Emily was engulfed by the anger in the gazes of over a dozen pairs of eyes. She never expected such a scene today. She had someone specifically handle the finance department's accounts, so how could it have been discovered?It was Haley! Ever since she came back, she not only took away half of Emily's shares but now she was also forcing her to step down as the CEO! She had planned to drive this little pest away from the shareholder's meeting today. Why did it end up with her being forced to resign as the CEO? Why did this little pest have to make things difficult for her?Emily's fingers trembled. Her lips turned pale as she trembled violently. "Haley purposely fabricated these false accounts to frame me. I didn't do any of these things...""Since Emily believes that I purposely set her up, fine, we'll let the police investigate," Haley smirked. "Do you dare to call the police?"Emily's face turned ashen, and she slumped into her chair. Seeing this, everyone finally understood. The h
That guy has already left Cuenca, so why is he still sending flowers?Haley pursed her lips and said, “Fine, I’ll accept them.”Mr. Bailey relaxed and smiled. "Ms. DeRoss, although Mr. Ellenstein can be a flirt, he truly cares about you. I think you should consider becoming his girlfriend.""Mr. Bailey, isn't it just a project? Do I have to marry that jerk too?"Mr. Bailey laughed loudly. "I'm just making a small suggestion. It's up to you whether you listen or not."Haley supported her chin speechlessly. She was the one who introduced Mr. Bailey to Thomas in the first place, and because of that, Mr. Bailey gained recognition from the top-level executives at the Roscente Group and gradually rose in the workplace.That's also why Mr. Bailey was willing to collaborate with the DeRoss Group. But if she had known that Thomas was waiting here with flowers, she wouldn't have asked Mr. Bailey for help.While Haley was engrossed in conversation with Mr. Bailey, a pair of eyes remained fixed o
Seeing Haley approaching, Keith quickly stood up and left. As soon as he took two steps, his phone vibrated. He glanced at it, and the caller ID said ‘Mother’.He pursed his thin lips, similar to Ivan's, and answered the call. As soon as he answered, a sobbing voice came from the other end of the phone, "Keith, I'm finished, I'm done this time..."Keith furrowed his brow, “Mother, take your time and tell me what happened. I’m listening.”"Haley plotted against me. I was forced to resign as the General Manager of the DeRoss Group, and I can no longer enter the board of directors..." Emily cried out, "I am the heir to the DeRoss Group, the second-largest shareholder of the company. I can't accept this... Keith, please help me. You must help me..."Keith’s eyebrows furrowed even tighter, “How could something like this happen?”How could the major shareholder of a company be forced to leave the board for no reason?He said slowly, “Mother, did you do something that angered the board of di
As if they had seen each other somewhere. She swept away the strange thought in her mind, squatting down gently and saying, “Alright, go ahead, ask your question.”"Why do you want to go against the DeRoss family?" Keith spoke each word deliberately, each one as sharp as a blade.Haley was completely stunned. This child was her savior, so when she encountered him, her heart was filled with joy. But now, as her joy disappeared, she finally noticed the icy coldness in the child's gaze directed at her. This was not at all the look a four-year-old child should have.Her scarlet lips tightened, and she spoke softly, "How do you know about the DeRoss family?""Emily, she is my mother." Keith's voice was icy, his tone increasingly indifferent, and the coldness between his brows deepened.He remained calm, but Haley felt like she had been struck by lightning. She gasped, her voice hoarse, “You are Emily’s biological son?”Keith nodded, his voice low, "Because of you, my mother is now in the h
After separating from Haley, Keith went to the hospital. Emily lay on the bed, looking extremely exhausted. When she saw Keith enter, a glimmer of radiance appeared on her face. "Keith, I knew you would be the most filial. I'm so happy that you came to see me... The luckiest thing in my life is having such a sensible and obedient son like you..."She held Keith's hand and caressed it forcefully. Keith felt uncomfortable all over and discreetly withdrew his hand, saying calmly, "Mother, don't worry about the company. Focus on recovering."Flora sat by the bedside, speaking coldly, "How can we not worry? Your mother has been ousted from the board, and Haley has successfully entered the company. In a few days, the DeRoss Group will be in Haley's hands. Whatever we do won't matter anymore! Your mother went through a difficult pregnancy for ten months. She suffered so much injustice. You can't just stand idly by!"Keith tightened his jaw and said softly, "Mother served as the
Emily widened her eyes and nodded vigorously. "Keith, I love your daddy, and I love you and Owen. I want us to be a family. But your daddy never wants to look at me... I'm really afraid that he will marry another woman, afraid that you'll have a stepmother who will mistreat you and treat you poorly... I'm also afraid that the stepmother will treat you too well and make you forget about your biological mother..."These were Emily's sincere words, tears streaming down her face, filled with sorrow."It's your daddy's fault for neglecting your mother for five years. Today, I will have a good talk with him." Keith stood up and spoke softly, "Mother, focus on recovering and wait for the news."After saying that, he walked out of the hospital room.Emily was filled with joy and grabbed Flora's hand excitedly. "Mom, did you hear that? Keith is going to talk to Ivan for me. Keith is so smart; he will surely find a way to convince Ivan to marry me.""Ivan is such a bastard
