Pampered By Power: The True Heiress Returns

Chapter 126 Chapter 126 Zane was sitting in front of his computer, focused on a video conference. His forehead was creased with worry. “I remember this proposal has been changed several times; why are we still not getting the results we want? The company didn’t hire you just to sit there; if you don’t want to help–” Suddenly, a notification chimed in, and he picked up his phone. The man who had just been scolded lowered his eyes, waiting for Zane’s next words, his heart racing. ‘Is Mr. Hartley going to fire me? He braced himself for what he feared was coming, but the expected judgment never came, Overcome by curiosity, he discreetly looked up at the screen and was surprised to see Zane smiling. The normally serious CEO, who usually showed no emotions, was actually smiling. This was truly the most astonishing thing he had witnessed all year. His gaze shifted to the other participants, who wore expressions of confusion. They all wondered, ‘What is happening to our boss? Just moments ago, he looked worried, but now a quick glance at his phone has transformed him into someone oddly cheerful. ‘Is this a prank? Has he gone mad?‘ Before anyone could grasp the situation, Zane set his phone down, making everyone sit a bit straighter, anxious for what would come next. The man who had been reprimanded averted his eyes, bracing for Zane’s decree, The atmosphere returned to its serious state, as if nothing odd had occurred. Zane held back his smile, looking at the man with a softer tone, “Can you get me a good proposal in two days?” The man looked up at Zane, suddenly realizing that he still had his job. Noticing the man’s hesitation, Zane frowned. “Is it impossible? If it is, you don’t need to show up tomorrow.” The man quickly replied, “Mr. Hartley, I can do it.” Zane nodded. “This is your last chance. If you come back in two days with another bad proposal, congratulations–you’ll be fired.” “Don’t worry. Mr. Hartley, I will deliver.” “Don’t let me down.” Zane then addressed the rest of the group, “Today’s meeting is over; you can leave.” With that, he ended the call and grabbed his phone again, feeling a rush of happiness when he saw “Darling” on the screen. Few things made him happier than that. His fingers danced over the keyboard as he quickly typed a message: [Elysia, wait for me.] When Elysia saw the message, she was caught off guard, thinking he would wait until the next day. But he wanted to see her tonight. As the Maybach pulled up to the entrance of the Rosewood residence, Zane glanced up at the light glowing in the bedroom on the second floor. He pulled out his phone to call Elysia. After a few rings, she picked up. “Have you arrived?” “Yes, I’m downstairs.” Elysia peeked out the window from the second floor and, spotting the black Maybach, her eyes brightened. “Give me a moment.” She hung up, quickly put on a long coat, and took the gift box before rushing down the stairs. Once outside, she approached the Maybach, opened the passenger door, and took her seat, extending the gift box toward 1/3 Road Romance… Open 1000 Thu 13 Feb Chapter 196 him. “Please have a look.” Zane took the box, putting it straight into the back seat. “What’s the price?” 57% Elysia blinked in surprise. ‘Shouldn’t he look at it first before talking about money? He is here for the dress, right? Why did he put it aside without a second thought? “Aren’t you going to check it out?” she asked, pointing at the gift box in the back seat. “I trust you.” Elysia was taken aback. Zane didn’t know that Ada was me. Since the dress was made by Ada, he should be trusting her instead. What did he mean by saying that? Did he misspeak? Or, being as sharp as he is, has he already figured out that I am Ada?” She looked at Zane, saying, “Zane, are you sure you’re trusting the right person? It makes more sense to trust Ada; she is a well–known designer” Zane couldn’t help but smile. He had no idea about the real connection between Elysia and Ada, but he found it hard to believe their relationship was as simple as it seemed. He reached out, gently pushing his fingers through Elysia’s hair. No matter who Elysia was, she was still his girl. “Ada is your friend; trusting you means trusting her. Besides, with you in the middle, why should I worry? His voice had a caring tone, making Elysia meet his gaze. Elysia asked. “Why come so late to pick up the dress without taking a peek?” Zane’s eyes drifted to the box in the back seat. Who suggested that idea to her? I have come late just to see her; did she really think it was about the gown?” Zane said. “Elysia, why don’t you bring the dress to me tomorrow instead?” Elysia was confused. She already gave it to him. Zane lightly tapped her forehead. “You’re usually quite smart–what happened now? I’d rather no one think I came only for the dress; I came because I wanted to see you” He looked right at her. His deep eyes reflected her own, full of sincerity. Elysia felt her cheeks heat up her heart skipped a beat. Zane wanted to see her. So it wasn’t just about the dress, it was about her. She felt the warmth in the car rising. Her face was hot. She instinctively cupped her hands over her cheeks, hoping to cool them down. Seeing her blush, Zane couldn’t hold back his laughter. Feeling the weight of his amusement, Elysia playfully swatted at him. “Why are you laughing” Noticing her pouting lips, Zane tried to suppress his chuckles. “Elysia, what if I pick up the dress another day? You keep in tonight.” With this, he reached for the gift box in the back sea. “No,” she shot back, flinging open the door and stepping out of the car. She decided this was a well–deserved revenge for him teasing her. Watching Elysia stride away, Zame chuckled again, finding her spirited antics unerly charming 16:00 Thu, 13 Feb Chapter 126 him. “Please have a look.” Zane took the box, putting it straight into the back seat. “What’s the price?” 57% Elysia blinked in surprise. ‘Shouldn’t he look at it first before talking about money? He is here for the dress, right? Why did he put it aside without a second thought?‘ “Aren’t you going to check it out?” she asked, pointing at the gift box in the back seat. “I trust you.” Elysia was taken aback. ‘Zane didn’t know that Ada was me. Since the dress was made by Ada, he should be trusting her instead. What did he mean by saying that? Did he misspeak? ‘Or, being as sharp as he is, has he already figured out that I am Ada?‘ She looked at Zane, saying, “Zane, are you sure you’re trusting the right person? It makes more sense to trust Ada; she is a well–known designer.” Zane couldn’t help but smile. He had no idea about the real connection between Elysia and Ada, but he found it hard to believe their relationship was as simple as it seemed. He reached out, gently pushing his fingers through Elysia’s hair. No matter who Elysia was, she was still his girl. “Ada is your friend; trusting you means trusting her. Besides, with you in the middle, why should I worry?” His voice had a caring tone, making Elysia meet his gaze. Elysia asked, “Why come so late to pick up the dress without taking a peek?” Zane’s eyes drifted to the box in the back seat. ‘Who suggested that idea to her? I have come late just to see her; did she really think it was about the gown?‘ Zane said, “Elysia, why don’t you bring the dress to me tomorrow instead?” Elysia was confused. She already gave it to him. Zane lightly tapped her forehead. “You’re usually quite smart–what happened now? I’d rather no one think I came only for the dress; I came because I wanted to see you.” He looked right at her. His deep eyes reflected her own, full of sincerity. Elysia felt her cheeks heat up, her heart skipped a beat. Zane wanted to see her. So it wasn’t just about the dress; it was about her. She felt the warmth in the car rising. Her face was hot. She instinctively cupped her hands over her cheeks, hoping to cool them down. Seeing her blush, Zane couldn’t hold back his laughter. Feeling the weight of his amusement, Elysia playfully swatted at him. “Why are you laughing?” Noticing her pouting lips, Zane tried to suppress his chuckles. “Elysia, what if I pick up the dress another day? You keep it tonight.” With this, he reached for the gift box in the back seat. “No,” she shot back, flinging open the door and stepping out of the car. She decided this was a well–deserved revenge for him teasing her. Watching Elysia stride away, Zane chuckled again, finding her spirited antics utterly charming. Chapter 127