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.”

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

Gerard nodded quickly. “Understood.”

he headed for the elevator. But as

had been waiting

her presence. She wasn’t the same as before. Her gaze lacked the longing he had seen

with

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He simply gestured

Freya’s

had arrived at the office of Anita International. After reviewing and signing all the documents Melvin had

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

call Kristian to probe further, a sudden thought stopped

remind Ashley not to say anything to

was far from reassuring.