Chapter 9

"Are you referring to Mr. Samuel Dylan Norine? The brother of Ms. Monica Erionier Norine?"

I nodded vigorously. "That's right! Please find me as much information as you can about his identity. If there is more information than that, bring it to me, because I'm studying it. And once again, I remind you not to discuss this too much with Gerry, because..."

"Because what?"

My body jerked because I was surprised when a Giri's voice suddenly interrupted my conversation with Johan. That was the end of my story, because suddenly without my knowledge Gerry was there and I don't know when he listened to the conversation between me and Johan.

Not long after I heard this voice, the left footsteps were heard more clearly, and Gerry was now between me and Johan. I could only look down and wait for him to say something to start this awkward conversation.

"Tell me why?" asked Gerry.

I knew he was going to ask me that, his question was like a gun pointed straight at my head. Was this actually intentional, because as Johan just said, Gerry was actually on a business trip to another place. And he shouldn't be in this house to listen to my conversation with Johan.

It could be that this was just Gerry's trick to test me on something. Gerry is sneaky, surely he will keep an eye on me in the future, either because he doesn't trust me or because he has something else in mind.

"Answer me, Zharies. Didn't we agree not to hide anything from each other? If that makes me suspicious of you," Gerry said intimidatingly.

If the figure of the self that people see as so creepy often looks ridiculous in front of my eyes, but for this situation I felt intimidated by him. The aura of dominance that came from him really suppressed my aura and made me look like a submissive.

I sighed softly. "All right, I'll admit it. I actually wanted to find out more about Samuel's identity. Because our acting plan as lovers was supposed to mess things up eventually. And did I forget that your biggest obstacle is actually Samuel, how can I flirt with him and make him unfocused if I don't know the intricacies of his life?"

Now everyone was silent, including me, no one spoke, and the world seemed to stop for a few seconds when no one made a sound. Neither I nor Gerry nor Johan seemed to be waiting for each of us to speak, but none of us spoke even once after that.

"You shouldn't have used such suggestive words so that I wouldn't think anything of you. If you really need something this extensive, you'd better set clear priorities without hiding them from me," Gerry said. "The slightest mistake in the steps we take will ruin our plans. Unbeknownst to you, my father could have created a situation where we're in chaos or betrayal. That's why you must be careful."

Fortunately, Gerry was willing to trust me this time. Although that was not my real reason for asking for information about Samuel's identity. There was something I wanted to investigate and confirm, and that was the content of my thoughts about him.

Samuel's words that he said to me a few days ago really made an impression on me. When he said that something had happened between us, I kept trying to remember it. It's like I remember something about him, but the memory seems fuzzy like a broken record.

I was afraid that if I didn't convince myself of this, I would become slower and slower and it would affect my ability to help Gerry in the future.

"All right, I understand. Next time, I won't hide anything from you, no matter what. But please don't be too suspicious of someone before you confirm it first," I said.

I also didn't want to be pressured all the time. I wanted to express that Gerry's thinking should be straightened out as well, because if he held on to his principles even more, it would cause me even more pain in the future when I was still with him.

"All right, I'll keep that in mind," Gerry said.

"Oh, and why are you still here? Didn't Johan say you were on a business trip to Chicago?" I asked pointing at Gerry.

Gerry scratched his neck, which didn't seem to itch. "Yeah... Uh, actually I was on a business trip there. It's just that there were some things left behind and I had to pick them up and I accidentally overheard your conversation with Johan."

"Oh yeah? Was it really left behind or left behind on purpose?" I asked with a questioning look on my face, tilting my body as I leaned back.

Gerry chuckled and pushed me away. "Don't say unnecessary things. I don't need this stupid debate. Johan, get the files from my desk on the third floor. I have to leave quickly after this."

I just smiled wryly with a satisfied expression after seeing Gerry cornered by my question just now. I wanted to see that expression on his face too, I didn't want to be the only one cornered and put in a bad position.

After Johan had retrieved the documents Gerry had requested, Gerry left, leaving us both back in the room.

"Yes sir, since I have received your order, I will go and look for the information you need. After I get the information as soon as possible, I will come back here and give you the data," Johan said and then left.

And after Johan left, I was even more bored and didn't know what to do. I've already eaten and I'm not allowed to go anywhere today except to stay in this big house until Gerry returns from his business trip.

I also checked my room earlier and looked at the things Gerry had given me during my stay there. I was both dumbfounded and not dumbfounded by what he had given me, why do I say that? Because I was stunned by the amount and luxury of the things he gave me, but I was not stunned by his fantastic wealth as a successful mafia and businessman.

To kill my boredom, I went back to my room to look at the collection of items that were meant for me. There were countless luxurious suits, casual clothes that were casual but still elegant and luxurious because they were bought from famous brands, various pairs of shoes that were very cool, there were also many accessories provided there, expensive perfumes and many other things. If I were a woman, there would also be a huge collection of beautiful bags and jewelry in this room.

I can't imagine what it would be like to be Gerry's beloved partner. It would be so blissful because he would definitely give everything for the person he loves. I began to fantasize that I would be that person in the future, but once again I put my thoughts on hold because I was a jinx that could jeopardize Gerry's safety. What a shame.

"Sir, this is the information you need about Mr. Samuel's identity," Johan said.

I almost fell out of my seat because Johan's arrival surprised me so much, he came like the wind blowing, noiseless and suddenly there. With my heart still full of dust, I took the file from Johan and read it.

"Thank you Johan, you can go, I'll call you later if I need anything," I said. "And please don't come back like a ghost, you surprised me so much."

Johan chuckled softly and bowed respectfully. "I understand sir, please forgive me for that."