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The Secret Life of Him 68. The Consultant
The bidding day happened. Dwayne's company set-up a secret meeting inside their company. Since they only have three investors who will bid for the stocks. First one, Mister Suarez. He was also a businessman. He liked to invest in companies. That was how he got rich. Because he doesn’t only invest in ordinary companies.The second one was Madam Ching. The president's wife. She was a businesswoman too. And knowing that she was interested in the Jacinto network. They already knew what she was after. Then there was Johnson Floyd Lim, the son of the wealthiest man in the world. Dwayne was interested in him because he already had the JL network. Why would Lim want his company? Do they want to finally claim the Crotia? Build their empire here too? Dwayne will never know until he meets him. Yes, he was hoping to finally meet him. Johnson Floyd Lim never showed himself to anyone. “Is everything ready?” Dwayne asked Ben. They were already walking down the hallway to the meeting room. “Yes, s
The Secret Life of Him 69. Escaped
Roxane kept on walking back and forth inside her office. She was waiting for the time to pass as she would finally meet Floyd to save her. But she felt like her heart would burst out because of the nervousness she was feeling. Dwayne was also expecting her to go to the meeting room. She won't go there anymore because it was the only time that she could get away from Dwayne. She smiled when she saw from her wristwatch that it was the bidding time already. Roxane went to her door and opened it. She saw her bodyguard standing just in front of her door. “Hey. You can have a break for now. I'll just go to Dwayne's meeting.”“I will send you there, madam.”“No! It's okay. You can come back here later.” The guard sighed and nodded. He had also meant to ask Roxane if he could get out. His wife had just called him and his daughter was in the hospital. So he agreed even though he knew that his boss wouldn't like it. The company was sealed and Roxane wouldn’t get away if she did. He’ll just b
The Secret Life of Him 70. Won
The bidding continued. Ben explained what the investor would get if they successfully bid for the shares. The investor will have the same rights as the board members. He or she also had the right to tell his opinion to the board. He would have the right to decide too, as he was the second-largest shareholder in the company. That was why Dwayne had to choose the right investor for his company. Someone who will not dare to take everything from him. Someone not like Johnson Floyd Lim. “Three-fifty here,” Madam Ching said. Dwayne looked at her and nodded. They started their bidding at three hundred million dollars. And it was Madam Ching who immediately announced their bid. “Three hundred and fifty million dollars for Madam Ching. Anyone who wants to–” “Four hundred,” Mister Suarez cut Ben. “Four hundred million dollars for Mister Suarez.” Dwayne looked at Minerva. “How about you, Miss Wang? Aren’t you bidding for your boss?” Minerva smiled and looked at Dwayne. “Of course, I am.” S
The Secret Life of Him 71. The Son
“It's nice doing business with you, Mister Jacinto. Mister Lim would be delighted for sure.” Minerva shook hands with Dwayne. “I hope we forget our past differences now because we are already partners?”Dwayne chuckled. “Sure. I don't want any hard feelings with my business partners.” “Is it the same with me?” Aby asked. Dwayne looked at Aby. “Of course,” he said bitterly. If it was not for Mister Lim, he wouldn't want to talk with her ex-wife. He knew what she was after. “Good.”“I must say, we should go now, Mister Jacinto. We still need to report this to Mister Lim.”“Sure. But I hope the next time we have a meeting. Mister Lim himself will show up. I am looking forward to meeting my new investor.”“Sure,” Minerva smiled. After the meeting with Dwayne, Minvera and Aby went out of the building. They had smiles on their faces as they were walking out. “I knew we could get those shares,” Aby said proudly. “You should behave yourself sometimes, Miss Chua. Or you will be a headach
