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The Divorced Heiress Revenge Chapter 361-“What did I tell you, Mom? I told you they were more than friends. Carrie is trying to get in my way!” Bethany complained.
Bethany was jealous because Ryan dressed Carrie in a fancy red gown. Even without makeup, Carrie glowed.
To make matters worse, Carrie’s evening gown sported the same burgundy color as Ryan’s tuxedo, making them appear to be a perfect match.
Under the spotlight, they stood alongside each other like newlyweds. All eyes were on them.
Bethany found her purple gown to be a painful joke.
The color would never go well with burgundy.
“I gave birth to Carrie. I know the type of person she is.” Shannon had a deeper perspective that extended beyond Bethany’s surface-level understanding. “Carrie might be 22 years old, but she has the mind of a 12-year-old. She lacks the capacity to date a man, let alone steal your man.” While Shannon’s comment was comforting, Bethany still found herself furious.
“I think you have bigger problems on your plate than you realize. Ryan has never shown you any attention. After your grandfather’s birthday celebration, Ryan is probably feeling repulsed by you because you wanted to pursue something more with him by using underhanded means Since he knows Carrie is your sister, he’s likely befriending her to get on your nerves and kill any chances of anything developing between you two.” “W What?
Bethany was flustered. “What should I do now? Does that mean I’ll never get to marry him?” “Don’t get yourself worked up. You need to work with Zoe to get her help in getting closer to Ryan. You need to change your attitude and be patient. Since Ryan is nice to Carrie, you need to be extra nice to her too. Change Ryan’s opinion of you and let him see your kind side. Get it?” Shannon uttered somberly as she strategized for her daughter.
“Fine,” Bethany replied grumpily.
Carrie’s eyes lit up at the thought of meeting her idol tonight. She Her gaze fell on the stage where Zoe was playing the piano. She froze as the color drained from her face, her expression turning ashen and lifeless.
Her slender legs shook under her gown.
The painful memories of her childhood washed over her, drowning her in despair.
-“Hahahaha ! Who would want to be friends with an idiot like you?
Why would you think that?” -“Dump her into the trash can. That’s where trash belongs.” -“Cut her hair off. I hate girls with better hair than me in school.” -“It’s no wonder Chairman Salvador and Madam Shannon hate you. Your sister doesn’t like you either. It’s unbelievable that you call yourself a Salvador. You’re the family’s disgrace.” Carrie thought, ‘I’m a disgrace…’ Zoe focused on playing the piano on stage, oblivious to that resentful and terrified gaze in the audience.
With her eyes welling up, Carrie clutched to her teddy and backed up in a cold sweat.
Suddenly, Ryan grabbed her arm.
To his surprise, Carrie shook his arm off and ran for the door without looking back.
“Carrie! Where are you going?” Ryan was astonished and concerned that she might encounter trouble venturing out alone in the dark, so he followed her.
Bethany was furious to watch the whole scene unfold.
Despite Shannon’s advice to remain calm, Bethany could not stand to see Ryan so worried about the dummy.
Terrorized by fear, Carrie recklessly sprinted out of the hotel and tried to cross the road tearfully.
herself in her room for countless lonely nights, immersing herself in films.
However, in reality, Carrie desperately wanted to flee as far as she could when she saw Zoe.
“You’re a burden that nobody wants, loser!” The mocking words and harsh criticisms clung to Carrie like shadows, never leaving her alone.
The Divorced Heiress Revenge Chapter 362-“Honk! Honk! Honk!” A car beeped furiously.
The blinding beam struck Carrie.
She cocked her head back, and her pale complexion reflected under the car’s blinding lights.
Carrie froze like a doe caught in the headlights.
It was too late for the approaching truck to slam the brakes. Carrie clutched her teddy in terror and closed her eyes.
“Carrie! Watch out!” Gritting his teeth, Ryan came up from behind and pulled her out of danger in the nick of time.
He shielded her from harm just as she did for her teddy.
They twirled in the air, and Ryan cushioned Carrie’s fall as they crashed onto the ground.
The man hit his shoulder on the curb and grunted in pain. Sweat seeped through his suit.
