On the other hand, Nathan was focused reading Julie 's profile that, Dorian had sent him earlier
Although he'd taken note of her address just in time but not all the information
He scrolled through and saw reports on her and he couldn't help but furrow his brows and lines foamed on his head
His dark eyes cirled on the part where it stated that she had a fire accident on the year 2020 which led to her absence for a year - she'd been in coma, the next year.
His eyes paired onto her medical reports; There was no records of her treatment after the chaotic accident, only the fact that a special doctor was involved in her case and unexpectedly fled the country when she'd newly recovered
Nathan eyes went shut before dropping his phone on the space close to him. But Dorian called out to him
"Boss, I investigated on the young master Reggie location, he'd fled the country earlier this morning....." He started, picking each word, carefully
He continued " And your grandfather butler called insisting grandpa Scott demanded for his daughter in law presence for the next family dinner"
"Copied" Nathan said, his eyes still closed, dismissing Dorian who shut his mouth after that.
Nathan Scott remained there, lost in thoughts.
Until his cold voice disrupted the silence that followed " i want information on the fire accident on the year 2020,all the victims and names of those who fled the country,2021"
"Yes Boss" Dorian said with a nod
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Julie turned off her car engine the moment she packed her car Infront of a restaurant. She'd return back to five-star hotel after getting a call from the hotel management that she'd left her car behind on their custody since yesterday
With the earlier rush from the hotel this morning,she'd preferred booking a cap inorder to prevent the paparazzi from seeing her
Since after the latest headlines about her misunderstanding with Ashton flowed out
The news has run wirld especially with prove of her slapping him on the face had left her name bad-mouthed on every media
Julie Cortez got out of the car,as her eyes caught the restaurant name
' Lones recipes '
This was the place Kiara Smith 'd texted her to meet up
She entered the quiet place, which was barely crowded with people only few customers seems to on some tables with either fresh cooked traditional Korean dishes or japanese styled food
Julie eyes fell on Kiara who waved from the door side table occupied with nothing less than two bottles of beer and two plates of fried chicken
A chuckle escaped her lips as she walk towards her direction
This friend of hers has an habit of beers and chicken for any of their meet up and this wasn't a surprise
Besides she herself wanted something to digest the new changes in her life. Julie could only wished she'd make the right choices
Getting married to Ashton Luke rival was a perfect start of revenge
She had just grasp an opportunity that many would wish for
It felt dangerously alluring
And unfortunately was the best option to get rid of Ashton Luke from her life for good making the man-whore pay for every moment he'd deceived her
He would regret ever showing up in her life.
Julie ignored the vibration of her phone for nearly the sixth times, she'd purposely declined his calls. She had rather eat up dirt than picking his annoying call
It's best she show off her true colors now that she had make her final decisions
Yes, She was married
There was nothing else between her and Ashton any longer
"Finally" Kiara voice rang as soon as she tuk a seat on the round table " there's that smile have been waiting for in decades, I know my baby would get through this..., feeling better? " Her words were in a mix of worries and joyful ,seeing her dear friend with a smile
Kiara had been worried non stop ever since last night that she had cancelled her early flight out of the city
She was shooting a new movie with top actors aired from Geungnam city. As a still developing actress,she wasn't that popular in FlTB studio infact it was through the effort of Julie that she got signed in
Many may not recognized her well due to her side characters in many plays
Still she loves acting
But she couldn't leave with her best friend like this
Kiara had deploit her name from the cast just in time
"Been better" Julie chimed glasses with Kiara as she slipped a little
Meeting the eager eyes of Kiara who was obviously controlling herself from filling out her throughts
"I'm cutting off thing with Ashton..." Julie held no doubt as she carried on " even if I have to lost my mom property," she let out a soft sigh at the mention of her late mother only achievement" it's better than being with him.....
Kiara concerned gaze lingered on her face and she replied " I know this are tough.. I mean it's the right choice you considered.. he doesn't deserve you at all.. Jules.. whatever decision you take am right here for you.... "
She beam a soft smile aware of how tough it must have been for Julie to take this decision
"But, you're do know the outcomes ain't that great. Your family business reputation would be drained and moreover your public image would be ruined unless somehow....
"I'm married...." Julie cut in on her next sentence
Making Kiara choked on her glass of beer her eyes went large staring at Julie with a questioning gaze " How....? Who's the guy? Why am I being told just now? And Why would you make such reckless decision!! "
Julie calmly explained " it's the only way to get rid of Ashton out of my life ... I don't think he's a bad choice plus this 's the best decision left....
"Please don't tell me you just married a stranger just to own a marriage certificate for ending things with Ashton. The Luke family won't go easy on you for this.... There are at the upper hand... I'm just so worried...." Kiara rushed out her statement in panick
Julie shrugged, chewing a part of the chicken drumsticks on her plate" believe me... Am not that foolish without back up plans ... Don't get so worried.. everything 'll be sought out "
Her lack of consideration only made Kiara eyes popped
Still at loss of words, Kiara furrowed an eyebrow and asked"Who's he? , how did you both met? "
Julie nearly choked on her saliva with Kiara outmatched question
And for what seems like a second
The thought of telling her best friend that she was married to the president, made her palm sweat
The latter would completely go nuts and might even take her words for joke
This wasn't the right time to reveal the truth
Julie quickly composed her reaction," what about Mantis" She purposely skipped the topic on ground
Kiara rolled her eyes, knowing this was one of Julie tricks to avoid the topic. Still she didn't pushed her and could only wait for the right time her stubborn best friend would eventually tell her
She reached out for a fork , cutting a part of her chicken wings.
