But back home, Maurice felt that Araminta was never satisfied with him. Kara, on the other hand, looked at him with admiration, which fed his male ego immensely."What's this, Maurice? Are you trying to argue with me today? Are you blaming me now? Everything I've done has been for you and Kimberly. Was it for me?"How can you say that? Quinn has returned and secured the Kane Group project so quickly. She's held a grudge against us for a long time. Aren't you at all worried? I've worked tirelessly for five years for Four Seasons Incorporated, and now it feels like it's all been for nothing. How can I be happy?""What are you worried about? My project is still ongoing. The bidding conference is tomorrow, and I'm confident I'll win." Maurice was quite confident about himself. "Araminta, can you have a bit of faith in me?"Araminta felt really frustrated. But with Maurice, she didn't know what else to say.Sometimes, she genuinely thought his vision was limited. Yet, he was the best s
"Honestly, I can't believe she really managed to defeat Xandor Group.""Who would have believed it? At first, I thought her claim of taking down Xandor Group in three months was a joke. It turns out the joke was on me.""We're all the joke here. It's unbelievable."A young lady with nothing managed to topple Xandor Group. That alone was a miracle.A few familiar faces approached to say hello."Ms. Jowell, it's incredible that you secured a partnership with Kane Group. Please remember us in the future!""Yeah, we'd love to get some of the benefits too."Partnering with Kane Group was a dream for many. If the stakes weren't so high, Xandor Group wouldn't have gone to such lengths to win the project."There might be opportunities in the future." Quinn remained indifferent.Seeing her demeanor, the others didn't press further. Everyone was still observing. As they were unsure of Quinn's backers, no one dared to offend her. She must have significant support behind her.After the c
When Simon saw Shania return, he stepped out of his room."Mom, who's targeting us?" It was clear someone was behind their current predicament. How else could such real-name whistleblowing happen?"I don't know. I don't even know who's behind this," Shania replied. The anonymity of their attackers made the situation even more terrifying.The online accusations came in waves—some true, some false. But the enraged netizens didn't bother to discern the truth. They were quick to condemn at the slightest hint of controversy."Could it be Quinn?" Simon asked with suspicion."Quinn? How could it be her? She could never be my rival." Shania couldn't fathom it being Quinn."But, Mom, she did take the Kane Group project from you, and Mr. Kane seems to like her a lot."Shania fell silent.If it were Quinn, it would be terrifying. Given Quinn's grudge against them, she might indeed bring them to ruin."Mom, how's Shelly doing? Since we can't figure this out, let's ask the Patterson family
If the Xandor family went down, Shelly knew she wouldn't have a good life either. As Darius was about to step into the elevator, she hurried over."Darius, my family's in trouble. Could you help make a call?" Shelly asked, lowering herself."What happened?" Shelly had been serving him well, so Darius was willing to do her a small favor.Shelly quickly explained the situation at home, and Darius agreed to look into it.Meanwhile, back in Jipsfort, Ian was still lying in the hospital. Xavier decided to visit him since he had nothing better to do."Xav, don't you need to be with Ms. Quinn today?" Ian asked."She's got someone with her. She doesn't need me." Even though she was just hanging out with a lady, Xavier still felt a bit annoyed.Hearing the tone in Xavier's voice, Ian couldn't help but chuckle. But fearing it might upset Xavier, he stifled his laughter, which made his wound hurt.At that moment, Ian received a call from one of his subordinates."Xav, Mr. Darius is doing
Both Maurice and Simon had betrayed Quinn in their own ways, leaving her unable to believe in love anymore."Quinn, can we talk?" Simon was convinced that things shouldn't have deteriorated between them like this.Quinn didn't even spare him a glance. She couldn't fathom how he had the audacity to stand before her and say such things."Get lost."Simon frowned. "Are you the one targeting my family?"Nadia slapped Simon across the face again.Simon, who was finally fed up, shoved Nadia. She nearly toppled over in her high heels, but Quinn caught her by the waist and steadied her."How dare you lay a hand on her?" Quinn helped Nadia sit on the couch, then stood up.Simon instinctively took a few steps back. "Quinn, I came here today to find a solution. Don't—"Before he could finish, Quinn grabbed the hand he had used to push Nadia and, without hesitation, snapped it.Despite it being nearly midnight, Nocturnal Club was still buzzing with activity. But the room fell silent as e
Xavier stood in front of Simon. "Who gave you the nerve?"Simon had repeatedly shown up in front of Quinn. He always tried to make himself relevant."This is between me and her. It has nothing to do with you," Simon said stubbornly. Though he was clearly intimidated by Xavier, his hope today was for Quinn to spare the Xandor family."Quinn, we—"Before Simon could say more, Nadia attempted to lunge at him again. Quinn stopped her."Nads, don't hurt your hand." Nadia was truly reckless when she was drunk.Simon was rendered speechless."Take her to the car and wait for me. I'll be out shortly," Xavier said. He was here to be Quinn's chauffeur anyway.Nadia continued to struggle. Fearing that she might feel embarrassed once sober, Quinn picked her up in her arms."Wow! She's so cool!""She's carrying her like in those soap operas! She looks so glamorous!"Quinn was taller than Nadia, so she found it easy to carry her, and the sight was indeed quite striking."I want to be car
Quinn found Simon's words laughable. Did he really think that talking about the past could change anything now?"Simon, I've told you. I'm going to take down Xandor Group. That's not just idle talk. Are you playing the victim now? Do you think saying these things will earn you my forgiveness?"Did he really not understand what he had done? How dare he act innocent now?Simon shook his head. "I don't expect you to forgive me, but can't you just let the past go?""Let it go? Hah!" Quinn's laughter was bitter."How old are you, Simon? How can you still be so naive? My mom was driven to madness by your family! Do you think that's something I can let go of?"Though Quinn was now strong and capable of protecting herself, the memories from five years ago still caused her intense pain."So what do you want? Do you want us to die?" Simon's frustration was palpable. Why had everything changed so suddenly?"Die? Even if you were dead, I wouldn't forgive you. In my world, there is no such
"What are you doing?" Quinn asked.What did Xavier want?"Nothing. I just wanted to tell 15-year-old Quinn that she did well."Quinn didn't know what to say.Indeed, 15-year-old Quinn had endured a lot. Fortunately, she had made it through. Now, she wouldn't give anyone the chance to hurt her again.She didn't trust anyone, including the man before her."Don't cross the line, Xavier."A bedmate should know their place. Once one of them crossed the line, there was no need to continue as a bedmate."Fine, I understand. It's getting late. Go take a shower and get a good night's sleep."Knowing she wouldn't leave Nadia alone, he didn't press further. After kissing her forehead, he turned and left.Hearing those words from her made Xavier, who was usually so cold-hearted, feel an ache so intense it was almost suffocating. He had never cared for someone this deeply.After Xavier left, Quinn cleaned Nadia's face and hands with a hot towel. Nadia was sleeping so soundly.She had al