CLANG!The dagger falls to the floor with a chilling finality. Without sparing Ryan another glance, Jordan lifts Natasha into his arms and strides out of the room, leaving the scene of horror behind. He exits the hotel and in no time, arrives at Arthur's Rolls Royce Phantom and Arthur opens the door for him."Where to now, Sire?" As they get comfy, Arthur asks.Jordan falls silent, grappling with the decision of where to take Natasha. If he takes her to his Paradise, that would raise questions he doesn't have the strength to answer yet and if he takes her home, he doesn't know how her parents would react. He doesn't want anyone to misunderstand his gesture. But after a while, he comes to a conclusion... "Just take us to her home," he orders.Arthur nods and zooms off. In no time, they arrive at Natasha's house and after knocking and getting answered, Jordan hands her to her mother, who leads her away into the house and he begins striding away.But just as he has taken merely five ste
It's barely 10 a.m. but East Veridora is in a state of uproar and commotion unlike anything seen before. News and rumors are spreading like wildfire, all revolving around the dire crisis faced by World Apparels Galaxy, the top 3 company in the county.At first, the residents of East Veridora couldn't believe it as World Apparels Galaxy is a great company that so many other minor companies look up to but not too long ago, President Arthur Smith himself had made a significant announcement, proclaiming that the only lifeline for World Apparels Galaxy was securing a substantial order from Eve's Allure Emporium, the top 1 company in Opulence Heights. Opulence Heights is a county somewhat better than East Veridora and a few rivers away from it. It is a county of opulence and extravagance, where towering skyscrapers dominate the skyline, and the world's wealthiest elites lead lives of luxury. It's also a hub for powerful corporate empires, financial institutions, and even underground fight
It's late afternoon, Jordan walks out of an office, wearing a weary yet happy smile. For the first time in many years, he feels a genuine sense of purpose. He can't help but reminisce on how long he had to wait for this day to come. This day where the plan against Starwood Apparels officially begins."Jordan!" A familiar voice suddenly calls out, interrupting the tranquil moment. And the next second, a fatigued Natasha slowly approaches him, her expression somber. Her voice had arrived even before she did."What's the matter? Why do you look so down?" At a glance at her surprisingly sad expression and slumped shoulders, Jordan inquires softly.Natasha lets out a deep sigh as she explains, "World Apparels Galaxy as I told you on the very first day has always been my dream company to work in, and I've been so happy doing just that since I got employed despite the recent challenges I've faced with Mr. Wright. "But now, with the sudden crisis the company is facing, I'm worried about my
The ride to a restaurant is smooth and quick, and in no time, Jordan and Natasha arrive at Savoria Bistro, a regular restaurant a few meters away from World Apparels Galaxy. Without delay, they enter the restaurant, Natasha grinning ear to ear.This might just be lunch, but she feels so incredibly happy, as if she is over the moon. Guess this is what it feels like to spend time with her favorite person in the world."We should sit here," she points to a table next to the window."Of course, allow me," Jordan replies, playing the role of a perfect gentleman. He pulls out Natasha's chair and gestures with a slight bow, showing her to her seat"Aww, how sweet," Natasha purrs as if a sweet little cat before settling down.As she does, Jordan hands her a towel."To protect your blouse," he explains, but before she can take it, he drapes it over her, causing their bodies to softly touch."Mmm," Natasha unconsciously lets out a soft moan, and as she realizes what had just happened, her face t
"Isn't that Miss Daisy? What is she doing here?" At Daisy's unexpected arrival, one of the nearby diners asks, wide-eyed."Are you deaf? Didn't you hear what she said? She clearly came here because her man went out on a date with another girl!""But how can that be possible? That young man she is looking at doesn't seem to be of any significant status. How can he be her man? Who is he anyway? Does anyone know?" The young man glances around."I think I know who he is!" After a moment of silence, a young lady suddenly steps forward and says."If you do, then tell us!""Yes, don't waste our time!" The other diners urge her impatiently."As you said, he is of no significant status. That is because he is none other than the ex-live-in son-in-law of the Cadens!""Oh, wow, so he's the infamous live-in son-in-law. How shameful. But how is it that he is Miss Daisy's man? "Could it be that she is mistaking his identity for another? I don't see any reason she would be going out with a pauper lik
"Miss Daisy," Natasha gasps, utterly flabbergasted to see that Daisy is behind her abduction. Obviously, she never thought that Daisy could go to such extremes. Before she can utter another word, John, at Daisy's signal, swiftly rubs a handkerchief over her nose, causing her to lose consciousness.As Natasha lies unconscious, John gently places her down and turns to Daisy, asking anxiously. "Princess, don't you think you are going too far by abducting her?"Daisy's expression doesn't change in the slightest as she replies indifferently, "I might be, but I don't care. "I warned her yesterday that I'd take drastic measures if she doesn't stay away from Jordan but she didn't take my warning seriously. I'm about to make her realize that I'm not joking. Jordan is my man—mine!""But regardless of the circumstances, she is still Mr. Callahan's friend, Princess. If he finds out you did this, he won't be pleased with you and that might strain your relationship with him. Surely, you wouldn't
"Nope," Jordan retorts. "Go back to whatever you were doing, I'll handle things." He hangs up and waltzes out of the main building."This way, Mr. Callahan," at the sight of Jordan, the guard from earlier, hurries over to him and says, gesturing to a pathway.Jordan merely nods as he follows him."Sorry to intrude, Mr. Callahan, but there's quite a number of chauffeurs and vehicles at the gallery. If you'd like a ride back home, I can make the necessary arrangements," the guard suggests as they approach the gate."I can manage on my own," however, Jordan flatly rejects and opens the gate."Very well, Mr. Callahan, take care," the guard bows, and as Jordan walks out, closes the gate behind him.Naturally, Jordan should have made an arrangement for an Uber before getting to the gate but that doesn't seem to be the case this time around as even after so many minutes no Uber pulls over in front of him, and surprisingly, he doesn't seem to care as he keeps walking, his hands in his pockets
"But a cup should suffice," John hesitantly objects, his gaze filled with anxiety."A bucket is a bucket! I am your Princess and you would do as I say!" Daisy snaps."Of course, Princess. I sincerely apologize for my impertinence," John quickly says and bows before rushing out. In a matter of minutes, he returns with a brimming bucket of water, steam rising from its surface.As he reaches Natasha, he empties the entire bucket on her, drenching her completely from head to toe."Ah!" As the water makes contact with Natasha, she cries out at the top of her lungs as she recoils, gasping for breath."It's freezing! So cold! Someone get a towel! Someone, please get a towel!" She shivers uncontrollably, her face flushing crimson."You, it's you," However, as her gaze drops to the man in front of her, she exclaims, her eyes filled with immense fear. Instantly, she tries to distance herself from him only to realize that she is bound to a chair and can't move an inch. "No, no," she begins strug