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“Understood.” She nodded calmly while resigning herself to the situation. Shirley followed behind Zacharias and entered the elevator, while the bodyguard had to stay downstairs. This was the highest level of meeting, so bodyguards were not allowed in; only assistants were permitted.
As soon as she entered the elevator, her expression visibly tightened. At that moment, a deep male voice asked, “Are you nervous?”
She nodded without hesitating. “I’m just an intern bodyguard.”
“Relax. It’s just a routine conversation.” Zacharias reassured her.
Shirley took a deep breath to calm her nerves. They reached the sixth floor, and Zacharias walked ahead. They entered a luxurious meeting room, and Zacharias immediately smiled and greeted a foreign guest, who stood up to welcome them too, with a graceful demeanor.
They shook hands, exchanged warm smiles, and conversed in Chinese. Zacharias exuded a calm and commanding presence while displaying wisdom and convincing power in his words despite his age.
Shirley also smiled and greeted the two people, then watched as they chatted while walking toward the couch..
Shirley sat in one of the nearby chairs along with the other person’s assistant. Just by looking at the blonde-haired, blue eyed female assistant sitting beside her, she could tell that the person next to her was not a simple individual.
Fortunately, the atmosphere between Zacharias and the foreign guest was very good and they mostly focused on fostering friendship: between the two countries without involving conflicting interests.
Shirley’s gaze had to stay on Zacharias as she observed every expression and gesture of the man. It was evident that he had earned his position through capability and not luck.
Luckily, such conversations usually didn’t last too long. After almost an hour, the foreign assistant reminded her boss about the time and indicated they had to catch a flight.
The guest stood up, shook hands with Zacharias, and even hugged him as a friendly farewell ritual. Zacharias accompanied the guest to the elevator, and as the guest entered, Shirley finally sighed in relief.
Zacharias had toned down his friendliness. He turned to Shirley, who was sitting on the couch, and said, “Tell them I want to rest here for a while.”
She immediately picked up her earpiece, communicated with the captain, and conveyed Zacharias’ request.
“Received. Take good care of Mr. Flintstone,” the captain responded.
“Understood,” she replied. After that, Shirley’s gaze shifted to the man on the couch. He did nothing. He just sat there and rested. She noticed his tea was finished, so she walked over and poured another cup for him.
He turned to look at her and she stepped back. He sipped the tea and suddenly asked, “Are you afraid of death?”
Shirley didn’t expect him to bring up such a serious question out of nowhere. Without much thought, she replied, “Yes.”
“If you’re afraid of death, why choose this. profession?” Zacharias raised an eyebrow while looking at her. Shirley thought for a moment before saying, “I’m afraid of death because it allows me to enhance my professional abilities, not because
I’m afraid of being in this line of work.””
He chuckled while his gaze lingered on her for a few seconds. Upon feeling his scrutiny, she unconsciously lowered her head. This man emitted a dangerous aura of seeing through everything and it wouldn’t be fun if he uncovered her identity.
After finishing the tea, he stood up and said to her, “Let’s go! Accompany me to the White House.”
Shirley felt as if her head just exploded and her breath started becoming rapid. This man was going to the White House?
Just when she thought the worst wouldn’t happen! Zacharias’ ink-black eyes lingered on her face for a few seconds. Then, as if changing his mind, he said, “Oh! I have other things to attend to. I won’t go there today!” She finally breathed a sigh of relief upon hearing this.
He took the lead into the elevator. There was a silent and amused smile on his lips. Shirley lowered her head and followed him into the elevator before standing behind him..
Zacharias’ convoy departed, but Shirley didn’t sit with him this time. Instead, she followed another car back to his residence.
When Shirley returned to the Flintstone Residence, Corinne suddenly appeared and stopped her. “Imogen, what tricks did you use? Why does Mr. Flintstone always ask you to do things and not me?”
Shirley was taken aback. She replied calmly, “I didn’t use any tricks. You should ask Mr. Flintstone about that.”
“I certainly can’t ask him, but I know you must have done something.” Corinne thought it must be the case. Otherwise, how could she receive such treatment?
Shirley really couldn’t explain this to her. She was also puzzled as to why Zacharias always gave her orders. Of course, if he didn’t give her any tasks, she would be more relaxed.
“Imogen, don’t do anything sneaky behind my back or try to seduce Mr. Flintstone. If I find out, you’re done for, Corinne threatened.
Shirley frowned. Why did Corinne always assume she was interested in Zacharias? Honestly, this man was outstanding, but Shirley already had someone in her heart and wouldn’t entertain thoughts about other men. Besides, she was a bit afraid of Zacharias deep down.
In the evening, Zacharias’ convoy stopped outside the gate, and the car he was in stopped at the entrance of the hall.
Shirley and Corinne immediately went to welcome him. He got out of the car while holding a suit jacket in his hand.
Corinne quickly stepped forward to take it from him.
Corinne was secretly happy while hugging the man’s suit, and her heartbeat accelerated. While she went to hang the suit up, she even leaned in to take a sniff. The woody scent of the man, which was refreshing and pleasant, made her heart flutter.
“Imogen, make me a cup of tea,” Zacharias instructed before going upstairs. Shirley hurriedly responded, “Certainly. Right away.”
He went upstairs, and Corinne immediately took over the task. “Imogen, let me handle this. You go tidy up the kitchen. I’m going to prepare dinner after this.”
Shirley was happy to comply. She nodded. “Sure.”
Corinne was skilled in the art of tea-making, so her tea-brewing skills were good. After preparing the tea, she carried it upstairs. Zacharias heard a knock on the door and said, “Come in.”
However, when he saw Corinne entering, he frowned slightly. Corinne placed the tea on his desk and smiled. “Mr.
Flintstone, your tea.”
“Thank you,” Zacharias said very politely while flipping through his documents. Corinne sensibly exited the room. After she left, he let out a slight sigh of annoyance. Then, he took out his laptop and entered the most advanced system..
His slender fingers tapped away while entering: a name-Shirley Lloyd. Detailed information about her quickly appeared, along with a somewhat youthful photo. Zacharias’ gaze was fixed on the picture as he muttered, “Not much change from childhood.”
Then, he entered the name Imogen Young. The result displayed was that of a girl from a middle-class background, along with her photo. He smiled amusingly. “You’re quite capable, seeing as you dare to infiltrate my residence.”
This statement seemed to carry both praise and a hint of annoyance.
An incident from nineteen years ago flashed in Zacharias’ mind. At that time, he was ten years old and went to play at the
White House. He got lost and searched for an exit for a long time but couldn’t find one.
Finally, he encountered a four-year-old girl. Shel was cute and enthusiastic. She guided him. through the complex gardens of the White House and led him out..
When they parted ways, the little girl introduced herself. “Hello, my name is Shirley Lloyd. Will you come to play with me in the future?”
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