Chapter 117
The atmosphere in the room grew tense as Cliff started a commotion out of jealousy of his half-brother, who had now usurped his position at the company. Now he was determined to go berserk, wreaking havoc in his father’s office. Just as he was about to throw one of the flower vases on the table, his father grabbed his hand firmly.
“Cliff, I admit I was wrong to give Callum that position. But didn’t I explain to you earlier that I actually intended to trap him p>
“Still, I won’t believe it because I didn’t see Callum suffer because of what you did!” Cliff finally put the vase on the table.
“Even though everyone seems to respect him today, I still won’t let him get that position easily. Something is bound to happen to him soon p>
Cliff immediately took a seat on the sofa next to his father. “What are you actually planning p>
“I sent someone to trap him. Just shut up before my plan is ruined because of you p>
Cliff’s initially furious expression faded, but now a sly smile returned to his face. “Actually, I can’t wait to see what kind of trap you’ve set, that you look so impatient to see it fall p>
“What’s certain is that this problem is impossible for him to solve. Even you yourself won’t be able to solve it easily p>
Cliff rested his chin on his hands and crossed his legs. “I think I already know what evil plan you’ve hatched for Callum p>
“You’re wrong. This isn’t a malicious plan. It’s more likely for your own good. Do you want to regain your position p>
“Of course I want to. At first, I thought you would forget about me because I was involved in a scandal p>
Kevin laughed heartily, patting his son on the shoulder. “There’s no way I’d forget my own son. I’ll definitely give you back the position once everyone’s on your side again. If Callum gets into any major trouble, everyone will hate him p>
“But isn’t Callum your biological son too? Why do you hate him so much even though he often helps you solve problems p>
“Because every time I see his face, I’m always reminded of his deceased mother. Callum is just a child born of a mistake I made in the past p>
“No wonder Callum never liked you since he was little p>
“King’s Hotel is a company Callum founded himself to prevent him from joining us. Ultimately, he couldn’t survive on his own and now expects your position from me p>
Meanwhile, Edith and her twins are gathered at her boutique. However, this time, Edith has invited someone who can help her catch the criminal who caused the accident five years ago. A well-dressed man enters her office and greets her with a friendly smile.
“James, you finally came p>
James walked over to Edith, bowing his head and gazing at the twins playing. “I was so happy to hear the news that Callum had suddenly been appointed to the board of commissioners. He had been so stubborn about not accepting the position p>
“At first, he also openly told me that he wasn’t interested in the position at all. But in the end, he accepted it to take Cliff’s place p>
James sat on the sofa opposite the boutique owner. “By the way, why did you call me all of a sudden? Does Callum know what you’re doing right now p>
“Actually, Callum knows my plan, but he doesn’t know that I called you today p>
“I’m sure Callum will be mad at me for stealing you from him p>
Edith burst out laughing, patting the back of the sofa. “He’s so childish. But that’s what makes him so adorable p>
“By the way, what help do you want me to ask p>
In an instant, her expression turned serious. “Actually, I wanted to ask for your help in tracking down the perpetrator of the accident five years ago p>
“But, is it true that there hasn’t been a single trace left all this time p>
“I’m sure, because I’ve tried contacting various police stations, but no one has heard of the accident p>
James rested his chin on his hand. “No wonder Callum wasn’t afraid to reveal your accident at the press conference p>
“I just want this whole thing to end quickly. I don’t want to delay our wedding any longer p>
“Actually, I can’t promise 100% because it’s been a long time since I’ve done something like this secretly.” He snapped his fingers. “But don’t worry. Maybe I can ask a friend of mine who works at the police station for help p>
A wide smile finally spread across her beautiful face. “Really? Thank you, James p>
“Actually, I volunteered to help you and Callum, not because I wanted anything in return. But, I’ve been so sick of seeing Callum unable to get married for so long p>
“Does Callum often tell you about our relationship p>
“I’m so tired of hearing his complaints every day. He misses you all the time and hopes to see you again p>
“I thought so, he really can’t live happily without me p>
“That’s why, now I want to help you guys so that I can be invited to your wedding p>
Now Edith felt relieved that James was willing to help her find the truth behind the accident five years ago. She focused on finishing her work again until late at night while waiting for her beloved fiancé to pick her up. Working herself to the point of exhaustion, she almost fell off her desk, but Callum caught her quickly.
Callum rubbed his chest to calm his pounding heart, which always seemed to be racing as he watched his fiancée fall asleep, almost falling over. “Your bad habits are hard to break.” His lips landed deeply on his fiancée’s temple, he took off his suit and then covered her curvy body.
Finally, Edith awoke from her dream world and greeted her beloved fiancé with a sweet smile. “You’ve finally arrived p>
“Sorry, I didn’t expect today’s meeting to last until the evening p>
“By the way, have you had dinner p>
“That’s it. What about you and the kids? I feel even more guilty for letting you wait until I fall asleep p>