Female Novel
Chapter 919
Glancing at Mia, Sage inquired, "Mommy, why are you asking thisquestion?"
Given Ginger's affection for Timothy, Mia was interested incomprehending Sage's viewpoint as well.novelbin
A smile graced Mia's lips as she responded, "Just curious, that's all.”"Mommy, I have no interest in seeing him. Ginger might have beeninfluenced, but not me."
Sage's stance was unwavering; he had no intention of acknowledgingTimothy.
Mia couldn't help but notice the striking similarities between Sage andTimothy, extending beyond mere physical resemblance to encompasstheir personalities.
Therefore, Sage's hesitation to acknowledge Timothy didn't come as asurprise.
Two men, one older and one younger, both exhibiting a common streakof stubbornness.
Mia offered Sage a comforting pat on the head. "It's alright. Howeveryou choose to engage with him, it's entirely your decision. Mommywon't meddle.”
"Mommy, does that mean you won't intervene if we choose to acceptthat man in the future?"
Feeling a pang of sorrow, Mia replied, "Yes, I won't interfere."
After all, she believed that every child deserves to have a father.
Sage spoke sincerely, "Mommy, since that man didn't want us before, Iwon't acknowledge him now. Don't let his sweet talk fool you.""Mommy won't," Mia assured him.
Observing Sage thrive and grow stirred a complex array of emotionswithin Mia. When Sage was born, doctors had predicted he wouldn'tsurvive past a month.
Yet, in what felt like the blink of an eye, he was already four years old.At dinner, Ginger and Sage eventually made amends, their earlierargument seemingly forgotten.
As Mia checked her phone, she spotted a missed call from Peyton.Stepping outside to return the call, she asked, "What's up?"
"Ms. Mia, remember how you tasked me with keeping an eye on Mr.Barrett? Well, today he went straight to the Barrett Group's branchoffice. I suspect it's probably to handle the partnership with the Bowenfamily."
"Okay, thanks for letting me know," Mia said before hanging up.
She had expected Timothy to take charge of the situation. However,Ralph's involvement would undoubtedly complicate matters.Regardless, it appeared that Timothy would encounter some troubleahead.
Another day had passed.
At the luxurious five-star hotel, Timothy found himself immersed inmanaging the conglomerate's affairs. Having been absent for severaldays, there was a considerable backlog of work demanding hisattention.
Upon concluding a video conference, he turned to Heath and inquired,"When is the signing ceremony with the Bowen family scheduled?"“It's set for 2:00 pm, at The Grand Auburn Hotel," Heath respondedpromptly.
"Very well, is everything arranged?" Timothy asked, his eyes glintingwith resolve.
He was determined to thwart any potential partnership between theBarrett Group's branch office and the Bowen family.
In the past, Timothy had never directly overseen the operations of theNord City branch.
Given the Lane family's considerable influence in the city, theyconsistently undermined the branch's business operations.
Timothy understood the underlying reasons and therefore refrainedfrom imposing any demands on the subsidiary's performance.
Despite these obstacles, Timothy had no desire to pursue a partnershipwith a company such as the Bowen Group.
Caleb cast a glance at Timothy and inquired, "Any updates from Mrs.Barrett's end?"
Given Timothy's recent visit to the subsidiary to discuss terminating thepartnership, it seemed likely that Ralph would enlist Sharon'sintervention.
Before Timothy could respond, his phone buzzed with an incoming callfrom Sharon.
Waving his phone in his hand, he commented, "Well, speak of the devil,right?"
Caleb cleared his throat before saying, "I was just asking casually, butwhat a coincidence.”
Timothy glanced at his phone but chose not to answer.
He was well aware of Sharon's purpose for calling, but he had nointention of complying this time.
Putting his phone into his back pocket, Timothy turned and made hisway outside.
Once everyone was in the car, Caleb broke the silence. "Hey, Tim, doyou think Mia will show up?"
Timothy quipped, "You're the one who asked Mia to come."
Caleb paused, feeling a bit sheepish. Had mentioning her name strucka nerve?
Taking out his phone, Caleb suggested, "I'll give her a call and find out.”