The Rise of Dragon Temple novel Chapter 32

Chapter 32

Meanwhile, in a park next to Joseph’s rented house, Joseph and Alpha 1 were playing with Chloe. At that time, Chloe was on cloud nine. Now that her father had returned, she didn’t want to leave him even for a second. In fact, she loved to play with him. It was as if she wanted to make up for the father’s love she missed from a few years ago. “Daddy! Look at these beautiful bubbles! There are many of them…” She ran happily in front of Joseph and Alpha 1 against the wind, and the bubble machine in her hands kept spraying colorful bubbles. Seeing that Chloe was smiling so happily, Joseph was also delighted. After all, she was his daughter, and he owed her too much. Despite her young age, she had subconsciously taken up an important spot in the heart of Dragon Temple’s leader. In other words, whoever dared to provoke Chloe in the future, he or she would be seen as challenging the entire Dragon Temple! “Daddy! Look! The bubbles are flying away! They are flying high! Can you catch them for me?” Chloe looked back to Joseph and chirped as she ran ahead, playing with the bubbles. “Sure, my dear. Continue to run ahead. Uncle Alpha 1 and I will chase the bubbles from the back, okay?” Joseph said to Chloe with a smile. After giving a cute nod, Chloe ran forward with her bubble machine. Looking at the pile of bubbles floating higher and higher behind Chloe, Joseph suggested to Alpha 1, “Why don’t we compete? You’ve been waiting for this. Since Chloe likes this, let’s see who catches more bubbles.” When Alpha 1 heard that, the corner of his lips curved up, and he nodded. “Sounds great. Who knows? Your speed might lose to mine…” “Well, let’s begin then!” Joseph announced. The next moment, both of them started moving. Their bodies were fast beyond imagination, like two gusts of wind, chasing after the bubbles in the air. From time to time, they would even somersault in the air. In short, they were popping the bubbles at full tilt. On the other hand, Chloe was thrilled to see their dashing movements. As for the rest of the parents in the park, they were also astonished. Then, a child who was about Chloe’s age exclaimed, “Mommy, mommy! Look! They are so handsome…” Hearing that, Chloe proudly stood beside him and said, “That’s my daddy and Uncle Alpha 1…” A minute later, Joseph and Alpha 1 landed on the ground. Smilingly, Joseph looked at Alpha 1, while Alpha 1 spread out his hands with misery and uttered, “Forget it. I still can’t defeat you. When did you get so fast?”  Without saying anything, Joseph grinned and looked at Chloé. Deep down, he muttered, “Are you kidding me? If I lose to you in front of my daughter, I’ll lose

face.” Later, Chloe played with the little boy she just met. After making sure that everything was safe, Joseph smoked cigarettes with Alpha 1. “How’s the wedding preparation? Is everything going on smoothly?” Joseph asked Alpha l as he took a drag on his cigarette. At the same time, he gazed at Chloe that was playing happily in front of him. With a nod, Alpha 1 replied, “Don’t worry. Everything is going well. Ernie and Dennis have increased the number of participants to 1314 pairs, which symbolizes lifetime happiness. Also, we have booked the largest church in Oplen. Right now, we are planning to cover the whole city with rose petals on your wedding day. I am sure it will be a magnificent wedding, but I’m afraid there will be an increase in the cost…” Hearing that, Joseph shook his head with a smile. Seconds later, the smile on his face faded, replaced by a sad and sentimental look. “Money is not an issue. I have loads of that, but Paige’s youth was gone for good. We never registered our marriage, and yet she brought Chloe up for more than four years. What I owe her is not just a wedding. I owe her my whole life. So, I don’t care about anything else. Apart from keeping my identity a secret, you can decide on everything…” Right away, Alpha I promised, “Please be rest assured! Miss Mooney is the wife of Dragon Temple’s leader. So no matter what, we won’t let her suffer. By that time, all of our men will come and congratulate you on your wedding day…” Joseph nodded, put out the cigarette, and suddenly asked, “By the way, how is Hazel in Apren City Hospital? She is a nice girl, and Chloe likes her very much…”. Immediately, Alpha 1 replied, “Don’t worry. I’ve paid all her medical expenses, but the Kennedys hurt her too badly. I’m afraid she’ll have to recuperate in the hospital for another month or two.” Hearing this, Joseph slightly frowned. “Well, after my wedding with Paige, I will pay her a visit with Chloe. Actually, Hazel has also graduated from college this year. Send her to Usmait after this. Aglela is too small..” To that, Alpha 1 nodded. He knew Joseph’s personality well. Joseph would definitely repay a favor, and of course, he would never forget to take revenge too! At the same time, Alpha I couldn’t help but sigh at Hazel’s fate. Perhaps, it never crossed her mind about how bright her future would be…

