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.”

couldn’t understand why Ashley had kidnapped Freya. He needed answers, and he wouldn’t rest

Gerard nodded quickly. “Understood.”

keys, he headed for the elevator. But as he reached the entrance to his office, he unexpectedly ran

waiting for him. “Kristian,” she

same as before. Her gaze lacked the longing he had seen so many

with you. Are you

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answer. He simply gestured for someone to escort her

hadn’t forgotten Freya’s call—Ashley wanted

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

couldn’t find any connection between

Kristian to probe further, a sudden thought stopped

she decided to remind Ashley not to say anything

she received was far from reassuring. Ashley’s voice was layered