Chapter 22. The Agreement

Nearing lunch, Arjoona, who was in a meeting with the production and advertising department, was contacted by Gerald Winthrop. He invites Arjoona to have lunch outside and, at the same time, wants to talk about his marriage. Arjoona agreed and asked for a little time to finish his work.

One hour before lunch ended, Arjoona just came out and headed straight to the parking lot. Gerald was waiting in his car, and Arjoona came and entered.

Arriving at one of the Italian restaurants, Gerald reserves a more private place so that he and Arjoona can talk more freely. Gerald hands over a document about the agreement that was binding during Arjoona and Claire's marriage.

"read and learn it. If it is AnythingAnything needed to add, please tell me as soon as possible," said Gerald while drinking the water. He thanked the waiter for serving the food while Arjoona was still reading the agreement clauses on his hand.

"This agreement consists of things we can and cannot do during the marriage?" Gerald nodded. Arjoona nodded in understanding.

"Do we have to live together?"

"Yes, I want Claire to be under your guidance," Arjoona frowned slightly.

"I'm not sure your granddaughter will ever want to live in my little house," Gerald smiles.

"I've thought about it. After you guys get married, I probably won't be here often, so you can stay in the mansion. I'll only come occasionally to see your situation," Arjoona shook his head.

"I don't think that's a good idea."

" Don't you want to stay in my house? " Arjoona looks thoughtful and silent.

"Sir, I'm not a freeloader."

"who said you are a freeloader?" Gerald asked quickly. Arjoona just scratched his back and was confused about what to answer.

"Just like this, if you don't want, you can buy a house together, after the divorce you can share it, but for the time being, you live in my mansion." Arjoona sighed as he didn't answer yes or no. He read the contents of the agreement, including the article on physical relations again.

"What does that mean we can continue the marriage if we have physical contact? I thought it's forbidden," asked Arjoona. Gerald smiled

"who knows? You probably change your mind," Arjoona frowned.

"what do you mean?"

"Arjoona, that agreement forbids you to have sex if you want to divorce after two years so that Claire can lead Winthrop Corp without being hampered by things like pregnancy, for example, but if you want to have a relationship, that means you have to remarry after the divorce." Arjoona raised an eyebrow and sighed heavily.

"And do you think we're going to have sex?" Gerald shrugged his shoulders instead of answering. Arjoona shook his head.

"I don't know if I can even live with her for a day" Gerald laughs and shakes his head

"Claire is a cute girl, don't you think so?" Arjoona shooked

his head

"she's arrogant, and even very far from your personality even though she's your granddaughter," Gerald still laughed while shaking his head.

" let's eat. We'll discuss it later." Arjoona finally just obeyed and continued his lunch.

After lunch, Arjoona signed the agreement. Gerald smiled, then took the document and handed him another paper.

"This is Winthrop Motors shares as I promised," Arjoona frowned.

"But I'm not married yet, sir."

"I know, I think, better leave it to you before anything bad happens" Arjoona shook her head.

"I can't accept this. The agreement is that after I get divorced, I will get this. After all, this is not my intention to take the contract, "said Arjoona giving his reasons.

"I know, but I changed my mind. I don't want to do it too late. Maybe with this, you can protect Winthrop Corp later."

"What are you doing, sir?" Gerald sighed gloomily.

"Joona, if something happens to Claire, I beg you to save Winthrop and return it to Claire." Arjoona shook his head even more

"what will happen?" Gerald pauses and smiles softly

"I will never be able to rest, if Claire doesn't have someone to look after her, I can never trust Keith, he's a low-class criminal, he will harm my most precious, Claire" Arjoona stares at Gerald silently. . Gerald loved Claire so much. He was willing to do AnythingAnything so that his granddaughter was well protected.

"I'm old; my time may not be much longer. I don't want to die before. I'm sure that you will protect Claire at least until she owns the Winthrop Corp." Arjoona looked down and sighed.

"Sir, I know I won't be able to repay your help to me all this time, if it weren't for you, I might have died. I hope that what I did could soothe you down and make me calm. At least I've done something for you," Gerald smiled and nodded. He is still handing out the document.

"Sign it, and these shares are yours." Arjoona still looked at the securities documents for a while; he finally accepted and opened them. His name list as the owner of 55 percent of Winthrop Motors shares in Detroit, United States. Arjoona immediately looked at Gerald.

"but this is 55 percent ..."

"so that you can lead the company with a majority of shares, the remaining only small split of shares." Arjoona still feels uncomfortable. He hasn't even fulfilled his obligations yet, but he has given a considerable share.

"Never mind, Arjoona, you are also my grandson." Arjoona just pursed his lips and looked down. Gerald finally ended his lunch with Arjoona while escorting him back to the factory. Before going out from the car, Gerald held Arjoona arm. He wanted to give something.

"This is a dress for your wedding," said Gerald gave a little large parcel. A tuxedo placed in a bizarre bag. A famous brand Hugo Boss is embellished in the bag. Arjoona widened his eyes.

"I have my suit, sir," said Arjoona. Gerald smiled

"I know," he said, patting Arjoona's arm and immediately got back into his car. Arjoona just let out a breath and walked to the car park to enter what Gerald had just given her. He is in a hurry because there will be a follow-up meeting in the office building regarding the launch of a new Winthrop Electronics product.

Arjoona and David will represent the production division at the internal meeting. Meanwhile, Claire will chair as CEO. It will be their first meeting together.

The first half-hour all went well, and there were no obstacles whatsoever. Arjoona was silent and did not speak at all. Claire laid out the plan and analysis well, and one small side in Arjoona's heart felt a little amazed by her. That girl was not stupid. She could lead behind her tiny body.

David only smiled a few times at Joona, who was next to him while hearing their CEO's explanation. Louis, who is also in the same room, is uncomfortable seeing Arjoona there. Now and then, he glanced at Arjoona with evil eyes.

"I think starting from next month before the design division wants to launch a new product, the head of the division must charge approval from the chief of technical manager," said Louis, glancing at Arjoona, who did not turn and frowned at Louis's words. Arjoona was just silent. He then looked at Claire and seemed to leave all decisions to her. Claire, who also looked at Joona, was silent for a moment before finally making a decision.

"I don't think it's necessary. All divisions stick to their structures and roles as usual," Claire replied firmly, still looking at Joona, who finally just pursed his lips with a light smile. Louis is surprised to see Claire, who instead defends Arjoona.

"But Claire ... I mean ... CEO Winthrop, that ..." argued Louis about to cut.

"Arjoona gave me the design in two days," said Claire.

"I brought it and sent it to your email, do you want to see it?" replied Arjoona casually. Claire fell silent, then nodded slowly.

"Into my room now, the meeting is over," said Claire, coldly closing the meeting. David just smiled to see that his boss had a good grip on the situation. Arjoona had even finished her job before Claire asked. Joona also clears up the documents and is about to go to Claire's room as all the managers and division heads disband. But his move was blocked by Louis.

"don't think you can get away from me!" threatened Louis with a growl. He wanted to hit Arjoona right then and there. Arjoona just chuckled

"I have nothing to do with you."

"Don't be arrogant, Arjoona, you won't be able to get her," he growled in a half-whisper. David was still behind Joona but couldn't hear clearly. Arjoona did not want to respond. He just kept quiet.

"Sorry, I was called by the CEO. You blocked my way," replied Arjoona in a calm and low voice. Louis nodded, then glanced at David and saw Arjoona again. He then left after being unable to do Anything. After Louis left, Arjoona turned back.

"I'll go first." David nodded with a smile.