On the other side, after bidding goodbye to Reuben, Paige was about to go to Aceshine Group. Just then, her father, Yahir, called her and asked her to meet. Without having much thought, Paige went there with Serena  At ten o’clock in the morning, Paige and Serena arrived at the place Yahir told them. It was a high-end restaurant in the city center. In the hall, Yahir was having tea with Tommy on a big table. The Earl Grey tea in front of them was of the highest quality, which cost a lot. When Paige went over, Yahir was humbly flattering Tommy. At the sight of her father being so humble, helping her to ask for help from her second uncle-who always bullied and looked down on her family since she was young-she felt uncomfortable. Even so, she suppressed her feelings and went to greet Yahir. With a smile, Yahir nodded. “Come and serve Uncle Tommy some tea. Today, he has done us a great favor by inviting Mr. Bennett of Valkyrie Company. Soon, Mr. Bennett will be here. Also, Uncle Tommy said that this project would be counted as your performance. Aren’t you supposed to thank him now?” As Paige listened to Yahir’s humble words, she also saw his grey hair, the fatigue between his brows, and his deep dark eye circles. At once, her sadness intensified, and tears welled up in her eyes. However, before she could speak, Tommy waved his hand and hinted, “It’s okay. Let Paige do it. I am not helping for free anyway. I can help you to find some business partner, but remember to transfer your shares to me in private…” Hearing this, Paige finally got a grasp of the whole situation. With red eyes, she looked at Yahir. “Dad, did you trade this with your shares?” Smilingly, Yahir waved his hand. “It doesn’t matter. Our company won’t be listed on the market, so the shares are useless. Don’t worry. Come, pour Uncle Tommy some tea…” While biting her lips, Paige took a deep breath and took out Reuben’s contract from her bag. Just when she was about to tell Yahir that she had completed a part of the conditions, a man in a black suit and gold-rimmed glasses came over. After the man approached them, Tommy quickly stood up, walked to him, and smiled respectfully, “Mr. Bennett, you came an hour earlier. I’ll call the hotel and ask them to serve the dishes right now…” Yes, the man who suddenly appeared was Otis Bennet from Valkyrie Company. Judging from Tommy’s humble attitude, Otis was obviously more powerful than him. However, the next second, Otis urgently asked Tommy, “Talks aside. Where is Miss Paige Mooney?” Upon hearing that sudden question, Tommy was stunned. Somehow, he felt that something was off. Just then, Yahir quickly interrupted and answered, “Mr. Bennett, I am Yahir Mooney, Paige’s father, and this person next to you is my daughter, Paige…” After saying that, Yahir quickly winked at Paige and ordered, “Paige! Mr. Bennett is  a busy man, and he could hardly find time to see you. Hurry up and serve him some tea now…” Although Paige was a little reluctant, she still took the teapot and teacup and was about to pour Otis a cup of tea. However, the next moment, something shocking happened. Otis—who seemed domineering-threw his briefcase to the ground and quickly grabbed the teapot and teacup. With a pale face, he said in a trembling voice, “No, no, no, Miss Mooney! You don’t have to! I still have some business to take care of, and I have also transferred the cooperation fund to your company. All you need to do is to sign… Sign the contract. Yes, the contract. You should sign it now…” After that, he quickly bent down and picked his briefcase. Then, he anxiously took out the contract with sweat dripping from his head. On the contract, there were his signature and his company stamp. Swiftly, he handed it to Paige and stuttered, “Miss Mooney, please… Please go through the contract. If you have no problem with it, you may sign here. This is just a process. Your second uncle has talked to me about this…”

Otis was glad that he got this news in advance. Otherwise, others would take his chance away. He would never forget what Ernie instructed after gathering him and a hundred other men last midnight. When Paige heard Otis mentioned Tommy, she took a deep breath and put the pen down. Then, she bowed her head and apologized, “I’m sorry, Mr. Bennett. I won’t be signing this contract because my father traded his shares for this. Instead of making him worry, I would prefer to find a business partner with my ability. Sorry…” After that, Paige bowed deeply to Yahir. “I’m sorry, Dad. I can’t let you worry about me anymore. I will work hard by myself.” Upon finishing her words, she turned and left. “Paige! What are you doing? Are you acting all mighty after the effort I put in to ask Mr. Bennet out? Who do you think you are? You…” While Tommy was reproaching, Otis suddenly cursed him. “Shut the f*ck up, Tommy! Who the f*ck do you think you are then? Who told you that I’m signing with her for your sake? Scold her again if you dare.” Otis was furious. The next moment, Otis ran to Paige and gave her the contract with sweat all over his face. “Miss Mooney, please be rest assured. I’m definitely not here for Tommy. Your father doesn’t have to trade anything either. I promise. Please sign it…” “Oh..” At this time, Tommy, Yahir, and Serena were shocked by Otis’s actions. It was as if Otis rushed here to give Paige this contract and was afraid that she would not sign it.  Just when Paige was dumbfounded, dozens of people raced in from the entrance. They were all sweating and rushing toward Paige with contracts and pens…

“Miss Mooney, I am from Ipanema Group. Please sign with us…” “Miss Mooney, Mazecurity Group wants to be your company’s strategic partner. Please give us a chance…” “Miss Mooney, Miss Mooney! Seawares Company sincerely wants to work with you…” “Miss Mooney, Miss Mooney…”

Dozens of people constantly rushed toward Paige, and each of them was eager to let her sign. On the other hand, Yahir, Serena, and Tommy were puzzled by this situation.

“How… how is this possible?” Tommy looked at the scene with a pale face. He knew most of the people who came, and each of them was more influential than him…