" It's her right?" The blonde guy said with golden eyes said. His name is Alvin and he is the right-hand man to the man in the middle. He is the voice, the shadow , ears and brains of the the group. While he was quiet and reserved, Seth wasn't.
Seth was another handsome specie. He was a blabbermouth , a carefree and easy going person. When he saw Ava he frowned , she looked small and fragile to him but very beautiful.
The guy seated in the middle seemed like the boss. He was dressed in a grey suit that complimented his eyes. He didn't respond to the question neither did he confirm it. He couldn't take his eyes off Ava for a second.
" Why didn't she attend the meeting then?" Seth asked.
"She doesn't need to." Alvin replied before looking at their boss.
" Nah... I don't think she's the one. She looks weak and nothing like the prophecy. Tch." Seth said . To him any woman that was the 'supposed bride' of his boos should be strong , brave, and smart not some weak girl that loves eating.
Immediately he said that the room temperature dropped. Noone said anything again. It seems those outside the room cold feel it because the entire place became quiet. The only sound was the slurping sound Ava made as she drank her smoothies. Ben and Rue also noticed it as they turned and glanced subtly at the other guests.
Inside the room, Alvin was glaring at Seth. He lack of control over his words had finally irritate the boss. Instead of talking out loud they communicated telepathically.
'You should learn to control your words.' Alvin said
' What did I do? ' Seth complained. ' I just gave my opinion. '
' Its not needed.' Alvin snapped. He really tired of dealing with this guy.
Their conversation stopped when they felt a piercing and intense glare coming from the other side. Their heads snapped up thinking it was their boss only to meet Ava's glare before she stood up and left with her entourage.
" Did you think she saw us?" Seth asked noone in particular. " It felt as though she could her us."
" I don't think so? " Alvin said with uncertainty. He turned to look at his boss who suddenly stood up and left without saying anything.
" What's going on? " Seth asked as he and Alvin exchanged glance before Alvin said. " I don't know but we should move." They both left the room in a hurry to catch up with their boss.
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Inside the Car .....
" Something was off about that place," Rue spoke up. " Especially the floor we were taken to." She said with a frown as she couldn't shake off the 'feeling of being watched' vibe that was in the room. She could swear that the temperature of the room suddenly dropped to a freezing state. Ben agreed with her silently. The car was silent as they drove to Ava's villa.
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Back at the restaurant ....
"Should I investigate her." Alvin asked. The man had been quiet ever since he saw Ava.
" Of course, do you need to be told?" Seth snorted as he glance at his boss before speaking. " Don't worry I'd keep my eyes on her and make sure no guy comes close to her. " Seth said not minding the warning look of Alvin. " Don't worry she is in good hands. " He said as he patted the shoulders of his boss. Alvin soul left his body when he saw what Seth did, he held his breath in fear of what would happen.
The man didn't even react as he nod his head before walking away. Alvin breathed in relief as he watched their boss walked away. He turned to look at Seth who was smiling like a fool wandering how he was still alive till now. He shook his head to claer clear his brain and focused on the task at hand.
As Alvin and Seth were digging about Ava, Rue was also looking for the information about the owner of the restaurant where they had their lunch. She had already dropped Ava and Ben at home then she came back to work. It didn't take longer before Mirror brought out the info.
" Here's the information about the owner. His name is Alvin Qinn, 29 years, single not interested in relationships . He is likely the owner of Qinn's empire. " Mirror gave her a brief summary about Alvin.
" He is likely the owner but not the owner, right?" Rue asked Mirror for confirmation. " Yes." Mirror answered. " Also someone is digging into Ava's past likely to be Mr Quinn's people. " Mirror said.
Rue dismissively waved her hands. " Send the information to the chairlady's phone and she will no what to do also send an email to all the BOD that the date of the launch-out won't be changed. " She said as she continued her work.
For the next few weeks , everything went smoothly. Today was the day of the launch-out and everyone was anxious expect Rue who took her time to get ready. They didn't know what to expect but were hopefully that everything will be alright. Rue was in her office going over the details of the program when Mirror interrupted. " Some group of people will try to cause trouble at the program. Should I get rid of them? "
" Who sent them ?" Rue asked with a frown. If anything wrong happens in this program , Ava would be upset.
"The Queen." Mirror replied . Rue sighed tiredly, why can't the woman leave alone. Always causing trouble one way or the other.
" Just get rid of them. Also if you find any suspicious activity take immediate action." Rue said.
The event was held at MRC'S art gallery which was one of the most popular and well-known tourist site. The hall was packed with people of different caliber. Influencial families came to make connections with other families and to also see if the chairlady was going to show up. There were rumors that she was in the company a few weeks ago so they hoped to see her again.
All executive directors and presidents of companies under MRC were present. It was the first time an event was held in MRC'S HQ. Most of them who haven't seen Ava or Rue attended in hopes of finding favor in their sight. They were still chatting when Elder Lee walked into the hall with his own entourage nobody moticed their entry only a few people saw them. As they walked forward to welcome them, Elder Lee raised his hands and stop them . It was a signal not to move or say anything so they could only keep quiet as they watched him and his entourage sat down in a secluded part of the hall.
Those people who haven't seen much influencial and wealthy families were suprised by the number of wealthy poeple present. It is just a simple launch-out, why were there many big figures while there were still shocked by the presence of Elder Lee and the others, the representative of the royal family walked in.