Roger Arison leaned back haughtily and swept a smug look at the other bidders. After getting the biggest cheat from Gillian, how won’t Roger make full use of such a big advantage? The Albrecht company is one of the biggest companies, and the Albrecht have easy access to top-notch information. Roger can't help thinking that he had hit it big, and there's just a little while left before he raises the Arison company to a high level. Even higher than the Albrecht. The thought of overwhelming the Albrecht and standing at the top made Roger's heart itch so much with eagerness. According to the information in the document Gillain had gotten from Roger Arison, that piece of land was situated in a developing part of the city. Moreover, it is said that that part of the city has many different types of tourist centers and beautiful scenery that attracts foreigners and citizens alike. Moreover, the land was close to the road, and there were lakes, beautiful birds, butterflies, scen
The driver hurriedly stretched out his hands and picked up the document. Immediately, he handed the document to Roger. “Master, the address of the land is here, and I have perfectly followed it. The land brought us closer to the outskirts of the city. Master, please take a look.” Roger Arison’s expression changed, and a bad premonition began to pervade his mind, making his whole system become tense. Immediately, he snatched the document from the driver’s hand and began to go through it. In the next minute, Roger Arison’s expression changed, and he came to a realization: he had been schemed against. That darn Gillian! That darn auction! They had played him. The auction mentioned that that piece of land was situated in a developing part of the city, close to the part of the city that has many different types of tourist centers and beautiful scenery that attracts foreigners and citizens alike, etc. But it turns out that it was all lies. The land had developed into a waste forest
The instant Roger Arison cut off the call after letting out a belly full of fury, Gillian’s eyes flashed and her lips curved up in a sinister smile. Gillian lowered her phone and returned it to her bag, her eyes crinkling. Such a useless father. Roger had repeatedly pushed Gillian unreasonably without having even an iota of remorse in his heart. Roger Arison had believed that he'd keep having the winning arms, but will Gillian ever let him? Never. Not only was Roger Arison very selfish; but had Gillian agreed to steal a proper document for Roger Arison, Gillian knew Roger planned to have Gillian in the palm of his hand. From then on, Roger Arison will keep the document and use it to threaten Gillian, force Gillian against her will, and make her succumb by threatening to reveal that Gillian had done such a heinous thing of stealing a document in Augustus' office to the Albrecht family and the netizen. Certainly, Gillian will be scared and will want to prevent Roger from
A disparaging smile crept on Gillian's face; her eyes reddened with tears, her shoulders trembled, and her body shook. Even though it was just a few minutes that had passed, Gillian's face had turned wan and her body had turned so frail it was as if she had turned 10 years older and she could be easily swept by breeze. Gillian laughed ruefully and grabbed the glass of alcohol tighter. How hilarious! How hilarious how everything eventually ensued! When Gillian received the news of how the bidding with Roger Arison had ended, a surge of joy infiltrated Gillian's system, and she couldn't help believing that the world was beginning to get on her side. But it turns out it was a joke. It was all a joke. Of course, what was Gillian thinking? The world had always been on the lookout to fuck Gillian up without giving her the chance to take her breath. She had rejoiced too early. She had… In the end, Roger and the Arison family were the ones with the last laugh. Upon realizing
A dark mark ran from beneath the mask down to the man's chin, adding to the man's ruggedness and intimidation. His unique, pleasant, and musky scent fiercely invades one's nose pleasantly The man was so impeccable and otherworldly that the only person Gillian can compare the person to was the billionaire Augustus Albrecht before he became retard. Suddenly, Gillian shook her head and snapped out of her thoughts. What was she thinking? Had her Augustus not become a retard, his aura will surely be fiercer, and he’ll definitely be more handsome than this annoying person. Upon seeing the stranger’s blue eyes and recalling his accent, Gillian knew he must be a foreigner. Only that Gillian doesn't know which country he's from. This person is otherworldly handsome; unfortunately, when he parts his lips, he's far from handsome, and he has such a poisonous tongue. He's certainly not worthy to be compared to her Augustus! Immediately, Gillian lost the desire to talk to such an
Gillian's hand balled into a fist, and her chest heaved and fell, her face reddening with indignation. It was enough that those people dared to spout shit behind Augustus' back and in the media. How dare that cynical scumbag who came from heaven-knows-where stand in her presence and spout shit? So what if he’s wealthy? So what if he looked peerless and outstanding? So what if he looks scary? Gillian won’t take nonsense from whoever. As long as they dared to face her, then she’d give them the response they deserved! Gillian believed that Augustus was not a bad person and he would heal one day. That jerk. He’s such a bastard. Originally, Gillian was sad, but now she was so infuriated by what ensued at the club minutes ago. Gillian inwardly promised that she'd do her best and make sure to do everything in her capabilities in order to see Augustus improve and heal. By that time those shameless bastards who dared to shame Augustus will be face-slapped so hard their whole sy
