The next day.I woke up much later than I usually did most probably because I had not had such a sound sleep in so long.Theo was almost done with his breakfast when I went down. I sat down before him and complained, "Why didn't you wake me up?""I figured you haven’t been sleeping well during this time, so I wanted you to sleep more.”"So you know about that, huh?”Theo pushed a cup of hot milk in front of me with a smile on his lips. “Hurry up and eat. Keith and I will have to go abroad for three days. I’ll leave the company to you during this time.”I raised my head and looked at him, surprised. "So you’ve been trying to get me to recharge and save my energy to manage the company for you."He just smiled and said nothing.I abruptly recalled that the signing ceremony with Nibel would be in three days. “Will you be able to make it to the signing ceremony?”“Yes, don’t worry.”“Travel safe.”Theo eyed me. “We’ve only been away from each other for some time. Why are you acti
Today was the day Theo was coming back. It was also the day we would be signing the contract with Nibel.The moment I woke up, my phone blew up.Shannon called me after I was bombarded by one message after another. Her loud and clear voice rang in my ears the moment I answered, “Wanda, did you just wake up? Did you watch the news? They’re saying Theo encountered an avalanche abroad!"An avalanche?My brain did not register the word as I had just gotten up. "What? What avalanche?""You can read the news yourself. Just click into it. It's already trending."I turned on the loudspeaker mode and went to the news app. Today's hot topic read ‘President Grant's Demise After Meeting An Avalanche Abroad!’What…“I’m hanging up now. I’m going to give Theo a call.”After ending the call, I dialed Theo’s number a few times, but he did not answer.Immediately after that, I received a call from Grant Corporation’s secretary. “President Lane, the company’s been surrounded by the press. They
A smile flickered across my lips when I saw Theo make his appearance.When the main character made their appearance, all eyes would naturally be on them.Step by step, Theo made his way toward me. The smile on his lips was bright like fireworks, and the tenderness in his eyes warmed my heart.He walked up to me and said to me in the gentlest voice, "I'm back.""You’re on time," I also responded to him with a smile.Theo turned around to face the press and replied to the questions they raised just now, "It's not that my wife wasn’t worried but that she knew that I was fine. In addition, we’ve also clarified the matter regarding Delia Owens, and she’s receiving due attention. I don’t think there’s any need to bring this up again. Today is a good day for Grant Corporation, and we’d like to invite our fellow friends from the press to witness the signing of the contract between Grant Corporation and Mr. Nibel.”He turned his gaze toward Nibel. Nibel took a step forward. "That's right.
I pretended to be calm and met Nibel's eyes."Now that we’ve signed the contract, our next step is to develop Golden-O. Let's make a sample first. We’ll then try it out next time. I'll be leaving for today now."Nibel nodded slightly. Keith then sent him off downstairs.Theo turned his gaze to me after he left. "Wanda, you shouldn't be distracted.""I know. I'm just worried..." I frowned. It did not seem right to say it out now since Theo had just signed the contract with Nibel.Perhaps I was unable to let my guard down all at once after so many things had happened in the past. Seeing through my thoughts, Theo covered the back of my cold hand with his own large one. "I told you I’d pay attention to Nibel. If anything goes wrong with him, it’ll be within my control. Don't worry."This was not the first time Theo had told me this. I ought to believe him.I nodded and smiled. “Alright. I trust you’ll be able to handle this properly.”“It’s definitely because you’re exhausted. Yo
We took in many sights along the way. We spent quite a long time walking, and I was a little hungry. Theo noticed that there were some snacks not far away and ran to get me some after asking me to wait for him some distance away.I had not felt this way for a long time.Sitting on a small stool by the side of the road, I waited for Theo to return. I was looking down at my phone for a bit when a shadow fell into my vision. Thinking Theo had returned, I looked up and was stunned to see the person who had arrived."Mr. Nibel, why are you here?"It puzzled me greatly to bump into Mr. Nibel in this old town.Hands in his pockets, there was amusement in his eyes. "I heard this place is very special, and since it's not far from Whaldorf, I was suggested to come and take a look. I didn’t expect to meet you here, Miss Wanda.”I frowned. This somehow felt like it was not a coincidence. However, I could not say anything about it and could only smile slightly. "It's not bad here. I came out
Early the next morning, Theo and I went downstairs to have breakfast. Who would have expected us to run into Nibel again in the restaurant?He looked a little excited when he saw us. "Miss Wanda, President Grant, I didn't expect you two to be staying here too."We had parted ways at the scenic spot last night, but Nibel was also staying in this hotel?There was a shift in my expression, but considering who he was, I could only smile along with him. "Indeed. What a coincidence.""Let's have breakfast together," Nibel said.Theo responded before I could say anything, "Alright."This place was serving a breakfast buffet, so we grabbed some food and found a place to sit.The conversation between Nibel and Theo was all about the economic situation in the country and abroad, so I was not able to join in. "You two go ahead and eat first. I’m going to the bathroom."I wanted to escape for a bit before continuing with that.Entering the bathroom, I turned on the tap and washed my hands
Fortunately, the weekend getaway ended with a stroll with just Theo, and that improved my mood somewhat.When we got home that night, Caroline already had a table of delicious food ready."Sir, Madam, welcome back."I glanced at Caroline before looking inside the house but did not see Munchkin. "Where’s Munchkin?”"President Klein came over to accompany him. They’re putting together a puzzle in the room. I'll inform them of your return right away,” said Caroline as she made her way upstairs.I hung up my coat. Theo then passed me his own before asking, "Why did Marius come over?"Not paying the question any heed, I responded lightly, "I was afraid Munchkin would be bored at home, so I told Marius to come over and accompany him for a bit. I didn't expect him to actually do it.”"Is that so…" Theo whispered softly."Yeah, he got along very well with Munchkin when he was living in Drover’s place during that time. I think they’ve become friends," I said immediately, not thinking th
“Marius did tell me about it, yes, but I also made it clear to him that I only see him as a brother now." I could still recall the scene back when Marius had confessed to me. I felt a bit embarrassed thinking about it now.Theo looked at me, his eyes seemingly wavering. "But I don't think his feelings towards you are just of siblingly love. There’ll never be a pure friendship between opposite sexes."I was very aware of what he was saying and did not refute him."I know, but he understands what I’ve told him. He’s given me so much help. Of course, I understand his intentions. I’ve already explained everything to him. I think we should give him some time. He’ll figure it out. Perhaps his feelings will fade away once he meets someone right for him. “I could not just reject Marius’ friendship. I let out a breath and looked up at Theo. "You say we're an old couple, yet you're still worried that I'll run away with someone?""How can I not worry with how charming you are?""Aren’t you