"Because I'm Evans Group's CEO," Corinne answered. She continued, "Mr. Gavin, I know that you're good friends with Ms. Evans, but you can't just do whatever you wish. There are rules that need to be followed in this company." Gavin was even more confused now. "You said that we have to follow the rules here. Just what rule is your decision to fire me based on?" Instead of replying, Corinne smiled and closed the contract file on the table. "Now that things have come to this, I advise you to leave as soon as possible. If you don't, I'll have security come up and take you away." That said, she picked up the phone on the table. But Gavin wasn't afraid of her at all. "Ms. Everson, I will not leave the office until you give me a reasonable explanation!" His tone was firm. He might not have done much at Evans Group, but it was as clear as day that Corinne was doing this on purpose. This was a powerplay. She wanted to instill fear in everyone's hearts. Besides, everyone knew th
Gavin hung up, and Caroline pocketed her phone. She was in no hurry to return to the living room, though. It was simply because she couldn't be anywhere near Kirk for now. Just as she was hesitating to head back to the living room, a sharp noise pierced through the air. Before she could even respond, multiple gunshots sounded in the air. Frightened, she darted back into the house. Kirk, who was in the living room, tossed his laptop aside and rushed to Caroline's aid when he heard the noise. When he saw her, he immediately wrapped his arms around her."Are you hurt?" he asked, his voice laced with concern. Caroline shook her head silently. Soon, the sound of gunshots faded, but the two of them stood still with their arms still around each other. When their surroundings became quiet again and there was no longer a single gunshot to be heard, they heard Nightshade teasing them. Only then did Kirk and Caroline realize that the two of them were in such close proximity.
Nightshade's sentence was cut short when Kirk said, "What do you mean? Did you lie about Thomas?" "Of course not. The part about Thomas is true," Nightshade explained himself. "And so is the fact that I'm trying to set up you and Caroline." Kirk didn't get it. "Why are you doing this?""It's simple, really." Nightshade laughed. "You two look the happiest when you're around each other, and when you're happy, I get a pay raise." He added, "I see no reason not to do so… unless you don't want me to?" Kirk stared at Nightshade without blinking. He said, "Don't interfere. I can handle my problem." As cold-blooded as ever, Nightshade mocked, "Yeah, yeah. I haven't seen any improvements, even after so long." "She and I are staying together now. Isn't this considered progress?" Kirk retaliated, making Nightshade laugh. "Do you think this would have happened if it hadn't been for Thomas? When Sean finds the other two assassins, what excuse will you come up with to stay with Car
Nightshade would take the spotlight and be known as the coolest person alive on the dark web.Kirk's frown deepened even more as time passed. He still didn't get the point. However, after considering Nightshade's offer, he asked, "What do you suggest?" Nightshade's excitement shot through the roof at that question. "You agree, then? You'll plead for help once you two reconcile?" "We'll see," Kirk told him.The answer was ambiguous, but Nightshade was no businessman; he simply took that as a "yes"."My method will surely work!" he sounded ecstatic. "But I can only tell you a part of the plan, just in case you go back on your word." "What is it?""Aren't you two staying in the same room tonight? You can…" Nightshade stood closer to Kirk and lowered his voice until it was just a whisper. After he was done speaking, he gleefully quirked an eyebrow at Kirk. But Kirk didn't seem to like the sound of it. "Are you sure it'll work?" "Trust me. It definitely will." Nightshade
"Nothing!" Nightshade yelped, but the anxiety in his voice gave him away. Caroline didn't buy it. Judging from the look on his face, something was definitely going on. She stepped forward to see just what he was hiding behind him. It looked like herbs. "What's that?" Caroline took a piece of herb from his hand and sniffed it. Nightshade hastily snatched it back from her and warned, "You can't eat this!" While Caroline looked confused, Nightshade's face was etched with anxiety."What is this?" she repeated her question. "It's a type of herb for men. If a woman consumes it, she will get a nosebleed. Her life could even be in danger," Nightshade told her. Caroline hurriedly tossed away the remaining herbs in her hand. "Is it so dangerous?" "Yes." Nightshade told her before lowering his voice and adding, "You'll know what I mean tonight." Caroline didn't hear that last sentence, though. She looked around but couldn't find the housekeeper, so she said, "Carry on with wha
"There's no way a few ordinary people can hurt me!" Seeing how resolute Nightshade was, Kirk frowned. "Are you really not injured?""I'm really not! You can see for yourself if you don't believe me," Nightshade said, raising his hands.Kirk frowned. He didn't want to inspect a man's body. "Since you're not injured, why did you get those herbs?"Nightshade finally understood what was going on. "Oh, so you're asking about those herbs!" He smiled mysteriously. "I got them for you."Kirk asked, "Why did you get them for me?"Nightshade said matter-of-factly, "Those herbs are supplements. Thomas already sent people to test you, and I'm sure you don't want his men to take you down in one blow, right? "If that happened, you'd embarrass yourself in front of Caroline."Kirk remained silent."So, I've prepared some supplements for you. Remember to drink one cup of it after dinner every night."Kirk frowned, but he didn't say no.Nightshade took his silence as an agreement. Before
However, with Caroline's expectantly looking at him, Kirk picked up the supplement and drank it in one gulp. After drinking it, Kirk didn't taste anything else but bitterness. Caroline asked, "How do you feel?"Kirk shook his head."But Nightshade says that you only need to take this when you're injured," the housekeeper said.Caroline asked in confusion, "If you aren't injured, why did he make this for you?"Kirk didn't know the reason either. "Let's just have our dinner.""Okay." Caroline picked up her spoon and glanced at Kirk's bowl suspiciously. Once she was done with dinner, she went to take a shower. After her shower, she glanced at Kirk. "I want to head upstairs to rest."At the moment, Kirk was still on the couch, and he looked a little strange. However, Caroline didn't notice it because she was a bit far away from him. "Okay." Kirk stood up and followed Caroline upstairs. As he walked, he felt as if his mouth were on fire. It was very uncomfortable. When he arr
"Kirk, why did the power go out? Did Thomas' people do something?"When Kirk heard what Caroline said, he paused in the middle of wrapping his towel around his waist. Was Caroline traumatized by what happened in the afternoon?The thought made Kirk uncomfortable. No longer bothered about the towel in his hand, he opened the door.When he did, Caroline threw herself into Kirk's arms. "Are you okay?"Caroline's womanly scent filled Kirk's nostrils, and he felt his desires growing again. "Carrie…""You're bleeding!" Caroline felt some blood on her hands and thought that Kirk had been injured. In reality, it was blood from the injury Kirk had caused himself."Thomas' people are really here. What should we do?" Caroline asked in a panic. "I-I'll get the first-aid kit! By the way, do you have any other injuries?"Caroline anxiously felt Kirk's body for other injuries. Since everything was pitch-black, she could only feel Kirk blindly. However, her actions were torture for Kirk, who ha