Chapter 9 Izzabelle's Plan

After having done with the lobby's nonsense and shenanigans, the father and daughter duo decided to take their leave under the curious and envious gazes of their employees.

The two walked closely to each other and went towards the CEO’s exclusive elevator.

The dignified CEO pressed the elevator's button to open it's door and gentlemanly lead his daughter to go inside first before he proceeded to dragged himself next to enter. He then pressed the close button and proceeded to press again the 50th floor button of the building which was exclusive only for the executives.

"Dad, how have you been doing while I'm gone?"

The young Smith was undoubtedly curious as she was itching to know about her father's situation during her absence. Aside from their exchanging  of emails once a month there's nothing else more that her father had informed her.

"I would be lying to you if I told you that I didn't missed you... you know parents always thought about their children's safety right?, but work has been also a good companion to me through all those years and aside from having a little drink with my friend sometimes nothing else more interesting happened..."

Mr. James Smith wasn't lying to his daughter. During his heiress' absence he specifically prohibited and warned strictly his female employees not to enter his office as if he was naturally allergic to their presence. The reason was that, his female employees was trying to seduce him by any chance. Sometimes they dressed themselves improperly and flock their curves almost shoving them into his face. But...

Izzabelle's stern command on him five years ago before her departure still lingered on his mind and he seriously followed his own promise to assure his one and only treasure.

"Hahaa... that's why your female employees hate me so much that they almost colluded together to kill me just because I'm looking for you..." the young heiress was deliberately making fun of her father to lighten their moods.

"They're also your employees, don't forget that..." the father retorted casually as he was correcting his daughter's words. She was his heiress for god sake! How could she forgot about it?

"Copy that Mr. Smith Sir!"

Izzabelle was really enjoying making fun of her handsome father but the latter just smiled lovingly and adoringly while looking at her. He really spoiled her a lot!

"Ding!"

The elevator had already arrived at their designated floor and it's metallic doors automatically opened then the two Smith individuals stormed out heading towards their desired location.

The whole 50th floor was totally luxurious and exquisitely decorated like mostly of those five stars hotel's lobby. Her father’s office was located at the right end of the floor facing the most advantageous area in the city.

Walking towards it, they stopped at the closed door with a printed bold letters that stated 'Deputy CEO' next to his and knocked gently.

“Come in. ”

A calm and cold voice echoed through out the door. It was Mr. Daniel Scott. The Vice President of their company and the very best friend of her father. Mr. James Smith purposely wanted to introduce his buddy to his daughter. 

They both entered the office simultaneously after the affirmative confirmation from the man and finally seated on his office couch.

Mr. Daniel Scott was wondering about what his longtime friend was up to. He starred at him intently as he questioned his  enthusiastic buddy.  

“James, who is she and why did you bring her in my office?”

Mr. Smith released out a set of soft chuckle as if he was amused by his friends' inquiry whereas Izzabelle just sealed her lips and choose to stay silent as she observed her dad's next movements. She was also curious about the man's identity.

“Relax buddy... Daniel this is my daughter Izzabelle. She just finished and graduated from her further education and just arrived from NA state.”

Izzabelle’s dad explained himself to his bestfriend enthusiastically. And also introduces his friend to his daughter.

“Izzabelle this is Mr. Daniel Scott, our Vice President and my best friend since high school.”  

The young lady smiled sweetly and extended  her right hand to greet her father’s friend politely.

“Hi Uncle Daniel, nice to meet you..!”

“Nice to meet you too Izzabelle..!”

Mr. Scott smiled genuinely and accepted Izzabelle’s hand gesture smoothly. He eyed her up and down as if he was imprinting the young lady's image on his mind.

Suddenly a flash of shard memories appeared in his mind. He muttered to himself, ‘She looks a bit familiar to me, I think I’ve seen her somewhere before.’ But he choose to keep it in his mind for the time being as he wasn't still sure about it. He needed to confirm his memory first to prevent from embarrassing of himself.

Mr. Smith patted his friend’s shoulder slightly who seemed to be lost in his own thoughts and finally bid him their goodbyes. They needed to enter his own office to let his daughter relax for a while in his personal lounge. The father and daughter had to discuss something really important. 

Entering her daddy’s office, Izzabelle  went on directly to her father’s lounge for a quick rest. She didn’t pay attention to admire the interior design of her father’s office. She just carelessly let her exhausted body fall onto the soft cozy queen sized bed. She was feeling drained with her dramatic introduction at the lobby. She badly needed to get some rest right now because of her terrible jet lag. She was feeling a little dizzy  and drowsy as she couldn't restrain herself anymore and finally surrendered to the most wanted element of rest- the famous villain of the darkness called sleep.

“Take a rest first princess before we discuss your plans. I’ll wake you up later when it’s time for us to talk. Call me if you need anything, okay?”

Her father whispered softly then kissed her forehead and walked back to his office table to finish his mountainous piled up paper works. He needed to read them carefully and finish it quickly so that he could bring his daughter back home to have their dinner together.  

She just nodded her head in response and slowly closed her eyes feeling the peaceful environment freely. Her bed was currently facing at the large french windows that showed a rare panoramic view. She tried to meditate as she inhaled and exhaled gently and stays like that for a while until she finally fell asleep for almost two hours.

All of a sudden, she was awaken up from her slumber when she heard a gentle knock on the door.

Being trained for 5 years as a fighter in every aspect,  she had always been so vigilant wherever she was. She had turned into a light sleeper ever since her training started.

She squinted her sleepy eyes and tilted her head to look at the door. 

Seeing the intruder of her beauty rest, her lips curved upwards into a smile. It’s her handsome father. Although, he’s almost in his 50’s, he still looks handsome and had a well built body. That’s why after her mom’s death, a lot of female employees tried to stole her father’s attention but they were ruthlessly declined by him, her dad only loves her mother in his heart. That explains why the receptionist hated her guts so much at first sight. They thought she’s one of their shameless competitors in their CEO’s heart. Well literally, Yes she is and always is.

She was lost in her terrain of thoughts for few minutes that she didn’t noticed herself smiling at her father. Her father’s voice snapped her back to her senses.

“Baby, you’re awake, come.., your uncle Daniel wants to talk to you. He said it’s important.”

She just nodded her head and answered calmly. “I’ll freshen up first daddy, and I'll follow you right away.”

Mr. Smith smiled and nodded. Taking his cue to leave to let her carry onto her own ‘business’. She walked quickly to the bathroom then washed her face and brushed her teeth.

Fixing herself in the mirror, she starred at her own reflection.

Her hazel fiery eyes flashed a gleam of murderous intent. A faint malicious smile appeared in her luscious lips.

‘It’s time to put up my plans into motion. It’s been so long, you’re happiness and freedom needs to come to an end.’ She muttered to herself subconsciously as she was clenching her fists tightly.

Now that she’s back, she will find those who killed her mother and brother 5 years ago. She would let them pay the highest price for ruining her complete and happy family. She promised to herself solemnly that she would achieve her main goal with full determination by hook or by crook.

And Ethan Scott... ‘I would definitely find you... Whether you’re dead or alive. You owe me lots of explanations.’

She thought furiously gritting her teeth as she took a last glance around the bathroom as she stormed out.