Grace couldn't wait and ran toward Harold. "Grandpa, I'm back."Harold looked at Grace, who was holding his arm, and said with a hint of displeasure, "It was so dangerous tonight, and you went to join in the fun?"Do you know that those human traffickers are after money and don't care about their lives? What if something had happened to you?"Grace quickly reassured Harold. "Grandpa, I'm fine. I'm sorry for making you worry."Harold snorted. "There will be no next time. I'll strengthen your security details in the future. We can't afford such accidents again."Grace nodded repeatedly. "I got it, Grandpa."As they spoke, Harold looked at Aaron, who wasn't far away. "Tell me. What happened to those human traffickers?"Aaron replied, "The police caught a few accomplices, but the mastermind, Darien Perez, escaped. There's no news for now."Harold was furious. "How can they be so careless? They let the mastermind escape just like that. After inflicting such a big blow on them this t
"This miracle must bear fruit. If I can hold my great-grandchild soon, I'll have no regrets in life."Grace was amused. "Grandpa, does that mean I'll be out of favor in the future?""No matter what, you're the only apple in our eyes. No one can replace you."Grace leaned on Harold's arm and said adorably, "I knew you were the best to me, Grandpa."…The next morning, Grace held the usual meeting for Amirate online and didn't finish work until close to noon.She stretched lazily and came out of the study.Coincidentally, she ran into Aaron, who was coming home. He was still wearing the same clothes from the night before, and there were some wrinkles on his suit jacket.As Grace recalled what Harold said last night, her curiosity instantly reignited."Aaron, where did you go last night?"Aaron was stunned for a moment.Yet he composed himself quickly and turned the tables naturally. "Why? Did you just get up?""No." Grace quickly denied it. "I just finished a meeting. Where
"She hid it so well! She never showed a hint of the truth in front of us. If I had known she was the Lewis family's heiress, I wouldn't have dared to say anything bad about her.""We even treated her as a mistress. How could the Lewis family's heiress be someone's mistress? It's such a joke.""That's the Lewis family. If they stomp their feet, the whole of Frenda will tremble. We're just too different."Shirley felt a mix of emotions as she listened to her friends. Her father had cut off all of her credit cards because she had offended Grace and the Lewis family. Now, it was difficult for her to get even a few hundred dollars."Enough. Stop talking about her," she said angrily.Several classmates looked at each other and fell silent."Shirley, shall we go take a look at the limited edition bag you told me about?""Yeah, Shirley, I heard Chanel has a new perfume. I really want it."Shirley couldn't say she had no money, so she could only force herself to say, "Let's go take a lo
"Even if you flatter her, she might not want you."After saying this, Shirley walked away angrily, leaving behind a group of people exchanging glances awkwardly.Blair wanted to catch up with her. "Shirley, wait for me."However, the next second, she was held back by one of the others."Why chase after her? Do you still think she's still the same Lowe family's heiress?"Blair was puzzled. "What do you mean by that?""Don't you know she offended Grace? The Lewis family has already released news that they will acquire Lowe Enterprise within a week.""Lowe Enterprise is in danger now, and I heard that they have cut off all of Shirley's financial sources. From now on, it's better for us to have less contact with her."At their words, Blair decided not to chase after Shirley.After thinking for a moment, she said, "If only we hadn't offended Grace. If we could form a connection with the Lewis family, success would be just around the corner.""Oh, do you think only you regret it? W
The red sedan had already been brought under control by the bodyguards.As the car window was wound down, a bodyguard stepped forward and reported, "Ms. Lewis, we've intercepted the person. How would you like to handle it?"Grace opened the door and got out of the car. At first glance, she saw Shirley in the driver's seat, trembling with fear.Seeing Grace, Shirley lowered her eyes guiltily. "Gr-Grace."Grace snorted and approached without hesitation. A crisp sound echoed as she slapped Shirley. "Is this all you're capable of, Shirley?"Shirley's face had turned to the side thanks to the slap, but she didn't dare to retaliate.She had impulsively wanted to run Grace over, but she had never expected the Lewis family's bodyguards to be so formidable.She had only driven less than two miles before she had been intercepted."Grace, I only regret not killing you just now."Grace sneered. "Do you think you're worthy of doing that? Shirley, this is attempted murder. Based on this alo
After looking Noelle up and down, Timothy teased, "Really? You don't look like it at all."Noelle stomped her foot in anger, but he seemed indifferent and even stuck his tongue out at her.This completely irritated Noelle. "You old man in your 30s!"Timothy objected, "Who's in their 30s? Correct yourself."Noelle, who had just scored a point, stuck her tongue out at him and then pulled Grace inside.Annoyed, Timothy hurriedly followed."Girl, open your eyes and take a good look. How do I look like I'm in my 30s?"The two continued to argue, refusing to give in to each other.Watching these two bickering, Grace couldn't help but find them amusing. Somehow, they seemed cute together.Just as she was lost in thought, Hestia's voice suddenly rang out. "Gracie!"This time, Grace was surprised. "Aunt Hestia, you're here too?"Anthony, who appeared with her, quickly explained, "Hestia and I have been good friends for years."Hestia continued, "That's right. Anthony said it's all t
