"Today, the president of Leonard Corporations, Jonathan Leonard, unexpectedly appeared in the conference room of the company. It seems that a fierce battle for his late father's assets is about to commence between him and his late father's wife, Phoebe Leonard! Is the position of president in the corporation about to undergo a massive change once again? Let's just wait and see! Tune in for more updates tomorrow." The melodious voice of the show's host came from the car's radio."Um—sorry about that! I'll turn it off right away!" The driver hurriedly switched off the radio as soon as he realized his mistake."What? The president of Leonard Corporations is about to be replaced? What the hell is going on? Are those two really that impatient? This can't be happening! I need to stop them!" Scarlett became anxious as she thought about the matter. She hardly knew why she felt such an intense urge to intervene, but she could never allow something like this to happen. She hadn't worked so hard
"Um—mmm—no—" Jonathan hadn't completely withdrawn when Scarlett surrendered to his touch."That's a good girl. You might as well give up now, Scarlett. You're mine—only mine—" Jonathan's touch deepened, his lips never leaving her body.The strong scent of red wine permeated Scarlett's mouth, with a hint of bitterness amid the surge of richness. She supposed this was what love tasted like. The more she thought about it, the less she struggled. Her body relaxed as she slowly accepted Jonathan's intrusion.Not long after, a familiar, primal rhythm descended in the private room they occupied in the bar."How do you plan on handling the affairs of your company, Jonathan?" Scarlett couldn't help but repeat her question after their electric encounter. This was, after all, a matter of the life and death of a company."What do you mean by handle? She had an easy way out, but she chose not to take it. Leonard Corporations? Ha! I don't want it anymore. What I want is my own company, completely in
"Once you've got a grasp of the entire situation, if you're adamant about reclaiming Leonard Corporations, the benefits are the fact that you're the legitimate heir, and everyone would naturally bow down to your will. You would also be more familiar with the operations of the company, which would make it inherently easier to take control from within. "But what's slightly more challenging is the matter of getting rid of certain employees who serve no useful purpose to the company. After all, they're there because of their connections, and they're backing each other. I believe that if one of them happens to be implicated, the rest will ultimately stand up for them. So, firing a high-ranking employee might prove to be a challenge, especially considering their numerous clients and extensive relationships. "As for establishing your own company, the benefits of that are, in turn, obvious too. It will be your own company, so your word will be the law. You'll have the freedom to arrange your
Upon hearing the incessant beeps from her phone, Scarlett immediately retrieved her phone and glanced at the screen. She was in the car, and anticipation flooded her heart. Part of her wished that it was Jonathan who texted her, but the moment she caught a glimpse of her notifications, she frowned curiously. It was her baby, Lucas. Scarlett was puzzled; Lucas rarely texted her, so why was he acting so unusually today?Then she read the contents of his message."What? Why would Jonathan be with Lucas? And the amusement park?" A series of questions filled her heart, but none of them yielded any concrete answers. Scarlett felt her frustration rising along with her confusion."Whatever. Forget it—if those two crafty guys are together, I'd be fortunate enough if they don't end up harming others, let alone worrying about their safety. It's better for me to go home and sleep. I don't have it in me to dwell on what they're doing right now anyway!" With her mind made up, Scarlett decided to let
"That one?" Lucas pointed to one of the brightest stars and asked tentatively."You're absolutely right. It's that one indeed." Jonathan resumed his silent contemplation after replying almost absentmindedly.After gazing at the star for a moment, Lucas realized that the Ferris wheel had completed its round, but he didn't feel like interrupting Jonathan's trance just yet. Part of him couldn't stand seeing Jonathan so despondent, so he opted to follow with a cheeky remark a while later."Hey, mopey guy! We're here! Time to get off! Do you plan on staying here forever? Everyone in the queue down there is looking at you! How many times do you expect to go around this wheel with just one ticket?" Lucas deliberately provoked Jonathan, attempting to elicit some kind of response from him."Lucas! What did you say? Do you have a death wish?" Sure enough, Jonathan's innate wrath was always ready to strike, regardless of its target."I'm talking about you, dumbass! What are you gonna do about it?
"I know that. When the time comes, I'm counting on you to record everything. Don't you dare slack off!" Jonathan had already considered everything Lucas had brought up. After all, he hadn't been the president of Leonard Corporations for so many years for nothing."Since you already know, then I won't waste my energy explaining it to you. How much longer until we meet up with them?" Lucas hadn't eaten breakfast yet, and for a six-year-old, it was a meal of utmost importance."In half an hour, including our round trip by car. We still have ten minutes to spare, though. Why?" Jonathan knew that Lucas wouldn't ask something for no reason, so he took care to add a question of his own."Oh well, I was thinking, maybe … Can I have breakfast first?" Lucas finally spoke up, having ignored his growling stomach's demands all this time. He looked rather embarrassed by his request."Bring us some breakfast, please, Ms. Rose. And quickly!" Jonathan could never bear to let his own son starve. Immedia
"Well, there's that, then." Jonathan was inwardly delighted, but his face was as unruffled as ever."If you're done, I won't see you off," Phoebe said coldly."I see someone really doesn't know when to give up, even when the situation is already against them." Tristan laughed beside Phoebe.Jonathan scoffed coldly before he stood and left with Lucas. "This isn't over yet," was all he left them with before striding out of the coffee shop."Ungrateful bastard," Phoebe retorted, her expression ugly. Jonathan turned momentarily as soon as those words left her mouth. His cold gaze penetrated her, making her scalp crawl. Phoebe found herself turning away immediately, taking great care not to meet his eyes.Jonathan sneered once more before walking away.His mood improved greatly once they had finally left the shop. The next step would be to craft a plan brutal enough to finally bring down the mother and son."Lucas, you were amazing today." Jonathan smiled at Lucas. "How about I take you out
"Wow, to what do I owe the honor of being personally greeted by you, President Leonard? Where's your housekeeper? I'm not sure I can handle all this fanfare." Scarlett tried to swallow her laugh."Alright, stop teasing me, Scarlett. My housekeeper is out on some business. If you don't help me, I won't be able to be president soon," Jonathan replied with a bitter smile."So, you're only here because your housekeeper's not in." Scarlett pursed her lips."No, of course not. I'm here because of you." Jonathan scrambled to change his words. He was at a disadvantage after all, since he needed her help at the moment. And yet, a wicked smile crossed his face as he thought about what he was about to give her in a while."Follow me. All the documents I have to show you are here." Scarlett followed Jonathan into the house, and he led her into his study shortly after. A stack of documents were neatly piled on his desk, and Scarlett didn't waste much time as she strode over and picked them up. She