Mommy...Can you Win Daddy's Love again?

Chapter 167 - At Maple Collaborations

" Wait ….and watch...What I will do to you tonight!!" He threatened.

" Still...there is so much time for me to know. First let's go to meet the investor" she stood up from his lap.

" For now, you can escape from my cage but not at night …." He teased, while coming out of their cabin.

Both of them were unaware that someone was watching their single movement and giving information to their rivalry.

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In thirty minutes, they reached the company, Maple Collaborations. They walked towards the help desk and talked about the purpose of the visit. The young lady at the desk informed over the jbtercon to the president's suite about Adrian's visit.

Now that Adrian was going to have a meeting with the president instead of the Financial and Marketing Head. As Katherine had a habit of exploring her surroundings. She saw who is the president of this company through the glass name board at the side of the wall. She couldn't help but feel gloomy that they came to meet Steven. 

It was all Steven's plan! Why did the man have to disturb their time together?!

Just in time, Adrian mobile rang in his pocket breaking the chain of thoughts. 

" Sure...we will be coming in a short while" he ended the call and looked at his wife's face.

Adrian laughed at that kind of tone and said in a teasing way, "What made you all gloomy, dear?"

"Nothing!" After saying that, she followed him silently as she doesn't want to make him sad.

***

" Nice to meet you, Mr. Wilson " Ruby greeted in a professional way as soon as they entered the cabin.

Adrian was startled and also surprised to know that Steven is the one who is interested in his work.

" Nice to meet you again, Mr. Brown " Adrian said, brushing away his thoughts. 

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After having pleasantries, they walked towards the conference hall. They were already a few heads present over there. The presentation given by Adrian's company went on for an hour before the slide show stopped. It was all about the economical and substantial benefits of the car that Adrian would develop. The presentation even covered the aspects related to how the investors would benefit from this project.

This presentation was so high class that all the people who came with Steven couldn't help but look at Adrian in a new light for thinking of something at this. They didn't know that this man was far beyond their reach at such a young age!

After the presentation, Adrian looked at Steven to see if he had any clarification about their work.

 He stared at a few people in front of him and said in a professional tone, "As you can see, the economic growth we can have with this kind of project is far beyond what we can even expect. We have all seen the predictions that our employees did in this project. They predicted the first five years of the time when the project will be launched. You can see how much benefit we are going to have if we can do this together.

"Secondly, we are going to have a 50 50 partnership. It simply means that with me, you'll achieve great heights by delivering these cars to the world. We will also be able to save the environment at the same time.

"So what do you think? I'll appreciate your thoughts on this, Steven."

Steven nodded and got up from the seat. Without saying a single word, he said, "I agree. We'll do this."

As soon as he spoke, Adrian's shoulders relaxed instantly. He smiled professionally and shook his hands with Steven. Steven also looked professional. They both signed the contract right there as if they were extremely eager.

" The meeting has concluded. All the employees and other heads may leave" Mr. Brown announced.

Ruby was so happy with the agreement and smiled at Kathie. Instead her facial expression was blank. 

Slowly Ruby walked and patted her shoulders. She already knew her dislike towards Steven but she never accepted that she could tolerate his presence. 

" Kathie...what is wrong with you ! It's a good benefit for Mr. Wilson's company. But there is no happiness on your face!! " Ruby enquired.

" It's because of me…" Steven replied because there were only four of them in the conference hall.

Just as she was about to open her mouth and say something, she saw a face she never thought she would meet today.

" Mr. Wilson, can I speak with your wife personally, if you don't mind? " Steven asked in a serious tone.

Adrian looked at Kathie to know whether she was ready to talk with him as he knew that his wife doesn't like him. Kathie blinked her eyes to give her approval.

"Hope...you clear all your mind after talking with him " he whispered in her ears and left the conference hall. Then Ruby followed Adrian but before closing the door she looked at Steven with tension. Steven gave an assuring smile at her as he noticed how restless she is.

Ruby and Adrian left them alone so that they could clear their misunderstandings.

Katherine's expressions changed after looking at the man standing in front of her.

" What do you want to talk about with me!! " She questioned him, seriously.

 " Why do you give me a chance to prove myself !! I really love Ruby...try to understand... " he said in a pleading way.

" A true love !!! " She laughed sarcastically.

" Kathie...I am serious…." Steven said.

" Cheating is in your blood. Ruby doesn't know your family history but I knew about it very well. I am telling you for the last time to stay away from my Ruby. She is not as strong as me. I don't want to get hurt by your fake love" she said angrily.

" Kathie…. I am here in this city for you and Martin. But when I meet Ruby , I really don't know you are related to her. I truly have feelings for her and want to marry her. And she also loves me as I love her, " he explained.

" Now I understand your plan. You are using Ruby as a pawn in your love game.. Isn't it!! " She yelled at him.