Gracie: "Maybe something special and unexpected."Gracie: "Preferably a unique gift. Any recommendations?"After sending a series of messages, Grace didn't receive any replies. She checked the time and saw it was already 2:00 am.Then, she promptly went offline.…Early the next morning, she finally received a response.Zoey: "Who is it that needs our Ms. Lewis to ask for suggestions?"Zoey: "Let me guess. It's not that Hawkins guy, is it?"Lydia, who usually didn't reply, quickly sent a shocked emoji and asked, "Gracie, have you reconciled with him?"Emily: "Impossible! Absolutely impossible! The Hawkins guy's birthday isn't this month. It must be the Fulton guy."Lydia: "Wow, has there been a new development?"Seeing the lively chat, Grace quickly interrupted them. "Girls, come up with some good ideas, please."Emily quickly replied, "Actually, no matter what you give, Xander will like it. But I think if you can make the gift yourself, it will be more meaningful."Zoey a
Grace's face was devoid of any expression, but there was a hint of anger in her eyes. Without hesitation, she turned around and walked away.As Linda watched her retreating figure, she smiled smugly.She dressed leisurely and left the president's office.At this moment, the receptionist approached with a smile. "Ms. Snow, are you satisfied with my performance today?"Linda raised an eyebrow and generously praised, "The information was accurate, and the effect was good. Keep up the good work.""Thank you, Ms. Snow."Linda didn't hesitate to return to her office and take out a set of high-end cosmetics to give to the receptionist."Here."Instantly, the receptionist's eyes lit up, but she politely declined. "Ms. Snow, I can't accept this.""It's okay. It's just a small gift. If you don't take it, it means you look down on me.""No, no."The receptionist excitedly accepted the gift and even shared the latest information with Linda. "Rest assured, Ms. Snow. I watched Ms. Lewis l
"Well, it's just that since Mrs. Jarvis introduced me to Ms. Lewis last time, I haven't had the chance to say thanks."The elevator doors opened then, and Dexter left after saying this.…After two hours of emergency treatment, Diana clung to a thread of life. Grace walked out, exhausted, and saw the angry figure of Dexter.Coincidentally, Dexter saw her as well. He turned and called out to her, "Ms. Lewis."Dexter, known for being stern and upright, suddenly smiled, which surprised Grace. "Mr. Hamilton.""You don't need to address me like that outside of work. Just call me by my name."As he had a higher seniority than her, Grace didn't dare be casual. "Are you here visiting a patient?"The weather was nice today. Standing in the sunlight, Grace's complexion was shining, seemingly hovering between youthfulness and freshness. She seemed even more beautiful than the flowers.Dexter suddenly recalled something Orson had said, and his expression darkened momentarily."I must ask
"Mr. Fulton, this.."The guard looked hesitantly at Benjamin lying on the ground and frowned."Isn't this a hospital? He won't die."As Xander said this, he coincidentally met the gaze of a nearby doctor. The doctor flinched and instinctively took a step back."Xander—" Benjamin's call suddenly came from behind as Xander took a step forward."Even if you deal with me, can you handle Alexander?"Benjamin's voice was filled with resentment and self-mockery. He lay flat on his back on the ground, staring at the ceiling. "My elder brother seems to avoid fighting, but if he does, you're no match for him."Xander paused momentarily, then continued to walk away without looking back or responding.Hazel followed closely. "Benjamin doesn't seem to be joking. Could there be a backup plan?""Someone needs to take over to completely deal with the Hawkins family. Let's see if the eldest son of the Hawkins family is willing to step up."As Xander entered the elevator, he coincidentally met
At the entrance, the police saw what was happening and moved to intervene but were stopped. A signal to hold back was given. "Don't worry. Mr. Fulton won't cause any fatalities.""Especially since you dared to make a move against Grace." Xander gave a cold laugh. "She spent a few days in prison, so I'll make sure you repay that a thousand times over.""Xander—"Grace brought this on herself. She even dared to investigate the Hawkins family, to dig into the past of the previous Mrs. Hawkins, to investigate Alexander!" Benjamin endured the pain he felt and was on the verge of a breakdown. "By the way, do you know who Alexander is? And the person he loves the most."Xander's face turned ashen, and he applied more force, causing Benjamin to scream in agony."If you were in my position, you would do the same." Benjamin struggled to speak. "Besides, don't you want Alexander to disappear? Don't you want Grace to be yours and only yours?"Xander remained silent, looking around disdainful
