I’m Someone Else

Chapter 72

Soon, Sean drove over in a black Lamborghini. “Here’s the car I got for you, Thomas. Check your schedule. When you’re free, let’s take a look at the villa I got you. It’s got a great environment. I’m sure you’ll like it.”

“I—” Thomas began, but Sean cut him off with a wave. “Can’t talk now, Thomas. I have a business negotiation this morning, so I need to make my way over there now. Let me know when you’re free!”

Sean flagged down a cab and left.

Thomas shook his head helplessly as he watched Sean leave. Nevertheless, he couldn’t dwell on it now as time was running out. First, he drove to Olivia’s apartment, but when he realized no one was there, he drove to Pearson Residence.

Soon, Olivia stepped out of the house. She saw Thomas leaning against the Lamborghini smoking a cigarette and immediately felt vexed. Stupid Thomas, you b*stard! How dare you stand me up?! She got into the car without saying a word.

Thomas stamped out his cigarette, got into the car as well, and drove off to Pearson Group.

He secretly glanced at Olivia and saw that she didn’t look too good. He knew it couldn’t be a physical problem. It had to be an emotional one—it was probably because he didn’t show up last night.

Any woman would be upset that the man she invited had been a no-show, let alone the Most Beautiful Female Entrepreneur in Irieson!

“I’m sorry. Something unexpected came up last night so I couldn’t join your birthday celebration. I was going to call you, but my phone ran out of battery.” Thomas gave a sincere explanation as he drove.

He had kept his phone in his jacket, and it was destroyed by the explosion last night. He couldn’t call Olivia even if he wanted to.

Despite his apology, Olivia’s expression didn’t soften. “It’s fine,” she said icily. “It’s not like you’re anyone important anyway. It didn’t matter whether you came or not. It didn’t change a single thing.”

Even a fool would pick up on the fury and contempt in Olivia’s response!

I’m your boss, okay? And, it was my first time inviting a man to my birthday celebration. I even got all dressed up for you, but what did you do, huh? You stood me up and all you say is that something unexpected came up? Who do you think I am?

Thomas took out the necklace with the jade pendant he carved himself and passed it over to Olivia. “This is for you.”

It wasn’t an expensive present. In any case, as the head of Pearson Group, Olivia would’ve gotten all manner of expensive gifts before. Since he carved this pendant himself, it was at least a show of sincerity!

“Hm?” Olivia looked at the necklace and was immediately drawn to the exquisite carving. She began to toy with the necklace.

“It’s so pretty. Where did you buy it?”

“I didn’t buy it. I made it myself.” Text content © NôvelDrama.Org.

“You made it yourself?” Olivia blinked. Immediately, most of her anger dissipated. He must’ve been planning on coming, or otherwise, he wouldn’t have gone through all that effort to carve me a gift himself. I guess something urgent did crop up unexpectedly.

Olivia put the necklace on.

“Does it look pretty on me?”

Thomas glanced at her.

“It looks gorgeous on you.” Thomas complimented with all his heart.

He quickly turned back to the front and focused on driving. He wouldn’t be able to pay any attention to the road if he looked any longer, and he was sure to crash the car.

“Hmph! You always know what to say. Oh, well. Since you’re such a sweet-talker, I’ve decided not to be mad at you anymore! You’re forgiven!” Olivia announced haughtily.

Though she could come across as being rather tough, she was actually a big softie on the inside. Even when she claimed to be furious, it was easy enough to appease her.

It wasn’t surprising that she was upset. After all, with her looks, talents, and family background, tons of men would line up all across Irieson to attend her birthday celebration, but she wasn’t interested in any of them. Instead, the man she invited was a no-show. Anyone in her position would be upset too.

When they got to the office, Thomas passed a flask to Olivia so that she could take her medicine.

“Set aside these documents, Molly. I’ll need them for the meeting next week.”

“Yes, Miss Pearson!”

“Once you’re done, you can leave for the day.”

It was the weekend. As the head of Pearson Group, Olivia had to come in to prepare for next week’s work, but Molly didn’t need to work overtime with her.

Molly put away the documents and tidied up the desk before coming out of the office. She walked up to Thomas who was smoking by the window and said, “It’s the weekend, Thomas. Are you free? Do you want to watch a movie with me?”

You have to say yes, Thomas! It’s my first time asking you out! Molly prayed to herself.

Thomas looked into Molly’s hopeful eyes. He wanted to say yes, but he couldn’t. He had to hunt down the sixth member of Minacia Oito. He wasn’t going to let anyone who harmed Dominic get away with it! Two down, six to go!

“I’m sorry but I have plans. Let’s see a movie next time. It’ll be my treat.”

“I see.” Molly nodded disappointedly and walked off.

I’m sure he has something he needs to do, she thought to herself in consolation. I’m sure he would’ve said yes if he could.

After a while, Olivia came out with her bag in hand. “Let’s go, Thomas. Time to get off work.”

As soon as they got into the car, Olivia dropped her usual ice princess demeanor and said, “Thomas! You ruined my birthday because you didn’t show up at the celebration last night. I don’t care what your reason is. It’s not good manners to stand someone up, so you must make it up to me!”

Thomas turned around and looked at Olivia in surprise. He saw her with her arms at her waist and her sultry red lips pursed into a pout. She looked both domineering and adorable at the same time.

What’s with her? Why did she change her attitude all of a sudden? Didn’t she say I wasn’t anyone important and that my presence didn’t matter? Why is she now saying that I ruined her birthday by not showing up?

Nevertheless, he figured that Olivia had a point. He did stand her up, so it was reasonable for him to make it up to her.

“I’ll pick you up at eight tonight.” Thomas set the time.

“Okay!” Olivia smiled brightly at his words.