The Consortium’s Heir by Benjamin_Jnr

Chapter 162

Erin had not expected this to happen. Darius offered to support Lewis, which would undoubtedly boost the latter’s career. Those benefits would continue even if Lewis decided to leave Serene Hospital someday.

Darius arrived at the office that Erin had set up for him. He noticed the gold plaque on the door, shining brilliantly, and exuding an aura of boundless wealth.

He reached out to grab the doorknob, but once he made contact, the plaque fell. The crisp clanging that followed made him freeze. Looking down, Darius instantly noticed a silvery, metallic hue on the back of the plaque. A smile curved on his face as he commented, “It seems that there’s a thief in the hospital.” Only then did his gaze meet Erin’s.

The latter held her breath ever since the plaque fell. She never imagined this would happen.

Erin lowered her head and interlaced her fingers against her abdomen while formally apologizing, “M-My apologies, Mr. Reid! It’s my fault for not assigning tighter security.” “It’s all right.” Darius waved her off and continued, “I’m sure you’ll catch that thief. Every muscle in Erin’s body stiffened at those words. She could not comprehend the inner workings of Darius’ mind, but she knew she had to execute his every command. Hence, she nodded. “Mr. Reid. I know what to do. I promise I’ll do everything I can.” Darius nodded, indicating his approval before advancing into the office.

Since there were only a few contracts to sign in the hospital, Darius completed his work in no time. He stood up, looked at Erin, and asked, “Where are the hospital’s members of the board?”

Erin put away her phone and reported, “Sir, they’re currently at a seven-star hotel named Murray Hotel. It’s not far from our hospital.” “I’ve never heard of that place.” A puzzled look appeared on Darius’ face. “You’re correct,” Erin chimed in while nodding. “This hotel became popular quite recently. It didn’t exist before.”

“Let’s drop by,” Darius said with a nod.

“I don’t like having such formal occasions at a public space.” Darius spoke from the backseat of the car, not a trace of warmth in his tone.

clutch the

making two mistakes in a row on the same day. That was something she could not accept. Lowering her head, Erin stated, “I understand my work today has produced undesirable results. Rest

myself.”

what Darius had

his shock. It took some time before he responded, “What you just said is not the result I

before he continued, “What I want is for you to be more

end the tense conversation. Hence, she pursed her lips

his eyes. He mused, “No matter how much rest one gets, those working in corporate jobs will always feel it’s not enough. Even I get only

watched Darius through the rearview mirror. She knew Darius had rushed over

attempt at speaking softly to cushion the blow,

name

impatient look took over his face, he did not

not noticed his shock or grumpy expression. She was busy calming her racing heart after hearing Darius’ deep, husky voice when he

It froze her to the spot, causing all her bodily functions to falter. She stayed that way until Darius noticed her. Darius found it perplexing and thought, “Erin would never think of inappropriate things during work.

than usual. “Erin, I think-perhaps you

as she shook

had never once lied to her boss. Today was her only exception. In hopes of brushing things off, she lowered her gaze, allowing herself to speak in her usual tone. “I was thinking

returned to the present.” With that, she advanced toward the hotel, walking ahead of Darius. That was something she had never done before. Walking behind her, Darius was even more bewildered by her abnormal behavior. Nevertheless, he chose not to pry as he wanted to respect her privacy.