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Jovan saw the jewelry bag and understood something.
Ariella probably wanted to reconcile with him today, but she noticed the jewelry bag in his hand.
He was too angry with Kaleb to give her the jewelry.
So, Ariella assumed the jewelry wasn’t for her and got upset.
Then, she unleashed her fury on him in front of others.
Jovan sneered.
She hadn’t changed.
Her controlling nature was irritating.
“Then give it to Layla, she likes diamonds.”
If Ariella had been cooperative today, she would have had the diamond necklace.
But she insisted on being dominant and wouldn’t budge, so he wouldn’t give in either.
Did she want the diamond necklace?
He wouldn’t give it to her!
Gerald was stunned for a moment.
Then, he complained under his breath.
“It’s actually for Lailah? So why did you bring it here? Ariella might assume it was for her.”
Jovan didn’t reply but pulled out his phone.
Ariella might text him to ask about it.
Before, when he made excuses to stay out at night, she could send many messages in an hour.
Back then, he had to silence his phone.
Thinking of this, he increased the phone’s volume and put it away.
“Since we can’t secure Matthew’s project, let’s try to see if we can secure another collaboration.”
Gerald hurried to catch up.“Wait for me!”
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In the infirmary.
The nurse was busy with other patients, so she couldn’t apply medicine to Kaleb.
Ariella took the medicine.“I’ll do it.”
Before, influenced by Jovan, she thought Kaleb’s success in expanding the Cooley Group was due to family ties and
shortcuts.
But now she realized that was not the case.
Kaleb had been dedicated to enhancing employee benefits, making every employee feel they were a valued part of the
company.
A company where everyone was united and committed would undoubtedly thrive.
Today, she owed Kaleb a favor, so she figured that helping him with medicine was a way to repay him for it.
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“Mr. Cooley, don’t move.”
Seeing his wrist, she felt guilty. If Jovan hadn’t fought with him, the sprain wouldn’t have worsened.
“It’s my fault for not managing my issues, causing you trouble.”
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Kaleb looked calm, letting her apply the medicine.
He talked in a business tone.
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“No, it’s because Mr. Burton’s court negotiations were slow, so you weren’t divorced from him sooner. It’s not your
fault.
“Also, my feud with Mr. Hensley isn’t new. Today’s fight isn’t about you.”
Ariella felt touched.
He was a great
boss.
She needed to work hard to repay him.
She dipped the cotton swab in cold medicine.
Her touch was gentle, causing him no discomfort.
Kaleb looks surprised.“Did you study nursing?”
Ariella smiled, “No, just practice.”
Both Jovan and Leonel got hurt sometimes.
She got skilled through practice.
“You really dive into things.”
Ariella was surprised.
Jovan would call it “mere trickery.”
Her heart ached.
“Isn’t this just trickery?”
Kaleb replied, “People call you trickery because they can’t do it, trying to make you feel useless, suppressing your pride.”
His tone firmed up.
“If a client says this, report it to me. The Cooley Group doesn’t need condescending, unsympathetic partners.”
“It’s not a client. I was just joking.”
Ariella pulled back the swab and turned away, hiding her teary eyes.
Luckily, Gwenda arrived soon.
“Mr. Cooley, how did you get hurt? It’s swollen! What happened? Did you call the police?” Gwenda asked.
Kaleb made light of it, “I sprained it playing golf.”
“I see,” Gwenda said, clearing her throat.“Ariella, what did the doctor say?”
“The doctor said it’s a minor sprain. Mr. Cooley needs to apply some medication, and it will improve in a few 1vs.”
“That’s a relief,” Gwenda said, relieved.“Thank goodness it won’t affect the yearly meeting next week.”
Ariella didn’t know about the meeting and asked, “Yearly meeting?”
“Yes,” Gwenda smiled. “I was going to tell you after work. Make sure to dress nicely. We’re having a prize draw.”
Gwenda paused, then whispered.
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“The big prize is a dance with Mr. Cooley. All the ladies at work go for it every year, but somehow, nobody ever ends up winning it.”
Ariella fell silent.
Kaleb’s assistants got here. They saw it was just a small sprain, so they decided to go back to the office.
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Kaleb was a kind boss. He told his assistant, Mike, “It’s past work hours. You come with me; the others can go home.”
Mike nodded and went to get the car.
Ariella and the rest took off with big smiles on their faces.
But outside, Ariella was shocked.
They could share rides, but she needed to pick up Raul from school, which was out of the way.
She wanted a taxi, but there were none around.
Just then, Kaleb’s car stopped in front of her.
The car window rolled down, and Mike leaned out, asking,“Ms. Mueller, need a ride?”
Ariella was anxious.“Yes, I need to pick up my son…”
“Get in.”
Kaleb’s voice came from the back seat.
Ariella quickly opened the front door.
But the front seat was full of sports stuff.
So, she had to sit in the back.
Luckily, there was a mini tray table in the backseat, so she and Kaleb sat apart, avoiding any awkwardness.
“Mr. Cooley, thank you.”
Kaleb kept his eyes on the documents, not bothering to look up.“You’ve thanked me plenty already today. If you really want to show your gratitude, just put in the hard work.”
“I will.”
She felt relieved and was even more grateful to Kaleb.
With a good boss like this, she felt motivated to work hard and dedicate herself to the company.
Since Kaleb was busy, she didn’t talk, and they were quiet on the way.
Near the kindergarten, the car couldn’t pass due to crowds.
“I’ll get out here, Mike. Thank you.”
Ariella opened the door, but Kaleb spoke.
“I know the director of this kindergarten and had planned to meet her inside. Let’s go together.”
Mike quickly stopped the car to park.
Raul and Leonel were in the same class. The teacher brought them out, and the parents were waiting in line.
Ariella didn’t expect Jovan to actually pick up Leonel personally.
The woman beside him had her face heavily covered, likely Lailah.
“Mom!”
Raul ran over.
Ariella touched his head.
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“Raul, she’s my mom, and she won’t be participating in the parent–child sports day with you!”
Leonel ran over and made a face at them.