The truck crashed into a flower bed by the roadside after swerving to avoid hitting Carrie. Luckily, the driver was uninjured.
Feeling the pain all over his body, Ryan let go of Carrie.
To his surprise, the ingrate crawled out of his embrace and slipped away.
“Hey! Hey! Come back, Carrie! Shouldn’t you at least help me up?” Ryan was beside himself as the pain hindered him from getting up from the ground.
The party tonight was highly publicized. It started off with a bang but ended hastily.
To spare his sister and mother from worry, Ryan told his secretary to hide his car accident and hospitalization.
Furious with Bella, Zoe was not in a hurry to leave after the party. She had a drink with her frenemy, Bethany, at the hotel bar.
“Damn it! Justin only has eyes for that bitch, Bella.” Zoe slammed her glass on the table, her eyes bloodshot. “Why did they divorce if he has lingering feelings for her?” “You’re not the only one confused, Zoe.” With her hand propped under her chin, Bethany looked frustrated.” Bella waited on us hand and foot before they divorced. She attended to Justin’s every need, despite his cold indifference. For three years, she cooked and cleaned for our family.
“I wouldn’t get through a day if I were in her shoes, but she managed it for three years. That’s one thing I’m impressed with about her. Still, Justin wouldn’t even give her any attention. Rosalind was the only one for him. He divorced Bella, the only woman who stood by him, for Rosalind. I used to think Justin did the right thing. Now that I think about it, he was blind The alcohol loosened Bethany’s tongue.
Bethany’s comment upset Zoe further. She scoffed. “Are you feeli bad for Bella, Bethany? What, are you regretting that she can’t be y sister-in-law anymore?” “No, no. You got the wrong idea, Zoe.” Realizing she had let more slip than she should, Bethany smiled awkwardly and replied, “I was just breaking it down for you. I don’t understand why Justin ignored the bitch before the divorce and now gives her so much attention. Maybe he only realized what love was once he lost it. That was why he was unwilling to let go.” Zoe felt bummed and took a sip of wine. She was consumed by a burning desire to win him over. “I refuse to believe that Justin has feelings for Bella! They had been married for three years. If there was a spark, something would have happened a long time ago. Justin is showering his ex-wife with attention out of spite because he can’t stand to see her happy.” While talking, Zoe flicked her brown hair and curled her lips arrogantly. “Justin and I have a solid relationship, unlike what Bella had with him. He definitely feels something for me, but Bella’s got him wrapped around her finger for now.” Bethany stuck out her tongue in secret and did not say a word.
She had a feeling that Zoe was a little delusional. Nevertheless, Bethany would not put her down, as she needed Zoe’s help to marry into the Hoffman family.
Zoe scowled at the thought of Bella smugly pulling out “The Twilight God”.
She muttered with resentment, “It’s just a stupid brooch. That isn’t Alexa’s only masterpiece. If Bella can do it, I can too.”
The Divorced Heiress Revenge Chapter 363-That was a load of hot air.
Zoe could not possibly acquire a jewelry piece that even an avid Zoe smiled smugly and uttered, “So we should steal the case from Bella.” While Bethany echoed Zoe’s sentiment, she had other thoughts in mind.
Bethany did not want to help Justin, as they were not from the same mother.
However, it was a chance to shine. If she ran the planning instead of Justin, she could show her dad that she was capable and make him proud, restoring her mother’s recent declining standing.
Zoe was only a tool to get a leg up.
With that in mind, Bethany was thrilled, her eyes gleaming with desire and her cheeks flushed..
“Tonight was horrible. Justin left halfway, and my brother didn’t even show up when he said he would. What the hell? I’m not going to threw a tantrum.
“Your brother came tonight, Zoe, but he left soon after,” Bethany said curtly.
“When did that happen?” “You were playing the piano. He brought my sister, Carrie, along too. Ha. My sister is the belle of the ball because of Ryan,” Bethany said sarcastically with a smile.
“Who? Your sister, the idiot?” Zoe was taken aback. She could not picture her brother and a dummy like Carrie together.
