“I’m here, what can I help you with?” as if already knowing that Rose wanted to ask for her help, Nancy quickly asked. “Should I have the building you are right now demolished immediately?” she added. “No, but you said I’m the new chairwoman, right? I have the right to terminate any contract the company made with their clients, right?” Rose asked Nancy“Yes, you have the absolute say. You can quit any client that is under a renting contract with your company, same goes with if you want to terminate any purchase contract with your company and you can demolish any building or property the company has. And according to my finding most of the property that Azure Prime Property Managements have in Green Elk District are ninety percent under rented contract because that district is one of the poorest districts that the company has properties at and selling is a bit difficult in that district so they decided to most of the properties out to the people there.” Nancy replied and explained so
Cobra was very much aware of the fact that Azure Prime Property Managements own almost all the buildings in this district. And that means that it would be hard for him to find another building to rent in this district unless he moved away completely which would spoil his own personal reputation if his other gangsters mate finds out. Normally, he told his other gangsters friends and even his rivals that he was able to buy the entire building from Azure Prime Property Managements. It earned him a lot more respect from them because they know how difficult it is to purchase property from Azure Prime Property Managements and he claimed he did. What would happen now if he really moved out? He would be picked on by his rivals and his rank would also drop drastically. If things keep on going like that he would be destroyed by all his enemies immediately. ‘How can this happen? Was that brat really saying the truth all this while? No, she actually is and there is no way this is a coincidence.
Now that he knew that she was the chairwoman or had a connection with the chairman of Azure Prime Property Managements, he can’t afford to offend her in the slightest and as the ones he had in the past he have to make sure she forgives him. Furthermore, he knew that she was the one that asked the company to give him the eviction notice which means he had to beg her to retract her order. “You no longer need the money we owe to save yourself right now, but after this is all done you will continue to send stupid boys to come and wreck our place again for money.” Amelia glared furiously at him. How dare he think he can playsmart with them here? “Of course not, I would keep my words to not your family for money. Besides, young madam has already forgiven us for what happened today.” Cobra replied. “But I never said I forgive you and your men.” Rose suddenly remarked while tilting her head to the side a bit as she looked at Cobra. ‘P-pardon?” He asked, turning his attention from Ame
" You …..” Ax stuttered, unable to think of something to retort back to Amelia. "Is that true?” Cobra asked with a frown on his face as he looked at Ax before turning his attention to look at Byron who was their senior. " Did Ax try to attack the little madam?” He asked. He was completely unaware that Ax had tried to attack either Maya and Rose since that part wasn't included in the story they had told him before coming here. “Yes sir." Byron nodded his head since there was nothing he could hide anymore from Cobra. He had intentionally skipped that part because he was trying to protect Ax but the fool just shot himself in the foot. “How dare you try to go against the order that I gave you guys?!" Cobra questioned Ax with a murderous glint in his eyes. “It's……it's not like that boss……” Ax stuttered again as he felt a heavy pressure from Cobra's glare. "You better have a good reason for disobeying me or else I will permanently break your life. Now you have given me a reason
"I understand what you were talking about." Cobra responded. " Then, I will take that as an agreement, right?” Rose raised a questioning brow at Cobra. Not having a choice but to owe a little girl a favor, Cobra could only swallow his pride and nodded his head at Rose. " Good. Give me your account details.” She requested and unlocked her cellphone. A few minutes later, Rose dropped her phone and looked at Cobra after he gave her his account details. " Done.” She told him and just as she finished speaking Cobra's phone buzzed on the table.The moment Cobra opened the message which was a credit alert from his bank account, his jaw almost dropped to the ground when he saw the amount that was credited to his account.“This…….” He stuttered as he looked at his phone screen. Instead of the eight hundred thousand dollars he had said Maya was owing him, Rose had sent him five million dollars, which was time six the amount he had told them.“What about it? Is it not enough?" Rose asked, n
“The guts you have to dare go against me! You have been too comfortable in the position that was given to you, is that why you feel you can tell me what and what to not do!" Cobra spoke. His entire facial expression and demeanor completely swapped from what he had when Rose was in the office. He glared at where Ax was kneeling down with a murderous expression, it was like he could kill Ax in an instant. He slowly walked to him again and crouched down in front of Ax before wrapping his hand around his neck making him raise his head to look at him. Now, the tackless and rash Ax was replaced with a scared and frightened Ax. " I……I apologize for dis…. disrespecting you, Boss. I was just……saying what could harm us in the future…..” Ax apologized and tried to explain himself. " How competent you are! Did you think I and your two other seniors are too dumb to realize it if there is a danger?” The grip around Ax's neck tightened, almost choking him to death. Ax gasped for air because of t
