“Yes sir, we are now the majority shareholder of the Armstrong Group. The documents are on your desk.” Byron's lips curled into a sweet smile. This was just the beginning for him. Suddenly, his phone rang again but this time it was a call from Larry Armstrong, Maggi's uncle. He was the only one in support of his late brother when he gave Maggi out for marriage years ago. “Byron, son… It's been a while. Don't tell me Maggi is the one keeping you busy this time.” “Not at all, sir.”Larry sighed. “It’s almost time for the party, Maggi and the rest just arrived, are you already on your way?”Party? He didn't hear about any party. But either way, he didn't think attending a party where The Armstrong's would be present was a good idea. “Thank you, but I already have plans for this evening, sir.”“Don't tell me you're not going to attend my birthday dinner. Tell me, what did Maggi say you should do at home this time? She should cut you some slack! Be rest assured I'd talk to her.”Byro
Maggi was pleasantly surprised, she didn't expect to see the only daughter of Hunter Dashiel, AKA; Mr. Dee. Her father was the same client who had called and threatened to cancel his investments yesterday. Luckily they got that solved after signing their shares. She walked elegantly towards Larry and presented her gift with a slight bow, “Happy birthday, Mr. Armstrong. My father also sent his regards.” Larry and Mr. Dee weren't just business partners, they were also close pals. He opened the present to everyone's surprise. The legendary Kent Tea and a new ride?! Larry pressed the button on the key and the sound of the car made some noise, gaining everyone's attention. Though the car was parked outside the sound could be heard inside. “A Maybach for a birthday gift?” “My goodness!” Samantha knew this woman could not be messed with, for she was Larry's good friend's daughter, the Young mistress of The Dashiel clan. The Dashiels had been in to Wine products, auto
“12 million dollars?” Everyone gasped. They've never heard of any wine that cost such an amount before. Even Liam's La Luz Qutine doesn't come close.“B-But that's impossible!” Liam refused to accept it. “Can’t you see how he looks? There's no way a fucker like him can afford such amount!”“Exactly! He can't even afford to breathe, not to mention a 12 million dollars wine.” Old lady Jane snapped and the whole table nodded in agreement. “Grandma is right! How can a poor moron have such money?” Laila added.Larry sighed. “Where did you get this brew, Byron.” He asked calmly. He wanted to defend Byron but didn't know how to, considering the fact that he knows he's their live-in-son-in-law who had no job at the moment… at least that's what he knows.“A close relative gave it to me.” Byron said truthfully. It was actually his dad who gave in celebration of getting the 80 percent shares of The Armstrong Group. “What a cheap lie!” Samantha scowled, “Which of your relatives are capable of o
“Seems you two are really close. Byron, you never told me you knew the client's daughter.” Maggi asked. “Since when did you care?” Byron retorted with a hint of sarcasm. Maggi bit her lower lip as she saw the smile on Vanessa's face like she loved the reply Byron gave her. The atmosphere became intense. She never expected Byron to talk back at her. He had never done that to her before. Maggi swallowed hard. “I wanna talk to you.” She then turned to Vanessa who was still standing close to Byron like she couldn't read the room. “In private!” “I'm all ears.” He said. “I just said in private, Byron.” He shrugged, “Well I don't see any stranger here.” “Do you have to act so difficult?” Maggi frowned. She only wanted to have a conversation with him where Ms. Dash wouldn't be there but he's just a freaking piece of work. “You seem to have forgotten that we signed a paper. So, for the sake of peace we can't be seen alone.” “Yeah we signed papers and I think you shouldn'
Liam was dumbfounded. How can the mistress of the Dashiel clan openly say she likes this idiot? What was it with Byron always being lucky with women? Is he that charming? “Maggi, my dear!” Samantha suddenly called out, walking in their direction with furrowed brows. “Why did you leave so suddenly? You know you can't afford to be seen with penniless fools.” Samantha snapped, her eyes darting to Byron's face. “You know the president of Mega Corporation loves his women, thick and flawless! You can't afford to be seen around paupers. It might ruin your chance!” She hissed at Byron and whispered into Maggi's ears. “Information just reached me and Grandma Jane that the president is single.” Though her voice was pretty low, Byron was able to hear it. Hearing this, he chuckled slightly. Interesting… He's just finding out new things about himself from Samantha. Because since when has he liked his women thick? Though looking at Vanessa, he couldn't say Samantha was wrong.
At the Armstrong group, Old lady Jane was seated in The Seat Of Authority, at the head of the table facing the door. The entire board members were present including Vanessa who was basically in place of her father. Liam occasionally stole glances at her while the meeting was going on. Just then, the door swung open and Carol walked into the board room with a frown. “You have no right!” She slammed her documents on the table, facing the entire board members who were puzzled by her actions. “You have no right holding a meeting without my boss' presence!” Carol was mad. She turned to Jane with fury, “Being the majority shareholder of this company, my boss must be present before any decision or meeting is made.” “I suppose you know who the seat of authority is now meant for?” She said to everyone. Mega Corporation has the power now. And basically, that seat is meant for no one else other than her boss! Jane slammed her hands on the table, “This is my company!” “N
He sighed on the other end. She seems happy, he wouldn't want to take that away from his daughter. “Nothing serious, dear. It's some little issue I have to come settle in Emerald Hill.” “You're coming back home?” Vanessa was thrilled. But then, she knew he had a lot of work to do back in the west since his rank in the military was upgraded a few months ago. “What’s this about, dad?” She knows how dangerous her father can be sometimes considering the fact that he is the Lord of the underworld. “It's about your favorite uncle. But not to worry, I got everything under control.” He said with a note of finality before bidding her goodbye. She walked into her room to get dressed, still thinking about what her father said. She really hoped her uncle and cousin were fine. She hasn't heard from both of them in a while now. Later that evening, Vanessa's car pulled up in front of a luxurious building called Smiths Fab. Different luxury cars were parked at the restaurant's parking lot, p
“Uh… I'm sorry, I didn't, I didn't mean to.” Vanessa opened her eyes as Byron quickly pulled away from the kiss. The atmosphere became awkward as they both avoided eye contact with each other. “It's fine,” Vanessa replied. Though she was drunk, she kind of didn't regret the kiss. “I'll take you home.” Byron said and helped her into her car. She didn't come with her bodyguards so there was no way he would allow her to drive home. “Careful.” Byron said to her as he gently placed her on the car's back seat. In less than 30 minutes, they arrived at Vanessa's apartment. At the time Byron opened the back seat, she was already asleep, so with the help of the maid, he took her up to her room, placing her on the bed. While he covered her with the blanket, her phone beeped. A text message popped out shortly. It was from her Dad but Byron was unable to read it. He only saw the sender's contact was saved as ‘Papa’ Vanessa woke up the next morning and when she took her phone from the