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Drake’s heart sank a little deeper when he caught sight of Jane on the verge of departure. The weight of melancholy settled within him, while the ache on his face from the slap he endured at Jane’s hands lingered.
On the other hand, Zac swiftly dashed towards her, aiming to rescue her from her troubles. “Pretty teacher, you’re about to leave, but it seems like you’re still carrying some pain. Why don’t you take a breather at my place for a while?”
Upon hearing Zac’s heartfelt concern, Jane knelt down and tried to soothe him.
“Zac, the teacher is alright now. You won’t have to endure any lessons from me today. I promise I’ll be back tomorrow, okay?”
Though Zac’s reluctance was evident, he glanced at Jane’s pallid face and nodded in agreement. “Mm, then, teacher, go back and rest well.”
Failing to retain Jane, Zac’s departure only served to deepen the frostiness etched across Drake’s visage. Witnessing this, William realized it was best for him to make his exit as well.
“I’m taking my leave too.”
“How is her condition?” Just as he prepared to make his exit, Drake’s icy question caught him off guard. He paused for a brief moment, gathering his thoughts, and soon realized that Drake was inquiring about Jane’s condition.
“Ah, well, she’s doing alright,” he replied, his words laced with a hint of concern. “She’s dealing with the usual struggles of dysmenorrhea and depression. Unfortunately, I can’t work miracles when it comes to her heart condition. However, I did administer an injection to alleviate the dysmenorrhea. It should provide her with some relief for now.”
After Jane left, her absence lingered in the air, causing Drake’s anger to intensify. The more he dwelled on the matter, the stronger his fury grew. It was painfully evident to him that Zac, too, was her flesh and blood. Yet, at this moment, Jane seemed to prioritize the children. she had with other men over her own son.
“I’ll have the housekeeper hunt down a fresh tutor for you,” Drake spat out icily, his words dripping with disdain.
Zac’s face contorted with displeasure upon hearing her father’s decree. “Why? I don’t want some other teacher! I just want the amazing teacher!”
“All her attention is fixated on her own children. How could she possibly impart knowledge to you effectively?” Drake grumbled with a hint of relief in his voice.
Zac’s heart sank as she detected an underlying issue. She gazed at her father intently, her expression a mix of concern and determination.
“Daddy, have you fallen head over heels for Zane’s mommy?”
“If that’s the case, I wholeheartedly support your pursuit of Zane’s mother. You needn’t worry about me. I would be overjoyed to become your wife, and I could even embrace Zane as my own brother.”
“Moreover, Zane has a younger sister. If you were to marry the extraordinary teacher, I
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would gain another little sister to cherish.”
Zac’s words pierced through the air, causing Drake’s countenance to grow even colder as he clenched his teeth tightly, bracing himself for what was to come.
“What did you just say? Zane actually has a younger sister?” Drake questioned, his voice laced with a hint of disbelief.
Zac nodded earnestly, his eyes sparkling with excitement. “Yep, they’re twins! Sister Zoe is an absolute cutie. I really like her, but she’s never been to my place before.”
Drake’s handsome features contorted slightly upon hearing Zac’s words. The realization that Jane had given birth to twins from another man hit him like a sudden gust of icy wind. The emotions that swirled within him made his usually composed face twitch involuntarily.
“Daddy, if you’re looking for a beautiful teacher to marry, I can help you with that,” Zac piped up, his voice laced with innocent enthusiasm.
The thought of his father finding companionship in a gorgeous teacher brought a glimmer of hope to Zac’s eyes. He imagined the perks that would come with such a union: a mother. figure to cuddle with, an adorable sister to share secrets with, and a brother who would be his equal in every way. It was a prospect that Zac couldn’t help but eagerly anticipate.
However, Drake’s expression remained frigid as he delivered his response. “You have quite the audacity, my son. It seems all you desire is to befriend other men’s offspring.”
With those biting words hanging in the air, he trudged upstairs with a heavy heart, leaving Zac bewildered and crestfallen downstairs. He grappled with the realization that he could never share the same bond with another man’s child simply because he wasn’t born into the embrace of a captivating teacher.
The following day dawned with an air of tension as Drake made his way to the company. His countenance was icy, radiating an unmistakable coldness that sent shivers down the spines of everyone present. The entire office seemed to be on edge, acutely aware that any inadvertent misstep could potentially incur the wrath of their unpredictable CEO.
