Archie still felt uneasy."To be honest, we're in the middle of a major deal with Patterson Group, so funds are a bit tight right now. But don't worry. This amount is nothing we can't handle. When the time is right, I can introduce you to the Pattersons," Shania said enticingly.Archie's interest was piqued. If he could secure a partnership with the Pattersons, it would be like winning the lottery. Who wouldn't want that?"Alright then, I'll give you one week, Ms. Xandor."Meanwhile, Shania's aggressive purchase of Four Seasons Incorporated stocks was stirring up discontent among the shareholders within Xandor Group.Many of them felt she was betting too much on a risky venture, especially given Quinn's formidable skills. It was clear that Shania had locked horns with her.A few shareholders voiced their concerns, but Shania flew into a rage. "Xandor Group belongs to the Xandor family! I make the decisions here, not you!"No matter what the others said, Shania was determined. Sh
It wasn't until now that Shania realized she had been played."Mrs. Xandor, your only way out now is to sell the Four Seasons Incorporated stocks. But with the amount you hold, I doubt you'll find a buyer with enough cash any time soon," Quinn said smoothly.Shania was frustrated, but she couldn't show it. "Just you wait. I'll get Four Seasons Incorporated, no matter what.""Bold words. Then let's see who takes down who first." With that, Quinn ended the call.Tomorrow, when the market opened, she was determined to push Xandor Group to rock bottom. Only then would Shania truly be cornered on all fronts.Xavier had been beside Quinn the whole time. He observed how she maneuvered through the situation.As she hung up the phone, he walked over and clinked his glass against hers. "Well done."Her plan had been executed flawlessly. Even Xavier had to admit it was brilliant. Step by step, Quinn had outwitted Shania, who was clearly no match for her.Quinn leaned back against the couc
Only after using up his last bit of strength did Xavier finally hold Quinn and drift off to sleep.The next morning, Quinn felt as if her back was about to break.Xavier gently massaged her back. "Was I too rough?"Quinn didn't respond.Once he was in bed, he seemed to throw caution to the wind. Well, that was normal for a man like him.Whatever he did, he did his best. Quinn couldn't find anything to complain about in bed."Are you angry? Don't be. I'll go easier next time," he said, though he often found it hard to control himself once he got caught up in the moment.Quinn rolled her eyes at him. She wasn't going to fall for his sweet talk. If she did, it would be quite foolish.As Xavier continued to massage her, he started getting aroused again. Though she didn't do anything, he just couldn't help himself around her. She was simply too tempting.He kissed her on the lips, and their kisses became more heated.Just as things were about to escalate, Quinn pushed him away and
Ian suddenly felt his heart racing. He placed his hand over his chest while trying to calm himself.At that moment, Nadia released his arm."Let's go. Lisa is making breakfast. I'll go help her." Although Nadia didn't like cooking, she could manage helping out.Looking at the spot where she had grabbed him, Ian felt a bit awkward.Xavier watched them leave. Then he went back to his room to shower and change, though he had already showered the night before. However, his lingering desire needed to be treated with a cold shower.Quinn and Xavier came out of their rooms about the same time.Quinn was dressed casually in a black tracksuit with her long hair loose. Her natural beauty shone through without any makeup. Such was the charm of a top beauty.Xavier's hair was still wet. He wore a black shirt with only the bottom two buttons fastened. His sexy chest was exposed.Quinn frowned at the sight.Lisa was around. Was this outfit appropriate?She walked up to him and fastened his
Somewhere in a dark alley in the borderlands of Mostovia, a loud voice rang out. "Grab her! Don't let her get away!"Even though it was in the middle of the night, the streets were still brightly illuminated. A dozen people in black were chasing after a slender young woman, Quinn Jowell."Damn it. These people are asking for it." Seeing that the men were hot on her tail, Quinn stopped abruptly and grabbed a long metal pole that was about three feet long. "Give us that thing!"In just the blink of an eye, the dozen men in black surrounded Quinn and trapped her. Their faces were twisted into ugly scowls as they came closer to her."You want it? Come and get it, then!" Quinn shouted.She had a dark hoodie covering her face, so none of the men could see her expression. However, her voice sent a shiver down their spines.Blood was still flowing out of her arm where she had taken a bullet earlier. She had to end this. Fast.One of the men with a long scar on his face turned to a blo
Just a while ago, Xavier had ordered Lee to throw out a woman who had dared to drug him. He had been merciless when he had given out that order. However, he didn't feel like suppressing his desires anymore. Moreover, Quinn was exactly his type. Just putting his arm around her waist made him want to give in to the lust raging through his body."I don't care who you are. You're mine."Quinn couldn't help rolling her eyes in the dark when she heard that. "Let's see how you try to make me yours."Even if she was tired, she wasn't one to give up without a fight.However, a second later, Xavier pressed on her wound harshly."Ouch!" Quinn cried out in pain. This man was a cruel and merciless one! How could he attack her weakest point like that?Xavier then pressed his burning body against hers. "I gave you a chance to run away just now, but you didn't. Now, you can't blame it on me anymore.""Do you have a death wish?" Quinn was dying to rip Xavier away from her body, but he didn't g
There was an ugly look on Shelly's face. She had never thought that Quinn, who used to let everyone walk all over her, would turn out to be such a dangerous character."I'm sorry."Shelly had to uphold the Pattersons' reputation. So, she could only apologize like she had been told to, albeit begrudgingly. "I can't hear you.""You—"No one in Jipsfort had ever dared to treat Shelly like this. Her eyes turned red with anger. There were plenty of people watching from the sidelines, yet no one stepped out to defend her."I'm sorry. I was wrong.""Ms. Xandor, remember to treat me with respect the next time you see me. Otherwise, you'll only have yourself to blame when you face the consequences."Shelly was seething. How dared this lowly bitch threaten her like this?Still, she knew that Quinn wasn't going to be able to stay haughty for long. She was going to learn what it meant to offend the daughter of the Xandor family!Quinn took her suitcase and went to the T2 exit. A while l
"Hurry up, Gerald! I'm tired!" Quinn ignored Maurice completely and stretched lazily before going back into the room.Gerald could only do as she said. So, he took a few maids with him to clean up Quinn's room."Change out all of the furniture in this room. You only have one hour." Quinn didn't want to use anything that Kimberly had used before. She thought of them as soiled and dirty."But Ms. Quinn, it's the middle of the night—""Gerald, have you forgotten your roots once again?" Quinn asked, flexing her wrists.Gerald immediately got the maids to prepare everything according to Quinn's instructions.By the time the room was ready, two hours had passed. After having tortured the majority of the bastards in the villa, Quinn slept very well that night.…"Mom, are you really going to let Quinn attend my engagement party tomorrow?" Kimberly had been behaving herself in front of Maurice. However, she didn't like the possibility of Quinn crashing her engagement party.It had bee