Chapter 17 Hitting Him Up
Chapter 17 Hitting Him Up
All was set for the Durban family.
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Celia had geared up for her debut at K Magazine come Monday, but Shane, cunningly exploiting her ankle injury, convinced her to hold off.
That twist meant an extra day off for her.
Back in the CEO’s quarters at Elite Group, Shane wrapped up the morning meeting and settled into his office just as Jim’s call
came in.
“Hey there? Mr. President, there’s a Ms. Richardson downstairs, insists she’s got what you’ve been hunting
On alert, Shane perked up. “Really? Send her up”
Minutes passed before Samantha strolled in with Jim.
Shane’s eyes narrowed, assessing her. Samantha had dolled up subtly, clad in a flowery dress radiating elegance,
Simultaneously, Samantha found herself drawn to his presence, unable to look away
She’d only glimpsed this corporate titan on screens and in print, a figure of envy among Kordale’s social set. But face–to–face, he exceeded expectations, his allure magnified.
“Got the item?” Jim, positioned nearby, shot Shane a discreet glance and inquired.
“Yeah, I brought it,” Samantha responded, pausing briefly. She averted her eyes, deftly unzipped her purse, and withdrew the silver necklace, Laying it on the desk.
After a cursory inspection, Shane looked up.
Were yo
you the one who visited my room at the Gateau Hotel on March 22nd?”
“Yeah, I was being tailed and ended up there by “mistake” Samantha responded with practiced ease
After a momentary pause, Shane probed. “What made you take off with my necklace?”
“Well… I woke up in a panic the next morning. My mind was a blank, and I just wanted out fast. While packing, I must’ve absentmindedly stashed your necklace in my bag
Samantha explained, feigning distress outwardly while staying calm within,
Her every word had been meticulously rehearsed.
Considering the necklace’s background and the intel she gathered. Celia probably nabbed it by mistake and might be clueless
about it.
Even though Celia was now Shane’s squeeze, his desperate quest for the necklace hinted he hadn’t connected the dots to her.
Despite the gamble of showing up, she remained unfazed.
Regardless, she was dead set on taking away anything of Celia’s.
Shane, with his charm and riches, was a longtime crush of hers. Such a golden chance couldn’t be ignored.
A tense hush filled the room, Shane staying mute while Jim held his tongue.
That night was a fluke. So, what’s your price? Shane sparked a cigarette, inhaling deeply, releasing a cloud of smoke, then met her gaze calmly.
Hihatt No wife offer, just rash!
Disappointment flickered in Samantha’s eyes as she rushed, “Mr. Channing, I’m not after money. I’ve admired you for so long. I just want to be with you
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Shane’s gaze soured slightly at her words, though her actions that night could be seen as a rescue.
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With his grandma pushing for marriage. Shane sighed lightly. “Fine. In three months. I’ll give you a title and make you my
Samantha wanted to question the delay but found herself speechless.
Observing Shane’s closed eyes and reclined posture, it was evident he desired no further discussion.
Samantha left her contact information with Jim before exiting Elite Group.
Returning to the CEOs office, Jim found Shane meticulously sanitizing the necklace.
“Keep tabs on her. If she tries to deceive me. there’ll be consequences”
“Got it. And what about Ms. Durban and the elderly lady?”
Leshold of on that for now Shane replied with a slight frown.
As Shane stepped into his car in the morning his phone buzzed with a call from Rose.
She voiced contentment with Celia and urged him to expedite their marriage plans
In a spar of the moment decision, he cited a three–month want period
Explaining that his relationship with Celia was still fresh, he proposed waiting three months to ensure compatibility before.
Sarpmangly, the woman from the previous night sought him out at this crucial juncture
Temporarily be senled on a three–month plan. hopeful that time would untangle has predicament
Upon her return to the K Magazine office on Tuesday. Celia was intercepted by the intern Nala. Worried about divulging too
fabricated an excuse for her abrence
As they sat down with their glasses of water the depary editor entered beaming and accompanied by a woman.
Celtas shock was
aid eyes on the woman.
Just then Crystal intervened, commanding attention “Alright everyone setße down. Allow me to introduce our new
colleague, Samantha a standout graduate from Kordale University. She’ll be joining us as a reporter. Welcome aboard!”
Applause filled the room and Celia joined in with a polite clap
It struck her head majored in finance, so he did she land a job as a reporter at K Magazine!
Her doubts vanished at the thought of Crystals friendship with her.
With this bond and her skis, naviganing & Magazine would be effortless
Samantha turned, her gaze locking onto Celia with need your guidance.
– disdainful expression Thanks everone Since I’m new here. I’ll
Crystal promptly ushered Samantha soa roomy desk, enlisting Celia and Nala to assist.
Their duties included daily reports and catering to Samantha’s every need even serving her tea and water.
Nala’s discontent was palpable. Despite their longer tenure and greater knowledge compared to Samantha, they were relegated to serving her
Celia counselled Nala to refrain from overthinking persevere excel in their tasks, complete the internship, and then contemplate craduation
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In truth, Celia harbored as much disdain for Samantha as Nala did. Witnessing Samantha and Crystal’s camaraderie heightened Cela’s suspicion that they were complicit in the incident involving Frank’s drugging of her.
Lacking evidence and the power to confront them, she resigned herself to endure for now. Yet, she vowed that when she grew stronger, none of them would escape her scrutiny.
“Samantha, if Cela’s bothering you, I can have her gone in a heartbeat. Crystal offered in the deputy editor–in–chief’s office. observing Samantha’s evident annoyance
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