Alice's expression turned sour. She grabbed Kenji and walked toward Joshua's location. In a short while, the body would be taken to the funeral home. Per Joshua's instructions, there would be no funeral; instead, they would directly cremate and bury the ashes with his wife at the Yunnan tea flower forest."These old people are indirectly insulting me!" Kenji's face paled. He might not be as skilled in business as those geniuses, but he believed in his capabilities. He just lacked a bit of luck!"What about the successor? Your mother wouldn't be foolish enough to hand over the massive family business to an outsider, right?" Alice felt somewhat uneasy.She hadn't expected that after more than twenty years, the old lady would somehow discover the truth about what happened back then. Due to this revelation, she had severed ties with her and her husband. However, Alice thought to herself that Kenji was Janna' eldest son. She couldn't possibly give up her own flesh and blood for a woman fro
Chaos immediately broke out in the conference room."This is impossible! Where did Jane's daughter come from? She's already dead!!" Alice stood up, pointing at the lawyer. "Don't read it incorrectly! I can sue you!""Mrs. Ji, please calm down. To avoid any complications after the inheritance announcement, Mr. Joshua recorded a video in the presence of notary personnel." The lawyer raised his hand, signaling.The assistant immediately projected the video.After a brief snowflake pattern, the image appeared on the screen.Joshua lay on a hospital bed, looking withered but still somewhat spirited. The corner of the video displayed the time, recorded half a year ago.The earlier contents were indisputable.And then..."The final part, as well as all of my real estate, I want to leave to my adopted daughter Jane... No, to Carla Woods' daughter.""This is impossible!" Alice shouted loudly.Meanwhile, Joshua's words continued."Due to Jane's passing, I lost contact with my granddaughter. I h
Hospital Underground Garage.Fiona hastily arrived last night and only vaguely remembered the parking spot. She searched for a while before finding the car. At that moment, Darwin called urgently, once again.Fiona answered.“Mr. Solomon, I just found the car. Could you not rush me?”Darwin sneered. There was no sense of urgency in his voice. Tried to hide her displeasure.“It’s too late, coming back now won’t make it in time for dinner,” Fiona said."Can I..." She was cut off by Darwin hanging up without waiting for her to finish.Fiona smiled slightly at the corner of her mouth. It's amusing to see Darwin getting upset occasionally.Darwin called back, "What would you like to eat?" Darwin's attitude having softened a bit. "I've already ordered from the restaurant, it will be delivered straight to the apartment. You must be tired from this trip back. Going to the restaurant again would mean another trip.”"All fine," Fiona said while unlocking the car door."Not all, tell me what you
Eric lost control. He couldn't bear to watch Fiona retching like that anymore. He immediately went out and called for the maids."Take her to the bathroom! Wash every inch of her clean for me! And make her rinse her mouth at least ten times! Tear off the carpet and throw it out!" Eric paused for a moment, then seemed to think it wasn't enough. "No! Burn the carpet!"After a moment, a few maids walked in with solemn expressions. When they saw Fiona tied up, they were momentarily stunned. Mr. Eric had brought many women back before. But which one of them didn't cling to Mr. Eric like a vine, smiling and charming?This one...This one was clearly brought here against her will, right?"Miss, we'll take you to the bathroom..." The leading maid approached Fiona.Fiona glanced at her."Tied up to take a bath?"The maid looked somewhat embarrassed.Fiona sneered, "That beast used some kind of drug on me. My hands and feet are weak, let alone you four. I can't fight you alone."She didn't real
The bathrobe completely concealed what should have been alluring. But he didn't seem bothered. Compared to those women who stripped naked and seduced him immediately, this situation made him feel like he was unwrapping a present. "Eric, if you stop now and let me go, I can promise not to tell Darwin." As Eric closed in, Fiona stepped back. "You're right about what you just said, but there's one thing you still don't understand. Darwin won't easily forgive someone who messes with his things. Even if he doesn't do anything on the surface, he will definitely find a way to ruin you from behind." Fiona remained calm and continued speaking in a low voice. Eric's expression softened for a moment. Of course, he had thoroughly researched Darwin before considering cooperation with him. He knew how cunning Darwin could be behind the scenes. But... "Neither of us is an easy opponent," Eric said, his voice filled with determination. How could a few words possibly make him give up on obtaining F
"Help me!" Fiona exclaimed in shock, clutching her abdomen and swiftly turning around.Amid the chaotic darkness, two faint halos flickered desperately."Who are you?" Fiona asked, bewildered."Mummy lied! You said you'd protect us!""Mummy's bad!"Fiona's headache intensified."I'm not lying. I'll protect you, please don't cry!""You'll die. How can you protect us?" the halos lamented.Right, if she died, who'd safeguard her babies?No, she couldn't die! Fiona couldn't die!Darwin couldn't recall how many times he'd performed CPR. Just as he was about to resume chest compressions, the person beneath him coughed softly."He's alive! Secretary Woods is alive!" Jackie's excited voice reached Fiona's ears.Weary, she opened her eyes. Darwin, with red eyes, was the first thing she saw."Did I die?" Fiona croaked, her voice hoarse.Darwin shook his head, responding softly as if they'd averted a disaster, "No, not at all!"A surge of emotions hit Fiona like a tsunami. She rose and embraced
Hathaway and Darwin's wedding date had been set.On the 18th of next month, an auspicious day for all matters, especially weddings.Fiona spent the night on edge, but after Darwin held her for a short while, she fell into sound sleep. Darwin lowered his gaze, observing the bruises and swelling on her cheek and neck. His heart trembled with pain.When the bodyguard arrived at Hathaway's residence, she was still asleep."Does Darwin have something for me?" Hathaway was somewhat puzzled.Knowing Fiona, there was a high probability that Janna had spent a fortune buying gifts for Fiona, which had made her irritable these past few days.Now, the gift brought by Darwin instantly dissipated much of the gloom in her heart."Yes, Miss," the bodyguard replied coldly, his tone unusually rigid. He then turned around and handed a rough cardboard box to Hathaway.Hathaway hadn't yet seen what was inside. But the scent of blood hit her nose. The cardboard box was of poor quality, and there were trac
Janna adjusted her wrist bracelet."Son, from the Solomon family, have you thought this through? Are you truly going to clash with the Ross family over a woman?"Her tone was straightforward, devoid of any hint of joy or anger."They wouldn't listen," Darwin replied.Janna gave him a significant look. "And now? Are you still planning to marry Hathaway? I heard your wedding date has been set."Darwin's gaze turned icy."Do they even deserve it?"Janna glanced at him. Ultimately, she refrained from inquiring about how he intended to handle his relationship with Fiona. Marriages among these influential families always relied on alliances. If they didn't marry into one family, they'd marry into another. Janna had a rough understanding of Darwin. She knew he was extremely pragmatic, so how could he marry Fiona, who held no power?Certainly, if Fiona relied on her, things might turn out differently. The Solomon family's kid never acted without purpose. He wouldn't assume responsibility for