“Where are my phone and laptop?” Ellie bombarded me as soon as I enter the nursery room.“Ellie, it's best if you will focus your time with our children,” I said.She glared at me.“I’m not stupid, Ulie. I know why did you hide my phone and laptop. I am not weak as you think.” She said in a cold voice.I knew she would be angry at me. I don't want her to be hurt.“I know, but let me handle this,” I said, full of concern.“I don’t need you to fight my battles. I have been doing this alone, and I handled it perfectly well.” “But I want to. Just let me deal with them, please, Ellie.” I know she's strong and independent because she has no choice. Her parents died when she just graduated from college. She needs to take over the company at the age of 21. It's not easy for a 21-year-old girl to take that enormous responsibility. She was alone then, but not anymore. I am here for her to fight with her battles. “Ulie, let us make this clear. You are only allowed to make decisions for the k
“Great because I have now the lead.” My eyes widen. They got the lead this fast! LHI is a company you can’t easily beat. “Did you know RV Engineering and Architectural Services?” He asked in a serious voice.I smirked. I knew it. They are behind this.“Of course, I know them. They are the leading company in the architecture and engineering industry here in the country.” I said. “Okay. But did you have any issue or conflict with them?”“Are they the one behind all these?”He nodded. I saw his jaw clenched.I sighed aloud. “My hint is right.”His forehead creased. “What do you mean?” “Who was your Architect and Engineer in your existing hotels here in the country?” I asked instead.His eyes widen. He got my point.“Oh yeah! Why didn’t I think about that? I don't care if they are the leading company in this industry. I will make them pay for what they did to you.” He said in a menacing voice.“But our priority is to clear my name in this issue,” I said.He looks at me with gentleness
Four days before we announced the press conference“Ellie, I have a meeting today with RV shitty company,” I informed her.She chuckled. “You are so mean, Ulie.”I clenched my jaw. “That name suits their company. I will never forgive them for what they did to you. I will surely make them pay. They insulted you an Escarrer.”Her forehead creased. “I am not part of Escarrer.” She corrected me.I smirked. “The moment you gave birth to our children, you automatically became part of the Escarrer family.”She rolled her eyes. “Don’t you dare tell that to anyone?! You might not be able to get married when they hear that. They will assume that we are in a relationship or something.” “I don’t plan to marry anyone,” I told her.“Oh yeah! I forgot. You didn’t want to get married.” She said, then chuckled.“Well, I don’t mind getting married if you are the bride,” I told her. She just laughed. “Whatever, Ulie!”I shrugged. She never believes me whenever I say this thing to her. But I am serious
‘Hey Ellie, are you available for a meeting?’ “I guess. Why?” ‘We will be opening a restaurant in Tagaytay, and we want CIC to do this project.”My eyes widen. I was surprised when Nick calls me all of a sudden. Wow! After LHI, we will be working on another big project.Hearts Restaurant Group is a famous restaurant here in the Philippines because of its reputation in the US. They were one of the known high-end restaurants in America. My issue about LHI will end soon. The press conference will happen in three days. “Are you sure that you like us to take this project? I mean, you know my issue.” I said.‘Yes, I am sure. Yes, I know about your issue with LHI. But I also know that all of those were lies. I have seen you and your team work first hand. I know how great your skills are. That is why I want you to handle this project because I know you will do great.’“Wow! I’m flattered. Thank you for believing in us. I would love to work with Hearts Restaurant Group.”‘Great! I know y
“You look pale, Ellie. Are you sick?” Ulie asked.He looks at me with pure concern on his face.“No. I’m good. I wasn’t able to sleep well because I am thinking about today’s meeting.” I lied.The truth is, I wasn’t able to sleep at all because his kiss last night keeps bugging me.Ulie and I were clear about our relationship. We are nothing but Alistair and Amelia’s parents. We are both aware that we don’t need to pretend a couple for the twins. We want to raise them fully aware of their parent’s actual relationship status.I never ask him to be faithful because we are not in a relationship; we were never will. I knew why he was friendly with me and why he treats our children well; it was all because of the freedom that he got because of us.But now, I don’t understand why he is not living a man's life with freedom. He always gave most of his time with the twins and me. I have never seen him go out to a party or had fun with his friends. He acts as if he was a married man.I was back
Today is the most awaited press conference of LHI. “Are you ready?”I smirked at Ulie. “Of course.”He offers his hand to me, and I gladly accepted it.Aside from Ulie and me, Nick will also be joining the press conference along with the legal representative from CIC and LHI.Ellie's family is with us. They will stay in the waiting room beside the hall where the press conference will happen. They will watch the live press conference there. And they will take care of the twins for the time being.Jace opens the hall for us. Many reporters from all TV networks, newspapers, radio, and magazines attended. The non-stop flashing camera started as soon as they saw us entering the hall. Jace stays beside the stage while we continue to go to our designated seats. A legal representative of LHI gave the opening statement. He told the press that they are only allowed to ask questions after we answer the issue. He gave them two main issues that we will answer. Is Mr. Ulysses Kade Escarrer th
“Of course there is. And we already know who is the person behind all these.”The media started to murmur and flash cameras again.This is a big scoop for everyone. They will not miss it for the world.The legal representative started to explain my claims.“After the commotion in the LHI resorts media launch, our company started to investigate. It’s obvious that it was well planned and someone is behind this.” He started his speech.“We look on the bank account of the person who maliciously accused Ms. Cabello of doing dirty tactics to get the LHI Resort Project.”“And we found this on his bank account three days before the said event.” The monitor showed them the bank transaction of the person he mentioned but it didn’t reveal the person who transferred the money to the said bank account. “Also, days after the event, he was seen meeting Mr. Ventura of RV Engineering and Architectural Services.” He revealed.“Are you saying that Mr. Ventura of RV Engineering and Architectural Servic
After the press conference regarding CIC’s credibility in getting the LHI Resort Project, our company was still a hot topic in the country. The only difference now is that all the write-ups were positive. Our credibility is now cleared, and our stocks tripled- the stocks will be considered at an all-time high, thanks to Nicholas Hearst and Ulysses Kade Escarrer.“Ellie, the receptionist, called, and she told me that Mr. Ventura is in the lobby and he wanted to talk to you. I told her that you would not meet him, but Mr. Ventura insist on meeting you, and now he is making a scene in the lobby.” Luna reported to me.I am not surprised by his sudden visit. I heard that his company is facing bankruptcy because of his scheme. When Ulie announced that they blocked listed RV, it was expected that it will be the end for Mr. Ventura’s company.No one will want or even attempt to work with them. Working with them means that they are on Escarrer’s bad side. It will surely be hard for Mr. Ventura