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Mrs. Perry opened the door and walked inside. There was concern and fear written all over her face.Mia got up when she entered.“What did you say happened?” Mrs. Perry asked. “Did Miss Alessia really decline our invitation?”Mia nodded once. “She did.”Mrs. Perry was worried. “Does that mean she's angry with us? What if she eventually terminates our contract?”Mia looked at her but didn't say anything. She also had no idea what was going on in Alessia's mind, but for no reason, she knew Alessia wouldn't terminate the contract. Unless Kevin wants it terminated. As much as she thought about it, she kept arriving at the conclusion that Kevin was the reason why Alessia hadn't terminated the contract, even though she was initially angry with them.So, as long as Kevin doesn't want it terminated, it wouldn't be.But because she wasn't really sure about this, she has refused to tell her grandmother. She wouldn't believe her anyway.“There must be a reason why she declined our invitation.““
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When Kevin entered the room that evening,it was with this new type of confidence that Mia hadn't seen around him.He refused to talk to her concerning Watson's family. He wasn't even ready to initiate a conversation. So, Mia decided to let it go.Besides, her grandmother already passed judgment on them. There was no need to talk about it any more.But Mia still wanted to get to the root of the matter and confirm her suspicions, but Kevin was proving stubborn.That morning, he didn't say anything as well, aside from the regular “good morning." And for an unknown reason, he had decided not to eat with the family.As Mia stepped inside her office that morning, her phone beeped, and a new flash appeared on her screen. It was about the Watson family. Nathan was charged with attempted murder and assault. Mia's eyes widened with shock as she read the content. The news was currently trending as the number 2 on the Internet. The news about the return of the Lord Phoenix was the one still tre
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Mia was still thinking about the Lille Group when a sudden knock sounded on the door.The door opened, and her secretary walked inside. There was a deep frown on her face. That was the second time in that day that she would be seeing such an expression. She looked worried and frightened. The first time was because the Lille Group cancelled their cooperation.But then, what could be the case now?“We have a huge problem,“ she announced.“What happened?”“We were supposed to deliver some goods to the Frederick Group.”Mia nodded once. “I signed it last week if I'm not mistaken.”"Yes, but unfortunately, when we got there and started offloading, Mr. Frederick said he wasn't interested in the goods again, and he wants us to return them.”What!“That doesn't make any sense. I mean, he paid for it already.Why would he want us to return it?”“Well, that's what I thought as well, but he forced the men to stop offloading. Our men had to put the goods back to our truck, and as we speak, they ar
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Chapter “What?” Ellen asked.Mia was dumbfounded for another moment. Something was really happening. There was no doubt about it again.“Why aren't you talking?” Ellen asked anxiously. Mia released another sigh. “The Swiss company doesn't want to continue our cooperation.“Ellen couldn't believe it. “But they agreed to pay soon so we can deliver the goods. What happened?”Mia couldn't comprehend it herself. Something was definitely amiss. She looked at Ellen again. “When did the Lille Group decide to terminate the contract?”“Few hours ago.”Mia thought about it for another moment. If the other business partners were terminating after the Lille Group dud, then there could be a connection. “Try and find out if these companies have any connections.”Ellen nodded once and walked out of the office.Her phone rang almost immediately. She took it and stared down at the screen. It was one of their business partners. Mia hesitated, unsure whether to pick it up or not.It stopped ringing a
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In the next few minutes, the Perry family was gathered in the office.“I thought Mia was the CEO. Why does this have to concern us?” Morris whined.“Then, you should let us talk about what you did with Nathan because that's why we are in this mess now!” Mia's father snapped.Morris adjusted in his seat but was unable to say a word.“Well, it wasn't like Morris was trying to cause any trouble!” Morris' father intervened. “He was only trying to help!”“We terminated our contract with the Watson's family. And in return, the Lille Group terminated their contract with us. Now, several other business partners have terminated their contract with us. Do you know what that means?” Mrs. Perry yelled, clearly annoyed at their outbursts.They all went quiet.“I'm sure you all don't even understand the consequences of all this. The Perry Group is in a dire situation. If we don't keep it wrapped now, we could go bankrupt!” she yelled.“And now, I've brought you all here so you can make up suggestio
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“If he can help us, I believe we will be able to survive this crisis.” Mia finished and looked at the faces of her family members. They were staring at her with confused expressions. But she hoped they would believe her and let Kevin intercede.“Invite him to dinner tonight,” Mrs. Perry decided.“What! No way!” Morris protested immediately. “I don't know what Mia is trying to say, but to me, I don't think Kevin is someone you should give regard to.”“Well, we can always try unless you have a better idea,” Mia responded calmly.Morris chuckled. “You have to be kidding me. Inviting Kevin over for a talk is not even part of it. Kevin can't do anything. He was only trying to form for you.”Mia felt a bit annoyed at the fact that Morris was twisting her words and making everything complicated for her.“Then what will you say about the fact that Kevin met with the mayor, only for the Watson's family to lose their job in the demolition project? How?”Mrs. Perry's eyes widened with shock. “Wh