The Secret Life of Him 72. Don't leave
Roxane woke up to find that she was already in a room. The bed was soft and she felt like she was lying in the clouds. She still couldn’t believe what she had just learned. Floyd, the man she left because he had nothing. The man that she swore she would never get back with. Was it the reason that Floyd successfully left the prison? She grunted and sat down. She felt like she was betrayed suddenly. The door opened and Belinda entered the room. “Roxane. You are awake. How are you?” Roxane scoffed and laid back again. “I don’t know if I am okay, mother. Why didn't you tell us about it?” Belinda put the tea on the side table. Then she sat down on the bed. “Why? Are you really that surprised that Floyd was not the man you really know? That he was not the man you left like trash?” Roxane’s eyebrows knitted. She sat down again and looked hard at Belinda. “I know what I did! But you lied to us!” “To us? You are not my son’s partner anymore. Why would you think I lied to you?” “I’m still
The Secret Life of Him 73. Women
“What did you tell Miguel? I thought you were leaving!” Floyd asked. He was inside his office now with Roxane. “Huh? I didn’t tell him anything!” “Then why is Miguel saying that?!” Roxane gasped and glared at Floyd. “Don’t you ever raise your voice at me! Who do you think you are?!” she raised her voice. But she immediately realized what she had done. She gulped and averted her gaze. Floyd was not just an ordinary man either. And more importantly, she needed his help. “I-I’m sorry.” Floyd smirked and shook his head. “Fine. You can stay here for a while. But you will leave after a week.” “What? But what if Miguel didn’t want me to leave!” Floyd pointed his finger at Roxane. “I don’t care! And don’t think you are caring for him! I know what you are planning, Roxane. You are here only because of Miguel. And you will leave this house after I talk with Miguel!” Roxane clenched her fists. She wanted to shout at Floyd. To say hurtful words to him like she always does. But she co
The Secret Life of Him 74. With Her
Floyd allowed Roxane to stay for a week at the mansion. He thinks that it was enough for Miguel to understand their situation. He gave Roxane a room and took her things. Floyd even brought a plane ticket for her. “You really wanted me to leave, huh?” Roxane said while looking at the ticket. “You don't need to be here, Roxane. Plus, you don't want Dwayne to see you again, right?”Roxane's turned sour. “Fine. Don't worry. I will explain everything to Miguel.”“You should. Because I really want you out of our lives, Roxane. Remember that you are here only because of him.”Roxane felt a sting in her chest. “Did I really hurt you that much? That's why you're like this now?” “This is not about me, Roxane. It’s about our son and what’s good for him.” “Fine! I’m sorry! I’m a fool that I left you! But can you blame me, Floyd? You had nothing back then! We are so poor that you can’t even provide for us!” Floyd frowned at Roxane. “I can provide, Roxane. It was just not enough for you. I am
The Secret Life of Him 75. Nothing is free
Floyd woke up with his head aching. He grunted in pain as he touched his head. He remembered that he was at Minerva’s place. But when he slightly opened his eyes, he was already in his room. Floyd frowned and closed his eyes again. ‘How did I go home?’“You’re awake! Finally.” Floyd opened his eyes again when he heard a voice. He looked around and saw Roxane standing on the side of his bed. Her arms were crossed and her eyebrows were knitted. She was looking at him like he had done something wrong. “Roxane? What are you doing in my room?” he asked in his hoarse voice. He coughed a little when he felt his throat was dry. Roxane rolled her eyes. “Do you even know how you got home last night? My gosh, Floyd! And why are you with that girl? Really? What were you thinking?!” Floyd did not answer Roxane. He massaged his forehead. “Jude!” he called in a faint voice. He coughs again. “He’s not there, Floyd.” “Where is he?” “I don’t know. Some men came and Jude rushed out. I came here
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123: Connection
