Sage shot Michael a smile. "I've just registered for a kickboxing class."Delight fleeted across Michael's expression. "What a coincidence! I'm a trainer who specializes in kickboxing!"It really was a coincidence.Sage thought the next time she'd meet Michael would be at a business meeting where they'd negotiate about the collaboration. She didn't expect to see him so soon."I guess I'll be seeing more of you in the future," Sage said smilingly. "Have fun working. I'll be leaving now.""Wait, miss!" Michael called out."What is it?" Sage asked.Michael offered shyly, "I don't know how to repay you for the kindness you've shown me back then. Why don't I treat you to a cup of joe?"Sage just smiled while shaking her head. "Perhaps next time. I don't want to take up your time since you're working at the moment.""It's fine. Actually, I'm about to get off work," Michael said hurriedly.He had a youthful face, to begin with. The sight of him looking so anxious made him seem like
It turned out that Delilah had sent Sage a barrage of text messages. There were photos and video clips as well as audio recordings in those messages.Sage decided to look at the photos first. Delilah had snapped a photo of the apartment's exterior where Ivy stayed. Next came a photo of Ivy's front door.Since the video clip spanned for a few minutes, Sage decided to listen to the audio recordings next."Sage, I've already taught I-bitch a lesson on your behalf! I can't just sit back and watch you suffer from more grievances!"The moment the recording ended, Sage saw Michael approaching the table with the drinks in hand."Miss, here's your rose latte.""Thank you." Sage got up to her feet after accepting the latte. "Something just came up. Sorry, but I have to leave now."Michael was sensible enough to hold his tongue when he noticed Sage's frosty expression. He waved at her politely instead."I'll see you at the sports complex, then.""Alright."Once Sage exited the coffee sh
Sage trailed behind Ian, looking as composed as ever.Soon, Ian sank into the couch in his study. As he tugged his tie off, he said, "I wonder how you'll be able to satisfy me with this solution of yours."Sage handed Ian the two documents."I have two copies of the divorce agreement. One of them states that I'll divorce you without getting any of your assets in return. The other one states that you'll have to pay me 100 million dollars in alimony. "I've already signed both copies of the agreement. Choose whichever copy that has the conditions you want and sign it."Ian raised his head immediately. "100 million dollars?"Businessmen were all money-minded, as expected. Ian's first reaction was to mentally complain about the absurd amount of money he had to pay."Yup," Sage replied. "You promised me ten million dollars back then, but I don't think that's enough for me."Come to think of it, you're the one who wronged me in this marriage. Besides, you're the one who was more eage
Ian was not romantically interested in Sage, but she had an inkling that he was interested in her body.After he had injured her lips that night, she had to suffer for three long days before the injury finally healed.Sage didn't want to argue with Ian. Instead, she asked, "Have you decided on which agreement you'll be signing?""It's difficult for me to make up my mind at this time."Ian grabbed both copies of the divorce agreement as he continued casually, "That's why I've decided to let your grandfather review the conditions of both copies properly. Perhaps he might be able to provide me with a better suggestion.""You don't have to make your choice anymore!" Sage reached out to stop Ian. "I'll just get a clean divorce without any additional payment from you!"Ian looked down at her. "I'm the one who wronged you in this marriage. If we were to take this to court, I'd have to pay you more than 100 million dollars, you know. I don't think your grandfather will want you to lose o
Ian's cold gaze bore into Sage, who stood defiantly on the couch. "My affairs don't warrant your concern. If you really want a divorce, show some sincerity!"Then, he casually tossed the divorce agreement onto the table and strode toward his desk.The lingering repercussions of their previous unsuccessful attempt at divorce had eroded Ian's trust in her. Subsequently, the situation had become unnecessarily complicated.Feeling disheartened, Sage descended from her perch on the couch. She clutched the divorce papers as she prepared to retreat to her room."Sage, stop your provocations. I don't have the patience to entertain your whims each time," Ian cautioned. His voice carried an icy tone.From the way he put it, it sounded like he was insinuating that the cause for Ivy's predicament was a part of Sage's tricks to make him come back to her.How absurd!"I couldn't care less about your patience," Sage challenged while raising her head in defiance. "I won't stop until you sign th
"He didn't say. But for his business trip to Lathuyria, he packed the new clothes and the pen I bought for him."At the mention of Lathuyria, Sage calculated the time difference and suddenly thought of something. "Tiana, can't you take a day off? Why don't you accompany Wilson on his trip?""I don't have the time. My mother-in-law's housekeeper is on leave, so I have to go clean and cook for them every day. In the evenings, I even have to do exercises with her.""Then, hire a temporary worker to fill in the housekeeper's role. Go to Lathuyria and be with Wilson," Sage suggested. "You two haven't had a honeymoon; now is the perfect time to make up for it."Although she was tempted, Tiana turned down the idea. She said, "Nah, my visa has expired. We'll plan another trip next time.""You can renew your visa or at least join a tour group through a travel agency. It's a great opportunity. Don't you want to spend some quality time alone with Wilson?"Finally, Tiana was convinced. "Shou
"Mrs. Holcomb, I have heated up your breakfast. You can have it any time," Wanda added."Okay. I'll go freshen up first."Sage took a shower and changed into a clean set of clothes. After dressing up, she planned to have breakfast and then meet up with Shane.However, upon walking to her laptop, she noticed that the USB drive plugged into the adjacent port was missing. Sage searched around, but it was nowhere to be found.She had stored the investment plan in it last night, so where could it have gone?Sage went downstairs and asked Wanda, who shook her head. "You didn't respond when I knocked on your door this morning. Since the door wasn't locked, I took a peek but didn't touch your things.""Did Ian enter my room this morning?"Unnerved by Sage's solemn expression, Wanda responded, "Yes, he did. Mr. Holcomb saw your phone in the room and told me you hadn't gone out. Mrs. Holcomb, is the USB drive important? Should I help you look for it?"The USB drive wasn't crucial, but th
Sage shot Ian a cold glance. She found his question ironic. She thought, "Who else could it be besides you? You took my USB drive and did not answer my calls."Ian sensed Sage's dissatisfaction but held back his annoyance. "I've reviewed your investment plan for Mimosa. It was well-executed, given your effort. Considering that, I can offer you an internship opportunity at Bolton Investment."At this moment, Terry astutely presented a document to Sage. She frowned as she took it. It was an offer letter of employment as an intern at Holcomb Corporation."When did I say I wanted to be an intern at Bolton Investment?" Sage couldn't help but chuckle. Thinking she was unhappy with the intern role, Ian patiently explained, "Holcomb Corporation has strict hiring standards. Based on your investment plan alone, you don't meet the criteria for a permanent employee yet."As long as you continue with your dedication to proposal drafting and learn diligently, a suitable position will be arrang