Henry snorted at Nathaniel and turned to leave. He knew this was just a waste of time.Nathaniel said from behind, “Mr. Lodge, do you think this is a fake and inferior product anyone can imitate? I can guarantee that even Lily can’t differentiate this from her own candle.”Henry stopped and looked back at Nathaniel. His eyes were full of suspicion.Nathaniel knew Henry would not simply believe his words. He stepped forward, stood two steps away from Henry, and handed him the box, “Lily and I had dated for over five years. I’m familiar with her methods and habits.“Someone I handpicked created this product with much care according to Lily’s methods, habits, and recipe. I can guarantee it will be flawless even if the forensics department checks it with the most advanced equipment.”Henry was still doubtful but began to believe Nathaniel when he saw his confidence, “Are you telling the truth?”“There are still two days left, correct? You can look for someone to test it. Oh, right, b
“Which is where exactly?” Lily was surprised when the car stopped at an abandoned amusement park. ‘Did he bring me here for fun and leisure?’However, she was not in the mood for this at the moment.“Let’s watch a play.” Alexander mysteriously told her these words and took her hand to lead her toward a giant Ferris wheel.Lily was dumbfounded.Edward also got out of the car but did not follow them. Instead, he went in a different direction.Lily was puzzled as Alexander led her toward a higher viewing platform.It should have been an amusement park in the past, but due to the abandonment of the construction, it remained half-built with scaffoldings and other incomplete structures. Although most of the facilities here were half-built, the quality was still decent. At the least, the couple did not feel unsafe when stepping on the structures.Lily wondered what Alexander’s plan was. He brought her here during such hours and even said they were here to watch a play. She stood on the
When she realized that the person had stopped walking, Lily instinctively hid her face. She was afraid of being discovered.“They won’t be able to see you from there with the distance and height.” Alexander, who had been sitting calmly, smiled and got up. He walked to her side and wrapped his arms around her shoulder.Lily glared at him. “You knew that nothing could be seen from here clearly? You said that we’re here to watch a play. Are you testing my eyesight? I’m not a hawk!”Alexander’s smile deepened, and he handed her something, “You are not a hawk, but you have better tools.”When Lily peered down, she noticed high-magnification binoculars. It seemed that he was well prepared! She had grown intrigued by this play and did not want to chastise him about not taking it out sooner. She used the binoculars to look in the direction of the two cars. Under the binoculars, everything was crystal clear.Lily was shocked when she saw the person’s face.“Nathaniel?!” How could it be hi
Henry and Nathaniel did not notice their existence and left after a while.Lily was frozen, her eyes staring into the void before her. For a long while, she stood still, her arms clenched into fists by her sides.Alexander turned her around and hugged her. "We’ll make them pay!"After getting off the observation deck, Edward had already returned to the car. After they were all seated, Edward turned his head and said, "Mr. Russell, I’ve arranged everything.""Good." Alexander nodded.Lily did not ask him what he wanted Edward to do. She was utterly lost in her thoughts.Assuming Henry and Nathaniel wished to start with the scented candles, they presumably wanted to make her defenseless against the claim. The candles must have been identical in both appearance and composition. A replica, however, would always fall short of the genuine article."Does La Beauté Group's branch in Sapphine have materials and instruments for perfumery?" she asked suddenly.Alexander was looking at the
The call connected quickly as if Nathaniel had been expecting it. "Mr. Lodge, how are they? Are you satisfied with the gifts I gave you?""Of course, I'm satisfied. Haha!" Henry laughed, "However, I'm curious, how did you get these things?""We're in a modern society where everyone is a businessman with no secrets. Just be attentive, investigate, and observe more. It’s easy. You returned far too hastily. If you came prepared, it's not hard to find."While bolstering Henry's confidence, Nathaniel deftly avoided discussing where he found the information.Henry, his face beaming, was struck by these words. "Great! Let's be friends. Wait till I take them down. In the future, your problem will be my problem."Nathaniel let out a soft chuckle, anticipating the arrogant response. "Then I'll wait for your good news.""Wait a minute, who have you given this information to besides me?" Suddenly, Henry recalled something, and he asked again.Nathaniel paused. "Mr. Lodge, please rest assure
"What's wrong?" Although Alexander looked calm, his expression showed relief after seeing that Lily was safe and sound. "Are you all right?"Lily shook her head, "I accidentally spilled something.""It doesn't matter as long as you are fine." Alexander glanced at the spilled liquid and said to the person waiting for orders at the door, "Call someone to clean up, and be careful."After a pause, he looked at Lily again. "Is there anything you need to take away before they clean this up?""Here." Lily held two small bottles in her hands, which seemed ready."Can we go then?"Lily nodded. She was already tired. After all, they had suffered all day, and experimenting for a long time was exhausting.The branch manager never expected Mr. Russell to come here. He neither inspected nor wanted them to report their work—instead, he only used the laboratory and left."If you don't like it, we don’t have to go back to the Lodge family residence today," Alexander said when he got into the car.They
“Okay.” Lily deepened her smile as she looked at her phone. It was irony mixed with a bit of sadness.This matter will soon have a conclusion. Then Lily's grandfather would be buried in peace. Everything should have an end, but ultimately, it was a matter of the Lodge family. It was impossible not to be sentimental as they were all from the Lodge family.The back of Lily’s hand felt warm. She looked down and noticed a big warm hand holding her petite hand. Alexander whispered, "Let's end this quickly. I'm sure that your grandfather also doesn't want to see the Lodge family tearing themselves apart."Yeah." Lily closed her eyes as she leaned on her husband. She needed a good rest as she knew there would be a disastrous situation when she got home....Soon the car drove back with the lobby brightly lit, but it did not feel welcoming. Instead, it made one feel indifferent.Lily and Alexander walked side by side into the house. Jonathan sat right in the middle. He raised his eyes and glan
“You’re right. I'm a suspect, but I'm not afraid to be investigated.” Lily looked at Jonathan with a faint smile and continued, "Besides, when it comes to suspects, everybody in this family has a possibility of being the culprit.“Since you oversee our family affairs and are willing to seek justice for my grandfather, so does a thorough investigation. Remember that the three-day due date will come soon. Tomorrow, you have to give me a satisfactory answer."Jonathan was shocked by Lily’s imposing manner and took a while to react. No, she was most suspicious and should be the first to interrogate, but how could he be the one who owed her an explanation?"Lily! Stop quibbling. My reason for not making a big deal of this matter is entirely for the Lodge family's pride. Now that you’ve spread the news and let everyone know about it. What is your intention?!"Jonathan knocked his cane heavily on the floor, making a loud banging sound. "You want an explanation?! Fine. You don't have to wait f