Ivanka sounded certain. After trying to persuade her to change her mind a few times, Thomas nodded silently after realizing that Ivanka’s words made sense. “Alright, then, you can work on your own projects for now.”Ivanka smiled wordlessly, but she looked calm. Sandy sat by the side and watched as the two people talked. There was a slight trace of bitterness in her eyes. Was she too naive?Why could these two always make predictions, while she could only stand by and listen like an idiot?She listened for a while before finally understanding what the two were discussing. Seeing that the two were still planning, she inhaled and said, “Wait a minute. So, after all that talking, you two still decided to continue working with Barkworth’s Group? And agreed to Michael’s request to collaborate too?”Ivanka’s eyes twinkled silently. Thomas nodded and said, “That’s right. Our company is not stable enough to break away from Barkworth’s Group, and their top priority now is Iv’s project.
Confused, Thomas looked at her. Ivanka stood up and said, “Since you don’t come by my place that often, you must stay for dinner before you leave, Uncle Thomas.”“Haha, it’s okay. You’re not quite well yet, and there’s always next time. Plus, I promised your aunt that I’ll be back for dinner today. She’s still waiting for me. Come to my place if you’re free next time.”“Okay, Uncle Thomas. We’ll get together when we have the time, so you can go home now.” Sandy laughed.Thomas patted her head fondly and said, “Stay by Iv’s side and learn more things, Kiddo. Don’t go wandering around every day.”“I’ve been very diligent lately!” Sandy flexed her arms up and proudly declared, “Look at my muscles. I’m now Iv’s personal assistant and bodyguard!”Thomas burst out laughing. “Alright, I’m going home now. Don’t stay up too late, you two,” he said while shaking his head.“Okay. Have a safe trip home, Uncle Thomas.”Thomas left. Ivanka and Sandy remained in the house. “Congratulations,
His voice was cold and sharp. Even with his calm eyes, people were afraid to look him in the eye.With a swift nod, Jillian replied, “Yes. We’re sorry to bother you, but we feel that Lane’s Group went too far this time. We shouldn’t have gone against Barkworth’s Group. So, Mr. Lane and I came to apologize to you. We sincerely hope you will overlook our mistake this time and forgive us.”Although Jillian had always been snarky, she suddenly changed her attitude for the better as she faced Michael at that moment.Theodore’s expression was dark. He was unable to say a single word. It was already difficult for him to control his anger, and he genuinely could not apologize!But the fact that he was present effectively indicated his standing. After hearing Jillian say so much, he did not dispute her. It showed that he had truly come to apologize. Besides, Michael was a kind man who would accept his apology and would not be hard on him.But again, Theodore was wrong about that. Michael
Under Jillian’s gaze, he finally spoke again. “Mr. Barkworth, I went too far this time. I apologize to you, and I ask that you give Lane’s Group another chance.”Theodore had swallowed his pride. No matter how angry and embarrassed he was in front of Michael, he could only hold it in.Michael looked at Theodore and calmly said, “We can collaborate, but under some conditions.”“Thank you, Mr. Barkworth. Please do tell,” Jillian quickly said.Theodore nodded slightly. He no longer wanted to speak. “First, as part of our renewed partnership, Barkworth’s Group will receive a ten percent increase in profits. The term’s duration is likely to be set for one year. Secondly, we need to work on Ivanka’s project. She is the only one who can lead it,” Michael said calmly. Theodore was taken aback. It was similar to what they discussed at the meeting. Since the two companies had collaborated for such a long time, they were still able to make predictions based on their respective busin
Jillian stared at him coldly, and she was not afraid to be blunt to him.Theodore was sitting in the back seat. He was suddenly speechless.Jillian did not want to pay him any more attention and started driving. The two of them returned to the company together. Surprisingly, no one said anything and accepted it when they knew about the outcome. Some were even relieved that they were able to secure the collaboration despite losing out on ten percent of their profit. Also, Ivanka’s plan was beautifully made, and Michael agreed to fund the whole thing. In general, it was a win for them rather than a loss. It produced the image that everyone had been hoping to see. It was comparable to their previous collaboration with Barkworth’s Group. Ivanka’s plan was freely given to them.Thomas called Ivanka and informed her about the news.Sandy was a little suspicious. “Lane’s Group’s calculations are too accurate. They agreed?”“Are you sure it’s because Lane’s Group had accurate guesses?”
Ivanka raised her eyebrows and asked, “I’m just here to see my cousin. What’s wrong with that?”Sandy laughed out loud. “I just know you’re up to no good.” Ivanka was calm and just laughed. “Let’s go.”Sandy raised her eyebrows and followed. …At that moment, Theodore was already in Chiara’s ward. They were at the mental hospital. Lyla was worried that her daughter was really depressed. Since then, she had been by her side because she was afraid something would happen to her.Looking directly at Theodore, both mother and daughter had angry looks on their faces.Chiara, who had been silent the entire time, looked at him and suddenly lost it. “Why do you have to let Ivanka do it?! What will happen later on if she does it?”Lyla also had a dark expression on her face. She looked at Theodore and said, “You cannot help Ivanka grow like this. Do you know how things will turn out in the end?”Theodore scoffed. “It’s all your fault! How could the company end up in this situation i
As soon as she finished speaking, Lyla’s phone suddenly rang.It was a call from her assistant, and Lyla answered it.“Ivanka came here with her friend and said that she wants to see Ms. Chiara, Madam.”Lyla’s face immediately fell. She was about to say something unpleasant when she realized that Ivanka was most likely standing next to her assistant. As a result, she eventually spoke quietly.“I understand. You can let them in.”“Alright.”Chiara and Theodore still looked annoyed. They also heard what the assistant said. Chiara had already turned to face her mother and was frowning a little.“Why did you let that b*tch in?! I don’t want to see Ivanka and I’m done acting.”The whole internet was now criticizing her for going too far and for being a cruel and ungrateful person to have the audacity to attack her own cousin.Though the police were unable to draw any firm conclusions due to the lack of clear evidence, everyone was clearly aware of the situation and thought she ha
Ivanka sneered. Sandy’s gaze was contemptuous. This woman was hypocritical! She had quite the skill for lying with a straight face!“Oh, I had no choice. Your cousin is still young. If she stays like this forever, what is she going to do in the future?”Ivanka sat down on the chair next to Chiara’s bed and stared at her. She simply grinned and uttered, “Chiara.”Chiara’s eyelids twitched. Had Ivanka not been recording? Why else would she call her like this?However, the next moment, she understood. After all, so many recordings had already been leaked online. Ivanka did not bother to keep up with the facade anymore, did she?While Michael was the one who released the recordings, they had also tarnished Ivanka’s reputation somewhat. Perhaps Ivanka had not wanted them released in the first place? Sensing Ivanka’s scrutiny, Chiara quickly pulled her drifting mind back and stopped dwelling on it.Ivanka chuckled and said, “A lot of times, people need to give themselves a sense of s