Chapter 293 - Their arrival

"Fret not, I chose you and it means I trust that you'll take care of this company more than me…" For the first time in history, or rather to Henry Man, Seraphina sounded genuine, kind and sincere. Even when she conversed with her own grandfather, Seraphina still seemed mysterious to his perspective. Thus, it surprised him to the core witnessing and hearing her sincerity. Does she really trust him with this job? It not that he has complaints but, why him? Of all people, why would she choose Henry Man?

"... just promise me one thing, keep it as a clean business as much as possible and if ever an enemy proposed some underhanded means… I'll handle them myself. You got my protection." Seraphina uttered as her languid position with the back of her hand supporting her jaw and the other hand placed on the armrest while her fingers slowly tap it.

"Chairwoman -- what, what are you implying? I don't want to misunderstand."

"It is what it is, CEO Man. You didn't misunderstand. I am probably the most dangerous person you've been with… on the second thought, maybe not. You met my father after all." indirectly admitting part of the truths, Seraphina nonchalantly uttered. Indeed, she could only entrust this company that her grandfather built through his hard work to Henry Man who had a strong sense of debt to Sebastian Yue.

It was already proven many times for the past month and also, she trusted her grandfather keeping Henry Man as his assistant. Now, Seraphina can peacefully leave this company alone and do what she needed to do in the underworld. Moreover, she can't drag this company with her as she knew that in the next months or years, her activities were close to no legalities.

Sighing heavily, Henry Man closed his eyes along with a nod. When he opened them again, a glint of determination and assurance flashed across his eyes like he finally accepted the task given to him and held her words with great value. Of course, he knew Konrad and how that man terrified everyone albeit, he never actually done anything horrible to them or so he believed. Hence, if Seraphina spoke such importance of the matter and entrusting him with that little information albeit vague, he'll do his job with great succession. After all, he already swore to serve Sebastian Yue or the Yue family by his loyalty and service. Noble? No. He was only trying to repay an unpayable debt he owes to Sebastian Yue.

"Understood, Chairwoman Yue."

Seeing his full resolve, Seraphina smiled in satisfaction. It was as if her lingering reluctance gradually dissipated hearing how candid Henry Man's words are. Hence, she'll surely take this as her debt to the dignified man that deserved her respect.

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[Country X International Airport]

After fetching his luggage, Alexander Han was welcomed with numerous men in suit together with his obedient assistant, Thomas Yang. Bowing their head towards their boss, Alexander Han didn't bother to turn his attention to them as he continued his strides. Certain that Alexander Han noticed them, Thomas Yang hastily followed suit from behind him.

"Second Young Master, welcome back." Thomas Yang greeted yet to no avail, Alexander Han didn't respond as he kept his pace to the exit. God knows how worried Thomas Yang was when Alexander Han went missing in action. Fortunately, Alexander Han considered the worries from the only person that cared about his well-being hence, he gave Thomas Yang a call about his 'vacation' after a week of the Yue banquet.

Observing his employer, Thomas Yang sensed that something was changed. Despite his changes from the past months, seeing him again, it seemed that his changed in his aura became more indiscernible. Thomas Yang doesn't know if it was a good thing or the other way. Even so, he couldn't care less as he had seen worst of Alexander Han.

Reaching a luxurious black shiny Mercedes Benz, Alexander Han ceased his steps and scanned the area as if finding someone. Thomas Yang, on the other hand, knitted his brows and looked around as well out of instinct. Soon, a familiar figure not far away was sprinting his way heading to their direction.

Everyone was caught off guard as they didn't expect how fast the man reached their standpoint in a short span of minutes. Raising their vigilance, Alexander Han's bodyguards was about to block the man, however, they halted when Alexander Han wordlessly raised his hand, gesturing them to allow the man.

"Let's go! Quick!" Riggs rigidly shouted as he shamelessly hitched on the expensive car as if it was him.

"Huh?" For the first time, Alexander Han spoke in confusion. Earlier, he heard a faint voice calling which he immediately recognized as Riggs, hence he stops to look for the man. However, didn't they decided to go on their separate ways when they touched down in the country? So, why would Riggs change his mind? Is there some kind of danger for him to panic?

"It's Venus -- she's here!" Riggs opened the car door to where Alexander Han was stupidly contemplating and spat their current dilemma. Hearing the witch's name, Alexander Han almost jumped as he entered inside the car. Not a millisecond late, the driver of the car was kicked out and they sped away as if they were running for their lives.

Thomas Yang and the other bodyguards who waited for their second young master's arrival for hours were rendered speechless about the whole occurrence.

"What... just happened?" Thomas Yang stuttered in disbelief. Did his master ditch them just like that? and who is that man? why does he seem familiar? a myriad of question floated inside Thomas Yang's mind as he couldn't believe what just happened.