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Mia released an exasperated sigh. She felt somehow instantly at the way her family members were talking. She already told them how she felt about Kevin. She didn't know why they didn't want to believe her.Even though she wasn't entirely clear about who Kevin really was, she had hints. She was just certain that Kevin could really help them if he wanted to.But then, maybe she shouldn't have invited him here. Seeing the remarks they are currently making was starting to make her feel regretful. What if they weren't able to change Kevin's mind and he ended up not agreeing to help them?The Perry family would be in real trouble. It's only a matter of time before the company collapses, and nothing will be left of them.“So, are you going to help or not?” “Kevin is not going to help, obviously. He can't help. He's just lying,” Morris remarked teasingly.“Yes! Or he seriously won't be on about this. He must have finally lost favour with Alessia,” Morris' father said.Kevin felt helpless beca
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Kevin sighed and believed instantly that Mia’s motivation was not at all pure.Someone who had never allowed him to kiss her suddenly wanted him to sleep with her?It just wasn't even making any sense to him. “To apologise or to ask for help?” Kevin asked to be sure.There were a few minutes of silence, as if Mia was thinking about it. Then she took a step forward.“Like I said, we haven't even gotten divorced yet. So, just think of it as something we are doing as a couple that we are,” she muttered.Kevin scoffed. “Really?” He was shocked and sceptical.Mia nodded once. "Yes, or is there something else you want?”Mia was sure there would never be. Every man always dreamt of touching their wife, and Mia had refused Kevin for over a year now. There was nothing else he could want.Kevin inclined his head to one side as he pretended to be thinking about it. “Why do you think this is what I want?”Mia hesitated. “Our one-year anniversary was two weeks ago, and we have never kissed or even
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Mia felt her heart tightened in her chest as she watched Kevin walk away. She could tell that he was upset. He hadn't even looked back at her with a nod like he always did. She remembered how it had felt like her heart was wrenched out of her chest when he snatched his hand away from her hold.But she had been helpless. He should understand. How was she supposed to support him when she had no idea if he was telling the truth. Heck, he wouldn't even open up to him about who he really was. Yet, she couldn't direct her anger at him.Her hands closed into fists. All of these began with one person.She turned to Morris, who was consoling Grandmother R, who still looked affected by Kevin's words.“You followed me, didn't you?"Morris cast her an irritated glance. “Who is that question for?"When she was leaving the Euphoric Bio building, she felt eyes on her, but she thought it was the other workers on the floors she passed through. She should have known. Most of all, she should have bee
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Mia felt her heart tightened in her chest as she watched Kevin walk away. She could tell that he was upset. He hadn't even looked back at her with a nod like he always did. She remembered how it had felt like her heart was wrenched out of her chest when he snatched his hand away from her hold.But she had been helpless. He should understand. How was she supposed to support him when she had no idea if he was telling the truth. Heck, he wouldn't even open up to him about who he really was. Yet, she couldn't direct her anger at him.Her hands closed into fists. All of these began with one person.She turned to Morris, who was consoling Grandmother R, who still looked affected by Kevin's words.“You followed me, didn't you?"Morris cast her an irritated glance. “Who is that question for?"When she was leaving the Euphoric Bio building, she felt eyes on her, but she thought it was the other workers on the floors she passed through. She should have known. Most of all, she should have bee
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Mrs Perry couldn't resist the urge to bark out with laughter. She laughed so hard that some of the oldies in the restaurant chuckled along with her.Morris shook his head and chuckled lightly too. “How pathetic you are, Kevin."Mia, who had been staring at the back of Kevin's face as his words, stepped out from behind Kevin and glared at Morris.”Morris!"Morris rolled his eyes. "Why don't you tell him to stop lying so much and so stupidly.”Mia couldn't say anything as she felt embarrassed. She wanted to ask Kevin why he was lying but she didn't want to do so before her grandmother and Morris. So she just subtly shook her head at him.“I’m not lying,” he said cooly, disappointed that even Mia didn't believe him. Hadn't he proved himself enough?The laughter died in Mrs Perry's throat. Morris also stopped lying. They all regarded Kevin. There was no atom of humor on his face or in his words. “Are you serious?" Mia blurted.“What stupid question is that?" Mrs Perry said, her gaze still
