Thalia's pov I couldn't deny that I was concerned. I neglected my duty as a shareholder in the company and didn't come to work for about three days while they dealt with a social media backlash.I didn't even know if they were able to rectify it or not. Of course, arriving at the office without looking like the enemy wouldn't be a small task. The workers stared at me like a perpetrator because I wasn't there when they needed me.Bracing myself, I went into my office. I ruffled my hair, thinking hard about it. Truthfully, I felt guilty. How could I have abandoned them like that? But remembering Lorion's words, I had to calm down again.With a deep exhale, I sat down on my chair and began the day's work. After two hours, I stepped out to get coffee at the cafeteria. I wanted to use the elevator to get there fast but someone was coming in the available one so I waited.The elevator stopped. Eirik came out. No, he wasn't the same Eirik. This Eirik looked stressed, hungry and tired. He di
Eirik’s pov I opened my eyes slowly, roaming around the empty room. The curtains were slightly open. I groaned, trying to get out of bed but I couldn't. I turned and froze. My eyes widened, staring at Mirelle laying naked beside me on the bed. I forced my eyes back to my body. I lifted the duvet and my chest almost exploded out of anger."Mirelle...." I shouted.Mirelle stirred on the bed, "You are awake." She rubbed her eyes, smiling like a devil."What exactly did you do to me?" I asked, forcing myself to sit up.A wave of headache slammed against my skull. I closed my eyes, trying not to groan loud. I remembered walking to my study room last night but I fell to the ground just before I got there. I saw Mirelle standing in front of me and I can't remember anything else after that. "What happened? What did you do? Why are we on the same bed? Why are you naked?" I asked so many questions at once because I didn't know what happened and I was scared it wouldn't be what I thought had
Eirik’s pov I decided to look for Thalia. I needed to speak to her. I needed to rectify things. I wanted to apologize for everything I have done. I wasn't sure if an apology would fix it but I just wanted to try.I helped Ianth back to the bed, promising to do what he wanted. He obeyed and not long after, he slept off without the oxygen mask. I knew he needed his mommy for his health to improve.I stepped out of the ward silently and started walking straight through the passage. Different wards, different sick people. I didn't know where I was going but seeing Thalia earlier, it meant she must be in one of the wards. What if she wasn't?There was no room for 'ifs'. It was either I tried my luck or I didn't. Soon, I stopped in front of a VIP ward. Six wards apart from Ianth's. "Thalia..." I called but someone suddenly blocked my view."Mr Eirik, what are you doing here?" Doctor Rachel asked.I frowned, wondering why she had to show up at the particular time. "Rachel, I didn't come to
Eirik’s pov "Were you able to get through to her?" I asked a female assistant. She paused for a few seconds, "I called her earlier. Her response was strange. It sounded like she would be on her way but she never arrived here until the meeting ended."The situation was grave. My company suffered a backlash because of one of the products that was released two days ago. It was a clinical tool. Several rumors sprung up. Some said we weren't licensed to produce clinical tools that could be used in surgeries because it could endanger someone's life.Others said the company was just an enterprise, we shouldn't get ahead of ourselves to produce what isn't needed just because we wanted to belong in a market.The backlash was terrible. I had to schedule an urgent meeting so that measures to be taken can be discussed. I wouldn't allow my years of hard work in my company go down the drain because of one product backlash.Yet, Thalia never came. I didn't cause a fuss about her suddenly appearing
Thalia's pov Lorion has helped me for more than three years. I believe he wouldn't do anything to hurt William. He knows my son is the only one I have. He wouldn't do anything to hurt us.Rachel on the other hand was also my friend. I have known her for so many years, ever since I got married to Eirik. She has helped me in many ways and always considered me a friend even when I didn't. She wouldn't tell lies to me."You can admit him." I said, "I just want my son to be fine."Rachel nodded, glancing over at William. "I will send him over to one of the VIP wards. Do not worry, he will be fine." She assured me.I nodded, walking over to William. "I am sorry, baby." I was negligent in my duty to take care of him. I just hoped he would be fine very soon and I must stay with him throughout. William was transferred to a ward where he was changed to hospital wear. I sent a message to his school, stating that he wouldn't be coming for a short period of time. At least, till he gets better.M
Thalia's povI couldn't say a word. I left Lorion's place without another word. My head has been occupied with what he told me. Was I trying to help Eirik instead of having my revenge on him?For three years, I was consumed with anger. I hated Eirik to the point of wanting to destroy him but I can't explain what has been stopping me.Recently, I found out Eirik’s assistant has been removing important details from Eirik’s work calendar. As a busy person, he never checked whatever his assistant gave to him. He just went along with it.The way I found it, I was supposed to hold onto it. After gathering enough information, I would reveal the assistant's hidden intentions in front of everyone. First, the assistant will be gone, causing a loss of 'good' staff at Eirik’s end.From there, I would start striking back one after the other until I became satisfied but instead, I revealed my first card to Eirik the moment I found out. Why? I couldn't explain why I did that.There was no way I woul