She knew Carrie too well.
Back in junior high, Zoe and Carrie studied at the same girls’ school in Savrow. They were also classmates.
“I’m already having problems before I marry into the Hoffman family, Zoe.” Bethany sighed in distress, her eyes chilling. “For all we know, your brother might be feeling something for my sister.” “What? Feel something? The idiot is not worth my brother’s time.” Zoe jolted to her feet furiously, spilling the drink on the table. Her eyes were bulging.
Bethany smirked to herself but kept up with the sympathy act. “You didn’t see it tonight, but Ryan was sweet to my sister. He bought her a new dress and said she was the only one that he cared for. I was near to tears in envy Knowing him, Bethany believed Ryan was too much of a player to have feelings for Carrie.
However, Bethany had to get Zoe fired up, seeking her help in dealing with Carrie, the bitch.
Zoe’s anger subsided as Bethany described the incident.
She sank back into her seat and sipped her wine in contemplation. The shadows under her eyes spoke of a darkness beyond her years.
Ryan was her brother, and no one knew him better than her.
Over the years, Ryan rarely showed interest in any woman. Bethany observed his special treatment of Carrie.
That would not work for Zoe.
Zoe spearheaded the bullying of Carrie, making Carrie’s school years a hellish nightmare.
Although many years had passed, Zoe doubted Carrie had gotten over If there was a spark between Ryan and Carrie, Carrie might use him to get back at Zoe if her past caught up with her. It did not matter whether Ryan would marry Carrie, as he would just want Carrie to be happy.
Zoe reflected for a long time.
Gritting her teeth, Zoe said coldly, “Don’t worry. So long as I’m around, Carrie and my brother will never get together.” KS World Hotel’s VIP suite oozed luxury. A huge round table feature ten dishes, each a feast for the eyes and nose. The wine served was top-shelf, auction-worthy vintage.
Tope Every Day speak III of Saivauti voipuiu filming, movies, and jewelry collections.
The dinner was a delight.
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“Ms. Thompson, thank you for the feast tonight. It was amazing. I can’t get enough of the dessert. Please give my compliments to the chef.” “If you enjoy the dessert, I will drop off two boxes at your hotel before you leave Savrow. You can keep one box for yourself and give your mother the other,” Bella said with a smile.
was shocked and moved.
It was hard to believe that, despite coming from riches, Bella was a successful businesswoman and an accomplished cook. She was talented. Bella’s complex dessert, layered with effort, proved her “Yes, but I could’ve done a better job. Sorry about that.” Bella was shy and humble.
“I want KS World Hotel to make my dream wedding a reality. If possible, I want to seal the deal now.” Bella’s eyes sparkled with joy. She was always one to play it cool. Although she appeared composed, her heart was beating out of her chest.
Overjoyed, Steven rummaged through his briefcase. “I brought it along. We always carry contracts with us.” “Ms. Wang.” Bella drew a deep breath and asked solemnly, “You’ve entrusted KS Group and Salvador Corporation with the task of finding a designer for your unique jewelry piece. As I have yet to fulfill that request, I’m curious as to why you went ahead and picked us to host your wedding.” Steven blinked. He was dying to find out as well.
” accepted Mr. Salvador’s invitation tonight, but I wasn’t interested in going. It was either you or him. For that, I’d like to apologize. I shouldn’t have been so arrogant and dismissive of you. Now that I’m here, I realize you and Mr. Salvador are great and talented leaders. I know I’m in great hands no matter who I choose to organize my wedding.” “Why did you choose us?” haughtiness and spoke to Bella from the heart.
While Bella got her answer now, she still could not believe it.
She did not learn to cook for nothing. It came in handy during a time of need.
“Of course. What is it?” Bella was patient. Her brows were relaxed, “I hope to keep my wedding setup a secret until the big day. I want to give my fans and my mother a surprise. Can you do that?”.
“Sure. We are committed to delivering everything as outlined in the contract.” Bella had a gift for giving people the assurance they tie Past week had finally melted away.
doing business with you.”
