Thaddeus waved to call the waiter over and promptly ordered a plate of oysters. "Sure, you get to engage in relations, but what's the point? Can you really keep up? Can you last more than five minutes?"After Thaddeus finished speaking, he used the serving tongs to place a large oyster onto Corvus' plate."Guys don't resist aging. When you need a boost, you should take it!"Corvus laughed coldly. "I recall that you're only a year younger than me. Where does that sense of superiority come from?""We're not the same; you look exhausted and in need of a recharge."Corvus angrily swallowed the raw oyster. If someone was treating him to a meal, then why shouldn't he eat? As for that jerk, there was no way for him to unleash his energy even if he were to replenish it anyway.…Jessamine's gathering was a small luncheon since it was mid-day, and everyone had to return to work afterward, so no one drank alcohol. Some of the new colleagues were meeting for the first time, so the meal s
Jessamine entered, pulled out the executive chair and sat down. Then, she listened to Yvonne quietly.Over the years, Yvonne had become noticeably more haggard and no longer possessed the same spirit and enthusiasm she had four years ago. She now looked very much like a middle-aged professional worn down by time. She pushed aside some stray hair from her forehead and continued speaking."Holt Jewelry is well-known for treating its employees generously, but when it comes to matters related to you, Mr. Holt handles them in a way that's very..."She paused and was lost in a moment of reflection. Then, she uttered, "Harsh and ruthless."Yvonne used the words "harsh" and "ruthless" to describe the large-scale layoffs carried out by Holt Jewelry back in the day."Actually, it wasn't just the design department. People from other departments who spoke badly about you were also fired, and their termination compensation was handled strictly according to the law, without any extra payment gi
Jessamine couldn't figure out how Thaddeus had known all of this and had even managed to deal with those people one by one."How have you been? Has finding a job been going smoothly?" Jessamine asked Yvonne.Yvonne's eyes dimmed. "It went quite smoothly. After I left my job, I moved to Hajera. My child had some health issues, and since my close friend was here, she could help me look after my child too."The main reason was that the specialists at the hospital here were very knowledgeable about my child's condition. Therefore, we didn't have to travel back and forth for medical appointments."They had talked for so long that it had already gotten dark outside. The office area outside the room was quiet, and all the employees had left for the day.After finishing her drink, Yvonne stood up and threw the disposable paper cup into the trash can.Yvonne continued, "Sorry for taking up so much of your time. I had gone to the hospital this afternoon, which made me late for the interview.
However, Thaddeus took the opportunity to take credit. "Is that all?" "What else could there be? Even if I wanted to reward you with something else, you're not here," Jessamine retorted.This only heightened Thaddeus' desire to see Jessamine. He wanted to know what other rewards she could offer him. Yet, he also felt her words might just be casual, and she could end up giving him only a kiss!"Jessie, just give me two more days," Thaddeus said.He was counting down the days until his return. Apart from eating and sleeping, he devoted all his time to swiftly handling his work. He was eager to wrap up everything and get back to Jessamine.Upon hearing this, Jessamine couldn't resist teasing him over the phone. She said, "Don't rush, Mr. Holt. Your flights won't be canceled, so take care of your work first before coming back. After all, a CEO can't just abandon the company, right? Remember, work comes first!"Her last remark was a playful jab at Thaddeus.Back when she was at Jard
In the past few days, Noah hadn't come looking for Thaddeus, nor had he bothered Jessamine.Thaddeus then called Zayn, asking, "Is the identification result accurate?""It is, Mr. Holt. The comparison was done by the most reputable agency in Frence. With the result matching perfectly, we can also confirm they're the same person," Zayn said.Thaddeus lit a cigarette and stood by the floor-to-ceiling window. The office's dim lighting made him appear even more sophisticated. He asked, "Who exactly is this Alex?""He's the local drug lord, and his influence is immense. So, he's not someone to be trifled with," Zayn replied.Thaddeus took a drag of his cigarette and exhaled slowly, his mind filled with doubts about the current situation. Based on what he knew, Burry and Noah were deeply in love and married. They were practically soulmates, so why would Burry fake her death?"How did Burry and Alex get involved with each other?" Thaddeus asked again.Zayn replied, "I've been tracking
Colin had just finished brushing his teeth. Holding his wash basin, he froze in surprise. He hadn't expected anyone to visit him in prison, especially since his only remaining family members were Jessamine and Amy.However, Jessamine had already cut ties with him, so Colin believed Amy was his only potential visitor. Moreover, his recent good performance during the prison labor had earned him a chance to make a phone call. From that, he also learned that Amy had safely returned home!With these thoughts in mind, Colin hurriedly set down his toiletries and followed the officer out. During their short journey, he had already prepared countless heartfelt words that he wanted to say to Amy.Outside the visiting room, Thaddeus stood there in a dark suit that exuded an aura of cold nobility.When Colin came out with joy, their eyes met through the glass.Thaddeus' gaze was cold and probing. His commanding presence also made Colin's heart skip a beat."Thaddeus, what brings you here?" C
When Thaddeus heard the words "Let's be father and daughter again in our next lives", he felt uncomfortable.He knew about everything that had happened between Jessamine and Colin. Colin had never loved Jessamine like a daughter. At the very least, Colin didn't deserve to be called a father when it came to Jessamine. The way Thaddeus saw it, Colin's crying outburst wasn't genuine. Having been in the business world for so many years, Thaddeus had seen through too many people's true intentions.He knew exactly what Colin was up to. Thaddeus only felt bad for Jessamine. Even at this point, Colin was still trying to take advantage of her. Colin's words truly made him feel disgusted.Colin thought his heartfelt confession had touched Thaddeus when Thaddeus did not say anything, so he continued talking, trying to capitalize on the moment. "Thaddeus, at this point, all I can do is leave Jessamine in your care. I'll kneel before you, so please take good care of her. Protect and love h
Jessamine's heart skipped a beat. As her gaze shifted upward, she saw Noah's gentle and harmless face the very next moment.His gaze behind his glasses betrayed no emotion as he took long strides to her bedside.Jessamine heard her heart thump loudly. The person who kidnapped her turned out to be Noah!Who would have thought that a person who looked so gentle could do something so crazy?Jessamine sat up quickly and shrunk back until she was pressed against the headboard. "Noah, what are you trying to do?"Her expression was filled with fear. She was unable to imagine what Noah might do to her next. Reminded of his previous confusing behavior, she realized she couldn't figure this person out at all.Noah nudged his glasses up higher on the bridge of his nose and spoke in a gentle voice, "Jessie, don't be afraid. I won't do anything to you."How could Jessamine not be afraid? Any woman would be scared in such a situation. She had been mysteriously drugged on her way home and take