All took seats in the beautiful dining room of Hopkins’s mansion.The spacious room has a large mahogany rectangular dining table topped with a charming chandelier that hangs from the white ceiling. It is a room fit for royalty with stylish modern glam style, as the custom black and white floor matched the dark gray walls.No doubt that John Hopkins is the owner of this place.“How are you, Gaston? I was so worried about you,” Harold said to his former secretary.Because Chairman Harold was busy handling the issue and pretending rumors to spread, this is the first time he saw Gaston after the poisoning incident.“I am fine, Chairman. Thank you for worrying,” Gaston replied.“Chairman? Didn’t I already fire you? Why are you still calling me like that?” Harold complained.Chuckles filled the air.“Right. I forgot. Sorry Grandpa,” Gaston replied.“I heard you took good care of my son. I am so grateful, Mr. Solice,” John said to Harold.“If you knew how much Gaston helped me before, I sh
One by one the foods which were cooked by exclusive chefs were served. The first set includes Wild Mushroom Toast, Salmon with Lemon White Bean, Seasoned Grilled Potatoes, Fresh baked bread with butter and French onion soups. Saliva pooled in Jurgen’s mouth while looking at the foods in front of him. Sitting next to Gaston, Jurgen picked up the spoon. He was about to scoop in his soup, but ceased when Divine spoke. “Eat a lot, Gaston. You just came out of the hospital so you had to eat well,” Divine said. When Gaston lifted his eyes, he saw an expression that says Divine knows him better than anyone. Chairman Harold and Chairman John ogled at the two. Amid the sudden pause, a loud clinking of cutlery echoed. Everyone turned their head to Jurgen, who dropped the spoon. “Oh,” Jurgen gasped. “I am really sorry. I am still not used to eating in this kind of elegant dinner.” Since Jurgen was holding a dessert spoon for eating soup, they could tell that he wasn’t knowledgeable ab
“I will be successful with this.” A man named Edgar Himber promised that he will be successful with the new vehicle that he will release in public. However, before he released the new invention, he was scammed by his own wife, lost money, was in debt and soon went to prison after he was framed for tax evasion. Edgar will spend five years in prison just for being a loyal husband and a diligent worker. While in prison, Gaston heard a lot about this amazing but unfortunate Edgar. “Did you hear that the Xtreme company released a new vehicle that can fly through air?” “Fly through the air? That does not make sense.” “It’s true!” Eating bread in the cafeteria, Gaston looked at the prisoners who were talking about a vehicle that can fly through air. “It is! I read it in the newspaper this morning. Only rich people can buy that though. But whoever came up with that invention must be a genius.” Suddenly, a man slammed the table. Everyone, including Gaston, looked at the man sitting
While looking through the documents, John suddenly burst out laughing. His secretary, David, looked at him with curiosity. What made the Chairman laugh all of a sudden? “Did you know what Gaston asked me as soon as the dinner was over?” John asked David. So, David inquired, “What is it, Sir?” “He asked me to lend him money because he is going to invest. He really is my son, right?” David nodded his head. He was also awed at Gaston’s ability. ‘He even caught me stealing from the Chairman. That shows how capable he is,’ David thought. “Do you have any idea which company my son would invest with?” John flung a question. “I am not sure, Chairman. But I heard that he went to West Street early this morning.” “I see.” John closed the folder and then said, “Can you call Jurgen to come inside my office?” “Alright, Chairman.” David went out of the office. As soon as he stepped out, he saw Jurgen waiting outside the room. Jurgen stiffened when he saw Secretary David. It is because D
Sonny couldn’t believe the news that Gaston rejected his daughter in front of everyone. “So, it’s true. I cannot use my daughter anymore,” Sonny said while sitting in front of his desk. If Divine will be useless to gain the heir of the Hopkins’, then Sonny only thought of one thing. ‘I should go directly to Gaston and persuade him to team up with me, rather than being in the same team with Griffti,’ he thought. But can Sonny really put down his pride just to gain Gaston’s trust? If it is to inherit the Hamington group, he will do anything. “Vice President, here is the list of the companies who will launch their new motorbike next week. They are waiting to see which one Hamington will choose to sponsor.” Sonny looked at the lists of the companies. There are 20 companies listed, and that made Sonny frown. “Why are these twenty?” he asked. “ We put the large and small companies together, Sir.” Sonny threw the list on the table. “I think you forgot something. We are Hamington g
Sonny entered the car while breathing heavily. He was fuming in anger. “What did he say? He doesn’t have any remaining business with me?” Sonny uttered while gritting his teeth. He then, looked at his secretary. “Look for Hamington Architecture Firm’s next project this month,” Sonny said. He looked at the blank space and grinned. “Gaston will regret supporting my nephew instead of me.” Gaining the support of the Hopkins’ heir is like eating a spoonful of diamond. And that’s why Sonny wanted to have Gaston by his side. Unfortunately, Gaston will never choose the family who once degraded him and even framed him for murder. Inside Griffti’s office, Gaston placed the plant vase on the table, next to the CEO’s nameplate. Behind his, Griffti drank his calming medicine while sitting on the couch. Touching the leaves of the plants that Gaston brought with him, he said, “You’re welcome.” Griffti looked at his visitor with a frown. “I haven’t thanked you yet.” “But your face says so,”
John invited his son to eat lunch with him in a restaurant. Before they started to eat, John gave an envelope to Gaston. Gaston opened the envelope and was surprised to see the content. It is a proof signed by the Chairman that he is transferring 30% shares of Hopkins corporation to Gaston and making him the new CEO of Hopkins Mall. “F-Father,” Gaston stuttered after seeing this. Wordless, he looked at John. John smiled at his son. “When you first came to ask me a favor, I was disappointed that you only asked me to lend you money. Do I look cheap to you?” “Of c-course not, but this is…” “Too much?” No. Gaston knew that someday, his father would give him the Hopkins’ shares and let him manage a company. But he didn’t expect this to come soon. “Levi,” John called him by his real name. “You are my only son. The precious child your mom gave to me before she died. Giving you these is nothing compared to the time that I didn’t give to you before.” Gaston put the document back in
Gaston stood in front of the main entrance of the Hopkins Mall.Wearing blue matched suits, black necktie and shiny black leather shoes, he looked at the giant building he now owns.His eyes focused at the building and the entrance of it, and then he felt the burning sensation in his throat.‘This building is mine,’ reminding himself with these thoughts, he traversed forward the entrance of the company.Beside him, there are 10 guards walking side by side. The employees of the mall lined up to meet the new CEO of the company.When the saleslady saw the new CEO walking at the center with a confident look in his face, they were awed.He’s a total catch. Their mouths opened widely, followed by unstoppable blushing of their cheeks.Gaston has a face that will make every woman in the world show their affection for him.“Is that the Chairman’s son? He’s a total p*nty stripper,” a saleslady whispered to her friend.“Hey. Watch your mouth. Do you want to get fired?”“But still, he’s really my