"Mm, you're correct." Kendrick nodded in agreement. "Your description is accurate.""You can say I have great eyes for beautiful things." Hailey smiled, her eyes still on the screen. "Yes, you do." Kendrick gave her hair a gentle pat. "I can also say that for myself." "Huh?" Hailey couldn't understand his words and her head turned sideways to look at him. "I meant I also have great eyes for beautiful things." Kendrick pinched her nose, his eyes softening. And Hailey instantly understood the meaning behind his nose. She bit the inside of her cheeks to suppress her smile, then turned her attention to the screen. Did he just say she was beautiful? She couldn't stop her smile anyways. "Do you think I should acquire them all?" He asked some moments later. "If there's a chance they'll bring profit, I don't see why you shouldn't go for them." Hailey had zero ideas about the cooperate world. But one thing was important. Every good business should bring great profits. "They're all goin
"You can't go," Kendrick turned her down flatly.Hailey's smile faltered, then she instantly retained her expression. She had already seen this coming. She already knew that trying to get his permission wasn't going to be easy. But she was finally able to bring it up after so long, she'd be a fool to let this opportunity pass."But, Hubby." She batted her lashes. "I'm so bored sick. I promise it will only be one visit. I won't touch even a utensil, and I'll go and come back before you get off work." Kendrick didn't answer. He watched her expression closely. "Please say yes," Hailey whined. "I promise I won't break any rule. Rick will be with me and the visit will be a breeze." "You've said you wouldn't step foot into the diner until you put to bed.""Guilty as charged." Hailey nodded. "But I just want to go this once, Ken... Please let me go, Hubby."This was the one visit that would determine her destiny. She had to go. She must go. "Hubby." She whined when he seemed to be thinki
The maids appeared to be having fun. Their laughter rippled in the air as they splashed water against each other on their way to the flower garden. And Hailey began wondering what it would feel like... To be as carefree as the maids. To have not many complicated events distrupting the harmony in their lives. And to have not many goals to look up to. "Sister." Chloe's voice came again. She seemed to have successfully evaded whoever she'd been speaking with. "I– I want to speak with you about last time. What happened at Grandpa's place." Hailey couldn't keep herself from frowning. That was not why she called. Shouldn't Chloe be asking about the reason why she called her? The only thing her sister would do was apologize. But Hailey didn't need any apology. She didn't blame the girl. She understood that Chloe was only looking out for her. "Chloe, let's talk about something different." Hailey's hand left the curtain and it fumbled with the fabric of her blouse. The maids had disappear
"Sure, I'll come!" He sounded happy. "I'll be there immediately."His enthusiasm made Hailey's lips tremble and she furiously wiped away the tear that had suddenly trickled. 'You idiot,' she scolded herself. 'You've been so naive and stupid. It is all your fault.' "Al–Alright, Rob," she said in a low voice. "I'll be expecting you in–" she paused and stared at her wristwatch. "In an hour's time." "Okay, I'll be there," his reply was instant. Then tiny whisperings reached Hailey's ears before she heard shuffling. And now, Chloe was back with the phone. "Sister, you really want to meet Rob?" Unlike Rob who seemed to be happy, Chloe sounded confused."Yeah." Hailey stared down at her palm. "I want us to meet later." "Oh." Chloe made a sound. She didn't sound that enthusiastic. "Sister," she called moments later. "Could you tell me the reason why you want to see Rob?" She wanted to know the reason. Hailey shook her head. It would be better if Rob and she had that conversation... Al
And when Hailey was done eating, she sprang to her feet and wiped her mouth. Without a proper goodbye to the nagging Butler, she headed for the door, grateful that she didn't slip. The Butler ran after her, calling out that she should be careful. But Hailey had already jumped into the car. And she ordered Rick to drive fast.Well, Rick didn't obey her command. He mentioned something like if he drove fast, he was afraid she would get sick and throw up. He said that happened once and he wouldn't repeat it, lest he endangered her health. Well, Hailey had even forgotten that incident. But she'd really vomited her stomach out that day. So she no longer argued with the bodyguard, and she kept her eyes on the road while her feet tapped rapidly on the car's carpet.Her eagerness made her didn't want to look away from the window as she counted the buildings and skyscrapers, and the road to the diner had never been longer.The car finally arrived at the diner and Hailey glanced at her wris
"You don't have to worry about that." Hailey smiled at her. "Kendrick won't know a thing about this, I promise.""Okay." Kara nodded weakly and turned for the door. "I hope you make it fast, Hailey. Rick– that guy– he's too alert. I don't think I can hold him up for long." "I will." Hailey followed behind her and they grabbed a chair in a corner where they could get a clear view of the entrance and the customers coming in and out. Rick had entered the diner and he stood beside the counter, his eyes fixed on the device in his eyes. But Hailey knew well that he was watching her. "Let's pretend we're having a nice chat, Hailey. Otherwise, he might suspect something." Kara suggested. "Then I'll distract him when Rob comes in. And you can have your discussion– whatever."Kara still didn't like the idea of her discussing something with Rick. "So, tell me, Hailey." She raised a brow and quirked up her lips. "I'm so busy I barely had time to call you. You don't also give me a call that mu
Kara looked surprised that she'd brought it up."Yes, Hailey." She quickly retained her expression. "Don't worry, she'll no longer return to this place. I made her promise that. You don't have to worry about seeing her."Hailey sighed again and slowly nodded. Yes, she was bothered about seeing her. And she didn't want to. But now, she had to. "Is there a possibility that she might return here someday?" She looked up and asked. "She won't." Kara's tone was affirmative. "Don't you believe me, Hailey? I swear I made her promise never to return."Hailey shook her head and chuckled sadly. She should clarify things with Kara. Maybe she might be of help since she didn't want to tell Kendrick anything yet. If the woman had been close to Kara the few times she came here, Kara should know one or two things about her. Because honestly, Hailey didn't know how she could reach her. And she couldn't ask her grandfather. She didn't want to make him hopeful. "Actually, Kara." She hesitated before
"N–No— No problem." Hailey shook her head and gulped. Then her eyes wandered around the place filled with people. "You said you wanted to see me." Rob seemed to be checking her out. His face held a gentle smile. "Y–Yes." Hailey fiddled with her finger, her eyes darting around. Then Rob moved forward and he lifted his hand, wanting to touch her hair. But Hailey cowered back. The smile in his eyes faded at that. "You seem anxious," he said in a worried tone and followed her gaze to the many customers at the place. Then he sighed and turned to her. "Maybe we should get some privacy." And without waiting for her consent, he took her hand and walked out of the diner— leaving Hailey baffled. "Where— Where are you taking us?" He was very fast and Hailey was half running. "To get some privacy." Rob glanced back and smile. And in no time, they reached the parking lot and he made her enter his car. "We didn't have to come here." Hailey shifted uncomfortably on the seat. They could sp