“Um….. I have already paid off the money you owe those people so you can rest assured that they wouldn't disturb you or your business from now on.” She snapped out her little thought and informed Maya. Maya's eyes widened in surprise when she heard Rose. Originally, when Luthor and Amelia came to announce their presence, she hadn't been patient enough to listen to any explanation and rushed outside to come and see Rose. She turned to look at Luthor and Amelia. "You wouldn't listen when I tried to tell you.” Luthor also added. "R-rose, how…... .how can I repay you for this great assistance you've rendered to us. We just met you for the first time and you're already helping us like this. Thank you, thank you so much." Maya eyes filled with tears she bowed at Rose who frowned at the gesture and quickly lifted Maya's body up. “You don't have to do that. Besides, I have known your son for a couple of days now and he turned out to be a very good and trustworthy youngman. There is only o
“What are you talking about? I will definitely work harder to pay you back the money……” " Stop being stubborn, because you know I'm right. Besides, there is no harm in receiving help from someone powerful once in a while.” Rose suddenly cut him off. Her words suddenly killed Luthor's determination. She was right, he knew he can't pay her all of the money but he wanted to try. However, it seems like even a little girl he had met for only a few days also knew how pathetic he was. Rose raised her head up from the window and glanced at Luthor's expression through the rearview mirror. " But if you so badly want to pay me back I know of a way you can.” She slowly added with the corner of her lips raised. Luthor's expression suddenly brightened when he heard her and quickly turned to look at her. There was a way! " What……" “Please focus on the road!" Before he could finish his sentence, Rose yelled at him to face the road back when she saw how he turned to look at her. Even if she was
"Shut up!” Victor snapped sharply, his voice quivering with rage. The injustice he felt burned like a firestorm inside him. “They beat me up! They should be begging for my forgiveness! I’m going to sue them all and throw them in jail!” His eyes blazed as he glared at the crowd, his words venomous. “How dare you mess with me? You’re all dead!” The crowd erupted into sneers and laughter. “If anything happens to us, the world will know it’s the Grays who did it,” someone retorted. “You’ll face justice soon enough.” Another voice chimed in, “Miss Rose Gray, it’s pointless to be kind to people like them. They don’t know the meaning of gratitude!” “They’re heartless,” a third agreed. “The more you tolerate them, the worse they’ll treat you.” “Some people are just born wicked,” an older man said, shaking his head. “Victor Gray is the perfect example.” Rose, standing at the center of the storm, glanced at Victor with a faint trace of pity. She sighed softly and said, “But he’s still my
The Gray couple stood devastated, their carefully constructed façade crumbling under the weight of the truth. William seemed to freeze, his face twitching with barely restrained fury. For a moment, he looked like a man teetering on the brink of madness. How can I possibly agree? Everyone is watching and listening. But those shares are mine. MINE. Rose kept her gaze fixed on the floor, her shoulders hunched like a frightened lamb. Her small frame trembled slightly, evoking pity from the onlookers. Poor girl. The crowd whispered amongst themselves. Born into wealth but treated like an outcast in her own family. Even her own father uses her without hesitation. Beatrice’s fists were clenched so tightly her nails dug into her palms. Her mind was racing. No. We can’t give those shares back. They’re ours. Sophia’s and Victor’s future depend on them. She can’t take them from us! Sophia stood frozen, her face burning with suppressed anger. Yet, she dared not speak, remembering the backla
"How could a father steal from his own daughter? Or is she not even considered his daughter?” “Is the Gray Corporation really that desperate now?” Outraged whispers spread among the crowd. Some female reporters expressed their disgust. “Do you only see your son as your child? What about your daughter? This is outrageous!” Someone chimed in, “He surely cares for his daughter, it all just depends on which daughter you're referring to. And it's obvious that you mean Sophia. Look at her outfit! That dress alone is worth more than $100,000, and her jewelry must cost a fortune of a million. However , look at the poor Miss Roseline Gray…” All eyes turned to Rose, and the difference was undeniable. “My God, it seems like the ex-wife’s daughter hasn't been treated well.” “It’s clear who gets the love and resources in this family…” Beatrice Gray’s face tightened as she realized the shift in the room’s mood, but it was too late. Sophia, unable to contain her anger, stood up and snapped a
