Ava felt the intensity of Ameera’s words, but she didn’t flinch. Instead, she met Ameera’s gaze with a firm nod. “Understood,” she said calmly. “I assure you, there won’t be any issues. I’m committed to delivering exactly what you expect.”Ameera remained silent for a moment, assessing Ava one final time. Then, with a slight nod of approval, she stepped back, signaling that the conversation was over. Ameera turned to Chen with a decisive tone. “Chen, please bring the checkbook.”Chen nodded immediately and quickly retrieved the checkbook and a pen from a nearby desk. He approached Ameera and Ava, handing them over with a respectful demeanor.Ameera took the checkbook, carefully filled out the check for 30 percent of the total amount, which amounted to $300,000. After signing it, she handed it to Ava with a firm but measured gesture.Ava’s eyes lit up with satisfaction as she received the check. Her relief and happiness were palpable, and she took a moment to express her gratitude.“T
Aurora considered his words, then nodded, convinced. “You’re right,” she agreed, letting go of her curiosity. With that, they both turned and walked inside the hotel.Once inside, Aurora headed straight to her office, her mind already shifting to work matters. Ambrose, not wasting any time, made his way to his room. He quickly undressed and took a refreshing shower, letting the warm water wash away the day’s stress.Within twenty minutes, Ambrose was dressed, opting for a gentle yet stylish look. He chose a well-fitted white shirt, a pair of charcoal-gray slacks, and polished brown loafers. After adjusting his collar, he pulled open his wardrobe, picked up his car key, and headed out. Ambrose walked with purpose through the parking lot, heading straight for the AMG that had caught Aurora's attention earlier. Without hesitation, he unlocked the sleek car, got inside, and started the engine. The powerful roar of the engine hummed to life as he expertly maneuvered the vehicle out of the
Ambrose leaned forward slightly, his eyes narrowing in thought. "How many executives are in this company, and how many don’t agree with me being chairman?"Anna took a deep breath, prepared for the question. "There are ten executives in total. Three of them aren’t comfortable with your appointment, while the other seven are more open-minded or neutral. Some of them might even support you, recognizing that your leadership could bring fresh perspectives and opportunities to the company.”Ambrose nodded, absorbing the information. "What’s the problem with the other three, actually?" he asked, his tone measured.Anna hesitated before responding, knowing this could be a delicate topic. "The first person feels that he should have been the one appointed as chairman. He’s been with the company for decades and has significantly contributed to its financial success. In his eyes, his extensive experience and efforts in building the company’s wealth should have been recognized with the top positi
Ambrose nodded thoughtfully, "Is that all?"Anna nodded in affirmation but added, "Master, there’s also an upcoming auction for the land the government is releasing for mining. It’s a prime location."Ambrose's eyebrows raised slightly. "Any problems with that?”Anna nodded again, her expression serious. "Yes, Master. There are strong participants vying for it from different cities. Some are foreign companies with branches around this country. The competition will be fierce. But I’m hopeful we can secure it because the land is incredibly fertile for mining operations."Ambrose nodded, confidence evident in his voice. "Don't worry, we’re taking it. I have no intention of losing this opportunity."Anna nodded in agreement, understanding his determination."Also," Ambrose continued, crossing his legs and shifting slightly in his chair, "I want to bring some businesses here to Sandalwood.""What kind of business do you have in mind?" Anna inquired, curious about his new venture."A transp
As Ava stood there, the tiredness beginning to fade from her face, she glanced over at Dera, who was still by her side. “Dera,” Ava said thoughtfully, “since you’re not working anywhere at the moment, would you be willing to help me with this project? I have a lot on my plate, and I could really use some extra hands.”Dera looked surprised for a moment, taken aback by the sudden request. “You want me to help you with the project?” she asked, a hint of curiosity in her voice.“Yes,” Ava nodded, a hopeful look in her eyes. “There are so many things to manage, and having someone I trust by my side would make a big difference. Plus, I’d pay you for your time and effort. It would be like a proper job.”Dera smiled, touched by Ava’s offer. “Of course, Ava,” she replied warmly. “I’d be happy to help you. You don’t have to worry about the payment.”“No, no,” Ava insisted. “I want to pay you. You’d be doing a lot, and your time is valuable. Besides, this is a big project, and I want to make su
Ava's expression darkened instantly. She was about to stand up, her chair scraping against the floor, but her mother quickly reached out, grabbing her hand to stop her. "Please, Ava, listen to me. Just for a moment, please.” Ava sighed heavily, reluctantly sitting back down. "Can we not talk about him, please? I don't want to hear his name, Mom." Elizabeth squeezed Ava’s hand gently, trying to calm her. "Listen to me, Ava. It’s important." Ava shook her head, her frustration bubbling to the surface. "I don’t want to talk about him," she insisted. Seeing her daughter's determination, Elizabeth decided to change her approach. "Alright," she said softly, "if you don't want to talk about him, fine. But at least give me his contact.” Ava's eyes narrowed, anger in her gaze. "I don’t want you to call him either," she warned. "It’s like he’s changed his SIM card or something. Even if you tried, you wouldn’t get through." Elizabeth continued to press, her tone persuasive and calm. "Just g
Aurora continued to feed Ambrose, carefully bringing each bite to his mouth. After a few moments, she picked up the glass of water and held it to his lips, watching as he took a sip. Her eyes sparkled with happiness as she said, “You know, this is my first time feeding a man like this.”Ambrose raised an eyebrow, a hint of amusement on his face. “Really?” he asked.Aurora nodded eagerly, smiling brightly. “Yes, really. I’ve never done this before. It feels… different, but nice.” She seemed genuinely delighted, her tone light and cheerful as she continued to feed him with a kind of excitementAmbrose chuckled softly, “Well, this is my first time being fed like a baby.” His eyes twinkled with amusement, and Aurora laughed along with him, clearly enjoying the moment.A few minutes later, after Ambrose had finished his meal, Aurora carefully set the bowls aside and looked at him with a warm smile. “Do you want anything else?” she asked, her tone gentle and attentive.Ambrose shook his hea
Aurora blinked rapidly, snapping out of her daze. “Yes, yes!” she replied quickly, her cheeks flushing with embarrassment. “I was just… focused on the movie,” she added, a little too hastily.Ambrose raised an eyebrow, clearly not entirely convinced but choosing not to press further. “Alright,” he said, a hint of amusement in his tone. “Just making sure you’re still with me.”Aurora nodded, trying to steady her racing heart. “Yeah, I’m here,” she murmured, attempting to appear as if nothing unusual had happened. She shifted slightly in his arm, but she didn’t pull away. As they continued watching, the movie transitioned into a more intense scene. The atmosphere in the room shifted as the characters on screen moved closer, their breaths quickening, eyes locking in a gaze filled with desire. Aurora's eyes widened slightly as the scene unfolded. The characters' hands roamed over each other, the heat between them almost tangible. The room seemed to grow warmer despite the cold air from