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2025-04-29 19:25:49As I put the phone down to my elder brother, Steven ran in here scowling.
"Ms. Dera, Kalus Mike came over again! The impudent creature! Too bad he didn't make a vocation out of peddling insurance!"
"His diligence at taking care of his dear fiancée is just something to marvel at."
I didn't even raise my eyes. I was busy signing forms.
But Steven could sense a hint of bitterness and jealousy in my voice. He was not sure if he dreamed it.
"Ms. Dera, I will personally go downstairs and shoo him away."
"No, invite him up." I snapped the lid of my pen and raised my eyebrows.
"What?!" Steven was surprised.
"He's so persistent and came three times just to glance at me. I must show him respect."
I leaned forward and stuck out my cute little feet.
Steven hurried over, dropped to his knee, and helped me into my high heels.
"Go to the restaurant on the first floor and fetch a girl with a pretty face and a good argument. I have something planned."
Ten minutes passed, and Steven brought a waitress who matched my description to the office.
"Hello, Ms. Denz!"
The waiter bowed deeply to the boss and was too afraid to breathe.
"Don't fear. I have a small mission for you, and I will reward you when the task is complete." I smiled weakly.
"I don't need any reward! I just want to serve you, Ms. Denz!"
The waitress's face turned red. "I like you so much! You're my idol!"
It was actually my fangirl.
I smiled at her and nodded in agreement. "She has the same build as me. Steve, prepare a set of my clothes and shoes for her." "Huh? Okay…" Steven left in puzzlement.
"Ms. Denz, what do you need me to do for you?" The waitress asked dutifully.
I twisted my reddish lips into a cunning smile. "Kalus Mike, the owner of Mike Corporation, will be arriving to visit me soon. I am not in a good disposition to welcome him, so welcome him on my behalf."
Hearing this, the waitress was so terrified that her legs turned stiff.
"Don't be nervous. I will watch the situation in this office, and you'll wear a Bluetooth headset, so you just have to repeat the words I'm speaking. Be sure to act naturally!"
After three visits to Zz World Hotel, Kalus finally got a chance to meet Dera Denz.
Although his stern face was unchanging, his heart was trembling.
The administrative secretary escorted them to the elevator. Along the way, Kalus's breathtaking good looks attracted the attention of the female office staff.
They arrived at the elevators. Ian was about to press the button when he was stopped by the administrative secretary.
"This elevator is reserved for Ms. Denz. You two can take the regular elevators."
"Tsk! What's the big deal?" Ian couldn't help but raise his eyebrows.
Kalus did not protest this. After all, he too had a private elevator in Mike Corporation.
The elevator crept up the 40-story building slowly.
But it only reached the 30th floor.
The administrative secretary told them, "Please get out of the elevator."
"We are not there yet. Isn't Ms. Denz's office on the 40th floor?" Ian asked incredulously.
"Yes, but this elevator goes only up to the 30th floor."
"What do you mean?" Kalus scowled.
"Other than the VIP elevator of the general manager, the other five only go as high as the 30th floor. No one is permitted to use the VIP elevator except with Ms. Denz's permission. So if you two want to go to the 40th floor, there is only one thing to do—take the stairs."
Ian was indignant. "Is this how Ms. Denz treats her guests?! It's scandalous!"
"I am merely saying the message. If you do not want to go down on the stairs, I will send you back down." The administrative secretary was such a cold robot.
"Forget it. Let's take the stairs."
Kalus clamped his thin lips together, suppressed his temper, and marched out of the elevator reluctantly.
Was Dera expecting him to quit by playing hard to get with him?
What she did not know was that Kalus would never give up.
