Chapter 334 - 334: Things He Did For Her (1/2)

Samuel Sy was already expecting their arrival. The hotel manager had informed him of the current situation. Samuel welcomed them with a wide smile on his face, trying to look more polite and accommodating.

He invited them to sit down. There were two leather couches inside, seats for his guests, and visitors. The hotel manager introduced them to each other.

”Sir, this is Mr. Carl Russell, our VIP guest.” the hotel manager paused then he turned to Elle.

”This is also one of our hotel guests occupying the Royal Suite next to Mr. Russell, Miss Aliyah Ross. She is a reporter from Morning Star Media Network. Along with her is her cameraman, Josh.”

”Everyone, this is our hotel owner, Mr. Samuel Sy.”

”It's my pleasure to meet you, Mr. Sy,” Carl said, extending his arm to him for a handshake.

Samuel held his hand and said, ”Apology Mr. Russell that we have to meet under these unpleasant circ.u.mstances. I am really sorry for our shortcomings.”

After saying that, Samuel Sy moved his gaze to Elle. She didn't know what she should feel at that moment, finally facing the man up closed. He was one of those men who caused her misery.

Elle tried her best to maintain her cool. She looked very calm outside but deep inside she was already burning with rage.

Samuel Sy offered her a handshake but she just merely glanced at his hand, unmoving in her spot. Her face was void of any emotion.

Carl and the hotel manager just watched her in confusion. It looked like she had no plan of accepting Samuel's hand. The manager felt like it was quite rude and disrespectful if she would not do a handshake with the big boss.

Samuel Sy suddenly felt the awkward atmosphere between the two of them. He felt very embarrassed as Elle ignored his greetings.

To save Samuel's face as well as Elle from that awkward situation, it was Erick who accepted his hand.

”Nice meeting you Mr. Sy. Sorry about that but Miss Aliyah is not in good health right now that's why she couldn't touch you. She is afraid that you might catch a cold because of that, am I right Ms. Ali?” Erick told them some alibi.

Because of Erick's sudden intervention, Elle realized her mistake. She just nodded absentmindedly.

Samuel let out a chuckle. ”Alright. I understand.”

Carl and Samuel continued their negotiation about the unpleasant incident he experienced in the hotel. Elle could not hear nor absorb their conversation since her mind was already wandering back to her past.

It was Samuel Sy who held Elle in place as she watched her parents being beaten by Alfonso and others. She tried her best to escape from his grasp but failed. She struggled but couldn't do anything. She was just a weak and helpless kid at that time.

Elle clenched her fists as she reminisced the past. Her body tensed up. She was fighting it inside. She needed to control her anger and restrained herself from hurting the sc.u.m in front of her.

Unknown to her, Erick was just silently observing her on the side. He was worried. He could see that she was not in herself. She was greatly affected by Samuel's presence. This was one of the reasons he opposed her suggestion a while ago.

Elle was having an internal battle when she felt a warm hand holding her hand. It was Erick. He did that to let her know that he was with her. That gesture comforted Elle a lot. She gazed up, giving Erick a faint smile.

Staying in a closed room with the man she hated and couldn't do something to vent her anger was like a torture for Elle. But thanks to Erick's presence, she managed to endure it.

Finally, Carl and Samuel finished their conversation and reconciled. Carl accepted Samuel's apology and compensation for the poor hotel service he had received.

Carl also befriended Samuel. He was able to give him the spying watch without raising any suspicion. Samuel even wore Carl's gift in front of him. It was a mission accomplished.

As long as Samuel was wearing that watch they could easily monitor his movement as well as his surroundings. If someone tried to attack him, they would know it.

Elle could finally relax after leaving Samuel's office. But she felt really exhausted… emotionally exhausted. She even staggered to her feet, swaying a little upon leaving the office. Erick guided her, going back to their room.

When they reached their room, Elle slumped her body on the soft cushion of the king-sized bed. Erick sat beside her.

”Are you okay?” he asked her worriedly.

Elle smiled at him before closing her eyes and said. ”Yeah, I am fine. I'm just tired because of work. I was not able to have enough sleep last night.”

”Okay. You can rest here for a while and get some sleep. Carl and I will continue monitoring Samuel Sy. It seems like he will be staying here for a night.”