“Wow I see,” Kevin forced a smile as he walked out.
I followed after him and clung onto his hand like a loving couple or more like pretending to be one.
Kevin tried to mask his frustration as he stormed into the hallway with me following close behind but I could see it.
Although I had to keep up the pretense, Touching him pissed me off as much as even standing close to him irked me. I could only feel pain coursing through my heart.
I looked up at Kevin with a soft smile, slipping her arm through his as if nothing was amiss. Her voice was light, almost playful, “So, Kevin, did you like the surprise? I met Kaden yesterday at Grandpa’s house, and I couldn’t contain my excitement! It’s such a relief to see the two of you reunited again.”
Kevin’s expression soured, his jaw tightening as he forced a nod toward his brother. “Yeah, it’s… unexpected,” he muttered, barely masking his irritation.
It was pretty hilarious but I only kept a straight face. In this game although I presently had the upper hand I felt more pain, I was going through a heartbreak and from time to time I wanted this to all be a dream but actually this was reality.
“Why did you do it?” he snapped, his voice low and hiding his anger. “Why did you have to let him snatch my office and hand it over to him?” He stopped in his tracks as he turned to look at me.
I tilted my head, innocently. “Kevin, he didn’t take your office,” I replied softly, reaching out as if to adjust his tie, though he flinched away. “I simply followed company protocols.
“That space is mine, they should have created some other space for him.” Kevin said, signing.
“The topmost floor is reserved for the person holding the highest position. And right now, that’s Kaden. Isn’t it fair?” I replied, acting confused.
Kevin’s jaw clenched, and his eyes darted to the ground before meeting mine again. “Fair?” he hissed. “You think this is about fairness? Positions don’t mean anything if the employees don’t follow you. Real power comes from respect—the kind you earn, not just from a title but from loyalty. And loyalty isn’t something Kaden has around here.”
I nodded along, as if genuinely agreeing with his point. “You’re right, Kevin,” I said sweetly. “It’s not just about titles. It’s about influence. I suppose you’ll have to work even harder now to show everyone why they should follow you.”
His frown deepened, his frustration now mixing with suspicion. He looked at me sharply, his tone shifting. “And what about you? You seem... awfully supportive of him. Are you really happy he’s back, or are you just trying to impress him?”
I stepped closer, lowering my voice as I gazed up at him. “Kevin, of course, I’m happy that you both are reunited finally. I met him yesterday at your grandfather’s house, and it was such a surprise! I thought you’d be just as excited. Isn’t it wonderful? You both will take the company to greater heights.” I said looking into his eyes.
He looked away thinking and I used my fingers to turn his face towards me. “Besides, grandfather would be really pleased.”
The mention of their grandfather seemed to temper his anger momentarily, but the shadow in his eyes remained. “Reunited,” he muttered, his tone bitter.
“You don’t know what it was like growing up with Kaden, Theia. He always looked down on me, made me feel like I wasn’t good enough. You’ll see soon enough. Watch him closely for me,” he added, his voice dropping into something darker. “Let me know everything he does. I can’t trust him.”
I looked at him confused, Kaden was that kind of person? I wondered although Kevin wasn't someone I could trust anymore, he was a sly but I thought about it for a moment before coming to a conclusion.
I didn't care what had happened in their past, that was between them both but I was still going to go according to my plan. right now I thought of something mischievous.
“Spy on Kaden?” I gave him a soft smile, brushing my hand against his arm reassuringly. “Of course, Kevin,” I murmured. “You know I’ll always have your back. I’ll keep an eye on him for you.”
But as I turned away, my smile shifted, turning sharper, colder. Oh, Kevin, I thought to myself, ‘’I’m loving this game.”