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"Mr. Mike… I simply can't continue anymore!" Ian panted while they trudged along the stairs.The hotel ceiling was extremely high, so the floors required extra steps than usual. Ian had already started breathing hard before reaching the 8th floor. His legs ached, and he was already contemplating giving up.A man should not give up so easily. There are just two floors remaining. Hurry." Kalus prompted Ian as he ascended the stairs without breaking his composure.Kalus was 30 years old. He was two years older than Ian but had served as a soldier in the peacekeeping force in his early days. He had retired from the army, exercised often, and practiced martial arts and hence his physical fitness was much better than that of ordinary people.He could still climb another 20 floors if he had to, as when he was in the army, he would have to run at least 30 laps during their night run.Finally, they reached the 40th floor. Ian sat on the stairs and panted hard, while Kalus glared at him icily a
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-04-29Chasing the deck of her 27
"Hahaha…."I laughed loudly, so my puppet also had to laugh mockingly.Kalus furrowed his eyebrows."Enjoy the compliment, Mr. Mike. But you need not be humble. I can make hundreds of such calligraphy pieces a day, so it is no great loss to you if you take one from me."I smiled mockingly, and Kalus's face stiffened. He clenched his fists into small fists."Mr. Mike, I know that you didn't come all the way here only to admire my writing. Down to business already." I had no time to waste and I spoke bluntly."To tell the truth, I am here concerning what happened to Gold Corporation. Hope you can lighten up on crushing them, Ms. Denz. Negotiate for terms on that, we can."Kalus's tone was low, and his stare was suffocating. "Anyway, I'm sure that you will be more rewarded working with Mike Corporation in the future, especially in Savrow.""Are you suggesting I'm suppressing them, Mr. Mike?I erupt into laughter. "I had made a complaint for a minute's sake alone to expose profiteers so o
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I went back to the office. My puppet waitress stood up hastily and walked over, still shaking legs."I was so afraid! Mr. Mike is so good-looking! He also has such powerful charm that I blushed when I saw him. Did I mess up, Ms. Denz?""No, you did exceptionally well."I gave her an envelope. "Here, you deserve it."“Thank you, Ms. Denz!” The waitress took it and felt a thick wad of cash inside.At this time, Steven handed her a confidentiality agreement.“I know you’re an honest lady, but for both parties’ sake, it’s safer to sign an agreement.”I smiled weakly. "Don't reveal any details of what transpired today. If a third party knows about what we spoke in my meeting with Mr. Mike today, then I will consider it your breach of contract and sue you legally."The waitress swallowed hard, signed the contract, and swore repeatedly not to reveal anything before leaving the office."Aren't Kalus Mike so heartless, I mean, supposedly? I think he is nothing but a lovesick fool! Don't you th
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-04-29Chasing the deck of her 29
The truth was that Kalus did not find any pleasure in gaining his freedom to pursue his own love. Rather, he felt like he could not meet the expectations he had for his relationship with Lydia.There was a knock on the door, which Kalus answered. Ian burst in with a document.“Mr. Mike, I’ve investigated the situation. Zz World Hotel canceled orders with Alia Furniture nine days ago and terminated cooperation with Gold Corporation. But at that time, Zz Group did not disclose Alia Furniture’s quality problems to the media. The outside world was mostly just speculating what happened.”Immediately afterward, Lydia announced her wedding news with Kalus and defamed Amara Kol. That was the time when Zz Group announced Alia Furniture's quality problems, causing a stir.Kalus clenched his teeth. He took out a painkiller with shaking hands and took it to suppress his headache."I heard one of the hotel's vice presidents, Michael Gordon, got a lot of kickbacks from Gold Corporation before Ms. D
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-04-29Chasing the deck of her 30
When Kalus returned to Tideview Manor, his whole body was dripping wet as if he had been swimming in his working clothes.Wilma hastily ran over and brought a towel to dry him up, but he gently waved the towel aside and headed up to the second floor, fuming with anger."What happened? Who insulted him?" Wilma questioned Ian nervously."If you have time, you can comfort Mr. Mike later. He was tricked."What?! He is so smart. How does he get scammed?! Did you go to the police? Report it immediately!" Wilma was frightened.Ian vigorously shook his head. "No, it's a complicated case. The police will not act. Mr. Mike has just found his match.""I always advised him to download an anti-fraud application a long time ago, but he just did not want to listen to me. And look at him now, he has been scammed.Ian smiled contemptuously and said to himself, 'Mr. Mike had finally encountered someone he could not manage.'Kalus would even prefer being cheated. This way, at least his ego would remain
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-04-29Chasing the deck of her CHAPTER 1
I gazed at the signed divorce papers on the table.I gazed in the window direction through brimming eyes. Kalus Mike stood there under the glare of the sun of the afternoon, as faultless and stiff as a marble carving and giving out an overpowering aura.I've signed them. You'll need to sign them at your earliest convenience so that we can finalize the divorce before Lydia gets home.Kalus rested his hands at his back and said, without glancing at me, "Since we had a prenuptial agreement, there won't be a problem with property division. But as compensation, I will give you an additional $20 million and the villa in the western suburbs. Otherwise, I won't be able to justify it to Grandpa if you get away with not a single cent."I was shocked. "Does your Grandpa know you want a divorce from me?""Grandpa's wishes won't be a factor for me."My skeletal frame shuddered, so I clung to the edge of the table to stabilize myself. My tears streamed down my face as I begged, "Kalus, can't we sta
