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Noah narrowed his eyes and spoke sternly. “Your office is downstairs. What are you doing here?”
Casey replied, “I’m here to greet my dear younger brother on my first day at work, of course.”
“Get out!” Noah shouted harshly.
Casey feigned confusion at Noah’s anger. “But you invited me to join the company. Why are you treating me like this?”
Noah warned, “Don’t test my patience.”
“Noah, you should change how you treat me, as we’ll be seeing each other often now,” Casey said, smiling at Noah.
Noah stood up and approached Casey. He grabbed Casey’s collar and said coldly. “If you dare to be Insolent in my presence again, I’ll beat you every time I see you!”
Casey smiled nonchalantly. “It depends on whether you approve of River and me getting engaged.”
“Stop using that to manipulate me, damn it!” Noah barked.
Casey relished Noah’s rage reflected in his eyes.
It was a pleasure to see Noah’s expressions.
His days would be eventful if he could provoke Noah’s anger daily.
Casey pushed Noah away and straightened his shirt. “I was just talking about it casually. Why are you so upset?“.
“Get out!” Noah shouted again.
Casey adjusted his glasses and grinned sinisterly. “Many are the years to come.”
Noah struggled to regain his composure after Casey left.
After some time, Noah called Reuben and said, “Keep an eye on Casey.”
Reuben replied, “Yes, sir.”
It was the day of the new clothing line release for the upcoming season at TYC. River was in a meeting, her attention fixed on the sample clothing pieces.
The head of the sales department, John, spoke. “Ms. Healy, if the sample clothing checks out, we can proceed with the release today.”
River replied, “We can’t afford any mistakes with this batch. The fashion department needs to coordinate and inspect the factory’s work daily.”
Anna nodded. “Yes, Ms. Healy.”
River checked her watch–it was 9:57 a.m.
The room fell silent as everyone waited.
As soon as the clock struck 10:00 a.m., John swiftly pressed the preorder button. Within minutes, the preorder quantity increased significantly, bringing relief to River. She realized the company might not lag behind MK judging by the current trend.
To lighten the mood, she shifted the conversation. “We’re gearing up for the annual party. Any exciting ideas?”
“Lucky draw!”
“Masked ball!”
“Let’s ditch the old party format and try something innovative!”
River was heading to the company cafeteria for lunch when her phone rang as she entered the elevator.
Answering Neil’s call, she said, “Neil.”
Neil chuckled. “I saw your new product sales. They’re doing great.”
River smiled. “I sense a dinner invitation in your tone.”
“That’s spot on. I just arrived at your building’s ground level. I’ll wait for you,” Neil replied.
River was surprised, “You should have given me a heads–up. What if I’m busy?”
Neil teased, “Can’t an older brother wait for his younger sister?”
River laughed. “See you later.”
“Sure.”
Three minutes later, River got into Neil’s car.
Neil instructed the driver to increase the heater temperature and said, “I’ve got something to show you.”
River raised an eyebrow. “Could you stop with the suspense?”
Neil grinned and affectionately ruffled River’s hair. “You might lose your appetite before lunch if I reveal it now.”
River chuckled. “You’re such a mystery.”
Neil playfully said, “Isn’t anticipation a good thing?”
At the restaurant, Neil ordered River’s favorite food. As they neared the end of their meal, he sent a document to River’s phone.
“Check your phone, River,” Neil reminded her.
Puzzled, River opened the document and frowned upon reading its content.
“Did you just receive this?” River asked Neil.
Neil nodded. “I dug this up with some effort. Our father was involved in a project bid against the De Marcos years ago. He initially won the project, but the De Marcos later acquired it.”
River’s hand trembled. “So, you’re suggesting the De Marcos might have had a hand in our father’s death?”
Neil replied, “I can’t say for certain as two other renowned companies were competing with our father. However, both of those companies have since declined. I’ll have someone continue the investigation.”
