"What is it? Why are you so fearful for me to read them?" Carla was amused.
"Hurry up and sign it already." Zayn was getting impatient. "Are you worried that I might trick you?"
"No, it's not that." She knew he had no malicious intention against her. So, she signed her name on the document as he had requested. Subsequently, Zayn handed her a stamp pad for her to affix her thumbprint.
As soon as she had completed the signature, Zayn removed his hand on the contract. Carla was stunned when she read the title. It was a stock transfer agreement!
Baffled, she asked, "What's this? What are you trying to do?"
"Are you scared that I'm selling you off?" he teased her while packing away the contract. "Don't worry, a skinny woman like you isn't worth much. Moreover, I'm reluctant to let you go."
Then, he kissed her forehead and left the room.
"Where are you going?" Carla called out for him.
"To the study room. I'll be back in a jiffy." He did not even turn his head.
All he wanted to do as soonest possible was to sort out his post-death matters, including matters related to his will.
Otherwise, he was afraid that the remaining time he had was not sufficient for him to list down the handover matters for such a big corporation.
Although Carla did not see what was written on the papers, she was well aware of his intentions and purpose in doing so.
He knows that he doesn't have much time left. So, he's making all the necessary arrangements within the limited time that he has.
The more she thought about it, the more worked up she became. Coincidentally, Hapilia called.
"Hi, Hapilia, " Carla answered right away.
"Carla! It's great to hear from you again. Is everything okay?"
Many things had happened after Carla was rescued from Lucas who kidnapped her. She had not had a proper chance to call Hapilia and only had her subordinate pass a message.
"I'm fine, " Carla replied. "I'm sorry for not calling you sooner, Hapilia. These couple of days have been crazy. Nonetheless, did you get the message I sent via a subordinate?"
"Yes, I did. I was informed that you were fine, but I still wanted to verify it with you in person." Hapilia heaved a sigh of relief.
"Thank you." A fuzzy feeling rose within Carla. "Hapilia, did Dr. Feroma leave behind any books related to medicines? Is there anything written about curing poisons? Additionally, do you know if he had a way to contact Derelo?"
"He did leave some books behind, but I'm unsure if they are helpful to you." Hapilia continued, "As for Derelo's contact, I really have no idea. Let me go look for it. Coincidentally, I'm sorting out Dr. Feroma's belongings lately."
"I'll pay a visit one of these days." Carla was feeling hopeful. "Don't chuck away his stuff, they might come in handy."
"I know." Hapilia nodded. "Be more vigilant when you're out and about. Fingers crossed nothing untoward will ever happen again. Sam and I are still frightened to our wits from the last incident that befell you."
"No worries. I'll be fine." After assuring Hapilia, Carla went to see Zayn in his study.
Right when she was about to knock on the door, it opened. Rodney walked out and greeted her politely with a bow, "Mrs. Giblo."
"Huh?" Carla was startled. Before she could connect the dots, Zayn's crisp laughter sounded from the room. "Haha, you've got a brilliant future!"
Rodney courteously nodded at the duo and left.
With her face turning scarlet, Carla entered the room and asked, "What did he address me as?"
"Mrs. Giblo." Gazing at her, Zayn was all smiles. "People around me are aware that we're getting married. There's no turning back, Mrs. Giblo."
"How did Mr. Williams find out about it when you haven't even announced the news?" Carla's beaming face had given her true feelings away.
"Well, the upper management knows it." Zayn pulled her into his embrace. "Wake up earlier tomorrow. Dress up nicely and accompany me to the office."
"To the office?" Carla was nervous. "Why do I need to go there with you?"
"We're tying the knot, so I should formally introduce you to the various departments. In addition, you can assist me with some work since you're not that busy recently." Zayn pinched her cheeks. "You should learn how to share my burdens. Get it?"
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