Chapter 304
\nReturn Of The Real Heiress: Secrets And Masks novel Chapter 304<\/p>\n
The next day, Monday, started with a normal opening of the stock market.<\/p>\n
The winter sun rose later than usual, casting a gray shadow over everything as Cherise got ready to leave.<\/p>\n
Morris approached and wrapped his arms around her, playfully nuzzling her cheek.<\/p>\n
At that moment, the big guy looked like a cute puppy.<\/p>\n
Cherise looked at him fondly. “What’s wrong? Are you going to miss me?”<\/p>\n
Morris’s voice, low and a bit lazy, brushed against her ear. “You know I will.”<\/p>\n
Cherise chuckled softly. “I’m just heading to Betrico University to finish up some holiday work before going to a press conference at GlobalVision Group at ten. We’ll see each other tonight.”<\/p>\n
Morris showed no signs of letting her go. “I can’t get enough of you. I’m really looking forward to going to Saphira.”<\/p>\n
“Why’s that?” Cherise asked.<\/p>\n
Morris chuckled and pressed a kiss on her cheek. “Once I meet Dennis and Bella, I can proudly bring you home as my bride!”<\/p>\n
Cherise’s face lit up with a shy smile as she playfully tapped his strong back. “I must go. You should hurry to the Monday meeting at Chivers Group\u2014everyone is waiting for you!”<\/p>\n
Finally, Morris picked up a soft pink knit hat from the side table and placed it on Cherise’s head. “Let Hugh drive. I’ll see you tonight.”<\/p>\n
Back at Betrico University, Cherise was about to hold a big pre-holiday summary meeting for all the faculty and students.<\/p>\n
Scheduled from 8 to 9 a.m., the timing was perfect, allowing her to head straight to the GlobalVision Group press conference after.<\/p>\n
Once the meeting ended, Hugh had already started the car and was waiting patiently outside the auditorium.<\/p>\n
As soon as she stepped out, Cherise slid into the car.<\/p>\n
“Ms. Leach, there’s warm milk. Mr. Chivers asked me to remind you to drink some after the meeting,” Hugh said as she entered the vehicle.<\/p>\n
As they left Betrico University, Cherise enjoyed the milk that Morris had prepared while her phone showed the setup for the GlobalVision Group press conference happening in the lobby.<\/p>\n
With about 45 minutes to go until the event started, most of the media representatives had already gathered and set up their gear, eager to get the first scoop.<\/p>\n
After all, this was a major company being closely watched by the financial world, with everyone curious about whether it would go bankrupt or stay afloat.<\/p>\n
What made it even more interesting was the mysterious CEO who had kept a low profile since the company began.<\/p>\n
Cherise looked over the setup, finding it satisfactory before taking a last sip of milk.<\/p>\n
Once she finished the milk, her relaxed demeanor changed suddenly.<\/p>\n
“Ms. Leach, there’s a car following closely behind us,” Hugh said.<\/p>\n
Cherise raised her gaze. “Just keep driving normally.”<\/p>\n
After Cherise spoke, Hugh complied and brought the car to a stop. Given the situation, moving forward was no longer an option.<\/p>\n
As he hesitated between calling Morris, Cherise had already opened the car door and stepped out.<\/p>\n
Seeing this, Hugh hurried to follow her.<\/p>\n
The people in the black cars noticed Cherise and Hugh getting out, prompting them to exit their vehicles, too.<\/p>\n
Upon seeing the circle of bodyguards around them, Hugh gasped. “Ms. Leach, be careful\u2014there are so many of them!”<\/p>\n
Cherise scanned the group and estimated there were about 15 people. She smirked, a hint of boldness on her lips. “Who sent you?”<\/p>\n
One man, dressed differently from the others and giving off an aggressive vibe, spoke up, “You don’t need to know that. You’re as good as done anyway.<\/p>\n
“I see you have some skills, but we’re all elites here\u2014you’d better brace yourself for hell!”<\/p>\n
Cherise didn’t have time for chit-chat; her eyes hardened as she handed her puffy jacket to Hugh. “Take care of my coat; it’s a gift from Morris\u2014don’t let it touch the ground, and I’ll need it in 10 minutes.”<\/p>\n
Hugh’s mouth dropped open in shock; even now, she was more worried about her coat.<\/p>\n
The bodyguards around her exchanged looks, finding her a bit dramatic, thinking she must have watched too many dramas to say such things.<\/p>\n
But their assumptions quickly proved wrong, as Cherise moved with a speed that sent chills down their spines.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"template":"","class_list":["post-327","chapter","type-chapter","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"http:\/\/kampoengnews.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/chapter\/327","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"http:\/\/kampoengnews.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/chapter"}],"about":[{"href":"http:\/\/kampoengnews.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/chapter"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"http:\/\/kampoengnews.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=327"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}