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-04-16Chasing the deck of her CHAPTER 2
I was Mrs. Mike's niece, so I stayed and enjoyed a good family dinner with the Mikes.Kalus was the only one with a frown. He had no appetite because Amara left with Frank Denz.She did not even pack anything with her, nor did she take his $20 million settlement or the villa."Where's Amara? Why didn't she come down to dinner?" Gregory Mike, Kalus's father, asked in shock.We've already signed the divorce papers." Kalus lowered his eyes and spoke, "I will proceed with the divorce as soon as possible."Gregory was taken aback. "Divorce? Why?""Oh, Greg, I've told you ages ago that Kalus and Amara are not a good match. Your father organized their wedding.".Kalus's stepmother, Zera Zapper, sighed and continued, "This poor girl suffered for three years. Now they could both have their own life, since she is ready to let go of Kalus. This is genuinely a good deal for them. You know, Kalus had always loved Lydia.""Marriage is no game, Kalus. Amara is too."."Dad, we got the divorce documen
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-04-16Chasing the deck of her CHAPTER 3
The Rolls-Royce pulled up to Yara Park, where the Denz family resided in Hatchbay.The car stopped in the middle of the red carpet rolled out at the front entrance. In the middle was Dean Denz, my second brother. He opened the car door for me and greeted me."Welcome home, Princess!"I was standing tall under the lights at the mansion. I had taken off my sneakers and dressed up in stilettos beforehand inside the car. Getting out of the car, I was a proud queen."How have you been, Dean?""I'm fine, but I feel much better now that you're here! Are the fireworks nice? My birthday gift to you has gone viral on the internet!" Dean's handsome face was filled with excitement."Yeah, I saw it. They say that you're a filthy rich bastard trying to win someone's heart. That's quite an achievement, isn't it?" I clapped my hands and smiled broadly at Dean.Dean ignored my joking and hugged me close."Dera, you won't escape again, okay?""Where can I go now that I'm divorced?"I patted the back of
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Chasing the deck of her 30
When Kalus returned to Tideview Manor, his whole body was dripping wet as if he had been swimming in his working clothes.Wilma hastily ran over and brought a towel to dry him up, but he gently waved the towel aside and headed up to the second floor, fuming with anger."What happened? Who insulted him?" Wilma questioned Ian nervously."If you have time, you can comfort Mr. Mike later. He was tricked."What?! He is so smart. How does he get scammed?! Did you go to the police? Report it immediately!" Wilma was frightened.Ian vigorously shook his head. "No, it's a complicated case. The police will not act. Mr. Mike has just found his match.""I always advised him to download an anti-fraud application a long time ago, but he just did not want to listen to me. And look at him now, he has been scammed.Ian smiled contemptuously and said to himself, 'Mr. Mike had finally encountered someone he could not manage.'Kalus would even prefer being cheated. This way, at least his ego would remain
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The truth was that Kalus did not find any pleasure in gaining his freedom to pursue his own love. Rather, he felt like he could not meet the expectations he had for his relationship with Lydia.There was a knock on the door, which Kalus answered. Ian burst in with a document.“Mr. Mike, I’ve investigated the situation. Zz World Hotel canceled orders with Alia Furniture nine days ago and terminated cooperation with Gold Corporation. But at that time, Zz Group did not disclose Alia Furniture’s quality problems to the media. The outside world was mostly just speculating what happened.”Immediately afterward, Lydia announced her wedding news with Kalus and defamed Amara Kol. That was the time when Zz Group announced Alia Furniture's quality problems, causing a stir.Kalus clenched his teeth. He took out a painkiller with shaking hands and took it to suppress his headache."I heard one of the hotel's vice presidents, Michael Gordon, got a lot of kickbacks from Gold Corporation before Ms. D
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I went back to the office. My puppet waitress stood up hastily and walked over, still shaking legs."I was so afraid! Mr. Mike is so good-looking! He also has such powerful charm that I blushed when I saw him. Did I mess up, Ms. Denz?""No, you did exceptionally well."I gave her an envelope. "Here, you deserve it."“Thank you, Ms. Denz!” The waitress took it and felt a thick wad of cash inside.At this time, Steven handed her a confidentiality agreement.“I know you’re an honest lady, but for both parties’ sake, it’s safer to sign an agreement.”I smiled weakly. "Don't reveal any details of what transpired today. If a third party knows about what we spoke in my meeting with Mr. Mike today, then I will consider it your breach of contract and sue you legally."The waitress swallowed hard, signed the contract, and swore repeatedly not to reveal anything before leaving the office."Aren't Kalus Mike so heartless, I mean, supposedly? I think he is nothing but a lovesick fool! Don't you th
