Chater 9:Why is she here?

Stefan had heard the rumors, and he wasn't excited about the news either. Jerry, his assistant, felt bad for the young lady and wanted to offer help. "Boss, should we do something?" he asked.

"Don't bother; leave it," Stefan replied.

"But sir, it wouldn't be pleasant

"I know women. They are snakes. They tend to inflict pain on others," he said.Stefan didn't respond, his demeanor unbothered.

"Please, master, Stefan, reconsider."

Stefan gave Jerry an icy glare. He had already warned her to stay away from that guy, the Ashdown guy. But now, she refused. "She should deal with it," he said.

Jerry didn't want to say anything further, not wanting to offend his boss. "Okay, boss," he said. "If that is all, I will be leaving." He walked away.

Stefan wanted to see what would happen. In truth, he had told Iyan about him to inform his brother, Ryan, to stay away from Micah, his wife. "Tell your brother to stay away from my wife," he had said.

Iyan wasn't surprised; he knew that Stefan could get any information he wanted. The fact that he was Ryan's brother wasn't a surprise to him. Stefan could gather information anywhere, anytime. Iyan suspected he must have known from the beginning before working with him.Stefan looked at the two invitation cards he had received from his friend Aiden. He decided not to take Micah; he would pick someone else. He was really angry with her. he thought. In a meeting where Iyan had urged everyone to work hard, stay focused, and mind their own business. Afterward, as everyone returned to their respective tables, Stella suddenly caught wind of an important announcement about the Derulo family's upcoming gathering. This event would showcase the young business heir stepping into the professional world, and it was widely known that the family was immensely wealthy and influentialThe invitation to this exclusive gathering was highly coveted, and Stella was determined to attend. "Did you see this news? It's trending about the handsome heir!" she exclaimed. Sabrina chimed in, enthusiasm brimming in her voice, "Can you imagine? If we manage to get tickets, we could rub shoulders with some A-list actresses and meet some hot, rich guys!"

Meanwhile, Rose rolled her eyes, though many around them were captivated by the lively discussion. Whispers filled the air as people exchanged thoughts about the event. Everyone had heard the rumors about a gathering featuring celebrities, wealthy politicians, and movie stars all in one place. The buzz was palpable, and the excitement was infectious—everyone wanted to attend.

Lost in her thoughts, Micah wondered if Stephan would be going. Just then, Ryan and Iyan unexpectedly received an invitation card. "Who could have invited us?" Iyan asked, curiosity piqued as he placed the black glittering card on the table, it wouldn't be Stephan because he knew he had been their business partner for Micah's sake he could tell and, so who might have possible invited them, Ryan and Iyan thought.

Micah longed for Stephan to come back home. It had been over a week since he last visited, and her worry had begun to grow. Had something happened? She had tried reaching out, but when she called, he claimed he was busy with work. And Jerry felt bad for the lady he knew Stephan was trying to punish her. Just when they were attempting to grow closer, he seemed to be pulling away from her. She was left wondering if she had done something wrong. The sadness and pain of his absence weighed heavily on her, especially since he hadn't even bothered to send a message or check in with her.As the days dragged on, Ryan made an effort to connect with Micah. They found themselves in the cafeteria, where Ryan sat opposite her and apologized for not talking recently. "I didn't mean to distance myself," he admitted, "but I wanted to avoid any misunderstandings. People have been assuming the worst." Micah understood his concerns; they were just rumors, after all Julia, a girl from their office, sat nearby, listening in on their conversation. Micah couldn't help but reflect on how the rumors surrounding her and Stephan had subsided. People no longer looked at her with suspicion, and even Olivia had apologized for misjudging her. Micah graciously accepted the apology, feeling grateful for the shift in perception

You look stressed out are you fine?" Ryan asked, his concern evident. "I'm fine," she replied, though her heart felt heavy. Then Ryan surprised her with an invitation: "Would you like to come with me to a very important gathering? It's a gala hosted by the Derulo family." He explained that he had received an invitation from a friend who was Well connected

Micah hesitated. Though intrigued, she ultimately declined Ryan's invitation. She could see the disappointment in his eyes, but she felt it was best. Later that day, upon returning home, she received a call from Jerry. He informed her that Stephan would be attending the Derulo gathering party, and he wished he could extend an invitation to her. But he couldn't Micah thanked Jerry, for informing her, her mind racing with thoughts of telling Stephan, why hadn't he mentioned it to her? She thought.

Micah decided to accept Ryan's invitation after all, she wanted to talk to him in the thought of attending. The pary was only a day away, and Jerry had already managed to have a beautiful dress picked out for her. She thanked Jerry joy filled her heart as she was worried on what she would wear she thanked God for the opportunity and hoped it would bring her closer to Stephan once again.

Ryan went to pick up Micah that evening, and she wore a stunning dress adorned with galaxy designs. Her hair was elegantly tied in a bun, and she paired the look with modest black heels. As she stood before the mirror, she felt a surge of anticipations and Ryan, seeing her, couldn't help but wish she were his wife. She looked breathtaking, and he had the urge to kiss her. You look stunning," he complimented, his eyes filled with admiration. Micah smiled in appreciation and replied, "You look dashing yourself. He flashed her his cute charming smile" With a gentle touch, he opened the car door for her, Judith, was in the verender watching from a distance. They looked like a couple, and the sight stirred a pang of jealousy within her. Why is she constantly surrounded by handsome, wealthy men? she thought, deciding she should inform Master Stephan.

Judith sent a message to Stephan, letting him know that Micah was dressed up and attending a party with the same man who had dropped her home last time. However, Stephan had not received the message yet. Meanwhile, as Micah and Ryan headed to the party, she felt a wave of nerves wash over her. This was no ordinary party it would be crowded with influential and affluent guests, including A -list actors and actresses, and she knew Stephan would be there.

Ryan sensed her anxiety. They arrived at the bustling venue, and soon after, Stephan received Judith's text. His excitement surged. "Sisters in-law is here!" he exclaimed, quickly heading out to find her. Stephan was irritated that Micah was with an unknown man, and Aiden, who had been listening, could see that Stephan's anger was palpable.Meanwhile, Micah and Ryan entered the party and made their way up the elevator. Fortunately, they bypassed the throngs of reporters and went unnoticed as they stepped into the lively atmosphere. However, as they walked in, all eyes were drawn to them, amplifying Micah's nervousness. Surrounded by a crowd of elegantly dressed attendees showcasing luxurious styles, she was grateful for her own beautiful dress.

"Wow, who is she? She looks stunning!" one lady remarked, nudging her friend. "And who is the guy with her? Are they a couple?" another chimed in, their curiosity palpable. The first lady wondered aloud, "He looks handsome and familiar."

From a distance, Stephan watched the unfolding scene. His gaze fell on Micah and Ryan, who were engaged in conversation with a few other guests. When Micah unexpectedly looked up, their eyes locked for a split second, and her heart skipped a beat. He seemed to wear a look of confusion, as though questioning her presence at the gathering, which further unsettled her.

Then, she noticed Genevieve walking towards Stephan, and she quickly looked away feeling a wave of discomfort wash over her. The presence of Genevieve, made her feel uneasy and out of place.