Chapter 2: Found You

Three years down the line, Chase Corporation had taken over Maple City like a storm.

The city’s established leaders were in distress, unable to understand why Chase Corporation, an enterprise that should have been rooted in Starlight City, the Windsor family's stronghold—had chosen to dominate their modest city instead. The move left them overshadowed.

In his office, Henry massaged his temples, feeling the fatigue from back-to-back meetings.

He instinctively opened the bottom drawer and pulled out a thick stack of papers.

Without realizing it, he had documented every little detail of Zoey's life, almost like a biography.

Zoey, the eldest daughter of the Spencer Family, had become a pawn after her father married his mistress. Despite earning dual PhDs at a young age, she was always second fiddle to her younger sister in her father's eyes.

For the past three years, Henry had thrown everything he had into finding her, even hiring mercenaries, yet he remained in the dark.

It was as if Zoey had vanished into thin air.

Even keeping tabs on the Spencer Family didn't help.

"Mr. Windsor."

John knocked on the door, looking a bit nervous.

Henry snapped out of his thoughts, returned the documents back, and waved John in.

John held out a phone, looking troubled.

Before he could say anything, a voice boomed from the other end. "Give him the phone!"

"It's your father." John respectfully placed the phone on the table with the speaker on.

Henry's father immediately started yelling, "You don't even answer my calls now?!"

Henry sighed, motioned for John to leave, and replied, "The company's been busy."

That only made his father angrier. "Busy with what? Those small-time operations?"

"It's been three years, and you haven't come back to see me. Are you trying to drive me nuts?You insisted on setting up Chase Corporation in Maple City. Fine, it's your company; I won't meddle. But you haven't come back in three years, do you even care about me? My heart attacks are getting worse because of you!"

Henry rubbed his forehead and exhaled deeply. "Dad, I know a good cardiologist. Want me to recommend him to you?"

There was a moment of silence, then a deep breath before the yelling resumed.

After some static, a gentle voice replaced his father's.

"Henry, your father is just worried about you. Look at our family, even your nephews have kids now. It's time for you to think about it too."

Henry, born when his father was older, Henry had always been spoiled. No one in the Windsor family could control him.

"Your grandnephew is turning ten in a few days. Come back for the birthday celebration and visit us."

With John present, there was no way to avoid the request.

Henry reluctantly agreed. "Alright."

His mother was thrilled. "Come back soon." She said a few more words before hanging up.

Henry leaned back in his chair and instructed John, "Book a flight to Starlight City."

John kept a straight face but was secretly thrilled. Finally, they were heading back to headquarters! At least he wouldn't have to keep searching for a ghost here!

Two days later, at the airport.

Henry lounged in the VIP waiting area, wearing sunglasses and resting, while John handled matters outside.

A chubby, bald guy nearby was talking loudly, waving his arms as he spoke. In a sudden motion, he knocked over his coffee, splashing it all over Henry.

Henry's high-end coat was instantly stained with a dirty black mark.

The bald guy didn't even notice and kept yapping away.

Henry frowned, not wanting to deal with the hassle, and was about to call John to handle it.

Just as he reached for his phone, a clear voice cut through the air. "Hey, Mr. Baldy, shouldn't you apologize for spilling coffee on someone? Or are you picking on a blind man because he can't see?"

Henry was taken aback. A blind man? Was she talking about him?

He peered over his sunglasses at the speaker. She was wearing a beige skirt, her hair tied in a high ponytail. She looked playful and youthful, like a student.

When Henry got a good look at her face, his expression changed completely. He slowly straightened in his seat.

The woman he'd been searching for three years, whose every detail he had memorized, was right in front of him.

Zoey, unaware of Henry's thoughts, saw him sit up andassumed he had finally realized what had happened. She grew more annoyed with the bald guy. "You better apologize to the blind man now, or I'll call the cops."

Seeing that she was just a young woman, the bald man scoffed and sneered. "Why should I? Did you see me spill it? Do you think the cops will care about something this small?"

Zoey, unfazed, sneered back. "I've been a lawyer for a while. I've dealt with all kinds of people. Do you think I can't handle you?"

Her confidence made the bald guy pause, but his hesitation quickly turned into anger. He stepped forward and shouted, "What's it to you, you nosy bitch?!"

He took a step forward, looking like he was about to get physical.

Zoey immediately stepped back, ready to defend herself.

Before she could react further, Henry stood up abruptly and stepped in front of her, shielding her with his body. He removed his sunglasses and fixed the bald man with a cold stare. "Get lost."

Henry's eyes were so intimidating that it sends a chill down the bald man's spine. He swallow nervously as Henry continued.

"This coat costs more than you can afford. If you value your life, I suggest you leave now."

That was enough. the bald guy backed down and hurried away.

Henry took a deep breath, turned to Zoey, his eyes tracing her features.

Zoey's heart raced under his intense gaze. How could someone with such sharp eyes be blind? Realizing she had intervened without knowing the situation, she suddenly felt awkward and avoided his gaze. "I guess I was being nosy."

Henry was about to respond when John's voice interrupted. 

"Mr. Windsor, it's time to..." John stopped short when he noticed Zoey. His eyes widened as he finished hesitantly, "board?"

'It's over, there's no going back,' John thought.

Zoey took the chance to say goodbye. "Looks like you have things to do. We'll be going now." She grabbed the girl beside her and turned to leave.

John nervously watched Henry, praying internally not to hear what he already feared.

"John, cancel the trip."

With just a few words, John felt like he was sentenced.

Meanwhile, Zoey and Carol Johnson left the airport. Carol couldn't stop herself, "That guy was really weird. He wasn't blind, so why didn't he react at first? He made us look awkward."

Zoey also found him strange yet familiar, but she shook her head and didn't think much of it.

She looked up at the large sign reading "Maple City Station," her eyes turning cold. She was back on this land after three years.

Three years ago, her "good father" had personally sent her as a gift; it was a betrayal that was unforgettable!

This time, Zoey was back to settle those old scores!