"Mr. Ford," she called out timidly to Kendrick. Her eyes were full of doubt. She couldn't understand why he would be angry about such a good offer."Alice, you've been with me for a long time, haven't you?" Kendrick turned and sat in his chair, showing his back to her."Yes, five years." Her eyes, b
Linda stood behind a large pillar, extending her hand and calling Alice's name softly.Alice couldn't help but find Linda's actions somewhat amusing. Linda used to be so arrogant. Secretaries to Kendrick had all endured Linda's bullying and demands.But look at how she ended up. Seeing Linda's curre
"Julie, this is my best friend, Samantha Duncan. You can just call her Samantha." Alexis introduced the two.Upon hearing Alexis' introduction, Samantha felt somewhat suspicious, but she maintained a perfect smile and greeted Julie."Alexis, where do you want to go for dinner?" Samantha asked with a
Julie, with tears in her eyes, pondered for a long time before nodding slowly. "I can call my director, but I don't know if he'll agree to meet you," she said cautiously."It's okay. Just ask if he agrees or not." Alexis signaled to Samantha with her eyes, urging her to be patient.Even though Saman
Placing his right hand on the door handle of Samantha's office, he heard a voice he was sick of from behind."Samantha has left."Kendrick immediately turned and saw Jason lounging lazily with his legs propped up on the desk. His fitted shirt was wrinkled and hanging on him like a garbage bag. His
Since the trio had some time to kill before the meeting with Joe Rigby, they had dinner at the restaurant that Alexis picked. After dinner, it was time to head over to the Jazzy Blues Bar.Julie, always timid and reserved, rarely went to places like bars. Before they left the restaurant, Alexis made
However, she knew it was impossible to escape when she found Kristoff smiling behind them."Let's make a move when the time comes," she replied. All she could do was to pray for a chance to escape."Come on, guys. Stop drinking. Look who I found for you. You haven't seen such beauties before, have y
"Motherfucker! Frank, Trent, are you guys dead or what? Why can't you pin her down properly?" Kristoff barked and pointed a finger at the two men.He was shocked by Alexis' attack."Kris, it's not our fault. How could she still move after taking that spiked drink?" one of the men protested, seeming
The gunfire outside had been going off for what felt like ages. When it finally stopped, everyone still heard ringing in their ears. It seemed as though the gunfight hadn't ended yet.Later, Kendrick explained that he had discovered Chester's sickness before returning. He couldn't help but ponder ab
Chester pulled out a gun and coldly warned, "Hand over the item, Kendrick. Once I have it, I'll let you all go, no matter the outcome.""Dad!""Kendrick!"Francis and Samantha gasped in surprise. Chester actually carried a gun with him this entire time.Kendrick felt his heart tightened as well. He
He slowly replied, "I have relocated the item. Even if they find the place, they won't find the item."He hid one hand behind him and made a gesture. Jude immediately noticed it and started making a move.Chester's eyes lit up. He hurriedly asked, "Where is it now? I'm thinking about working togethe
"Oh my God? Is that Kendrick?""What? Kendrick?"You're actually alive?"Gasps filled the room when the door was opened. Some were stupefied and at a loss for words.Kendrick panted heavily, but he approached Samantha and Francis unwaveringly. He shouted, "Yes, I'm alive, and I'm against this engage
Harry, Evelynn, Chester, Alexis, Hunter, Francis, and Samantha were at the engagement party. Then, there was also a flower boy—Nathan.Hunter felt restless as he forced an awkward smile. If they didn't know any better, people would've assumed he hated Samantha based on his expression.Alexis was baf
Lately, Samantha has been very busy. After learning about this from Hunter, Jude became worried.They worked at the same place and were familiar with each other's daily tasks. Plus, they even paid close attention to her, but they couldn't figure out the reason.She was missing for a few weeks. Many
Especially with her family growing fond of him, she even overheard her family discussing when they would officially become a couple and tie the knot.She felt deeply troubled thinking about it.Francis said with a loving smile, "Work's always piling up, Sam. You should take care of your health. If t
As time went by, lots of things happened. But Samantha managed to deal with them all.However, Samantha didn't go along with Felix's request to meet him.After denying his requests multiple times, he finally stopped pestering her. However, she didn't know what had gotten in him that changed his mind
Kendrick opened the car door and was about to get out. But Francis had already pulled over his car in front of her. He quickly sat back down with a menacing look.Kendrick didn't want Samantha to find out earlier. However, when he changed his mind, she ignored him. He had brought it on himself. "Wh