Chapter 60
Walking out of the restaurant, Isabel Clysle glanced at Alex Galvez, who was grinning at his phone like a fool.
“Alex, do you like that girl?” Babel asked.
“Yeah, I do”
“Well, if you like her, then put in effort. Treat her well. That’s how you win a girl’s heart, got it?”
Yes, I know. Why don’t you help me!!
Tubel was speechless.
“Alex, pursuing a girl is something you have to do yourself!”
“Isabel! Hannah! Alex!” It was Blake Vales.
“Oh! Blake, what brings you here? Hannah asked curiously…
Just passing by. Let me give you a ride home.” Blake offered.
Hannah saw through his intentions immediately. His eyes were glued to Isabel the whole time.
“It’s okay. Paul had the chauffeur drive us here. We’ve got a car. You should stay and have a date with Isabel instead, Hannah said with a knowing prin
“Mom“” label shot a glance at Hannah..
“Isabel, take your time coming home. We’ll head off now, Hannah said, pulling Alex away in a hurry.
Isabel stood frozen.
When had her usually straightforward mom become so cunning!
“Isabel, are you upset to see me?” Blake asked, stepping closer.
“No, but you’ve been talking way too much lately,” Isabel replied, feeling a headache coming on
“Well, you don’t talk much, and I talk a lot. That balances us out, don’t you think?” he said with a cheeky smile.
Isabel rolled her eyes at him.
“By the way, how did Alex’s blind date go” Blake asked, clearly looking for an excuse to keep chatting
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“That girl was great. They’re a good match. Whether it works out, though, who knows?”
“We’re a good match, too,”
Habel looked at him, utterly speechless, thinking, “How did he even make t that connection”
Looking at her exasperated expression, Blake grinned and said. “Tomorrow, I’m officially returning to Yates Corporation, Why don’t you come home with me for dinner tomorrow night?”
“What? Met Go to your house?” Tubel was
“Yep. My family wants to meet you. After all, you’re my fiancée”
“I’m not going?” Jubel refused without besitation. She had zero interest in meeting Blake’s family.
“You have to”
“Are you forcing mer
Taking her hands in, Blake said softly. “Sweetheart, I’m not forcing you. But, let’s face it. It’s not something you can avoid forever. I believe they will like you
*And don’t forget, you saved my life. So you have to be responsible for me. If you won’t come, then send me back to that run–down shack and let
me not there!”
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anyone as unreasonable as him.
“You.” Isabel was at a loss for words. She had never met anyone as
“You can’t bear to, can you? Since you care so much, why not do me this little favor?” Blake added with a mischievous wink.
Isabel sighed in defeat. How did I end up tangled with this guy? She thought,
The next day.
Blake Yates officially returned to Yates Corporation.
Dressed in a custom–tailored suit, his sharp features were as cold acever, and he walked in with an air of authority.
A few assistants trailed behind him, adding to his commanding prevence.
The entire company was in shock
Rumor had it that Blake Yates, who had disappeared for two years, was back!
And looking as handsome as ever
When he was in the office before, countless people at the company admired him.
Suddenly, a jannor carrying a bucket accidentally slipped and fell right in front of Blake.
Everyone held their breath
Blake had a reputation for being ruthless. People admired him, but they also feared him.
Once, an employee spilled coffee on him and was fired on the spot
He showed no mercy
He was notoriously strict
After his injury, some secretly gloated, thinking it was karma.
Now, everyone assumed the janitor was doomed.
A manager nearby barked, “Where’s the maintenance team? How could they let this happen!”
The maintenance supervisor rushed over, panic written all over his face.
He feared for his job, knowing Hlake’s strict style.
He would not tolerate even the smallest mistake.
But before he could speak. Blake beat down and helped the janitor to her feet.
“Are you alright, ma’am?” he asked gently.
Ti fior. Fru fine! I’m so sorry. Mr. Blake. It wasn’t on purpose!” the janitor staminnered, bowing repeatedly
“Is alright. Just be careful next time. Don’t hurt yoursell, he said with a reassuring smile.
Turning to the supervisor, he added, “Get this cleaned up. Someone else might slap”
“Yes, Mr Blake Right away! The supervisor wiped the sweat from his brow
What a close call!
For a moment, he was certain he would lose his job.
Everyone was stunned.
Thinking, was this the same Mr. Make as before!
He looked a lot different and seemed human IHM,
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Blake then stepped into his long–lost office.
It was just as he had left, though now he was the vice president, not the CEO.
“Welcome back, Mr. Blake, said Richard, his assistant.
Blake glanced at Richard. “Thank you for staying with my father for the past two years.
“It was my pleasure, Mr. Blake”
“Let me guess, he sent you h
here to spy on me, right?”
“Yes, Mr. Yates asked me to keep a close eye on you?”
Blake sneered. It seemed that his father still did not trust him, always needing control over everything
Little did the old man know that Richard had been loyal to Blake all along
“Well, if he wants result, I’ll show him. This vice president role is just a test. He wants to see if I’ve still got it after two years away,” Blake said, his voice steady
After all, it had been two years. People were bound to question whether his abilities were still as sharp as before.
“Give me an overview of the company’s situation over the last two years”
Richard began his report. “In your absence, the company hasn’t made significant progress. Timothy has been eyeing the CEO position but hasn’t succeeded despite his efforts. “However, he’s built a network of loyalties in key departments like finance, sales and procurement.
“Don’t worry. That fool of Timothy has never been a threat. Schedule a quick meeting with all the heads of departments, Blake instructed.
“Yes, Mr. Blake”
After the meeting, Blake stayed busy well into the afternoon
There was a lot to get familiar with now that he was back at the company.
Still, he hadn’t forgotten that tonight, he needed to take Isabel back home.
The Yates family had specifically asked to meet his fiancée.
“Pull over for a moment,” Blake told Richard as they were driving to the University of Ardenfall
“Mr. Blake, what do you need?” Richard asked.
*I’m buying some flowers.”
“I can buy for you, Mr. Blake. You can wait in the car.
“No, I’ll pick them out myself”
Richard pulled over and Blake stepped out, heading into a nearby florist.
A few moments later, he emerged with a bouquet, happy smile spreading across his face.
was stunned
Richard was su
Although he had worked for Thomas Yates in the past, he knew Blake very well.
He had always been cold, calculating.
Now,
and utterly ruthless.
tely different
