She Took The House The Car And My Heart

Chapter 405:

“Mr. Shaw,” Gerard ventured cautiously, his heart racing, “what did you talk with Ms. Briggs about earlier? Do you need me to strengthen your security? Should I bring in the bodyguards?”

Kristian waved him off. “That’s unnecessary.”

Gerard dared not ask any more questions. If Kristian wasn’t answering, then there was nothing more to be said.

“Keep an eye on the office. I’m heading out.”

Kristian’s thoughts still felt scrambled. Something about the situation didn’t add up. Why would Freya discuss those things with Ashley? And why had Ashley shown up in Alerith?

Suddenly, he stopped mid-step, his thoughts coming to a halt. Gerard, torn between curiosity and fear, asked hesitantly, “Anything else you’d like me to handle, sir?”

“Invite Ashley to my office,” Kristian ordered, his voice cold as he recalled their previous encounter. “Tell her I need to speak with her.”

He needed answers, and he wouldn’t

Gerard nodded quickly. “Understood.”

phone and car keys, he headed for the elevator. But as he reached the entrance to his office, he

posture told him everything—she had been waiting for

She wasn’t the same as before. Her gaze lacked the longing he had seen so many times. Instead, it

to discuss something with you. Are you available?” she

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He simply gestured for someone

hadn’t forgotten Freya’s call—Ashley wanted him

After reviewing and signing all the documents Melvin had given her, she opened her laptop

no matter how thoroughly she looked, she couldn’t find any connection

about to call Kristian to probe further, a sudden thought stopped her. She remembered

to remind Ashley not to say

she called Ashley, the response she received was far from reassuring. Ashley’s