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"Hahaha…."I laughed loudly, so my puppet also had to laugh mockingly.Kalus furrowed his eyebrows."Enjoy the compliment, Mr. Mike. But you need not be humble. I can make hundreds of such calligraphy pieces a day, so it is no great loss to you if you take one from me."I smiled mockingly, and Kalus's face stiffened. He clenched his fists into small fists."Mr. Mike, I know that you didn't come all the way here only to admire my writing. Down to business already." I had no time to waste and I spoke bluntly."To tell the truth, I am here concerning what happened to Gold Corporation. Hope you can lighten up on crushing them, Ms. Denz. Negotiate for terms on that, we can."Kalus's tone was low, and his stare was suffocating. "Anyway, I'm sure that you will be more rewarded working with Mike Corporation in the future, especially in Savrow.""Are you suggesting I'm suppressing them, Mr. Mike?I erupt into laughter. "I had made a complaint for a minute's sake alone to expose profiteers so o
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"Mr. Mike… I simply can't continue anymore!" Ian panted while they trudged along the stairs.The hotel ceiling was extremely high, so the floors required extra steps than usual. Ian had already started breathing hard before reaching the 8th floor. His legs ached, and he was already contemplating giving up.A man should not give up so easily. There are just two floors remaining. Hurry." Kalus prompted Ian as he ascended the stairs without breaking his composure.Kalus was 30 years old. He was two years older than Ian but had served as a soldier in the peacekeeping force in his early days. He had retired from the army, exercised often, and practiced martial arts and hence his physical fitness was much better than that of ordinary people.He could still climb another 20 floors if he had to, as when he was in the army, he would have to run at least 30 laps during their night run.Finally, they reached the 40th floor. Ian sat on the stairs and panted hard, while Kalus glared at him icily a
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As I put the phone down to my elder brother, Steven ran in here scowling."Ms. Dera, Kalus Mike came over again! The impudent creature! Too bad he didn't make a vocation out of peddling insurance!""His diligence at taking care of his dear fiancée is just something to marvel at."I didn't even raise my eyes. I was busy signing forms.But Steven could sense a hint of bitterness and jealousy in my voice. He was not sure if he dreamed it."Ms. Dera, I will personally go downstairs and shoo him away.""No, invite him up." I snapped the lid of my pen and raised my eyebrows."What?!" Steven was surprised."He's so persistent and came three times just to glance at me. I must show him respect."I leaned forward and stuck out my cute little feet.Steven hurried over, dropped to his knee, and helped me into my high heels."Go to the restaurant on the first floor and fetch a girl with a pretty face and a good argument. I have something planned."Ten minutes passed, and Steven brought a waitress
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The next morning, Kalus dressed up nicely in a suit and leather boots. He was handsome and dignified looking as he stood before the Zz World Hotel in top condition.The moment he stepped into the hall, he was physically and psychologically comfortable.Kalus was there once before last year, and because he is a no-nonsense, demanding person, he had spoken its standards about.He had a perception that the hotel was inefficiently managed and had nothing much to be proud of.But when he stepped into the hotel again, Kalus felt the difference. The hotel was immaculately restored and exuded the high levels of a fine hotel.Clearly, Dera Denz was a good manager. She was an opponent with whom he couldn't be indifferent."This is Mr. Kalus Mike, CEO of Mike Corporation. He would like to see Ms. Denz. Kindly convey the message to your general manager."Ian had to make several attempts before he eventually found Dera's administrative secretary and explained the reason they were there."I'm sorry
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Kalus, did you hear what happened?" Gregory asked with a frown, as he comforted his wife."I heard. The person who made this news known is the new general manager of Zz World Hotel, Dera Denz."Kalus lowered his eyelids, deliberately not gazing at the lovers in front of him.Gregory had never been so gentle to his mother, or to him, in his recollection. Perhaps Gregory had forgotten what Kalus's mother looked like."The Denz family from Hatchbay?!"Zera clutched her mouth and exclaimed, "That's the richest family in Hatchbay! How could my sister's family have possibly offended them?!""We have never had any relations with the Denz family because our ancestors fought a bitter war against each other. Wyatt Denz's great-grandmother made a vow that none of the Denz family members could ever marry a Mike. Whoever goes against this will be disowned by the Denz family and will not be entitled to anything."Kalus did not care about this because the woman he wanted to marry was Lydia, not Dera
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"Dera Denz… I have a feeling that I've heard this name somewhere before." Kalus massaged his temples and muttered to himself."I made a detailed inquiry about Ms. Denz," Ian presented in his report.Kalus's eyes gleamed with the thought, 'Finally! This useless secretary is one step ahead of me!'"Tell me the result.""I couldn't find anything about her." Ian shrugged his shoulders and spread his hands in a helpless manner.Ian, I think you should report to the human resources department to sign your salary tomorrow." Kalus's eyes were cold."Mr. Mike, calm down! It is not that I don't want to ask about her. It is just that Ms. Denz's information is like a top-secret file. I really cannot do anything in that matter."Ian's face whitened in fright, and he wiped his damp hands with trembling hands. "Don't you think it's strange? All I could learn about Ms. Denz is that she is the only daughter of Wyatt Denz's first wife. And yet, nothing about her is online. I've attempted to search for
