Chapter 616
Sweet Subterfuge
Kevan didnât spend much time at the hospital, Besides meeting Larissa, he had an important task to accomplish during his visit to Aldovia -to exchange information and strategize with Gary.
When Garyâs meeting ended, Lewis drove Kevan to Blue Star Shippingâs headquarters which was located in the heart of Westonia. Westonia was one of the most developed cities in Aldovia, and many internationally renowned companies had their headquarters established here.
As they drove away from the hospital, they were surrounded by lowering buildings, which lined up on both sides of the road, blocking the blue sky. Even the sunlight couldnât reach the pedestrians directly.
âThe pace of life here is too fast. Iâm not a fan,â Lewis chatted with Kevan while driving. Over the past few months, they had maintained constant communication, and their relationship had grown closer than before.
Kevan looked out the window, observing the hurried whiteâcollar workers holding their coffee cups, and didnât find this scene unfamiliar. Hence, he replied, âWell, youâll see a similarly fast pace at CBD in Bartham too.â
âThings are better back home.â Lewis sighed and continued. âRacial discrimination is quite an issue here. Just look at Gary; he holds a high position. And yet, occasionally, he still faces condescension and sabotage from those locals.â
Kevan had always focused on his career back home. Although Microworks Corporallon collaborated with some foreign companies, its standing in the highâtech industry had never been underestimated, so he couldnât fully relate to Garyâs experience.
âWhen Gary and Lari first acknowledged each other, he thought about gradually moving the companyâs operations back home to be with her. But later, he realized that there are too many safety concems there. So, now heâs going through the immigration process for her, so she can stay in Aldovia permanently.â Lewis glanced at Kevan through the rearview mirror and said meaningfully, âYour path ahead is filled with challenges. Be prepared for a long battle.â
From the moment he found out that Gary was Larissaâs biological father, Kevan anticipated the multitude of difficulties that would come his way.
âIâm addressing those safety concems one by one. I just need one more month.â Kevan replied. The Seymour family had fallen, his two uncles were entangled in legal troubles, and their only patron, Cody, was about to be unable to protect them anymore. Just one more month and no one would be able to threaten Larissaâs safety ever again.
âThe things youâre telling me wonât change anything. Save them for when you talk to Gary later.
Although Lewis didnât explicitly state his stance, heâd already sided with Kevan in his heart. Unlike Gary, Lewis was not the jealous type. He could see how good Kevan was to Larissa, and he hoped that Larissa would find a good partner Kevan pursed his lips, feeling nervous at the thought of meeting Gary soon. He tightened his grip on his hands, and his palms even started to sweat.
Blue Star Shipping occupied the top two floors of the Blue Star Tower, while the other sevenly floors were leased to other companies.
Kevan had seen pictures of this towering building from a private delective before, but when he saw it in person, it felt even more grand and impressive.
Lewis took him directly to the top floor, where Gary was wailing in his office, Garyâs office wasnât as spacious as Kevanâs, but it boasted a floorâtoâceiling window that let in the bright sunlight. Even in the harsh winter, it brought in some warmth.
Gary still didnât have a good attitude when taking to Kevan âHave a sealâ Gary ordered, as he remained seated in his chair, without bothering to stand up as a symbol of welcome.
However, Kevan didnât mind, he had already grown accustomed to Garyâs behavior.