Empress Of The Lost Kingdom - Chapter 235

As soon as the flight landed at Yun city’s airport, the twins dragged their father to the nearest shopping mall to buy gifts for their Li Juan to express their apology. After shopping almost for an hour, the twins decided to purchase a dress and matching accessories before heading to the Yu palace.

“Daddy, let’s ask mommy to wear it today itself.” Little Hyun suggested as he held the shopping bag dearly in his hands. “I hope mommy likes our gifts.”

“Of course, mommy will love it.” Lee Tae Yang gladly affirmed and looked out of the window as the car took a de route to the headquarters of the Bai Corporation.

“Daddy, where are we going?” Little Yong, who got lost in sceneries outside the window, asked when the car entered an area where hundreds of skyscrapers stood erect as if they were reaching for the bright blue sky.

“Ah, this where uncle Mu Chuan works. He asked me to take him home.”

Once the car pulled over, Lee Tae Yang got down with the twins, right infront of the giant entrance where the character “Yu” was beautifully engraved.

“Woahhhh, It is even bigger than uncle Tae Min’s office.”

Little Yong bent his neck and tried to get a look at the highest sky scrapper he had ever seen. “Daddy, who stays on the top floor?”

“Who else? It will be the CEO of this company.” Little Hyun retorted and followed his brother’s suit to glance at the grandeur building.

“Don’t hurt your neck. We can go to the top floor and take a look.” Lee Tae Yang smilingly suggested when he saw their desperate efforts.

“Really? Can we go there? Do they allow visitors?” Both of them curiously chirped while alternatively looking at the building and their father.

“Yes, the CEO permitted us to visit the top floor.”

“Oh wow…daddy even knows the CEO of this place.” Little Yong was awestruck when he learnt that his father, who is a doctor by profession was close with CEO of a place like this.

“What is there to exclaim? Uncle Tae Min is also the CEO of the largest gaming corporation.” Little Hyun who always looked at things in more matured way, casually refuted his brother.

“This person is also someone important. Even uncle Tae Min needs a special appointment to meet the CEO. You guys will get to know once you reach there.” He stated while pointing at the top floor and led his sons inside the building.

As soon as they entered the large reception area, everyone’s attention got shifted to the father-sons trio. Some onlookers even tripped in their tracks when they saw an extremely handsome dad with two charming sons walking in the reception as if it was the ramp of a famous fashion show.

“Look at those kids, aren’t they adorable?” Even the receptionists who always behaved modestly, began to pester each other with questions.

“No, look at their father.”

“Is he a father? God, he looks like a celebrity model. Are you sure that there aren’t any photoshoot going around today?”

Despite the commotion that their appearances have created, Lee Tae Yang and twins walked towards the reception.

“Good afternoon. How can I help you, sir?” One of the receptionists, politely asked after quickly hiding her excitement.

“Good afternoon. We had an appointment with CEO Bai. It’s under the name Lee Tae Yang.” He notified with a pleasant smile.

“Please wait for a minute, sir. Let me check with secretary Han.”

The receptionist took the phone and dialed the CEO’s secretary to confirm whether their boss was free or not.

“Sorry, sir. Boss is on a meeting now, and it might take twenty-thirty minutes to finish. If you don’t mind, how about you wait in the lounge?” The Receptionist apologetically pointed out.

“Yeah, sure, thank you.”

Just as Lee Tae Yang turned towards the visitor’s lounge, someone rushed towards him in a lightning speed and stopped the trio.

“CEO Lee…I mean doctor Lee.” The man greeted in a flustered voice, as he stood panting before them. “I don’t know whether you remembers me or not, I’m Zhang Hong. I was part of royal guard, few years ago.” The man introduced himself while his eyes sparkled in admiration.

“Yes, Xiao Hong. The IT expert of Alpha team.” Though it took him for a minute recognize the man who slightly differed from his memories, Lee Tae Yang gladly returned the greetings. “I heard that you went abroad for higher studies. When did you return?”

“You…you..still remembers me? Zhang Hong’s eyes widened in disbelief. It’s been nearly five years since he quit the Alpha team and went abroad for higher studies.

