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Price

Melvin glanced at the phone, recognizing Kristian's non the screen.

At first, he had no intention of picking it up-after all, despite Gerard being his friend, he didn't feel it was his

responsibility to answer the call for him.

But when the phone rang again, his resolve wavered.

Gerard had mentioned that Kristian never called twice; if he did, it usually meant something urgent.

Hesitating for a brief moment, Melvin finally decided to pick up. After all, Gerard did value his work, and he knew

that.

"Hello?" he said, his voice as cool and composed as ever, betraying none of the alcohol still lingering in his

system.

Kristian's brows furrowed in confusion.

"Melvin?"

"It's me," Melvin replied, his tone as icy as it always was.

Kristian's unease deepened.

He had known that Gerard was supposed to meet Melvin after work. At first, it hadn't seemed like much-he

hadn't thought much of it but now it was starting to click. Melvin hadn't arranged to meet Gerard since Gerard's

arrival in Alerith. It seemed too coincidental for them to meet now.

He was starting to suspect that Melvin might have been gathering information from Gerard. That was why

Kristian had called to warn Gerard.

But it seemed that warning had ctoo late.

"Where's Gerard?" Kristian asked, his voice tight with apprehension.

"Drunk."

The line fell silent.

Both men were accustomed to few words.

Typically, a conversation between them would end swiftly. Yet neither hung up.

Both knew that this conversation wasn't quite finished.

After a few momente Kristian's min

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Gerard to get information from him?”

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"Yes." Melvin's response was direct, no attempt to hide the truth.

"Did he tell you anything?"

"He did."

Kristian rubbed his temples in frustration.

Gerard had always been dependable. If Kristian hadn't trusted him, he never would have kept him as his

assistant.

Gerard had been loyal all these years, and this had never been a concern.

until now.

Kristian's heart grew heavy. He knew that even drunk, Gerard wouldn't have revealed anything easily. The only

reason he would have done so was because of his trust in Melvin.

"Let's discuss terms. Nyour price." After a brief pause, Kristian finally spoke, though there was clear

reluctance in his voice. "Forget everything Gerard told you."

"A billion."

"Okay."

"Ten billion."

"I don't have that much liquid cash. I can offer you investment products like stocks

and funds," Kristian said without hesitation.

He didn't want Freya to know-he feared it would upset her.

If she found out, she would think he was meddling and tear up the agreement.

He wasn't trying to prove anything, just to do something small for her. She had everything-love, care, and

money. This was all he could offer.

Melvin paused, surprised by how readily Kristian had agreed. "Do you think this will make Freya change her

mind?"

"No," Kristian replied, matter-of-factly.

From the divorce to Lionel's birthday banquet, he had tried everything. He knew Freya wouldn't change her mind

once she made a decision.

"What terms did you discuss with her grandpa?" Melvin's tone was colder than usual.

Kristian narrowed his eyes. Was this supposed suitor of Freya's meddling too much?

"It's none of your business," he snapped, his voice turning steely. "Let's stick to the terms. What do you want?"

"Nothing," Melvin answered firmly.

Kristian's demeanor shifted, his voice turning icy as he applied pressure through the phone. "I suggest you

reconsider."

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"| said, nothing." Melvin repeated, his voice resolute "I won't tell Freya what you did

Kristian's eyes darkened. He didn't believe that an ordinary employee like Vekta cold turn dones sen billios

Surely, he wasn't making that much at Briggs Group After all, 1 billion would see him for life

th

"I need to take care of Gerard, so I'll end this here, Melvin said, ganding over at Gerad, who was formung in his

sleep, clearly uncomfortable from drinking too

much

Kristian was at a loss for words. He found Melvin hard to read

"By the way." Melvin spoke again, breaking the silence.

Kristian's lips parted, "What?"

"Gerard is taking a leave tomorrow." Melvin's voice was as cold as ever. He's too drunk to go to work"

Kristian didn't respond, just hung up the phone decisively. What kind of person was this Melvin?

Melvin gently set Gerard's phone down on the bedside table, his eyes catching the frown on Gerard's face. With

quiet care, he lifted him and carried him to the bathroom.

As a friend, Melvin displayed a remarkable level of consideration, his actions reflecting a deep, unwavering sense

of loyalty.

He bought Gerard a fresh set of clothes, carefully cleaned him up, and tucked him into bed before taking care

of himself.

Once finished, he settled into his own bed, ensuring that they both had their

space.

The next morning, when Gerard woke up, a dull ache throbbed in his head.

He rubbed his temples and sat up, noticing the unfamiliar hotel bathrobe he was wearing He paused for a

moment, confused.

"| got you a leave," Melvin said, already dressed, having patiently waited to

inform Gerard. "You don't have to go to work today. | gotta go now."

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"My boss didn't say anything?" Gerard asked, his concern shifting to his boss.

As for being bathed and changed, Gerard didn't mind.

They'd known each other for so long that personal boundaries weren't something they worried about.

"No," Melvin replied, thinking back for a moment. Kristian hadn't said a word about Gerard's leave, just hung

1. up.

Gerard sighed in relief.

Just as Melvin was about to turn and leave, Gerard recalled something from the previous night. "Wait."

Melvin looked back, his expression puzzled.

"You didn't answer my question last night. Who's the girl you have a crush on? What's her name?"

Gerard asked, his eyes filled with curiosity.

Melvin went silent. He was unsure of how to respond.

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Gerard had been drunk the entire night, yet somehow, he still remembered the

events from the previous evening?

"No one," Melvin replied finally, offering a vague answer, his ton impassive. Seeing Melvin's reaction, Gerard

knew he wouldn't get any more information. If he couldn't drag it out of him while Melvin was drunk, he certainly

wasn't going to now. So, he decided not to press further.

"How did we get back?" Gerard asked, his gaze scanning the room. He looked at

the new clothes laid out on the bedside table, still trying to piece together the events of the night.

He had been drunk the night before. But Melvin had been just as drunk. So how

did they get back here?

"The nightclub staff wokeup around 2 AM. Then | sobered up,”

Melvin lied effortlessly, his expression unwavering, maintaining his usual

composure. "So, | brought you here."

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