As both sides were satisfied with the negotiated price, the other minute details were effortlessly gone through and they soon signed the agreement. Once the deposit has been transferred, mortgaging a house will no longer pose a problem to them. As there was still some time left after the meeting, the trio fully enjoyed themselves by sightseeing around Hayshiport for the whole day before touching down at Florivera on Sunday at 10:00 p.m. Nevertheless, Melody and Felix were unable to sense if Abigail was truly alright as she had learned to hide her emotions well since then.Abigail playfully punched the both of them and said, "What are the both of you worrying about? I'm fine. Once the royalty is transferred over, we can look for a house that we can stay together in."Following the same train of thought, Felix and Melody replied, "That's right. Let's work hard to earn money for the house so we can truly call ourselves Floriverans."Abigail yawned and wanted to sleep. "It's late and I'
Abigail was vexed after hearing Xander's question and immediately became alert before she replied, "Don't worry, Mr. Zane. This will definitely not affect my job performance."Xander paid no more heed as he boarded the commercial car that came to pick them up. There were five people in the car when they boarded it; the three of them along with the driver and Cleona who came to fetch them. Cleona sat beside Xander along the journey to brief him about the progress of the development as Abigail and Keith got out their notebooks to take down the details of the briefing. The trip took more than an hour and Cleona spoke the whole journey while Abigail and Keith noted down the details during the same time. It was already nightfall when they reached the development project. The company had provided dinner, but Abigail checked in earlier due to her losing her appetite from feeling uncomfortable. Zane Corporation's hotel had fully furnished facilities and the rooms even had their own oxygen sup
Cleona thought for a moment before she answered. "There's nothing wrong."Abigail responded, "Then why are you telling me these things if there's nothing wrong?"Cleona was unable to respond as she never thought Abigail to be so straightforward."I'm going to rest now," said Abigail as she pulled open the door, wanting Cleona to leave the room. Cleona came out from Abigail's room, took out her phone, and dialed a number. "Madam, Mr. Zane's new assistant may be beautiful, but he has seen more than enough beautiful assistants. As a person of the same gender, I can see that she has no ulterior motive toward Mr. Zane. Even if she does, he would've fired her without you lifting a finger."Cleona only nodded her head after the person on the other end of the line spoke, and replied before hanging up, "Yes, I'll continue to observe her these few days.""Ahem."A half-laugh could be heard suddenly on the balcony from behind her as she kept her phone and was prepared to leave. She turned h
Abigail approached Xander and greeted him with the utmost respect, "Good morning, Mr. Zane."Xander ate his breakfast with a refined grace, his icy gaze never leaving his plate.Abigail was no stranger to his cold demeanor, and she refused to let it affect her. She stood a few feet away and said, "Mr. Zane, I need to clarify something with you."At last, Xander finished his meal and graced her with a look. "What is it?"Abigail stood rigid, her hands at her sides. "Mr. Zane, my feelings for you are solely those of a subordinate to a superior. I swear I have no other intentions toward you."He was not a fool; he could see right through her intentions. A wicked grin tugged at the corner of his mouth, as he taunted her, "Do you honestly think I would have any interest in a married woman like you?"Abigail did not dare to think like that. "Mr. Zane, please don't mock me. I know my place. I'm saying this so that people around you won't misunderstand my intentions, making it unbearable
The man chuckled. "Not only is Mr. Zane young and successful, but he also possesses a compassionate heart." He suddenly changed the subject. "The villagers here have relied on farming and herding for generations; they have no experience in managing guesthouses." The villagers were simple folk, many of whom could not even speak Chrysalan. The idea of running a restaurant or guesthouse was far from easy for them.Xander, with his many years in the business world, knew exactly what the other party was thinking. "Zane Corporation has already arranged a professional team to teach them step by step, ensuring everyone here can live happily and prosperously."The VIP laughed again, this time with genuine delight.After lunch and bidding the VIP farewell, Abigail and Keith continued to accompany Xander as they surveyed the surrounding areas of the scenic spot. There was only one asphalt road connecting the airport to the scenic area, surrounded by rugged mountain paths and dilapidated houses
Xander had no choice but to first remove her right sleeve, then carefully take off the left one. The down jacket and sweater were easy to remove, but if he took off the layer beneath, she would be exposed. Xander looked at her. "I need to tear off your sleeve."Abigail blinked her moist eyes. "Can you?"With one hand steadying her injured arm, Xander used his other hand to forcefully pull, tearing the sleeve at the seam. His strength was far greater than Abigail had imagined. In an instant, the wound on her fair arm came into view. The injury was about the size of a fist, the flesh mangled, with blood continuously seeping out.Xander's face darkened at the sight, while Abigail still managed to smile, looking almost clueless about her pain. "Mr. Zane, you truly are strong."Without hesitation, Xander tore his own white shirt, wrapping it around her wound in layer after layer. Abigail gritted her teeth in pain, her eyes swimming with unshed tears, but she did not let out a cry.Xand
She vowed never to let herself fall into such a terrifying situation again.In the highlands, the temperature difference between day and night was significant. A cold breeze swept through, causing Abigail to shiver. Xander immediately took off his coat, intending to give it to her, but Abigail refused. "Mr. Zane, I'm already wearing a thick down jacket. If you give me your coat, you'll practically be left unprotected, and you'll risk frostbite."Xander was a rational person, understanding that even his strong body could not withstand the cold wearing only a tattered white shirt. Moreover, he was the person she had just risked her life to save. If he got injured due to the cold, her efforts would have been in vain. And she refused to accept his help, insisting on walking by herself. Her fierce independence was both admirable and frustrating.For over half an hour, they maintained a safe distance, never crossing a step too close to each other. Finally, they reached the paved road, and
"I have the courage to be closer to Keith because, firstly, Keith is single, and secondly, no one is gossiping about me and Keith, so I don't have to worry about being smothered by rumors." Abigail desperately wanted to shout this at Xander, but in front of the powerful figure steering Zane Corporation, she was just a small, inconsequential assistant. He could obliterate all her efforts with a single utterance; she could not possibly challenge him. Abigail remained silent, her eyes locked with his.Although he had erupted at her without cause, his intense gaze seemed to convey that she was the one who had committed some wrongdoing, and she now awaited his merciless judgment. Even with several meters between them, Abigail felt as if she was being scorched by his seething rage. She silently returned to her seat, grabbing her cutlery and devouring her meal with haste.After an excruciating silence, Xander's voice resounded once more, but this time it held a trace of gentleness. "Finish