“Where have you been?” Floyd stopped entering his room when he saw Aby inside. “Aby. You didn’t tell me you’re coming home.” Aby smiled. She put down the magazine she was reading to the table. Then she stood up and went to Floyd. She was about to kiss him on the cheeks when she smelled the alcohol he drinks. “Are you drunk?” Floyd shook his head. He closed the door and smiled at Aby. “Yeah… A bit. Danica brought me to a club and Nelson was there too. I can’t say no to him. You know…” “O… kay? I understand. Come on.” Aby helped Floyd to sit on the couch. “Let me prepare tea for you.” “No need, Aby.” Floyd grunted. “Sit with me.” Aby sighed. She sat beside Floyd. “How’s your company? Is it okay now?” Aby nodded. “Yeah. Actually, I wanted to say thanks again, that's why I’m here.” “It’s okay, Aby. I already told you.” “I know. But I think it’s still not enough. You can ask me a favor. Anything! I will do it.” Floyd chuckled. “Be careful what you wished for, Aby.” “Huh?” Aby f
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122. The Club
“He was just appointed, and he is already wasting money!” Carlo exclaimed. “He just invested at his wife’s company! We should do something about this, Father!”Arnel grunted. “I know. We’ve been ignoring the Chua’s proposal. And yet he even bought a stock for his wife?”“Tsk! I know that woman is just after our money!” Carla said.“But what can we do? He is now the chairman. He could do everything he wanted.” Crude took a sip from his glass.“You are not helping, Crude.” Carla glared at her brother. Crude just shrugged about it.“No… this should end now!”The siblings smiled as they saw the determination on their father’s face. They will never accept Floyd as their new master. They will take company no matter what.~~~“Is everything here?” Amethyst asked their head maid.“Yes, madam.”“Okay. I want everything to be perfect, okay?”“As you wish, Madam. You can trust us.”Amethyst smiled and let the head maid go. That was the time when Floyd went down from his room. He looked around an
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121. His help
Floyd woke up early to go back to his office. But even before he left, he received a call from his secretary.“Young master, your wife needs you.”Floyd looked at Johnson while fixing his necktie. “What happened?”“His Uncle is causing a scene in their company. Also, Leah told me to check your email. It’s done already.”Floyd sighed and stopped what he was doing. “I knew this would happen.” He shook his head. “Do I have any important meetings right now?”“Ahm, you have—”“Cancel it. Let’s go visit my wife.”Floyd finished fixing himself. He hurried out of the mansion and got into a car. Maybe that's why Aby can't tell him directly about his problem. Because it's embarrassing. But Floyd owes Aby a lot. And as they agreed he will help him. Not because she is his wife on paper, but because she is also his best friend.Before entering the building, he saw people holding placards in front of Chua's building.“What is happening here?”“I think they are protesting, sir. I’ve heard that the C
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120. A warning
“So, how’s the new chairman?”Floyd stopped staring at the documents when he heard a voice. He looked at the door and saw Aby approaching her.“Aby! Sit down!” he said gracefully. He put the papers down and hugged Aby. “How are you?”“Good. Just a bit stressed out.”“That’s too early?”Aby sighed. She sat down at the chair near Floyd’s table. Floyd then sat back in his chair and stared at Aby.“I know, this is too sudden. And you just got appointed. But I need your help now.”“What kind of help?”Aby looked away. She didn’t want to do this but she had to. Her uncle was already pressuring her family. She didn’t want them to want her family to lose their business.“I need your family to invest in us.”Floyd frowned a bit. Aby didn’t tell him anything about investing in their company. He sighed and interlocked his fingers.“I-I know this is sudden. But—” Aby sighed. “Okay. I’ll be honest with you. Our family is not in a good situation now. We might lose our business if you won’t help me.
