As his nephew hesitated to comply with his command, his uncle closed in on him with a deliberate slowness, each step heavy with intent. Locking eyes with his nephew, he spoke in a low, ominous tone."Did I not make myself clear?" His voice held a steely edge as he continued, "Kneel in front of Mr. King, or else..." The unspoken threat hung heavy in the air, leaving no room for defiance.As Jacob contemplated the situation, he couldn't help but acknowledge that if it were anyone else, he would have stood by his nephew's side and taught the other person a lesson. However, the unexpected twist was that his nephew had offended someone as powerful as Mr. King.Jacob was acutely aware of Caleb's position as the chairman of a multibillion-dollar company with vast assets, making him even more influential than Frank and Mr. Cole, who both worked for him.The realization dawned on him: how could he risk offending someone as significant as Mr. King for the sake of his nephew?Mr. Stevens scoffed
As everyone else began to disperse, Cassie remained rooted to the spot, her eyes fixed on Caleb as he shook hands with Jacob. Their whispered conversation piqued her curiosity, but she was too stunned to move. She stood there, unsure of what to say or do, feeling a mix of confusion and awe at the unfolding events.As Caleb walked towards the couch and settled down, picking up a magazine, Cassie's gaze remained fixed on him. She couldn't help but feel a whirlwind of emotions swirling inside her, leaving her unable to articulate her thoughts. All she knew was that she had missed out on a significant opportunity the previous night, and now, watching Caleb, she couldn't help but wonder what could have been.Caleb glanced up from the magazine, catching Cassie's gaze as she stared at him. Raising a single eyebrow, he returned her stare, waiting for her to speak. "Why haven't you left with the others?" he inquired, his voice calm yet curious.Cassie hesitated for a moment, fidgeting with
Despite Caleb's unexpected decision to add her to WeFriends, Miss Roberts remained stunned, but quickly recovered and shot Cassie a narrowed-eyed glare.With a satisfied smile, Cassie returned her gaze back and watched as Caleb searched for her ID and sent her a friend request. As she accepted it, a wave of relief washed over her. Only a few minutes ago, she had harbored doubts about ever forming a connection with him. Just before she made her way to the door, believing she stood no chance with him whatsoever, her hopes had dwindled. But now, as they exchanged friend requests on WeFriends, they were overcoming the divide between them, forging a new bond.A bond with an extremely rich and powerful man.Cassie hesitated for a moment before mustering up the courage to speak. "Okay, bye then. I'll see you soon, right?" she said, her voice slightly shaky.But before she could turn away, Caleb stopped her with a gentle hand on her arm. "Wait a moment, Cassie. There's something I need t
As Sophia arrived home, her mother was waiting for her by the door, a stern expression etched on her face. Sophia attempted to walk past her, but her mother swiftly grabbed her hand, preventing her from escaping the impending confrontation."I've been waiting for your call for the past hour and a half," her mother scolded, her tone laced with frustration. "Your father—""How many times do I have to tell you, he's not my father, he's your husband," Sophia interjected sharply, but her mother ignored her correction, continuing her tirade."—has been anxiously waiting for your call to inform him if you've secured the deal for the villa," her mother insisted, her grip tightening on Sophia's hand.Sophia struggled and managed to break free from her mother's grasp, her expression tight with frustration and anxiety. Without a word, she marched into the house, her mother hot on her heels, demanding answers."Did you find a villa within our budget?" her mother pressed impatiently. "And if so,
Caleb leaned in slightly, ensuring Miss Roberts understood the gravity of his words."Miss Roberts, I won't be signing the contract myself," he began, his voice low but firm. "Instead, I need you to contact Miss Sofia Walters and inform her that you agree to the one million dollars for the villa she liked. However, under no circumstances should you mention the additional 1.75 million dollars I'll be paying the excess for the villa. It's to be kept as a secret, a gift without her knowledge of its source. Do you understand?"Miss Roberts was speechless as she stared at Caleb, her mind a whirlwind of conflicting emotions. Who was this Sophia? Despite everything that had transpired earlier, Caleb's thoughts were still fixated on her. Was she a relative, or perhaps something more? Jealousy gnawed at her insides, consuming her with every passing moment.Caleb raised an eyebrow, his gaze unwavering as he awaited her response."Do you understand?" he asked again.Before Miss Roberts could re
As Cassie laid eyes on the villa, she was utterly speechless."Unfu*kingbelievable," she whispered dumbfounded.She couldn't help but compare it to her own villa and surroundings, realizing that they paled in comparison to the luxury and elegance that surrounded Caleb's estate.In the community, Caleb's villa stood like a majestic palace, making him seem like a king. Cassie felt a surge of excitement, envisioning herself as his queen, determined to secure her place by his side, no matter what it took."The villa is massive," Cassie breathed, her eyes gleaming with excitement as she covered her mouth in disbelief.Mr. Jackson nodded enthusiastically. "Yes, indeed, Miss Roberts. The villa itself spans over 900 square meters, with expansive courtyards and lawns sprawling over 2500 square meters in total. And there's more – a swimming pool, a tennis court, a basketball court, and even a guest bungalow at the back."Cassie's excitement reached new heights as she absorbed Mr. Jackson's word
Cassie and Caleb stood facing each other in the romantic ambiance of the room, a moment pregnant with anticipation. Cassie awaited some sort of confession or declaration from Caleb, her eyes shimmering with hope. Meanwhile, Caleb couldn't help but wonder what he had gotten himself into, feeling slightly uncomfortable in the situation.As Cassie waited for Caleb to make the first move, she could sense his distraction, his thoughts seemingly elsewhere. Determined to seize her chance to impress him and secure her place as the queen of the villa, she prepared to charm him with her every move. Yet, the lingering presence of Miss Roberts downstairs gave her pause, a moment of hesitation as she considered the best approach to navigate the situation.As Cassie stood in the room, contemplating her next move, she couldn't shake the feeling of missed opportunity from the night before, blaming Tracy for her interference. Determined not to let anyone, especially Miss Roberts, thwart her plans a
"All these things made me believe... made me hope that maybe you wanted me as your girlfriend," she admitted softly, her gaze dropping to the floor.Caleb listened to Cassie's words, his mind swirling with a mix of confusion and disbelief. He stood there dumbfounded, unable to formulate a response as he processed what she had just said. Cassie took a deep breath, her gaze unwavering as she spoke. "Caleb, I know we had a misunderstanding yesterday at the bar, but now that it's cleared up, I have a better impression of you," she said earnestly. "Now, I'm willing to be your girlfriend if you'll have me."Caleb's eyebrows furrowed as he processed her words. He wasn't sure how to respond to her sudden declaration."Look Cassie, I think you nay have misunderstood me..." he began to say"Misunderstood....?" She asked softly."Yes. I did add you to WeFriends because you asked nicely, and I didn't mind getting to know you," Caleb began, his tone gentle but firm. "But after what happened last