Almost half an hour had passed when Leon finally called back. Rosalie got on the phone almost as soon as the phone lit up and asked urgently, “How is it, Senior?” Leon’s voice sounded a little dignified. “The conversation was going well but as soon as I mentioned your research institute, the other party’s attitude took a 180-degree turn.” Hearing this, the look in Rosalie’s eyes darkened as the corners of her lips pulled into a bitter arc. “I understand. Sorry for troubling you. You don’t have to get involved in this matter again. I’ll figure out a way myself.” She was afraid that if Leon helped her again, the other party would sense something fishy and target him along with her. After she spoke, she heard Leon ask all of a sudden, “What’s going on between you and President Lawrence? He did this, right?” Rosalie could not help but be stunned. Byron? What reasons did he have to do this? Besides, where did Leon get this conclusion? The thought of that question had Rosal
Rosalie still remembered that time at the coffee shop. Melody had made it clear that if she got involved with Byron, measures would be taken. After that, she never saw that man anymore. She even thought that after all domestic affairs were arranged, she would take her children along to settle down abroad. Melody’s move at this time was disadvantageous to both of them. Rosalie’s head was in pain. She took out her phone and decided to call Melody to ask her. However, after a few calls, it kept saying it was out of service area. Apparently, she had been blocked. Rosalie turned off the phone in frustration and apologized to Yves who was waiting at the side. “I’m sorry, it’s my personal matters that affected the research institute.” Yves had already guessed that when he heard her conversation with Leon earlier and saw her emotions shift after that. Hearing this, he gently smiled. “Since it has happened, let’s just think of how we can solve this.” Rosalie nodded. Both of
“How did it go? The Quirkes are also calling off the cooperation?” Rosalie frowned and asked. Yves’ expression was awful as he nodded slightly. He had always looked composed, and this was the first time that he looked this awful. Rosalie did not know what was said on the line earlier. She only thought that the manager’s bad attitude was what made Yves look like this. “It’s not worth getting pissed off over it. After all, it’s my responsibility. I’ll think of a way.” She smiled and consoled him as if nothing happened. Yves felt useless for not being able to help Rosalie and the research institute. “Quirke Enterprise is a huge company. Shouldn’t they be trustworthy?” Rosalie was slightly startled. “Back then, so many doctors were helpless about Old Master Quirke’s illness and you were the one who took action in the end so that he could be healed. Besides, they were the ones who said they’d sell us the medicinal materials at half price, but they’re going back on their word
The two of them had a brief discussion before Rosalie dialed Andrius Quirke’s number on the phone.It was very quickly answered. “How may I help you, Dr. Jacobs?”They had not been in touch since Old Master Quirke’s birthday celebration, so Andrius was a little confused to receive a phone call from Rosalie out of the blue.Rosalie spoke nonchalantly, “Is Old Master Quirke at home? I wanna go over to give him a quick medical check-up to see how he’s doing.”Andrius was quick to answer. “That’s so kind of you. Grandpa is home. You can come.”After making sure that Old Master Quirke was at home, Rosalie hung up, grabbed her medical kit, and went on her way.As she was just arriving at the Quirke manor, the butler was already standing at the door, waiting.“Miss Jacobs, Young Master Quirke got me to wait here to escort you in when you’ve arrived. He’s waiting for you in the living room.” Seeing that Rosalie had arrived, the butler went up to greet her courteously.Rosalie nodded an
Rosalie merely smiled in response. She looked up at Andrius, who was standing opposite her, and smiled. “I’ve also come to ask Young Master Quirke a favor.”Andrius was quick to agree. “Go ahead, Dr. Jacobs.”Rosalie was about to reply when Old Master Quirke waved. “Let’s not talk here. Lunch is almost ready. Stay for lunch, Dr. Jacobs. The two of you can talk while you eat.”A tinge of turmoil flashed through Rosalie’s eyes.The purpose of her visit was leaning more toward confronting Andrius rather than asking for a favor.With Old Master Quirke being such a passionate host, Rosalie did not know if she could continue with accusing words.Andrius was quick to agree as well. “You must’ve made quite a journey when you came over, Dr. Jacobs. Stay for lunch, okay?”Right after he was done, he helped Old Master Quirke walk back into the villa.Rosalie had no other choice but to follow behind them. What she had rehearsed in her head was completely discarded.At the dining table, Ro
Old Master Quirke also had an ugly expression.Quirke Enterprise had made a promise to Rosalie because she saved his life, but the promise was not fulfilled. This felt as if a tight slap on his face!‘Besides, Rosalie Jacobs is my savior!’ “We must investigate this immediately! Find out who’s the one who disobeyed my orders!” The old master was extremely angry. Rosalie quickly comforted the old master after seeing him so mad. “Old Master, I feel relieved since it’s not your order. Please calm down. I’m not blaming you all. I just want to clarify the matter.” Old Master Quirke took in a few deep breaths and said to Rosalie, “Even if the rest don’t bother about this, this old man here will definitely seek justice for you! I’m here well and alive. I shall see who’s so arrogant to disregard me!”Rosalie quickly nodded in agreement. What she wanted to say about Lawrence Corporation was still lingering on her lips, but she ended up not saying it. It seemed that Lawrence Corporatio
