I sincerely apologize for the wrong chapter post yesterday. It was meant for my other ongoing book, ‘Gosh!!! Addicted to my CEO Ex-Husband.’ I already emailed my editor to delete it but it's delayed because it's a weekend. By Monday, the corrections will be made.
Garvin was not liking the idea. Mark had a serious problem with women and even his marriage lasted for just six months but that was the fault of his ex-wife. Nevertheless, Garvin still had a major concern and that was about the woman in question, Gianna. “Stop it, Mark, she is married.” The other side of the phone went quiet as if the news had hit him too hard. Mark did not remember seeing a ring on Gianna’s finger but there were lots of married people who never wore their wedding rings but were still happy. “Oh, she didn’t look like a happily married woman.” “And do you want to see it written on her face?” Garvin questioned in a slightly mockery tone but Mark’s mood was already sore. “If she was, she could have brought her husband along, right? Anyway, thanks for letting me know that she’s coming.” Garvin did not know how to feel anymore, discerning from Mark’s tone, that he was badly hit with the news of Gianna’s marriage but that was the truth and he was being sincere. He
At Mark’s office, he had no intention of leaving without clearing the false news, thereby waiting until sundown. His eyes were pinned on the time showcased on his wristwatch and as soon as it was past official working hours, he gave the instruction, “Marcus, take down all the videos and leave a note that it was false information.” “Yes sir,” Mark’s hacker, Marcus got down to business instantly while Mark picked up the phone and made a call to his stockbroker, “Peter, as soon as the stock market opens tomorrow, get to business but you can put things in place now. Whatever amount you need, just let me know.” After receiving a satisfying response from the end of the line, he put a call through to Garvin, asking, “What level do you want to leave him?” “Impoverishment,” Garvin responded from the end of the line where he was reading the twins their bedtime stories in his bedroom. The Ferrari bed or whatever could not keep the twins in their rooms, as they insisted on sleeping in Gar
“Sorry, I got a visit from a red wine last night.” Iris thought the news would discourage him but was amazed by his next words which he still said in a whisper. He spoke slowly, his voice was so soft as a feather, his breath warm and minty, “Then you need cuddles, kisses, and more romance.” Iris felt hot and her cheeks burned, instantly turning them red. Her mouth opened but before any word would come out, Garvin said again, “It also means you should stay the night so I can take care of you.” His offer was so tempting and they were standing so close to each other, Iris’s knees were already weak. “Mom, this is super delicious,” Cooper exclaimed after biting on the hot spring roll. The couple’s attention was instantly drawn to their environment and they pulled away ever so quickly from each other. The twins were already munching on the spring rolls and so was Luna. They kept groaning, taking bites of the other items on the dining table. “I’m glad you like it,” Iris lowered h
Iris received a few queries from some of their partners due to the videos of yesterday and responded to all of them, explaining everything that happened. She was about to send an email to her assistant, instructing her on the things to do in her absence when the door opened impertinently and Keanu barged in, yelling, “Iris Parker, we have to talk.” Iris’s heart thumped a little, feeling that this was not going to be good. Keanu never spoke to her like this before so he must be upset that his stupid videos had been taken down. “Sir, I’m sorry but you're gonna have to follow protocol,” Rhoda opened the door and said to Keanu before Iris could say a word. Keanu stared menacingly at her, saying coldly, “Back off!” Rhoda was afraid and helpless but since she did not want her boss to think of her as incapable, she braced herself, saying, “Sir, I’m gonna have to call security if you refuse to comply.” Keanu raged. Garvin could just walk into Iris’s office at any time and her damn
Earlier “Rhoda, I will take care of it.” “Thank you, ma’am,” Rhoda said, bowing her head slightly but still having the gut feeling that Keanu did not have good intentions. Rhoda was not comfortable because of how Keanu treated her and still wanted to call security but her boss had said that she would take it from there. This was the first time in years that her boss made a decision that made Rhoda uneasy after obeying and she wondered what if her boss regretted it later? Sadly, Rhoda did not have Garvin’s number when she thought about who to call but a thought crossed her mind and she went through the business directories, getting the number to his front desk. She made it sound like a business proposal and the call was transferred to his secretary. Serena informed her that Garvin was in an important meeting but then, Rhoda did not know if it would work but said, “Your boss is dating my boss and my boss i
“Garvin, are you saying we should stop? If we do now, you would lose money because their broker is online, trying to salvage the situation,” Mark said hastily. Garvin explained calmly, not allowing his anger to get in the way, “No. What I mean is, I want him destroyed today.” There was a pause on the line and Mark was checking the time. He responded sadly, “That would also not be possible. The stock market would close in three hours.” Garvin was not ready to take no for an answer, knowing that someone would try to salvage the situation from Keanu’s end since he was in the station. Mark’s broker was capable and Garvin knew it could be done. “I don’t care how much it would cost, Mark, just do it please.” “Gabriel, what did he do?” Mark asked thoughtfully. They had an agreement yesterday and Garvin was making changes today which meant there was something he was not telling Mark. “He attacked Iris in the office and has been arrested. His father would try to save the situation by
Iris forced a smile and held Garvin’s gaze, before responding, “Dad, you know that the stock market is one place I haven’t been able to grasp for which reason you still watch over it.” Indirectly, she has nothing to do with the Louis's stocks. There was a slight pause before her father spoke again, “That is true but what caused his arrest?” Iris’s expression turned cold at the recollection of the traumatic event. “I can’t tell you on the phone but he attacked me in my office.” Even though it was just an attempt, Iris found it difficult to speak about it to even her father, for which reason she began to understand the reason why a lot of sexually abused women never got justice, all because they lacked the courage to talk about it. “Attacked you? How?” Austin asked worriedly, Iris paused before responding, “I will tell you when I get home.” Some things were better said face to face and not over the phone but Iris almost had a heart attack when the voice on the phone changed, wh
Sometime that night, Garvin was on a call with Mark after ending his call with Iris and letting her speak to the twins. “It’s done, Garvin. We invested all the money so I paid the broker from my account.” “Thanks, I will transfer it to you,” Garvin said, happy for his first plan of revenge to be completed but Mark had no intention of taking back the money. “No need. I….” “I’m not going to help you to break somebody’s marriage so please don’t use it as collateral,” Garvin said as if he read his mind. Being what Mark intended to do, he could not refuse but also knew that Garvin had a point. It was not right to break Gianna’s marriage because he felt attracted to her. “Alright, but what if…” Garvin knew what he was about to say and instantly cut him off. For him, marriage was a package and for whatever you get, you have to make do with it the best you can unless there is a case of adultery. It is only in such conditions that he would think twice. To stop this discussion, he dive