"You have one foot in the political world, but you have friends who are in business. Both Benjamin and Frederick would be able to help." Xander was impassive, as he didn't think that this was a big problem. "As long as you can solve the crisis for Elysium Bank, Anthony won't need to run around looking for help. Noelle's trauma will also be healed with time."Timothy put his hands on the railing and stared into the distance. "Do you understand the capital market well, Mr. Fulton?"His tone didn't sound right. Xander looked at him. "Frederick grew up under the protection of the Morris family, and he has never had to experience any big difficulties. It isn't very practical to rely on his help." Frederick was a mindless, rich heir, and just being safe and healthy was already an achievement in itself for him. That was how Timothy had always thought."Hawkins Group has many resources." Xander pointed out. Timothy's expression darkened further. After what had happened, he had gon
"It's not difficult, but there is a risk. In Hawkins Group's current condition, we can't afford to get caught up in even the tiniest mess." Benjamin did not hesitate at all.Timothy had pleaded with his long-time friend once more. "We've known each other for so many years. Can't you do it for my sake?""Timothy, no matter how crazy you were when you were pursuing Grace, you were never impulsive."This had shattered Timothy's last shred of hope.He pulled himself out of his memories and tossed the cigarette stub into the trash can. "It doesn't matter. I will save Noelle, even if it means I can no longer be a deputy director." Then, he got up and walked briskly toward the hospital room."Timothy." Xander called out to him in a crisp voice."Joshua is second in line in the Iverson family. For the past few years, he's been competing against his Gabriel for the right to the family inheritance. "He came to Pamore to make trouble of his own accord, so perhaps Gabriel hasn't caught w
"Gracie?" Elizabeth came out of the room, leaning on her walking stick. She was delighted. "Have you come to see me?"Grace hated the Hawkins family, but she cared for Elizabeth. "It's almost the new year, Grandma. I came to visit you and to bring you a gift." Grace put her things down and went up to help Elizabeth. "How has your health been recently?""I've been very bored. It's been a long time since I felt this happy." Elizabeth gripped Grace's hand tightly, looking delighted to see her. "Are you really that busy? You're just like Benjamin! He can't even make time to come home and visit!"Grace hugged her and said comfortingly, "Well, I'm here now! When Benjamin isn't so busy, he'll surely come by too."Elizabeth had accepted that Grace would no longer be her granddaughter-in-law, but she still couldn't help feeling that it was a pity. She sighed."Will you have lunch here, Ms. Lewis?""Yes. I miss the vegan food that you make." Grace always spoke so sweetly, and she was
Elizabeth sat against the light in the darkened room. She looked tired and old, and she sighed continuously. "It was a terrible thing… A terrible thing."Grace walked up to her tentatively and said in a soft voice, "Grandma, I'm very sorry to have mentioned something that upset you so much."Elizabeth sighed again and waved her hand. "She was just a maid, and it's all in the past now. Forget it."Grace squatted down and took her hand. She asked tentatively, "Didn't she take good care of you?"The wrinkled corners of Elizabeth's eyes drooped. She looked weighed down with her thoughts. "I guess you could say that."Even though she had been unable to glean any actual information, Grace's heart truly ached for Elizabeth. The latter had always taken good care of her. "Grandma, the rest of the Hawkins family treated me badly, and I won't forget it. However, I also remember how nice you were to me. "If there's anything I can help with, please tell me at any time. I will try my best t
Grace frowned.It wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that Lyra had been angered to death. She hadn't even been able to see her own son. Susan was truly evil!"Why didn't she face any legal consequences?""How could she? Everything was done legally, and eating supplements during pregnancy isn't a crime. It couldn't be counted as intentional harm."Grace immediately understood. "It was done by the maid Susan hired!"How manipulative of her! She had done everything without leaving a trace. Elizabeth admitted it. "Her name was Reina."It had been the janitor at the annual party. So, she was one of Susan's people! No wonder she had taken orders from Celia. It was no surprise that Elizabeth was so angry."If this is what happened, then why did you…" Grace hesitated, but Elizabeth understood what she meant. "Why did I let her marry into the family?""Yes.""She said she was pregnant."For the sake of the child and the reputation of the family, the Hawkins had covered everyth
Benjamin became even angrier. "Don't act so high and mighty! Isn't what you wanted already standing next to you?"He was referring to Grace."Benjamin! Watch your mouth! I'm a person, not an object, and I'm definitely not one of the Hawkinses' possessions!"Grace retorted at once. She took Xander's hand to get in the car, but Benjamin blocked their path."Move aside!"Benjamin's eyes flicked between them. Xander looked perfectly relaxed and calm as he allowed Grace to lead him. Benjamin finally moved. He turned swiftly and headed straight for the manor.Half an hour ago, Elizabeth had called him and commanded him to come back at once. That was why he had rushed back, but he hadn't expected to meet Grace. Something didn't seem right. Something must have happened.The moment he entered, Elizabeth asked accusingly. "Why is Celia back?""Grace told you?""Who gave the order for Reina to appear again? Was it Celia or Susan? Where are they?"Benjamin was confused, but he caught
Grace leaned into his embrace and played with her fingers. After a long time, she straightened up and said seriously, "I'm thinking of doing something, but I want to ask your opinion on it. If you don't agree, I won't do it."From her earnest expression, Xander could tell that she was nervous and uneasy. He took her hand comfortingly. "Go ahead.""I want to investigate the truth about Lyra's death and bring the culprit to justice."The corners of Xander's lips turned down when he heard this. "I know that this doesn't have much to do with investigating Celia, but after I listened to Grandma's story today, it keeps weighing on my conscience. "I feel that now that I know about it, I can't just stand by and do nothing," Grace explained nervously as she waited for him to reply.Xander lowered his eyes and stared at her hands. "Investigating the affairs of the Hawkins family will be equal to falling out completely with Benjamin. Are you sure about this?"The ultimate result would
Xander furrowed his brows. He never expected Grace to say that. "You love me?""I love you. Don't you believe me?" Grace's palms were sweaty. She was worried he would fall out of love with her someday.Xander shut his eyes, then opened them again. He pressed her head against his chest and said, "I believe you wholeheartedly."His concerns and anxiety were left unsaid. All he could do was trust Grace. Grace lay contentedly in his arms, then suddenly jumped up. "I forgot that Aunt Hestia's flight is tomorrow! I haven't packed anything yet." Xander grabbed her hand. "What do you need to pack?" "Christmas is tomorrow, and I haven't bought anything." "The housekeeper will do it." "It's not the same. It's always different when you put in effort." Grace rushed, pulling him up, insisting on buying gifts at the supermarket. They arrived at a luxurious mall. Although there weren't many people, quite a few like them came to do some last-minute shopping as Christmas approached.G