Oscar called Lewis and Rosaline following Adamâs departure.
The couple arrived in a hurry at Rykerâs residence in less than thirty minutes. Rosaline managed to bring Oscar some homemade cookies despite the urgency.
Lewis was uneasy about this. His father would not just randomly invite them over. It must have something to do with their son. Lewis went straight to the point, âDad, tell us whatâs going on.â
Rosaline offered the snacks to Oscar and concurred, âThatâs right, Dad. I made these sugar-free cookies for you. Please try it out.
Oscar had no appetite for cookies. He said, âPut it aside for now.â
Rosaline and Lewis felt worse about this.
âAre you aware of Abelâs situation?â Oscar questioned him gravely./
The situation with Ryker Groupâs overseas business partners was unknown to the couple, but they were aware of Abelâs accomplishments.
Lewis said, âDad, ever since Abel took over the business, he has run it superbly. I didnât praise him because heâs my son. Everyone can see how successful he is and I think youâre aware of it too.â
Rosaline chimed in, âYes, Dad. Under Abelâs direction, the group has grown several business channels and brands. Weâve got a significant influence internationally.â
Oscar sighed and responded, âI know. Unfortunately, a man with his abilities would get involved with that little witch. I felt infuriated at the thought of that!â
Rosaline said, âIâll persuade Abel to stay away from Emmeline. This time, he put his life in danger to save her. It would be unacceptable if she persisted in bugging him.â
âItâs not just that,â Oscar remarked.
âAbel probably wouldnât be able to get back the money he used in time. The military order he signed may take effect!â
âWhat?â
Lewis and Rosalinda were taken aback by the news that they had almost fallen off the sofa.
âDad, are you going to take away Abelâs position as CEO?â
âDad, Abel doesnât deserve this!â
âPlease reconsider. Abel has done well!â
âYes, Dad, please give him another chance!â
Oscar asked, âSo, none of you are aware of the situation with our Loverseas business partners?â
Lewis remained silent and shook his head. Rosaline also shook her head.
Oscar revealed, âThey have all we ceased their brand operations. Abel canât recover the money in the short term. Rykerâs group capital chain will rupture!â
Lewis and his wife were stunned by the news.
Abel was counting on his foreign business partners to retrieve the money. Abelâs funding would be cut off if they stopped operating, right?
Rosaline gritted her teeth and chided, âEmmeline! Iâm not going to let you off the hook!â
Emmeline sneezed, âAchoo! Achoo!â
Director Faughn asked, âWhatâs the matter, Emma? Donât tell me youâve caught a cold. We still need to film a few scenes.â
Emmeline rubbed her nose and said, âItâs nothing. Iâm not sure who cursed me!â
âThen letâs carry on with the shooting. Everyone, get ready!â
Two days later, Emmeline was performing stunts at the studios.
Her phone rang right after they were done with the scene. Emmeline picked up the phone and saw it was Timothyâs number.
She quickly answered the call and asked excitedly, âTimmy? How are you?â
A cold and silvery voice came through, âIâm Mrs. Ryker. Can we meet, Emmeline?â
Emmeline remained silent for some time. Her heart skipped a beat, and she asked, âIs something wrong with Timothy?â
Rosaline said, âMy grandson is doing well. Itâs about Abel.â
âAbel? What happened to him?â Emmeline inquired while experiencing anxiety and a tightness in her chest.
Rosaline sneered, âHow could you not know? Has his favor slipped your mind? My son had spent a fortune to save you!â
Emmeline said solemnly, âAuntie Rosaline, Iâm listening, just explain whatâs going on.â
âLetâs meet and talk. I had to borrow Timothyâs phone because I donât have your number.â
Emmeline said, âOkay, I still have some work to do, but I should be finished in about an hour. Tell me where youâd like to meet, and Iâll meet you there.â
Rosaline said, âMeet me at the Nimbus Hotel. Thereâs a tea room on the west side of the first-floor lobby.â
Emmeline nodded and said, âOkay, I get it.â