The General Manager seemed to empathize with Jess’s overwhelmed state and chuckled warmly before speaking. "You’ve performed admirably. The CEO ns to send you additional rewards for your actions. Tomorrow, make sure to show your gratitude to the CEO by excelling even further in your duties," he advised, then added, "Also, ensure that the bastard responsible for the incident is escorted out of the store, as he’s already terminated. Since I’ve conveyed everything, I’ll conclude the call. I’ll send your promotion contract to your email for your review and electronic signature, ensuring your pay increase." With those final instructions, the General Manager ended the call.
Observing from the sidelines, Minerva sensed a shift in the atmosphere, recognizing that something had gone awry and it wasn’t in their favor. While unaware of the specifics of the call, a knot formed in her stomach, prompting her to swiftly text her brother, urging him to take immediate action.
Rafael felt a surge of headacheing on, prompting him to pinch the bridge of his nose before dialing the number of the car dealership’s general manager. His call was promptly answered after the second ring.
"Hello, Young Master Briley! How can I assist you today?" The General Manager’s enthusiastic voice resonated through the phone.
"Hello. My sister is currently at the store and appears to be experiencing some trouble. I’m reaching out to seek assistance. It seems that the car she was interested in has been taken forcibly by someone else," Rafael exined.
"Oh! I apologize for the oversight, Young Master Briley. I’ll rectify this mistake immediately. Could you please provide me with details regarding the car she’s referring to?" The General Manager responded humbly.
"She mentioned it’s a Bugatti Chiron in mint green. She was ready to drive it out when someone intervened," Rafael ryed. Despite his seemingly humble words, his voice and tone carried authority. He wasn’t merely requesting assistance; he wasmanding it.
Taken aback, the General Manager wiped the sweat forming on his forehead. ’So, it seems Young Master Briley’s sister is the one attempting to acquire the CEO’s niece’s car. What an unexpected turn of events!’
After regaining hisposure, he responded respectfully to Rafael. "I apologize once again, Young Master Briley, but there’s currently a situation that prevents me from assisting you with this matter."
Rafael’s brows furrowed. "Go on," he said, his voice taking on a colder tone.
"The reality is, that car was intended as a gift from our CEO to his niece. While we can certainly assist with cing an order, that specific car was meticulously prepared by our CEO himself. I trust you understand the situation," the General Manager exined.
"Niece? I can’t say I’ve ever met CEO Jackson’s niece," Rafael remarked, a hint of skepticism in his voice.
"That’s understandable, Young Master Briley. She’s recently returned after exploring life outside, and the car was intended as a weing gesture from our CEO." The General Manager respectfully exined, hoping Rafael wouldprehend and acquiesce.
"Understood. I’ll handle my sister," Rafael dered before ending the call. The General Manager felt as though he had aged several years due to the day’s events.
After piecing together the entirety of the situation, considering everything he had heard, and revisiting the messages from Minerva, he couldn’t help but feel a surge of anger. His sister was evidently stirring up yet another problem outside, all while the recent one remained unresolved.
Rafael then sent a text to his sister. "Do not covet what does not belong to you. It seems you still haven’t learned your lessons. Hmm?!"
When Minerva’s phone buzzed, she eagerly checked the text from her brother, anticipating the usual "Done" message he typically sent when handling her affairs. However, she was taken aback to find herself being reprimanded instead. Her eyes red with anger as she shot a nce over to Hera. <i>’It must be because of her again!’</i> she seethed inwardly.
Her deduction seemed even more credible now; Hera must have truly seduced her brother. She couldn’tprehend how he had discovered Hera’s involvement and her friend. Indignant, she grabbed Alexi’s arm, determined to leave and confront her brother about the matter. However, consumed with thoughts of Athena and the others, she failed to notice that Alexi’s gaze remained fixed on Hera’s face, his eyes still lingering on her with the gaze of a smitten fool.
Minerva was infuriated witnessing her boyfriend’s lingering attachment to his ex. Her anger surged to a boiling point, and she directed all her hatred towards the silent Hera, despite herck of involvement in the situation. Minerva’s animosity towards Hera had escted to a level of deep-seated hostility, with no sign of abating.
<i>’Very well, Hera! You truly are great!’</i> Minerva seethed inwardly. She now believed that coexisting with Hera was impossible—either she or Hera had to be eliminated, and Minerva was adamant that it should be Hera. With one final disdainful nce at Hera, Minerva stormed out, forcefully dragging Alexi along with her.