Moments later, the two returned to the headquarters of the Riddle Corporation. Overall, their lunch was still quite enjoyable, barring Harvey's presence, which they ignored.And after returning to the company, the two went back to work.Soon, dusk fell. During the rush hours, the streets were crowded with people and cars as everyone made their way home. By the time Nicole and Jared got home, Tia had just returned with Stanley and the kids.Lovingly holding her children's hands, Nicole beamed. "Did you behave yourselves in kindergarten today?""Definitely!" Lana proudly raised her chin. "We've been super good!""That's great," Nicole praised.After giving Lana's hair a gentle ruffle, Nicole held her hand and said, "Let's get inside."The three of them headed back into their house, with Jared following behind with Tia and Stanley."Nicole, I'll head back to the backyard," Tia informed after a slight moment of hesitation.This prompted Nicole to halt in her tracks and glance at T
"Oh. You're worried about this, Lana?" Daniel asked in surprise."Well, there's going to be fewer people around. When Mummy and Daddy get married, do we also need to move into the manor next door? And if Uncle Stanley gets married, only Grandpa and Grandma will remain here," Lana said.Everyone was left dumbfounded upon hearing Lana's analysis, with all of them amazed at how this little girl could think so far ahead and even be concerned about her grandparents."Don't worry. Your Uncle Stanley will be at home," Nolan said, giving his sister a look with his face all scrunched up in a grimace."How would you know? Although Uncle Stanley doesn't have a girlfriend now, it doesn't mean he won't have one later on," Lana objected, unconvinced that Stanley would remain single all his life."I just know," Nolan persisted.Without further explaining, Nolan figured Lana would not understand no matter how well he explained it.He then pulled Lana away, "Let's go. We'll head up. Everyone is
Nicole had just gotten out of the shower while everyone was already fast asleep, during which Jared grabbed her towel and helped dry her hair.His tone was gentle as he asked, "What's on your mind?"With a raised eyebrow, Nicole gave him a look of shock, and she bit her lip before issuing a sigh. "I'm worried that Nolan and Lana's identities will be exposed when they become the ring bearer and flower girl at the wedding."Indeed, Nicole was worried that the kids would get in trouble when their identities were disclosed.Jared's expression darkened. He had also thought so, as he noticed that Nicole's mood had only begun to change when they discussed the marriage. Because of this, he figured that she was worried about the kids."You get to decide if you wish to protect them by keeping their identities a secret or announce them to the world and have round-the-clock security to guard them in the future," Jared suggested, trying to find a solution.Nicole's worry was evident as she fr
"Ouch!" Just as Nicole finished, Jared gently knocked her forehead.Then, he reminded her, "If he truly is Mr. Ellison's grandson, how could Mr. Ellison have ended up the way he did?""What happened, exactly?" Nicole asked, getting more curious about the situation."To be exact, all of this happened because of the bad blood between Harvey's parents and Mr. Ellison. Mr. Ellison didn't like Harvey's mother, and that's why Harvey's parents had not returned to the Ellison family for so long. It was not until Harvey's family passed away that Mr. Ellison took Harvey home," Jared explained with a look of indifference."So Harvey had a bone to pick with Mr. Ellison?" Nicole queried, beginning to understand what was going on."Yeah." Jared nodded. "Mr. Ellison wanted to raise Harvey peacefully and allow him to inherit all of the assets in the Ellison family. No one expected him to come back just for revenge."Without waiting for Mr. Ellison to relinquish his position in Ellison Group, Har
After that, Sean replied, "I'm going to a conference.""Oh, you guys go ahead. I'll contact you if anything happens at the company," Nicole said and stepped aside.Sean and Steve exchanged glances, and with solemn looks on each of their faces, they stated, "Something is going to happen at DillCorp."Nicole frowned. "I know. Don't worry about it."Feeling more at ease, the two brothers replied, "Good. We'll get going first and find you when we're done."Nicole smiled. "Run along. Perhaps by the time you return, there'll be good news.""Well, I'm going to be looking forward to that," Sean said, and strode off with Steve.Nicole and Lulu then made their way upstairs into Nicole's office."Is James about to succeed?" Lulu asked with excitement."I suppose so," Nicole nodded.Sean and Steve must have been talking about this. If things were changing in DillCorp, it could only mean that Raine had assumed control over the company. However, James was still the puppet master behind the
Harvey's expression was icy cold as he darted his eyes at Everett. "What are you doing here?""Mr. Ellison, I had no idea James was such a cunning one. I underestimated him, not knowing that he has been playing dumb all along," Everett fumed, choked with rage and frustration.Everett was convinced that he would have bagged DillCorp had it not been for James.With his eyes trained on Everett, Harvey replied, "This has nothing to do with me. Regardless of whether you win or lose, it doesn't affect me."Everett suddenly felt a pang of guilt, but then, he continued in a trembling voice, "Mr. Ellison, I don't understand what you're saying.""It doesn't matter anymore. But remember, don't come to me in the future any longer. I want nothing to do with someone who has proven time and again to be a thorn in my side," Harvey finished and turned to his assistant."Walk him out, and don't ever let him in ever again," he said.Initially, Harvey had thought that Everett was just the right amo
Hearing that, Everett's expression softened. "Go sort out the arrangements.""Yes, Mr. Riddle." The assistant breathed a sigh of relief.Everett leaned against his seat with a leer on his face. 'Just they wait. When I get my hands on DillCorp, they won't have the guts to look at me funny anymore.'In a blink of an eye, three days went by, and on the morning of the third day, Nicole received a call from Lulu."Nicole, James has made a move," she reported.A frosty glint flashed across Nicole's eyes as soon as she heard that. "He couldn't wait, could he?""I know, we should make our move too," Lulu said with a hint of excitement in her voice.Nicole smiled. "Sure.""I'll update you when there's news.""Okay." Nicole hung up and shook her head as she chuckled. 'Lulu must've been super anxious.'Then, the twins came in and curiously asked Nicole, "Mommy, what are you laughing at?"Nicole caressed their heads gently as she said, "It's nothing. Let's head downstairs, shall we?""
A look of determination flashed across Nicole's face as she replied, "Dad, things will be fine as long as you know what's going on. You have us three. We will do everything we can to ensure that DillCorp doesn't fall into the hands of James."If anything, Nicole had prepared herself for this moment for the longest time now. 'Dillcorp shall not fall into the hands of James or Everett. Everything will go according to my plan.'Hearing that, Daniel issued a huge sigh. "Alright, I trust you guys."Daniel knew that he had no influence over anything that was happening. To him, all that mattered was that none of his loved ones were harmed."I want you guys to be careful, okay," Daniel warned as he looked each and every one of his children in the eye."Relax, dad. I will," Nicole assured with a comforting smile on her face."Right. Let's eat. Better not keep your mom waiting," Daniel said as Stanley came running down the flight of stairs.He too had overheard the conversation.Nicole n