Chapter 72Jake began to tremble all of a sudden. He was scared to even stare at the screen since they had just two minutes left before the timer went off. Even before the result was announced, he had begun to feel like a failure and was already facepalming himself for getting too involved in the competition only to lose with just a point. Nudging him, Liam tried to get his attention but he ignored him totally. He felt he was the one who had made them loose and Liam was about to chide him for it. “Cut it man.” Liam chided, hitting his shoulder slightly.Just as Jake raised his head, the timer went off and he sank into his seat with his head buried to the floor. Now worried that something had happened to him, Liam held his shoulder.“What is it?” Liam asked, shaking his shoulders. Amidst the noise in the hall, he was more concerned about how his friend was faring and was getting scared that something had gone wrong. Still trying to get his attention, the school representative walke
Chapter 73Shocked to see her, didn't know how to react to the surprise as she kept congratulating him repeatedly. It took Liam's and Jake's joint efforts to get her down; otherwise, she was ready to cling to him, not minding the cameras that were flashing and taking a record of everything that was happening. Now holding her shoulders, Liam stared deep into her eyes, trying to get his answers from them even without asking questions but all he could see was joy glistening in them.It was as if she was the one who had won the competition and this alone made him pull her to himself, crushing her in a bear hug. This was the first time someone apart from Jake and Rose was showing sincere care about his success. Overwhelmed, a lone tear escaped from his eyes while Naya sobbed over his shoulder. She couldn't contain the happiness that was running through her veins no matter how much she tried. “Liam, it's time for the press conference.” Jake said, breaking into their moment.Naya having
Chapter 74After a lengthy talk with Rose, Liam returned to the table to join Naya and Jake who were chatting heartily like they had known each other for a while now.He joined in the conversation and it kept on going that they lost count of time until Wren whom had refused to sit on the same table with them arrived and told them that it was late. “Where do you live?” Naya asked Jake. “The School dormitory.” he replied, already thinking of heading to the Bus stop so he would return to school. “Wren, please you will drop him off before you take us home.” She said and he nodded. Now on her feet, she began to walk behind him while Jake and Liam remained on the table for a while. Leaning towards Liam, Jake hit his shoulder lightly and with a bright smile on his face he asked, “Is she putting up this act?” “What are you talking about?” Liam replied with a raised brow.“Her behavior.” he said, hitting his palm against the table, he said, “I haven't seen a rich girl this humble before.
Chapter 75Liam still left his hand suspended until Naya who felt it was getting too dangerous since all gaze were now on him kicked him from under the table. “What are you saying to it? Are you accepting the offer?” Granny Elena asked. She was impatient waiting for his response but since she needed him, she tried not to throw a fit about it. Titling his head to the side, Liam dropped his cutlery and with his hands clasped his took in a deep breath. After looking around for a while, he snapped his head upwards. “Thank you Grandma, i appreciate your effort in trying to help me with a job but… I'm not an intern at AI technology.” He said, pressing his lips into a thin line, he tried to complete his statement only for Nathan to cut in. “Who do you think is dumb here? You better get a grip on yourself and stop acting overboard.” He snapped. “He thinks since Mr. Jones showed him around he is going to get a job there. After the internship, you still have a long way to go. Grandma is ju
Chapter 76It was now two days since after the competition and for that two days, Liam had made sure he got enough rest against the workload that he was going to be ladened with when he resumed work. That morning, Naya walked up to him with a long face. Pushing her iPad in front of him, she flopped on the seat next to him and with her hands across her chest, she said, “If only you agreed to look at the proposal the last time, I wouldn't be rejected.” she said with a scowl. “What are you talking about?” Liam asked, raising his brow at her. When she didn't say anything, he scrolled through her iPad and was able to detect the error almost immediately.Smiling at her, he patted her hand that was resting on the table but the scowl never left her face. “It's just a minor issue.” He said as he scrolled through his phone. After sending file to her which she received immediately, he said, “Add it to the proposal, you're good to go.” He said. “Sure? You mean I don't need to change anything?
Chapter 77Silvan kept throwing tantrums, making claims that Liam was busy trying to get back at him after their last encounter in the boardroom and so a professional from another company was invited to check what Liam said and to his disappointment, Liam's claim was verified. “With all fingers pointing out to you now, the penalty for breaching the contract will be put in place now.” Mr. Jones said. Aria immediately pressed a button and at once the official document regarding a contract breach was displayed on the screen.“If you think we are being unfair here, don't hesitate to file a lawsuit.” Mr. Jones said.Scowling, Silvan raised his hand above his head and with a hard voice said, “Just get ready with your legal team if I discover it's all a sham. Meanwhile, I will pay for the contract breach.” After the whole boardroom saga had been rectified, Liam took his leave. He was heading to his office when Silvan's voice filtered in his head and at once he halted, turning slowly in hi
Chapter 78The following day, since Naya had to meet with Mr. Jones and other members of the board of directors, she woke up as early as possible and by seven am, she was already out with Wren.Since it was unusual and they didn't discuss anything about it the previous day, Liam was scared that something had happened. At first, he didn't want to call her but when he remembered she was his responsibility and per adventure something happens to her he would be held responsible for it, he dialed her contact. “Good morning sleepy head.” Naya shrieked on the other end. They were almost getting to their destination. Hearing her calm voice, Liam was relieved but that didn't make him hung up. Rubbing his nape, he leaned against the cold wall, “Where are you?” “Oops, sorry I forgot to tell you about it last night. I got an email inviting me to AI tech for the contract signing.” She replied hurriedly, biting her bottom lips as she hoped he wasn't furious with her. Exhaling deeply, he cross
Chapter 79Liam didn't act as if he had heard anyone speak, rather, he resumed eating like no one was there, making the cousins pissed. Granny Elena didn't react to any of this. Of course she was wondering how possible Naya's claim was but she didn't show. “Why will I make up stories? Do you guys really take me for a joke?” Naya asked with a raised brow. She was glaring murderously at her cousins now who were acting carefree. Crossing her hand on her chest, she scoffed. “Stop making a mountain out of a molehill. Liam didn't offer to help you. You're just trying to push him upwards so he would get recognition.” Sam said. Before Naya could give a response to this, Nathan cleared his throat noisily and immediately all attention was fixed on him, he clasped his hand and then leaned towards Naya since she was directly opposite him. “Are you trying desperately to increase the rank of your lowlife husband? For crying out loud, he has nothing to offer and so he should stay hidden.” The