“You’re seriously considering asking for leave now? Are you trying to tempt fate? I’ve never seen you so audacious in the face of his foul mood,” Daniel murmured as he intercepted at male assistant who worked in the same vicinity. He leaned in closer, his voice hushed.
“I don’t have a choice. My wife is on the brink of giving birth, and I’m consumed with worry. I intend to accompany her for the maternity checkup. Even if President Warner is in a foul temper, I simply have to give it a shot,” the male assistant replied, his voice tinged with apprehension.
“Tsk tsk, I ask you to reconsider. If you proceed and President Warner catches wind of it, you might find yourself missing from this office come tomorrow,” Daniel cautioned, casting a sympathetic glance towards the door.
“Perhaps you’re right, but I must try nonetheless,” the male assistant conceded, his resolve firm. With a sigh, he rapped lightly on the office door and ventured inside, bracing himself for the inevitable frostiness that awaited him at the hands of Drake. Daniel watched from the doorway, his eyes filled with pity.
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Upon receiving the male assistant’s request for leave and his accompanying explanation, Drake’s face remained impassive, betraying no trace of emotion.
Anxiety gnawed at the male assistant’s insides, yet he mustered the courage to speak, his voice quivering. “President Warner, I’m aware this is an abrupt request, but my wife is on the verge of delivering our child. I would like to ask you to grant me leave so that I may accompany her for the vital maternity checkup.”
The male assistant’s voice brought back memories of Drake’s past. It took him back to that fateful year when Jane had pleaded with him, urging him to accompany her for a checkup at the hospital, ensuring the well–being of the precious life growing inside her.
Back then, Jane had never set foot in a hospital throughout her entire pregnancy, and yet she miraculously gave birth to the bright and brilliant Zac. Drake couldn’t help but feel a pang of guilt lingering within him, even now.
In the midst of the male assistant’s unease, Drake gripped the pen firmly, his signature flowing effortlessly onto the document. He broke the silence with a cold and detached tone.
“No need for you to show up tomorrow.”
Those words hit the male assistant like a sharp blow to the chest. Despite mentally preparing himself for this outcome, it still stung, leaving him struggling to come to terms with the reality before him.
“I’m granting you three months of paid leave. Take the time to be by your wife’s side until she gives birth, and then you can return to work.”
Drake’s words left the male assistant stunned, his mind unable to catch up with the sudden turn of events. “Boss, are you serious?” he managed to stammer.
“Why? Is that not what you want?” Drake’s voice remained icy cold.
“No, no, thank you, Mr. Warner.” The male assistant exited the CEO’s office, clutching his leave of absence, but still reeling from the unexpected turn of events.
Meanwhile, Daniel, who had witnessed the whole exchange, anticipated his turn to discuss his own leave with Drake. However, before he could utter a word, he was summoned into the CEO’s domain.
“Contact Jane,” Drake commanded, his tone leaving no room for negotiation. “Use any means necessary to make sure she reports to the assistant department tomorrow and resumes work.”
Daniel was taken aback by Drake’s order, his heart aching for the male assistant who had just been granted leave. But as he processed the gravity of his own task, he couldn’t help but sympathize with his own predicament. How on earth was he supposed to convince Madam to return to work? What could he possibly do?
Damn it all!
Leaving the Chief Executive’s office, Daniel crossed paths with the male assistant, who was preparing to bid farewell to the company. Overwhelmed with emotions, Daniel hurriedly caught up to him, placing a hand on his shoulder.
“We’re in quite a bind, my friend. Don’t worry, I’ll join you soon enough. Brother, brace yourself.”
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The male assistant stood there, perplexed by Daniel’s words. “I don’t have to worry anymore. Boss Warner granted me three months of paid leave, asking me to wait until my wife gives birth before returning to work. I could have kneeled in gratitude.”
With that, the male assistant left the company, his heart filled with joy, leaving Daniel all alone. At that moment, Daniel felt a strong urge to kneel before President Warner himself. What on earth was he going to do now?
The moment Jane caught sight of Daniel, an inexplicable resistance crept into her being, causing an instinctual reluctance to engage with him. Daniel was the assistant who had been with Drake for the longest time.
She had crossed paths with him on numerous occasions, and it was only natural for her to recognize that his arrival held some sort of implicit endorsement from Drake. However, Jane was devoid of any motivation to acknowledge his presence. The notion of exerting effort to attend to him seemed utterly tiresome.
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