When Ned heard that Angeline was also present, he pulled his hands out of his pockets, and his eyes flickered. Sherryn's face fell. "Angeline is truly something. She made Sean take her to Mr. Lawson Senior's birthday banquet." "It seems that Mr. Lawson Senior was the one who asked her to come." Zachary frowned and rebutted her. "Besides, Mr. Lawson Senior seems to like Angeline very much." Sherryn was stunned. She gripped her purse tightly and gritted her teeth. "How did she manage to play up to him so fast? She is efficient!" "Mom!" Ned was angry. "Angeline isn't like that! I don't like it when you make such comments about her. If you say another word—" "Ned!" Zachary saw the security looking in their direction, so he hurriedly pulled Ned back. "Mrs. Fletcher, you should mind your words. This place is full of the Lawson family's people. If Mr. Lawson Senior finds out, he won't forgive Fletcher Corporation easily." Sherryn felt embarrassed, for her son had talked back to he
Ever since he had regained his memories, Ned would find himself sinking into them from time to time. He frowned and looked away quickly. Robert's voice was loud and clear. "The main purpose of the birthday banquet today isn't really to celebrate an old man's birthday, but to introduce my granddaughter, Angeline Lawson, to everyone. I won't bore you by speaking about how amazing she is. However, for the past few years, Angeline has been establishing her company abroad. Now, it's time for her to come back and take over the family business with Sean."Angeline Lawson. Robert had officially adopted her, and now her surname was Lawson, not Emmerson. The directors and other elders of the family, who were close to Robert, grinned as they clapped. It was obvious that Robert was delighted. "I'm very happy that Jessica has a kind and intelligent adopted daughter like Angeline. Even after I pass away, I don't have to worry that there'll be no one taking care of Jessica. Of course, my g
Ned's breathing was slightly erratic as he tightly gripped the wine glass. His nostrils flared slightly, and tears glistened in his eyes as if they would flow out at any moment.Robert stood proudly and joyfully beside Angeline. After finishing his speech, he descended from the stage with Angeline's support and took his seat at the main table.Sherryn's gaze followed Robert and Angeline intently. She was almost squeezing her own legs blue with anxiety.Turning around, she asked Ned, "Is Angeline's child really not yours? I thought you had regained your memory. Haven't you remembered anything?"Ned's heart ached when he heard her words. The thought that he had drugged Angeline and made her sleep with another man, resulting in pregnancy, filled him with a desire to die.He tugged at his tie. "Weren't you the one who looked down on Angie for being from Emmerson Village? What now? Are you regretting making me divorce her after seeing her become Robert's adopted granddaughter?"Robert
"But—"Before Sherryn could rebut, Sean interrupted, "After Ned and Angie got into an accident during their wedding day, the Fletchers paid for the surgery and then abandoned Angie when they found out she was likely to become a vegetable."Now that Angie is part of the Lawsons, how can you have the nerve to come and ask Lawson Global to help Fletcher Corporation?"Sherryn's face fell. Everything Sean said was right."If Angie weren't alive today, Fletcher Corporation would've been gone long ago." Sean's voice was deep. When he saw the security guards patrolling nearby, he waved them over.The head of the security team quickly came over. "Yes, Mr. Lawson?""This lady isn't a guest today. Please escort her out," Sean said indifferently."Sean! Aren't you afraid I'll expose your relationship with Angeline? Aren't you afraid people will say that you schemed to make Angeline a member of the Lawson family because you want to take over the Lawson family's fortune? What if Mr. Lawson Se
Monica and Angeline went to a lounge, where the Lawsons had prepared for guests who were tipsy from the alcohol. Angeline sat across from Monica, pouring coffee gracefully."Ms. Monica, are you here to talk to me as Sean's fiancée or as the daughter of the Scott family?"After Angeline poured the coffee, she presented a turquoise cup to Monica."I'm here to talk to you as Scott Incorporated's Vice President of Operations and as Monica." Monica smiled as she picked up the cup and took a sip. "I know that after Mr. Lawson Senior's birthday party, you'll be entering Lawson Global as the vice president."Actually, Monica had been watching Angeline closely in the hall. She had hurried to catch up with Angeline when she saw her leaving.For years, Monica had been competing with her sisters for inheritance rights.She didn't have support from her uncle's family or the board of directors, nor did she have her mother's favoritism. Over the years, she relied solely on herself to carve out
"I want to sell land No. 3 to you in hopes that you can help persuade Sean to marry me as soon as possible," Monica added.Noticing Angeline's silent reaction, Monica smiled and continued, "I know what you're thinking. To outsiders, Sean appears to be your elder, but in reality, you're competitors."I believe that Mr. Lawson Senior let you join Lawson Global with the intention of having you and Sean compete to see who would ultimately be his best successor. You're worried that once Sean and I are married, we'll become enemies.""I don't have that concern," Angeline replied.Because she knew that Sean didn't actually want Lawson Global.And for Angeline, if it weren't for Robert, she wouldn't have joined Lawson Global. After all, having Vitality Biotech Group was already enough for her.However, Monica, who didn't know the truth, thought differently. She was merely speculating about Angeline and Sean's relationship from the perspective of an aristocratic family."Yes, you and Sea
Monica smiled as she lifted her cup. "Even if we haven't reached a consensus on collaboration, I really like you and approve of your abilities. I'd be honored to be your friend."Angeline also lifted her cup. "It's my pleasure to be friends with you, Ms. Monica."The two exchanged a smile and drank their coffee. Monica then stood up with a smile. "I should go back to the party now, lest my sisters catch me here. Oh, and… I'm sure that after you join Lawson Global, my sisters will come to talk to you about collaboration."Angeline naturally understood. In the eyes of outsiders, Monica and Sean were on the same side, and Angeline seemed like Sean's competitor. Naturally, Sean's and Monica's enemies would want to work with Angeline."Since we're already friends, if you plan to work with my two sisters, remember to let me know." Monica smiled. "Let's have coffee another day.""Sure." Angeline nodded.When Monica came out of the lounge, she was startled to see Sean standing at the doo
Sean ran his fingers through Angeline's long hair. He pressed his palm against the back of her head, deepening their kiss. It became increasingly intense and dangerous, as if he wanted to devour her completely. He gradually lost control, and his actions became rough.Angeline pressed against Sean's chest and turned her head aside. Her chest heaved as she gasped. "It's Granddad's birthday party today. Don't let anyone see us together."If anyone found out that they were together at Robert's birthday party, it would shock Robert and undoubtedly bring criticism to him.The guilty pleasure made Angeline's heart beat anxiously.Panting, Sean used his fingers to wipe away Angeline's lipstick which was smudged by their kisses. He whispered, "Mr. Millstone said that Dad has prepared a gift for you. He asked me to take you to see it.""Okay," Angeline responded. Almost instinctively, she reached out to help Sean straighten his wrinkled suit. "You go back to the hall first. I'll be there so