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119. The new Chairman
The next day, Floyd went to Lim’s company. Everyone was preparing for the board meeting. The family will be present and all of their business partners. Everyone was waiting to meet the next chairman. Words had passed so fast.“I will announce to everyone now that you will be the chairman of the company,” Johnson said. The three of them were in his office, getting ready to go to the company. “For sure, there would be some board members who would not agree. But I have already made sure of your position. You need to be strong now, Floyd. I believe in you.”Floyd took a deep breath. “I don’t know, Father. I’m nervous.”“That’s okay, brother. It’s normal. But we are here for you. We will guide you and make sure that you are in that position,” Johan answered.“Yes. As long as your brother handles our security company. No one will dare touch you. I trust you with it, Johan.”“Of course, Father.”Floyd nodded. He fisted her arms and took a deep breath again. He couldn’t explain how nervous he
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118. Deal
Their night continued. Johnson rested early because he suddenly felt that he was tired. Amethyst helped him to his room. The rest except for Arnel Lim’s family stayed in the dining area. They were drinking wine. The kids were dancing and playing. Others remained to talk about business-related matters.“Mom, do I really need to be married to Floyd again?” Aby asked her mother. They were on the other side of the room. She had been thinking about the marriage they’d talked about earlier. She agreed to it, but she was worried about Floyd.“Why? Is there something you wanted to tell me, Abigail?”Aby’s eyes widened a bit. “Ahh, no. Of course, none. I’m just worried. You saw what happened earlier, right?”“It’s normal. You have the same uncle as your husband. What we need to do is to ensure our family's position in this clan. Being with them will make us prosper more. Since you are back here, you will work at our company again.”“Huh? But I need to go back to Croatia soon.”“What will you
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117. The new master
The room was filled with silence. The music had stopped and no one dared to make another sound. Even the kids were looking in Johnson’s direction, wanting to hear what his announcement was.“I have finally decided to retire now. I’m old and I need to pay more attention to my health. I am now appointing my son, Johnson Floyd Lim, to be the next master of this family and chairman of our business. I trust him to make our businesses grow more, and I am hoping that you will all support him in everything. I will also continue helping him while I’m still here.”The room was filled with more silence. They all had mixed emotions about learning that the family would have a new master. Arnel’s eyes narrowed and he tightened his fists. He looked away and tried to control himself. They all expected that Johnson would appoint him. But not this fast.Amethyst smiled. She stood up with her husband. Their children followed them and faced Floyd.“My family is glad and willing to serve you, Johnson Floy
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116. Dinner time
“Do we really have to do this? We’re just having dinner?” Floyd asked. He had just finished showering when he learned Jude was inside his room already. He was with some maids that were preparing a tuxedo for him.“Yes, young master. This is how it should be. So, if you may?”Jude pointed to the chair in front of the mirror. Floyd was surprised that there was a mirror and a reclining chair already. His room in this mansion was bigger than his room at his mansion. It was like another house inside a house. Floyd sat down in the chair. Jude immediately put a cloth on his body as his cover. It was tied to his neck but was not hurting him. He watched him put out a small box, and he was more surprised when he saw that it was a shaving tool.“You know I don’t have any hair on my face, right?”Jude continued preparing. “You have, young master.”Floyd sighed. He was still not used to his new life. He thought having a mansion back to his home was already extreme. He didn’t realize this place was
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115. Best friends
“Nothing to worry about now. You just need to rest a lot more and wait for your bruises to heal,” said Johnson's personal doctor. He was called immediately by Johan to check on Floyd.“Thank you, doctor.”“It’s nice meeting you, young master.” The doctor bowed. “I will go to your father now.”Floyd nodded. He got up from bed and wore his clothes. He was in his room in the mansion because Johnson asked him to rest again after their brief meeting. Floyd was still confused about what his father had said earlier. Everything won’t be easy for him. But he didn’t want this, right?Floyd looked at the door when he heard a knock. It opened and Aby came in.“Floyd, we need—” Aby’s eyes widened when he saw Floyd was half naked. She immediately turned around. “I-I’m sorry! I didn’t know that you were changing.”“It’s okay.” Floyd took his new polo shirt and wore it. “Okay now.”Aby took a deep breath and turned around again. “Ahm. I just want to check on you. How are you?” she asked. She never go
