Their both heads turned to Anna. She looked between the mother and son duo and let out an awkward laugh. “Umm, that…that was a bit sudden. It’s not a bad idea. We’ll try for a baby.”“What?” Caspian stared at her like she suddenly grew two heads, her words coming as a shock to him.“I…I said we could try for a baby. Just like a mother wants.”“Oh dear.” Mrs Riordan picked up a tissue and dabbed her with it, pushing back the tears that threatened to spill down her eyes. She clutched Anna’s palm, her gaze filled with love and adoration for the girl. “You’re such a sweetheart. I can’t hold back my tears.” Her tears spilled down her cheek as she broke out into sobs. “What’s wrong, mother? Why are you crying?”“It’s tears of joy. I’ve waited for this day since forever.” She managed to wipe her tears.“Thank you so much, honey. The Riordan family will finally have an heir. I’m so glad.”“It’s okay. It’s no big…”Before Anna could complete her words, Caspian interrupted.“Are you doing this
“News headline. At 9:30 am today, an anonymous report shed light on Elith Pharmaceutical Corporation. The truth of their rapid growth and success over the past year. The report stated about the company’s operations and the sale of fake chemicals which has caused a high rate of cancer, asthma, and even fibroids within the already struggling country over the past year. The CEO, Mr Ethan Riordan had yet to make any statement regarding this allegation. However, the police and other agencies are looking into the case already. This is Michelle reporting live from UNC. With me is my colleague, Ruth. What do you have to say about the anonymous report, Ruth?”The rest of the caster’s words were driven into the air at Caspian’s laughter that echoed in his office and the hallway. He has his legs on his table with his hands clutching the tablet where the voice came from and his head thrown backward in laughter. “What a good news,” he smiled in satisfaction. “Isn’t this the best news this week? No
“You… what are you doing here?” Ethan’s shoulders straightened with each step that Caspian took forward. He stared with wide eyes as his brother stood before him with a smug grin on his lips, his eyes conveying to him that he was present for anything other than peace. He knew the look that his brother carried at the moment. One that communicated to him that there was surely going to be trouble.It was like that whenever they were around each other. There was bound to be fire!“Nice question, brother. I should also compliment you on your nice way of standing.” A chuckle escaped his lips, his eyes skimming down to the slightly shorter man who helped in balancing Ethan just in case his legs gave out. Behind him was his wheelchair. “Instead of plotting day and night, I recommend that you be in the hospital finding a solution for your goddamn legs.”“Don’t you dare fucking speak to me in such a way? You’re interrupting my Press conference. Leave immediately.” Panicking, Ethan cocked his he
“Mr Ethan, does this mean your company would have to fold up?”“Mr Ethan, what proof do you have that your partner is the culprit?”“If you knew that your partner was the culprit, why didn’t you say anything?”“Me Ethan, how are we going to believe you after seeing all these things with our eyes.”“This is quite unbelievable. Please make a believable statement.”The questions of the reporters whirled in Ethan’s head over and over again, adding to the panic and fear that settled in his head. “Shut the fuck in!” He found himself yelling at them and immediately, silence followed after. He clamped his eyes shut and the next time he opened them, they were filled with blue flames and burning hatred for the man who was his brother. He glared at him, his fingers bunching into a fist beside him and Caspian was sure that if looks could kill, he would have dropped dead at that instant. “Trust me, you’ll regret this decision of yours, Caspian Riordan. I’ll make sure of it.”“You’ll regret your
With a lighthearted whistle and an enigmatic smile, Caspian sauntered back into his company, his footsteps light. He had his hands buried in his pants pocket, his smile still maintained on his lips eliciting a weird stare from his employees as he passed them. With his secretary, he stepped into the private elevator that led him directly to the hallway of his office. “Is there anything else that I have to do, boss?” Alix asked, trailing behind him. “Nothing. You take the day off and be with your family. I’ll send a reward for your hard work.”“What? You’re giving me a break?”Caspian paused and turned to the man, his smile disappearing. “You want me to take back my words? Leave now.”“Ye…yes sir.”He lowered his head into a bow before swiveling around and racing back into the elevator, a yell of appreciation did he let out before the elevator separated them both. Caspian shook his head and continued his journey to his office, his footsteps increasing as he remembered that Anna was wa
“Where is she?” Anna got into the company, Maya rushing to her side. “She’s at the lobby.”They began making their way to the lobby, by passing the few employees that were busy going about their businesses. Anna’s eyes gleamed as they fell on the girl. “Miss Wendy,” she called, stretching out her arms for a handshake. It was the first time she’s met the girl live but it felt like they’d known each other for ages. Well, they’d been talking on the phone for a few months now and from all their interactions, she could tell just how lovely the girl was and how they’d make a good collaboration in the movie industry.The girl raised her eyes, a smile also forming on her lips. She stood up from the couch and took off her glasses before accepting Anna’s hug. She was dressed in a black and white dress that stopped mid-thigh and her blonde hair was let to drop on her exposed smooth white shoulders.“Anna. How have you been?” They pulled away from the hug. “You look stunning. Look at you.”“And
The warm glow of light and unrestrained laughters filled the cozy local restaurant just a few meters way from the company. A long polished wooden table and wooden chairs at both sides of it, stretched across the center. Anna with Wendy and six other team member sat on the chairs, several bottles of beer, grilled meat and hot pots on the table before them. Wendy who was beside her couldn’t help the smiles that adjourned her lips at the sight of the surroundings and the lively chatter of the team members. And then the scent of fresh meat, cooked vegetables and beer. “Thank you so much for dinner, Mrs Riordan,” one of the employees lowered her head in a bow and the rest followed. “Thank You so much for dinner.”“Thank you for dinner.”She immediately waved it off with her hands. “It’s fine guys. Dig in already. It’s getting late.”I’m all smiles, they took their spoons and dug into the hot pots before them, their moans of excitement echoing in the hall around them as the delicious tas
“That’s horrible! I can’t imagine that.” From the look of things and from her tone, everyone could tell that she already developed a hatred for Ria even without meeting her in person. She could already tell what sort of horrible person she was. “I hope she gets karma.”“She’ll definitely get karma. I mean… she’s already having it,” Maya announced.“How?”“Her career is at rock bottom, I’m not sure her relationship with her fiancé will continue and her mother is as good as useless. That’s what she deserves though.”Anna shook her head and let them continue their conversations about Ria as her phone blared on the table. Her eyes grew wide at the sight of the caller ID and she immediately picked it up. “Hmm, I have to pick this, I’m sorry.”She swiped on the green button and placed the phone closer to her ears.“I’m outside. You’re not done yet?” Caspian’s voice rang from the other line. How did he know where she was? She wondered. But realizing that her husband always has his way around