In the quiet cafe, Jessica took a big gulp of coffee without saying a word.It was bitter, so bitter that her heart clenched.For the first time in these years, someone had dug up her past that she had been cautiously hiding.Nobody knew that was her biggest pain during her youth.“No one has made more sacrifices than you have.” Ryan looked at her gently. “Are you really willing to give up the company to someone else?”“Ryan, how did you learn all these things?” Jessica suddenly asked.“I learned it long ago.”Jessica stared fixedly at Ryan for a while before she laughed. “Ryan, has anyone told you that you’re actually scarier than your dad? You were so young back then, but you already had control over many things.” “Jessica, I’m like you. When I was a child, Grandpa told me that my dad wanted to be the prime minister. Given that I’m his only son, I have to be more alert than anyone else, or I’ll be a drag on my dad.”Ryan gave a bitter smile, but his gaze was sincere. “I’ve
Jessica had long since been of considerable standing.She had respected her elders since young. She also obeyed her parents and grandfather. All she needed was some force to push her.The force was Forrest, Sarah, and Rodney.Other people might not understand, but Ryan knew full well that Jason’s most capable child was Jessica and not Rodney. There was nothing Ryan could do other than sigh.It was not his intention to come to this point with Rodney either.However, for the sake of Freya… He did not want to see her live miserably for the rest of her life.As he cared about her, he wanted to protect her and make sure she lived happily. …Two days later, Rodney contacted Freya again.This time, she told him to meet her at the registry office straight away.She was not supposed to leave the hospital at first, but after she applied for a day off, Catherine took her there in a wheelchair.When Freya arrived, Rodney had spent a while waiting at the entrance. He was wearing a cas
“Freya, don’t force my hand.” Rodney flew into a rage. “I can go that far.”“...I’ve never doubted your cruelty toward me.” Freya felt very powerless. “Are you sure you don’t want to get a divorce today? If you don’t, I might not be so cooperative next time. Honestly, I’m not satisfied. If I see you being lovey-dovey with Sarah one day, I might take it too hard and shamelessly hold on to my identity as your legal wife. In that case, you’ll never get to make it up to Sarah for the rest of your life…”“You…”Rodney looked at the pale woman in the wheelchair whom he once liked. His eyes revealed a hint of melancholy. “Freya, why do you have to go this far? If you hadn’t hurt Sarah, we wouldn’t have ended up like this. Indeed, I used to be in love with you…”“Oh, thanks. I’m really touched.” If Freya continued to listen to what he said, she might throw up. Hence, she said impatiently, “So do you want to get a divorce? Answer me now.”“...Yes.”Rodney looked down and nodded.Catherin
Rodney’s expression changed all of a sudden. He leaped to his feet and said, “Sarah, something urgent came up, and I need to head to the office. If there’s anything, you can let the carer know.”“Rodney, is it because… something has happened to the company?” Sarah observed his expression nervously.“I’ll handle it. Don’t worry.” After consoling Sarah, he walked some distance away from the ward before he took out his phone.Today’s top searches were [The Successor of Snow Corporation Has an Affair] and [The Prime Minister’s Goddaughter Having a Marital Breakdown].He clicked the searches, only to see photos of him posted by many online media. Those were photos of him entering Sarah’s apartment in the middle of the night, as well as him carrying Sarah to the hospital in a rush the day she was scalded by the hot coffee when she met Freya. There were even records of Sarah’s miscarriage...One of the unknown Facebook users posted a lengthy message online. [According to an insider, Rodn
Snow Corporation had 12 directors in total. Besides the directors, Jessica, Carson, the general manager, and a few more senior managers participated in the meeting. After Rodney entered, he sat beside Carson. “Carson, why didn’t you pick up my call just now?” Rodney asked. “Did you call me? I didn’t know. Dad called me to the office just now.” Carson took out his phone as he spoke. There was indeed a missed call. “Alright. We’re having a general meeting today for the matters regarding Rodney, who’s in charge of our subsidiary company.”Jason leaned against the back of the leather chair. He exuded the strong aura of someone who was in a high position. His gaze swept across the meeting room and landed on the person concerned, Rodney. “President Snow, although this is your private matter, your actions have gravely impacted the image of Snow Corporation. I hope you can propose a solution to this.”Rodney understood right away. Since Jason mentioned a proposal, it meant he was not
Rodney’s expression changed upon hearing Carson’s words.He did not expect that Carson wanted to replace his position and that General Manager Quinn had betrayed him. General Manager Quinn was Rodney’s most trusted subordinate. Therefore, he had transferred General Manager Quinn to the alternative energy company to be his employee. Rodney glanced at the people in the meeting room.He saw that Jason was quite shocked, but the other directors did not seem surprised. At that moment, he understood everything.It was a trap. Rodney looked around, and his gaze finally focused on Carson, who did not dare to look at him. Then, he looked at Jessica, who was sitting calmly beside Jason. One of them was his biological brother, while the other was his biological sister.A wave of coldness gradually crept within him. After a moment, Rodney laughed coldly. “It seems like everyone has come prepared. But don’t you think that all of you are exaggerating things? You’re saying that I’m ha
Jason’s expression hardened. Rodney raised his head and looked at Jessica. “Sister, do you think you can agree to the board of directors’ request yourself?”“Of course,” Jessica replied indifferently. Her deep eyes were like a bottomless well. “President Snow, don’t say that you weren’t given a chance. Now, the board of directors can cast their votes. Those who agree to Rodney’s dismissal, please raise your hands.”“Jessica…” Jason glanced at his daughter beside him in a warning.Director Sands immediately said, “Director Snow, I think Jessica’s idea is great. Let’s vote. Hasn't the company been doing this all along? I’m raising my hand.”Soon, 90 percent of the people in the meeting room raised their hands. The others abstained from voting.Jessica lowered her head and looked at her father. “Dad, look. 90 percent of the directors don’t want Rodney to maintain his position in the subsidiary company. According to the company’s regulations, his position will be revoked. Let’s stop
Rodney was stunned. Then, his expression changed. “Snowden,” Jessica said that word slowly. “You think you have Snowden under your control, but that’s just your thought. Snowden’s people are obeying you just because I told them to. Grandpa and Dad think that they’re in charge of the Snow family, but that’s not the case. It’s only because I let them think that way. It’s because I respect them and listen to them.”Rodney’s whole body was shaking. He suddenly recalled General Manager Quinn’s betrayal. He thought he could dominate everything, but that was not true.“Is Master Porter your subordinate?” Rodney asked with gritted teeth.“Otherwise, where do you think the photos of you going in and out of the condominium and the photos of Sarah’s proof of miscarriage came from?”Jessica glanced at him resignedly and mockingly. “Rodney, I admit that you’re very clever. However, when you were still playing around with mud, I was already strategizing. This is the difference between us.”