"What are you doing, Nathalie?" Nicholas asked angrily. "Why do you keep looking this way?"Nathalie's face flushed, when Nicholas pointed at his middle part. She thought about Harriet's previous statement, which said that Nicholas was sterile.After arriving home and entering the room, Nathalie and Nicholas sat on the bed with a laptop on each of their laps."You must be wondering about Harriet's statement?" Nicholas said. "She kept saying that I was sterile, right?""She said that Leon told her about it," Nathalie said. "But, is it true?""I guess, that needs proof, right?" Nicholas said. "When I had the accident, the doctor said that there was a problem with my testicles because of the impact. He even said that I might be impotent too.""Impotent? But that's not true. At that time we--"Nathalie stopped her words. She covered her mouth with a bright red face, then quickly looked down.Nicholas smirked and moved his face closer to Nathalie. "Was my appearance okay at that time?""Hu
Nicholas looked very relieved when the results of Grandpa Jerome's general check-up showed good results. At least, for someone of Grandpa Jerome's age, he could still be considered healthy."Please pay more attention to his diet and rest patterns," said Doctor August. "Don't let his diet and rest patterns be careless because you think he's healthy.""Yes, Doctor, I will pay more attention to him from now on," said Nicholas.He turned to Grandpa Jerome. "Stop snacking after dinner, and stop drinking coffee that is too strong and sweet!"Grandpa Jerome looked away with a pout, making Nathalie smile when she saw him.After Doctor August left the room, Nicholas sat beside Nathalie and took Grandpa Jerome's hand."Don't be too careless with yourself, Grandpa," Nicholas said lightly. "I don't want to lose you yet!"Grandpa Jerome pressed Nicholas' thumb. "I also don't want to leave before seeing Nathalie give birth to my great-grandson and give him the name Grand after the name you gave him
"Baby, what took you so long?" asked Nicholas who suddenly appeared behind Nathalie.He waited for Nathalie to return to the room, but because it had been a long time and Nathalie still hadn't come, he took the initiative to look for Nathalie downstairs.He stared at everyone in front of Nathalie, with a sharp, intimidating gaze.Charles did not want to lose, he returned Nicholas' gaze, although deep inside his heart there was also a feeling of fear.In the end Charles looked away first and gestured to Kelly to leave."Charles," Nicholas called in a cold, piercing tone. He grabbed Nathalie's waist and hugged her possessively.Charles stopped walking and turned around, raising his eyebrows arrogantly."Next time, if you or your family meet Nathalie, just pretend you don't know her," Nicholas said in a cold tone. "Don't look for any small matter, or I will carry out what I promised you before and believe me, if that happens, the name Frederick will never be heard again forever."Kelly l
"That bastard! He didn't keep his promise at all! He lied to me all the way and had no shame whatsoever!"Nicholas slammed his fist on the table, letting out his anger.George shook his head slowly, understanding his employer's anger."Don't worry, sir, it's almost done," George said. "I made sure everyone worked on it like their lives depended on it.""Good," Nicholas said. "I know you can always be counted on, George."Nicholas went to Nathalie's office that was being renovated. There were three workers working diligently on their tasks. They all bowed their heads respectfully to Nicholas when he came to inspect.Nicholas looked at the room with a sense of satisfaction, although there was still some regret, because he was late in doing what his people were doing now.If it weren't for the incident at the hospital five days ago, he probably wouldn't have done this either because he didn't know any better."You can bring Ms. Nathalie here tomorrow afternoon," George said, following be
Nathalie stood in the middle of her new office space, feeling like she was in a dreamland.This was what she had poured into her first sketch, which she then made a hope that it would come true one day.When Charles said that he would make her sketch come true, after they got married and founded a company together, Nathalie was very touched.And when she found out that it was just lip service from the man she had hoped would be her life and death partner, Nathalie could do nothing but suppress her feelings of disappointment.At that time, she was worried that she would make Charles upset if she insisted that her sketch be realized as Charles had promised.She didn't want to be considered troublesome and demanding, especially because Charles was quite strict when it came to managing the family's finances.So, she just left her dream sketch on her laptop, in her personal folder. She didn't even ask Charles where she had thrown the copy of the sketch, which Charles had asked for.Now, af
