Love Together, Be With You Never novel Chapter 45

"You must be disappointed about that I am not Kieran!" Marlon stared at me.

I wanted to close the door, but Marlon held it and said, "Are you in the habit of shutting doors in people's faces if they are not Kieran?"

I took a deep breath and politely smiled, "Mr. Redford, we don't have much to talk about. Besides, it's inappropriate for you to visit me at night!"

"But Kieran can?" Marlon pushed the door open with a jerk and stood in front of me, casting his shadow over me.

I took a step back but pretended to be calm. "Mr. Redford, it is between me and Mr. Charles, so don't bother yourself with it. I think you should pay more attention to your fiancée. Didn't I just beat her up tonight?"

"Of course I care about Alicia!" Marlon stared at me, his eyes as dark as night. "I'm just here to tell you the takeover ceremony is set for tomorrow at noon. After signing the contract, we can have lunch together to celebrate and to say goodbye!"

"Alright!" I was having mixed feelings.

Marlon swept around the room, as if looking for something.

"Bye, Mr. Redford!" There were two voices in my head. After noon tomorrow, everything would be over. I would cut all ties with Marlon, and my contract with Kieran would be null. I would lead a normal life, take Davidson to a new city, and be done with this place.

Tonight was my last night here, but I felt upset about leaving. Marlon had caused me so much harm, but that couldn't overshadow my sadness over parting ways with him.

"See you tomorrow!" Marlon smiled at me.

The moment he turned around, I wanted to grab the corner of his clothes. For the last night, I really wanted to indulge in some time with him. I desired to hug the man with whom I had spent four years, and even a kiss on his cheek would do.

However, I covered my mouth looking at his back, trying not to make any sound that would suggest my attachment to him.

Enough was enough.

I watched Marlon leave until his figure disappeared out of sight. I stayed where I was and felt my heart empty. The sorrow buried deepest in my heart overwhelmed me with momentum.

'Rachael, don't be sad. Don't be hung up on him. You must start over with Davidson!' I forced a smile for myself, but I lost sleep that night.

Early in the morning, I reported to Kieran with dark shadows under my eyes and mentioned the contract.

"If the takeover ceremony goes well, I will terminate the contract!" Kieran said indifferently.

"Thank you, Mr. Charles. Then I will excuse myself!" I happily bowed to him and left, closing the door behind me.

Leaving Kieran's Company, I went straight to Marlon Group. I knew the ceremony would enjoy an important audience, but I was still amazed at how it turned out when I entered the set.

Not only were all the executives of Marlon Group present, but so were those of Universal Group, except Kieran. They were all seated and turned to look at me. I felt somewhat unconfident. This was the first time I had ever attended such a huge and formal event. Furthermore, I was the star of the day. I couldn't help but be proud of myself.

I walked in, and Marlon stood up from the main seat and smiled, "Ms. Cornell, you've finally made your presence. We've been waiting for you for a long time!"

"Sorry for that. Let’s begin!" I came to Marlon under everyone's gaze.

"I'm really glad you are here. I was worried you had an accident on your way!" Everly, who was sitting in the lower right corner, smiled at me. She was in a good mood, which surprised me, but I smiled back.

I listened quietly to the host standing in the center of the stage. Kieran had given me the money. After I gave the 500 million to Marlon, everything would be over.

I turned to Marlon and met his gaze. "It's our turn!" he said.

I quickly withdrew my gaze, took a deep breath, and regained my calm. I didn't want him to notice my reluctance to leave him, so I stood up and walked over with him to sign my name.

"A total of 10.5 billion. Please make the payment!" the host said.

I was about to transfer money but paused when I heard that. "How much did you say?"

"A total of 10.5 billion, Ms. Cornell!" Marlon looked at me with a smile, his pitch-black eyes like a whirl of abyss.

"Mr. Redford, stop joking. Our contract stipulates 500 million!" I pointed at the contract on the table.

Marlon's smile grew wider. A cold and threatening aura instantly cornered me. "The purchase price is 500 million. But don't you forget, Ms. Cornell. You've agreed to 10 billion compensation." Marlon slowly turned to the last page of the contract, which was written in English, and pointed at it.

Looking at the smile on Marlon's face, I came to a realization, but I couldn't say a single word. I loved this man so deeply. Even if he didn't love me and hated me, I still loved him and believed him.

But it had never crossed my mind that one day he would trick me like this.

"This contract doesn't count. The price we've agreed on is 500 million. I won't pay one cent more!" I said word by word and clenched my fists.

Marlon grinned even more happily. "Ms. Cornell, we have already signed the contract. Your autograph is still on it. It has legal effect. 10.5 billion. Not even a single penny less!"

Marlon waved at the audience casually, and they all left in understanding.

"I'll wait for you in Ginza at twelve o'clock. And I won't hesitate to leave if you don't show up on time." At that, he left. Only Everly and I remained in the originally crowded room.

"What should we do, Ms. Everly?" The sudden truth left me at a loss.

Everly looked at me and smiled cheerfully, "You signed the contract. What does it have to do with me? You cost Mr. Charles 10 billion. I am curious how you are going to save that."

I was stupefied. I knew Everly hated me, but I had never expected her to say such words.

"Right, let me tell you something. I read the contract yesterday. I knew it was fishy but didn't tell you on purpose. I came here today to watch you make a fool of yourself. The news will spread so quickly!" Everly sneered at me and left arrogantly on high heels.

My mind went blank as I looked at the empty room.