I Slept with My Boss and Ran Away

Meredith left the company and returned to Ravenwood. She planned to prepare dinner herself that evening so the whole family could eat together at home. After Meredith left, Terrence received a message that Ethan Channing would make a move tonight.

Previously, Leyton Sterling had stolen a seal, and Ethan Channing used it to forge several documents. Under the name of Sterling Corporation, he procured a batch of goods from Meriton, which included contraband. If discovered, Terrence would undoubtedly go to jail with no chance of escape. Ethan Channing had set the trap, just waiting for Terrence to fall into it.

Terrence was waiting for Ethan Channing to act; the goods were set to arrive at the dock at seven o’clock tonight. Terrence was aware of every detail of Ethan Channing’s plan. Meanwhile, Ethan Channing had anonymously reported the contraband to the police, who prepared a large force to ambush the dock.

Leading the team was Veridian Fever, a friend of Liam Michaelson. Seeing the large operation, Liam asked, “Got a big catch?” Veridian replied, “Someone reported fifty kilograms of contraband arriving at seven tonight.” Liam laughed, “Looks like you’ll get a promotion and a raise for this. Don’t forget to treat us when you get back.” Veridian felt pleased and responded, “We’ll talk later.”

At the CC Club, Ethan Channing smoked a cigar while lounging on a leather sofa. “Where are the goods now?” he asked. One of his men replied, “They’ll arrive at the dock at seven sharp. Rest assured, Mr. Channing.” Ethan took a casual puff and said, “It’s time to end this; Terrence must pay the price.” His subordinate flattered him, “With fifty kilograms of contraband, Terrence won’t recover from this. Not even his father-in-law from French royalty can save him.”

“You keep an eye on things here. I’m going to the dock myself; I want to see him taken away by the police,” Ethan said as he extinguished his cigar in an ashtray and left his office.

Outside, Joy Chaucer quickly hid as Ethan walked out. She emerged once he was gone. Was Ethan going after Terrence? Joy felt reluctant; after all, she had her eyes on that man. She immediately followed Ethan to the dock.

Ethan had already noticed Joy trailing him. The driver asked, “Mr. Channing, someone’s following us.” Ethan calmly replied, “It’s fine; just keep driving.” The driver continued onward.

By the time Ethan headed for the dock, Terrence was already there waiting. It remained uncertain who was setting up whom until the end unfolded.

The dock was bustling with people and cargo ships waiting to unload. In a cafe by the dock, Terrence sat by a window with a clear view of everything happening outside.

Rick approached him and said, “Mr. Sterling, the dock is sealed off.” Terrence calmly sipped his coffee and asked, “Has Ethan Channing arrived yet?” Rick replied, “He’s on his way; our people are following him closely.”

“Good,” Terrence responded softly as his phone buzzed with a message from Meredith asking when he’d be home for dinner. He replied: 7:30.

At Ravenwood, Meredith saw his reply and felt hopeful. She told Stella, “Mom, I asked; Terrence will be back by 7:30.” Stella said, “Alright then, it’s still early. I’ll take Rowan for a walk in the garden.”All rights © NôvelDrama.Org.

Stella wrapped Little Lucky warmly and took him to see the flowers and fish in the pond despite Auroraville’s winter chill. Suddenly she noticed someone moving suspiciously behind a rockery.

“That looks like Leyton Sterling,” she muttered quietly and moved closer just in time to hear Leyton on a call saying, “Moving tonight? I’ll be right there.”