“Didn't you hear me? Beg him!” Hudson snapped as he glared at her, making her heart twist in pain. For years, her husband had never looked at her that way. The fact that it was in a public place made it even worse. With everyone staring at her, Marietta wondered if she would be able to utter the words. Apologize? In the presence of everyone? Marietta shook her head, her fists tightly clenched by her sides. Even if she was going to lose everything, she would still preserve her dignity. The humiliation was just too much. With her hair a bit messy, and the patch on her dress, Marietta looked like someone who had been maltreated. Her eyes were puffy and her cheeks stinged with pain. From time to time, she would rub the spot, hoping to ease herself of the pain, but the one in her heart was too intense. She couldn't handle the disdainful glances everyone was throwing at her. As they pointed at her, it seemed like they were mocking her deep down. She badly felt the urge to stand and leave
The next day, As the staff was likely to be hidden in his father's house, Brian decided to search for it. Upon getting there, the few maids who ensured the house was in the right shape came out to greet their new master. Brian smiled at them as he walked inside, holding the file tightly in his arms. Albert walked right behind him and sighed, “Master, we should start looking for the staff so we can return to the company.” he advised and Brian nodded. He placed the file on a table and looked at the blueprint. He placed his hand on the small spot, “I feel like it's a hidden room that can only be found if we click on something. The room can only be revealed once we step on something, but what? It looks like it's a separate part of the house, but I have a feeling that it's right inside this living room.” He stated as he turned to look at Albert. Albert stared at the file, “Master, this house is really huge. Checking everywhere will take days, but we can start from somewhere. We can che
“Just shut it!” Martin yelled, his fury palpable. “If you don't have something else to say, then just forget about it. That's my plan and that's final. I'm definitely going to get the Duke's Empire, and when I do, I'll watch Brian beg for mercy.” he said, his lips stretching to a lopsided grin.Tyla stared at Martin and smirked, “Just don't drag me into your problems.” she warned as she turned to leave, angered by Martin's unreasonable plan. Thinking of acquiring the Duke's Empire that way is like a death wish, and for someone like Martin to try, he was definitely going to get himself in trouble. Leaving the Scotts Empire, she went back to the brooks building. As she elegantly walked inside, she watched as Lady Elizabeth continued staring at a blank space. She grinned. Lady Elizabeth had not forgotten about what Brian did to her at her birthday celebration. Each time she remembers, it's either she picks up a glass and smashes it on the ground, or screams out loud. She was like a tic
Brian's eyes turned cold as he stared at the young man. If he heard him well, was he indirectly asking him to step down for the so-called manager? Just when he had already wasted about thirty minutes of his time? “What are you trying to say?” Brian asked, his voice cold and frosty as he stared at the stylist, “Are you asking me to wait till this guy over here is done?” The stylist chuckled, wondering what was going on in Brian's mind. Could he have lost a bolt or a screw? Why was he spouting out nonsense? He forced a smile on his face, “Yes, Mr. This person here isn't just a guy. He's the manager of the foyer group of companies. Please treat him with respect.” he said, pointing at Daniel who had an aloof expression on his face. He checked his wrists and deliberately showed Brian the wristwatch. It was like he was indirectly telling Brian, “Check it out and wait. We're not in the same league” Brian smirked. Just when he thought he had seen it all. He was the CEO of the Duke's Empire
Brian turned to look at Daniel, a frown etched on his features. He wondered if everyone had the same mentality as the so-called idiot who was standing in front of him. Daniel must have thought Brian was a normal person who came for a haircut. He stared back at Brian with the same intense gaze. Brian smirked, “You just lost your last opportunity.” his voice was cold and frosty, just like the look in his eyes. He would have left the place without doing anything, but now that the manager had called him back, he was definitely going to teach them a lesson. “My opportunity?” Daniel asked, an amusing smile plastered on his lips, “Do you think you're in the right position to mention opportunity?” He checked out Brian's outfit and chuckled, “A fake?” he asked as he tilted his head. Daniel placed his finger on his chin and smirked, “It's definitely a fake. Let's not take this matter too far. You're free to leave.” he added as he walked towards the chair to sit, “Or you can stand as a body g
“Thirty thousand dollars won't feed my pets for a week.” Brian grinned as he stared at Daniel, “It won't feed me..for three days. That's just peanuts.” He voiced his thoughts. It was high time Daniel stopped feeling like the whole world was beneath his feet. How would someone brag over thirty thousand dollars? Daniel had a hard time believing Brian's words. Although he had his doubts, but he tried to convince himself. Why would someone who received millions monthly come to a place like this? This place was totally below his status! Daniel eyed Brian suspiciously, “You're such a pathetic liar!” he spat. “I wonder why…”His words were cut off when the young stylist gasped, his eyes widening in terror. The black business card with him, he read the words a million times before it sank in. Even then, he couldn't wrap his head around the truth. His heart raced in his chest and his legs suddenly felt weak. He found it hard to breathe as he stared at the business card. He dropped it on the
“Mr Duke, please I'm pleading with you. Please have mercy on me.” Daniel whispered as tears gathered in his eyes. Never in his life had he felt so embarrassed. Even as he never planned to beg Brian, now that his job was at stake, he had no choice than to do that. For months he heard people talk about Brian Duke and how frightening he was. They talk about how strict he was with work, and how people feared him across Ashton Hills. He made a mental note not to offend the so-called man, but who would have known he was bound to meet his doom? It angered him to no end that he had to embarrass himself In Front of the stylist. After all, he had bragged several times In Front of the young boy. Sometimes, he would just mention huge amounts of money just to watch him gasp in awe. Daniel liked it whenever people rain praises on him, even when it was for something he never had. Brian rolled his eyes, angered by Daniel's actions. If one were to step in when Daniel was pleading, they would have t
Taken aback, Jones Fries stared at Brian, wondering why he was quick to reject their proposal. If he was right, Brian had mentioned his manager which meant they knew each other; but why was Brian so hostile? “Mr Duke, you should at least check through my file. I believe my company is good enough to partner with the Duke Empire.” he said confidently. “Good enough?” Brian repeated, his eyes narrowed as he watched the old man, “The Foyer group of companies is certainly not good enough. One, I've never heard of the company which shows that it's just developing. Partnering with you wouldn't get me any profits, and you know it. All you want is to ride on the fame of the Duke Empire to increase your popularity, when the Duke Empire would be getting nothing in return.” Brian said in one breath, watching the Old man's expression change from that of anger to shock. Brian had analyzed everything before he even checked through the file. Jones smiled. No wonder people say Brian Duke was extreme