Chapter 17
With nothing to hide, Murphy simply said, “It’s Mommy. The person you’ll be receiving is my mommy, the lady of the Fletcher family! This will be her first appearance. Do you know what to do now?“.
“What? Mrs. Fletcher has finally appeared?” Roger was shocked to hear that.
He had been working for Benedict for years, and since Murphy’s arrival, his curiosity about the woman worthy of being by Benedict’s side had only
grown stronger.
half years old.
Yet, as the years passed, there was still no news of her, while Murphy was already four and a half y
Ar long last, Murphy’s mother had finally appeared!
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Suppressing his excitement, Roger cautiously asloed, “Mr. Murphy, may I ask what her name is? I need to inform the staff to avoid any mistakes when. welcoming her tomorrow.”
Murphy lifted his chin slightly, pride in his tone as he said, “Be sure to remember it. Her name is Janelle Moore!”
Roger stiently repeated the words to himself and nodded repeatedly. “That’s a great name, simple and easy to remember! Please rest assured, Mr. Murphy! Tomorrow’s reception will go perfectly. There will be no mishaps whatsoever. I’ll start the preparations now, okay?”
Murphy replied casually, “Okay. Thank you very much, Roger.”
“My pleasure!”
Roger ended the call with a smile, then looked up with a stern and dignified expression.
He promptly summoned his 100 subordinates and ordered solemnly, “Everyone, I need your full attention! I’ve got a big, serious announcement to make today!”
Everyone quickly dropped what they were doing and gathered.
Though Roger was usually friendly and warm, those who had worked with him long enough know that he only acted this seriously when handling something of utmost importance.
Moreover, there weren’t many people in the world who could make Roger feel this level of pressure. Gazing at the assembled group in front of him, Roger nodded in satisfaction and announced solemnly, guest tomorrow! Show your very best skills and prepare a grand banquer!
“Our hotel
be receiving our most
eir most esteemed
“We’ll be employing the highest standard of hospitality. If anyone dares to slip up tomorrow, I will personally throw them out of the hotel! Understood?”
Hearing this, the staff exchanged glances, feeling the pressure rise.
Someone cautiously asked, “Mr. Schmitt, you weren’t this intense even when the president receiving tomorrow? What country are they from?”
of Kranfort visited a while back. Could you tell us who we are
With a mocking snort, Roger lifted his brow “Humph, those presidents and prime ministers are nothing compared to who’s coming tomorrow! “Listen up the one coming is Mr. Murphy Fletcher’s biological mother, who’s also Mr. Fletcher’s wife and the lady of the Fletcher family! If you understand her importance, stop standing around and get moving!”
Everyone was visibly shocked by the news and immediately sprang into action
The next morning, Janelle ran out of the hospital, patting her chest in relief.
Being able to escape from Benedict again was all thanks to her mean–spirited cousin. If Catherine hadn’t diverted Benedict’s attention, she would probably be locked up in a tiny, dark room at the Fletcher residence by now,
She supposed Catherine wasn’t all that useless, after all.
After halling a taxi, she was just about to give her home address when her phone suddenly ring
She answered the call, only to hear a sickeningly familiar voice. “Janelle, it’s me meal.”
Adrian. I was wondering if you’re free later. I’d like to treat you to d
Knitting ber brows, Janelle spoke in a tone full of disgust, “Don’t make me sick, Adrian! Itching for another beating already,
Adrian’s face turned dark immediately. “Janelle!”
She had utterly humiliated him last night. He was still limping from getting slammed into the wall. If it weren’t for her beauty, he wouldn’t even bother asking her out…
Janelle moved the phone away from her ear, ready to hang up and block him.
However, sensing her intent, Adrian Immediately shouted, “Janelle! Your mother isn’t dead!“–
Janelle’s linger froze just before she could end the call.
What did he say?
For years, she had believed Quinn was dead. But the crash had always seemed strange to her. Moreover, Quinn’s body was never recovered from th scene. As such, the inciderit had been a mystery she could never quite let go:ol
And now, Adrian was telling her Quinn was not dead?
mom’s not dead? Then, where is she now? What do you know about the crash
Gripping her phone tightly, Janelle questioned in an anxious vale, “My mo
Knowing he had the upper hand, Adrian said with a smirk, “If you want the truth, come to Velmont Hotel. Once I meet you there, I’ll tell you everything With that, confident she would come, Adrian hang up.
Janelle stared at her phone, frustration simmering in her chest.
Of course she couldn’t just ignore anything related to Quinn. Even if it was just a sliver of hope and even if it might be one of Adrian’s lies, she had no chipice but to wall into the trap.
Janelle looked up at the driver. “I need to get to Velmont Hotel.
The cas turned around. With an ley expression, Janelle texted Murphy, “Baby, something came up. I’ll be home a little later. Be good, okay?”
Not long after, a reply came in. “Momany, where are you going?”
Upon seeing his message, she hesitated for a moment before replying, “I’m going to Velmont Hotel to meet a friend.”
She hit send, but she didn’t get a response. It was as if she had never even sent the message.
She leaned back in her seat, sighed softly, and closed her eyes for some shut–eye.
Little did Janelle know that the very man she had been trying so hard to avoid was at Velmont Hotel, a hotel owned by Fletcher Group, at that exact moment, checking on the operations
Ethan was standing beside Benedict, respectfully reporting, “Mr. Fletcher, this is the hotel’s performance for last quarter. Revenue is up about 11% year-
over–year
“Our real estate
tourism, and entertainment divisions are all experiencing stable growth, with the jewelry business also on an upward trajectory. With an indifferent and cold expression, Benedict said, “If my memory serves me right, our Jewelry division is holding an exhibition soon, right?”
Ethan held back his excitement, saying, “Yes, Mr. Fletcher. But the design phase for the exhibition won’t start for another two weeks. We’re currently in the process of recruiting jewelry designers.
“We’ve already invited several renowned designers in the jewelry industry, but so far, we haven’t been able to contact Kay…”
Kay was a world–class jewelry designer. In recent years, many luxury brands had collaborated with them, making Kay a symbol of the high–end jewelry world.
With a sigh, Ethan added, “Mr. Fletcher, if we can get Kay on board for the exhibition, it’ll be a huge boost for our jewelry division internationally. But Kay has been living abroad and is notoriously hard to track.”
Benedict responded flatly, “Find a way to invite them. As long as you can get thein to come, we can raise the budget. Make it happen.” “Understood.”
just then, a few staff members nearby could be heard whispering, “I was off yea
yesterday, but heard Mr. Murphy has invited Mrs. Fletcher here for a meal.
“Of course it’s true. He was super serious about it and even personally took care of all the arrangements yesterday.
“And seeing that Mr. Fletcher is also here, it would seem that Mr. Murphy wasn’t lying.”
“Oh, my God, Lean’t believe I’ll get to see her in person! I’m so excited!”
“What are you all talking about?”
The employees were chatting away when Ethan suddenly stormed over, his face dark with anger
“What nonsense are you gossiping about? Don’t you know that discussing Mr. Fletcher’s private matters is strictly forbidden? Do you all still want to keep your jobs?
Mrs. Fletcher? Since when had there been a Mirs, Fletcher?
