Words I Was Afraid To Hear Chapter 44

Midori was in a red Aston Martin Rapide S as she called her mother .

"Mom, could you pick up Manta today?"

"Sure . Are you going somewhere?" Aoi Xiu was not shocked, just curious .

"I received an invitation to the birthday celebration of Tang Fang . "

"It's a 3-day cruise . So?" Indeed, Aoi Xiu's intel was efficient .

"I need clothes . " Midori casually replied .

"Okay . Do you have a date?"

"I'll bring Riley . "

"Oh . . . Do you want me to get you a date?" Aoi smiled mischievously .

"No need, Mom . It's just a social function to build connections . I don't have to prove anything . "

"Suit yourself . Happy shopping!" The call ended .

Upon arrival to the shopping mall, she handed Riley a platinum card .

"Go get 3 sets each of formal wear, casual wear and swimwear . You don't wanna look like a pet, do you?" She raised one of her brows .

Riley was shocked, but quickly regained himself . He took the card .

"I want the car at the mall exit after 4 hours . " Then she walked away with her heels clicking .

Riley stared at the card . 'A pet?' He frowned then looked at himself . 'Do I look like a pet?'

In reality, Riley is presentable enough to pa.s.s as the date for socialites . However, even with a hefty salary, his wardrobe was simple, mostly in earth colors and he has only a pair of swimming trunks which he had only used once . If he will be going on a luxury cruise, his clothes will look shabby compared to the other guests and he cannot use being an a.s.sistant as an excuse . After all, he will be going with the CEO of XCG .

While Riley was contemplating about his taste in clothes, Midori has already entered a boutique of evening gowns . She took a black velvet trumpet gown off the racks and turned to ask for a.s.sistance .

Suddenly, a female voice rang in the shop . "Midori Xiu! Is that really you?"

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Meanwhile, Mich.e.l.le reported back to CEO Zhou .

"CEO, we have started our investigation on Manager Ming . " Seeing no change in his neutral expression, she continued . "As for the schedule of CEO Xiu . . . "

Dan's face suddenly lit up, but not enough to produce a smile . "Hmmm?" He looked up to her from his desk, seeming interested .

For a moment, Mich.e.l.le was curious by the sudden change in his expression, but she managed to continue her report . "She cancelled her previous engagement for the week . She will be joining the 3-day cruise for the birthday of Chairman Zhang . "

"Have you already replied on the RSVP?" His face turned serious .

"I have sent an apology stating your absence to the event, Sir . "

"Send another notice . We will go . " Dan leaned back on his chair with glint in his eyes .

"W-we?" Mich.e.l.le was stunned . She has never been in a cruise before .

"Yes . You and I . " Dan looked down on the doc.u.ments on his desk . Seeing from his peripheral vision that she remained standing in front of him, he added, "Take the rest of the day off and shop for clothes . That'll be all . "

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Midori went home with shopping bags on both arms .

"Mommy!" Manta ran towards her, then gave her a hug and kiss .

She returned the gesture then asked, "Where's obaachan?"

"She's having tea . " His chubby finger pointed towards the family room .

Midori looked in the direction of his finger and nodded .

"Mommy, are you really going on a cruise for days?"

"Hai, demo . . . sore wa taikutsu desu* . " she playfully whispered to his ears .

Manta giggled and nodded . Then he acted like a grown up, modulating his voice and knocking his fist on his chest . "Don't worry, mommy . I'll take care of Obaachan* and Ojiichan*!"

Midori chuckled . The little guy is such a sweetheart .

"Did you drink your milk?"

"Hai!" He flashed a big smile .

"Very good . Now go upstairs and brush your teeth . No more gadgets . Sleep early . " She nodded on the nanny .

"Good night, Mommy!" He kissed her on the cheek, then he skipped away .

Midori handed her bags to her personal maid then she went to find her mother .