Chapter 221 Playing Along
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redam, Reese was seized by panic. She hadn’t anticipated Malcolm’s determination to pursue his inquiry, and now she found herself hurriedly duling Calvin Bechertrate a convincing ever story, Rebel washed over her as he picked up instant. “Reese, what’s happening? Have you left Is Malcolm growing suspicious? Calvin queried preamble “Enough with the small talk,” “Reese cut him off sharply. “Listen, call the CEO of Propera Ventures and tell him I’m managing their PR. It provide us with a cover if
tarti snooping too much. He’s alreath there. “Caught off guard. Calvin swore under his breath, “What’s going on? Why is Malcolm at Pretpera? Does he suspect ething” “Wouldn’t it be clear if he was there for any other reason? Reese shot back. “He’s there to uncover the truth. “But why did you agree to it? She resisted the urge to berate Calvin for his obtusmess. “What other option did I have? If I’d declined, it would ve only aroused his suspicion further. I can’t have him surveilling me constantly. The best strategy in dispel his doubts. “Cabin finally grasped the situation. Alright. I get someone to talk to him about it.“Make it quick and discreet, Reese instructed. Understood, Reese. After ending
wiftly erased the call log and tucked her phone away. After a quick appraisal in the minor, the raised her eyebrows and, with a confident smile, she exited the restroom Outside and fustin were waiting: When Reese appeared her radiance was more pronounced than before–a stark contrast to her earlier state, leaving Justin practically speechless “What: Teese? Why does she look so radunt after raat stepping in there? Malcolm’s lips twitched into a knowing smile. He had a hunch shed sought reinforcements. Regardless, he meant no harm, but he understood his wife’s pride was a force to be reckoned with Challenging her directly at this moment could be too much for her.But that was fine. If it was a path the wanted to tread, he would support het every step of the way Reese approached him, “Let’s head up “Malcolm pestured towards hatin, “Hit the elevator button “As Justin scurried to press. the elevator button, Malcolm stood shoulder to shoulder with Reese Despite their height difference, they exuded an undeniable charisma that commanded attention wherever they
and From hit vantage point, Justin was increasingly convinced that these two were a perfect match le discreetly took out his smartphone to capture a photo of them, and with each fance at the picture, they appeared even more striking together Both Reese and Malcolm were oblivious, each lost in their thoughts. Reese was strategizing on how to comince Malcolm,
hile be was contemplating how to surprise her–keeping it a secret, of course, or it wouldn’t be a surprise at all When the elevator doors slid open, they walked into Adam’s office nimpeded—no one would dare obstruct Malcolm, a renowned figure in Atlanta, Furthermore, the company was still in its infancy, they couldnt risk offending an industry titan.As they approached the door, the assistant happened to walk out, “Mr. Flynn Mr. Adam’s inside, isn’t he?‘ Malcolm’s gaze on the assistant suggested he was already aware they were expecting
Feigning ignorance, Malcolm walked in The assistant gave a subtle nod “Mr. Adam is inside. Please go in, and I’ll prepare some coffee for you. Upon entering, Adam’s initial surprise ng Malcolm quickly morphed into warmth. “Mr. Flynn, what brings you here? Despite it being their first meeting, they interacted as if they d known each other for years, with ne of awkwardness. Just here to discuss some business with Mr. Adam, Malcolm replied As Adams gate landed on Reese, he seemed puzzled. “Reese, why are you here with Mr. Flynn?
| Bead straight to pay after you were done? There was no need for you to come by. Reese offered a gentle smile, devoid of her usual aloofness. In that moment, she was the embodiment of a humble employer. “Mr. Adam, I bumped into Mr. Flynn at the event, so we came over together, she explained Malcolm introduced her with an air of casual melition. ‘Mr. Adam allow me to introduce her. This is my Reese, Reese “Adam was visibly taken aback, his face a blend of disbelief as he turned to Malcolm and Reese. “Your Rese? But. Mr. Flynn, you must be joking. If she’s truly the leading lady of the Flynn Group, why would she be working part–time for me? The Flynn Group was a titan in the industry. Not just ans Berse could shake its toonditions, they could support a hundred like her without breaking a weat. Adam had received instructions to guard Reese’s secret well, but he was clueless
at she was Malcolms se. The revelation had caught him off guard With a fond look at Reese, Malcolm quipped. “She wanted to gain some experience on her men. I only just ran inte het at the mint. It seems she was trying to keep it a secret from a Though his words held a hunt of complaint, Malcolm’s eyes held nuthing but pare affection for Reese. Anyone who saw would likely be green with envy After exiting the door, she briefly showed op at payroll. Malcolm had certainly taken her by surprise today, and she was still trying to catch her breath Understandingly, Adam said. That’s fine. It’s commendable that Beese wants to gain experience. She’s nothing like those heiresses who know only lebure–a true testament to Mr. Flynn’s discernment. Pride flickered across Malcolm & handsome Matures, raduating a vibe of that’s right, my wife is that incredible, that independent. He then addressed Howse, “Why don’t you go pick up your paycheck from payroll, and FILI a word with Mr. Adam?‘A fucker of nervousness passed through Reese–the was tempted to question their brief acquaintance and what they could possibly discum. Yet, given the days events, the held her tongue With a subtle nod, she agreed, “Alright, have your comensation. Atter slipping out the door, she made a token appearance at payroll. All the arrangements had been made, and playing her part convincingly was part of the plan in the office, only Malcolm and Adam remained, and Adim took the opportunity tocasă bankly “I’m not sure what Mr. Flynn wanted to see me about today. Now that it’s just the two of us, we can speak freely.”
