Reborn Heiress Of The Gu Is Fierce

5 years later

“Men are scum! Anywhere you plan to destroy one, don’t forget to invite me” Ashley Gu commented with a devilish smile, ending her interview with a fierce look.

A brief silence followed after her comment but then a cracked laughter soon broke the silence in the room making her screw her brows in mild annoyance.

“Dear viewers, and that’s your final piece of advice from the successful boss lady.” The host said with a broad smile and continued.

“We’ve heard the news of how funny you are and you just don’t disappoint ma’am” The host appraised jokingly but her smile was wiped off in sudden horror when she met with Ashley’s murderous gaze.

That look of fear is all courtesy of the rumor about her being feisty and strict.

“Cut! Thank you so much for working hard” Another of the team members said loudly to save his colleague and the room became heavy with clapping.

Ashley unlinked her bossy sitting posture and left the setup immediately.

She was welcomed by her assistant who rushed forward with a cup of her favorite coffee, a black fashion glass, and a file.

Ashley didn’t stop walking and the poor man didn’t dare stop as well.

With a brown overcoat on her fashion outfit, all in wonderful harmony with her milky skin. Her long legs are in perfect synchronicity.

She stopped briefly to check herself from the mirror attached to the broadcasting building.

“I look perfect! I don’t regret buying this black stiletto” she said with a smirk.

“You have a brunch date in 10 minutes Miss and then you’ll be…” Her assistant started…

“I’ll be going to the office first,” Ashley cut him off before he could finish explaining her schedule.

“What? But… they have not been informed of…” he uttered in a shocked voice fading almost immediately with a guilt-stricken expression.

“Do I need permission to enter my office now, Mr.Fred?” Ashley removed her glasses, her blue eyes glistening with the morning sun.

Despite the beautiful look, it only takes a second to reveal her merciless look.

Mr.Fred looked down and mumbled some words he didn’t expect her to hear but she did, unfortunately for him.

“Find your way to the company,” She said, snatching the car keys from him. She locked the doors before driving away at full speed and abandoning him on the spot.

OFFICE

Ashley swerved her Mercedes down the road of the biggest company in the country; The Gu dynasty.

Mercedes being an expression of elegance, it sure suites her well. She arrived at the company in no time and honorably shut the car door as she walked along the pathway of the parking lot.

The moment she stepped into the building, the air grew cold and harsh.

Her presence commands attention. The click of her heels echoed through the space, as heads turned to catch a glimpse of her. All bowing in respect and apprehension.

She’s a woman of grace and of course, her confidence exuded power, and every move seemed deliberate.

Her piercing gaze surveyed the room, and the atmosphere shifted as employees straightened in their seats, exchanging nervous glances.

Everyone knows Ashley Gu is high on respect it’s obvious from the undeniable sense of apprehension in the air, for she was a force to be reckoned with.

Excluding the rumor, her success was undeniable, and her determination was the very foundation of the empire she had built with the help of the highly respected Madame Gu of New City. Her biological mother.

“Code red, code red,” One of the employees said trying to warn others but her brisk walk was faster than the poor man’s alert.

She’s not oblivious to their code word to announce her arrival and she scoffed, rolling her eyes.

As she walked past them, they became quiet and frozen.

“Did you watch the interview today? Gosh, the frozen witch was scary!”

“Thank goodness we won’t be seeing her until evening”

“What about her joke about despising men? I bet it wasn’t a joke”

“Really?”

“Of course! Why else would she still be staying under the old lady’s roof with a five-year-old child and unmarried? Men must have done her bad”

The gossip continued at the height of it making Ashley halt her steps with fists clenched in irritation.

“The two young masters of the house adore her so much, I wondered why they didn’t take over the Madame business and left everything to her”

“They must be so excited to see their long-lost sister. Also, they each have successful careers going on so that explains it”

Soon a fast approaching footsteps came from behind interrupting the gossip moment.

She turned to see Mr.Fred gasping for breath and he waved his hands to call the attention of the girls talking about the devil standing behind them.

When they saw their cold-looking lady standing with a neutral face, they gasped in horror and disbelief.

“Rose Kay, Jane Lockfield, and Sarah Engi” you’re all fired.

She stated and walked out of the scene. The girls squeezed their hair in regret as they fell to the floor crying tears of blood.

Ashley got to her office and started going through the pile of documents.

“Ma’am, this can wait for later but everyone is waiting for you” Mr.Fred, her assistant informed.

“Mother asked me to check out a particular offer from the blue house and I have to give her my opinion at the brunch meeting”

“Oh! That’s file number 056” he helped.

“This offer came from the governor’s wife so I must not disappoint her and her mother,” She said with a serious look still flipping through the document.

“De-McCall” reading out the company’s address on paper, a flush crept up her cheekbones.

Surprised, she hurriedly typed on the computer to confirm her doubt only to see the email staring back at her from the screen.

“That liar!” she muttered.

Ashley never expected to see any traces of her ex-husband ever again but turns out he’s not scared to send a proposal to her company.

Ashley took her purse off the table and stood up to leave but a heavy headache descended upon her at once, making her feel dizzy.

She never thought the news of her ex-husband could ever come to move her this much after many years.

“Are you okay Miss?” Mr.Fred asked with concern.

“Let’s go to the brunch meeting” She informed with composure.

The minute she stepped out of the building, a cheerful voice sounded,

“Mommy!”

A handsome-looking young prince ran into her embrace. He’s full of life and vitality. Her bundle of joy.

“What are you doing here Kristian?”

Her frozen face immediately melted into a soft smile. Only her five-year-old son could have that effect on her.

“I was pulled out of class for having a fever so I’ll be joining the family brunch” he explained with a wink.

With a huff, Ashley over to address him “If you are sick then you should be in bed receiving treatment. Didn’t grandmother find you suspicious? You and your tricks” She giggled as she pulled his cheek playfully.

“If you continue doing that, you will wear down my perfect skin Mommy,” Kristian said with a proud smile as he retreated from his mother.

Ashley planted a kiss on his forehead, held his hand, and walked to the car together.

As the car approached the family resort, Ashley sighed for the umpteenth time. Her brows became weary with worries about her son and the decision she’d have to make.

She wasn’t ready but the moment had come knocking so it was only right to make them all pay!