“I know you are there. So, come out.”Since Gabriel found him out, Xavier stepped out and walked towards him. He stood next to Haiden’s foster father and looked at the plants and flowers. The fragrance created an array of heady, floral scents that changed often as the wind did.The mood does not suit the atmosphere between Gabriel and Xavier.Gabriel was an abuser. Haiden was a victim. Even if Xavier succeeded in talking to him before and even calling him ‘father’, that does not mean that he created a good relationship with Gabriel.Notwithstanding, Xavier gathered his courage and spoke.“How did you know that I am here?”Keeping his eyes forward, Gabriel answered, “You always do that.”‘Do what?’“Every year when I celebrate my wedding anniversary with my second wife, you always come to this place.”‘Haiden did?’Why would Haiden come into the garden? Xavier was also curious.“Do you hate your stepmother so much for replacing Madell?”Xavier only frowned. He is not the real Haiden so
“Brother Gian. Just like what you said, Spade asked his men to investigate if our boss visited a psychiatrist doctor.”Standing by the window, Gian remained quiet while looking outside.Kija stared at his back and asked, “How did you guess it right?”Gian lowered his eyes and tilted his head. “Because it means one thing,” he said.“What is it?”‘If Spade killed the real boss and an impostor suddenly appeared, the first thing that Spade will do is to investigate Haiden’s family background to see if he has a twin. Or, he thought he failed to kill Haiden and Haiden lost his memories.’ It was Gian’s way to know what Spade did to Haiden. He was saddened to think that his old friend was already dead.“After I showed Xavier to everyone and introduced him as the boss, did you confirm the first place Spade visited that time?” Gian asked Kija after ignoring Kija’s former question.Kija smiled and then said, “He visited a warehouse in Montecillo.”Gian wore his suit and placed his gun beside hi
That morning with the Chairman’s cue to transfer the company from Brethart to Haiden, Xavier was brought in the Black E-Commerce company.When Xavier visited the company for the first time, he was wearing a turtleneck and a blazer in a core color.Employees heard that the management changed and that the former boss’ brother will handle the company.They did not expect much because they saw Brethart’s performance for the past years, and now, employees were scared that they might lose their jobs forever. However, when they saw Xavier, they were so surprised.“That is Sir Brethart’s brother? They don’t look alike!” “Didn’t you hear it? The Black family has an adopted son.” “Really?” Even if everyone knows that the new boss is the foster son of the family, they cannot deny how he looks like a true gentleman with a pleasant and respectable persona. His body is firmly-built like a knight waiting to rescue someone in his strong arms.Can he also rescue the company from falling down?Ever
Humiliation.While looking at the floor with wine dripping from the top of his head, to his face and to the tip of her chin, a cold wave of dread washed over Xavier. He was humiliated by Brethart in front of the employees.Brethart wanted him to become the laughing stock of everyone. He thought this was the best way to show Haiden where he should stand. Although Haiden replaced his position as the CEO, Brethart wouldn’t like him to forget that he was his dog, and he will always be. Murmurs buzzed like bees around flowers. Employees gasped as they observed their new boss froze like a statue while watching the wine dripping from his chin onto the ground. They felt their hearts dropped to the pit of their stomach, as they realized how mortifying it might be to stand in his place.They felt the second-hand embarrassment for the new boss. Yet pity cannot do anything. This is not the first time Brethart humiliated someone. His employees experienced it from time to time! They know the feeli
When Xavier thought that Gian was busy doing his job as the Mafioso, he wasn’t sure if that includes being his secretary.Speechless, Xavier looked at Gian, who was roaming around the office.“After you announced that you have 4% shares, you suddenly became the CEO,” Gian said before he turned his head to Xavier.He fixed his round eyeglasses and smiled at him.“And you were showered with wine during your first day,” Gian added as he walked closer.“How did you…?” Xavier asked an incomplete question.Sitting above the desk while looking at the nameplate on the table, Gian guessed, “How did I know that? Everyone was talking about the wine pouring incident as soon as I got here.”“Not that. I mean, how did you become my secretary?”“Forging things, faking identities, these are essential in my occupation. So, as soon as I heard that you will manage this company, I moved right away.”“I would say that it was too fast.”“Coming from a person who said he wants to make impossible things poss
Being Mayor is the best political job, they said. You can get things done and make things happen. And that is what Cesar aimed for.But it was a tough path. Cesar had to win over the city’s residents, launch his own campaign and stay within regulations to qualify as a candidate. Fortunately, there are people who started to support the third in rank candidate.Some were paid. Others were forced by their employers. And they were also people who really believed that Cesar is the kind Samaritan just like what they heard.In the town square where the loud sound of the campaign theme song was played, the crowd gathered while chanting a name.“Cesar! Cesar! Cesar!”Cesar raised his hand to signal everyone to stop. When the noises subsided, Cesar began his speech.“Good day, everyone! Thank you for coming here! It is really an honor to be part of this election. At this moment, we have an amazing opportunity to transform New York into the more gleaming and Charming place it is destined to be!
Excitement was painted on Lewelyn’s face like sparrows flying out of her arse. If a smile can shout, noise would fill the entire empty restaurant.Wearing a Red Slinky Ruched Bodycon Dress which shows her figure, Lewelyn looked at her face into her pocket mirror.“Perfect as ever.”Her clothes are too vulgar for someone who was looking forward to a date. But it was on purpose.Technically speaking, Lewelyn didn’t come to this place to date someone. Rather, she came to meet an acquaintance.A moment ago, Cesar asked her to send roses to Haiden Black and to treat her for dinner. Haiden became the CEO of the E-Commerce company, so they need to strengthen their alliance. Yet for Lewelyn, this is her opportunity to make Haiden hers.With Cesar money, Lewelyn reserved the whole restaurant. Disturbance isn’t allowed during her idle time with the young and sexy CEO.‘And after this, we can go straight to the hotel,’ Lewelyn giggled. She could not wait to experience being held by a manly guy l
“I wanted the steak wel…”Xavier stopped talking when he felt something brushing against his thighs. It wasn’t difficult to know what it was.His red eyes gaped at the woman sitting across him. Lewelyn’s eyes curved into a slight smile. Her twinkling, bright gaze was full of mischief. Xavier could guess what she was up to. Calling it a mistake at this point would be an utter embarrassment as the movement beneath the table had turned increasingly explicit.“Sir?” The waiter called Xavier to ask if there’s any problem why Xavier suddenly halted in the middle of giving his order.Gian, as observant as he can be, noticed the unusual reaction of the man beside him and turned his head to watch what’s happening.Xavier was pale.“I am sorry,” Xavier managed to answer with difficulty. “I wanted my steak to be well-done and…”The point of the heel gently slid up his calf and down again, giving him a strange tingling sensation that shook his thighs in disgust.When Xavier looked at the cause of