She Is A CEO

Chapter 1037 Seeking Help

However, Eve finally confessed and Lauren breathed a sigh of relief. He smiled and said, "But she did one thing right. I really do like you being close to me."

"Lauren..." Eve couldn't look into Lauren's eyes anymore and quickly lowered her head. But this time, in the drunken night sky, Lauren wouldn't let her escape again.

Eve's first kiss was finally given to Lauren. But because Lauren kissed her, for three days straight she couldn't bring herself to look at him directly in the eye. It made him both heartbroken and amused but at least she had returned to her usual self.

Libby had been staying in Athegate for almost three months now. Even if she was slow on the uptake, she slowly realized that her son always found reasons for her to stay longer than planned. What was even stranger was that every time they spoke on the phone, his husband expressed how much he missed her but never once came to visit while she stayed away from home this long for the first time.

With doubts still lingering in her mind, Libby couldn't help but ask Casper about returning back home again just as he seemed upset lately, which led him to snap back at his mother when asked about it. "What? Do you not like your own son? Nia ran off with someone else so are you saying that my own mother doesn't want to stay by my side?"

Libby had never seen Casper so angry before, which caused a wave of fear wash over here as she stuttered out an excuse, "But your father is getting older now and I can't leave him alone..."

"What does he need taking care of? He has plenty of subordinates around him while I'm constantly surrounded by enemies here in Athegate! To make matters worse, people are making fun of me being cuckolded! This is when I need you by my side more than ever, mom! Why don't you understand?" Casper softened his tone slightly after seeing how pale Libby's face turned from fear. However, Libby continued testing his patience as she forced herself forward, "But you're busy everyday now so we only get together once a week. I'm bored staying here all alone. I should go back home satying with your father."

Even though Libby wasn't actually his biological mother, there were limits even Casper could take before snapping back fiercely, "Mom! I'm keeping you here out of filial piety towards you! Don't leave me when I need you most or else..."

"Or else what?" In his eyes, Libby saw an intense anger brewing within them, causing even her voice lowering down into seriousness too.

"Mom," Casper suddenly laughed, with a hint of disdain in his laughter. He reached out and placed a hand on Libby's shoulder, saying, "You rest well. I will make sure my subordinates take good care of you. You just need to relax."

Libby had been with her husband for many years and had also been involved in the underworld. At this moment, she could see the threat in her son's eyes clearly and dared not think about leaving.

"I understand. I will stay here with you properly, but..." Libby's thoughts sank as she raised her hand to touch the hand that Casper had placed on her shoulder. She smiled lightly and said, "You should come back more often to keep me company."

Casper thought his intimidation was effective and laughed, "Of course."

"I made soup today. I'll go get it for you," Libby said lovingly as she removed Casper's hand from her shoulder and walked straight towards the kitchen. However, when she turned away from her son, the smile on her face disappeared completely.

After this conversation, Casper even more blatantly ordered his subordinates to accompany Libby at all times; even if she made a phone call, they would inquire about it - their monitoring intentions were clear - which caused Libby to start planning.

Another week passed by, before using boredom as an excuse for staying at home, Libby persuaded her son into agreeing that she could go out for a walk alone without anyone following along. Since Casper was cautious, he agreed outwardly while having his subordinates follow closely behind instead.

However, when she really got outside, it wasn't possible for any of Casper's underlings to control anything, let alone someone like her who was actively trying not be found. Amidst bustling streets within moments they lost sight of each other.

The subordinate immediately contacted Casper, explaining what happened, which caused him to fly into a rage. Casper ordered Leon's men over there immediately so they can search together while he called himself only finding that he couldn't reach anyone since all lines were busy or shut off, causing him an ominous feeling inside.Exclusive content © by Nô(v)el/Dr/ama.Org.

Meanwhile, during multiple inquiries already conducted by now, Libby had arrived at Webbex Group building front entrance. After thinking things through thoroughly, she realized how she didn't have any acquaintances or friends around except Lucia whom she met once before and who seemed kind-hearted gentle person getting along well with both Nia and their child too. So, maybe Lucia can help answer some questions?

When Lucia learned from Gracie that Libby had come to the company to find her, she was also very surprised. If her guess was correct, Casper should have sent someone to watch her all the time. If Libby could take risks to herself, she must have noticed something, so Lucia dared not ignore her. Gracie hurried Libby to her office.

Libby walked straight into Lucia's office, her face still showing signs of panic as if Casper could find her at any moment.

"Mrs. Wood, what brings you here?" Lucia quickly greeted Libby and pretended to be unaware of her current state.

"Um..." Even after sitting down, Libby was still restless and forgot to respond to Lucia's greeting.

Lucia remained silent and had Gracie bring hot tea for Libby. It wasn't until the warmth of the tea filled her hands that she began to calm down slightly. Turning towards Lucia's warm smile helped ease Libby's nerves. Knowing time was running out, she spoke up,

"Ms. Webb, I have something I want to ask you."

"What is it? Please go ahead, Mrs. Wood."

"Well... it was originally a personal matter but since I couldn't find anyone else to ask..."

"Just say it outright, Mrs. Wood. As long as it is something I know about, I won't hide anything from you," Lucia smiled reassuringly.

Lucia's smile had a magical power that put people at ease, which allowed Libby to voice out her doubts while Lucia explained everything in detail for her.

Two hours later when Casper's subordinates found Libby outside an open-air coffee shop. Upon seeing them, she immediately lashed out,

"You're unbelievable! You got lost in the city center and made me come look for you instead! My feet are tired from all this walking just so I can rest here!"

Libby scolded the subordinate who initially monitored her harshly before continuing on with a softer tone.

"Mrs. Wood, why did you turn off your phone?" The subordinate lowered his head guiltily before asking quietly.

"It can't be helped if my phone ran out of battery but don't worry about it anymore. Casper sent someone else looking already so let's just go back." With a nonchalant tone in response, Libby left with them without another word spoken between them again.