At the same time, in the Quirke family. After Rosalie left, Old Master Quirke’s expression turned extremely ugly. The caretaker came over and wanted to help him exercise, but he was in a bad mood. “I’m not exercising today. Go back to where you came from.” After he finished speaking, he looked at Andrius again. "And you, since you promised to cooperate with Dr. Jacobs’ research institute, why is there a problem now? You didn’t notice it in time, and you didn’t know until she came to our door. What if she hadn’t come today? Was Quirke Enterprise really going to break our promise?!”Andrius lowered his head respectfully and took all the blame. He then spoke apologetically, “Grandpa, it’s my mistake. I’ll investigate this immediately and definitely provide an explanation to Dr. Jacobs. It won’t affect the reputation of Quirke Enterprise!”Old Master Quirke slammed his walking cane on the floor twice and said coldly, "Investigate now! I'll come with you! Let's see which idiot dared
“So what if he doesn’t know about it? All medicinal materials suppliers in Coast City listen to Lawrence Corporation. Quirke Enterprise is just following whatever they’re doing as they’ve chosen not to work with Rosalie Jacobs.” The person on the other line was stunned for a few seconds before answering righteously. Hearing that, Don felt chills running through his heart. He knew that he had been deceived, but it was too late. “If President Quirke questions me about this…” Don asked for the person’s opinion hesitantly.The person on the other line went silent once again before simply giving some vague answers, “Just say whatever you need to. He’s probably not clear about what Lawrence Corporation is doing and that’s why he came to look for you. Just tell him what you know.”That being said, the person hung up the call without waiting for Don to respond. Don broke out in a cold sweat.Although the person did not mention it directly, he was not dumb. It was obvious that all th
The immense pain caused Violet to become delusional. Besides the heart-piercing howls, she suddenly burst out laughing maniacally.She bit her lip until her mouth were filled with blood. Her face was grim and distorted and her eyes bulged out of the sockets.She stared at Rosalie viciously and sneered in a sinister way. "Rosalie Jacobs, so what if I poisoned your mother to death? Who made her a b*tch, unwilling to divorce obediently, and kept taking money from Gordon. She isn’t that great! Hahaha...""......" Rosalie's blood boiled. The seventh silver needle appeared in her hand.At this time, Byron quickly walked to her side and grabbed her.‘If my wife is overtaken by her emotions and takes a step forward, she would be a murderer for sure.’He hugged Rosalie, not letting her go any further.Sophie saw her mother in such pain. She stared at Rosalie with red eyes and kept yelling. "Rosalie, how dare you treat my mother like this? I will kill you! I will definitely kill you..."
When Violet heard Rosalie's concrete words, her face was horrified, and her eyes darted quickly."Rosalie, what nonsense are you talking about? When have I ever done something like this? Don't try to slander me!" She nervously argued.As everyone knows, she had fallen into Rosalie’s verbal trap."You haven't done it? Didn't you ask Ethan to help you poison Mama? It's mercury. Just a little bit could affect my mother slowly. Just two or three times a month is enough. The long-term accumulation of toxins was enough to shorten my mother's life to a few years. Ethan was so young then and you are willing to use him. Aren’t you afraid that he would accidentally ingest it?"Rosalie's angry face and hateful eyes made Violet look away in fear. Her body trembled uncontrollably."Violet, you still insist on arguing until now. I really couldn't do anything about you a few days ago. However, I can come to you now, which means that I have enough evidence to prove that you used your good son Eth
The chainsaw roared, and the iron chain was severed in less than thirty seconds, followed by two iron doors which collapsed to the ground.Byron and Rosalie walked in through the iron gate.The frightened Sophie rushed downstairs first. When she saw the couple, she panicked and shouted. "What are you trying to do? Breaking into a private house is illegal. I'll call the police immediately!"With that, she took out her mobile phone and feigned intimidation.Rage shot to the top of Rosalie’s head. She rushed over, snatched Sophie's phone, and smashed it to pieces on the ground.How refreshing to be the bad guy.For the past twenty years or so, Rosalie had been a pro at being a good person. She always suffered losses from being kind.The best way to deal with shameless people was to be even more shameless than them. In this way, there was nothing the opponent could do.Sophie was stunned for a few seconds, but she could not stop Rosalie at all."Where is Violet? Get the hell out n