But how did Lee Tae Yang knew about that?

After that tragic incident from six years ago, he had only met Lee Tae Yang very few times as their Queen’s spouse, that too during the family functions in Yu palace.

But Zhang Hong never expected that Lee Tae Yang kept an eye on his life.

“I came back in August and joined the corporation as operation manager in IT wing.” Zhang Hong politely replied and glanced at the two adorable little ones looking at him in curiosity.

“I think I saw your kids when they were really young. They grew up really quick.” He asked and crouched down to the level of the twins.

“Hi there, did you come to celebrate the new year?” Zhang Hong made an effort to initiate a conversation with the little guys.

“Yes uncle, but we are here to pick someone.” Little Hyun made a clear cut answer, that surprised the other.

“Are you here to meet boss?” He unknowingly repeated and looked at their father.

“Yeah. But it seems like your boss is still on the meeting, so we were asked to wait.”

“Huh, they asked you to wait?” Zhang Hong looked at his watch and rose into his feet. “The meeting should have been over by now. Let me contact Secretary Han.” He slightly bowed his head and strode towards the reception area.

“Manager Zhang, do you know them?” One of the receptionist inquired with a worried face as soon as Zhang Hong approached the reception desk.

“Yes, very much…”

“Then can you lead them to somewhere else or perhaps, CEO’s office?” The receptionist made an odd request. “There has been a message circulating on the office group, and employees are leaving their workstations to take a look at that man and his kids.”

Soon after, Zhang Hong heard her complaint, he glanced around the visitors lounge that was unusually crowded even though it was working hours. There were even people who were sneakily taking pictures of the handsome guests.

“These people must have no fear of losing their jobs.” He almost gritted his teeth in annoyance. “Miss Luo, do me a favor, post a message on whatever group you are in.”

“Yes, sir.” She immediately picked up her cellphone and waited for his message.

“Those who were lurking in the visitors lounge, if you don’t return to their workstations in five minutes, feel free to say goodbye to this month’s bonus.” Zhang Hong recited as his face darkened in discontent.

“What?” The receptionist almost choked upon hearing his words.

“And those who took pictures, be ready to get sued for breaching privacy. I will make sure to personally go through every single one of your phones and collect evidence.” He warned in a grim voice and looked at the receptionist who stood dumbfounded, “Also, do inform secretary Han that its ‘CEO Lee’ who is here to visit boss.” He instructed and walked towards the visitor’s lounge in steady steps.

Soon after that the message was posted, the visitor’s lounge that was brimming with employees became deserted in a glimpse of moment, making it easy for Zhang Hong to take Lee Tae Yang and the kids to the CEO’s office.

As soon as the elevator door opened at the top floor of reached the top floor of Bai corporation’s headquarters, secretary Han Xin Yun who was waiting in the corridor stepped forward to welcome the unexpected guest for the day.

“Good afternoon, sir and welcome to Bai corporation, young masters.” She greeted them with a pleasant smile, even though she was scared to death. She couldn’t believe that she dared to ask these VVIP’s to wait in the visitor’s lounge? They were any normal guests, but her boss’s husband and kids.

“We are extremely sorry for the inconvenience caused by the staff, sir. None of us were aware of the fact that you will be visiting with young masters.” She bowed her head to express the apology.

“It’s alright, secretary Han. There is no need to apologize. We are also at fault. We thought we would crash here and give you all a surprise.” Lee Tae Yang brushed off the commotion in the reception as if it was no big deal.

“Yes, it is truly a surprise for us, since young masters are here.” Han Xin Yun stated as her eyes moved to the kids who were glancing around the corridor that was filled with awards and certificate of achievements.

“Please, wait inside.” Secretary Han opened the glass door and allowed them to enter the brightly lit CEO’s office.

Though the office room was arranged in minimalistic décor, with lots of plants and a flower garden in the balcony, it gave a cozy vibe.

As soon as Little Hyun’s eyes caught the jade nameplate resting on the executive table, he tried to read the name that was engraved on it.

“Bai Yue Ling…Are we here to see this person?” He tilted his head and asked his father who already took a seat in the large couch in the living area that was part of the office room.

