Cry me a river

Julian's POV

Guessing will get me nowhere but I want to wait for the result of the research from my secretary. As usual, it didn't take a minute before she returns with the company's address.

" Here Sir. I contacted the editor and he said a man named Sam told them to edit the photos. Do you know this man?" Sam, Sam. The name doesn't ring a bell. It's could be possible that he gave them a fake name.

" That's all they need to know? What about his photos? There should be footage of it. Get it" she quickly curtsied, turn around and walk out of the room. My patience had run out by the time she returned from the technical room because I have been trying to reach Lena but she was not picking up her calls.

It has become a habit of hers. Sometimes if I'm lucky she picks up after the eighth ring and it's frustrating even if she found something about me, can't she ask me?

Still trying to get her, I hadn't noticed when my secretary stepped into the room.

" Sir, I got the footage and I ran his picture in the Sweden database and you were right. His name isn't Sam but Trevor Harrington; CEO of Harrington airlines. The one you said Mrs. Milena was signing a few days ago" this isn't whom I expected but it's shocking to know Lena's ex planned everything out. What are the chances of her not knowing? Perhaps I didn't ask.

That's my fault.

" I'll like to see the footage though" she hums then grabs a remote control on the desk and flick the huge plasma TV on the wall, not to be a prude, I have access to all the computer systems in my company. All she had to do was switch it on and type in her name and last search.

Viola.

The footage is blurry but I can see the figure of a man in blue entering a building, someone climbs down the stairs to welcome him and directed him to an elevator. The camera on the elevator must be a good one because he tried hiding his face from it yet it still captured it. I click on my computer to have it printed out before watching him enter the editor's office. The editor pointed to a chair while he sits on it.

" Sam Rockwell, I'll like to propose a deal," he said pushing a stash of cash towards the editor whom I assume had rejected him before but must have changed his mind after receiving that much money to print some fake photos. I look no further as I can guess what transpires next.

" I want to know everything about him and his family. I'll like to start from the beginning. Get to it" she nods then drops the remote control on the desk and gathers up the photos.

Typing on my phone, I decided to call Edward. He picked up at the second ring. I puff out an exasperated breath, I didn't know I was holding.

" Boss"

" Where's Lena?" I don't have time for courtesy so I went straight to the point.

" she's in a meeting with the board members. She has decided to sign the contract" I bounce off my seat in awe.

" What?" I snap at him " stop her, find a way to get her on the line "

"Yes sir "

Isabella's POV

My heart is throbbing at the thought of Miley losing everything because I was insecure. Trevor has tampered with the contract, it's hidden within the black ink completely unnoticeable to ordinary eyes unless Miley has laser eyes. If Miley signs the contract, everything is Trevor's. The companies, industries, factories, the Congress, and everything my father had.

Indeed, Miley isn't controlling them yet but it's hers. Dad willed everything to her including the textile Mills I'm currently working on. He didn't give me anything except some millions with the excuse that he was not ready to leave his company in my care if I couldn't make a million dollars for myself.

Grandpa must have willed everything to her too. They didn't think of me, despite their fault, I couldn't tell Trevor that Miley knew about my schemes. She doesn't know it all but she has her suspicions. God help me if she tells Leon about it.

He'll kill me.

Unfortunately, I haven't thought about it. Maybe I can beat him to it. Let the cat out of the bag after all he's guilty of the crimes. I know the photos Trevor sent did their magic but this will be the real bomb.

They wouldn't survive it even if they do, it would be too late.

All the board members are seated, Miley, Logan, and Maximilian are here too. Trevor stands up from his seat to stand in front of the dynamic screen displaying routes and locations in Sweden.

" Before we sign the contract, I'll like to say a few words. Miss Milena.." he hasn't said another word when Miley cut in.

" It's Mrs. Milena. I'm married. Address me probably Mr. Harrington" she's all business about it cos her eyes seem hollow and pale. It'll be rude to say I don't have a hand in it. Miley must really love him to cry over him. I'm sure he's hurt as well.

Awww.

" Of course. Pardon me. Mrs. Milena Connor" The board members gasp at the mention of her surname which Trevor said on purpose. Who doesn't know the CEO of the Bond group and its global consistency? No doubt they won't waste time on the contract in hopes of getting the CEO through his wife. Miley's eyes skim their perplexed faces in confusion. I bet she doesn't know what's happening.

Typical investor's mindset

"It's a pleasure to meet the wife of Leonard Connor" one of the board members comes forward to shake hands with Miley. Soon, all the board members came forward as well. She shakes their hands with a scowl on her face.

What's she thinking?

" Are you signing me in because of my husband? Wow. You're sick Trevor. I know what's happening here. Your board members warned you about the loss probably because they know you can't afford to pay for my contract fees. My husband is your way of getting them to shut up. I'm sorry to say this but my husband isn't... Anyway, this has been a colossal waste of my time. We're not signing the contract anymore" my breath caught up in my throat as I hear her say those words. She pushes her chair back suddenly on her feet, Logan is on his feet as well then Maximilian joins.

" C'mon, that wasn't what I meant. Miley, you can't back out now. This deal means a lot to me" Trevor begs, and rounds the table. He looks like he's about to cry.

" It means nothing to me. There are other pilots out there. Go get one for yourself. If you aim to have the Bond group support then you're joking" she sass trotted to the door but Trevor was quick to stop her from stepping out.