Helen hung up without waiting for Ned's response.On the other end, Ned listened to the phone's hang-up tone and finally hung up after a moment's pause.Trevor looked at him. "Was that from Vitality Biotech?""Has Vitality Biotech told us when Mr. Reilly will return our call?" Ned looked up at his assistant. "Mr. Reilly's assistant said that he went to Lawson Global to discuss a project this afternoon, and he'll call us back when he's done," Trevor said. Ned's fists clenched, and he pressed his thin lips together tightly.He wondered if it was indeed Angeline."Stop waiting around!" Ned picked up his phone and stood up. "Vitality messaged us and said that it would be an online meeting. Other than that, we'll have to prepare for the worst!"The worst outcome would be having to pay Vitality Biotech another 30 billion, as stipulated in the contract.Fletcher Corporation didn't have that kind of money. They would have no choice but to declare bankruptcy. Vitality Biote
Ned's words hurt Ingrid. She sniffed. "I haven't stooped so low that I need a woman's help!" he snarled. "Just be concerned about yourself!"Ned hung up. Knowing that Angeline had blocked him, he drove straight to Lawson Global and waited patiently for her. He saw Danny winding out of the building, skipping happily to his car before he left. Ned exited his car, lighting a cigarette as he gazed at the building silently. He thought he and Angeline would stay with each other forever. He never expected them to drift so far apart. Fletcher Corporation was where he began, but his business remained stagnant despite his many years there. Angeline, on the other hand, always seemed incredulously competent. She had nothing besides Sean's support when they first divorced. Not only did she become a mother, but she also established Vitality Biotech Group in just four years. The group had grown so formidable that even Marvonia was wary of it. Ned's fingers trembled slightly as he drew th
"No. I have to stay with you," Lenny insisted, unwilling to release the umbrella.Angeline glanced over at a cafe on the sidewalk. Three minutes later, she and Ned were sat across from each other at the cafe. His gaze was fixated on her as he struggled to maintain his composure. In a hoarse voice, he began, "Congratulations—""Did you come all the way here to congratulate me?" Angeline brought her coffee near to her lips. "I remember I told you to stay away from me. I find it very annoying."His grip around the coffee cup tightened as he asked, "Did you establish Vitality Biotech Group?"The million-dollar question finally struck Angeline. Having no intentions to hide it from him, she nodded. "Yes. Did you come to beg me for Fletcher Corporation?"Ned felt different hearing her admission directly compared to hearing it from the grapevine. His eyes grew red as a smile spread across his face. He said earnestly, "Angie, you've always been very talented. I weighed you do
Fortunately, karma found Tommy well. Angeline made sure that he received the treatment he deserved in prison. Now that the Yates family was at their end without Ned's protection, every day would feel like torture to Tommy. Lenny drove Angeline away, and Ned no longer pursued them. He stood exasperated in the rain, letting the rain drench his hair and suit. He finally picked up his phone after it rang for the sixth time. As he listened to Trevor ramble on about his conversation with Vitality Biotech Group at the other end of the phone, he croaked, "Apply for bankruptcy."Trevor paused. "I'm sorry, Mr. Fletcher, but I don't think I heard you properly. Beg your pardon?""You heard me. Begin the bankruptcy proceedings!" Ned hung up immediately. He thought there was no longer any reason for them to continue struggling. He'd resorted to giving up because he had no other options. Fletcher Corporation had floundered once before, and they couldn't afford to fail once again. Vita
Lenny spun around, only to find Angeline, who was dressed in her casual clothes. He blurted, "Ms. Angeline, please head in first.""No!" Brayden smirked. "I finally got to meet you, Angeline. Why don't you let me in?"Angeline's gaze swept past the two bodyguards shadowing him and returned to him again. "I've no idea how you came up. To my knowledge, Grand Court Residences has strict security measures. Non-owners aren't allowed to enter.""Well, isn't that a coincidence! I live just below your floor. I haven't been back for ages, but I climbed two flights of stairs to come here once I learned you live on the top floor. But this brat, Lenny, is stopping me from ringing the doorbell." Brayden seized the chance to complain to Angeline.Watching her amused expression, he slapped his head in realization. He extended his hand hastily. "I forgot to introduce myself! I'm Brayden Green, and I'm… Shane's best friend before the Lawson family adopted him. Night Palace's a small joi
Brayden's smile was unwavering as he stirred in his seat. "Also… What will you do if Mr. Lawson Senior discovers his adopted son and granddaughter are dating? He'd be fuming. This is incest!"The Lawson family is bound to be criticized for this. As one of the oldest prominent families in Krontos, this is a blow to the Lawsons. I'm certain the old-fashioned Mr. Lawson Senior won't take it well. The same goes for Ms. Jessica."Brayden did a thorough investigation on Angeline. He deduced her relationship with the Lawsons from his findings, how Sean treated her, and how he'd been trying to get her to join the family. He had to hit her in her sore spot right away if he had to persuade her. She cared for Robert and Jessica, who was legally her foster mother. "Plus…" Brayden's voice trailed off as he uncrossed his legs, propping his elbows on his knees. As he busily skimmed through the photos on his phone, he remarked, "You seem to be on friendly terms with your ex-husband, that F
"I invited him in," Angeline interrupted with a comforting smile. "Lenny, you can go back and rest now.""Go. There won't be a next time," Sean said."Noted!" Lenny replied. He turned around and flashed a smile at Angeline before leaving.Sean's phone rang the moment the door closed. Answering the call, he loosened his tie and strode toward the couch. Angeline was perceptive enough to take his jacket and his watch dangling from his fingertips from him. He grabbed her wrist promptly before she could leave. Startled, she stared at him, who was still in the middle of a call. Her heart raced as his gaze fixated on her. As he averted his gaze, she returned hers to his hand that was clasped tightly around her wrist. She had a soft spot for his slender fingers. She could barely stop her heart from hammering her chest. "You can't reduce the budget to expand the R&D center. However, the funding isn't limited, so have Mr. Jenkins handle this independently. That's it."Sean plopped
Sean was jealous of Angeline's past relationship with Ned. His envy for Ned, who received such passionate love from her, overwhelmed him. He wasn't sure whether her love for him weighed more than what she once harbored toward Ned. He felt pathetic for being incapable of mustering up the courage to demand an answer from her, afraid that her answer wouldn't be in his favor. Breathing heavily, he fixed his gaze on her as he devoured her in a kiss. He pinned her down on the couch, exploring every inch of her with fervor. Angeline felt dizzy from the lack of oxygen. Yet, she endured Sean's passionate kiss like a shaky leaf, portraying no intention to reject him. Her submission soothed him and gave him leeway to go further. He finally released her when she was on the brink of suffocating. She panted vigorously as she grasped onto his shirt. Cradling her flushed face, he planted soft kisses on her lips, eyes, and nose, treating her like a precious jewel. "I'm jealous. I envy your