A commotion broke out again outside the hospital room. At the same moment, the medical equipment started beeping urgently. Reina's face turned pale with fright as she threw herself onto Diana. "Di Di! Doctor! Someone come quickly!"In a panic, Grace rushed out and pounded on Cael's office door. "Bed 24, Dr. Simpson! Di Di is not doing well!"Cael immediately hurried over with the nurses.Grace was pushed into a corner by the crowd. She leaned against the wall, her face filled with melancholy. This scene did not escape the eyes of someone hidden in a corner, who also felt a sense of wistfulness.She didn't notice the figure cast long shadows in the light, with her being the sole focus in their view.…Meanwhile, in another building, police stood guard at the hospital room door where Benjamin was confined. His face was haggard and unshaven, and he no longer looked like the well-dressed Benjamin Hawkins.Instead, he resembled a prisoner.Before entering, Xander asked, "What's the
"If it were as usual, working for these wealthy families would keep money in my hands. But after Di Di's incident, our whole family got crushed. Her father wanted to give up, but I couldn't, so we divorced.""When I worked at the Hawkins family, both Mr. Hawkins and Mrs. Hawkins treated me well. Mrs. Hawkins knew about Di Di's situation and kept giving me money, but it was never enough. One day, I accidentally stumbled upon Mr. Hawkins having an affair with Susan…"Reina recalled the past with a look of melancholy on her face. "Susan gave me hush money and promised another payment if I did something for her."Grace had a hunch after hearing this. "She wanted you to frame Mrs. Hawkins, who was pregnant at the time.""I didn't want to." Reina shook her head, clearly pained. "But I have a daughter. I couldn't lose Di Di. I needed that money."Even as a mother herself, she could actually harm Felicia Wilson, Alexander's mother."The Hawkins family is wealthy. If you had told Mrs. Haw
Grace thought about it. So that's what happened."So you had someone beat him up?""I forgot to ask. Which hand did he touch you with?" Xander asked seriously.She thought for a moment. "The left hand? I can't remember exactly.""No problem. Both hands were hit," Xander said casually as if discussing the weather. Grace remembered the content of that video. Orson was clearly heavily injured and beaten mercilessly.Luckily, he got what he deserved. Xander had fiercely avenged her.The coat slipped off, revealing her outfit for the day. Xander glanced at it and said, "You're going out."Grace didn't deny it. She thought of today's matter with Celia. "Benjamin was released for medical treatment. I want to see him."Since it had come to this point, a meeting with him was reasonable.Xander leaned back on the couch, not speaking for a moment, his jaw clenched tight. He seemed to be contemplating something, or perhaps he was angry.Grace couldn't be sure, but she was resolute. "I
An hour later, Xander concluded the negotiations, with the partnership successfully sealed and the contract signed that day.He personally escorted the clients to the elevator and then returned to his office. Hazel approached cautiously with a cup of coffee. "Mr. Fulton.""Speak." Xander didn't look up from his documents."Ms. Lewis came by."He looked up at Hazel, his expression shifting. "Where is she?""She wanted to see you directly, but since the contract wasn't finalized, I didn't dare let her in to disturb you, so I…""I asked where she is."His gaze was icy, cutting her off mid-sentence.Hazel immediately lowered her head. "She's in the lounge."He stood up abruptly and headed straight for the lounge, leaving a stern warning, "If you take matters into your own hands again, resign."Hazel was left stunned.Grace hadn't left. Exhausted from the sleepless night, she lay on Futurelink's large couch, lost in thought.When Xander entered, he saw her fragile figure, as if
"What is it?""Ms. Lewis, I just received news that Orson from the municipal bureau is in trouble…"Grace's expression changed. She had just seen him last night. How could something have happened so suddenly? Her first thought was of Xander.Luke sent her a video.It was night time In the video, the street outside a bar was brightly lit, and neon signs flashed from the tall buildings. The place was bustling with people. The videographer had been capturing the night scene when suddenly, the sound of roaring engines was heard—Orson stepped out of a car, dressed formally, and entered a club discreetly. But within minutes, he was kicked out, landing heavily on the ground.Approaching him were five or six masked men in black, clearly part of an organized group of thugs. Orson screamed in fear, "Who are you?"Two men grabbed him, while the others began beating him badly. His screams echoed through the street, and it was clear they were showing no mercy.Blood pooled on the ground.
With nothing better to do, Grace nodded. "Let's watch."Caleb led her out the door.The leading actress of the film they were heading to was a friend of Caleb's in the industry, which allowed him to visit the set under the guise of catching up. As their car parked at the entrance, they saw a throng of reporters pushing their way inside.Celia wore a hat and mask. She was dragging a suitcase, and she looked disheveled and desperate. "You can't fire me! I'm the second female lead! The film is almost finished! You're breaching the contract!""You caused a scandal. That's the real breach of contract. It's a good thing we're not asking you for damage compensation! Get out, get out!"The staff were shoving her out.Reporters swarmed her. "Celia, how do you respond to the video online?""Is it true you have a sugar daddy?""Celia, Celia!""Shut up!" Celia screamed, her hair a mess. "It's fake, all fake! I'm an actress, how could I do such things?""But the video…"Celia lashed out,