. Isabella shakes her head. Since her mum wants to beg, she should go ahead.That can never be her."You are begging on her behalf as what?" Edith scowls, glowering at Avery. "Doesn't your daughter have her own mouth or is she feeling too proud to beg?"Avery smiles bitterly. "Madam Edith, Isabella is but a child. She doesn't know how the world works yet. Please accept my apology."Layla stands and walks to Edith. She whispers, "Aunt, Isabella might be the President of Sun Glow Apparels bu
At the chairman's office, World Apparels Galaxy...Jordan sits in the Chairman's seat, oblivious to the fact that Layla and Edith had gone to the Cadens to threaten them to hand over Sun Glow Apparels to them. At this moment, he is playing a game on his phone. Since the job he was offered was a mere facade, he has nothing to do and can only play games to while away time and cure boredom.KNOCK KNOCK...There is a sudden knock at the door. Jordan raises his head slightly. It is only Arthur and Benjamin who know he is currently in the office. That means it must be one of them.He drops back his gaze to his phone, goes back to his game, and says calmly, "Come in."The door opens and Arthur walks in. "Sire," he acknowledges with a bow."Anything the matter?" Jordan asks, not bothering to glance at him."Benjamin has called Anderson to inform him of my journey tomorrow. Everything is going as planned.""Good," Jordan says. "You have a long day ahead of you tomorrow so you should go prepare