Harriet knew Delbert was worried about her. She opened her mouth and, despite the pain in her throat, managed to utter several syllables with difficulty."I‘m—fine!"It wasn't until then that Harriet noticed both of Delbert's eyes were swollen.He rarely looked so disheveled, and each time it was because of her.After trying to say something again and again, Harriet suddenly realized that her voice was hoarse and her throat was sore."Great, I’m glad you're fine," Delbert responded with a voice just as hoarse."Delbert, I'm okay... sorry... I made you worry."If it hadn't been for her recklessness in going out alone, she wouldn't have encountered Vernon and been kidnapped by him. Delbert was very worried about her safety.With red eyes, Delbert shook his head, "No. Harriet, it's not your fault!"Then the others also expressed their concern for Harriet. However, due to the wounds on her body and the sedative effects of the antibiotics in the IV drip, Harriet didn't have the s
At that moment, he felt as though his heart had stopped beating. A multitude of icy chills sprouted within him, and a suffocating sense enveloped him.He dared not think about what he would do if Harriet had really been killed by Vernon... If he lost Harriet again, he might kill himself too!With that thought, Delbert abruptly closed his eyes again, casting the idea aside.No!As long as he was there, nothing would happen to Harriet!In this life, even at the cost of his own life, he would protect her well!And the greatest threat to her wasn't Nora or Vernon but someone lurking in the shadows behind them.The mysterious power from Imperium – he wouldn’t let that person off!Anyone who dared to harm Harriet deserved death!Afterward, Delbert cleaned himself up properly before heading to the company. After dealing with all matters, he set off for the hospital to see Harriet.But when he reached the door of her ward, he found that he lacked the courage to enter.Because it w
Ben was surprised.If he remembered correctly, Delbert’s grandmother, Mrs. Carlson Sr., seemed to be in Imperium.But there was no recent news about Mrs. Carlson Sr. having an accident, and besides, Delbert and Mrs. Carlson Sr. didn't get along, even he knew that. Why would Delbert suddenly go to Imperium?What about Harriet then?!After some consideration, Ben still asked, "Mr. Delbert, did something happen to Mrs. Carlson Sr. that makes you suddenly go to Imperium?""Ben, I don't want to say it a second time!" Delbert frowned, exuding an intimidating aura.Delbert's warning gaze made Ben's heart race, and he quickly lowered his head, "I'm sorry, I'll go right away!"After booking the ticket, Ben sent Delbert to the airport.Before leaving, Delbert was still worried about Harriet and lightly instructed Ben, "Remember to take good care of Harriet!"Ben quickly nodded and said, "Of course, Mr. Delbert, I’ll do my best!"...After waking up, Harriet learned from Ben that Del
It was pitch black in front of Harriet and she couldn't see anything at all."Huh? Did Molly and the others not come?" Harriet looked around in confusion at the pitch-black surroundings and muttered to herself.Could it be that everyone was standing her up on her birthday?Harriet tentatively called out, "Opal? Selena?"But apart from the chirping of insects from the surrounding bushes, there was no response."Opal? Selena?"She called out again but still got no answer.Harriet had always been bold, and such a scene only made her more curious.With curiosity driving her forward, Harriet turned on the flashlight on her phone and confirmed that no one had responded before resolutely walking towards the villa.What were Molly and the others up to? They had asked her to come back early today and said they wanted to celebrate her birthday, but now there was no sign of them.As she walked through the hall, Harriet felt depressed."Harriet, happy birthday!"All of a sudden, a voic
Inside the hall, it had been decorated as a romantic birthday party scene.Hanging from the crystal chandelier above were many blue starlight bundles, which, together with the lights, formed a brilliant blue starry river.Blue was Harriet's lucky color and her favorite color, and the starry river... was also her favorite.When Delbert set up the scene, he must have put his heart into it.But clearly, there was more to it than that. The scene was filled with pink heart-shaped balloons, bright roses, floating ribbons, making the hall seem like a dreamy fairy tale world.In the center of the hall hung a shining sign that read "Harriet, Happy Birthday.""Wow..."Harriet tightly covered her mouth, trying hard to control her emotions.Since her mother's death, she hadn't celebrated her own birthday for many years.She had almost forgotten what it felt like to have a birthday!At this moment, facing the birthday surprise prepared by Delbert himself, she felt a lump in her throat and
Yuri's next move was to lean in close with his scorching breath, gently brushing against Selena‘s ear.The cream from the corner of his lips stuck onto her ear, slowly melting, just as her heart did."Yuri, what are you doing? Have you lost your mind?"Selena's face blushed with embarrassment. She quickly pushed him away before frantically rubbing her ear, but only smeared the cream all over her hands. As a result, even her hands were scorching hot."Just a joke. Why so serious?"Yuri appeared completely serious, though even he didn't know what had come over him just then. He just suddenly felt like teasing Selena."A joke?" Selena felt ashamed for blushing, somewhat angrily glaring at him, "Yuri, you're dead meat!"The two of them quickly started chasing and play-fighting with each other. Even the atmosphere between Molly and Marc was at a teasingly ambiguous moment. It seemed that ever since Marc found out that it wasn't Molly who drugged him at Nora's birthday party, someth
The R&D department staffer was interrupted by Blake and stopped talking, then glanced at Blake and Harriet."Continue!"Harriet ignored the opinions just expressed by Blake and Jared.They were just two clowns in her eyes. She didn't take them seriously at all!"Harriet, if you decide everything in the company yourself, then what do we need these shareholders for? You might as well make decisions on your own. Why bother having us sit here just to watch you play?"Blake was infuriated by Harriet's attitude of completely disregarding him and ignoring him in front of so many people in the conference room.Jared was startled by Blake's sudden outburst.Coming to his senses, he also spoke up sarcastically, "Harriet, when your parents were still alive, they would show some respect to those present. You're just a girl. Are you trying to unseat all of us?"In just a few words, Jared positioned Harriet against the entire company.If Harriet insisted on continuing the meeting without co
Chapter 421Blake thought that Jerry would firmly stand by his side. After all, he had promised Jerry many benefits. But in the end, Jerry betrayed him.The people sitting below were all making their own plans."Let's have lunch first and continue the meeting in the afternoon," Harriet said, glancing at her watch.The R&D department had been presenting their plan for over two hours already.Although the details were well thought out, if the presentation went on for too long, even the shareholders wouldn't be able to pay attention anymore.It would be better to give them some time to rest.Afterward, the shareholders dispersed."Jerry, don't forget that we're on the same boat," Blake snapped once the door was closed.Harriet had disregarded his reputation and challenged him in front of so many shareholders.And Jerry, who had always been on his side, spoke up for Harriet.Blake couldn't bear it.Unfazed, Jerry turned around and sat in the VP's chair."Blake, you're too naïv