novelxo Chapter 10
Facing JoyBuy was like confronting a modern-day Goliath—a daunting challenge.
In a rush of desperation, they turned to Elijah, seeking his renowned strategic genius through their network of contacts.
True to form, Elijah devised a brilliant plan and quickly secured the contract, snatching it away from JoyBuy just before the business deal could be finalized—a masterstroke that resulted in success.
This dramatic turnaround only deepened the admiration the group held for Elijah.
Albin Murray, glowing with pride, couldn’t resist boasting, “Just look at the caliber of his associates! They thought they could take deals right from under our noses, but they clearly underestimated Elijah’s influence!”
Albin, hailing from the wealthy Murray family, was one of Elijah’s closest friends and well-known for his extensive social circle—a network through which the urgent plea for help had reached Elijah.
Meanwhile, Elijah, the subject of all their praise, reclined casually on the couch, bathed in the soft glow of the ambient lighting.
He was adept at accepting compliments, so his demeanor remained composed and unfazed.
The lighting cast sharp shadows on his features, emphasizing his high cheekbones and finely chiseled jaw, giving him an almost sculptural appearance.
His effortless elegance and aloofness seemed to surpass any worldly magnificence.
After several rounds of toasts, when it became evident that Elijah only lightly touched his glass without taking a sip, the conversation slowed, allowing him a moment of quiet reflection with his eyes closed.
Sandra, feeling slightly under the weather, chose not to partake in the drinks, instead sitting silently next to Elijah, her gaze filled with deep, unmistakable affection.
Albin, captivated by their apparent perfection as a couple, couldn’t help but wonder about fate’s role.
He discreetly snapped a picture of them with his phone and shared it casually on his social media.
As the evening wore on and the drinks ran low, the door opened again.
Elijah’s assistant, Oliver Brooks, entered the room, acknowledging the group with a polite nod that conveyed respect without any hint of subservience, quickly positioning himself in front of Elijah.
An expectant silence filled the air, but Sandra, unable to hold back her curiosity, leaned in and whispered, “What’s going on?”
Oliver, maintaining his focus on Elijah, didn’t answer her directly.
A hint of embarrassment colored Sandra’s cheeks as she turned to Elijah, asking hesitantly, “Should I leave?”
Elijah shifted his posture slightly, his voice calm but firm as he said, “Go ahead, speak.”
Oliver, clearly uneasy, started, “Mr.
James, Mrs.
James has left Bayview Villa, and…”