Mama’s last will intermittently recorded the last three years of her life.When Rosalie finished reading her mother’s last word, the dam had broken, and she burst into loud sobs.The heart-piercing grief lingered in her chest. She kept murmuring under her breath. "Mama, my Mama...hurts so much in her life. She was in so much pain!"She tearfully looked at her husband. At this moment, Rosalie was like a frightened little animal, her entire body trembling helplessly.Byron read the will with her. The typically calm and introverted Byron felt his eyes burning and tears streamed down his face.Immediately, a monstrous anger appeared on his face. He exuded a deadly aura all over. He gritted his teeth and said ruthlessly, "Honey, we must avenge Mama. Violet is not human. She is just a beast clad in human skin!"Rosalie cried bitterly while hugging Byron, inconsolable for a long time.Finally, Detective Carter read the contents of the will and remained silent for a long time.The con
[My dear daughter, my beloved Rosalie, I wonder how many years later will you see this written will? Ten years, or twenty years? Or you may not see it at all."[Darling, Mama loves you very much, I love you too much. So, it is you who gave Mama the courage to accept my fate at this moment. I know very well that my life is slipping away bit by bit, but I don’t feel afraid at all!][However, Mama don’t know why such bad luck happened to you. You were only three years old and just learned to run and jump around, and you’ve just learnt to pronounce the word Mama properly. Despite that, death is around the corner, knocking on my door. Mama feels reluctant, this is such a waste! Mama prays to God, I’m willing to accept anything as long as you live, even if it means falling into hell.][You were suffering from a congenital genetic disorder. I took you to many hospitals and finally found a solution. However, the treatment cost is as high as one million dollars. Mama can't afford this at all
Byron, who has always been calm in dealing with things, felt anxious this time.The car continued to accelerate. There was no time to lose. He needed to verify personally whether the heirloom left by his mother-in-law were really hidden in the frame of the wedding photo.Rosalie also looked solemn, and her heart was beating fast.Violet cared so much about Mama’s heirloom. She was still looking for it even when she could not find it after more than ten years, which shows that this heirloom was of great importance.Perhaps, there was enough evidence in it to prove that Violet harmed her mother.Rosalie truly wanted to know; how did Violet manage to poison her slowly? At that time, she had no contact with Mama at all!In about ten minutes, the car arrived at the Jacobs old house.Early in the morning, Detective Carter still led his bodyguards to search around, knocking on every wall, trying to find some hidden storage space.Upon seeing the eager faces of the young couple, Detect
That voice seemed to unveil Rosalie's dust-sealed memory like an old chest.An image from that year flashed across her mind in an instant.Under the sweet-scented osmanthus tree, Mama and Aunt Lou were eating cakes, chatting and laughing over tea. As the sun set, Rosalie came from the kindergarten on the corner of the street, lugging her schoolbag as she rushed home, less than a hundred meters away.Then, she exclaimed. "Mama, I'm home!"At that time, Mama was so healthy. Her eyes were always joyful, and she was as beautiful as an angel.Aunt Lou was also very young at the time, she had just married and had no children. She liked to ask her Mama for advice on family life issues.How wonderful it would be if life could stay that way forever!Unfortunately, everything was ruined by Gordon.Rosalie’s thoughts were raging. It took a long time before Rosalie came back to her senses and told Aunt Lou that she had returned to Coast City, and everything was fine.Aunt Lou continued to
On the second day of the wedding, Mary woke up and habitually thought that it was her home. She was about to go out in her pajamas.Fortunately, Andrius carried her back to bed just as she pushed the door open.Mary woke up from her confusion and realized her new identity, the daughter-in-law of the Quirke family.The husband held her, but suddenly refused to let go. His hands began to wander naughtily.Mary was astonished. They were keeping each other up until late last night. It was only a few hours apart."Is there any custom ceremony that has not been completed? Does your family need us to greet the elders on the first day after marriage?" She suddenly became flustered, and she was short of breath.She wanted to quickly change the subject, so her man would not continue his passionate torment.It would be really embarrassing if they made any noise this early in the morning.Andrius shook his head, and moved his lips closer, wanting to attack.Mary resolutely covered his lip
In the Jacobs’ old family home, Detective Carter kept receiving calls from the bodyguards, and knew the movements of Violet's family like the palm of his hand."Sure enough, it was a bait and switch. On the surface, two cars set off; one came to us and the other was headed to the airport. In actual fact, they escaped from the basement in a taxi. However, they were indeed unable to escape."Detective Carter summarized his updates and reported to Byron and Rosalie.The detective was shocked. The bodyguards that Byron arranged for him had excellent professional skills and strong execution ability. These men were obviously carefully cultivated.Byron nodded calmly.He sighed secretly in his heart. Sophie reacted exactly the same way as Xander Lancer back then, she chose to escape by water.Indeed, travel transportation such as airplanes and high-speed rails have rigid, fixed schedules and are relatively easy to be discovered.Rosalie's mind was not present at all. As long as the hus