"I'm sorry if my behavior made you feel that way, Jo. I really didn't have any bad intentions." Bill apologized remorsefully."I know. You don't need to apologize." Joana replied quickly. She knew that her confession would make Bill feel very guilty. Joana didn't want Bill to blame himself too much."In the future, I want you to be formal only when we are in front of other people. I don't want to lose the only friend I trust," Joana continued.Bill was stunned for a moment, before finally nodding in agreement to Joana's request."Well, if you want it that way," Bill said.Joana's smile expanded, making Bill's heart even more overwhelmed by guilt. It had been a long time since he had seen his best friend's smile. Bill just didn't think that their friendship would mean so much to Joana. Bill thought there would be no effect at all even if they kept their distance from each other. That turned out to be wrong. For Joana, Bill was the only friend and family she had, so not talking to Bill
After the day Joana expressed how she felt about Bill's formal demeanor in all situations, Bill began to change. He no longer treated Joana in the same rigid manner as before. Bill only behaved formally when other people were present. The rest of the time, he treated Joana like a friend.It turns out that Joana is much more comfortable with Bill's attitude like that. She no longer felt lonely or alone, so there was no need to see a psychiatrist. I don't know what developed because some Zigga Company employees had caught Bill and Joana joking with each other. Bill just hoped it wouldn't be bad for Joana's reputation. "Mr. Bill, clear your schedule this afternoon, I want to take you to an invitation." Joana told Bill when they both arrived at the office that morning.Joana spoke formally because there were currently many employees who saw them walking together."To an invitation? My secretary didn't tell me this before." Bill responded."I also just got the invitation this morning. Thi
As previously planned, that evening Bill attended an interview from a major television station in Arden City. Like a man with a high position, Bill came dressed in a formal shirt and suit. His strides were firm and dignified, making anyone shy away from him. The host who welcomed him tonight was no exception. When he first greeted him, the host bowed respectfully to Bill."Good evening, Mr. Bill Davis. Thank you very much for your time. It's a pleasure to have you on our program." The host made small talk once he and Bill were seated. He smiled broadly and maintained his friendly demeanor.In response, Bill nodded and returned the host's smile. Then, they continued their pleasantries for a while before finally getting into a more serious conversation.The host asked about Zigga Company's journey to where it is today, becoming a fast-growing company with just the launch of its first game."All of this is not easy, it requires hard work, and the time it takes for Zigga Company to be at
From her apartment room, Joana watched the live broadcast of Bill's interview with the television station that had invited Zigga Company yesterday. It was amazing. Bill looked like a big man who was used to speaking in front of a screen. There was no hesitation on his face, leading anyone to believe that he knew Zigga Company inside and out. "I can't blame you for trusting me with this, Bill. You never disappoint," Joana said. She then smiled to herself. Not only was she satisfied with Bill's smart answers, but she was also touched by his confession that he was a guardian angel.Although Bill didn't speak directly to Joana, the confession warmed Joana's face. Ah, not just the face, but also the heart. Slowly the warmth spread deep inside, causing a strange pounding that made Joana feel like she was soaring in the clouds."Guardian angel? Don't you think that's too sweet a title, Bill? Aren't you afraid I'll think you're flirting?" Joana said softly. Her gaze remained fixed on the tel
Apart from Joana, the live broadcast of Bill's interview with the television station yesterday was also witnessed by Anne. The woman who became Bill's ex-in-law was so shocked, she could hardly believe what she saw. She rubbed her eyes repeatedly and hoped it was just someone who looked like her. However, Anne could not avoid it when the host mentioned the name 'Mr. Bill Davis'. Evidently, he was not just a look-alike, but indeed the same person. "But how did he become a company officer? Isn't he just a man who can't do anything now?" Anne said sarcastically while staring. The television clearly showed the smile of Bill Davis, her former son-in-law. He had become a bigwig of the Zigga Company and was representing the company at events. Many times Bill smiled, many times Anne felt humiliated. From the look on his face, it was as if Bill was saying that he was no longer trash, he was greater than the people who had insulted him. "The company is on the rise now. So how did Bill get in
In the end, Miranda couldn't hide what hurt her the most because of Alan's betrayal. After dinner, she told Anne that she had sold all her jewelry in order to give money to Alan.Ever since Miranda kicked Bill out, Anne had been living with her. So, every day Miranda would see her mother and Anne would notice that Miranda never wore any jewelry anymore. That's why it was better for Miranda to tell her now."What did you say? You sold all your jewelry and gave all the money to Alan?" Anne looked shocked at Miranda's confession."Yes." Miranda said with some hesitation. "Oh my, Miranda! How could you be so stupid like that?" asked Anne in a squealing voice. Her gentle attitude towards her daughter vanished when it came to money and valuables.Miranda could only close her eyes for a moment and frown. Her mother's voice was truly deafening, even though Miranda had heard it many times before."Tell me, why did you do that, huh? That man should be the one giving you money, not the other wa
Miranda ran out of her room and approached Anne who was sitting on the sofa. His facial expression looked a little confused. Between shock and surprise."What is it?" asked Anne, frowning."Look at this, Mom." Miranda showed the video of Bill's interview which shocked her earlier.Anne looked at Miranda's cell phone screen for a moment, then looked back at the television show she was watching. Anne didn't look surprised at all, which made Miranda a little surprised."Don't you realize who this is? This is Bill, ma'am. This man is Bill. He is now a financial director." Miranda said as she showed her cellphone screen back to Anne.Anne put Miranda's cellphone away from her face, then took a deep breath."So what if that guy is Bill?" asked Anne casually.Miranda was stunned. Anne's facial expression did not show the slightest surprise, as if her mother had watched the video first."Mother doesn't feel surprised at all. Isn't this very unexpected?" Miranda muttered in surprise."Mother h
It was still morning when Bill came out of his study. He brought the financial reports that he had completed correctly. The destination was Joana's room. Bill wanted to submit the report to Joana himself."I need to see Mrs. Director," said Bill to secretary Joana who at that time opened the door for him."Sorry, sir, the Director is not coming to work today." The woman bowed respectfully and gave an answer that surprised Bill."Absent from work?" Bill repeated."That's right, sir. Director Joana is resting in her apartment. She's sick, so she can't come to work today." Secretary Joana answered."Okay, thanks for the information." Bill rubbed his face and then left secretary Joana.Bill returned to his room feeling annoyed, very worried about Joana's current condition. While sitting in his work chair, Bill took his cell phone and tried to contact Joana. But unfortunately, after calling several times, there was still no response from the woman."Joana, please. Pick up my phone so I kno