With a sense of mounting dread, George Bushman pulled up the stock market app on his phone, his trembling fingers fumbling with the screen. The chart for Everything Luxury's stock price stared back at him, a stark reminder of just how much he stood to lose.His heart thundered in his chest as he watched the numbers dance before his eyes, a sickening feeling of defeat washing over him. The stock had reduced to 70% of its original value, a staggering drop that left Bushman reeling."No... no," he whispered, his voice hoarse with disbelief.The reality of the situation was like a punch to the gut, and George Bushman doubled over, a low, ragged cry escaping his lips. "Please, no. What did that foolish boy do? Who did he offend?" he wailed, his voice cracking with despair.Just as the weight of his losses threatened to crush him entirely, his phone rang, the name "Jefferson" glowing on the screen. Bushman swallowed hard, wiping the tears from his face as he answered with a voice thick with
Mr. Williams wore his shame like a cloak, suffocating in his guilt as he stood in the hospital parking lot, waiting for Avery. When she finally emerged, he rushed toward her, his words spilling forth in a torrent of remorse."Avery, I am so sorry," he pleaded, his eyes filled with anguish. "I can't begin to express how terrible I feel for what happened to you. Please forgive me for not protecting you better."Avery stopped short, the weight of Mr. Williams' words hitting her like a physical blow. Her expression was one of shock and disbelief as if she couldn't quite believe the sincerity in his tone."Grandpa, you don't have to apologize," she said softly, her voice catching in her throat. "This wasn't your fault."Mr. Williams shook his head, his eyes glistening with unshed tears. "No, Avery, it was my fault. I should have known that your grandmother was dangerous, that she would do anything to hurt you."Avery stepped forward, reaching out to place a hand on Mr. Williams' arm. "Gran
Mr. Williams arrived at the Blue Silver Entertainment Company, his heart heavy with dread as he entered the building. His footsteps echoed through the hallways, each step a reminder of the unknown that awaited him.Jefferson's office loomed before him, its doors shut against the light of the outside world. The cold, impersonal atmosphere only served to heighten his sense of fear, a fear that was matched only by the anxiousness that churned in his stomach.Mr. Williams squared his shoulders, a stubborn determination setting his jaw in a firm line. He raised his hand to knock on the door, the sound reverberating through the hallway."Enter," a voice called from within, cold and detached.Mr. Williams took a deep breath, steeling himself for whatever lay ahead. As he stepped into the office, his eyes met with the piercing gaze of Jefferson, the man who held so much power over the city's businesses and the voice of the Nathaniels.Jefferson stood behind his massive desk, his fingers steep
Jefferson, with an extremely frantic voice, shouted for Avery to come over. Avery hurried to Mr. Jefferson's office after noticing the seriousness in his tone. Her head was buzzing with ideas. Had something gone awry? Was something wrong with her? Her heart thumping, she drove toward her car and attempted to calm herself. Jefferson was waiting for her when she got there. Usually enigmatic, his features seemed softer today. He motioned for her to enter his office with him. Anxiety caused Avery's stomach to turn over. Not after everything that had occurred in the hospital, she had never been called in such a formal manner before, and this is the first time she is meeting Jefferson up close. He frightened her. “Please, sit down,” Jefferson said, his voice calm but authoritative. Everything is going well according to what the young master wants. Avery complained, her hands clasped tightly in her lap to stop them from shaking; the fear in her was visible. She looked at Jefferson expect
Avery murmured to herself, but deep down she couldn't say anything, and at the same time she knew what Jefferson could do. He's not the kind of person that will joke around with something like this.Jefferson smiled.“You can't sign the document now.”Jefferson's words woke Avery from her thoughts.Immediately she nodded.“Okay”Avery managed to stop her hands from shaking as she took the pen and signed the document.Jefferson's smile increased.“Congratulations, it's all yours. The young master has so much trust in you, and I know you can do this.”Avery managed to nod that she just wanted to leave the office and take in some fresh air to calm herself down.“Thank you for believing in me, and also help me tell the young master thank you for all the trust you have in me.”Avery breathed heavily.“Although I want to see him and have a face-to-face conversation with him soon.”Jefferson smiled.“Don't worry. Soon you will see the young master. I mean, soon, like really soon.”Jefferson
Not long after arriving home from Mr. Jefferson's office, she came into the house, her mind racing with thought. The young master had just given her the rights to her family's company, with no obvious conditions attached. The joy she felt was swiftly replaced by anxiety.How would she explain this to Jeremy? She didn't want him to suspect her of having an affair or that she had done anything wrong to deserve such a magnificent present, and nothing was demanded from her; she can't say it; it's something she wouldn't be able to explain to Jeremy.As she sat on the couch, her thoughts shifted between exhilaration and terror. She imagined how proud Jeremy would be and how this opportunity would transform their lives. But then a surge of fear would wash over her, envisioning Jeremy's face twisted in rage or disappointment—what if he accused her of things she had not done? She was so engrossed in her thoughts that she didn't notice the door open.Jeremy walked in, immediately sensing the t
It was the next day, and Jeremy had told Avery he would be taking her to eat to celebrate her new success.They all agreed and left the house with a smiling face.Not long after they arrived and stood in front of the Eat with Pride Table restaurant, and they couldn't believe what they were seeing. This stunning restaurant is a symphony of elegance, combining sleek lines and opulent touches. Avery had always wanted to come here, and Jeremy brought her.With a smiling face, she said.“Thank you for everything; sorry for what happened. Even if they don't appreciate you, I'm your biggest fan. You spent everything just to give our daughter the best. Thank you.”Jeremy almost shared tears also, but he managed to force them in; he had never been this emotional before. Finally, he's giving him what they want; that was his goal, and he's doing it.With a smiling face, he replied.“I couldn't have asked for a better wife and supporter like you; you give me strength when I'm down, and I promise,
Avery and Jeremy turned to see who that was. Their faces saddened immediately when they saw it was Avery university classmates, John and Sarah. and they both know Jeremy very well. The last time they heard of them was when they both got married and were leaving a comfortable life so they were told. Sarah couldn't believe her eyes when she saw Jeremy, this was the last person she was expecting to see today. she couldn't help but say. “So the rumors are true; you truly got married to this weirdo, I thought the news I heard were not correct but it's true.” Sarah couldn't believe Avery, the most beautiful girl in school the school goddess, got married to this scumbag a street rat. She thought Avery would get married to a billionaire or the CEO of a top company, but she married Jeremy, the poor rat who went through school using a scholarship and he managed to win their school in a competition and his name became popular in school. At that moment, her eyes caught Mia. he poi