“What the hell, Claire?” Sylvia was the first one to exclaim.“I want a divorce, and it can be done next week,” Claire stated. “ We don’t have the contract anymore, and we can end this false marriage at any time, so let’s divorce.”“Are you kidding me? After all that happened, you even have his children, and now you want to divorce him?” Tabby asked, getting upset.“I’m sure sister has a very good reason for the change. Sara, what did you two talk about to have Claire declare for a divorce?” Tabitha asked.Claire and Sara looked at each other, and for some unknown reason, they began giggling.“Oh, it’s a joke, ha, ha, you really got me there,” Blake said, placing his hand behind his head in nervousness.“Oh, this is no joke, mister. We will get a divorce, and then you will inform the Shuler family to hold the engagement party and have the wedding next month. After, you and I will get remarried along with the rest of the ladies. Is it clear now? Poor Sara, she can’t wait for another tw
Blake awoke before Claire as she lay on top of him, for they had tired themselves out over their energetic escapade last night. Slowly releasing himself from Claire’s grasp, he only marveled over her luscious body. Not wanting to repeat what happened last night, Blake quickly left the room. Surprisingly he found Tabby in the kitchen preparing breakfast.“Morning, how are we on this fine Tuesday?” Blake asked, grabbing a cup of coffee.“Humph.” Was all Tabby replied as she continued working on the eggs.“Is there something bothering you?” Blake asked over his mug.Slamming the pan on the stove, she looked at him like he was a fool for asking.“Do you two even consider what the neighbors thought from your antics last night?” Tabby asked, heating the pan for the eggs.Puzzled, Blake looked at her and replied. “Neighbors? I have the whole floor to ourselves; we have no neighbors.”“What am I if not a neighbor? It was three this morning until you two finally went to sleep. With Claire call
Blake came out of the bathroom, donning only a towel around his waist and another drying his hair.“And that right there does not help the situation,” Claire stated, rising from the table and heading to Blake, blocking his path into his room.“Care to explain yourself, mister?” Claire asked sternly.“Huh? What’s wrong? I only took a shower.” Blake explained himself.“Not that. You have been neglecting your duties as a husband, sir.” Claire continued.‘Neglected my duties as a husband? What is she saying? I’m sure I’ve been with her throughout the process of childcare and caring for her.’ Blake is none the wiser about why Claire would say this.“Uhm, what are you talking about? I’ve been helping with the kids and….”“I’m not talking about that. Are you or are you not considered the husband to my sisters?” Claire asked sternly.“Ye, yes, I would say we are in a relationship close to that assumption.”“Then let me ask you this very important question.”“Okay, what?”“When was the last ti
“Mr. Elon, they did, only____ it was in the dark. I was the one who strategically planned the business model they were working on, but I was not given credit due to the position I held within the family. That was why grandfather was adamant and didn’t want me to leave the Carlson family; no one else is capable.” Mr. Ross explained.“Uhun. Yes, I can see why he wouldn’t want to lose you. Honors in business academics when you were in college and have a bachelor’s degree in management.” Blake praised the man. “You will do. Miss. Writtle here will bring you to H. R. and have the proper paperwork done for you to sign and meet me back here. Let me be the first to welcome you to Elon Trust CEO Ross.” Blake said, smiling at the surprised look on Kevin’s face, and Susan looked startled at Blake as if she had heard the worst news in her life.“Mr. Elon, I….”“No use thanking me. You are the perfect candidate to replace me while I am gone, and I am confident you will bring great things into the
“Miss. Writtle. We meet again.” Daren said, reaching out to her hand, kissing it, and giving Blake a sour look.“What’s with this look? Did I wrong you?” Blake asked, taking a sip from his coffee.“Wrong me? Do you get this ass hole? First, he gave me an extreme regiment to follow, and for the first time in my life, I was in so much pain that I didn’t know what to do with myself. Then on top of all that, haven’t even called to see how I am doing all these days.” Daren said, looking at Susan, explaining his hostility towards Blake.“Well, you look better than you did when we first met. Here I have something for you. Get these herbs and soak with them in a hot bath. Follow the prescription to a tee, don’t scrimp on the herbs, and don’t place more than needed. This is a potent body-building soak.” Blake explained to Daren, placing the note into his hand. “I mean it, and this will temper your body; it’s very potent,” Blake warned.Daren looked at the list of ingredients and frowned. Where
Jake looked at the stock market results and frowned. Blake was right in his assumption; yesterday’s attack only tested the waters, and a full-on assault was in play. His best team was on the defensive for most of the morning as the stocks were being shorted, and the rebound of their actions was a daisy chain of events. More investors were getting on the bandwagon, attacking Elon Conglomerate’s stocks and giving Jake and his crew a run for their money. They had already lost three billion trying to keep their stocks afloat, so they would not drop below the market value.“See to it that we don’t fail. I do not want to see a decline when the markets close today. If it’s a money war they want, we will provide.” Jake said, walking out of the battle room.Reaching his office, he slumped onto his chair, wiping the sweat off his brow. They had lost so much in this battle, and it was only the beginning. There was a knocking at his door, and he replied for the person to enter. Fred Wilks entered
“Hit them. Strike them. Tomorrow we will branch out the attack to the companies Elon has invested in.” Daren Killinger yelled at his team before leaving the room.Arriving in his office, Daren Killinger called for his associate and asked his question when he had arrived.“Has it been taken cared of?”“Yes, they are in the interrogation room as we speak.”“Good. Let them sweat it out for a while before we question them.”Jake looked at the stocks at the closing of the day. The attack happened right before the bell sounded for the end of trading. The sudden shorting of stocks was too much, and the team could not counter in time and dropped the stock below the market. It was causing a frenzy in social media and financial news networks.“In today’s financial market, the ever-growing Elon Conglomerate stock had been battling a war for its very survival. The company was hit a massive blow in the last call of the bell, lowering their stocks below the market. If the company can’t make a comeb
The scene occurred in a car dealership with new make and model cars. The women were the buyers and brought out the exceptional craftsmanship of the vehicle and the affordable pricing. When the scene was over, the director was delighted with the outcome. This performance only took one take, and it was a wrap for the day’s work of his crew. When the red light for filming was extinguished, the door to the studio was abruptly opened, and Henry entered with Samantha by his side. Even Henry had to follow the rules about when filming was being taken place in the company, or he would suffer the high fine his grandfather had issued if the set was interrupted.“Where do you think you are all going?” Henry called out.“Mr. Weston, we are wrapping up.” The assistant to the director explained.“Nonsense, who told you to wrap up when the star of the commercial hadn’t arrived yet? Do you think amateurs can compete with a veteran?” Henry called out, smiling at Samantha.“Henry, what is the meaning of