Chapter 131 - CHAPTER 131: ACE CARD

"No, you're wrong. I do care about him but it's…. it's nothing special as you think." Zenia tried to hide her wavering voice. Of course she truly cares about Marcus more than anyone around her. It's just that she needs Sonny to see her as an ally. 

It was obvious that Sonny doted Jade so much and a ray of hope can still be seen in him that someday, the two will reunite and rekindle the love someday. Despites not having seen her for months, his faith never faded.

"I just want to let you know that I am on his side." She ȧssured the middle-aged man. "Besides, Mr. Black sent me to protect him." She lied. Peter Black never sent her, it was her own will who brought her at Marcus side. 

Upon hearing Black's name, Sonny softened up a bit but the suspicion in his eyes didn't disappear. He knew Marcus' charisma could attract a lot of women and Zenia is not an exception. Still, he doesn't want to humiliate the woman since she is someone of the few people that Peter treasures. 

However, he still needs to clarify Zenia's position in Marcus' life. "Okay, I will believe you for now. But miss Zenia, I want to remind you of your rightful position in the company. You are an employee of Enchanteur Chemicals and Mr. Hanes' secretary, nothing more, nothing less. I hope you understand what I mean."

Sonny knew he sounded rude with his remarks but he wanted to protect Jade's spot as well as Zenia's heart. Being heartbroken is a very dangerous thing because the bitterness of it can make someone do nasty things. He saw a lot of examples before and he doesn't want to see it happen to the couples whom he doted the most--- Jade and Marcus. 

Zenia, on the other hand, hid the hurt and annoyance she instantly felt upon hearing Sonny's words. It's too harsh in the ear. Of course, she clearly understood his point and that pained her greatly. It was too obvious that the man doesn't approved her for Marcus. 

Well, who cares? Who the heck is Sonny anyway? He is just Marcus' right hand and if she successfully made the young CEO fall in love with her, then Sonny cannot do anything but kneel before her. 

She sneered within her at the thought of it. 'You have your own time.' She silently gnashed her teeth.

"I totally understand, Sonny." She faked a gentle smile.

"Then tell me, why are you here?" Sonny calmed as he asks. 

"Because I want you to see this. I hope Marcus comes to know the truth as well." Zenia's face turned serious as she hands him an envelope. 

Sonny raised his brow confused. Seeing the urgency in the woman's face made him shudder for who knows why. 

He opened the envelope and took out the papers inside it. Having browsed the papers, Sonny grasped in shock. "You… where did you get all these?!" 

"Research!"  She yelped. "And some sources of course…." She reluctantly added.

Sonny looked at her blankly. How did she obtain such information as this? He thought. That moment, he knew that Zenia is not just an ordinary secretary. 

"I'm sorry I cannot tell you where I exactly got that information. But what's important is, Marcus needs to know the truth."

Of course! Marcus need to know such important information as this! Sonny yelped within him. 

"Thank you. However, we won't be able to see Marcus for at least two months so we need to wait for him. For the meantime, keep this a secret."

"I've been keeping it for months so why can't I wait for another two months?" Zenia grinned meaningfully.

After handing the files to Sonny, Zenia bid him goodbye. It's the end of her shift and she doesn't have any other reason to stay behind. 

As soon as she reached her apartment, her phone suddenly rung. Seeing the familiar number excites her to answer the call. 

"Yes? How's the thing I ask you to find?"

"I think I found her." The voice on the other line answered. 

"You think? You're not sure?" She's quite annoyed. She wants facts and not myths.

"I found ten women who have the same name who gave birth this month. I have their addresses so it wouldn't take me a few days before finding who the real one is."

"You better have the result as soon as possible." Her tone indicates a threat.

"Of course, I'll send my findings to you as soon as I finish the last one."

"Damn it!" Zenia cursed a loud as soon as the call ended. She's been searching for Jade for months now yet she couldn't find her anywhere. 

"Where could that damn woman be!" She gritted her teeth in anger. 

ON THE OTHER HAND, Sonny didn't leave his office yet. He's still reading the papers over and over again. He must admit, such a finding will make Marcus go mad to the extent of killing the involve people. Hope he won't turn worst after the two months training with his father---alone. 

"Ah, chairwoman, you better come back alive as soon as possible. Your grandson needs your saving." He sighed.

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"Father, I really wanna go back to the country. My career is already at stake since I was on hiatus for months!" The woman growled. "There's no use of pretending anymore now that your friend knew everything." Rachelle added. 

Rachelle Henry is currently in Japan since Barry forced him to leave the country. Yes, it was by force and she never had the chance to talk to Marcus since that incident few months ago. This is already the 8th month of the year and she's tired of hiding from everyone. 

Eight months ago, Barry came to her and introduce himself as Marcus' biological father. She couldn't believe because Marcus' biological father was supposed to be dead a long time ago. But since her father vouch for her, he ended up listening to him. 

At first, Barry's proposition was too good to be true. It's tempting enough for someone like her who has a promising career in the entertainment industry. 

Barry said that Rachelle needs to go to Japan until she gives birth to her child. After which, Barry will fix her papers so she can return as Marcus' wife. He also promised her a big amount of money to support her needs without asking directly from Marcus. However, after a few months, Barry suddenly stopped all communication from her, even to her father. 

What happened? Did he possibly figure out their treachery? 

The child in her wȯmb died during her fifth month of pregnancy. The cause was unknown but doctors said that the child doesn't have a heartbeat and even if they spend billions, still, they can't revive the child. 

Rachelle's father insist that they should keep the fact about the dead child and decided to adopt another baby instead. But little did they know that Barry has means to find out about their deception. 

"There's no point of staying here any longer since we are already busted!" She whimpered.

"Just be patient and wait a little more. I'm holding an ace card. I'm sure Barry won't be able to turn his back on us."

"Are you sure, dad?" A ray of hope shines on the woman. 

"Of course, no one knows Barry better than I do. So just be patient. You'll be able to return to your rightful position in no time."

"Okay dad, I trust you."

"You should." The man simpered evilly. "Make sure you take good care of the child."

"Yes, father."

The call got disconnected and Walter held the paper in his hand. 

"Let see if you can still talk to me arrogantly after knowing this, Barry. Huh!"