LOGINDid Misty really think that Noelle was just a bodyguard who could be ordered around?“I’m sorry, I was wrong. I shouldn’t have asked her to help me.”Misty wisely recognized the situation and immediately apologized.Rumors had always circulated that Laurence favoured his personal bodyguard. Seeing it firsthand today, it seemed the rumors were true.Inside, Misty felt a mixture of envy, jealousy, and resentment toward Noelle.She envied Noelle for being able to stay so close to Laurence, was jealous that Noelle alone enjoyed his complete trust, and resented Noelle for refusing to help with such a small task, causing her to be reprimanded.If Noelle had agreed, she would have followed her into the pantry the moment Misty called, and Laurence would not have criticized her.Misty retreated to the pantry alone, prepared nine drinks, and carried them out on a tray.It was a job one person could easily handle. The only reason she asked Noelle to help was that she could not stand seein
Elliott said understandingly, “That makes sense. It’s not something you can decide. But now that our companies are partners, if Mr. Longbottom hosts a banquet, I’m sure clients like us will be on the guest list.”After all, he was now a major client of Longbottom Corporation.Manny smiled without saying anything.Seeing Manny clearly in a bad mood, Elliott did not stay in the office for long and soon left.After casually looking around the building, he returned to the VIP lounge to wait for Laurence.Once Laurence finished his work, he came to meet him. They chatted for another ten or so minutes before Elliott finally left.Laurence offered to treat him to a meal, but he declined, saying there was plenty of work waiting for him back at his own company.Thus, Laurence did not press the matter.After seeing Elliott off, several elders of the family, including Tony, arrived.There were eight in total. It was rare for so many elders to visit the company together.The employees st
After the tragedy thirty years ago, the Longbottom family lost its leader. Although Tony was ruthless, he was still restrained by the family’s rules, preventing him from gaining complete control over the family.Everyone had ambitions. Tony had considered breaking away to build his own empire.Thus, he never truly devoted himself to the Longbottom family. Instead, he spent much of his time eliminating rivals, suppressing capable members of the family, and secretly trying to convert family assets into his own private property.The Lanes took advantage of the situation, capturing Longbottom Corporation’s market share and rising higher in Havenmill’s business world, nearly replacing the Longbottoms as the city’s most powerful family.The two families ended their business ties and instead became fierce rivals.The loss of that cooperation dealt Longbottom Corporation a severe blow. Then, Longtail Group emerged, and Longbottom Corporation suddenly found itself fighting two enemies.Fu
“Ah,” Manny blurted before realizing his reaction was inappropriate. He quickly put on a smile instead. “That’s true. We already worked out almost everything. It’s the same no matter who takes over. The next step was simply signing the contract.”He stood up and extended his hand. Elliott rose as well, and the two shook hands.Manny smiled. “Pleasure working with you, Mr. Durham.”“The pleasure is mine.”After the handshake, they both sat back down.Misty served a freshly brewed pot of tea.“Misty, you can go back to work. I’ll take care of Mr. Durham.”“Of course. Call me if you need anything, Mr. Manny.”Misty nodded at Elliott, then left.Elliott also asked Janet to step outside. Only he and Manny remained in the office.“Manny, how did something this big happen in your family without a single rumor getting out? I only learned about it after I landed today. I was worried the partnership was going to fall apart.“Laurence really is ruthless. He sidelined you the moment he
Laurence’s secretary at Longtail Group was a man. He did not like having female secretaries, most probably to guard against them trying to seduce him. He was not interested in dalliances with women, and the only young woman he treated differently was his bodyguard Noelle.Misty wondered when Laurence would assign her elsewhere.She very much wanted to stay by his side.Just seeing that handsome face of his every day would fill her with motivation.If one day she could soften his cold expression and become gentle toward her, she would be able to shoot to the top of the social ladder in a flash.There were probably lots of people who had their eyes on the position of the lady of the Longbottom family.Manny did not know that Misty was starting to have a change of heart. After inviting Elliott to sit, they exchanged a few pleasantries before Manny asked in concern, “Mr. Durham, how did you get on with our new CEO?“He’s young and impetuous, so if he comes across as rude, please be
Once Laurence left, Misty led Elliott and Janet out of the VIP lounge.“Are you planning to head to Mr. Manny’s, Mr. Durham?”Misty had had a few interactions with Elliott, so she knew of the friendship between the two, which was why she figured that at that moment, he was thinking of dropping in on Manny.Manny was also waiting in his new office to hear the result of the talks between Elliott and Laurence.So what if Laurence said he knew Longbottom Corporation inside out? Elliott was not an easy one to deal with, and even he had to spend a long time before he managed to talk Elliott into being willing to work with Longbottom Corporation.Laurence had only just taken over, so Elliott was not likely to play nice with Laurence.If the talks fell through, Laurence, as their newly appointed CEO, would be embarrassed, and everyone would change their impression of Laurence.Elliott did not say anything, silently agreeing.Thus, Misty led Elliott downstairs to Manny’s office.When M
#Camryn laughed.She was aware that Zachary enjoyed being jealous, but now it seemed that Callum was also a little green-eyed monster.Carrie stood at the entrance. She was furious when she saw Callum holding Camryn’s hand. The two of them slowly walked toward her.While Carrie was in jail, Camryn fell
Liberty felt that her sister’s suggestion was not bad, and she replied, “Alright, we’ll do as you say.”Zachary looked at the time and said gently, “Liberty, Seren, once we reach town, let’s go eat first. We adults won’t be hungry, but Sonny is still a kid—he won’t be able to hold out and will probab
Well, Grandma May was occupied getting her other grandsons to ditch the singlehood. Inspired by her first successful matchmaking, the old lady wanted to keep the momentum going and put her other grandsons, who were at the right age to marry but stayed single anyway, on the market. All that was left
The mention of Sonny softened Duncan’s facial muscles. Duncan said to his mother, “I held Sonny to sleep tonight. My heart just melted when I saw him settling down in my arms. The kid is cuter by the day, and I can’t help but grow fonder of him. I don’t expect him to call me Dad. It makes me happy e