The kiss was slow, soft, and smooth, like silk. Nathalie's lips brushed Nicholas's possessively, as if afraid of losing him.Nathalie and Nicholas, sat on a sofa, chosen by a special contractor of George's choice, who worked on Nathalie's dream office space in just five days, based on Nathalie's detailed sketches.The sofa was long and wide, made to a certain size, because Nathalie wanted maximum comfort when clients came to her room, they would be happy and price negotiations would go smoothly.Made of number one suede fabric, the color of old teak tree trunk, now it was a witness to two people who were making love after being separated due to a misunderstanding.Nicholas hugged Nathalie's waist tightly, looked up to receive her kiss, responded equally warmly and patiently let the woman he loved lead their intimacy.Nicholas had felt deep intimacy with Nathalie before, but at that time they were both half drunk and it felt like once it started, everything went by quickly. After that
"So, all this time you were separated by Charles?" Hardy muttered. He looked at Nathalie sadly. "How could he do something like that to his own best friend?""I think Charles never considered Nicholas as his best friend. He only approached Nicholas because he was a Grand. He wanted to get the privilege of being someone who was considered close to Nicholas," Nathalie said."I think it's good that you finally divorced him and met Nicholas again. It must have been fate's will, which brought you together again," Hardy said. "So, are you sure you want to marry Nicholas?"Nathalie looked at her father with conflicted feelings. She knew that deep down, her father was worried. She had just divorced Charles and the time must have been considered too soon to start over.But, she had already made a pact with Nicholas and even though now everything felt absurd, because in reality she and Nicholas loved each other, there was still a promise that had been made between them."And what about the chil
Lilian PoVI started to feel restless, every time I heard my husband talking about Nicholas.Two days ago, Andy said that Nicholas won a tender from a South Korean electronics company that would build two branches here and they would use The Grand Enterprise as their construction partner."Leon, why does it seem so easy for Nicholas to win big tenders?" Andy asked, while we were at the dining table.Leon's spoon and fork stopped moving. I looked up and saw that he had turned a little pale, while Andy continued to eat calmly. To me, it was a dangerous calm."The tender didn't even exist when I took office, dad," Leon answered after a while. "It was just a coincidence, the tender took place when Nicholas filled my position."I felt relieved to hear Leon's answer. At least he didn't keep quiet when his father criticized or criticized him."Then what about the other old projects?" Andy asked again. "Lately, all the staff have been busy digging through the archives of all the delayed proje
The lunch was only fun for Nicholas, Nathalie, and Mrs. Keylani.Charles and Gina sat uncomfortably, as if there were nails in the chairs they were sitting on."Mr. Frederick, why didn't you just tell me that you and Nathalie are divorced?" Mrs. Keylani asked in an unamused tone. "At least that would reduce the discomfort between us.""Yes, I'm sorry, Mrs. Keylani," Charles said embarrassedly.Mrs. Keylani turned to look at Gina. "And you, ma'am, didn't have to be so rude to tell me. I'm sure Nathalie wouldn't think of going back to your husband. She's with a Grand!"Gina pouted, but Charles nudged her leg under the table and Gina quickly lowered her head and apologized softly.Mrs. Keylani ignored them after that and was only busy talking to Nicholas and Nathalie."I was friends with her late mother, since Nicholas and my daughter, Marilyn, were born in the same hospital and almost got mixed up," said Mrs. Keylani."However, s
"It's so nice to see you again, Nathalie," Mrs. Keylani said. She looked at Nathalie from head to toe and back to her face. "You're getting more beautiful and glowing.""Thank you," Nathalie said. "You also look healthy and fresh.""There's a job that makes me excited, after my husband passed away," Mrs. Keylani said cheerfully."Ah, my condolences on your husband's passing," Nathalie said."Tsk, that was almost two years ago," Mrs. Keylani said with a laugh. She moved closer to Nathalie and whispered, "Being single is quite fun, especially if you have a large inheritance."Nathalie laughed. "As long as you're healthy and happy, Ma'am.""I was so happy when I found out that you would also come to supervise the work. I remember, when you supervised my first resort, you were so meticulous and detailed, so that when everything was finished, I was very satisfied with the results and even before my husband died, he kept saying that he wanted you
"Nicholas? Honey?"Nicholas turned his head, diverting his attention from the trunk he was about to close. "Yes, baby?"Nathalie pointed at the villa in front of her. "Are we really going to stay here?""Hm, yes," Nicholas said. He approached Nathalie while dragging two suitcases, his and hers. "Why? Do you think the place is not big enough? Not comfortable enough? I'll ask for a more--"Nathalie stood on tiptoe and kissed Nicholas, to silence him. "Sshhh...."Nicholas smiled and kissed Nathalie back. "Shall we try the bed right away?"Nathalie laughed. "Young Master Grand, my pervert love man, I mean, this is a very nice and big villa. We can even bring four or five more people here and it still feels spacious."Nicholas laughed. He moved closer to Nathalie. "Isn't that great? We can try every corner freely."Nathalie glanced and laughed at Nicholas' flirtatious words. She grabbed one of the suitcases from Nicholas' hand.