A shiver ran down River’s spine. The De Marcos had a history of ruthless competition. River asked, “What about the owners of those two companies now?”
Neil reported, “They returned to their hometowns after their companies failed. My investigation shows they are now leading comfortable lives.”
River asked, “Can you provide me with their addresses and contact numbers?”
“No, I won’t let you get involved. It’s too dangerous,” Neil said sternly.
Seeing Neil’s determination, River refrained from further comment. She had to prioritize her children’s safety.
“I won’t get involved, but please keep me informed if you find anything useful,” River conceded.
Neil nodded. “Don’t worry. Speaking of which, Noah…”
Neil paused abruptly, catching River’s attention.
Her gaze dimmed as she asked, “What’s going on with Noah?”
Neil shook his head with a smile. “Nothing, let’s not discuss him.”
Although Neil wanted to mention that Noah was assisting in the investigation, he refrained from doing so because River didn’t like hearing about him.
At 1:30 p.m., River returned to the office, drowning in work. Thoughts about her father’s potential disgrace at the hands of the De Marcos haunted her, especially since she had three children with the enemy’s son.
She contemplated seeking revenge, but she knew that going against the influential De Marcos in Novamere would be a suicidal move.
River leaned back in her chair, overwhelmed by her thoughts. Lost in her musings, she was abruptly awakened by her ringing phone.
River answered Paige’s call.
“River, the trending page is going crazy!” Paige exclaimed.
River was too exhausted to check the tabloid and asked, “What’s happening?”
Paige explained, “They’re discussing how you’re using ‘G‘ to compete against Joan! The online community thinks you’re driving a wedge between the mentor and apprentice!”
River furrowed her brow. “That’s nonsense.”
Paige burst into laughter. “Your actions are definitely causing misunderstandings! By the way, they’re still trying to guess G’s identity!”
“Let them speculate. I can’t be bothered,” River replied, massaging her temples.
Paige insisted, “You should consider how you’ll explain this when your identity gets exposed.”
River said, “I’ll just tell the truth.”
Paige grinned mischievously. “Noah doesn’t know you’re G yet! If he finds out, will he be furious? Hahaha!”
River retorted, “His anger is not my concern.”
Paige paused. “Are you two having another argument?”
“There’s not much to argue about. I calmly expressed that I don’t want my life revolving around a man.
with Daniella,” River said.
Paige sympathized. “You’re absolutely right! That pretentious woman doesn’t deserve to compete with you!”
“I don’t want to discuss it further. I need some rest before tackling more work,” River declared.
Paige suggested, “Let’s go shopping for Mardi Gras beads and gifts tomorrow. It’s Saturday!”
River checked her laptop’s calendar and realized Mardi Gras was only ten days away. She agreed, ”
Sure, see you tomorrow.”
Meanwhile, at MK.
Reuben hurried to Noah’s office. Holding a folder, he knocked and waited for Noah’s permission to enter.
Eagerly, he announced, “The paternity test results are here, sir!”
Noah was taken aback, putting down his pen. “Bring it to me.”
Reuben handed the folder to Noah, who opened it with a touch of anxiety. His eyes darted to the report’s final page, and his mind went blank when he saw the results.
Reuben could sense the gravity of the situation, especially considering the foreign doctor’s cheerful response.
Why do you do this to us. These cliffhangers are driving me crazy. And on top of that, you only give us 5 chapters to read. Please give us more. I want River and Noah back together. I also hope Danielle gets what she deserves. But please update sooner.
Please please update soon and thank you
Thought it was going to be 10 chapters… anxiously waiting to know what the paternity results are
Nice development. Thanks for the update.
Thank you for the update can’t wait for more.
What?! Another messed again or noah knew that children are from his… But this story will not going sweet so far for their both parents conflicted and misunderstood in the end of it😆 haissstt… So stress in addition of daniella and cassey!!😡 To much enemy is tiring and annoyed to read but without kind of this are boring too🤒😞