2026-07-29 02:47:48The Chief receptionist staggered backward three steps like someone under the intoxicating influence of alcohol, her back slammed against the counter with a sharp crack, a sharp cry of pain escaping from her lips.
Gasps rippled through the lobby collectively. Jaws dropped in shock, the clients were not comprehending what was happening at the moment. The receptionist forced herself back to her feet. Her cheek burned with the marks of fingerprints. She looked at Mrs. Carrington with eyes wide in disbelief and confusion, ignoring the pain twitching her sore cheek. "Mrs. Carrington..." Her voice cracked, laced firmlywith determination to see Mrs. Carrington return the slap to Kade. "..this man..he is the one who deserves the slap.. you're misunderstanding the situation here. He just waltz in here and insulted your your name.." Mrs. Carrington turned away from her without interest, the reaction made the Chief receptionist stop talking, watching with wide eyes as Mrs. Carrington walked up to meet Kade. Her cheek flushed with from pain and embarrassment. Mrs. Carrington's angry expression softened the moment she stood before Kade, the hostility towards the Receptionist vanished from her face, replaced with an apologetic expression. The lobby noises reduced in volume, everyone concentrated on the sudden palpable transformation on the Elena Carrington's face with a confused mix of shock. Mrs. Carrington pressed her palm together in front, her body lowered slightly, a respectful stance that made rippled soft gasps through the air. "Mr. Kade please, I apologize for not handling things properly to welcome you. It is a disrespect to have anyone speak to you rudely, least of all, a common receptionist." "I am disappointed, Mrs. Carrington." Kade said, "is this the kind of people you employ at your business? They insult people just because their appearance doesn't align with their personal standard." Kade wasn't angry. He was simply disappointed. Mrs. Carrington's expression dropped, panic crossing her face as though Kade's simple statement was devastating than any casualty. The air shifted now, the lobby was whispered in confusion. The chief receptionist froze behind watching the entire thing a cheek burning in embarrassment, anger and confusion. Right in front of everyone, Mrs. Carrington's knee buckled, her next action was obvious— she was going to knee until Kade caught her arm pulling up gently. A collective louder gasps echoed across the room, but Mrs. Carrington didn't bother, she didn't glance at anyone except she concentrated her focus to appease Kade. The chief receptionist shook her head, her confusion dreepened, she was unable to bear what was happening before her. She bolted forward before her body could warn her. She slapped Kade's hand away from Mrs. Carrington's. "Get your Filthy hands off Mrs.Carrington!" She hissed and turned to Mrs. Carrington fast. A hotter slap tore on her cheek before she could speak. "Are you crazy?! You insulted my important guest because you're unprofessional and you are so daft you couldn't make a simple call to confirm his appointment with me!" Mrs. Carrington's voice was over the roof. The receptionist stumebled backward, her cheek burning with embarrassment and pain. Her eyes stung with tears that didn't fall yet. The understanding settled on her like glass shattering on flesh. She blinked once and twice as understanding Settled inside like poison. Her knee gave out to the floor with a sharp crack. She crawled to Mrs. Carrington's feet. Tears spilled down her eyes fast. "I never knew..I never knew he was the important guest you talked about.. please forgive me.. forgive me, ma.." The apology tumbled from her mouth through tears. The entire lobby laughing while she insulted Kade earlier her gone quiet on her. They were reeling in their own shock, murmuring buzzing under breaths. "It wasn't me you offended," Mrs. Carrington casted a cold disdainful glance on her. "Apologize to Mr. Kade right now!" She crawled to Kade's feet like an insect. Her uniform which was earlier smooth, and gave her the aura of authority was wrinkled, her face was an absolute mess of pain, snot, and tears, her pride reduced to nothing at the feet of the man she looked down upon. She clapped her palm in front, pouring out apology with trembling voice. Kade looked at her with in neutral indifferent. "You set the stake yourself," he said, "so you have to resign. This will be a lesson to you never to look down on just because they didn't wear designers." Kade pulled away from her. The receptionist shoulder slumped. She crawled after Kade desperately. "Mr. Crowe please...it won't happen again. Please forgive me.." "Don't push it." Mrs. Carrington glared at her. "I could have done something worse to punish you. Like have you blacklisted from getting employment from any company in the city. Now get up and pack your things and get out of this place before I ask the Securities to remove you." The receptionist's heart fell heavily she heard the sound rippled through her ear. Her face went white in horror. She just lost her job because of pride, because she was acted unprofessional, refusing to simply confirm Kade's appointment, but rather chosing to humiliate him because of his simple appearance. She regretted it. "No..Mrs. Carrington..Mr. Kade.. please..." Kade and Mrs. Carrington disappeared into the elevator, murmuring buzzing behind them in the lobby. "Damn! He's not a nobody." One man's gaze lingered on Kade receding figure in shock. "Who is he?" Another muttered. "Mrs. Carrington doesn't just walk with anyone. She just called him the important guest! That man must be an elite disguised chosing to disguise with a simple outfit." One security tore her the receptionist badge, glaring at her coldly. "You heard the Boss. Get up or we'll drag you out."