"Oh, I hate my body," Gina said, staring at herself in the mirror behind her."Tch, your body is fine," Marla said in an annoyed tone. "You're just pregnant and bear it, don't complain too much. Charles won't like it. He'll think you don't want to have his child!""I'm going on a strict diet after I give birth," Gina said, rubbing her stomach. "Oh, but this is a really pretty beach dress.""I really can't come?" Marla asked. She sighed, envious of her daughter's youthfulness. Even with her pregnant and growing body, Gina still looked beautiful in the beach dress Charles had just bought her, a set with a bikini."Don't be ridiculous, Mom," Gina said. "This is my first vacation with Charles, of course you can't come."Gina was very enthusiastic about preparing for this vacation to the Maldives. She had never been to the Maldives and of course it was on her wish list of vacation destinations she wanted to visit.In the past, when she first star
Charles was happy because Nathalie accepted his offer of cooperation.He did not delay long and immediately made a cooperation contract. Nathalie is a freelance design staff for Mrs. Keylani's current resort project.At first Charles was a bit annoyed because the price Nathalie asked for was very high, but he was satisfied seeing the initial design sketch given by Nathalie and was willing to pay according to Nathalie's request."Make sure all the details are the same and don't miss anything. This is my late husband's request," said Mrs. Keylani for the umpteenth time. "Please supervise the workers so that there are no mistakes or shortcomings.""Of course, Mrs. Keylani. We will try our best to realize the same resort as before, to fulfill your late husband's wishes," replied Charles."Ah, and if possible, I also want to meet your wife again, Mr. Frederick. I really like Nathalie. She is smart, beautiful, and kind. You are lucky to be with her," add
"You're going to take three days off and just leave the company?" Andy snapped in a high tone."I'm not just leaving the company," Nicholas retorted with furrowed brows. "Why do you use such a negative-sounding term?"Andy snorted. "You're irresponsible, Nicholas! You still have a lot of work to do and your three months are almost over. Are you going to leave so much burden for Leon when he comes back?"Nicholas slammed the table hard. His eyes shone very sharply and his lips formed a sarcastic smile."I'm irresponsible? Are you seriously saying that? Are you blind? In these two months, how many projects can I break through? How many pending jobs can I complete? Do I need to take the company's profit chart from the finance department? Or a record of how many new projects came in in the two months when I was CEO, compared to what your other son had produced?"Nicholas' words were very calm, but sharp and piercing. He stared straight into Andy's eyes without blinking."I don't understan
"Who?"Nathalie's eyes widened.She was finishing checking some new designs her staff had made when the phone on her desk rang and the receptionist told her that a man named Charles Frederick wanted to see her."He said his name was Charles Frederick, ma'am. He said he wanted to talk about a joint project."Nathalie didn't know what Charles wanted, but it must have been important enough for him to come to what was clearly a rival company."Tell him to wait in the main living room," Nathalie said. "Ah, Katty?""Yes, ma'am?" Katty said."Turn on the AC to maximum, and all the lights on our display boards," Nathalie said."Yes, ma'am, I will," Katty said."Call me back in half an hour after he sits down," Nathalie added.After hanging up, Nathalie picked up her phone and sent a message to Nicholas."Charles came here and said he wanted to meet to discuss a joint project."Nicholas' reply came about three minutes later."I'm leading a meeting, can't call you. Make sure all the CCTV camera
"So far, in two months, Nicholas has completed four pending project tenders and secured two major projects that previously did not even include us as tender participants," said Mario Marwin."You're right," responded Lorenzo Urbin. "Have you checked the development graph of The Grand Enterprise last month? After previously there was a fairly large decline in numbers, at the beginning of last month the line had registered and at the beginning of this month the line actually went up.""Gentlemen, it crossed my mind some time ago, when observing the development of our shares, could it be that we have chosen the wrong person all this time?" said Abner Jhonson carefully.Lorenzo and Mario exchanged glances. Each was struggling with their thoughts. Questioning again what Abner had said."I've thought about that too," said Lorenzo somewhat embarrassedly. "If we had chosen Nicholas from the start, perhaps the benefits we would have gained would have been enormous."Mario nodded, agreeing with
"Are you busy?" Nicholas asked. He had just finished taking a shower, shirtless, wearing only pajama pants, and his hair was half wet.Nathalie looked up, looking away from the laptop. Her eyebrows furrowed."Why don't you dry your hair?" Nathalie asked as she took the towel draped over Nicholas' shoulder. "This is a bad habit. It can make you catch a cold quickly."Nathalie led Nicholas to the chair she had been sitting in and she stood behind him, wiping his hair with the towel."I'm revising some sketches," Nathalie said. "There are materials that are hard to get lately, because of the shortage in the wood market, so I have to find alternative materials."Nicholas looked up and looked at Nathalie whose face looked tired."Don't push yourself too hard, baby," Nicholas said. "You should start training some of your trusted staff to do the more complicated tasks, so they don't have to rely on you all the time.""Yeah, I'm doing that too, honey," Nathalie said, leaning down and kissing