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After the shock, the first thing that came to Mia was relief. Relief that she had decided to choose a restaurant that was never crowded. Right now, she could count the number of people in the restaurant in one of her hands and there'd still be a remainder. Another bonus was that they were all old people. So there was no flashing camera in their faces yet. It was a relief that soothed the shock.But the shock still remained. The worry for the things her grandmother would say to Kevin. And the fear of her own anger.How did they find her? Why were they even there? Why did they even find her in the first place?She had already rushed to her feet when she saw them. Now, she stood before her grandmother. “What are you doing here?" She looked between her grandmother and cousin.She was certain that neither of them would have come to the restaurant to eat. Apart from the fact that it was quite a trip from the company, it was too local for them. They preferred the fancy and flashy restaurants
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As Mia walked out of the company's premises, she tucked her car keys in her bag, deciding not to go with her car.“Good morning, ma'am," the security greeted her as they opened the gate for her."How're we all doing?” She returned their smiles."Very well, boss.”Outside the gate, Mia walked down the road a few miles before she saw a taxi driving down the road.She flagged down the taxi and got in.“Where are you headed, ma'am?" The driver asked Mia. Mia told him the me. Of the restaurant where she had decided that she and Kevin would meet. Then afterward, she sent the name of the restaurant and the address to Kevin.Morris dragged his gaze away from the plate number of the taxi as his phone rang out.He briefly glanced at it before he picked it up and answered the call.“Hello.”He returned his eyes to the road.“Were you able to make it out in time?”“Yes, grandmother. I'm on her tail now. I was able to make it outside before she got a taxi.”“A taxi?” There was surprise in Mrs Per
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The signing process was swift. Mrs Perry had a smile on all through as she signed her part and watched the rest of them sign where they had to sign.“Okay, so we're done," Mrs Perry said as she flipped through the papers. She nodded. She handed Kevin a copy. “You can go with your copy. All the rules are clear, are they not?”Anthony nodded. "They are.”Mrs Perry pinned him with a half glare. "No one should go against those conditions, Anthony. Ensure you ram it into the ears of your family members. Mia and I would do the same. If we really want to live in peace, then we should live without any air of hostility.”Anthony smiled. "Yes, Mrs Perry. I'll talk to them. Thank you for agreeing to this.”She shook her head. “It's nothing. I just want peace." She stretched her hands out to Anthony.Anthony took Mrs Perry's hands and shook them. “I look forward to many collaborations and meetings with the Perrys.""Same here,” Mrs Perry smiled, gripping his hands firmly."Mia?” Anthony called.
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Mia regarded Anthony for a while, irritated by the smirk on his face. “You sound so sure,” she scowled at him.Anthony chuckled. He reclined in the seat and put his right leg over his left knee. Then he rested his hand on the back of the chair. "That's because I'm sure."Mia felt the insane urge to hurl him from the couch, but she needed to remain civil, especially now that grandmother had agreed to reconcile with his family. She crossed her arms over her chest. “So how did you know?"Anthony shook his head, a smile on his lips. “People really need to stop asking me that. I have my way of finding out stuff that I am determined to get answers to, and that's just it. Mia raised her brows. “I see. You have your ways and one of those ways is to kidnap people and intensely ask them questions like a maniac, right?”Anthony rolled his eyes. “That was just a test.”“A test!" Mia squeaked incredibly."Yes. You heard right.”“Right. That’s also why you still haven't been able to find out anyth
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Anthony shook his head. “We let trivial things get in between us.” He sighed regretfully. “We're better than that, Mrs Perry. We should be building empires together and not keeping malice like kids. We should be making a plan to succeed. A plant “How can we still work together after what happened, Anthony?" That was Mrs Perry's first words. "How can we build these empires together if we don't trust one another? The seed of distrust has been sown, it's been watered and given enough time to thrive and grow. It's not just going to wilt and vanish.”"We make it wilt then. Trust, once broken, can be gotten back, believe me. We once trusted one another because of our actions. These same actions were what brought the mistrust and knocked us apart. To regain the trust we lost, all we need to do is act… we just need to act right and sincerely. And we'll be fine.”Mrs Perry regarded Anthony, processing his words. Apart from the fact that he was making sense, she was going to accept it anyway.
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Anthony did the last button on his shirt and picked up his phone. He scrolled through his call logs as he walked to his shoe rack. Once he saw the phone number he needed, he dialed it. He placed the phone on speaker, chose the shoes he wanted from the shoe rack, and walked to his bed. By the time he lowered himself into his bed, the call ended without an answer, so he tried again.He once again put it on speaker and placed it on the bed beside him. As he waited for his call to be answered, he grabbed his shoes and began to put them on.“Hello?" Her smooth voice boomed through his phone's speaker and filled his room, loud and clear.“Good morning, Mia, I trust you slept well?" "I did. Why did you call so early?”"I'm on the way to your office now.”"Alright, then. I'll inform the security and receptionist so that they'll let you in without any hassle.”“Okay. See you in a few."Anthony chuckled slightly when Mia ended the call without a response.He picked up his phone and rose to hi