The Divorced Heiress Revenge Chapter 365-The next morning, Justin dropped his work when he heard about Ryan’s car accident. Worried, he rushed to the hospital as fast as he could.
Ryan lay flat in bed in a VIP ward with a back and neck brace. He opened his mouth as his secretary fed him a sliced apple.
He looked like a pampered child who could not do anything for himself, and his secretary was the maid bearing the brunt of his demands.
Justin walked into the room and furrowed his brows at him. “Didn’t the Hoffman Group recently develop an oilfield? You’re acting like you’re dry even before you hit 30.” The secretary stepped aside and nodded at the man before giving Ryan and Justin space to talk.
“Holy shit! Are you here to visit me or give me hell? How am I acting dry? I wouldn’t need help if I could feed myself.” Ryan broke out in a sweat and grimaced in pain the moment he leaned over.
“Don’t move. Just stay there.” Justin took quick steps to the bed with a long face and laid him back down.
“Will you wheel me around if I become paralyzed, Justin?” Ryan scrunched his face and asked.
“You have plenty of girlfriends to do that for you. You don’t need me.” Justin curled his lips indifferently. “Don’t worry. Even if the only body part you can move is your mouth, you’re the heir of the Hoffman Group. You’ll still have your fun with women throwing themselves at you.” “Tsk. You have a point. I have the charisma,” Ryan added.
‘Charisma? Ha, more like the charisma of money.’ Justin thought.
“What did you get yourself into?” Justin asked with a frown.
“You should ask Carrie.” Ryan huffed, picturing the tiny frame skittering away into the night. It’s her fault that I am in this situation. Carrie should be the one to wheel me around forever.” “Explain, Ryan. How is Carrie involved?” Justin scowled.
“Carrie sneaked into the party last night, but she was stopped from entering the hotel. If I hadn’t run into her, your ignorant security team would have kicked your sister out.” “Carrie came last night?” Justin was shocked.
That must be the reason why Ryan called him out of the blue about getting his ducks in a row.
“I was kind to dress her in-” “You dressed her?” Justin turned pale and raised his voice. He was ready to pull a punch.
“Don’t get me wrong. My secretary dressed her. I didn’t touch her.” “What about Carrie? Was she hurt?” Justin asked worriedly.
“I guess not. The pain crippled me from getting up, but she slipped away before I knew it. She could’ve at least helped me up. What would I do to her anyway?” Furious, Ryan nagged.
“Ryan, I have told you before not to get any ideas about Carrie.” Justin grimaced. “What happened at my grandfather’s birthday party was an accident. Carrie doesn’t belong in your world. Keep your inappropriate thoughts to yourself.” “No, I got hurt shielding her from harm. Have a heart. You’re giving me an earful instead of thanking me.” Since Ryan could not move, he looked hilarious sticking his neck out while arguing with Justin.
“Why did you take her to the venue, dress her up, and expose her to the group of strangers?” “What do you mean?” Ryan looked confused.
“Carrie has severe social anxiety and autism. She can’t deal with strangers and social events.” Justin got emotional, thinking about Carrie’s overly cautious and timid behavior.
The Divorced Heiress Revenge Chapter 366-“A-Autism?” Ryan was stunned. As the realization hit him, he gripped his fingers.
It explained Carrie’s behavior. At 22 years old, she should know everything, but she behaved like a naive little girl.
That must be the reason why Shannon kept her at home from seeing anyone.
“Have you gotten her consent before doing everything for her? Have you asked whether she would like to attend the event in glitz and glamor? You never considered her feelings because that’s the type of guy you are.” Justin drew a deep breath to ease his restlessness. “Carrie just wants a quiet life. Don’t mess things up for her. You are doing more harm than good to her.” Ryan was caught in his emotions for a while before asking in a raspy voice, “C-Can she get better?” Justin shook his head helplessly. “It would have happened long ago if she could.” Ryan froze as Carrie’s horror-stricken face last night came to mind. He felt bad saying anything.
Justin’s phone rang. It was Gregory calling.
Furrowing his brows, the man hesitated for a moment before taking the call. “Dad.” “Come to the office now. I’ll be waiting.” The call ended.
