Chapter 131
Chapter 131:
Ryan stared at the shut door, irritation tightening in his chest. After pacing a few steps, he reached the desk and swept a stack of documents onto the floor.
Kailey. She really meant to push him until the very end.
His gaze turned icy, and in that moment, every other thought vanished. All that remained was the urge to teach Kailey a lesson. Grabbing his phone, he dialed Lionel once more. “Where did you meet Kailey p>
Lionel, still behind the wheel, answered instinctively by naming the exclusive restaurant, then asked, “Mr. Owen, is something wrong p>
Without replying, Ryan moved straight to his computer and began searching. His face darkened further as he spoke, his tone sharp. “Are you certain it’s there? Jucridge doesn’t even have a restaurant by that name p>
Lionel sounded even more baffled. “That restaurant is located in Aslesall p>
“What did you say p>
“My original plan was to meet Kailey in Jucridge, but she’s currently working in Aslesall, so I came here to see her. Is something wrong p>
𝖬𝗼𝘀𝘵 𝘳𝗲a𝗱 𝘁𝗁𝗂s 𝘄е𝘦𝗸 𝗼ո
Ryan shut his eyes with force, his hand tightening around the mouse until his knuckles lost color. What on earth was going on? Why would Kailey be in Aslesall? Wasn’t she supposed to enter one of the branch companies?
The situation still felt unreal, and his voice came out rough as he asked, “What’s the name of the company she’s working for p>
“She didn’t mention it. From what I can tell, it’s just a startup — nothing that can compare to Owen Group.” Unsure why Ryan was pressing the issue, Lionel added cautiously, “Still, young people should be daring. Ambition isn’t a bad thing p>
Ryan ended the call. After rubbing his fingers together, he stepped out of the office, only to run into Olivia at the doorway.
“Ryan!” She greeted him with a bright smile and slipped her arm through his. “What timing. I just got here, and you’re already waiting for me p>
Ryan halted, his eyes dropping briefly to her hand before he answered, “I have something urgent to handle. Have lunch on your own p>
“What? Why?” Olivia stared at him, stunned. “Weren’t we supposed to eat together and then go try on dresses p>
“Save the dress fitting for another time.” Ryan didn’t offer further explanation as he removed her hand. His voice stayed calm, yet the decisiveness in it left no room for debate. “Olivia, I need to handle something important p>
Seeing that level of seriousness was rare for him, and Olivia instinctively loosened her grip. “How about tomorrow p>
After a brief pause, Ryan didn’t give a clear answer. Instead, he reached out and patted her head in reassurance. “Be good and go have lunch first.” With that, he stepped into the elevator, his brisk movements making it obvious he was rushing somewhere urgent.
Olivia remained where she was, watching the doors slide shut, before noticing Jarred hurrying past. She quickly reached out to stop him. “What’s going on with everyone? Why are you all in such a rush p>