Penny had been planning on leaving the hotel, but she knew Laura would be dropping by because of the text she had sent just now. Hence, she stood near the elevators and waited for her. Laura arrived soon, walking so briskly that it seemed like she wanted to use her heels to poke holes into the floor. “Laura?” Penny called out to her. Laura’s face was red with anger, and she strode toward the suite at the other end of the corridor.She slammed her palm against the door, and it turned red because of how much force she was using. Two men and two women were inside the room celebrating a birthday. They were singing the birthday song.When the birthday girl heard the raps on the door, she frowned slightly and could not help circling her arms around Mason’s neck. “Mason, is this a surprise for me?” Her tone was teasing when she asked her question. After all, everyone present knew that Mason was broke and that there was no way he could afford any surprises. He would not even be
Laura insulted every piece of her outfit as she used a napkin to wipe the wine off Mason’s face. “I bought these shoes from a roadside stall. They only cost me 20 bucks. My clothes were bought from a random roadside stall too, and my bag cost less than 30 dollars. I bet the woman only said it cost over two million dollars because my assertiveness frightened her.” She spoke in a matter-of-fact tone and kissed Mason on the cheek. “I’m sorry, I shouldn’t have splashed the drink on you just now. But you have to promise me you won’t pimp yourself out to women for money. Otherwise, I won’t accept the gifts you buy for me.” Penny had no interest in Mason, but she found him good-looking as well. No wonder people were willing to spend ten grand to have dinner with him. She lowered her gaze and remained silent, listening to Laura coax Mason for a while longer. Then, the two happily made their way out of the room.They paused at the door, and Laura turned to wink at her. Penny did no
However, this did not bother Penny. She walked out of the hotel and was about to get into her car when she got a call from Jeremy.[I’ve just texted you the number, Penny. This company is pretty good, but they’re Sherman’s business rival. You’ll be offending Sherman greatly if you choose to work with them.][My collaboration with Mr. Cain has ended permanently.]He had been the one to stab her in the back first, so she saw no need to remain kind. Besides, Sherman was still trying to stop others from working with her. Jeremy chuckled. He was initially going to ask her how things were between her and Caleb but decided not to after giving it some thought.Penny hung up and checked her messages. Indeed, the company was one of Sherman’s business rivals. They had even fought to get her to work with them back when she decided to collaborate with Sherman instead.Penny called them to have a quick discussion. She was not expecting them to like her design as much as they did. Moreov
Penny was in a dazed state, but she could feel pain and knew she was in a moving car. The smell of gasoline permeated the car, and she found it so disgusting she kept gagging. The man’s voice rang out in her ears, and she could feel his hands drifting across her body. However, he did not dare do anything else to her because the car had not stopped moving yet. Finally, the car pulled to a stop at a nearby abandoned factory. They were not too far from the city, but no one was there at night because the building was being torn down. The only items on the roads were machines. Penny was thrown to the ground. When she opened her eyes dazedly, she was greeted by the sight of two men—one plump and one skinny—staring at her body. “You know, this woman is really good-looking. I’ve never seen anyone as gorgeous as her.” “You can have the first go, Boss. I’ll enjoy my share once you’re done.”The man referred to as 'Boss' grinned as his stomach jiggled. Then, he hurried forward and
Penny was dazed and did not comprehend what he was saying. Caleb did not have that much patience. When he saw the phone sliding down her hand again, he picked up her phone, which did not have a passcode but was unlocked using Touch ID. He grabbed Penny’s hand and used it to unlock her phone. Then, he scrolled through her contacts.She had many numbers saved in her contacts. Besides, that phone was her work phone. Caleb did not yet know she had two phones. Caleb failed to find anyone saved as 'Husband' in her contacts after scrolling through the entire list. He frowned and gave her a suspicious look. Her contact list was well-organized. If the number belonged to a client, she would also add the company’s name at the front of their saved name.He scrolled through the list again, and, once again, failed to find any numbers saved as belonging to her husband. He did see his number, though. It was saved as Mr. Fergerson. It was a realistic and intuitive way of saving his numb
Zane had already gotten into the car. Willow and Asher glanced at each other before they got in too.Willow chose the seat by the window. She was awestruck when she saw a luxury car parked not far away.‘That's Caleb's car!’"Don't make a move just yet. I want to go say hi to someone!"Her tone was a little elevated as she never expected to bump into Caleb there. Before the others in the car could react, Willow had already gotten out of the car and headed straight for Caleb.The car windows were shut, so she could not see the inside from the outside.Willow had stalked Caleb for so long that she was familiar with every car he ever drove.‘This car is his. He’s at the hospital.’She hastily touched up her makeup. Her tone was quite eager as she said, "Mr. Fergerson, you’re at the hospital too!”She lowered her head slightly and knocked on the car window, her posture humble.However, what she was not aware of was that Penny was sitting on the side that she knocked on.Penny wa
Penny had been suspicious of Willow's attitude toward her. She thought that the two got along harmoniously but then Willow would yammer to Zane from time to time.Willow would casually mention something that would make Zane lose his temper at Penny.Even so, Penny did not think that things were bad between them. Willow would speak to her affectionately every time as if their sisterhood ran deep.Susan's dislike for Penny was all laid out, but Willow's ill intentions were well hidden.At that moment, Penny finally figured it out. Willow could not possibly like her because she occupied the position of Caleb's wife.Penny thought of all the previous events, and it now made sense why Willow insisted on going outside even when she was sick. Penny heard Willow walking away, so she got up slowly. She could smell Caleb’s natural musk at the tip of her nose. The distance between the two instantly drew close.She looked up, and Caleb just so happened to look down. The tips of their noses
He comforted himself rationally and unfeelingly before he quickly looked away.After Penny stepped into the hospital, she could not hold it in anymore. She leaned against the wall as she gasped for air.The drug in her body was acting up, and her cheek ached from being slapped.The combination made her head spin.Fortunately, a nurse passed by and helped her into a ward.Penny thought of what just happened and felt nauseous.She vomited everything out and accepted an infusion as per the doctor's orders. Her face was pale when she finally settled down. Just as she breathed a sigh of relief, Zane texted her again to remind her to bring Caleb over to theirs.[Penny, you’re Caleb’s wife. We want to meet him at the Sullivans' residence.]Penny was aware of his intentions right off the bat. The Sullivans needed Caleb to go over to dispel the rumors.After all, the Sullivans’ network would only expand now that they had passed the second round of financing.Many aided Sullivan Corp