Chapter 18: The EX

Carson’s voice was a bit loud, which surprised Ji and Avery. Ji smirked and got the folder from Carson’s hand.

“That woman is changing you, boy. It doesn’t mean that your dad founded the company, it would easily be yours. We, the board members, have the power to appoint the new CEO. If you treat me like this just because of a whore, you are wasting your future.”

Carson frowned even more. “If the board member knew what kind of person you are, I doubt they will be trusting you.” Ji cleared his throat. This was not the first time the two talked to each other liked this.

Ji was a board member ever since the company was founded. He knew Carson’s dad since they were in college but he was not really a fan of the guy. He admired Mr. Lee’s intelligence and goals but he planned to take over when the time comes.

He can’t let Carson become the new CEO. He planned to do whatever it takes to put his son in the position, even if it meant using Avery as a threat.

He turned to Avery as he walked outside the room. He knew her from somewhere and he could easily get information about her if he wanted to. When Ji was out of the room, Carson turned to Avery. She looked rattled.

“Are you okay? Did he say anything weird to you?”

Her aura instantly changed. She smiled. “I’m fine.” She then went back to work. Carson looked at the time, it was late and they should probably head home.

“Want me to take you home?”

A smile appeared on her lips the moment he said those words. “Well, I’m heading to the hospital. Is that alright?” He nodded and got his bag. Avery then started fixing her things.

After a few minutes, both of them head to the parking lot. Ever since what happened, it appeared that both of them because awkward towards each other.

“Avery”

Avery stopped when they reached the car. Carson looked at her with softness in his eyes. It was so different from when he pinned her to the wall and after talking to Ji. “I’m sorry for what I did.”

She smiled. “Then do you finally admit that you are interested in me now?”

He laughed and opened the car door. She hopped in as well as she waited for an answer. But he never replied to the question. Avery knew he is, but she needed to hear it from him.

When Avery arrived at the hospital, Jane was already asleep. Avery let her know that she was there and decided to go out to get some food. She was craving for something spicy when she stopped when she saw someone familiar by the convenience store.

“Hi, Avery.”

She could feel her body tensed up and she couldn’t walk. She held her bag tighter. “What do you want?” The man laughed and he took another step closer to her.

“Really? Is that how you wanted to treat me now that you have a new boyfriend?”

Avery frowned. “John.” John didn’t look the same way as before. His clothes were dirty and he smelled alcohol. His posture was not straight and it seemed like he has been drinking for days.

“What I do now does not concern you anymore. You left me, remember?”

He nodded as he took another step. Avery moved a bit but she was trying to keep her composure. She needed to be sure someone can help her in case John decided to attack her. She slowly reached her phone but he spoke again.

“Right. That’s why you decided to ruin my life. You finally got what you wanted.”

Avery was not sure if she was able to message the police but she already sent the message. She took a deep breath. She didn’t expect this to happen but she has to face it on her own.

“I have no business with you. You are a corrupt and karma got the best out of you.”

The people coming in and out of the convenience store didn’t seem notice the situation. Everyone was busy in their own world. Avery thought of running or screaming but John was too close to her. He could easily jump onto her and hurt her. He didn’t seem to be thinking properly.

“You can have me now. Isn’t this what you waited? Oh wait, you just want my money.” Every time he spoke, he took a step. His eyes were full of anger.

Avery laughed, “You already know that since day 1. I offered my time and body to do. I was loyal throughout the relationship. Don’t tell me your wife still sucked at pleasuring you.”

He immediately grabbed her hand, “I want my life back, you whore!” Now that he was close, his face was full of dirt like he did not take a bath for a few days. He was the total opposite of what she remembered.

She frowned as she tried to let go of his grip but it just tightened. He smiled and he leaned closer to her, “I will make you pay, Avery.”

Avery laughed once again and used all her strength to move away. “I doubt that’s gonna happen, John. You will go to jail.” He got something from his pocket. Her eyes widen as she was looking where to run off to. “I will after I kill you.”

As she took one step, he prepared himself to jump onto her. But this failed when a loud thud was hurt. In an instant, John was on the floor. Avery’s heart was beating fast. She fell on her knees as it finally got weak.

She can see the man who helped her walk to her. It doesn’t look like the police. Her body was so stiff to move so she couldn’t look who it is.

“Are you okay? I received your text.”