Logan picked up a file from the table and tossed it in front of Connie. ‘Brick-laying robots, semi-automated masons, robotic heat welders, and remote-controlled demolition robots. I got all these from a construction company looking to expand into Veridian. They’ve only been in business for two years, but it seems they are light-years ahead of you in terms of technology.’Connie’s face flushed with embarrassment and frustration as she flipped through the file.‘You said you needed four to five years to complete the construction of Veridian Plaza. This company says they can do it in two,’ Logan added.Her anger rising, Connie retorted, ‘If you’re interested in working with someone else, why are you still talking to us? Are you just stringing me along?’Logan leaned back in his chair, maintaining his composure. ‘No, I’ve given you four separate meetings,’ he replied coolly, ‘yet you did not once bring up anything unique. Why shouldn’t I consider working with someone who’s better, smarter
Alessia checked the time on her watch and raised an eyebrow. ‘But it’s only ten twenty-five am.’Logan shrugged nonchalantly. ‘What’s wrong with an early lunch? I’m the boss; I can take my lunch break whenever I want.’ He turned back to Alessia with a sly grin. ‘And you are paying.’Alessia protested, ‘Why?’Logan’s grin widened. ‘You lost the bet, remember?’ he reminded her.Alessia had to jog to match his long strides. ‘But you already claimed your...your winnings.’Logan chuckled. ‘That I did, and you would only get free lunches if you won the bet. Since you didn’t, you are paying.’Alessia huffed. ‘Fine, but I hope your stomach can stand the trial of a fiery chole bhature.’‘What the hell is that?’Alessia couldn’t help but smirk.‘What’s the matter, Mr Cosmopolitan?’ she teased. ‘Never heard of it before? I thought you’ve been to so many places.’She explained, ‘It’s chickpea curry with fried flatbreads. There’s a vendor selling it out of a food truck parked just a block from you
Brayden attempted to fight back, but Logan’s years of experience and decisiveness gave him the upper hand.He anticipated Brayden’s moves, dodging and countering with precision.Alessia, shocked by the sudden turn of events, felt a mix of emotions swirling inside her.Part of her wanted to intervene and stop the fight, but another part of her knew that Brayden needed to be confronted for his hurtful behaviour.In fact, if they weren’t in public, Alessia would have liked to add a punch or two of her own.The fight was fierce, both men throwing punches and dodging blows.Logan’s dominance and physical strength were evident as he maintained control, landing most of the hits.As the crowd gathered to watch the unexpected brawl, Alessia finally stepped forward, placing herself between the two men, attempting to put an end to the altercation.‘Enough!’ she shouted.Logan landed one last gut punch before pulling back.Brayden was panting and holding his stomach, his arrogance now replaced wi
Alessia considered freelance writing, tutoring, and even social media management.As she trawled the internet, a news article jumped out at her—‘Donatella Pagano Missing for Over Three Days and Police Have No Leads.’Then she realised there was already one opportunity within her grasp.Alessia paced back and forth in the living room, her phone pressed to her ear as she called Heath, hoping he would pick up.He did.‘Hey, Heath, sorry for calling at this hour. How’s it going with the investigation?’ Alessia asked, already knowing the answer.Heath sighed heavily on the other end of the line. ‘It’s been a wild ride, I tell you, Alessia. Donatella had her hands in so many pies, it’s hard to keep track. I’ve been juggling multiple cases, and hers is like untangling a bloody spider’s web. Today alone, I’ve interviewed over fifty people, and guess what? Most of them either played dumb or acted like I’m not even worth a second of their time!’‘Ugh, that doesn’t surprise me. Donatella always
After finishing his drink, Heath returned to his work, slogging through case files and trying to identify any potential clue that could crack the missing person case.Before becoming a detective, he had worked with the canine unit, traffic division, and had even started as a patrol officer.The allure of being a detective had initially excited him—the thrill of solving cases, following clues, and engaging in battles of wits against suspects.However, lately, he found himself yearning for something more, for new challenges that would keep him on his toes.As he glanced at the stack of case files, a thought crossed his mind.Perhaps he should consider becoming a private investigator after his current caseload was over.Heath chuckled at the idea of himself doing stake-outs and snapping photos of cheating husbands.***The early morning sun cast a warm glow over Cafe Blendro as Alessia pushed open the door and walked in.The aroma of freshly brewed coffee filled the air, and the buzz of
‘Hey, Lee, don’t worry. It’s going to be fine,’ Alessia reassured him with a warm smile. ‘You’ll do great. I’ll be doing most of the talking, and you just need to make sure the camera is on Logan Wilde.’Lee took a deep breath, trying to ease his nerves. ‘Yeah, I’ll do my best. J-just hoping I won’t mess up like I d-did with the call last time.’‘Don’t worry about it. Just stay focused, and everything will go smoothly.’Together, they made their way up to Logan’s office.Logan was already there; the man seemed to live at the office.He was dressed in a perfectly tailored suit that accentuated his broad shoulders and chiselled jawline.His statement watch exuded power and control, befitting his status as a billionaire CEO.Lee panned the camera around the luxuriously decorated office, capturing the opulence that surrounded them.The room exuded success and sophistication, a testament to Logan’s achievements.As she and Lee set up the equipment, Logan couldn’t help but notice the change
As Logan continued to speak, Alessia couldn’t help but feel a hint of blush creeping up her cheeks.He was basically describing her as his ideal type.It was both thrilling and nerve-wracking at the same time.Swiftly recovering, she let out a laugh, trying to lighten the mood.‘I’m sure our readers will be thrilled to know that,’ she teased, quickly changing the subject to a more neutral topic.‘So, Logan, you’ve achieved remarkable success at such a young age. What do you attribute your accomplishments to, and what advice would you give to aspiring entrepreneurs, especially millennials?’Logan leaned back in his leather chair, his eyes fixed on Alessia. ‘It hasn’t been an easy journey, that’s for sure. But I believe passion, perseverance, and the willingness to take risks are crucial in any entrepreneurial endeavour. It’s about identifying opportunities and seizing them when they come your way. For millennials, I’d say embrace innovation and don’t be afraid to challenge the status q
As the meeting concluded, Wilda smiled at Alessia and said, ‘Keep up the good work, Alessia. Your dedication to this project is paying off. Oh, and congratulations on the raise. You’ve earned it.’Alessia’s eyes lit up with delight. ‘Thank you so much, Wilda. I really appreciate it.’Wilda chuckled. ‘You’ve got a bright future ahead of you, Alessia.’As Alessia left Wilda’s office, she was on cloud nine.The promise of more raises and the possibility of finally being able to afford Nova Heights Academy for Milo filled her with determination.This interview series was not only a career opportunity but a chance to change her son’s life for the better.Throughout the rest of the afternoon, Alessia worked tirelessly on her article, fine-tuning the details and polishing the prose.She knew she had to make this series a success, not just for her career but for her son’s future.As the clock struck six thirty, Alessia finally submitted the third draft to Wilda.On the way home, she stopped b