Chapter 1281: Gentle Refusal

Chapter 1281: Gentle Refusal

However, Ayan didn't know what he really wanted to do at the moment.

While Ayan was resting, Kian handed him a cup of warm water. After

all, in such occasions, Ayan wouldn't drink anything given by anyone

other than his secretary, Kian. It was a rule that Kian personally took

care of providing him with things, rather than delegating it to someone

else.

As Kian handed him the water, he whispered, "Mr. Simpson, what is Mr.

Tillery's purpose? When we collaborated with him before, he seemed to

be testing us. Could it be that this project has seen our abilities and

wants to recruit us?"

After Kian finished speaking, Ayan didn't respond and just had a

serious expression on his face, pondering about something. Kian

couldn't read Ayan’s thoughts and could only remain silent.

There was a brief moment of silence, and then Mr. Tillery's assistant

approached the two of them and greeted them. Speaking fluent

English, he said to Ayan, "Mr. Simpson, Mr. Tillery invites you to sit with

him and meet his family. This is a rare opportunity. Even many partners

of Tillery Group rarely get to meet Mr. Tillery's family. Mr. Tillery holds

Mr. Simpson in high regard, especially as a young and talented

individual like yourself.”

Mr. Tillery's assistant's words made Kian involuntarily look at Ayan, and

their eyes met briefly. Only then did Ayan speak calmly, "Wouldn't it be

too presumptuous? There are so many people at the reception today,

and since Mr. Tillery's intention is not to let everyone know, I think it

would be better not to meet. After all, attracting attention and

speculation from others is generally not a good thing."

Ayan politely declined.

They were just business partners, and it didn't seem necessary to

introduce each other. It would be appropriate to introduce them if they

were all from Hance City, but why bother when they were from different

worlds?

Ayan didn't want to invite trouble and wasn't interested in socializing

with irrelevant people.

So he refused.

Of course, Mr. Tillery's assistant understood his refusal from his words.

His expression changed slightly, and he said calmly, "Mr. Simpson, are

you sure about not meeting? This is a rare opportunity. After all, Mr.

Tillery genuinely considers you a friend, which is why he wanted to

introduce his family to you."

Ayan smiled faintly and replied, “Thank you for Mr. Tillery's kind offer. I

appreciate it, but the occasion today is ultimately not suitable.”

Ayan persisted, and Mr. Tillery's assistant couldn't continue to insist.

After the assistant left, Ayan put down the cup in his hand, and his

expression gradually became gentle.

Kian asked in a low voice, "Mr. Simpson, what does Mr. Tillery mean?"

Ayan replied calmly, "Go and find out who Mr. Tillery's family members

are.”

"Alright," Kian nodded lightly and asked with some concern, "What

about you?"

"It's fine. I'll sit here for a while. We'll leave after midnight,” Ayan said

indifferently.

Kian felt relieved, and as for Ayan's mention of "after midnight,” it was

naturally referring to the local time.

There were still about twenty minutes left, so it wasn't long, and nothing

significant would likely happen.

Ayan sat in the rest area, and during that time, many people came to

talk to him, but he handled it with ease.

This process lasted for a while until Kian finished his investigation and

returned.

Ayan stood up and then apologized to the people around him before

following Kian to the side.

He asked, "How did the investigation go?"

Kian whispered, "Mr. Simpson, Mr. Tillery seems to be interested in

your abilities and Simpson Group, so he wants to make some plans."

Kian truthfully informed Ayan about the information he had just found

out. The more Ayan listened, the more his face turned grim, and in the

end, his eyes became particularly cold.

The atmosphere became heavy and tense. Kian said softly, "What

should we do now? I think tonight he wants to reject you without

confronting so many people, that's why he's doing this."

Ayan replied indifferently, “Let's go back to the room and discuss."

Ayan asked Kian to greet Mr. Tillery's assistant and then left the table,

using the excuse of being new and feeling unwell.

Back in the hotel room, with a worried tone, Kian asked, "Mr. Simpson,

what should we do now?"

Ayan sat on the couch, his expression becoming even more

unpleasant.

He said calmly, "Contact Horace and ask him to come tomorrow.”

After Horace came abroad, he went directly to Grace's place. They

were currently in the honeymoon phase, considering they hadn't seen

each other for a long time. It was already a long-distance relationship.

So, calling Horace to come over now seemed a bit inappropriate, right?

Although Horace's place was not far from here where Grace lived, Kian

asked uncertainly, "Do you really want Mr. Burris to come?"

"Yes, ask him to come, and if he can't bear to leave Grace, tell them

both to come. I have something to discuss with him."

Ayan insisted, and Kian could only nod and comply.

It was already late, and Ayan didn't want to be busy anymore. Since

they were staying in a suite, he gave instructions and then returned to

his room.

He took a shower and went straight to bed to rest.

Only by resting well could he come up with the best course of action.

So, he slept peacefully, focused on nothing else.

The next day.

Hance City.

Camille woke up around 7:30 in the morning.

Timmy had to go to kindergarten at 8:30, so she wanted to make a

sandwich for him early.

It was still early, and she didn't need to rush. She took photos of each

step and sent them all to Ayan.

At this time, Ayan was still sleeping, so she didn't expect a response

from him. After all, they had talked last night, and their dissatisfaction

had been resolved.

Perhaps that's how it is between spouses. They need to be willing to

communicate to get along better and better.

Camille made a sandwich for Timmy and warmed a glass of milk.

Timmy went downstairs with the nanny.

When Timmy saw Camille in the dining room, he was overjoyed.

The nanny said, "He wanted to go to your room as soon as he arrived.

When he didn't see you, he thought you had already left."

Camille's heart ached as she listened, so she quickly sat Timmy in his

high chair and said, "Mommy made this for you. Try it, is it tasty?"

Timmy clapped happily and then drank the milk and ate the sandwich.

Children are happy, and everything tastes good to them, especially

since Timmy is not a picky eater, so he thought it was even more

delicious.

After eating half a sandwich and drinking half a glass of milk, Timmy,

along with the nanny and the driver-bodyguard, left for kindergarten.

Camille didn't accompany him. She didn't want to skip a day because

then Timmy would feel disappointed if she didn't accompany him

tomorrow. It was better to maintain the usual routine.

After Timmy went to kindergarten, Camille turned around and headed

back inside the house. She also had to go to the office later.

Talia and Fletcher were having breakfast in the dining room. Camille

returned to the dining room and sat down. Everyone was enjoying the

sandwiches she made.