A glimpse of sadness flashing on her face " He's engaged... That trip he went for at Chicago was for his wedding arrangements... we're fully done and dusted"
Julie face fell, her eyes settling on Kiara 's. " Am so sorry...."
"It's fine" Kiara reassured
...
Cortez Family Mansion*
Julie Cortez pulled up her red benz Infront of the mansion. She got out walking straight toward the entrance - the only reason she was here was to pack her stuff, break the news of her marriage and leave
Her tote handbag was slid onto her wrist as she brushed pass the maids at the door step
Each whispering words , against her, giving her that unwelcoming look
Julie Cortez was pretty much used to this
However she stopped on her trail meeting the fierce gaze of her father in the sitting room and of Natalie as well
May Cortez, sitting next to her mother, clearly irritated by her presence
"Here comes the bitch after dumping us and leaving with a guy, how shameless! " May confronted,her voice stung with a hint of sarcasm and her voice loud enough
Julie Cortez narrowed her eyes coldly
The tension Inside the house was colder
Just as her next words flow out
Mr Morris instantly rise from his seat, his face burning red in rage as he lashed out his words with anger " Julie, this's no time to mendle with your personal issues... You must get married into the Luke family to save our company 's name, you're fully aware that we need this collaboration for power and most importantly inorder for you to inherit your mother 's property.. this's no joke..... have you lost your mind that you abandon such a privileged in a lifetime!!! "
His veins popping on his forehead and words dropped down thunderiously
Natalie snorted coldly" She doesn't care about her family!! Even if were at the verge of bankruptcy, she wouldn't change her selfish attitude!! We raised her, accommodate you till now and yet you find nothing valuable to do than this!! "
Her obvious hatred displayed in her tone
Julie gritted her teeth,her eyes flashing with anger and her lips pressed into a thin line " Father... I can never marry someone like Ashton,I would never be the Luke family daughter in law. Are you badly fighting for my mother's property or for your own benefits!!"
She sharply countered as a matter of fact
Mr Morris tone was cold " This's clearly for both!! The Luke family 'd just invited you for dinner tonight.. get inside your room, get prepared and don't loose this chance!! "
Julie badly wished he was still the father she had known back then, now he'd change. Selling her off for his own benefits was now his top priority
Not a chance
Her lips parted and her next word stunned the three people Infront of her
"I came here, not wishing to crawl back in but here to make sure I clearify this. I'm not marrying into the Luke family, I'm married as we speak...."
Mr Morris face was already burning off steam. "What nonsense 're you blabbering!...."
"What 're you talking about sister Julie, have you gone ahead and marry someone else because you never loved Ashton , you came here not only presenting your boyfriend but now married" May chimed in with a sneer
Julie Cortez brought out her marriage certificate with Nathan Scott - Infront of her father
Mr Morris didn't even glance at it. Reddened in fury. He yelled " you have no other choice than this!!, get a divorce this instant!!! "
Julie Cortez face dropped,her fists clenched with anger. His words left her growling " I'll not...
Her father slammed the table close by, trearing the certificates into pieces" you will divorce that man , Julie" he scoffed, his eyes were like that of a volcano ready to erupt
"I'll never do that father, just let me go in peace" Julie said,tired of explaining
Infact now she regretted her choice of coming back home
She turned around to walk away, irking her father.
In that instant,Mr Morris signalled his behind her whom she had 'nt notice walked in,a minute after she stepped in
They all moved towards her hijacking Julie whose eyes widened In surprise
"Father... please you don't have to do this, tell them to let go of me" Julie pleaded as she struggled in vain
"Father...." Julie yelled as she kept struggling but they held her arms firmly, waiting for her father next instructions
Her chest raised rapidly as he coldly ordered " get her up inside her room, she's not allowed to come out until she agrees to my instructions...."
What the....
Admist her protest, and pleads. Julie was carried upstairs and the last glance she saw was her phone snatched from her handbag
Followed by the slam of the door
Oh dear,
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Dorian step into the president study room
His voice nearly stammering when he reported " Miss Julie hasn't still arrived yet, I've tried reaching her out but it seems her phone 's switched off"
He had took notice of the sudden darkened face of Nathan,when he returned home, not seeing her
It's even got tensed when he left for his study room without a word
Nathan Scott frown deeply. He sensed something suspicious at that moment
His stoic demeanor made Dorian unable to breath too loud , afraid of his boss temper
Seeing the situation he 'd walk right into
He could only wish , his head doesn't get chopped off
Nathan thin lips moved as he spoke in a highly deadly tone" Get the car ready!"
He hastily grabbed his car keys
Once his guards noticed him. The automatic gate of his mansion opened
And in a flash. Nathan's car zoomed off,he accelerated his speed
His knuckles on the stirring wheel were white
"Julie.....