Upon hearing Gillian’s word, Augustus’ brows furrowed in agitation, and his hand holding her tightened. He immediately directed Gillian toward the sofa and made her sit down. “Wife is sick. The doctor will check up on wife.” Immediately, Augustus turned away from Gillian as if wanting to leave. Gillian’s eyes lit up, and her face brightened. Augustus is so adorable. How can he care so much about her? Gillian stood up and wrapped her hands around Augustus from behind; her eyes crinkled. “Young master, you are so adorable.” Suddenly, Gillian made Augustus turn to her. She narrowed her eyes and stared at Augustus knowingly. “Have young master eaten?” Augustus shook his head and stared at Gillian before responding sincerely, “Waiting for Gillian.” Upon hearing this, Gillian’s heart melted, and her whole person softened as if she had just been embedded in honey. Even though Augustus had only let out a response, it was enough to send joy coursing through Gillian’s system. Of c
. Gillian added her book, pen, and necessities into her bag. Once she was done with all the preparation, Gillian slung the strap of her bag on her shoulder and adjusted it. Immediately, Gillian made her way toward the mirror and stared at it to take in her appearance. Gillian wore a navy blue shirt and a plaid black skirt that fell on her beautiful thighs, her long jet-black hair parked in a bun, revealing her beautiful bare face while showcasing her smooth and pale long neck. Gillian picked up her phone from its charging spot. Her eyes fell on Augustus, who had been staring at her throughout the course of the arrangement, and her eyes lit up, her face unconsciously brightening in a sweet smile. Gillian walked toward Augustus, who sat straight on the bed, and she extended her hand to ruffle his hair the way he loved it. His eyes squinted, and his lips curved upward. “Young master, Gillian has to go to the university to study from now on.” Due to the engagement with Luke,
“I have to visit Gillian at the hospital. Calista, hurry up and pack up," Renata conveyed. Her voice was so filled with anxiety that if one didn't know better, one would believe that Renata and Gillian had a very good relationship.“Yes, Mom,” Calista nodded her head and picked up a woolen white scarf, which she wrapped around her neck.Calista picked up her phone and bag and followed Renata out.Calista suddenly paused in her tracks and instructed Butler Leo, "Butler Leo, we will be back soon, so do not shut the door.""Ah, yes, Miss," Butler Leo responded with a bow and straightened his back.Immediately, Calista and Renata got into the car.Soon, the car drove out of the compound.In an inconspicuous part of the mansion, a team of six assassins suddenly appeared without making a sound or drawing attention.They were in black outfits, and their faces were covered in masks, effortlessly blending into the background.They expertly held their silenced weapons and fluidly moved around t
“Gillian.” Roger Arison stepped into the ward and perfunctorily made his way toward the table where the flowers and gifts were placed. He placed the flowers and basket of gifts he had carried along on the table, no traces of concern for Gillian in his eyes.If it wasn’t that not coming to visit Gillian would spark a reaction, he’d definitely not have come to see this cocky wench who ruined his years of hard work. Hmph.But thinking about it, if Gillian hadn’t had an accident, would Willa be capable of using pity to win netizens' hearts and increase the stock price? No.And it was all because of this that Roger had visited Gillian.By showing affection, hopefully, he’d be able to win netizens' hearts and also increase the stock price.As long as there’s an increment, Roger's company situation will turn around, and he’ll definitely be able to win investors again and find partnerships.Upon seeing Irie, who was currently going through her phone while grinning from ear to ear and leisurel
A thin and pretty nurse gently pushed her medical cart toward Gillian's ward. Upon seeing the Albrecht guard, her eyes sparkled with sweetness, no sign of fear or nervousness in them. She gently reported, “It's time for Miss Gillian's treatment.” The Albrecht guard watching over Gillian’s ward immediately eyed the nurse from head to toe, unfazed by her sweet nature. Upon seeing the guard's glance, the nurse suddenly recalled something. She blinked her eyes innocently, smiled sweetly, and explained, “Doctor Ren had an emergency case to attend to, so he sent me to check up on and treat Miss Gillian in his place.” Upon seeing the guard staring at her quietly, her stomach flipped from petrification, yet she tried to appear calm. The nurse tightened her hold on her cart and hurriedly spoke up, “Miss Gillian's issue is urgent. The more we delay, the higher the risk…” “Where's your card?” The Albrecht guard suddenly retracted his gaze and interrupted in a gruff voice, completely unf
