Listening to his subordinates' report, Shane could not help but pinch the bridge of his nose. "I handed the overseas business to you because I trusted you, not because I don't care. But what have you given me? This is the result of six months of work? I’m paying you top dollar, and yet what you’ve delivered isn’t even on par with fresh graduates!"Shane was known for his stern demeanor, but it was rare for him to truly lose his temper. This time, however, it was clear that they had really crossed a line. The usually smooth and seductive tone of his deep voice, speaking fluent French, was now laced with frustration and anger.His subordinates hung their heads low, not daring to make a sound.Just then, the silence of the study was broken by a soft "click." The door creaked open slightly, and a small, fluffy head peeked in."Mr. Ford?"Shane paused, turning his gaze towards the door. "Why are you up?"Haley pushed the door open wider and walked over to his desk. Shane immediately r
Haley’s cheeks puffed out slightly as she huffed in frustration. "It seems we really underestimated Joe. I can't believe how he’s been able to play us all along, pretending to be weak just to fool us."But when she thought about it, it made sense. Someone like Joe would do anything for money, even going as far as trying to take Yvonne's life just to get his hands on the company. A person like him was not just heartless, he was a monster. Letting him continue living felt like a waste of air.Shane pulled Haley into his arms, his voice low and soothing. "Don't worry. This time, I won't let him get away. The crimes he's committed are enough to keep him in prison for the rest of his life."Haley leaned her head on Shane's shoulder, nodding slightly. "I hope so. Thankfully, Joe's slander didn’t harm Mom too much. If it had, not even a thousand deaths would be enough for him to pay."A cold glint flashed in Shane’s eyes. "I've made arrangements in the prison, and your dad won’t just stan
When the employees heard the news about getting the day off, they immediately erupted in cheers, excitedly exclaiming, "Thank you, Miss Haley! You’re the kindest, most generous, and—""Hold it right there," Haley interrupted, cutting off their increasingly exaggerated compliments with a playful tone. "If you keep talking nonsense, this day off might just disappear."Hearing this, everyone quickly quieted down, laughing as they left the office. Haley shook her head with a smile and called her driver to come pick her up.When Haley got into the car, the driver asked, "Ma'am, are we heading straight home?"Haley thought for a moment before giving her instructions. "Let's stop by the Ford residence first."Since Charles and Yvonne were still staying in Jasper City, they were likely at the Ford residence now. Plus, it had been a while since she visited Mrs. Ford Sr."Got it," the driver responded, turning the car around and heading toward the Ford residence.Half an hour later, the c
Seeing the sudden change in Charles's expression, Yvonne gave Haley a look and said, "Alright, that's enough from both of you. Haley, are you hungry? Let’s get the kitchen to prepare something for you."Then she stood on tiptoe and gently ruffled Charles's hair, soothing him, "And you, don’t be upset. I’m not going to make you sleep in the study."Though she whispered the last part, Charles heard it clearly. Instantly, the gloominess around him vanished, and a smile returned to his face.He knew it. His wife would not really make him sleep alone.Haley quickly looked away, unable to bear his smug expression.Just then, the sound of footsteps echoed from outside, and soon, Shane appeared in the doorway. He glanced around the living room, and his gaze landed on Haley."What’s going on? You all seem to be in such a good mood.""Hubby!" As soon as Haley saw him, her eyes lit up, and she ran to him.Shane opened his arms and caught her effortlessly, bending down to plant a kiss on h
Eason, who had been listening from the sidelines, could not help but smirk with satisfaction.Charles had always lorded over him, using his position as head of the Fisher family to make things difficult. Now, Eason wanted to see how Charles would handle losing that position.Charles glanced at him briefly, his lips pressed together in silence. Behind him, Haley and Shane exchanged a look, silently relieved they had decided to come along. They had no idea Charles’s position within the Fisher family was far from secure and that he faced opposition at every turn.Haley stepped forward, positioning herself in front of Charles, and looked firmly at John. "You’re my grandfather’s uncle, so I respect you as an elder. But my father inherited the role of head of the Fisher family as my grandfather’s dying wish. No one has the right to challenge that."John's gaze fell on Haley, and he let out a derisive laugh. "And who are you to speak out of turn here?"Haley opened her mouth to respond
"What nonsense are you spouting!" Eason stared at Charles in disbelief, a cold laugh escaping his lips. "I went through hell to find this ring. How could it possibly be fake? Are you just saying that because you don’t want to give up control of the Fisher Corporation?"Charles took a few steps forward, closing the distance between them. Eason’s heart skipped a beat, worried that Charles might try to snatch the ring. He quickly snapped the jewelry box shut and hid it behind his back, eyeing Charles warily."What…what are you trying to do?"Charles sneered, his eyes filled with disdain. "What’s wrong? Afraid to let me take a closer look? Feeling guilty?""Why would I feel guilty? Fine, take a look. I'll prove you wrong!" Eason retorted, opening the box again and presenting the ring to Charles.Charles took the ring and examined it closely. Time seemed to stretch on as Eason watched Charles's deep, scrutinizing gaze, an unsettling feeling creeping into his chest. But he quickly sho
Eason stared at the ring in Haley’s hand in disbelief, shaking his head with a panic that had never been in his voice before. "No, that’s impossible. This can’t be happening!"John, the great-uncle, also looked shocked, his voice stern as he spoke. "Charles, as the eldest son of the Fisher family, you should uphold the family’s traditions, not try to deceive us with some fake ring.""How can you be so sure it’s fake without even looking closely?" Charles stood his ground, his gaze icy as it locked onto John.Under Charles’s cold stare, John felt a shiver run down his spine, but he forced himself to remain calm. "Fake is fake. There’s no need to look! The ring Eason holds is the real one. There’s nothing more to discuss."Charles scoffed. "Is it that you don’t want to look or that you’re too afraid to?"John’s eyelid twitched as he slammed his hand on the table again. "Watch your tone when you’re speaking to your elders!"Charles stepped forward, stopping just in front of John, an
Eason stared at the shattered remains of the ring in disbelief, his face twisted with rage. "No!" He rushed forward, shoving Charles aside. He then dropped to his knees, staring at the broken pieces as if his heart had been crushed along with them. "Charles, I’ll make you pay for this!"Charles did not move, standing firm as Eason’s fist came within inches of his face. Just then, a group of bodyguards burst into the room, forcefully restraining Eason. No matter how hard he struggled, he could not break free."Charles, what are you doing? Tell them to let me go!" Eason demanded, his voice trembling with fear."Let you go? Hah…" Charles sneered, his tone dripping with sarcasm. "Those rumors about Yvonne and Haley that spread online. Those were your doing, weren’t they? I’m here to settle the score."Eason’s shoulders trembled as a flash of guilt crossed his eyes. "What…what are you going to do to me? I’m warning you, if you lay a hand on me, I’ll never forgive you!"Charles’s expr