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Regretful Tears Won't Bring Her Back Chapter 682
The thing was, Jimmy wasn't entirely wrong.It was Tobey who had proposed marriage and used Liesel's name to pressure Chelsea to marry him.That was why he had rushed to buy a pair of wedding rings. They had to have them.Pursing her lips, Chelsea said, "But I work in showbiz. Do you want me to wear this ring and have my fans stop supporting me?"She was thinking ahead.She had never intended to rely on Tobey. In her mind, she and Tobey were always going to split up, so the wedding ring was irrelevant.That was why, from the start, she hadn't planned on making their relationship public.How could she put it?To her, Tobey was the kind of man she couldn't show off. Yes, that was how she saw him."Just wear it when we're with Liesel and the others. Otherwise, they'll start talking again," Tobey suggested.Oh, so she didn't need to wear it during competitions.Chelsea let out a relieved breath and lowered her eyes. She slipped her soft fingers through his. She gripped his hand
Regretful Tears Won't Bring Her Back Chapter 683
Social media exploded with outrage."Drew's betrayal of Ford Corporation was inevitable, wasn't it? First, Liesel left for Hardin Group. Of course, Drew would have his own agenda. Among the Iron Triangle of Ford Corporation, only Charles, Jacob's childhood friend, remains.""This is sickening. Liesel's leaving doesn't really count as a betrayal. She divorced Jacob, after all, so staying at Ford Corporation would've been awkward. But Drew? What's his excuse?"Jacob gave him everything. And yet, he stole confidential information and embezzled a fortune! Jacob had given him money and shares, only to end up raising an ingrate!""Ungrateful bastard!""He deserves to rot in prison!"Most of the netizens condemned Drew's betrayal. Because of his ties to Liesel, she was caught in the storm too. Ford Corporation's shareholders and loyalists smeared her name, calling her and Drew birds of a feather.Some even claimed Drew had turned against Ford Corporation because Liesel had influenced h
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Drew didn't want Liesel to see him like this."I need to know the truth, Drew."Liesel felt a pang of sadness at the sight of him. Back then, she had known that Ford Corporation wasn't a place he could stay for long. It was no longer the right fit for him. She had wanted to help him find another path, but she had underestimated Charles' ruthlessness.Both she and Drew knew too many of Ford Corporation's secrets. The only reason she had managed to leave safely was because Jacob carried guilt toward her. But Drew? They had no such reservations about him.With all the classified information he possessed, there was no way Ford Corporation would just let Drew walk away and start fresh somewhere else.In the future Charles had mapped out for him, Drew was supposed to remain an unremarkable employee until the day he retired and faded into obscurity.Drew's voice was hoarse. "Forget about me. Just let it be."He was exhausted.He wasn't naive. He knew exactly who had set him up. And he
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As Liesel stepped into Ford Corporation, hushed whispers rippled through the employees.They used to see her as a savior. If she had stayed, the smart system and anticancer drugs would have belonged to Ford Corporation, not Hardin Group.But now, she was a traitor in their eyes, the one who had stripped Ford Corporation of what should have been theirs.They thought this way only because Liesel had threatened their personal interests. People were inherently selfish creatures.Natalie spotted Liesel from a distance as soon as the latter arrived at Ford Corporation. Hiding in a corner, she watched closely, and the smile on her face grew colder by the second.Liesel noticed her too. She raised her gaze slightly and saw the nameplate pinned to Natalie's chest—Head of Administrative Department.Her? Head of Administrative Department?Liesel's expression darkened.Natalie strutted over in her high heels. More and more employees took advantage of a break, strolling around as if they we
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Liesel's parents had died in a car accident caused by a drunk driver. In their final moments, they had shielded her with their bodies, whispering that she was their most precious treasure. There was no way anyone could claim she had stolen her family's fortune.It was all nonsense fueled by Natalie's jealousy and bitterness."You know exactly why Ford Corporation fell apart," snapped the HR manager. Her voice was dripping with disdain. "It was because of you."You seduced the vice president, broke up his marriage, and then stole his ex-wife's position. You pushed Ms. Sharp out of the company and into the arms of Hardin Group."If it weren't for you, she'd still be with Mr. Ford, negotiating deals and representing Ford Corporation at the financial summit. But no, you had to play the homewrecker and act like the victim. How shameless can you be?"The other employees, who were quietly observing the confrontation, began to murmur in agreement. They knew something felt fishy and suspec
Regretful Tears Won't Bring Her Back Chapter 687
"That idiot Natalie left?" Charles clicked his tongue. "Apologies, I have no idea what got into her. She insisted on causing trouble for you."Charles' casual apology was devoid of any sincerity.Liesel lowered her gaze slightly. "Every department at Ford Corporation has cameras. You knew I was coming today, and you knew Natalie was a ticking time bomb."Charles had anticipated Natalie's outburst and let it happen. Like an owner unleashing a rabid dog, he waited until Liesel dealt with the mess before sauntering in with his hollow apologies.Charles' polite smile faltered. "We both know how these things work. No need to spell it out. As long as we're both clear, that's enough.""I'm not the type to swallow my pride, so you'll have to endure a few unpleasant truths." Liesel chuckled dryly.Charles' eyes narrowed. "Elijah must really be treating you well. You've gotten bold.""Or maybe I've always had an attitude problem," Liesel shot back. She had always been like that. It was on
