Chapter 67
Hiding the Twins from Their Billionaire Father
The next day, Kara didnât smile or look friendly at all in the office. Sheâs like a female version of cold Frank Harper.
When she entered the CEOâs room, Frank even raised an eyebrow. He didnât like the aura Kara was emitting.
âDid she deliberately change her image to keep me away?â
After clearing his throat, Frank curled up his lips. âYou got home safely yesterday?â
âOf course. Otherwise, how could I be standing here?â
Frankâs cheek twitched. He wasnât used to dealing with Kara who was
super curt.
âWhat are you calling me for?â the girl asked in an unhappy tone.
Frank sighed in resignation. He could feel that the possibility of Kara being willing to move to a new apartment was now getting slimmer
âYou know that property and construction is one of Saviorâs businesses, right?â
Kara nodded.
âThen, can you be my guinea pig again?â
Karaâs eyebrows furrowed.
âI want you to live in Saviorâs new apartment for one month. You can invite your family. After that, give your testimony.â
Karaâs face became wrinkled. She was late reading Jeremyâs
message last night. When she checked out the window, Frankâs car was gone. The man must have felt guilty for her humble abode.
âI donât want to.â
Frank did his best to hide his disappointment. âWhy? Is one month too long?â
âIâm not stupid, Sir.â Kara raised her chin. There was no doubt in her words. âI hope you donât forget. Our relationship is strictly for business. It would be unreasonable for a boss to give an apartment to his secretary.â
âI didnât give it to you.â
âIf thereâs nothing else you want to talk about, excuse me.â
Without giving the CEO a chance to speak, Kara stepped out. Frank could only stare at her back. The chocolate in the drawer had to be hidden longer.
âThis is much harder than I imagined,â he muttered helplessly.
Meanwhile, Kara walked straight towards the toilet. She needed time to calm down. Being rude to people she cared about was not easy for
her.
âGood job, Kara,â she said to her reflection in the mirror. âThe really needs to be affirmed. He has to realize that Kara Martin is the right person for him.â
However, just as she was about to wash her hands, her gaze was fixed on the watch on her wrist.
âI must be crazy. Why did I choose this watch this morning?â
As she took off the smart watch, a message came in. âI think we have an agreement, but why is Isabel still reporting bad news to me?â
Kara snorted. âItâs not my fault that Frank doesnât like her. Thatâs just
how she behaves.â.
Kara was too lazy to argue. Without replying to the message, she pocketed the watch and returned to her desk.
Without a smile, the day felt sour. The burden carried became
heavier. Kara felt many times more tired than usual. Moreover, the twins did not contact her during the break.
Kara realized that her mood was affecting Frank and the guards. However, she didnât mind. Thatâs the goal.
The more Frank was bothered by her presence, the quicker he let go. Her life could return to ânormalâ.
âMiss Martin, Young Master calls you to his room,â Jeremy said as Kara prepared to go home.
Karaâs eyebrows furrowed in displeasure. âThanks, Jeremy.â
However, instead of meeting the CEO, she took her bag and walked towards the elevator. Witnessing it, Frankâs eyes widened. Quick as lightning, he chased after her.
âKara, wait.â
Unfortunately, the secretary kept walking. Frank had to hold her arm to stop her. He no longer cared if the guards witnessed their closeness or even knew how he felt. He had ignored his prestige for a long time.
âKara, I called you. Why did you just leave?â
âWorking hours is over, Sir. If thereâs anything you want to talk about, do it tomorrow.â
Receiving such a light answer, Frank sighed heavily. His expression grew creased. âThis is not in our agreement. You promised to stay by my side if I obeyed my grandfather.â
Kara looked at him coldly. âI still work here, right? What are you
uryunny
âBut this isnât you.â Frankâs voice turned hoarse.
Unexpectedly, Kara snorted. âThis is the real me. If you canât stand it, then fire me.â
Frank was at a loss for words. He had been holding back his anger all day. Now, Kara burned all the remaining patience.
âWhy do you keep forcing me to let you go?â Frank whispered with a hint of hope.
Kara was almost moved. However, while clenching her fists, she raised her chin. âBecause I have to.â
After jerking her arm, Kara walked towards the elevator. She didnât look back at all. Even when she turned around to press the elevator button, she seemed nonchalant. Frankâs chest became tighter and tighter.
âJeremyâ¦.â
The assistant swiftly approached his boss.
âYour car key.â One of Frankâs hands faced up.
Jeremy and the guards raised their eyebrows together.
âDo we need to accompany you?â Jeremy asked as he handed over the key of his new car.
âGo home and rest.â
After delivering that cold answer, Frank entered the elevator next door.
Kara was unaware that Frank was following her. Along the way, she kept daydreaming. Part of her heart felt sorry for the CEO; the other part felt numb.
She didnât dare think about the cause, afraid that if it turned out, she
Arriving at the apartment, Kara finally snapped out of her reverie. There was no one at home.
âWhere are they?â
Suddenly, Karaâs cell phone vibrated. With furrowed brows, she answered the call.
âMom, where are you?â
âKara,â Susan said in a slightly shaky voice. âAre you home?â
Kara nodded slightly. Her neck stiffened. However, as best she could, she pushed the bad feeling out of her brain. âYes. Whatâs wrong,
Mom?â
âWellâ¦.â Susan sounded more doubtful and anxious. âThere was a small incident at the library this afternoon.â
âSmall incident?â
Karaâs eyes widened. Her throat was dry. Remembering Rowanâs message which she ignored earlier, her heart beat erratically.
âLouis was crushed by books. But you donât need to worry. His hand is already in a cast.â
âIn a cast?â Karaâs face turned pale. Her hands that were clenched against her chest were now as cold as a block of ice.
âThe bones are just cracked. Not a serious problem. It will heal in three weeks.â Susan hurriedly explained.
However, Karaâs tears had already welled up. She could not imagine that her son would have a birthday with his hand wrapped in a cast.
âHow is Louis doing now?â she sighed holding back sobs.
âGood. He can already laugh. But he needs to be treated here for two
uuys,
Without wasting any time, Kara took the bag. She filled it with clothes and some equipment. She didnât forget to put Emilyâs favorite plush and Louisâ favorite mini car into it. After everything was ready, she rushed to the hospital.
Seeing Kara come out with a bag and a worried expression, Frank straightened his back from the backrest. Previously, he was just daydreaming while thinking about ways to melt Karaâs heart. But now, his eyes were narrowed, observing her movements.
âWhere is she going? And who does she call?â
Suddenly, Kara turned to him. Frank spontaneously backed away. Even though the car windows were dark, he didnât want to take any risks. If his whereabouts were discovered, the secretary would be
furious.
âJeremy?â Kara sighed with teary eyes. She seemed to see hope.
After removing the phone from her ear, Kara walked towards the car. Frank subconsciously held his breath. In his heart, he wondered what his secretary was going to do.