Even though it was so late. Maxwell was in his office pacing back and forth while staring at his phone. Edwin stood at a corner watching him. He didn't even have the confidence to say comforting words for fear of being punched in the face.
Maxwell got so impatient and punched the wall behind him.
Edwin quickly spoke up seeing his rage. "I've contacted Adams,the most famous private investigator in the state. I'm sure there'll be news about Mr Brown soon.I'm really sorry, its all my fault". Edwin bowed his head humbly. "I put the bug without your permission. That's why...."
Maxwell kicked a chair in anger. "Its not your fault. Its mine. I'm the one who told you to prioritize results. Really, its my fault". Maxwell sobbed.
"Don't say that". Edwin quickly looked up. "By the way Secretary Fadel just called me saying that Mr Ronald's busy and won't be free anytime soon"
"That bastard is clearly avoiding me.I'll go to his office tomorrow morning. Let's see where he can hide". Maxwell blurted out.
"Rumor has it that Mr Ronald was able to connect with X holdings because he's involved with the gangs in Country P. If he wants to,it shouldn't be hard for someone like him to hide Mr Brown away". Edwin said.
"This state is a legal society. If Ricky Brown even so much as breaks a nail. I'll kill Peem Ronald" Maxwell vowed.
Edwin looked at Maxwell with disbelief in his eye. So much for a legal society. He thought.
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"In a dimly room. Ricky laid on a king size bed rolling around and grabbing the bed sheets in pain. His rut period came unannounced. He had to stay out of the house in order not to get exposed about his identity as an Enigma or hurt Maxwell. If he had his rut at home he wouldn't be able to control himself,he'll likely force himself on Maxwell.
"Maxwell. I feel terrible". Ricky mumbled holding his chest as his pheromones flew all over the room. "Maxwell. I want Maxwell"
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The next morning as promised Maxwell stormed into KB group with rage. The receptionists weren't able to stop him. If anyone got in his way,he released his pheromones and they backed off.
Maxwell got into the lift. He landed on the top floor housing Peem's office.He walked towards Peem's office but Fadel stood in his way. As Peem's secretary he had to ensure Maxwell didn't barge in.
"Sorry. Mr Ronald is busy. You can't go in". Fadel said placing himself in front of Peem's office even though he was weak.
Maxwell didn't take that,he choked Fadel with his pheromones but Fadel refused to back out. Fadel stood staring weakly at Maxwell. "Whatever it is. I can relay it to him" Fadel said.
Maxwell pushed him away from the way but Fadel still held Maxwell's hand tightly restraining his movement.
"Let him come in!". Peem called from inside the office.
Maxwell stormed in and Fadel followed. "Peem Ronald! Where's Ricky Brown?"
Peem was seated calmly on his chair smirking at Maxwell disdainfully. "Oh? So you're looking for someone? But,shouldn't you go to the police? This is a biotech company. I'm afraid I can't help you"
"Peem Ronald! I'll ask you again. Where is Ricky Brown". Maxwell asked his eyes were bloodshot already and he looked like a mad dog.
"Mr Brown is on leave. Didn't he tell you?". Peem asked mockingly.
Maxwell frowned confused.
"I thought a guy like Ricky would report everything to his dear Mr Kant. After all,he even came to work with a bug. He actually betrayed me and the company to help you steal classified info. Why would he hide his whereabouts from you and make you worry?". Peem blurted out.
"Stealing classified info?". Maxwell leaned on Peem's table to get closer to him.
"Yes. I was shocked too. But we caught him red-handed. Can't doubt a fact". Peem snapped and stood up from his office desk walking over to sit on the couch. "My dog is fed by me but wagging his tail at another man. Of course I need to teach him a lesson"
Maxwell pulled an office chair closer to the couch where Peem sat then stretched out his legs on the side table. "Mr Ronalds. This a legal society. Employers and employees are equals. Ricky works for you but he's not your slave. Where is he? You'd better not drag this out or else....." Maxwell threatened.
Peem sat up on the couch. "Or what? You're influential in the state. But as you said,this is a legal society. My company operates legally. Not illegal nor in debt. No matter how capable you are. What can you do to me? To be honest. Ricky and I are in love"
Fadel's chest became so weak at hearing that. He held his aching chest tight.
"He chose me and wants nothing to do with you anymore. As we all know. I hate Omegas but Ricky Brown is the only one who can get my attention. His pheromones smell just like him. Usually very plain...". Peem's lips curved into a wicked smile. "But during a special period,he's exceptionally passionate"
Maxwell dropped his legs noisily startling Fadel who was glued to the door unable to move.
"You know" Peem continued. He stood up and took short steps circling around Maxwell and holding on to the chair he sat. "He seemed to have a fever the first night. He was derilous and called out another Alpha's name in front of me. Mr Kant. You know him so well. Why don't you take a guess? When he spent the night with me,who do you think he called out for while crying?"
Maxwell was boiling with anger his pheromones were released as he kicked a glass table not far from him and it shattered violently. He stood up and clenched his fists,coming face to face to Peem.
Peem also felt intimidated. "Just because you're an S-class Alpha. You come to my territory alone and always try to subdue me with your pheromones. What a bully!". Peem also clenched his fists getting ready for the fight and releasing his own pheromones into the air too.
They were both unaware of Fadel who was affected by the highly intimidating pheromones. He held his chest painfully.
"Where is Ricky?. Give him back to me!" Maxwell shouted.
"Now you feel for him?". Peem smirked. "As an S-class Alpha,you actually made an Omega risk it for you. Isn't it a bit late for concern?".
Maxwell was provoked. He pushed Peem in the chest. Peem rushed forward to give him a punch but he dodged it and punched Peem instead exerting force on his fists. Peem clearly couldn't beat him in strength and ended up getting thrown towards the weak Fadel who struggled with his breathing. Peem refused to be defeated and forged forward to fight but Fadel stood in front of him.
"Mr Kant, Mr Ronald. Please calm down". Fadel managed to mumble. "Let's talk things out"
"Get lost!!". Maxwell screamed.
"Mr Kant, Mr Brown is really not in the company. What Mr Ronald just said was out of anger. Please... Contain your pheromones". Fadel pleaded. "Fighting won't solve the problem. Let's seat down and talk things out"
Peem looked at Fadel. "Don't waste your time on this fool. Does he look rational enough to have a sensible discussion? Crazy bastard". Peem muttered.
"Peem Ronald!!!". Fadel shouted despite his pain. "Stop talking. Contain your pheromones"
Just then the security rushed in wearing nose masks and grabbed Maxwell holding him down. "Let go of me!!". Maxwell screamed. "Peem Ronald!!! This isn't over!!!" Maxwell shouted as he was dragged out.
Peem wasn't bothered by the threat. His main concern was Fadel who was passing out. Peem held onto him tightly. "Fadel,are you alright?"
Fadel leaned towards him weakly. "Get the car!!!". Peem called, fear overshadowed his voice.