The Unassuming Mason Wilde

Chapter 4

It was also the first time Mason ever met Rita. 

He had heard of the charming young lady who took Microloft by storm, but it was the first time seeing her in person.

She was a beautiful young lady with a petite stature. She wore an alluring smile and was super polite to him.

As soon as he sat down, Mason said, “I will not be coming to the office regularly. I would like you to continue handling the affairs as you have been.”

“However, I will be giving some orders now and then.” He added.

Rita wasn’t surprised that that was his approach. She didn’t expect the heir of the great Wilde family to spend his precious time sitting and overseeing the company.

“No problem, sir.”

At that moment, her secretary walked in.

“Ma’am, Emerald Wilson and Jason Rodney are here to see you.”

“Oh yes, I was expecting Ms. Wilson.”

“You do business with them?” Mason asked.

“Yes sir. The Wilson’s are one of our minor shareholders. They handle our shipping. So we meet every now and then to discuss our issues.”

“I don’t want you doing business with them anymore.” Mason said.

“Might I ask why sir?”

“No you may not. Halt all operations and contracts with the Wilsons immediately! If you cannot do that then I do not need you as my vice chairman!”

“My apologies sir! All operations and contracts will be terminated immediately!”

“Tell Ms Emerald that Microloft group no longer wants ties with minor trash.” Mason said to the secretary.

“Of Course sir!” 

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Out in the lobby, Emerald and Jason waited nervously for Rita Donovan.

The Wilsons had some standing with Microloft and they were key to a possible collaboration with them for the Rodneys.

It was exactly the kind of leverage Jason needed for his grandmother to appoint him as the director of Rodney's corp.

Both of them were taken by surprise when the secretary returned with two armed security men.

Jason stood, confused but asked, “Is Ms Donovan ready to see us now?”

The secretary glared coldy, 

“Apologies. Our vice chairman has no interest in collaborating with Rodney's.”

“And to Ms Emerald, Microloft no longer wants ties with minor trash! From today onwards, all contracts and projects with the Wilsons have been terminated!!”

“What?! Why?!”

The couple stood, gaping. 

They had heard that remark before. Minor trash.

Mason said that to them earlier. 

What did Rita Donovan mean by all projects being terminated? Was she allowed to do that?

50% of the Wilson’s income came from their collaborations with Microloft and she was going to terminate them just like that?!

If she did that their social status would drop tremendously! As well as their financial status.

“Can I atleast see Ms Donovan?!” Emerald demanded.

“We have an immediate order to walk you two out of the building. We will use force if necessary.”

“We demand to see Ms Donovan!” Jason yelled.

“Throw them out!” The secretary shouted.

“You are not allowed here in the future! We never want to see you on our grounds!” The secretary added.

What is going on?

Emerald was in shock. She walked out slowly when her phone rang. It was her father.

“St*pid girl! What did you do?!” Her father demanded over the phone.

She stuttered, “I Don't know dad! I’m just as confused!”

“I just got a call that our projects have all been halted and it’s because of minor trash! You!”

“Our stock prices are plummeting! Nosediving! Why is it in the news that Microloft cut all ties with us?! I thought you were going to the HQ today?! What have you done?!”

While on the phone, Emerald heard a harsh sound.  

Jason was slapped by one of the security guards.

Jason’s ears were ringing and he was flushed with embarrassment. 

What was happening?

“Does…does your brother in law have any relationship with Microloft?” Emerald asked Jason.

“Mason? What? No!” Jason answered but doubted his response. 

Could Mason have something to do with this? That was impossible.

Mason’s face flashed in his mind, that annoying smirk plastered on his face.

“Right? There’s no way that lowly scum had a hand in this!” 

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The news of the termination of the Wilson’s contract by Microloft spread like wildfire.

The Wilson family’s net worth was cut in half!

Madam Rodney heard the news and was furious.

She wanted to end Jason and Emeralds relationship but even with the scandal, the Wilson’s were still more prominent than the Rodney’s.

She was going to have to restrategize.

In Rita’s office, Mason was impressed with her and gave her a satisfied look.

He was especially pleased with her rapid response.

“Good job, Ms Rita. I look forward to working with you. I will speak to Gerald and have your salary upgraded.” 

Rita bowed, “thank you sir! I don’t deserve your kind words!” 

“Now, I want you to make a couple announcements.”

“Of course sir!”

“First, announce the change of ownership of Microloft. Announce the new chairman as Mr Wilde but do not disclose my identity.”

“Secondly, announce that Microloft will be building a secondary branch. We would be seeking investors and handing out projects to the highest bidder!”

The main business of the Rodney’s was building and construction. He was sure Madam Rodney would try to apply. 

Any company that handled any part of the new branch would rise in influence and status. 

Now that he owned Microloft, he was going to move things in favor of his wife.