With downcast eyes, Justin looked at the dimmed screen and scowled.
Were they really related?
Sometimes, Justin wished Gregory was not his father. At least he would not hate Gregory so much.
The secretary opened the door to the chairman’s office at Salvador Corporation for Justin.
The man was dumbfounded the moment he walked into the office.
Gregory sat behind a wide desk, but there was someone else in the room-Bethany.
Justin’s eyes darkened as he had a feeling something was about to happen.
“Justin,” Bethany said sweetly, her face beaming.
People might think they had a close relationship.
Justin nodded with a blank face. He had always been indifferent to Bethany.
secretary has shown me the trending news on Twitter.” Gregory leaned in, fingers laced on the desk, eyes fixed aloofly on Justin. “Public opinion toward our hotel has gone south after last night. What’s your plan?” “Our PR and marketing team worked on it all night to wipe the negative comments off Twitter and other social platforms,” Justin said in a flat tone, his eyes emotionless.
“Even so, the damage has already been done. Word is spreading among our circle about last night. Word spreads fast in our community. Seriously, it’s embarrassing.” Bethany appeared worried, but her tone suggested mockery.
Justin tensed his jawline.
“No matter what happens, there’ll always be two negative and positive narratives. That’s the game of business.
“So long as the Salvador Group emerges victorious, the doubters and skeptics will go away.” The man eyed Bethany coldly. “Our focus should be on the long term in business, not the short term, or we risk significant losses.” Reading between the lines, Bethany gnashed her teeth in rage.
Following frantic drumming on the door, the secretary rushed into the room.
“Take a look at this, sir.” Gregory was enraged by what the secretary showed him. He said sternly, “Turn on the TV and put the news channel on.”
The Divorced Heiress Revenge Chapter 367-The secretary turned on the TV and put the news channel on.
It was the “Three O’Clock News” again.
Justin furrowed his brows. Since losing the Baxim project, he could not stand to watch the news program.
Justin’s throat went dry as he fixated on the TV screen.
Justin’s heart sank, and his ears buzzed. The news hit him like a ton of bricks.
Bethany was secretly glad.
With the situation falling apart, Bethany knew her chances to rise to power were higher as Justin would be deemed useless.
She explained briefly why she had picked KS World Hotel.
Justin grabbed the remote control and turned off the TV, unable to listen to another word. He then hurled the remote control onto the table.
around?” Pale-faced, Justin was about to respond when Bethany stepped in and comforted Gregory. “Don’t be angry, Dad.” clear that it was a matter of personal preference, not about Salvador Corporation’s capabilities. Besides, Justin did his best. Bella is just too cunning and manipulative . She’s always one step ahead of us. That’s the nature of business, I guess.” Justin looked up at Bethany menacingly. “Bella didn’t do anything wrong. We just didn’t cover all our bases.” Narrowing her gaze, Bethany gritted her teeth and kept her thoughts to herself. ‘Hmph! No point in having her back now that you’re divorced! Maybe it’s a good thing. You’re just digging your own grave by jumping to Bella’s defense.’ “Don’t tell me you let Bella win on purpose, Justin,” Gregory questioned.
“No.” Justin kept his head down.
“I should remind you that you and the girl are divorced. She has no relationship with Salvador Corporation. In other words, you’re enemies. You can’t even be friends. The wicked and cunning girl has been giving us a lot of trouble. I didn’t make things difficult for her because you were once married, but that doesn’t mean I’ll put up with her forever.” Gregory Salvador slammed the table in rage.
Justin narrowed his eyes at Gregory’s grimacing face, his eyes bloodshot and his fists clenched.
“Are you trying to defy me, Justin? What’s with the look on your face?” While Gregory looked stern, his heart raced.
The kid once gave him the same stinging look when his mother jumped off the building to her death.
To this day, Gregory was brought back to that fateful incide every time he looked into his son’s eyes.
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The Divorced Heiress Revenge Chapter 368-“Even though Bella and I are divorced, and she’s no longer mine, she’s still off-limits.” Justin took a step forward as rage flickered in his eyes, icy and intense.
