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Chapter 253
“Forget it.” Lex lightly waved. “Lex, you can’t just ignore this,” Jolie cried out, weeping. “Howard and Tommy have been taken by the police. Even if they did something wrong, how could James call the cops? This is a family affair, after all.” “A family affair?” James said coldly, “Is framing Thea considered a family affair? Fortunately, nothing serious happened. Would you still call it a family affair if people had died?” “You…” Her face livid, Jolie pointed at James and rebuked him, “Who do you think you are? This is the Callahans’ residence. What makes you think you have the right to speak?” “That’s right. You’ve pushed it too far.” “How could you call the cops?” “Why can’t you just sit down and talk this through? It’s nothing serious, after all. Now that the police have arrested them, what should we do if word got out?” “Damn you, James!” The Callahans reprimanded James and Thea, blaming everything on them. Though David was delighted, he believed James had c
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Thea could not retort. She did not know what to say. She pulled James into her room. Meanwhile, the others formed a circle around the betrothal gifts. Alyssa took a beautiful dress and some expensive-looking jewelry and dashed excitedly into her room. She changed her clothes and put on earrings, a necklace, and a ring. “Darling, do I look pretty?” She came out of the room and walked around the living room. David exclaimed, “Wow, you look gorgeous, darling! The dress suits you perfectly.” Upon hearing this, Alyssa was flattered. Meanwhile, Gladys wore a worried expression. She muttered, “Mr. Watson is rich, but so is Mr. Caden. Who should Thea marry?” “She should marry both,” David blurted out. Smack! Gladys smacked him on his head. He instantly shut his mouth and headed toward a box full of cash. “Mom, can I have this?” Gladys glanced at him. “No way. They’ll be kept in safe custody. I’ll be putting them in the bank tomorrow.” In her room, Thea was exasper
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James was puzzled. ‘What went wrong? ‘Did she not agree to it? Why did she change her mind?’ He momentarily froze. Then, he quickly recollected himself and smiled. “I-It’s alright.” As he said that, he got off the bed and spread the mattress on the floor. Thea did not understand what had gotten into her. She felt terrified the moment James kissed her. However, she did not know what she was afraid of. “Y-You can sleep here if you want.” Although she did not feel ready, she still could not bear to see James sleeping on the floor any longer. James said with a smile, “It’s alright. I can sleep on the floor. I’ll sleep next to you when you’re fully ready.” James did not want to pressure Thea into it. In fact, he did not have the right. After all, he would not even be here without Thea. That was why he had decided to support and obey any decision she made. From Thea’s perspective, however, James was mad. “I…” She opened her mouth to speak. However, she was at a loss
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After leaving the residence, James called a taxi and headed to Majestic Corporation. On the way, he called Newton. “Mr. Quinn, who’s currently in charge of Majestic Corporation?” “That’ll be me, James.” “Got it. Prepare a suit and a mask for me. I’ll be there soon.” Though Newton did not know what James was up to, he obeyed. “Alright, I’ll make the necessary arrangements.” After the call, James closed his eyes to rest. Soon, he arrived at Majestic Corporation. It was an eighteen-story skyscraper. Though it used to be a business under The Great Four, it had been returned to its original owner. After Newton took over, he renamed it the Majestic Tower. This was also the headquarters of Majestic Corporation. Majestic Corporation had only been established yesterday. Although there were rumors about its opening, the company had not officially announced its opening ceremony, nor had it held a press conference. However, news about Majestic Corporation’s hiring activitie
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“Enough about me. Say, where have you been for the past ten years?” “Sigh…” Quincy sighed. “Back then, something happened to my boyfriend’s family. I was devastated and moved to Melpolis with my family. I only just returned. Coincidentally, I heard a member of the Cadens had survived and even managed to take back the former businesses’ of his family from The Great Four. I thought about it and decided to see what it was all about. I applied for the vice president position while at it.” Quincy looked at Thea. “By the way, I heard you got badly burnt while you were saving a Caden from the Cadens’ residence?” “Yes.” Thea nodded. “Who was it?” Drinking her coffee, she looked at Thea. Thea shook her head and said, “I don’t know. He was on fire when I saved him. The situation was dire, and I pulled him out of the fire without having a clear glimpse of his face.” “Did he not look for you?” “He…” Wearing a flustered look, she contemplated and said, “I guess he did. However
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In a lavish office on the topmost floor of Majestic Corporation, James had changed into a brand-new suit worth millions of dollars. Serena was adjusting his necktie. Wearing the suit, James exuded a completely different aura. He was a house-husband just a moment ago. Now, he was a man who succeeded in life. “J-James…” After adjusting his necktie, Serena lifted her head and looked at James puzzledly. “Why are you concealing your identity?” James smiled. He did not explain. He did not know the answer to her question. Perhaps he only wanted to live an ordinary life. At that moment, Newton walked in. “James, Ms. Thea is here alongside a woman called Quincy Xenos, who’s here to apply for the position of vice president. She requests to see you.” “Q-Quincy Xenos?” James froze. A figure sprang into his mind. He had just graduated from high school ten years ago. He got to know a girl from school. Her name was Quincy, and they were in a relationship for around h
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James turned to face Thea. She could not take her eyes off him. However, in the instant James turned, she was dismayed. She could not see his face as he was wearing a mask. It was not the same ghost mask from before. Instead, it was a silver mask. It covered his face, and only his eyes, nose, mouth, and chin were revealed. James turned and glanced at Thea. He saw the nervousness in her and gave her a slight smile. “Make yourself at home. Have a seat.” Thea recollected herself and took a seat on the sofa of the office. James took the seat opposite her. “M-Mr. Caden, thank you for everything you’ve done for me.” Thea opened her mouth to speak. Her voice was shaky. Anyone could tell she was nervous. James waved her off. “I would’ve died in the fire ten years ago if not for you. I know you’ve been through a lot over the past ten years. I could never pay back my debts to you.” James was speaking the truth. He could never truly repay his debts to Thea. Thea muster
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James came to Majestic Corporation to meet Thea. After meeting her, he changed into the casual wear he always wore. “This is much more comfortable,” James muttered. He walked out of the office and took the dedicated lift to the first floor. Walking out of Majestic Tower, he stood by the side of the road to call a taxi. At the same time, Thea walked out of Majestic Corporation, dejected. Although she had met the person she wanted to meet, she did not get to see his face. However, he exuded a strong aura. His every word and action could sway the thoughts of others. At that moment, she saw James standing by the road. She froze. “Huh?” Hearing this, James turned. Upon seeing Thea behind him, he scratched his head awkwardly. “T-Thea, you’re here as well?” “W-Were you following me?” Upon seeing James’ flustered look, she instantly understood. Her face darkened. “James, do you not trust me? Is that why you followed me?” James was speechless. Why would he follow