Grace's dreams of success were crumbling before her eyes."Gentlemen, please don't go! Let's continue our discussions about the Jenaire City hotel project."The men shook their heads in dismay.Cooperate with her? They wanted nothing more than to distance themselves."Ladies, Mr. Sirius is furious. Please step back. We don't want to be caught in the crossfire."One by one, the men departed while Priscilla watched in despair.How had it come to this?Just moments ago, she was poised to become Jenaire City's leading businesswoman. Now, it was all ruined! And the reason? Her divorce!The thought made her seethe. If only she hadn't married Frederick, this golden opportunity wouldn't have slipped through her fingers. Vivianne watched the drama unfold and couldn't resist a gleeful laugh."Well, isn't this entertaining!"Seeing the woman who had orchestrated her downfall, Priscilla broke down. "Why must you always work against me?" Vivianne was taken aback.Vivianne was rende
Sirius had completely lost his usual composure in his office.The office resembled a warzone, with overturned tables and sofas, and shattered remnants of once-breakable objects scattered across the floor.Noticing the commotion, Wayne entered the office and was utterly dumbfounded by the chaotic scene. This was unlike any display of anger he had ever witnessed from Sirius."Mr. Sirius, what happened?"Sirius raged as he violently flung an ashtray to the ground. The expensive crystal ashtray shattered into countless fragments."Priscilla has divorced Mr. York!"Wayne's eyes widened in shock. "What? Priscilla divorced Mr. York? Then doesn't that mean all your previous efforts were for nothing?"Sirius's anger intensified at this revelation. Three years of meticulous planning, even risking his own life by ingesting poison to test Frederick's medical skills, had nearly resulted in his demise.Yet, all he had to show for it was Priscilla's divorce from Frederick, rendering his effor
"I'm not like that foolish Priscilla, oblivious to how everything she has is thanks to Frederick's support. I understand Frederick saved the life of the Monroe family head. That's why you all treat him like royalty."Sirius gave a subtle nod. It turned out Vivianne knew the whole story. Clearly, she was much closer to Frederick than his ex-wife, Priscilla.Sirius made up his mind to befriend Vivianne!Without hesitation, he told her Frederick's room number. Vivianne stormed out of the office, the room number clutched in her mind.Watching Vivianne leave, Sirius addressed Wayne, "We need to cultivate a strong relationship with the Danbury family. We have to discuss potential collaborations with Theodore soon. Find ways to support the Danburys and make sure they feel indebted to the Monroes."Wayne nodded swiftly. "Right away, Mr. Sirius. And what shall we do about Priscilla?"Sirius's eyes hardened. He'd nearly forgotten that wretched woman. His usual polite facade was for Frederi
Frederick was taken aback to see Vivianne standing there. The situation had spiraled from the moment he'd opened the door for June. Upon hearing Scarlett's voice from the bed, June burst into the room, followed closely by Frederick. In the rush, neither of them remembered to shut the door.A chaotic scene unfolded as June pleaded and wrestled with Scarlett. In the midst of the commotion, no one noticed the door was still ajar.As Frederick was the only guest in the Imperial Suite, the open door posed no immediate concern, slipping everyone's mind.Vivianne arrived and found the door open while the sound of female voices piqued her curiosity. She eagerly entered the suite, only to be met with the shocking sight of Frederick entangled with two women, one of them being Scarlett.She felt a pang of regret; it was as if she had unwittingly invited danger into her life. Vivianne had never should have given in to Scarlett's threats and allowed Frederick to treat her. Back in Jenai
If June discovered the truth, she would surely tell Priscilla.Knowing their opportunistic nature, Grace and Priscilla would undoubtedly beg Frederick to take them back. With the charming Scarlett in the picture, Vivianne already felt threatened. If Priscilla returned wanting to remarry Frederick, the situation would be even worse.Upon hearing Vivianne's news, June's face lit up with joy. She jumped up excitedly. "That's fantastic! Sirius and my sister have fallen out! I don't have to worry about him pursuing her anymore. Frederick, you should find a way to remarry my sister!"Frederick sighed softly and stroked June's hair."June, I won't remarry your sister. But I will always care for you."Hearing this, June pouted, determined to find a way to get Priscilla and Frederick to remarry.Suddenly, June's face paled. She remembered something crucial—Priscilla might already be back at the suite!It would be a disaster if June wasn't there upon her return. She had promised to avoid
As Vivianne's father, Theodore was naturally given the Regal Suite. At that moment, he was in the midst of discussing a business deal with Wayne, the Monroe family's butler. Theodore was elated. He realized the Monroe family was extending the same level of support to his company as they had previously shown to Priscilla."Mr. Wayne, please convey my deepest gratitude to Mr. Sirius," Theodore said.Wayne offered a subtle smile, "Mr. Danbury, it would be best to express your thanks to our young master directly at tonight's ball. He will be introducing you and Ms. Danbury to everyone."Wayne's emphasis on "Ms. Danbury" did not escape Theodore's notice. He understood that the Monroe family's goodwill was a direct result of his daughter's connection with Frederick.At that moment, Vivianne burst into the room, frantically searching for something."Vivianne!Theodore snapped, "Have you no manners? You didn't even acknowledge Mr. Wayne."Wayne's visit represented a potential goldmine
Vivianne was exasperated as she explained, "There's a shameless woman staying in Frederick's room, intending to spend the night. I can't leave her alone with him. I need to keep an eye on her."Theodore was alarmed. He recalled that Grace had mentioned that there was a woman always accompanying Frederick on this cruise—even sharing his room now. This was totally unacceptable.Frederick was his chosen future son-in-law, and he couldn't allow another woman to snatch him away.Considering the Monroe family's efforts to appease them, Theodore could only gain more benefits if Vivianne and Frederick were married."What kind of woman is she? How can she be so brazen?" he asked.Furious, Vivianne stomped her foot. "Remember the family member of that poisoned patient who blackmailed Frederick? I had to accompany him for treatment to ensure your safety. Now, this shameless woman is constantly trying to seduce him."Theodore understood the situation. It was the poisoning incident he had h
On the cruise ship's deck, Priscilla sat by the railing, letting the sea breeze wash over her.The salty air brought tears to her eyes as she contemplated her situation. She hadn't intended to rekindle anything with Sirius; it was all Grace's idea. Learning that he had stormed off upon hearing of her divorce left her deeply unsettled. Was a divorced woman truly so undesirable?Meanwhile, Grace was also taking in the sea air, but her demeanor was anxious. She paced back and forth like an ant on a hot pan."Prissy, we need to explain things to Mr. Sirius. We can't let the hotel deal fall through. Prissy, why aren't you saying anything?"Annoyed by Grace's persistence, Priscilla responded impatiently, "Grace, I can live without a man. Yes, Mr. Sirius has been kind to me, but I believe I can succeed on my own. I won't meet him again. We'll go back after the auction."Grace grew even more anxious. "Prissy, don't be impulsive! Mr. Sirius is a rare catch. If he's truly angry, our compa