Chapter 65
This move completely disregarded Robin’s shares in the company.
Wendy’s face turned pale. ‘How did this woman earn such favor from Samuel? She wondered, jealousy gnawing at her. She had known Samuel for so long, but she had never once seen him care for another woman this way.
This was the first time in history she had seen him protect someone so fiercely.
A wave of anxiety washed over Wendy
Robin, on the other hand, had a more calculated reaction, his eyes darkening as he fixed his gaze on Samuel
The longer Samuel managed the company, the tighter his grip on the Howerton Group became. His abilities were undeniable.
Robin had hoped to win Samuel over to his side, to make him an ally. But now…
He cast a glance at Wendy, his eyes growing even more sinister before he turned back to Samuel and spoke in a deep. measured voice, “Mr. Howerton, being ambitious in your youth is commendable, but don’t let it blind you. There are better choices around you if you just take a closer look.”
His gaze shifted meaningfully toward Wendy, making his intentions clear.
He wants to match Samuel with Wendy. The thought lingered in the air.
Wendy’s heart skipped a beat, and she couldn’t hide the joy that spread across her face. Her heartbeat quickened as she looked at Samuel, her eyes filled with a hope she dared not voice.
But Samuel’s expression remained cold and distant. Without a word, he tightened his grip on Isabella’s hand and said icily. “My patience is running out. You have three seconds to leave.”
A suffocating pressure filled the room, emanating from Samuel.
Robin’s anxiety grew. If we don’t leave now… He shuddered at the thought of what Samuel might do.
Maybe… I shouldn’t have pushed things this far. Regret creur Robin’s heart.
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With just a few words, Samuel shattered the fragile hope in Wendy’s eyes.
She glared at their intertwined hands, as if her stare alone could bore a hole through them. Tears welled up and spilled over She thought, ‘How could I, the daughter of Robin, lose to this woman?”
Bitterness and disbelief surged through her. ‘I won’t accept this! She thought, clenching her fists and stomping her foot in frustration
“This is too much!” she shouted before running out of the CEO’s office, tears streaming down her face.
“Wendy!” Robin called after his daughter, his face darkening further. He turned back to Samuel, trembling with rage, and. pointed a shaking finger at him, gritting his teeth. “Fine. Very fine. You’ll pay for the choice you made today!”
With that, he stormed out, following after Wendy, his coat flaring dramatically behind him.
Once Robin and his daughter left, the CEO’s office fell into a deep, unsettling silence.
Isabella sank lazily into the couch, her body relaxed as she looked up at Samuel with a playful smile. “Shouldn’t you
me
Her tone was light, but there e was an undeniable confidence lurking beneath it, as if she were in control of everything.
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The chill in Samuel’s eyes had long since melted away, replaced by a faint smile. “Cause trouble for me, and you still expect gratitude?”
He leaned down and sat beside her.
Just then, there was a knock on the office door, and a secretary entered with a tray of coffee. She instinctively glanced at Isabella and, for a moment, her eyes lit up. She thought. What a stunning woman! No wonder the CEO is so taken with her.
After setting it down, she turned to leave but couldn’t resist taking one last glance at Isabella before closing the door behind her with a soft chick.
Isabella was in a good mood. She took a sip of the coffee, savoring the taste before she turned to Samuel, raising an eyebrow in amusement. “I sped things up for you today. Now you have all the reasons you need to kick him out. Shouldn’t you be thanking me?”
She knew the situation at Howerton Group well Robin held a significant number of shares, making him a threat. Outwardly, he remained neutral, but behind the scenes, he had long been courted by Samuel’s uncle. Howard, and had done his fair share of damage opposing Samuel.
Isabella thought, ‘Robin is only out for himself. Every project that passes through his hands ends up benefiting him alone, while the company takes the hit.‘
Samuel had been waiting for the perfect opportunity to oust Robin. And now, Isabella had created that very opportunity.
Samuel studied her, noting her calm demeanor and the way she seemed to effortlessly control the situation. He thought. ‘She really does know everything, surprised by how sharp she was. She’s even smarter than I imagined.
With a playful glint in his eyes, Samuel asked, “What reward do you want?”
Isabella set down her coffee, tilting her head in thought.
Samuel fully expected her to make a request, but instead, she turned to him, her lips curling into a sly smile. “I’ll keep it in mind for now. I’ll tell you when I think of something.”
Her cheeky response made Samuel chuckle, his usually stoic eyes softening with amusement. “You better remember.”
It was rare
for him to be so talkative. Normally, Samuel was a man of few words, but Isabella had a way of drawing him out She grinned mischievously. “How could I forget a reward from the mighty fourth son of the Howerton family?”
*This is my chance to pull one over on Samuel, she thought, already planning how she could use it to her advantage.
With a light smile, she took another sip of her coffee. “Your company’s coffee isn’t bad.”
Samuel raised an eyebrow, his voice low and smooth. “If you like it, feel free to visit often.”
Isabella chuckled but didn’t respond immediately. She finished her coffee, then stood up, glancing at him. “You should get back to work. I’ll be going now!”
She began packing up the lunch containers she had brought, and as she did, Samuel’s warm gaze never left her. “I really enjoyed the meal you made.
Isabella paused for a moment, still bent over, and turned her head to look at him, her expression playful. I’m glad you liked.
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After tidying up, she went to the small kitchenette in the office to wash her hands. When she returned, she picked up the food containers. “I’m off,”
of his office and head toward the
Samuel nodded slightly, watching her leave. Only after she was gone did he step out of secretary’s wing
At the secretary’s office. The secretaries immediately paused their work when they noticed the CEO approaching. It’s rare for him to come here in person, they thought.
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Before the head secretary could speak. Samuel broke the silence with a calm but firm command. “From now on, if she comes by, there’s no need to announce her. She can enter and leave my office as she pleases.”
The room fell into stunned silence.
e is to
They thought. He could’ve just called to give this order. But he came in person, so we’d all know just how important she is him…
Samuel hadn’t mentioned Isabella’s name, but everyone in the secretarial office instantly knew who he meant.
After all, the drama with Wendy has already spread through the company like wildfire.
They thought. To be able to come and go from the CEO’s office freely… what a privilege! It was practically the same as being the acting CEO
After Samuel left, the secretaries exchanged bewildered glances. ‘Who exactly is that woman?”
