Richest Mogul

Restless and frustrated, Joe lit a cigarette. A few drags didn’t ease his agitation.

He glanced at his chat with Skylar on his phone. Was she truly happy living at Pearlhall Residence? She had yet to send a single message or call him. He took a few more drags and dialed her number. However, it wasn’t Skylar who took his call,

“Hello, this is Caleb Gardner, Skylar’s assistant,” Caleb said, surprised to see “Partner” displayed on the caller ID.

Caleb pondered whether Skylar was engaged in a business venture with someone.

My Joe insured hea voice laced with suspicion

Joe’s voice, a deep, menacing rumble, sent a jolt of terror through the phone and straight down Caleb’s

ne, leaving him trembling

Yes, I’m Skylar’s assistant. She’s currently unavailable and can’t take your call. Please let me know if I can help you with anything. ITI pass the message along”

expression hardened as he listened to Caleb’s voice. He bristled at the thought of a male assistant,

she’s free,” Joe said curtly

could that have been? Despite the icy tone, the caller seemed close

who was engrossed in work.

it?” Skylar asked.

called, Caleb said. “He said to have you call him back when you’re free. Are you

piqued Skylar’s curiosity about Joe’s reason for calling.

Caleb’s casual mention of “Partner” sent a jolt through her. Hadn’t she, on a whim, renamed Joe’s contact to “Partner“? She saw their relationship fitting that label. However, she hadn’t anticipated Joe calling while she

smiled. “That’s

man’s wife, a

was your husband,” Caleb said, attempting

in acknowledgment. She quickly finished her work and called Joe

now. Did

I

aback and unsure how