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"Who do you think it is?" Liesel's voice was calm. "Could it be Matthew? The same man who's tried to screw me over more times than I can count?"She didn't bother to sugarcoat it.Matthew was Jacob's uncle, the man who helped raise him after his father died. For a while, Jacob even saw him as a father figure and idolized him.Charles' expression darkened as he stared at Liesel.Liesel hit the mark.Matthew was the real culprit. He'd funneled Ford Corporation's funds into offshore accounts, stolen corporate secrets, and sold them overseas to buy influence and connections. Every last crime was traced back to him.Jacob wanted to protect Matthew, so he needed to sacrifice Drew.Drew had probably guessed it was him. That's why he'd sat in that interrogation room, silent as a stone."What a bastard. Are there any decent people left in the Ford family?" Liesel laughed.Charles' face grew darker. "Ms. Sharp, some thoughts are better left unsaid. Mr. Ford is an honorable man. He'd nev
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"You're as arrogant as ever," Charles muttered. "I guess we're ending this on a sour note today."Liesel ignored him, leaving nothing but the sharp outline of her retreating figure.On the other hand, Charles felt a weight settle in his chest. It wasn't going to be easy from now on.He'd assumed Liesel would know better than to get involved. They could've kept to their lanes, but she'd proven him wrong.Charles would have to deal with Drew sooner rather than later. If Liesel really started digging, they'd uncover things that could burn Ford Corporation to the ground.His gaze shifted to the phone sitting on the table, which was still connected to an open call. "You heard all that, didn't you? This isn't me refusing to help Matthew, I just can't. You know what Liesel's like."On the other end of the line, Edward rubbed his temples. "I'll handle it. Thanks for trying."The two weren't on friendly terms. Charles had called Edward the moment he knew Liesel was coming to Ford Corpora
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"You know how it is. It's always hard to strike a deal between two smart people."Charles laughed.He knew that when Liesel suggested a partnership with Ford Corporation to manufacture anti-cancer drugs, it was actually a huge trap.Liesel and Howard were both researchers. Who could say for sure that after they gave Ford Corporation the drug formula, they wouldn't refine the drug further and make something even more effective?Considering Liesel's and Howard's intelligence, there would undoubtedly be a more potent version of the drug. However, Liesel would never choose to continue working together with Ford Corporation. Therefore, he had decided to ask for a mile. He had asked to collaborate on the artificial intelligence project.It wasn't that he was being greedy.It was because Ford Corporation wasn't the same as it had been a year ago. He had to tread very carefully to avoid falling for someone's scheme again.Without Liesel and Drew, there were many tasks that only he and
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"Do you not want to hug?" Liesel cocked her head at him. "Don't think I don't know you. I bet you already wanted to kiss me and hold me the moment you spotted Jacob. Otherwise, you wouldn't have tightened your arms around me."Hadn't Elijah done that to send Jacob a message that Liesel belonged to him?Having been together for so long, there wasn't anything that she didn't understand about him."In that case, thank you for giving me a chance and playing along." Since he couldn't think of an excuse, he just came clean. There was even a look of amusement on his face.He pulled her into his arms affectionately. She also hugged him back, like she was a child staking her territory."Should we add some more spice and kiss?"This was really becoming more and more provocative.Why not?A smile appeared on Elijah's face, as if he was saying to her, "Bring it on."And she did. She peppered Elijah's face with continuous pecks. Then, she yanked on his collar, like she was claiming him as
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From a short distance away, Jacob could see Elijah's arm curled around Liesel's tiny waist. She seemed very dependent on him as she lay in his arms listlessly. It was a stark contrast to the way she behaved in public with other people.Whether it was with reporters or business partners, she always seemed like a steady pillar of strength. She was graceful and calm, but there was a hidden sharpness within her.Anyone who interacted with her could feel the hidden threat that was lurking inside of her.Yet, the Liesel now seemed to have shed all the sharp spikes on her body, revealing only the soft insides. She appeared gentle and submissive… Or rather, she only showed this side of her to her lover.He should have been the one to get all of this.He should have been her lover.He was the one who'd thrown all of this away. All he could do was watch as Elijah purposely pissed him off.He was a man too. Of course, he knew that Elijah was doing it on purpose.Of course, he resented Eli
