It wasn't until Cheryl disappeared upstairs that Selena started crying. "Why is her life so miserable? It would be nice if she had zero connection to Evans Group."Cheryl still didn't know that although Aiden was the head of the Hackett family and was in charge of all their family affairs, the family elders usually made the major decisions within the family.In other words, if the old man really brought this issue up with the family elders, they would only consider their family's interests. They wouldn't consider Cheryl's blood connections at all. Besides, she was also a woman.Aiden hugged Selena gently. "Don't worry. I won't let Cheryl leave us again!"Selena sobbed.However, Cheryl, who was upstairs, was still unaware of her dangerous situation....At this moment, Caroline looked at the scenery outside the car window while Kirk held her hand tightly. Neither of them said anything.Caroline felt like she could hear Kirk's heartbeat in the silence.After another five minut
Kirk finally put down his phone after Charles hung up. Then, he squinted slightly and gazed at the distant, bright moon. He would only be relieved after seeing Eddy's lifeless body. The night passed in silence after that. …The next day, Caroline woke up to have breakfast with Kirk. After eating, she left for work.Now that Eddy wasn't stirring up trouble, every day was a good day for her. Caroline felt that she had fallen in love with going to work. However, when she heard people spouting nonsense during meetings, Caroline thought leaving this job to Kirk was better.She didn't even know what he did exactly. But she was still sure of one thing. Kirk's identity wasn't as simple as he had claimed. At that thought, she felt a mild pain in her forehead again. Caroline pressed her temples firmly. The pain felt like needles piercing through her skin and into her veins. "Ms. Evans!"Right then, Caroline's newly appointed assistant, Stephanie Watson, walked in. Seeing Caro
Caroline cast a scornful glance at Joshua. She thought he was much more intelligent than Willow. As a university student, he was more insightful than Willow, who had spent her whole life in the countryside. Moreover, Joshua emanated this energy, as if he were bold and fearless. With the right guidance, a person like him could become remarkable. Unfortunately, he had strayed from the proper course. Otherwise, Caroline would have given him the same resources she had given Cheryl. "I heard you're close with Cheryl. Besides, I also heard that she even used her return to the Hackett family as a condition to save you. "I know my silly sister well. She would risk her life for the people she cares about. "And she truly doesn't care about money. Even after learning that she's the daughter of the Hackett family, she didn't want to return. That's because she values her relationships more," said Joshua.Caroline replied, "You do know your sister well. It looks like she must have riske
Joshua rose, saying, "You won't. I'm sure you'll say yes. Alright, it's getting late. I should take my leave now. Ms. Evans—"As he spoke, he took out an A4 paper and handed it to Caroline. "This is my number. I'll give you three days to think about it. I hope to get the answer I want."After saying that, he left confidently.Caroline stared at his retreating figure, pressing her temples. He was truly something.He could see that the Hacketts hadn't sincerely accepted Cheryl. That was why he had the guts to approach her without evidence and make such audacious demands. …At noon, Gwen came to have lunch with Caroline. Noticing that the latter was distracted, she asked curiously, "What's the matter with you? Is the food not to your liking?"Caroline briefly recounted the morning's events. "So, in the end, you can only ask Cheryl to be your spy?"After listening to Caroline's story, Gwen also thought that Joshua was shrewd and clever. Moreover, he had just seen them once, bu
"Mrs. Hackett Senior, everyone has their destiny. If the family elders think I should leave this family, I won't stay."In fact, Cheryl was more than willing to leave the Hackett family immediately. She was Aiden and Selena's biological daughter. However, she had moved away from them at a young age. Hence, she knew nothing about them and was not emotionally attached to them. Moreover, the Hackett family wasn't friendly. The chaos at the banquet was enough to show that. Cheryl couldn't help but wonder what other surprises awaited her if she stayed with them."Don't worry, Cheryl. I'll never let you leave the Hacketts. If the family elders insist on you leaving, I'll go with you," said Selena.After that, she looked at Aiden. "Aiden, I'm not kidding. If those people are unreasonable and want to kick my daughter out because of Eddy, I'll divorce you!"Selena's tone was firm. It didn't sound like she was joking at all. Aiden massaged his throbbing temples before replying, "We'v
The family elders spoke in hushed tones after hearing that. Ultimately, the elder, who was seated in the middle, spoke up. "We were indeed quick to judge. But since we can't ask the Morrisons, we can only make our own deductions. We know all about what you've done."In fact, this family is in the wrong. You had agreed to work with the Morrisons but went against your words halfway through. That's unreasonable."At that moment, Aiden wanted to reveal that Kirk supported Caroline. However, he remembered Cheryl's repeated warnings against disclosing this information.Hence, he could only say, "It's simple. We didn't gain much benefit from our collaboration with the Morrisons. We're in the business world, so of course we won't work with them when there are no benefits.""Nonsense!" Miles retorted. "We had joined forces to target Evans Group. Once Evans Group fell, we could have split it equally with the Morrisons. "By then, Hackett Group could have surpassed Sorkin Group and become
Cheryl took a step forward, looking at the six family elders seated above. She smiled faintly before saying, "May I say a few words as the accused party?"The six family elders exchanged looks upon hearing that. After a while, they nodded. "Yes, you may," the family elder in the middle answered. Cheryl thanked them and continued, "I know what everyone is thinking. You think the collaboration with the Morrisons ended because of my return to this family. You want to kick me out to show the Morrisons your sincerity towards them, don't you? "Isn't that the case?" Moira snapped, her tone charged with hostility. Cheryl looked at Moira. "Calm down. I haven't finished speaking."She added, "I agree with your suggestion. As long as I leave, the Morrisons will surely forgive you and resume working with you."Everyone present was shocked to hear that. They hadn't expected Cheryl to say she wanted to leave the Hacketts willingly. Meanwhile, tears welled up in Selena's eyes. "Cheryl,
At that moment, Cheryl sat in the car, still somewhat embarrassed by all the praise she had received. She hadn't meant for all that to happen. But somehow, in Selena's eyes, she was as articulate as Winston Churchill. Before Selena could speak again, Cheryl interjected, "Mrs. Hackett Senior, I want to buy something. You can drop me off ahead.""I'll go with you," Selena volunteered enthusiastically. Cheryl cast an awkward glance at her. "I'd like to go alone."Instead of thinking that Cheryl wasn't interested in shopping with her, Selena assumed the latter needed time alone after everything that had happened. "I understand. We'll drop you off at the next intersection. Cheryl, don't think about it too much. We'll definitely protect you," Selena reassured her. Cheryl didn't respond. She thought Selena was overly concerned. The Hacketts' thought process was indeed different from others. Aiden echoed Selena's sentiments. Just as Cheryl was about to get out of the car, he coul