"Isn't discussion part of doing business? If you don't think it's fair for me to want half of the profits, Ms. Lara, we can discuss this further. It's impossible to think that we can close a deal in just a single meeting." Angeline smiled as she lifted her teacup. "I'm in no rush. You can take a look at the proposal first."Angeline may not be in a rush, but Lara was desperate. Angeline was deliberately putting on a show. Since she already promised Monica that she would bring her into the fold through the project team, she had to keep that promise. Lara would definitely turn down Angeline's proposal if this were mentioned to her.If Angeline initially set the bar high for Lara but gradually lowered them, she could still achieve her goals."As far as I know, Ms. Lara, this project needs a substantial amount of capital. Rather than have Scott Incorporated work together with multiple smaller companies, why not join hands with us, Lawson Global, instead? Our income streams guarant
Lara's father tapped the desk. "Have you discussed this internally? What did they say?""Yes." Lara smiled. "Upper management also agreed that working with Lawson Global will be better than working with a few other smaller companies. That way, we'd be guaranteed steady funding. Although we'll need to let them have a share of our profits, they'll also be sharing the risk. Lawson Global's contribution will greatly aid this project.""Alright!" Lara's father nodded. "You have complete say over this project. You make the final call!""Then, I shall get someone to draft the agreement." Lara got up. At the sight of her father frowning in hesitation, she spoke again. "Don't worry, I won't let you down.""Just do what you have to do."Lara felt a lot lighter after she left her father's office. She then ordered her assistant to start writing the agreement for Lawson Global."I need it immediately!" Lara pointed out. "I don't need another wrench in my plans.""So, how much
Angeline's heartbeat quickened as the garage door rolled down."What's wrong?"Sean's lips curved into a smile as he leaned in closer to her. He reached out to tuck her hair behind her ears as he asked in a low voice, "When I asked you where you were going for lunch, I was asking you if you were going to eat nearby your office or if you were going to eat at home. What else could I have been asking?"Angeline's face burst into flames as her breathing grew chaotic. She had to admit that her mind was in the gutter when Sean asked her earlier this afternoon. She had misunderstood him entirely then.When he saw Angeline's flushed face, he instantly understood her thoughts. So, he reached out to pull her in for a kiss.Robert had been standing outside with his cane in hand. He watched in shock as Sean kissed his granddaughter.Asher's eyes widened with shock as well. Reflexively, he reached over to support Robert's weight. "Sir."At the sound of Asher's voice, Sean turned his head
But this time, Angeline wanted to be brave for Sean. Although she wasn't mentally prepared and she hadn't figured out what to say to Robert, she couldn't keep cowering behind Sean. She didn't want Sean to be jealous of her past relationship with Ned. She was also capable of giving her all for Sean.Sean was taken aback. He knew Angeline very well. He had wondered if she would agree to Robert's demand for them to break up if Robert brought this up. This was because she treasured the Lawsons and Lawson Global. Sean had even been prepared to tell Robert that he was the one who forced Angeline into this relationship.Sean felt an uncharacteristic prickle behind his eyes as he gazed at her. "You're willing to stand up against Mr. Lawson Senior, just for me?"Angeline's nervousness flared up as Sean looked at her. He stared at her as though he was trying to bore a hole through her. She gripped Sean's hand hard as she nodded. "Let's go!"Sean couldn't stop himself from pulling Angel
"Mr. Lawson Senior, perhaps you should first hear what they have to say!" Asher requested on Sean and Angeline's behalf."Let me ask you this..." Robert looked at Sean. "Is Angie one of the reasons you want to leave the Lawsons and Lawson Global? Apart from the reasons you gave me last time?""Yes." Sean didn't hesitate.Robert gripped his cane as he laughed. "Wonderful, you two… Such a good stepson you are, and what a good granddaughter I have!"Angeline paled when she saw Robert stumble backward with a hand to his chest. She and Asher immediately dashed over to hold him up. "Granddad—"Robert shook her hold off."Please, Mr. Lawson Senior, take a seat while I fetch your medicine." Asher helped Robert into a chair before rushing upstairs to retrieve his medicine.Robert's hand remained on his chest as he glared unblinkingly at Angeline before glaring at Sean. "When did this start? How long have you been hiding this behind my back?""About four or five years…""S
Robert's breathing became rapid."Wow! That's great!" Robert thought sarcastically to himself.It turned out that his adopted son had already slept with his granddaughter, and he knew nothing at all, like a total fool."You two… You two…"Trembling in anger, he said, "Do the both of you even realize you're family? Now that you two—my adopted son and my granddaughter—have children together, how do you expect them to live their lives when the news spreads? "How will I face anyone after this? The Lawson family's reputation will be ruined, and both of you are the culprits!"Sean looked at Robert, who was on the verge of losing control and said, "That is why I will leave the Lawson family. Let Sean Lawson disappear from the surface of this Earth.""That is unacceptable!" Robert retaliated, his voice raised. "I will never allow you two to be together! Do you still not realize what you will face after leaving the Lawson family? If you want the best for Angeline and the kids, you mus
"Take her out of here! Are you deaf?" Robert yelled at Asher.Afraid that Robert might accidentally hurt Angeline, Sean quickly got up by supporting himself on the coffee table, pulled her into his arms, and dragged her to the kitchen."Wait here," he said, comforting her while holding onto the back of her head. "Be good."He then looked toward Asher and instructed, "Watch her until I return."Asher nodded in acknowledgment. After Sean left to return to the living room, he said to Angeline, "Ms. Angeline, I've been working for Mr. Lawson Senior for decades. So, please heed my advice. The more you try to defend Mr. Lawson now, the angrier he will get."Based on his character, he will surely hear you out, but you must let him let off some steam first."Remembering the cane that landed heavily on Sean's back earlier, she closed her eyes and held onto the kitchen counter to support her weight. She pursed her lips, her heart brimming with many regrets.She had forgotten her place
Robert was so enraged that he staggered backward and raised his cane high up in the air before striking Sean on the back again.The force of the blow made Sean lean forward, and he had to grab the edge of the coffee table with one hand to steady himself. Gritting his teeth, he remained on his knees."You disregard propriety and integrity! You disregard the Lawson family! You also disregard the safety of Angeline and the two children!" Robert shouted, his teeth clenched. "Are you now even disregarding me, your father?""Mr. Lawson Senior, I appreciate your nurturing…"Sean hadn't finished speaking when Robert struck again with his cane. His eyes welled up with angry tears as the address provoked him "Mr. Lawson Senior"."Mr. Lawson Senior? Hah… I've truly raised a good son—a son who commits incest and shamelessly tries to whitewash himself!" he stormed, pointing at Sean with his trembling hand."If you insist on being with Angeline, then… then get out! Get out of the Lawson fami