Chapter 44 -Aaron's POV : Aaron could see Thomas making his way over to his section . Vincent and Damon had already filled him in about Thomas and the Crests falling apact Everything was coming together as planned . He and Uncle Pete glanced at each other signally that it was almost time to bring Rabena . As Thomas grew closer , Pete walked away to find Gloria and Rabena . Vincent made his way over to Aaron . Just then , Thomas walked up with this huge smile on his face . " Chairman Michaels , apologies for my brother - in - law earlie do you know him ? " gh I must admit , I was little surprised to learn Damon is here . If you don't mind my asking , how see the sweat forming on his forehead as he spoke . Giving a slight smile Aaron signaled for Aaron knew Thomas was trying to play it cool , but he could Thomas to follow him over towards the stage . As they walked , Aaron began to speak . " I actually had the pleasure of meeting Damon Crest recently . We even spoke about his sister . " Aaron looked at Thomas with a mischievous grin , he knew mentioning Rabena would send instant fear to him . Judging by his expression , he was night . The color in Thomas's face was almost completely drained . " I - Is that right ? Um , what did he say . " Aaron was having too good a time watching Thomas panic . It was what he deserved after what his finance suffered through at the hands of him . "Oh , a little of this and that . You can tell he's really protective of her . Though I must say , after learning all about her , I almost asked him for her hand in marriage . " The two men reached their destination , Aaron was now staring Thomas directly in the face . Thomas looked as if the ceiling was about to fall , ' Is he joking ? Isn't he about to introduce me to his fiancé ? " Walking right into his trap , Thomas arrogantly reminded Aaron that Rabena was his wife . " Well , I guess it's ashamed I married her first . " Thomas looked smugly at Aaron . Although he wanted this deal , he wasn't about to let Michaels disrespect him , as far as he knew , Rabena was his wife ! Aaron gave Thomas a blank look , it was pissing him off hearing him call Rabena his wife , but he had to stick to the plan . Smiling coolly , Aaron let out a chuckle . " I suppose it is . Although , the way you spake so highly of that Danielle person , I would have thought SHE was your wife . Especially the way she clung onto your arm tonight . It's a shame your wife is sick I would have loved to meet her . Maybe some other time hmm . " Thomas could feel something was off , he wasn't sure why , but Michaels entire demeanor was different . Something felt cold , distant . Pushing those thoughts back , Thomas told himself it must be his nerves . Besides , he planned on remarrying Rabena anyway so that smug look on Michales ' face wouldn't last forever . " Indeed ! I'll have to plan a gathering after the merger so that our wives can meet . " Aaron nearly burst out laughing . Though he had to give it to Lockwood , he was truly committed to this lie . Aaron turned to Vincent as he nodded his head indicating Rabena was ready , a smile on his face he turned back over to Thomas . " Well , let's not waste anymore time than shall we . Lockwood , first let me say I've decided to make the deal with Lockwood Architecture Corp. It's going to be a multibillion - dollar deal as we plan to expand the entire Northern Continent " Thomas could hardly believe his ears ! Just like that ! The deal was even larger than he'd dreamed ! Not to mention he hadn't even had the chance to meet Michaels ' fiancé . What had changed his mind ? Well , whatever it was , he sure as hell wasn't going to question it ! Grabbing Aaron's hand to shake it , Thomas could hardly contain his glee .