Luman Real Estate. Jason had left a while ago, and the office was quiet, with a strange atmosphere hanging in the air. Melissa's right hand, resting on the table, was trembling faintly.She couldn't believe that Aaron had actually sent someone to follow her. She scolded herself for being too careless. Meeting Geoff had been a risky move to get him temporarily out of the picture, but it seemed that her actions had been exposed. Fortunately, he had let Jason send the evidence back, indicating that he didn't want to pursue the matter.The more Melissa thought about it, the more uneasy she felt. She quickly picked up her phone and dialed Lionel's number. "It's been a while. Why hasn't there been any progress on your end?"Lionel, however, remained calm. "Just wait a bit longer. It's almost time."Although Melissa was anxious, she didn't want to press him further. She urged impatiently, "Hurry up and make the arrangements!""I understand," Lionel replied with a smile. His plans extended be
Elaine could clearly sense that Sylvia was intentionally killing time. First, they spent nearly two hours dining. After dinner, Sylvia dragged her shopping, from the women's section to the men's section, and finally into a supermarket. Elaine's legs felt like jelly after all that walking. Sylvia, on the other hand, was still brimming with enthusiasm, or perhaps overexcitement."Aren't you tired?" After they had roamed around the entire supermarket several times and their shopping cart remained empty, Elaine finally had enough and asked, "Are you sure you want to buy anything?""Yes!" Sylvia responded enthusiastically, dragging her around the supermarket once more.After waiting in line, they finished their shopping and it was already past ten. Elaine thought it was time to head home, but Sylvia suggested, "Since I have the day off tomorrow, how about we go singing?"Elaine believed that Sylvia was intentionally delaying her return home."What's wrong?" Sylvia took a few steps ahead an
Melissa was so angry that she almost threw her phone. She couldn't believe she was being asked to apologize to Elaine. How dare they even suggest it? The more she thought about it, the angrier she became. She grabbed her car keys and stormed out of the house.Sarah came downstairs just in time to see Melissa rushing out and asked, "Mom, where are you going?""None of your business!"Melissa drove straight to Aaron's company and demanded, "Where's Aaron? Tell him to come out!"Given her status, the security guards initially didn't dare to stop her. When they tried to approach her after she angrily shouted a few times, Melissa didn't let them get close. "Do you dare to touch me? Try it!"Melissa sneered a few times, crossed her arms, and looked imposing. "Go and get Aaron. Tell him I want to apologize to Elaine, and we'll see if she can handle it!"The employees below didn't dare to delay. Someone immediately called Jason, who had just parked the car in the garage. Jason, upon receiving
"You!" Melissa was so angry that her lips twitched. She grabbed the coffee cup and threw it at Aaron. Aaron quickly dodged to the side, avoiding the cup, but he still got splashed with coffee. Brown stains marred his white shirt, forming conspicuous blotches."That's enough. We don't need to talk anymore. Let's call the police!" Aaron said firmly.In the past, he might have been closer to Melissa and even admired her for managing a large company as a woman. Sarah, despite being ill, was optimistic and pleasant to be around. But now, they had taken his leniency for weakness and treated him like a doormat.Melissa's heart sank when she heard the mention of calling the police. While the evidence might not be enough to incriminate her, if this matter became public, it would damage not only her personal reputation but also the company's credibility. Given the recent downturn in the real estate industry, she couldn't afford to take such a risk.With a deep sigh in her heart, Melissa relucta
"You urgently called me out for this?" Sylvia laughed so hard she almost lost her breath. "Come on, Elaine, it's the 21st century. Aaron shouldn't care about such things!"Elaine was already embarrassed to bring up this topic, and Sylvia's enthusiastic response made her blush even more. She nudged Sylvia, whispering, "Lower your voice!"Sylvia continued to chuckle. "Alright, alright. If you're really concerned, go to the hospital for a reconstructive surgery. It'll guarantee he won't feel a thing!""I just don't want to have surgery," Elaine replied, patting her cheeks with a touch of embarrassment. "Maybe I'm overthinking it. If he ever brings it up, I really don't know how to explain.""Elaine, I think Calvin is more suitable for you. You don't know, Calvin told me today that he wants to help you get revenge!""He's talking nonsense!" Elaine whispered. She shouldn't have told him the truth!Sylvia didn't seem convinced. "Don't underestimate him. His dad runs a real estate company, a
In a high-end apartment somewhere, Lionel casually tossed his phone onto the sofa and walked to the floor-to-ceiling window, gazing at the vibrant night scenery of the city. The era that belonged to him alone was finally approaching after tonight.The bathroom door opened, and Cathy, wrapped in a bath towel, stepped out. Her wet, long hair cascaded down her shoulders. She looked at the man's back, her eyes filled with deep admiration. She approached him from behind and wrapped her arms around his neck."Aaron Corporation will soon be yours. Are you happy?" she asked.Lionel caught her hand and lightly kissed it. "I'm ecstatic!""In that case, when are you going to marry me?" Cathy's other hand slipped inside his shirt, gently caressing him. "I've betrayed even my best friend for you. If you dare to abandon me, I won't stand for it!"Lionel chuckled, turned around, and pulled her into his embrace. "Sweetheart, when did I ever say I don't want you? After I reclaim Aaron Corporation, I h
The car was driving steadily. As Elaine gazed out the window at the breathtaking scenery, she gradually pushed aside all her worries. In the face of such majestic landscapes, personal grievances and emotions seemed insignificant.Seeing her lost in the scenery, Aaron didn't disturb her and started contemplating how to quell the local disturbances at the vacation resort. One thing was clear: he had to secure the project for the resort. As for Lionel's secret acquisition of company shares... Aaron had his own strategies for that!As the altitude increased, the mountain road became steeper and more dangerous. Along with it, the scenery grew grander, but due to the weather, there was heavy fog, creating an otherworldly atmosphere.Aaron took a bottle of mineral water, opened it, and handed it to Elaine. "Have some water."Elaine glanced at him, her face showing a rare relaxed and carefree expression. Aaron noticed and felt that bringing her along on this trip had been the right decision.
The news of Aaron and Elaine's accident, where their car had plummeted off a cliff, spread rapidly and caused a huge sensation within a few hours. The first casualty was Aaron's company's stock price, which hit the daily limit down by the time the market closed that day.Ralph Brown sat on the sofa, leaning on his crutches, appearing unusually silent. His thoughts were inscrutable. A hurried set of footsteps approached from outside, and Lilian, crying loudly, was assisted by a servant as she entered."Father, I'm begging you, save Aaron. You must find a way to save Aaron. He's still so young," Lilian implored.Ralph Brown replied, "Tell them to prepare the private jet. Whether it's to see the living or to confirm the dead, there's no reason for anyone from the Brown family to die without explanation.""Yes," Luke acknowledged and immediately took out his phone to arrange for the private jet.Lilian, her face soaked in tears, halted her crying at her father's words, her face filled wit