Harley kept staring at Vivian to keep quiet, while Argent was nudging Vivian to speak up.Vivian ignored Harley and cleared her throat. "Dad, can you believe Harley had no shame nowadays? Do you remember that guy I brought home seven months ago for marriage?"Argent frowned, throwing a glance at Harley before focusing on Vivian. "Yes, I do. The one I gave a task to provide ten thousand but took the whole month to provide it. What about him?""Dad, can you believe that Harley is dating that guy? For Christ's sake, he's my broke ex!" Vivian sneered, glancing at Harley like she was an ant.Harley's heart pounded as Vivian spoke. She knew she was innocent, yet with her sister's lies and dad's favor, Vivian was always right.Then she recalled what was said. Alex was asked to pay ten thousand dollars in a month? But with the way he looked, he seemed able to pay a hundred grand in one go! Or maybe he had glowed up after that?Her father's furious voice cut through the air. "You mean that goo
I'm sure you're a new staff here," Alex shrugged, leaning forward against the secretary counter. "I'm here to meet Edmundo."The secretary's eyes widened, shocked to hear him call the CEO by his name. She scanned him, and he didn't even look like a big deal. The guts!Giving him a side-eye, she said, "Okay, sir, but first, do you have an appointment scheduled with the CEO?" Alex wanted to ask, "huh" but remembered she was a new worker after all. She probably didn't know that aside Edmundo, he called the shots. His brain was racking for a definite answer to give. After a while, the girl noticed Alex's face and her gaze became skeptical. She reclined on the counter, her chin raised, watching Alex's facial movement. "What? What's wrong? Given your expression, I can tell you don't have an appointment. Do you think this place is just a walk-in store?"Alex, attempting to lower the tension, said, "no, actually, it's important that I meet Edmundo today, I hope you understand...""Can you s
The sound of his voice was so powerful that it got everyone bowing their heads. Of course, except Alex. As Alex saw him coming closer, he smirked, surprising the assistant secretary.She squinted her eyes, wondering what was going on in the mind of this stranger. Was he blind enough to not bow at someone like the CEO?!Edmundo's eyes darted to the assistant secretary and he balled his fists. Before they knew it...Slap!He delivered a forceful slap that resonated throughout the entire building, with an annoying look on his face. The pain was so intense that she collapsed onto the floor, clutching her cheek."Don't you have any respect left? Did you even bother to ask for his name and inform me before taking matters into your own hands? Is that what you are trained for? You stupid thing! How pathetic of you to dare disrespect the owner of FarthestStone Enterprise!"He yelled loudly, and since the entire place fell silent as soon as he entered, his words echoed. Everyone in the place
Alex cleared his throat and said, "I just saved up," before quickly changing the topic. "So, back to you, have you chosen the location the anniversary would be held?"One could tell from the look on her face that Harley wasn't satisfied with the answer. She crossed her arms over her chest and lifted the corners of her lips before clearing her throat."Well, I wanted it to be held in the ballroom of Hypernova Hotel but..." She began, slinging her bag over her shoulders. Her voice trailed off, unsure.Sensing her hesitation, Alex cut in, "but what?"They both stood up as they left the restaurant, heading towards his car."I think it's really expensive and far-fetched when compared to the budget set for the event," Harley started, as Alex opened the door of his car for her. She entered, and he also entered the driver's seat. She continued, "the total expense for the event is not supposed to exceed five million dollars, but the widest ballroom in Hypernova Hotel costs five million dollar
Barney cleared his throat and responded. "The fingerprint does not match anyone on the company, sir. If the person is not in this company, then where might they be?""What? How come?" Alex frowned, shocked. The fingerprint matched no one's? He got lost in thought, before snapping out. "No, he has to be here, there is something we are missing," said Alex."Isn't it interesting?" asked Barney, also with a frown. He was also not convinced about the results."No, it's disturbing," Alex replied. "We must find out before it's too late," he suggested, cracking his knuckles and putting his hands on his desk. "Or let's do one thing.""Let's set a trap for the person," he said. But suddenly he paused. "Fuck.""Is there a problem?" Barney jolted, eyes widened as he scanned Alex for any sign of pain."Yes, I'm feeling pain in my chest," Alex said, putting his hands on his chest and squeezing his face. Barney looked very worried and put one hand on Alex's shoulder. He carried Alex out of his off
Alex, instead of being scared, was already annoyed by Argent looking at him. He was also thankful that he was putting on eyeglasses, or else he feared that Argent would think he looked familiar.Alex put on a smile and slightly bowed his head. "Nice to meet you, I'm from FarthestStone Enterprise. I came with my boss."Argent raised his eyebrows as he smiled and bowed his head, stretching out his hand for a handshake. Alex played along.Harley, who was so nervous and thinking whether to say his name or identify his position in the Enterprise, sighed as Argent smiled at him."My apologies, sir. It's lovely to meet you too. I hope you enjoy the event. Sorry to ask, but where is he? I mean the CEO?" Argent said in a calm yet excited manner. It was the first time Alex had seen him like this.He knew Argent was referring to him, the owner, but since Barney was acting in place of him, he decided to refer to him. When he sighted Barney, he pointed at him as Argent bowed his head and left, go
"What?" Alex couldn't believe his ears.Vivian?? The director??How??The smile he had on his face quickly disappeared as he heard her name. His eyebrows gathered with the highest level of disappointment.His eyes moved to Harley and saw how her chest kept pounding rhythmically. Suddenly, Vivian's echoing voice on the stage made him face her.He saw how happy and glad she was, with smiles and snarky smirk dancing across her face.What even surprised him the most was the fact that Argent was feeling proud, giving her a hug after the speech with a smile on his face.He looked at Harley one more time who was trying to control the tears in her eyes; he could also see how annoyed and devastated she was as she kept on panting."How is this possible? This isn't fair," she stammered, already losing it as she saw Argent at a corner, giving a toast. She clenched her fists, hastily walking towards him.Alex saw this and wanted to stop her but to no avail; instead, he followed her stylishly. He
"M-Matt," Alex stammered, looking at him. Before a second had passed, Matt pulled Alex into a hug as he hugged him tightly.Matt beamed with a joyful expression, clearly amazed at Alex's growth. "Alex! how are you? Where have you been? I've been searching for you all this while after becoming the manager of SALMAS company," he smiled.He ran his eyes further down Alex, still finding it quite hard to believe Alex was the same man he knew before. He was so shabby and poor, right? Cool that tables have turned!Alex felt like he was put in a tight spot for a second. He couldn't even reciprocate the hug and stayed stunned. But he soon put himself together and cleared his throat. "Wow!" He acted surprised."W-Wow! You really deserve it, Matt! Well, I'm already working at FarthestStone Enterprise, and I need to leave now, but I promise I'll come visit." Alex smiled, also making sure Matt didn't realize Alex already knew about him being the manager. He put on a sad face and hugged Matt again