"I can easily believe that you are a staff member in Orton's group who looked like the CEO's son. Don't patrol yourself as the son of Sir. Orton. The real Jethro cannot bring himself down to befriend a janitor. Janitor is among the lowest class of job in a company. A man in that level can't have anything to do with a lowly janitor." Desmond said and Jethro shook his head and laughed.
"So that is what you think? The last time I checked, we are all human beings. And if things work that way, it means that you are not supposed to be talking to me. Because you are not on my level. So don't push me to the wall. I can mess your life up with a call." Jethro said, and Anabel could see he was serious. Anabel knew her brother so well. He is just like her father, ruthless and quick to action.
"Just forget about him. I don't want you to harm him. Just…just leave him. He is acting out of ignorance." Anabel said.
"Why are you begging him as if he's the true Jethro? Both of you cannot deceive me. And for you, Anabel." Desmond turned to Anabel. "I know you are desperate to find a permanent man, but trust me, he is deceiving you. He will mess with your life."
"At least he won't do more than what you did to me. You can see good changes in me. My look, my skin, dressing. I wonder why you are advising me as if you are a good person. Just face your life; focus on your wife. I guess she didn't come along with you this time. Who knows what she will be doing in your house, especially on your bed? She must be having a lot of fun."
"What are you trying to say?" Desmond asked.
"Don't tell me you are now too dumb to understand a simple statement. Oh! You think she will be alone, waiting for you for one week? Bet me, she will never call you to tell you how much she misses you." Anabel finished.
"You think everyone is like you? Daniella will never cheat on me. She is faithful and well brought up, unlike you, who goes about sleeping with different men so you will be among the important people."
"I think we are done talking. I need to go and socialize with other important people." She took his brother's hand and left. Desmond could feel the wave of jealousy building again. He grabbed a cup of wine from the table and tried to keep his mind off her completely.
About twenty minutes later, the ceremony was declared open. People began to give their speech. It was a very interesting and beautiful conference. High-profile people from different countries came out to give their speech. Soon, Desmond was called out to give his speech. He came out and didn't disappoint. He gave an excellent speech that beats most of the other representatives. Soon, it was time for the auction.
"Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the most anticipated event of the conference." The auctioneer began, and the hall went silent. "Today, we put up for auction the esteemed Smithson Corporation. Smithson Corporation is one of the leading players in the tech industry. But due to disagreements between the founders, it was placed for an auction, and bidding will start at $10 million. The highest bidder will become the owner and CEO of the company."
Desmond, who was sitting near the front, leaned forward. He was interested in the company, and he had more than ten million to bid on the auction. He knew that the hall was filled with rich men, but he believed he could do it.
Anabel was sitting a few rows back. She looked relaxed as if she was not interested in the company. Though she was ready to compete with Desmond if he came to the verge to win.
The bidding began with companies and investors jumping into the fray, topping the amount with fifty and hundred thousand dollars. Desmond wasted no time in raising his paddle to bid thirteen million.
"Thirteen million from Desmond's group!" the auctioneer announced. Desmond smiled, waiting for whoever will challenge him.