Ivan entered the villa, and Alfred immediately took his briefcase."Sir, Owen is in class, and Keith just came back."Ivan nodded, changed his shoes, and went upstairs to his study.Although he had returned from the company, there were still many things he needed to attend to.As soon as he opened the door to the study, he saw Keith sitting on the sofa, clearly waiting for him."Daddy, do you have time to talk?" Keith looked up and calmly asked.Ivan nodded. "What do you want to talk about?"This son of his was the most like him. At only four years old, he had already become an outstanding leader of the conglomerate.The reason Ivan tolerated Emily in many ways was largely because she gave him such an excellent heir."I want to talk about Mother." As soon as Keith said this, Ivan's expression turned cold.He impatiently loosened his tie. "What is there to discuss about her?"He didn't want to hear a single word about that woman."I kno
Keith quietly breathed a sigh of relief.......After picking up the two children, Haley drove to the Martinez family's villa.The Martinez family held a weekly family banquet on Fridays, so Haley specifically chose to come on Thursday.Only Madam Martinez and Justin were present, and dinner was already set in the dining room."Great-grandma, Uncle Second."Todd led Angela inside and greeted them politely.Madam Martinez patted the heads of the two children affectionately and smiled kindly, "Todd is getting handsomer as he grows older, and Angela is becoming more beautiful too.""Grandma, please stop praising them." Haley helplessly said, "Todd used to be a reserved child, but after starting preschool, his teachers, classmates, and parents praise him for being handsome every day. Now he's gotten even more conceited."Todd blushed, "Mommy, I'm not conceited.""Yes, you're not conceited, you're just more vain!" Haley burst into laughter and pinc
After a thorough read, she folded the document and spoke up, her voice indifferent, "Kid, who drafted this contract?""Our young master did," replied Russell, “Ms. DeRoss, if everything looks fine to you, the contract will take effect once you sign it."Haley chuckled. She was striking, exuding a bewitching charm.And yet, within the depths of her clear eyes, there was a peculiar blend of innocence and mystery.Keith felt his defenses soften and his detachment give way when he saw her smile. It was as if a hole had been poked through his armor of indifference.Realizing too late that he had been staring at Haley for a while, frustration surged within him.This woman must have used that same smile to ensnare Dad and confuse Owen..."I see a problem," she said, her smile vanishing.She leaned forward, a sense of authority emanating from her.Looking Keith straight in the eye, her lips twisted into a disdainful curve, "You should be in school at your age, not out here trying to show off.
Transmedia Tech, an internet media company.Two years ago, there were rumors of its bankruptcy, and after being acquired, it suddenly came back to life and became a leading player in the internet industry.However, there is not much information about this company on the internet.Haley glanced at Transmedia Tech's profile and said lightly, "What time did they make an appointment?""Half past two, at Pennie Coffee."After finishing her work in the morning, Haley drove straight to Pennie Coffee.She arrived ten minutes early, ordered a cup of coffee, and began to read the information on the internet.She searched for the company again, but she still couldn't find much info, and even the investor info behind it had been removed.It can be seen that this company has a lot of connections.She just didn’t know why this company would take a fancy to her newly opened studio.Haley waited for about five minutes before she heard footsteps outside the private room.She straightened her collar an
Keith thought that Haley had also planned to gain the trust of the entire Winston family through Owen. This woman's quite a schemer. Keith knew he had to be cautious......Haley picked up the kids and went home. When she was cooking dinner, she received a video call from Owen."Haley, why didn't you come to see me?" Owen's voice was still weak, "I'm so bored here in the hospital all alone. Could you come keep me company? I want to hear stories..."Haley shook the ladle in her hand, "It's too late today; I'll come see you tomorrow and bring you some cookies I've baked.""You're the best, Haley!" Owen's enthusiasm was palpable.Haley’s lips curled into a smile, "Get some rest now, and don't stay up too late, okay?""How about a goodnight kiss, then?" Owen puckered his lips towards the phone screen, a bandage still wrapped around his head, looking both pitiful and comically adorable.Laughing, Haley pressed a kiss to her phone screen and then ended the call.Carrying the freshly stewed
