Chapter 3 Carry Me Downstairs

• Perplexed, Athena's eyes were fixed on him.
• It was evident that the young boy was not an average Joe just by looking at his clothes.
• However, the way he stared at her at that moment was hard to describe.
• It's almost like he's looking at a rare treasure.
• Athena found herself speechless by her own thoughts.
• Impatient, Ivy glared at the young boy. "Who are you? Do you know that it is working hours? You cannot simply enter the company as you like."
• "Such a bother."
• Aloof, the young boy nonchalantly glanced at her, then casually pointed a tiny finger at Ivy and commanded, "You! Go clean the floor immediately. You must use your hands and a cloth to wipe. Use! Your! Hand!"
• Ivy began to think that she must be dreaming and couldn't help but scoff, "What did you say?"
• Did he just tell me to clean the floor?
• "Do you not understand what I'm saying?" The young boy looked at her disdainfully. "Not only are you ugly, but you're also lacking in intellect. It appears that there's nothing extraordinary about this company. I must reconsider whether I should change the people in charge of my birthday celebration!"
• Ivy had never anticipated that the youngster would be so sharp-tongued. Her entire body trembled from rage. "Where did this unruly child come from? Have your parents not taught you to respect your elders? You have no manners at all. I will teach you a lesson today!"
• She raised her hand, preparing to strike the boy.
• Athena was taken aback and almost instinctively rushed forward to shield the young boy in her arms.
• How could she raise her hand at such a small child?
• The others around them were also startled. How can Ivy treat such a charming boy in this manner?
• The bodyguards were outraged and exploded, "How dare you! Is Ronan someone you can even touch? Seize her!"
• Within seconds, Ivy was restrained by bodyguards on either side.
• The others were lost for words.
• Ivy was also caught off guard.
• She had never been treated this way before, especially not before her subordinates.
• In a fit of fury, she struggled and exclaimed, "What are you doing? Let me go!"
• However, the bodyguards held her firmly, their grips tightly locked on her.
• Victor, the general manager from Nexus Creations, rushed over after hearing the commotion and tried to de-escalate the situation. "Gentlemen, please remain calm. My subordinate was disrespectful to the young master. I sincerely apologize and ask that you forgive her."
• Victor was in his office on the top floor, preparing to welcome Sterling Group's young son, but he never anticipated Ronan visiting the planning department.
• Upon hearing the news, he hurried over only to witness the scene before him, which shook him to the core.
• He had put in tremendous effort to establish a connection with Sterling Group.
• It would undoubtedly be devastating if this incident led to the partnership falling through.
• The bodyguard sneered, "Your employee dared to refer to Sterling Group's young son as an unruly child. Such uncouth barbarians!"
• Everyone was thunderstruck by his words!
• The gentle and charming boy before them turned out to be the young son of the Sterling family!
• No wonder he exuded such grace at such a tender age!
• Ivy was dumbfounded.
• Her expression, initially a mix of shock and anger, suddenly turned white as paper.
• Would she survive after offending the Sterling family's young master?
• She would likely lose her position if she jeopardized the two companies' collaboration.
• Victor's complexion paled, and he said anxiously, "I am truly sorry. I will have her apologize to Mr. Sterling immediately." Then, he glared at Ivy in exasperation. "Ms. Young! Why are you just standing there? Hurry up and apologize!"
• Ivy was humiliated but couldn't care less about her dignity at that moment. "Forgive me, sir. I was foolish and disrespectful to you. I hope you won't hold it against me."
• However, the boy acted like he had not heard her apology and snuggled into Athena's arms without acknowledging Ivy.
• His fair and plump cheeks seemed like a soft ball of cotton. His obsidian-like wide eyes shone brightly, and his petite nose was straight and high. His rosy lips were slightly pursed, and his small hands affectionately wrapped around Athena's neck, showing no intention of letting go.
• Athena had always liked children. Seeing him made her want to hold him.
• And now that he was in her arms, she had no intention of letting go.
• The little child was so gentle and well-behaved. An odd sense of familiarity made it even harder for her to let him go.
• Seeing that the boy had ignored her, Ivy became more anxious and couldn't help but speak up again, "Mr. Sterling?"
• The little boy finally reacted as he gave Ivy a cold glance. "The person you should apologize to is not me, but this pretty lady."
• Ivy was mortified.
• Apologize to Athena, that despicable w*nch?
• Never, not even in your dreams!
• "Why, you don't want to? That's okay, then. However, I will have Daddy reconsider the project your company is working on."
• The boy calmly instructed the bodyguards, "Let's go."
• The bodyguards immediately released Ivy and went toward Ronan.
• Victor hurriedly stopped them. "Sir, please wait. Ivy is willing to apologize." He glowered at Ivy. "Ms. Young, everyone in the company put in blood, sweat, and tears for this collaboration with Sterling Group. If you want to waste everyone's hard work, please pack up and leave immediately. This company doesn't need you!"
• Ivy's face turned white.
• The young boy was determined to seek justice for Athena.
• She would have a dark future before her if she didn't apologize.
• Reluctantly, she gritted her teeth and said, "Fine. I apologize. I'm sorry."
• "You're not being sincere."
• The boy seemed offended.
• Ivy took a deep breath, swallowed all the humiliation, and bowed to Athena, "I'm sorry for what I did just now. Please forgive me."
• Seeing Ivy speak humbly, Athena felt relieved but thought it was ironic.
• She never expected to see the usually arrogant bully bowing down to someone else.
• As Ivy finally compromised, Victor quickly stepped forward to smooth things over. "Sir, she apologized. So, about the collaboration between our companies…"
• "The floor hasn't been cleaned yet." The little boy refused to let it go.
• Ivy, feeling disgraced, gritted her teeth and said, "I'll clean it immediately."
• After speaking, she went ahead to get cleaning supplies and wiped the water stains off the floor until it was spotless before everyone.
• None felt any sympathy for her.
• They had witnessed how Ivy treated Athena daily. Her current situation was only the consequences of her actions.
• The boy finally seemed satisfied when Ivy finished cleaning. "I won't hold today's incident against you. But I have one last request. She is not allowed to participate in my birthday banquet."
• Victor swiftly agreed, "That's not a problem."
• "In that case, there's nothing else. I'll be leaving."
• The boy turned to Athena, his eyes fixed on her.
• Athena understood and quickly tried to put him down.
• However, the little boy held on tightly with both hands and ordered her in an adorable voice, "Carry me downstairs."