Surviving the Apocalypse with my Multiplier System novel Chapter 122

Julian was called over to talk with Reginald, leaving Rayne alone with Ella in her room.

"Spill it, Rayne! What’s the deal between you and him? He’s a super hottie!" said Ella with a knowing look.

Rayne smiled at her friend’s antics. Although Ella was usually very reserved and quiet in public, she really loved drama and excitement.

"You should know who he is," said Rayne, lifting her chin up.

Ella thought about it but couldn’t figure out who he was. "I don’t know, who is he?" she asked curiously.

"CEO of REN Corporation, Julian Barclay," smiled Rayne, dropping a bomb on Ella.

"WHAT? How did you hook up with the CEO of REN Corporation?!" she gasped. Then her mind started racing. "Wait, wasn’t he pronounced dead a few months ago?"

Rayne nodded. "Yes, it’s a long story, but he had to fake his own death. So don’t go around spreading the news."

Ella felt her head spin. "This is all just so crazy. My best friend hooked up with the CEO of the richest man in the country..."

Blushing, Rayne walked over to cover Ella’s mouth. "Shush! No one hooked up with anyone! We’re... just figuring it out..." she said shyly. She was worried Julian would overhear their conversation.

Ella lightly bit Rayne’s hand, causing Rayne to pull her hand off Ella’s mouth.

"Figuring it out, my ass! No wonder you don’t wanna move in with me. He’s probably sending you to the moon every night!" teased Ella. She was happy that Rayne had a love interest after everything she’d been through with Dillon.

"Ella!!" cried Rayne, feeling embarrassed. "I swear nothing has happened... yet." Her mind kept going back to the previous night, making her even more embarrassed.

"Fine, fine. I won’t tease you anymore. Just when you make babies, remember to make me the godparent!" she laughed.

While the girls were teasing each other, Julian was having a private, serious talk with Reginald.

"Very well, I promise not to spread the word of you being alive. Thank you for warning me about this matter," said Reginald with a serious expression.

"Thank you. Let me know if there’s anything you need. I have a good amount of items, and here..." said Julian, reaching into his backpack. "Take this to protect yourself. If you need more ammo, just ask. I have a large supply."

Julian pulled out the basic pistol he had and gave it to Reginald, along with a box of spare ammo.

Reginald took the pistol. "Thank you, Mr. Barclay. I hope it doesn’t need to be used, but I will feel better about being able to protect my family."

"Please, just call me Julian. Rayne and your daughter are best friends. I hope you all stay safe," replied Julian with a small smile.

Julian then walked over to Ella’s bedroom to see if Rayne was ready to head home. As he entered, he heard Ella giggling and Rayne’s bright red face.

"Seems like you ladies were having a good time in here," he smiled before turning to Rayne. "Are you ready to head back?"

Rayne walked over to stand beside him. "Yes, I’m ready. What do you think if we invite the Sotos over for dinner tomorrow?" she said in a low voice.