Gregory shuddered. The father and son locked gazes in confrontation.
Bethany was intimidated by the stern look on Justin’s face.
Nevertheless, she pulled herself together and came behind Gregory at the desk with an ingratiating smile. She kneaded his shoulders. “Don’t get into it with Justin because of Bella, Dad. She has the upper hand for now, but the game isn’t over. The ultimate victor is yet to be determined.” “Bethany, are you saying that you can turn things around?” Reading between the lines, Gregory asked eagerly.
Justin frowned.
He knew his half-sister well. Bethany was always hungry for power, but she did not have the brains to match her ambition.
However, Bethany had the nerve to compete with him this time. She looked like she had it in the bag.
Justin believed something fishy was going on.
“Very well! I knew I could always count on you. You have aspirations and ambitions.” Justin pulled a stoic face without saying a word.
Gregory would never compliment his accomplishments, but he would not hesitate to punish Justin and strip him of power the moment something went wrong.
Firstly, Gregory did not think an illegitimate child like Justin was good enough. Secondly, Gregory fretted over the idea of Justin overpowering him:
“Thank you for the opportunity, Daddy!” Bethany clung happily to Gregory’s neck.
“I will reward you once you are successful.” Gregory stroked his daughter’s head dotingly and asked with a smile, ” What do you want? Just tell me. Is it a villa with a sea view or a fancy sports car?” “No. That’s not what I want.” Bethany simpered. “I’m your daughter, a member of the Salvador With his breath hitched, Justin smirked.
So that was what Bethany was after.
“Alright, you have my word. If you can prove your worth, I will put you in charge of the hotel.” Gregory was open to the idea.
“Thank you, Dad!” Bethany smirked at Justin.
She could already imagine Justin with his tail tucked between his legs when she took over the hotel management.
The Divorced Heiress Revenge Chapter 369-Justin walked out of the chairman’s office and returned to his.
“How did it go, Mr. Salvador? I hope the chairman didn’t make things hard for you.” lan had a cup of coffee ready for Justin. With a worried look on his face, he asked cautiously.
The man approached the sofa and sat down with poise. He held the cup up and took a sip with a glum face.
“He didn’t.” Han sighed in relief.
“As if that will happen.” lan widened his eyes, his heart in his throat. “I knew I shouldn’t expect much from him. He’s not a real father to you.” “Ha! Sometimes I wish he wasn’t my father.” Justin gulped down the bitter coffee that had lost its aroma. “It’s a shame I carry half his DNA.” lan sighed frustratedly, not knowing what to say.
venue.” “What?” hard, meeting with the team countless times to discuss the wedding proposal. Nobody could have predicted the outcome. Why couldn’t he think about what you did for the company instead of handing over your blood, sweat, and tears? I bet Shannon, the witch, put her up to it.” “That’s not all. If Bethany is successful, she will take over the Salvador Hotel’s management.” Justin narrowed his eyes with a smirk.
lan gasped sharply and pinched his nose bridge.
Gregory was clueless at running a business, but he excelled at one thing-making his son’s life miserable.
“Did you challenge the decision? You can’t just let Bethany steal your project.” “Is it necessary, though? Gregory and Bethany are on the same team.
He wants to strip me of my authority to begin with.” Justin seemed unfazed. “Bethany just gave him a reason.” He would not live a long life if he got worked up over every little thing.
“So we’re sitting ducks?” lan hissed through clenched teeth.
Without a word, Justin savored his coffee.
“To be honest, I’m a little angry at Young Madam, Mr. Salvador.” lan pouted with a frown.
“You always hold her in high regard. What made you change your mind?” Curling his lips, Justin teased him.
“Business is business. We can’t mix business with personal emotions. I think she’s trying to get even with you. She’s walking you. off the cliff.” Driven by rage, lan made a bold statement.
“I get her. I’ve hurt her in the past,” Justin said honestly. The past still haunted him.