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Chapter 24: Thompson Damon
The underground auction erupted into a thunderous uproar that made Sophia shake with fear."$100,000!!!!" Someone raised his bidding pad."$500,000!!!" Another person beat Down his prize."$1 million!!!" Another person screamed.It was a battle of money as the men treated Sophia like a common commodity.This wasn't how she intended her day would go after all the plans that was made the previous night. He silently wished Kane understood her call earlier and came to her rescue but despite the thought, she was hopeless."$5 million!!" A short bald man with a heavy belly raised his pad. The room silenced. This man is Thomson Damon, a twisted billionaire with a sick affection for women who can give him a little fight. He's a misogynistic sadist. A man who derives pleasure by inflicting pains on women.Not only was he rich, he is also feared because Thompson is the leader of a criminal organization. "$5 million? Anyone else willing to go higher?"The hall was dead silent. No one spoke.
Chapter 23: THE UNDERGROUND AUCTION
"Where are we?" Sophia's voice cracked on the question."I heard two men talking earlier..it's the largest underground auction." The girl beside her responded with a trembling voice.Sophia's eyes widened in horror."Underground auction?" She repeated, her voice was barely a whisper like the response alone was enough to make her understand that she was in a grave danger. She lost her memory, and now she was about to be sold off to some stranger like a mere object.Her survival instinct kicked in immediately. She patted her pocket frantically, searching for her phone. It was gone. Her stomach sank."They took my phone." "They took everyone's phone. They will probably sell it to illegal dealers." That was the new phone Kade purchased for her the previous day. "I have a phone with me..but I can't remember any number to call. My head is empty." A small voice came from the corner of the room, but Audible. It was a young girl with an acute stress reaction, probably mid twenties. She pr
Chapter 22: DEN OF UNKNOWN
A cold metal pressed against her neck.Sophia flinched, trembling on the leather seat."Don't shout," A deep masculine voice rumbled at the back seat, "or I'll slit your throat." "What...what is going on..." Her voice cracked with fear. She glanced at the front mirror and saw the man. Bald head, broad shouldered, tattoo covered all over his neck to his arms and probably all over his body. Maybe his dick too. Sophia's voice Hammered with fear. "Please.. don't kill me." The driver didn't even look back. He was definitely an accomplice."Drive!"The tattooed man commanded, still pressing the blade to her neck.The taxi moved immediately.Snap!He twisted Sophia's neck with one swift move like he'd done this before. Sophia's lost consciousness and her body slumped to the seat.After about an hour, Sophia woke up with a splitting head to find herself in a dim room, the wall was rocky jagged, guarded with grille wrought iron gate that made it look like a prison. She sat up. Her suit was
Chapter 21: THE GOURMET OF PARIS
The next morning, Sophia was up from the bed, standing in front of a mirror that reflected her silhouette, adjusting the collar of a black suit that fitted her perfectly. Attractive, yet modest.Satisfied with her look, she walked to the bed and sat at the edge. She bent slightly, sliding a black heels into her feets. Lastly, she grabbed her clutch on the bed and clicked back to the mirror, making sure everything was perfect.She stepped out of her room to the main room."You're all prepared." Kade stepped out in a plain shirt. He observed her dressing for a few seconds and nodded gently. "Presentable." "Thank you." Sophia smiled lightly."The room service brought in breakfast." He stepped forward, passing beside her to the dinning room."What's that?" Sophia clicked Behind him."I asked them to prepare something good." He simply said, standing at the table where silver trays spread across with expensive wines and juices. He open one lid. The trapped aroma and steam hit his face. Kad
Chapter 20: THE PLAN TO TAKE IT ALL
Kade and Sophia returned back to the hotel with the shopping bag spilled behind them on the bed. Suits, pants, and other kinds of clothes that would make the task ahead goes smoothly.They both stood at a table at the centre of the room, bright light cast on freshly printed documents that contained the operational blueprint of the Mercer headquarters.Kade pointed at one. "Mercer headquarters has nine major departments." He said, his voice sharp. "It won't be easy to get all information from the department. You infiltrate, then you use the charismatic charm on them. Only then can you make alliance." He said.Sophia nodded in understanding."So, you'll be working here." He circled one department on the sheet."Finance department." Sophia said Sharply, looking at him."Yes. The finance is the powerhouse of any organization. Every operation, every deal, every exchange, and every investment Mercer are making, even the lists of their shareholders, you'll get to have the information." Soph
Chapter 19: ARROGANT PUNK
Sophia's fingers closed hard, nails digging crescent into her palm, searching for blood.Only one thought consumed her mind at the moment.Revenge.Her eyes darkened, her jaw set in determination."I will get back everything they took away from me and I'll make them pay. All of them." She walked closer to Kade who seated calmly , leaning his back against the chair in relaxed posture."I need your help." She said, almost persuading. "We have the same goal now. Revenge. Let's work together." Kade chuckled, sitting straighter and looking at her."And what makes you think I can help you?" "Because you're capable." She said confidently. Kade raised a brow, clueless about her statement. "You rescued me from that accident that night when no one could help me. You're capable." "That's assumption." Kade said."It's fact." She retorted quickly."You're going to a war with no memories. That's suicide. Even I'll help you, it's a blind war." He exhaled sharply. "The Mercer family you knew when
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