The Widow’s Fate They Chose Was My Escape Plan Chapter 07
He had always disliked Lena the most, unable to resist a cutting remark whenever he saw her.
But now, the thought that she might be in danger felt like a physical agony, twisting his insides.
Without thinking, he asked, “Julian, do you think… do you think Lena can come back?”
The only answer was silence.
…
Hudson Crest’s headquarters towered over Midtown Manhattan, imposing and severe. The chairman’s assistant led them at a brisk pace. Adrian followed, holding his breath.
“Chairman.”
The man behind the desk said nothing, the only sound in the quiet office the rustle of turning pages. Adrian’s back tensed. For some reason, he sensed the chairman was in a very bad mood.
“Adrian. To what do I owe the pleasure?”
“My sister married Sebastian Quinn a few days ago. Our family was waiting for her to come home for dinner tonight, but she never came. We sent someone to find out what happened, and that’s when we learned the Quinn family has moved to Miami.”
“My poor sister went with them.”
The chairman lifted a brow.
“Sebastian did propose moving Quinn Industries’ executive office back to Miami. The asset transfer and share restructuring were approved by the board. As for your sister…”