“But at this rate, you might lose your position in the company.” lan was on the verge of tears. “The young madam is spoiled crazy by her family. Her stepmothers and brothers have her back, and Chairman Thompson adores her. She can never understand where you are coming from. You are alone in the company. She can use her family’s connections to screw with you, and one day, you might just go down.” “Don’t be scared. It’s not easy to take me down.” Justin smiled faintly. “Though her love and being her husband are a thing of the past, I don’t deserve them if I’m easily defeated. That’s why I have a plan in place.” “Really? What is it?” Justin closed his eyes for a breather and smiled tenderly.
A while later, he uttered in a hoarse voice, “Bella has to win all the way.” lan widened his eyes in disbelief.
Still, he grasped what Justin was trying to say.
If Justin could not win it all, he would rather everything go down in flames.
“I will not let anyone or anything come in her way.” Justin had a meeting in the evening, but he canceled it and drove to the KS World Hotel, He stepped into the hotel lobby with a mix of emotions.
During his first visit to the place, Bella tricked him into climbing the stairs to her office and fooled him with a substitute. He was humiliated.
The Divorced Heiress Revenge Chapter 370-No woman had ever made Justin feel so defeated. Even when Rosalind used him and betrayed him, all he felt was anger.
Justin let out a wry smile at the sight of the newly improved hotel lobby. KS World Hotel ran a tighter ship than the Salvador Hotel.
Bella presented herself as inexperienced and submissive when she married Justin. Although he had never looked down upon her for being from the countryside, Justin felt she did not belong in his world.
It dawned on him now that it was the other way around. It was him trying to catch up to her.
Bella put aside her pride and dignity to stay by his side for three years. He was the closest to her when they were married.
He was never the one who was unattainable.
Steven was talking to two executives of the hotel about work hen he turned around and saw Justin in the lobby.
Shocked at first, Steven quickly pulled a long face.
“That’s it for now. You should get to work.” “Of course, Mr. Lovett.” After dismissing the executives, Steven aloofly took strides toward JuJustin.
M”Mr. Salvador, the restaurant is to your left, the bar is to your right, anand the café is on the third floor. If you wish to book a room, you can head to the reception desk.” “I want to see Ms. Thompson.” Justin cut to the case, his face expressionless. He scanned the place.
“My boss is too busy to see every Tom, Dick, or Harry.” Steven sneered.
If Steven did not have to demonstrate courtesy at the hotel, he would have released the hounds on Justin.
“Say whatever you want, but I must see her today.” Justin realized that he had developed thick skin. In the past, he would walk away after being insulted. This time, he played dumb to stay.
It did not hurt him to take a scolding. Justin probably would not sleep well at night if he did not meet with Bella, though.
“Ms. Bella won’t see you, Justin. You’ll only upset her.” Steven narrowed his eyes at the man, his teeth clenched. He barked in a chilling voice, “If you know better, you should leave this place at once. So long as I am here, you can forget about seeing her.” “Sure, but I need Bella to tell me that.” The man refused to budge, and the determination showed in his eyes.
“You can’t make that decision for her.” “Justin! Are you trying to cause a ruckus?” Hot under the collar, Steven wanted to give Justin a piece of his mind when a cheery voice came from behind.
The voice crawled under Justin’s skin.
“Mr. Lovett, is Bella around?” Justin turned around and saw Christopher strolling into the lobby, looking sharp.
The two good-looking men stood before Steven. Although the men refused to acknowledge each other’s existence, Steven could feel the sparks of animosity flying between them.
Steven could potentially get himself caught in a crossfire.
Christopher could not arrive at a worse time.
Steven was tempted to lock the two men in the same room so they could have a go at one another.
“We are in a public space, Mr. Iverson. You should address her respectfully as Ms. Bella or Ms. Thompson, especially in the hotel she manages. Steven was indifferent to both Christopher and Justin.
Justin curled his lips, finding Bella’s secretary less of an eyesore at this very moment.
“Fine. Is Ms. Thompson around? What time will she be free tonight?” Christopher was unoffended. He knew when to yield. “I wish to have dinner with her tonight to thank her for getting Christian’s autographed album for my mother.” “She’s busy.” Steven was telling Justin and Christopher that.
“I can wait.” Justin and Christopher replied in unison.