StarNovelChapter 1243 The corners of Hans’ mouth curled into a gentle smile.
“You've been doing such a fabulous job running the company. | figured | might as well hand over a chunk of the conglomerate to you. I've seen you handle several businesses efficiently, so | thought, what's one more? | trust you, Bella." So, Hans didn't mind her juggling multiple businesses and even believed she could handle more. Should she feel flattered or overwhelmed? “Also, we're planning to announce your identity to the world." Hans shared this in the elevator, looking at his sister affectionately.
"Oh." Arabella's reaction was nonchalant, as if she had been expecting this news for a long time. Her expression remained calm.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtHans seemed a bit surprised. Did Arabella not want her identity to be known to the world? Or had she been anticipating this for so long that the initial excitement had worn off? “We messed up,” Hans confessed. “We were initially worried about how our grandparents would take it, and we didn't want a massive influx of relatives and friends disturbing you, so we kept it under wraps." Arabella's concerns were elsewhere. The power forces behind the scenes hadn't been completely eradicated.
With less than a month until the announcement.
“What are you thinking, Bella?” Hans asked, noticing her deep in thought.
“Nothing.” Arabella shifted her gaze. She would have to deal with whatever cher way. She knew Clark was probably speeding up his own plans.
As the elevator doors slid open, Arabella followed Hans through the well-lit, spacious corridor that showcased the grandeur of the Collins Group. Every corner, every piece of decor, spoke volumes about their lofty status and refined taste.
Hans pushed open the door to his office and gestured for Bella to enter. Julian was at the door.
"Miss Bella, I'll make you a cup of coffee. Mr. Collins has stocked up on so many coffee beans, they're almost teaching their expiry date! And Mr. Collins was planning on picking you up before the meeting, but when he reached the garage, your car was already there, and you'd already headed out." Hans hadn't expected such a chatty Julian. He gave him a side glance and Julian stifled his laughter.
“Hans, you were going to pickup?" Arabella asked, her eyes gleaming. “| know my way around. There was no need." “Just thought I'd help out since it's your first day here." Hans quided her over to the seating area. "Csit here." Arabella settled into the couch, taking in the ambiance of Hans' office. The stately, yet understated decor Mirrored Hans’ personality.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmThe office was even more spacious and tastefully decorated than her office at Queen Abby.
“We've got your favorite snacks here" Hans suddenly stood up to fetch them. "Take a look and see which one you want. I'll help you open it." “can do it myself” Arabella was surprised to find that Hans had stocked up on so many of her favorite snacks.
It reminded her of her visit to Romeo's office, where he had a whole cabfull of snacks waiting for her.
It was clear that Hans had been looking forward to her visit.
With that thought, her eyes softened. She opened a snack, tasted one and then offered it to Hans. "Try one" Hans usually didn't indulge in snacks, but seeing the invitation in Bella's eyes, he accepted and took a bite, his gaze filled with affection.
"How's everything with the Temple family?" Hans asked casually. "Did Crystal's parents seem to be feeling any better when you visited?" “Losing their only daughter has been hard on them. They're still grieving. Celeste has fainted a few times from crying, and Alger almost collapsed’ Bella shared honestly.
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