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Elijah seized Liesel's wrists while chuckling coldly. "So what if you're someone's wife? If I wanted you, all I'd have to do is tell him. Then, he'd definitely have someone clean you up nicely and send you straight into my bed."He lifted her chin with his finger. "Do you think that your husband is a decent man? Do you think that he'd disobey me for you?"Liesel swallowed. She was enraptured by the look in Elijah's eyes right now.He nibbled on her ear while patting her panicked and pale face. "If you're obedient, I'll treat you well. If you're unwilling to play along and make me happy, I'll kill your husband and lock you up in my home. You'll never see the light of day again."Stripping off her clothes, Liesel bit his earlobe and whispered, "It's such a waste that you didn't go into the acting industry with Chelsea."Elijah chuckled quietly, letting her hands roam all over him. They left a trail of fire in their wake. When he was all riled up and ready to go, Liesel suddenly hugg
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Liesel left.Charles gazed at the still-warm cup of tea on the table. There was a chilling look in his eyes.This was one of the times he'd made the wrong move.After walking out of Charles' office, Liesel wasn't surprised to see Jacob. However, she didn't even stop and simply walked out.He trailed after her leisurely until she was nearly out of Ford Corporation. Just as he was about to call out to her, he heard a cheerful, gentle voice calling her name."Lili, I'm here to pick you up." Jacob's eyes darkened. When he looked up, he saw Elijah sitting in a wheelchair and smiling at Liesel.Liesel didn't mind at all that he was a cripple. With a grin on her face, she crouched down next to him. Then, she grabbed his hand and placed it against her cheek.Jacob's chest clenched when he saw that. It felt like arrows piercing his heart.Liesel could still feel Jacob's eyes on her, but she didn't care. She even pecked Elijah lightly on the lips in front of Jacob. Then, while pushing
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"Charles, even though we worked together for three years, you still don't understand me at all."Liesel tapped her fingers against the desk. While it was quiet, it also sounded indescribably threatening."Have you not seen what happened to Dash?"If someone tries to snatch something from me, not only will I make their wishes come true, but I'll also make them pay the price."You can only take what I give you. If you insist on snatching what I'm unwilling to give… then you will find out the price you'll have to pay."She grinned, but it carried an obvious iciness.Dash was indeed the best example.He had tried to snatch collaboration opportunities from her, so she squashed him. And that wasn't all. She also bought his land and assets from him for dirt cheap.Dash tried to steal her data and establish his own vehicle manufacturing plant in Draskia, so she simply chased him and all his businesses out of Draskia.Anyone who tried to plot against her and steal from her suffered hor
Regretful Tears Won't Bring Her Back Chapter 794
"If you have something that even Jacob doesn't, you must be very loyal to him.""Thanks for the compliment." Charles chuckled quietly. "Of course, I am loyal to Mr. Ford. It's because I'm loyal to Mr. Ford that I kept the evidence just in case."If Matthew decided to betray Mr. Ford one day, then I could use this to retaliate against him. After all, you also know that Matthew is far from a nice person."Jacob placed a lot of importance on Matthew because his parents had passed away early, so he'd been raised by Matthew and Vincent since he was younger. He ended up viewing Matthew as somewhat of a father figure. His love for his family had ended up blinding him, making him unwilling to bring harm to Matthew.However, Charles was different. He didn't have any significant feelings toward Matthew. He only cared about protecting Jacob's interests.Matthew was a selfish person who only cared about his own interests. This was why Charles had gone against Jacob's orders and kept the evi
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If it had been Elijah who'd done this, what would Liesel have done?Could she still be so righteous?However, Jacob's words only made her stifle a laugh. Without even turning around, she said sardonically, "If Elijah was this kind of person, then I would never have gotten together with him."Whether it comes to family or lovers, first of all, they should have the right principles. They should know what they should or shouldn't do."Even a child can tell what's right from wrong, but an adult like Matthew doesn't know where to draw the line. Jacob, one day he will pay the price for everything that he's done."In the end, Jacob didn't stop her from leaving.He couldn't help but clench his fists. His eyes darkened.Liesel had always been strongly opposed to evil. Making things worse, Drew was the scapegoat for Matthew's misdeeds this time.Over the years, Jacob had already gotten Matthew out of trouble countless times. He was getting tired of it.He really wanted to call out to Li
Regretful Tears Won't Bring Her Back Chapter 792
Natalie wanted to destroy Ford Corporation as soon as possible.Once there was a new leader in Ford Corporation, would Jacob still be so arrogant?Natalie laughed coldly. Then, she remembered the words she heard in the hospital, and her expression frosted over.She thought that since she was already in the same boat as Edward, and that Edward might become the future leader of Ford Corporation, she could go for him instead.After all, Edward was tall and handsome. In her eyes, he wasn't inferior to Jacob at all.However, she never thought… that Edward already had a lover, and that it was his sister, Ophelia, of all people.Till today, she still remembered how that bitch, Ophelia, had once insulted her because of her background. To defend Liesel, Ophelia had mocked her for being a bastard child.How come Ophelia deserved to be with Edward? They were siblings! Even if they weren't related by blood, they had still grown up as brother and sister. Weren't they afraid of getting expose
