Chapter 176 - I Am Sure You're Not A Foolish Man
[Luna is everything alr-]
"Don't worry, everything is going according to my plan." Leia chuckled wickedly, and a dangerous glint flickered in her eyes. "Everything is set."
[Okay... that's a relief]
Leia smiled maliciously at herself and took the speakers off her ears. She turned to face Adrik, who was about to leave for work and perked him on the lips. "See you at six." Adrik nodded at her and kissed her forehead before walking out of the room.
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The car pulled over to a stop in front of a tall company that had the name "Blue Berry." boldly written above it, and parked in the parking lot.
The drivers hurried down and pulled the door open for Mr. Adolpho. He stepped down and they shut the door, then he turned to gaze at the building. He adjusted his clothing and began to walk towards the entrance with his men following behind him.
The security guards at the door proceeded to approach him and check him out, but when they realized who he was, they immediately came to a halt and swallowed hard. His fierce eyes glared deadly at them and they stepped back, creating a distance from him.
The glass door pushed open on detecting his presence, and he walked in, followed by his bodyguards. The moment he stepped in, both the workers and purchasers that were within the company turned to stare at him. Their eyes fluttered, and they began to whisper to each other. What could he be doing there? This was totally unexpected.
Mr. Adolpho ignored their gazes and majestically walked towards the escalator, which took him up to the second floor. As though he knew that the owner of the company must be aware that he was there, he halted and stared out into the unknown, patiently waiting for him to come to see him.
A few seconds later, just like he predicted, a young man of thirty, with blonde hair and white skin, elegantly strolled towards him with his men following behind him. The young man halted in front of him and a smile made its way to his pink lips. "It's a surprise to see you in my company, Mr. Adolpho."
Mr. Adolpho smirked at him and slightly nodded his head with an unconcerned look on his face."I can imagine."
"Richard." The young man outstretched his hands to him for a handshake.
"Nice to meet you, Richard." He smiled and exchanged a handshake with him.
"Shall we?" Richard gestured towards his office and he nodded.
They walked together to the office and entered, closing the door behind them.
Richard took a seat at his table and motioned for him to take a seat on the chair opposite him. Mr. Adolpho smiled and took his seat, then crossed his legs.
"So what brings you to my company? Do you want to invest or-"
Mr. Adolpho chuckled at his words and shook his head. "No... I am here for another reason."
"Oh..." Richard nodded his head and interlocked his hands. "What might it be?"
"It's concerning Janet." Mr. Adolpho smiled as he said, and Richard blinked his eyes. "Who?" He asked, as though confused.
"Mr. Fynn's daughter." Mr. Adolpho took a deep breath and folded his hands.
"Oh, that hottie. What about her?" A lascivious smile made its way to Richard's lips, and he raised his right eyebrow.
"Can you break off the engagement between the both of you?"
Richard's face crumpled instantly, and he drew his head back in disbelief. He cackled softly and slightly shook his head at Mr. Adolpho. "And why exactly should I do that?" He asked in a tone that held a bit of amusement. He wasn't the kind of man that could be intimidated by those above him. Not at all!
A vicious grin made its way to Mr. Adoloho's lips, and he uncrossed his legs. "I love her and she will be with me, so it will be better if we settle things peacefully and avoid the public."
Richard unexpectedly broke into laughter on hearing his words and shook his head in utter disdain. "And you think, 'I don't love her.'"
Mr. Adolpho shut his eyes and took a deep breath to calm himself down. He opened his eyes and stood up from the chair, then allowed a smile to appear on his face. "I believe I don't need to speak anymore. I'm sure you're not a foolish man. You have a week to cancel the engagement peacefully." He laughed softly, and without bothering to elaborate more, he turned around and walked out of the office, then proceeded to make his way downstairs with his men following behind him.
They got downstairs, and with one of his hands shoved into his pocket, he made his way out of the company, not upset about the stupid stares they were giving him.
His bodyguards pulled the door open for him, and he stepped into the car. They got into their seats in the driver's chair and swiftly drive out of the compound and onto the road.
"I believe you know what to do." Mr. Adolpho said this with his eyes fixed on his phone, and the driver nodded at him. "Yes, master."
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Richard chuckled softly and shook his head. "He's quite a dangerous man."
[Be cautious; he is far more dangerous and malicious than you realize. I will have my men give you protection till all this is over.]
"Thank you, Mrs. Avalanzo. I believe I made the right choice by helping you out." Richard smiled, unconcerned about Mr. Adolpho.
[What do you think?]
"Well, as a wise person, I tend to choose the side that will benefit me. Just getting into your favor is already a huge advantage for me." Richard twirled on his chair with a wide smile evident on his face.
[We'll talk again, Mr. Richard.] With that being said, the voice on the other side of the phone hung up the call.
Richard brought his phone down and glanced at the screen.. A mischievous smile made its way to his lips, and he inhaled, then exhaled deeply.