Chapter 72: Tim New.
“Oh,” Ivy said, her heart racing with joy. She couldn’t believe what she was hearing. She bit her lip and started pacing around her room.
“Thank you, Mrs Hu–Ivy for making sure it was possible,” Eric said, his voice filled with gratitude.
“Of course, Eric,” Ivy replied slowly, steadying her breath. “You deserve so much more. You’ve worked so hard. This is overdue.”
“I hope so,” Eric murmured.
“Thank you very much for doing this,” Wanda said as she took the phone from her husband. Her voice was warm. “We really appreciate it.”
“You’re welcome,” Ivy replied, stopping by the window.
“So, what’s next?” Eric asked, taking back the phone.
Ivy hesitated for a moment, mentally organizing her next words. “I will get back to you on that. A meeting would be set between you and Thomas so you both can talk properly.”
“Alright, ma’am,” Eric said.
1vy held her breath, trying to contain the excitement buzzing through her chest. She walked away from the window, her eyes glancing around the room unable to focus on a thing. “How… did Mason take the news?” she asked.
She knew she shouldn’t ask, but she was curious. She had to know how Mason felt.
“I haven’t told him yet,” Eric said in a low voice. “I… left the letter with his secretary.” “Oh,” Ivy replied swiftly, trying to hide her disappointment. “I’m sure he’ll get it.” “Absolutely, ma’am.”
“Anyway, I’ll call you once I’ve arranged the meeting with Thomas.”
“I’ll be waiting, ma’am,” Eric said.
“Alright, bye,” Ivy said, ending the call.
She ran to the bed, kicking her feet in the air. It had just been good news all morning, and she was here for it. She could only imagine Mason’s reaction when he got the
news.
Before she prepared for her meeting with Tim New, she dialed Silas’s number again. He answered almost instantly.
“Hey, what’s up?”
“I’m good. When do you think it’s the perfect time for Eric to meet with Thomas?”
“As soon as possible,” Silas replied with a chuckle. “I’m sure he is eager to meet Eric.”
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“Alright then. I’ll send Thomas’s office address to Eric. Thank you.”
“Okay,” Silas replied. “Let me know how it goes with Tim.”
“Definitely. Bye,” she said, hanging up.
She texted Eric Thomas’s office address, and went into the closet to select the heels she was wearing with the gown. After some deliberation, she finally settled for a pair of Valentino white heels. She picked a white Chanel bag to match, and a silver necklace and earrings to complete her look.
When she was pleased with herself, she went back to the room and saw her phone blinking. She dropped the items on the bed and picked the phone. There were over ten messages and it was all from an unknown number.
‘I didn’t know you had so much hate in your heart! I’m carrying a child, for goodness’s sake. I can’t believe you’d sabotage his father’s business!”
Ivy frowned when she realized it was Cheryl. She knew she was supposed to ignore the messages, but something compelled her to continue reading them.
‘Why are you ignoring my calls? You’re such a coward! A spineless bitch!‘
Appalled, Ivy locked her phone. More messages came in, but she refused to read them. Today she began a new chapter, and nothing was going to ruin her mood.
Dressed and ready, she headed downstairs, where Bud waited by the car.
“All set, ma’am?” he asked.
“Yup,” she replied as she opened the car.
When Bud began the journey, she pulled out her phone and decided to come up with ideas she would love before meeting with Tim. She was carried away with her work when Bud pulled her out of thought./
“We’re here, ma’am.”
Ivy lifted her head from her phone and looked around. “Oh, thank you.” she said, tucking the phone in her bag.
She alighted from the car, and noticed a car parked already in the premises. A man in a chic cyan suit stepped out, followed by a young woman clutching a tablet.
Ivy approached them, a smile on her face. “Mr New. I hope I haven’t kept you waiting for long?”
“Not at all, Ms Stone. I’m Tim New,” he said, extending his hand. “This is my assistant, Mary.”
“It’s nice to meet you,” Ivy said, shaking his hand. She waved at Mary, who gave her a shy smile.
“Shall we?” Tim asked, gesturing to the building.
“Absolutely,” Ivy replied, leading the way.
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Bud helped with the steel door and together they all entered.
“Wow it’s huge Tam sad scanning the room as he entered.
How right. That’s why I picked the place,” by said, her heart fluttering with pride. What do you think?”
Tim walked around. His eyes shining as he nodded, looking impressed. “We can definitely work with this.”
Mary followed him, jotting notes on her tablet.
“Shall we check the top floor?” Tim asked, gesturing.
“Right this way” Ny replied, leading them upstairs,
When they got upstairs. Tim and Mary examined the rooms. They murmured something to each other, but Ivy didn’t catch that. “So Mrs Stone,” Tim said, turning to her. “What is your vision? What would you like to do?”
“I want the space to feel chic and sophisticated–something that captivates anyone who walks in,” by replied, gesturing toward a corner. “I’d like this to be my office.”
Tim nodded. “It’s a great spot. Plenty of natural light.“.
“Yes it is,” Ivy said. From where she stood, she could see the parking lot. Her heart filled with delight as she imagined what it could be.
“So let’s go over the amount of rooms you’ll like. From there, I can begin with the designs you could try,” Tim said.
Ivy left the window and stood in the center of the room. She pulled out her phone from her bag and went through the list she made earlier. “I want a studio, an editing room, a reception area downstairs,” she said, gesturing. As she spoke, Mary took notes.
“A storage room, a changing room, an office for me and the staff, a printing room, and a darkroom as well. I know it’s old–school, but I still love developing pictures myself,” Ivy chuckled sheepishly.
Tim nodded taking in all she said. “That’s charming. We’ll make it work. Just give me some moments to reanalyze everything.”
“Alright,” Ivy said, heading to the stairs. She waited downstairs with Bud.
Some moments later, Tim and Mary came downstairs. And without speaking to Ivy, they walked around the room, muttering to one another, gesturing round.
Ivy let them do their thing, and after some time, they were finally done. Tim walked up to her and Bud, Mary followed beside him.
“We’ve checked out the whole place,” Tim said. “And I will get to work immediately.” “Great,” Ivy said, feeling pleased. “How long will it take?”
“I will get back to you in 48 hours, with a plan and some preliminary designs,” Tim said with his hand on his hip.
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“Perfect. I’ll be waiting.” Ivy smiled. “Thank you very much.” She stretched her hand
“You’re welcome,” Tim smiled, receiving her hand.
Ivy nodded, leading them outside as Bud opened the door. As they stepped outside, a black car pulled into the lot. Ivy froze, her smile fading.
“Are we expecting someone else?” she asked Bud curiously.
“No, ma’am,” Bud replied behind her.
Ivy watched as the car parked properly. She gasped as the driver stepped out. First her heart raced with fear, then anger took over.
Ivy marched to the car, her heart flopping with anger. “What are you doing here, Mason?” she demanded, her voice sharp.
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