The Rise of Dragon Temple By Wu Xia

Chapter 53

Chapter 53

The next day at 8:30 a.m., Paige was about to leave for work. That was when Yahir called and told her to go to the Mooney family’s old house instead of the company. She agreed. “What’s wrong? Are you not going to work today?” holding Chloe in his arms, Joseph asked Paige with a smile.

To that, Paige nodded. “Yes. Dad called and said that my cousin, Maxton, came back last night. It seems like he was promoted too. So, our family won’t be working today to hold a welcome feast for him at home. Dad didn’t ask you to go. I’m sorry, but I am sure that Grandpa has begun to accept you, and I promise it won’t be long before the whole family accepts you…” Actually, Joseph didn’t care if the Mooneys accepted him or not. If it wasn’t for fear that Paige would be sad, a mere family like them wouldn’t even qualify to talk to him. (This novel will be daily updtaed at www.noveljar.com)Besides, he wasn’t interested in those snobbish people. Thus, he nodded and replied, “It’s okay. I didn’t want to go either. I’ll see you off…” With Chloe in his arms, Joseph accompanied Paige downstairs. After that, he said to Chloe, “Chloe, Mommy is tired these days. Shall we cheer for her?” Blinking her big beautiful eyes, Chloe waved her small fists and cheered in a childish voice, “Go for it, Mommy! You are the best and the most beautiful! Hee, hee! We will be waiting for you at home…” Realizing how sensible and lovely her daughter was, Paige couldn’t help kissing Chloe’s face. Then, she saw Joseph looking at her with burning and expectant eyes, and a blush immediately crept up her face. “You shouldn’t be biased, you know?” Joseph jested. With that, Paige’s face became even redder. In silence, she bit her lip and lowered her head. Looking at her reaction, Joseph was about to crack another joke when she suddenly tiptoed and kissed his face. It was a quick kiss, and before he could respond, she jumped into the car and drove away… On the spot, Joseph was stupefied. He was only joking with her just now, but unexpectedly, she kissed him. Although her kiss was more to a peck, it still filled his heart with happiness and joy. “Aw! Daddy’s shy! No, no, no. I am too young for this. I can’t look…” Chloe quickly covered her eyes with her tender, fair hands. Nevertheless, she still peeped at Joseph’s face through her fingers. “Paige, you’re making me more and more reluctant to let you go to work.” Joseph couldn’t help but touch the spot where Paige had just kissed, and his heart  fluttered.

Perhaps, this was how happiness and sweetness felt.

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and Tommy were all sitting at the main table with  him. As for Paige’s family, the Mooneys definitely wouldn’t arrange for them to sit at the main table. Therefore, they were sitting at another table behind. Following that, Leonard raised his glass and greeted all the guests, “Thank you for coming to our banquet. Cheers!” Although he was nearly 70 years old, and his hair was white, his face was glowing. When Leonard finished his words, all the guests raised their glasses with a smile. Instantaneously, the atmosphere became enthusiastic. After toasting with Maxton, Leonard, Dominic, and Tommy went to other tables to toast with the guests while Maxton stayed in his seat. Halfway through the banquet, Maxton coughed and signaled Leonard with his eyes. As Leonard understood, he responded with a nod. A hint of complexity appeared in his eyes, but soon it was gone. Then, he went up the stage and gestured the guests to quiet down. After that, he smiled, “Well, I have another good news for everyone. In recent years, our business has been flourishing. Of course, this isn’t my hard work, but the younger generation’s. So, since everyone is here today, I am happy to announce that our family has decided to nominate a vice president to assist me with the company. Hopefully, all of you will support our decision. Haha…” Once he finished, all the guests applauded. Some of them even asked anxiously, “Come on, Mr. Mooney! Please don’t leave us hanging.(This novel will be daily

guests who knew the Mooney family’s affairs at the tip of their fingers sat back to enjoy this drama. In fact, quite a number of them signed with Paige a few days ago, and they were currently frowning with confusion. Facing Estella and Yahir’s questions, Leonard was somewhat awkward. Nevertheless, he quickly responded to the two, “Well, this matter is a little complicated. I’ll explain to you after the banquet!” “Haha! After the banquet? I want it now! You set the rules, so how can you break your promise? Don’t you know how hard Paige worked to win these projects? How could you give everything to Lily?! Tell me! How could you!?” Estella went ballistic. When she stepped into this house, she was already pissed off, but now she was

and a sense of fear rose within her. Staying in his seat, Maxton continued, “I am the one who made the decision. If you are dissatisfied, you can come to me after the banquet…”

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of your life…” Upon hearing that, Paige pulled Yahir and Estella to sit down. Following that, she looked up at Lily with teary eyes and raged, “That’s so great of you! Since you want to be the vice president so badly, then take it! I’ll resign! You heard that! I’ll leave the company!” After that, she pulled Yahir and Estella and was about to leave. At this moment, she finally realized that the Mooneys didn’t welcome her. In that case, why would she stay? Yahir, Estella, and Serena had no intention to stay here either, so they got up and followed Paige. Nonetheless, Lily refused to let Paige go by standing in front of her.(This novel will be daily updtaed at www.noveljar.com) “Do you think you can come and go as you please? But, fret not, there’s a way for you to leave. I have informed Mr. Marsh of Gempoint Group and Mr. Lane of Mysticorps Group. Make it clear to them before you go. Otherwise, don’t even think of taking a step out here!” Gritting her teeth with anger, Paige looked at Lily with red eyes and snapped, “Dream on! If you are capable, talk to them by yourself. Apart from knowing how to scheme, what else can you do? Others might not know how you become the vice president,

The next moment, she glared at him and sobbed, “Fine! It’s all my fault! I humiliated the family! So, from now on, I am no longer a part of the Mooneys! Since the media is also here, all of you shall be the witness. From today onward, I will sever ties with this family and have nothing to do with them!” Upon finishing her words, she walked out, but Lily yelled behind her, “Don’t forget Gempoint Group and Mysticorps Group’s contract!” Grievances overtook Paige, and her body was trembling violently. When she heard Lily’s words, she paused, gnashed her teeth, and rasped, “Fine! Take it! I will personally amend the contract later!” After that, she immediately walked out. Serena went after her with a pale face, so as Yahir and Estella. Right now, they couldn’t be bothered to care about anything else other than Paige’s feelings. As soon as Paige and the others reached the gate, a cacophony of laughter

word. You should quickly go up…” “Okay. Help me to take care of Chloe and take her to the park…” Joseph handed  Chloe to Serena before he rushed upstairs. On the other hand, Chloe was sensible enough to follow Serena without asking anything. When Joseph entered the house, Estella was pointing at Yahir and chiding him with watery eyes, “You piece of trash! He slapped your daughter, and yet you didn’t even dare to say anything! Are you even a man?!” “Calm down, Mom. Where is Paige?” Joseph forcefully suppressed the surging anger in his heart and asked Estella. Immediately, Estella’s tears rolled down her cheeks. With trembling fingers, she pointed at the bedroom and sobbed, “In the room. Please console her. You…” “Don’t worry. Leave it to me…” Joseph nodded and walked to the bedroom door. Although Paige locked the door from the inside, he managed to push it open with only a little force. Following that, he saw Paige curled up on the bed with her head deeply buried in her knees. Feeling heartbroken, Joseph uttered, “Paige, it’s me…” Paige ignored Joseph, and her body was still twitching. Yes, she was

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