38 Ocean Vs Storm

"So officially, Crystal Stanley would be the face of Stanley and Co, henceforth." Andrew announced, "All the matters will be handled by her and I expect co-operation from all you gentlemen. You may think she is new to business, but underestimating her would be your loss" he particularly pointed his direction at Mr.Fox and Mr.Charles, who looked uncomfortable at the mention.

"So I believe Congratulations are in the order... for our new owner Crystal Stanley!!!" Will said, raising his mug of coffee.

Crystal rolled her eyes but then gave in smiling at his behavior, not unnoticed by everyone.

Will gave her a wink, when all the men raised their mugs in her honour.

Nicholas took another opportunity to shine in front of Crystal, "We should celebrate this! I believe the industry should know about you more Miss Crystal."

Will absolutely caught his frequent address to woo Crystal, which displeased him greatly.

"I have already discussed with Andrew, we will throw a celebration for you on the coming Saturday. Many business industrialists and politicians are expected to attend." he turned his attention to Crystal.

Crystal's jaw hit the floor, this was totally unexpected.

She did not wish to go entirely public. She didn't want to be media's attention, this will ruin her plans and most importantly her horrifying past would also come up.

Andrew slightly squeezed her hands, "Dear, are you okay?"

Crystal took a deep breath and answered, "I think it's too much grandfather. There's no need for such big celebration. The less people know, the more better it is."

This woman was totally unique, all men in the conference room could say that.

She was one of her kind, she didn't want any attention and she only focused on her work.

They were all impressed.

Watson was impressed, shocked, proud, hurt....all of it.

His emotions were going merry go round.

"On the contrary, I think Miss Crystal, this would be the best opportunity to come in front of public. Your shares might go up with this announcement." Watson spoke with his voice calm and gentle but he and the boys only knew what sort of emotions were running inside him. The clenching of his fists was reason enough to understand his state of mind.

Crystal jerked up hearing his voice and most importantly the emotions she could see in those stormy eyes.

She decided to ignore him and took a small gulp of her coffee. Again this was not unnoticed by the men.

And unknown to them they thought, her ignorance was because she didn't want to grab the attention of media, which was partly true but majorly it was because of Watson. And he knew exactly why she was avoiding...

His gaze didn't waver a bit, he was closely observing the changes in her. His eyes were wandering all over her figure, up till her torso as she was seated.

He could not see the scars on her body, but he knew they were hidden.

Again the thought of scars made his blood boil.

His thoughts were interrupted when Nicholas spoke up, "Indeed, my friend Watson is correct. This might help the company stocks to rise!"

The Billionaire squad boys were really getting annoyed by his behavior. Mostly because he called them 'friends'.

"Crytsal, I think we should keep it. Will planned to keep it on Saturday, which is three days from now, but if you need more time than we can wait till you are ready." Andrew offered politely.

Crystal smiled lovingly at her grandfather, "I'll let you know soon..."

The meeting was over after few more minutes of talking, Crystal left with Will and Andrew.

On her way, she excused herself to use the powder room.

After leaving the powder room, suddenly someone caught her by the arm and pushed towards the wall.

Her back hit the wall and she gasped in pain.

Immediately hearing her cry of pain, Watson removed his hold on her and gently pressed both his hands beside her head and trapped her.

Oceanic blue eyes met the stormy eyes.

It was Ocean Vs Storm.

Both were staring deeply into each other, without giving up or without blinking.

They could see the pool of emotions running wildy in the eyes yet not running on the tongue.

Watson finally gave in, he could not bear another minute of silence from her, "Crystal" his calm soothing voice said.

She closed her eyes and clenched her fist tightly.

Watson leaned in more closer, his nose was touching hers and lips were just centimeter apart.....

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