It was a speech prepared and arranged for Rose to deliver, and it would have sounded far more convincing if she had done so. However, Rose had stayed quiet the entire time, leaving William Gray with no choice but to do it himself."Fake? Photoshop? That’s the best explanation you can offer? Ridiculous! Do you think we’re so blind that we can’t tell the difference between fake and real? Does he truly think we’re stupid?"Some reporters exchanged skeptical glances, their pens pausing mid-sentence. The crowd seemed to share the same sentiment, murmuring in agreement, except for a small group of reporters.Before the other reporters had the chance to challenge him, a few voices rang out from the front row.“Mr. Gray is absolutely correct," one reporter said with exaggerated conviction. "The video lacks credibility. It's easy to manipulate footage these days, especially with advanced editing software."Another voice quickly added, "I agree. It’s well-edited, but if you look closely, you
---The press conference was held at the luxurious Riverview Grand Hotel, a venue known for hosting high-profile events. The large conference room was packed to capacity with journalists, photographers, and reporters from various media, all eager to catch a glimpse of the trending Gray family.As soon as Rose entered the room with William, Beatrice, Victor, and Sophia, the reporters surged forward like a swarm of hungry predators."Roseline Gray, what’s your opinion on the recent video?""Roseline Gray, how do you feel about being attacked by your half-brother Victor Gray?""This isn’t the first time, is it? Why have you stayed silent about the abuse?""Your father didn’t defend you—have you ever resented him for it?""How do you feel about the way your stepmother treats you?""Doesn’t your stepsister Sophia support you either? Do you feel completely isolated?""Roseline Gray, I heard you came back to the country, so what did you do to be beaten up by your step brother?”Question afte
………The next day, Rose dressed carefully for the press conference. She applied a touch of makeup to cover her bruises, though some marks were still visible. She chose a white summer dress, its delicate design giving her an air of fragility.When she descended the stairs, Beatrice was waiting, her irritation evident as Rose had made them for a long time on purpose.“Why are you wearing that? Pick a brighter color! You look better in something cheerful. And put more makeup on!” Beatrice protested as she scanned what Rose was wearing.‘What is she trying to do? Is she trying to look weak on purpose?’ Beatrice fumed internally. ‘This conference is meant to prove the video was false, not the opposite! If anything bad happens to my son, you’ll pay for it!’ she seethed.Rose’s eyes filled with tears as she replied meekly, “Dr. Noah said makeup could cause scarring if applied before my cuts heal. But I thought it would look too obvious without anything, so I used a little to cover most of the
They began the game in silence, the soft clink of chess pieces the only sound. Frank’s moves were calculated, deliberate, but he quickly realized Rose wasn’t an easy opponent. Her strategy was sharp, her responses precise, and it wasn’t long before she had him on the defensive.Frank leaned back in his chair, studying the board with newfound respect. “You’re quite skilled. Your mother must have been an excellent teacher.”“She was,” Rose replied, her tone tinged with fondness. “She always said chess was like life. Every move matters, and you have to think several steps ahead.”Frank nodded, his expression thoughtful. “A wise woman. And what have you learned from this game?”Rose paused, a small smile playing on her lips. “That you’re cautious but adaptable. You test your opponent before committing to a strategy.”Frank raised an eyebrow, clearly impressed. “Well observed. You’ve got a sharp mind, Rose. A rare gift.”“Thank you,” Rose said, warmth creeping into her voice.As the game p
Rose smiled, caught between the two. “I… I didn’t mean to start a competition!” she said, laughing lightly.Frank chuckled and placed a hand on Anne’s shoulder. “It’s not a competition, dear,” he said softly, his voice carrying a reassuring note. “Let her call us whatever she feels comfortable with.”Anne smiled, the playful edge fading. “Well, as long as she knows I’m the most important one,” she said with a wink.Julian laughed, crossing his arms and leaning back casually. “I’ll tell you what Rose, in order to soften the situation. It would be best if you call mom ‘Grandma’ and father ‘Grandfather,’ Deal?”Rose laughed, feeling the warmth of their banter. “Deal!” she said, her heart lightened by the playful atmosphere. She totally forgot that she felt stiffened up earlier.“Well,” she said, giving Anne a quick hug, “I’ll call you Grandma, if you prefer that. I just... I think it slipped out. It feels right.”Anne’s face softened, her smile returning. “Of course, darling. I suppose
*********The grandeur of the Anderson Ancestral home was as breathtaking as ever, with its ornate architecture and sprawling gardens. Though Rose had visited before, this time felt different. It wasn’t a casual visit—it was her escape, her refuge after the chaos at the Gray mansion.Julian guided her inside, where Frank and Anne Anderson awaited in the living room. Despite the familiarity, Rose still felt a twinge of hesitation as she approached them.“Rose, my darling,” Anne said warmly, pulling her into a gentle hug. Her soft hair brushed against Rose’s cheek as she held her close. “I’ve been worried about you. I’m so glad you’re here now.”“Thank you, Grandma,” Rose replied, her voice steady though her heart fluttered at the kindness."My goodness, how on earth did you end up in this state? How dare William Gray let his incompetent fool do this to my precious child? Does he have a death wish?" Anne fumed, her voice trembling with rage. Though most of the wounds were finally heali