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Chapter 64

Author: Deep thinker
last update Last Updated: 2023-12-14 23:55:04

The interview had ended on a very tight note with nasty comments flooding the net. Arthur would never forget the triumphant look on Amelia's face but he kept his burning temper under control and made up his mind to meet with James.

He never would've believed James would go to such extent to stop the engagement, somehow he knew doing something like that was not what James could pulled out on his own.

Arthur was certain, Amelia must have reached out to him first and convince him to do the interview. He got to his car, when he received a message.

"God damn it." He cursed, he opened his car in a hurry and placed a call to Tyler. "What do you mean by he is missing?" he lashed out.

"He was slated for some test but no matter how much we look, he does not seems to be in this hospital."

"Is there anything you guys can handle properly? At this rate, I'm going to get screwed by you guys before the media." Arthur roared at the top of his voice. "You'd better find him before I get there or I'll h
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