Jude choked on his saliva. "He has other assigned duties. Today was his last day here. He left after handing over the culprit," he answered guiltily. Cold sweat appeared on his forehead as he endured Samantha's piercing gaze. "Oh? Really? How coincidental." Samantha laughed coldly.She didn't beli
Samantha sat thoughtfully in the president's office of X Co. while a trembling Jude stood before her. Her gaze was cold and fierce as she stared at him. Jude could only sigh silently. He was so unlucky. Why did he have to bear Kendrick's wrongdoings? "Mr. Lawson, you've worked for Mr. Ford for a l
Jude thought about it and hesitated. "What if Ms. Duncan insists on choosing someone else?" He was just an assistant. It would be impossible for him to change Samantha's decision. "No, she won't be that willful." He still had a ton of bodyguards at his disposal. Furthermore, she wasn't that savvy
"It wasn't my intention to frame you." Felix shook his head quickly to show his innocence. "Didn't you kidnap Samantha at my event? You also asked me to make her life difficult. If it weren't for you, no one would have suspected me." Alicia was especially angry that he'd used her. "I just wanted t
…"Where are you going, Ms. Duncan?" Hunter stood up immediately upon seeing Samantha walking out of her office. Samantha was shocked. "Don't be nervous. I'm just going out for a walk," she said, smiling. Hunter was about to cry silently. How could he not be nervous? Within a few hours, Samantha
"Tell the bodyguard to tail them," Kendrick said coldly."What?" Hunter didn't catch what he said."Tail them. Don't you know who that man is?" Kendrick said through gritted teeth. Hunter wanted to say he was Samantha's friend, but he swallowed his words when he saw Kendrick's murderous look. He ob
"Alright. Then, please remind them to tell the bodyguard who rescued me to come see me once he gets back." Samantha turned and left, acting as if she was deceived.After ensuring that she really did leave, Hunter sighed in relief. It was like he had just escaped from the jaws of death. He was drench
"But now that Kendrick's gone, I think I have a chance. Today, Sam treated me much better than she did in the past. "I think she sees me as a possible future partner now," Francis suddenly said excitedly. He had a bright smile on his face."Is that so?" Harry asked in curiosity. He couldn't tell th
The gunfire outside had been going off for what felt like ages. When it finally stopped, everyone still heard ringing in their ears. It seemed as though the gunfight hadn't ended yet.Later, Kendrick explained that he had discovered Chester's sickness before returning. He couldn't help but ponder ab
Chester pulled out a gun and coldly warned, "Hand over the item, Kendrick. Once I have it, I'll let you all go, no matter the outcome.""Dad!""Kendrick!"Francis and Samantha gasped in surprise. Chester actually carried a gun with him this entire time.Kendrick felt his heart tightened as well. He
He slowly replied, "I have relocated the item. Even if they find the place, they won't find the item."He hid one hand behind him and made a gesture. Jude immediately noticed it and started making a move.Chester's eyes lit up. He hurriedly asked, "Where is it now? I'm thinking about working togethe
"Oh my God? Is that Kendrick?""What? Kendrick?"You're actually alive?"Gasps filled the room when the door was opened. Some were stupefied and at a loss for words.Kendrick panted heavily, but he approached Samantha and Francis unwaveringly. He shouted, "Yes, I'm alive, and I'm against this engage
Harry, Evelynn, Chester, Alexis, Hunter, Francis, and Samantha were at the engagement party. Then, there was also a flower boy—Nathan.Hunter felt restless as he forced an awkward smile. If they didn't know any better, people would've assumed he hated Samantha based on his expression.Alexis was baf
Lately, Samantha has been very busy. After learning about this from Hunter, Jude became worried.They worked at the same place and were familiar with each other's daily tasks. Plus, they even paid close attention to her, but they couldn't figure out the reason.She was missing for a few weeks. Many
Especially with her family growing fond of him, she even overheard her family discussing when they would officially become a couple and tie the knot.She felt deeply troubled thinking about it.Francis said with a loving smile, "Work's always piling up, Sam. You should take care of your health. If t
As time went by, lots of things happened. But Samantha managed to deal with them all.However, Samantha didn't go along with Felix's request to meet him.After denying his requests multiple times, he finally stopped pestering her. However, she didn't know what had gotten in him that changed his mind
Kendrick opened the car door and was about to get out. But Francis had already pulled over his car in front of her. He quickly sat back down with a menacing look.Kendrick didn't want Samantha to find out earlier. However, when he changed his mind, she ignored him. He had brought it on himself. "Wh