Bella couldn’t resist venting her sarcasm, ’Oh wow, why is this man boasting his wealth to me now!? Tsk! How shameless...’
"Are you joking, right?" How could this man lightly say to buy a jet like he bought an ice cream?
"No. When it’s about you and Dax, never. And, also... I have a friend who sells private jets. He has often begged me to buy one to help boost his sales performance. I’ve always declined his offers, but now I have a reason to buy one as a gift for our son." Tristan said calmly, but Bella almost choked hearing his words.
’My goodness... this man was telling the truth. How rich is he? Is it unlimited?’ she wondered, trying to dismiss the idea of counting his wealth.
When Tristan saw Bella staring at him with her confused gaze, he smiled and explained more.
"Bella, I’m not going to buy a new jet but a used one. I hope you don’t mind about that. I mean... I can order a new jet for Dax if you find a used jet—"
"No... No... Of course, I don’t mind," Bella answered quickly, worried that this man would misunderstand again.
’Oh my, why does talking to him feel so difficult?’ She could only vent her frustration in her mind. Before continuing her words, "...ugh, Tristan, you can give him what you want. He is your son, after all."
Bella couldn’t bear to talk to him about this matter. She will never win.
Speaking of private jets, Bella could actually afford one for herself or Dax. But why should she do that? She rarely flies, and the private plane only charges a monthly fee for service and operating costs. She heard from Jack that he would have to pay around $700K to $1 million annually.
What a waste!
Bella would prefer to use that money to invest in a new startup company, earn more profits, or buy shares to receive dividends.
"Tristan, if you buy a Private Jet for Dax, I expect you to pay the annual service and operating costs…" Bella reminded him firmly. It would be a hassle if she had to pay for it.
Tristan was amused to hear Bella’s worry. When he saw her glaring at him as if scolding him through her gaze, he answered her hastily.
"You don’t need to think about that, Bella. I have a company that services and maintains private jets in this country. So, any service and maintenance charges on any jet under my name or Dax are part of the company’s Owners’ expenses..."
Bella silently sighed, aware that involving or mentioning Dax in their conversation would not favor her because Tristan was doing nothing but positive and amazing things for Dax. She nods in agreement with his decision.
After hearing Tristan’s explanation regarding the used superjet he planned to purchase, Bella began to feel drowsy. She yawned a few times without making a sound.
Tristan fell silent upon seeing Bella and asked if she was okay.
"I’m feeling exhausted. I think I should head home now," Bella said as she stood up.
He stood up and said, "I’m sorry, Bella, for making you tired. Let me walk you home."
Bella walked silently beside Tristan as they made their way to her house. Once they arrived, Tristan excused himself and headed to his own house.
After walking a few steps, Tristan turned to face Bella and said, "Good night, Bella. I’ll call you tomorrow." He smiled before continuing to walk.
"Mmm, goodnight, Tristan Sinclair..." she whispered to herself.
After watching Tristan walk away, Bella went inside her house. When she reached her bedroom, she was surprised to find his long coat still hanging on her shoulder.
She chuckled softly.
"Geez!! How could you forget to return this, Bella?"
She took off Tristan’s long coat, carefully folded it, and placed it on the sofa.
Bella tried to remind herself to return his coat tomorrow if they met.
****
Next morning.
Knowing that the mafia was monitoring her made Bella sleep poorly last night. Even when she tried, she couldn’t ignore this matter.
When Bella arrived at her office, the first thing on her agenda was to discuss the Dark Skull organization. She invited Sam and Leo to come to her office.
Not long after,
Leo arrived at Bella’s office after one of her secretaries told him to. When he entered, he sat across from Bella and looked at Sam, sitting next to him.
"Morning, Boss. Why did you call us so early?" Leo asked, narrowing his eyes at Bella. He was curious.
It wasn’t just Leo who was curious and confused; Sam was too. Bella usually comes to the office at ten, but today is different. She already arrives before nine.
Bella ignores Leo’s question. She turns to Sam and asks, "Have you ever heard of an organization named Dark Skull?"
Sam’s face suddenly turned pale when he heard that name again. After many years, he was not active in his military team. This was the first time he heard someone say that evil organization.
"How do you know about that evil group, Boss?" Sam asked in shock, shocked to learn that Bella knew about the most evil organization he had ever encountered.
"Do you know them or not?" Bella asked again, ignoring his question. Judging by Sam’s expression, she knew Sam was familiar with them.
"I know them. They are one of the reasons I retired from the military. I was injured after a secret operation against them. Even then, we succeeded in destroying many parts of the organization, but we failed to capture its top leader. He escaped..." Sam clenched his fists in anger before he explained more about what happened in the past.
"Wait… Wait… Who the hell is this Dark Skull?" Leo suddenly chimed in, his eyes darting towards Bella and Sam. "Can you guys explain it to me?"
Bella sighs deeply, "Sam, you tell him."
Sam immediately told Leo about the Dark Skull organization.