"The timing is too perfect, isn't it?" Keith said slowly, "Owen got in a car accident, and Haley just happened to be there and then saved him by donating her blood to him. What a coincidence!"His voice was deep and raspy, unlike a four-year-old boy.Ivan's eyes narrowed, "You think Haley staged the accident?""She had a motive," Keith pressed his lips together firmly and continued, "Surely you're aware of the bad blood between Mom and Haley...""It wasn't her," Ivan stated flatly.He had already been briefed on the accident. It was indeed premeditated. Someone had the audacity to target his son. But that someone couldn't possibly be Haley."Dad, are you so certain it isn't this woman when the investigation is still ongoing?" Keith's voice chilled, "What if it turns out to actually be Haley?""She wouldn't hurt Owen," Ivan looked at him with conviction. "She saved your brother; you shouldn't suspect her."Darkness crept into Keith's eyes.His moth
Taking a deep breath, he said, "Don't worry, Mom, I'll have someone look into it. I won't let anyone hurt Owen."After she voluntarily donated blood to save Owen, it's unlikely she'd attempt anything against him again anytime soon..." Emily's voice was husky and choked with emotion. "Now that she's gained your dad's trust, I’m sure she'll make her move... Keith, I’m really scared she’ll hurt you or Owen. I’d rather she came after me...""It won't happen."Keith ended the phone call.He turned to his assistant, Russell, and said coolly, “Check out that car accident near the DeRoss Group building. See what that was all about.”Russell nodded, “Will do, Mr. Winston.”He pulled out his phone and started making calls...Keith instructed his driver, "To the hospital."As the car glided smoothly down the road, they hadn't even reached the hospital when Russell received a call from the traffic police.The majority of the time, Maple Street is congested, w
Keith had been involved in the family business since the age of three.The company under his operation, Transmedia Tech, was a subsidiary that the Winston Group had planned to divest from two years ago.He took over the day before its planned bankruptcy.Now, after a year of shrewd management, Transmedia had become one of the top three most profitable subsidiaries of Winston Group.Keith, having just finished a meeting, felt a nagging unrest.He was usually a calm person, but his current anxiety exposed a vulnerability reflective of a four-year-old child."Young Master, you've pretty much wrapped up all your work for today. Perhaps you should head back and rest?" suggested his young assistant, Russell, with due respect.Keith shook his head.He sensed discomfort.Had something happened to Owen?He was about to reach for his phone to call Alfred when his phone began to vibrate.He glanced at it. The incoming call was from his mother.Ti
It seemed he didn't really mind the idea of marrying this woman...Haley, with her acute senses, caught Ivan's stare and quickly changed the subject.Her eyes shifted to Owen and she spoke with authoritative firmness, “It might not hurt now, but once the anesthesia wears off, you’re going to be in tears from the pain. You’ll understand then just how terrifying a car accident can be! Owen, if you ever want to see me again, just give me a call. I'll come pick you up myself. If you dare sneak out like you did today, I won't come to see you ever again!”Her face stern, she emphasized each word, her tone leaving no room for protest.Tears pooled in Owen's eyes as he looked at Haley with a plaintive expression, “I won’t ever do it again, Haley... I just missed you too much, I couldn't help myself. I just wanted you to hug and kiss me...”His big eyes were brimming with sorrow, making him look like a forlorn puppy.Haley's heart softened, and she bent down to plant
Chapter 181Ivan took a seat on the other side of the bed.He stated calmly, "Alfred, get some sports drinks, please."Alfred promptly went to carry out the request.In the hospital room, aside from the slumbering Owen, only the two of them remained, surrounded by the sterile scent of disinfectant.With a muted voice, Ivan said, "Thank you for this. Whatever you need, just tell me.""I have a soft spot for Owen. I was more than willing to save him, and…" Haley's voice faltered, a slight bitterness on her tongue, "he must have snuck out to find me. That's how he got into an accident..."Her voice trailed off, her gaze lowered, shielding all emotions.Ivan paused before saying, "He's really fond of you."A gentle smile curled on Haley's lips.Looking at Owen resting in the hospital bed, she couldn't help but reach out and gently touch his face. She felt an immediate warmth towards him when she first saw him at the airport. Owen kept coming back
His opened his mouth, about to speak, but his phone began to vibrate in his palm, displaying Alfred's name.The sight of Alfred's name sent a sharp pain through Ivan's heart.Whenever Alfred reached out, it was always a matter of urgency.With Owen in surgery and Alfred calling, could it mean…The typically composed man's fingers trembled, requiring two attempts to tap the answer button."Sir, Owen's going to be alright!" Alfred exclaimed, choked with joy, "The surgery's nearly finished and doctors say he should wake up by tonight if all goes well!"Ivan felt a great relief.He walked briskly towards the hospital, concurrently asking, "How was the blood resolved?"He'd made calls, but a resolution couldn't have come this fast."Sir, you might not know yet, but Miss DeRoss, Owen's aunt Haley — she's got the negative blood type!" Alfred rushed out his words, "When Owen had his accident, Haley was there, she brought him to the hospital, and she volun