The incessant buzzing of Luke's phone made his face wrinkle, and he let out a groan.His hand drowsily reached out for his phone, and he picked it up. He sighed and reluctantly opened his eyes before unlocking his phone to go through it.Soon, Luke realized that he was being tagged on social media.Since Luke and Gillian had once had a relationship in the past, of course, the netizens weren't willing to let Luke go, so they had tagged him, wanting to see his response.Soon, the drowsy expression on Luke’s face disappeared, and he abruptly sat up due to shock. “Gillian had an accident last night?” he pronounced, talking to no one.Immediately, Luke pushed off the blanket from his body and abruptly stood up, revealing his toned and naked body.Upon hearing Luke's words, Ivy's eyes flew wide, and her expression immediately became twisted.She abruptly sat up, causing the blanket on her body to fall, revealing the bite marks left by Luke the previous night.Her hands immediately stretched
A certain news and live broadcast suddenly took over the whole internet by storm that early morning, breaking the internet and shocking netizens.Willa had gone to a temple early at dawn just to pray for Gillian’s recovery. How could the netizens not be shocked?As if that wasn’t enough, Willa even went to donate things to orphans and the needy, as if hoping that such donations would soften heaven’s heart and help give Gillian a speedy recovery.All the media channels that broadcasted this live instantly had a surge of views and endless gifts and comments from fans.At that moment, the netizens couldn’t help being exceptionally touched.They felt that even though Willa had treated Gillian badly in the past, she deserved to be forgiven.After all, who hasn’t made a mistake at some point?The netizens even mentioned that a sweet family couldn’t go without having enmity at some point—otherwise, how would the bond be sweet?Some netizens even commented that they had done worse to their fa
"I got it, Dad. I've sent the details in the files to your mail," Zenaida conveyed to the person at the other end of the call, unable to contain the excitement in her system.Upon hearing this, the voice of the person at the other end of the phone softened, and he praised her. "You've done well, Zenaida. You have done the whole family proud. This time, it's not only Father that owes you; the whole family does. Think of what you want. When you return, you can ask for whatever reward, and Dad will give it to you," he said, his voice laced with sincerity and softness.Upon hearing this, Zenaida's eyes lit up, and her face broke into a sweet smile; her heart began to race, and her thoughts began to spin while thinking of what she could ask as a reward."Thank you, Dad." Regardless of the joy coursing through her, Zenaida steadied her voice and calmly responded.Hearing Zenaida’s calm voice made the man hum in approval. He continued, “You've proven yourself capable enough to take over the
“Gillian, hurry up and open your eyes. You can’t just sleep like this. Hurry up.”Immediately, Willa burst into tears that resounded in the silent ward.Willa wrapped her hands around the comatose Gillian's hand and rested her head next to Gillian, her teary face buried in Gillian’s bed, wetting the bedsheets.Willa's body shook, her eyes red and swollen, her lips quivering, and her body trembling.With Willa's tears and pity-evoking actions, anyone who came across the scene would definitely be touched and believe that Willa and Gillian had a very close relationship with each other.However, one of these people didn’t include Scott.Hearing Willa's endless loud and dramatic wails made Scott very frustrated.The ward was supposed to be quiet, yet ever since Willa stepped into it, it was the total opposite.Scott had to use all his strength to suppress his urge to throw Willa out. Rather, Scott chose to walk out of the ward, wanting Willa to leave before he stepped back in.At this poin
“Gillian had a serious accident?” Upon seeing the news and pictures on social media, Willa abruptly sat up and stopped scrolling, completely ignoring the pain coursing through her. Suddenly, Willa's face broke into a smile, and her body shook with excitement. She felt that this was the best news she had received in a while. Suddenly, Willa's expression changed, and she scowled. “That bitch should have just died.” It'd really have been better if Gillian, that slut, had just died directly—but, well... Willa calmed down. Upon seeing that the incident left them battling for their lives and the accident left no one conscious, Willa felt that this was still better. Especially at such a time when Gillian was about to take over the Albrecht family. Seeing the news post about Gillian taking over the Albrecht company as CEO was enough to plunge Willa’s mood and make her feel sick. That Gillian bitch was just an illegitimate daughter and born out of wedlock. Also, Gillian wasn't born as a
The night was dark and beautiful, and the breeze was gentle enough to put a smile on one's face; the moon shone, and the streetlights lit up the dark city.Except that even though the night was beautiful, the scene at the intersection was far from beautiful.The impact of being slammed by the truck left the car metal screeching, shattered the car glass, and left the headlights flashing.Gillian's body jerked forward due to the force, her head collided with the window edge, and her hand went limp by her side. The shards of window glass and flying debris pierced her skin.Blood oozed from Gillian’s forehead and trailed from her temple down to her jawline, soaking into her suit.Smoke began to rise, and an acrid smell filled the air, polluting the fresh air.The driver's head slumped against the wheel, lifeless, while the guard sitting at the co-driver's seat coughed and tried to regain his consciousness.The guard reached out toward the door despite his weak state, instinctively wanting