“Yes, what do you think about this office?” Lee Tae Yang asked the twins who were practically checking out every single corner of the room, with a pair of bewildered eyes.

“It seems like our home.” Little Hyun commented after a long moment of silence,

“Looking at the size of the bookshelf over there, it similar to the one in our house…This person loves to read.”

“He also got so many plants. If mommy came here with us, she should have loved this place.” Little Yong shared his opinion on the office room that was decorated with a similar taste as his mother.

“Well, it is mommy’s company.” Lee Tae Yang blurted out without even realizing.

“How come it is mommy’s company? It’s written Bai corporation..that is not owned by mom but the entire Bai family.” Little Hyun muttered under his breath, when he heard his father said something wrong. .

As per Secretary Han’s order, an employee came with drinks and some snacks for the special guests.

“Secretary Han, can we take a look at the CEO’s office?” Lee Tae Yang asked as he took a sip of the cool and refreshing juice. “They were excited to go to the top floor.”

“Yes, sir.” Han Xin Yun wobbled her head, wondering why he is asking for permission.

As soon as, the twins got their permission, they sprung up from the couch while looking at the giant floor length glass walls behind the CEO’s seat.

“You can see the Yun mountains from there.” He added to pique their curiosities and led them towards the glass wall.

While the twins immersed themselves in the majestic view of snow capped Yun mountains, Lee Tae Yang returned to the couch.

“It must be difficult for you to work with a CEO who occasionally visits the office.” He casually pointed out to ease the tensed secretary.

“No, sir. Boss never let us know her absence here.” Han Xin Yun immediately admitted.

“Actually, she is like a role model for us. Most of the times, women were forced to choose either a career or a family. But boss just proved everyone wrong by leading two corporations at a time while being a mother. I was literally shocked when she agreed to be a visiting professor at the university. Like how?” Secretary Han who just went ahead with her praises ended up sounding like a devoted fan girl. “Whenever I ask boss, she just tells me that it is because of her husband’s support. Is that right, sir?”

“Did she say like that? Oh my god.” Lee Tae Yang let out a chuckle that left secretary Han in a dazed state.

“Good heavens, is this same person who was once known as the dark emperor of the Lee corporations? It must be true that meeting the right person changes your life.” She almost spoke her mind.

“I’m a strong believer of collective effort, Secretary Han. Whatever Bai Corporation has achieved so far is a joint effort of all the employees, not just the CEO. I can assure you that your boss thinks the same.”

“But still, I can’t imagine how she perfectly manages her busy schedule.”

“She does enjoy being busy.” Lee Tae Yang proudly stated with a beaming face, “And ofcourse, teaching at university is like her favourite hobby.”

“What about young masters? Are they okay with their mother being busy?”

“Since she works from home, they nearly consider her as an unemployed person.” Lee Tae Yang glanced at his kids who were looking around the CEO’s office and spoke in a low voice.

“Oh, Good Lord. Is that true?”

Suddenly, their conversation got broken by a faint knock at the glass door,

“Secretary Han, the meeting is over. Boss will be here in a couple of minutes.” A bodyguard informed,

Hearing the message, Little Hyun and Yong rushed back to their father’s side and sat on the sofa calmly.

As they anticipatingly waited, the bodyguard opened the glass door,

Among the hurried footsteps, a melodious yet authoritative voice heard distinctly from outside,

“Company mergers have never been smooth and peaceful. So check on H international’s founding board members and try bringing them to our side. Though uncle Zhu offered his help, we need to be extra careful, so let’s have a meeting with the strategy team as soon as possible.”

Li Juan gave the orders and paused for second as she looked at her watch,

“Other than that, we don’t have anything else for today, right?”

“No, Boss. Why don’t you take a break and have lunch? It’s already late.” Her assistant pointed out.

“No..no..I will eat with my babies. They must be here in any moment.” Li Juan gladly said as she walked towards her seat. “I have no idea how I managed to stay without my babies, so long. I just can’t wait to see-”

“Mommy!!!!” Little Hyun and Yong loudly exclaimed and looked at the woman who just took the CEO’s seat.

“Mommy is a boss?”