Jacob Cook did not understand. “But why would Mr. Ferguson do such a thing? According to his character, he won’t find trouble with us because of this. This project isn’t considered Stanton Corporation’s most important project, so even if the work is really stopped, it won’t affect us much, so why would he do such a thing?”It was just a waste of effort.If Eric Ferguson wanted to deal with someone, it would be so sudden that no one would know what happened until it was too late.He would not let them anticipate his attack.It would not be like this trivial thing today that they noticed.Nicole also knew that what Jacob said made sense. After a moment of silence, she finally spoke.“Perhaps, it’s not Eric Ferguson’s intention?”Although Eric calls the shots in Ferguson Corporation, he had so many employees under him. The middle and senior management had over a hundred people, so someone was bound to do things on their own accord.Logan and Jacob looked at Nicole in unison.Nico
The voices inside seemed to fall silent for a moment.Those gazes were surprised, appreciative, and amazed.Nicole swept a glance and suppressed the strange feeling in her heart. She finally looked at a majestic-looking old man.She smiled. “Hello, Uncle Leonard.”Old Master Leonard seemed to be stunned for a moment. He then smiled and greeted her.“Nicole, come here quickly. I’ve attended your first birthday party, and now look at you! In a blink of an eye, you’re such a big girl now…”Nicole smiled and politely walked over.It was not important whether Old Master Leonard really attended Nicole’s first birthday party. What was more important was that his attitude was still respectable.Nicole ignored the equally surprised Keith Ludwig on the side, walked over modestly, and smiled.“Uncle Leonard, I’ve wanted to come over to visit you for a long time, but I only show up now. Please don’t blame me for being rude.”Old Master Leonard laughed. He looked like he had seen all sort
The waiter on the side handed over a glass of juice. Nicole said thanks and took it over, then gently took a sip.Keith stood on the side and watched. “Why aren’t you curious that I’m here?”Nicole looked at him calmly.“Why should I be curious?”It had nothing to do with her.Keith choked and suddenly did not know what to say.“What are you doing here? Are you here to ask for help from the Old Master?”Nicole replied, “Mm.”Keith smiled and rubbed his chin. “What a coincidence! Old Master Leonard is my granduncle, so we’re considered relatives. If you need any help, I can put in a few good words for you. Maybe then, you’ll achieve what you want with half the effort.”Nicole raised her eyebrows. “There’s no need for that.”Keith smiled. “I’m just being kind, for Eric’s sake.”“So, you’re saying that you’ll help without getting anything in return?”Keith was quiet for a moment. He pursed his lips, and only after a long time did he hesitate to speak.“If you want to return m
Nicole saw that there were a lot of guests for the dinner tonight.Some were familiar faces, but others were strangers.The political and business dignitaries came over to network without any concerns.It was evident that Old Master Leonard’s status in Sand City was just as good as they said.It was just that Nicole did not expect so many people to turn up to an appointment that she asked Logan to make with Old Master Leonard.However, since this was the Leonards’ territory, perhaps Old Master Leonard had his own plans.Just as Nicole was thinking about this, someone came over and respectfully relayed a message.“Ms. Stanton, Mr. Leonard is asking for you.”Nicole raised her eyebrows, put down the glass of wine in her hand, said thank you, and walked over with the waiter’s guidance.The lights shone brightly. Nicole attracted a lot of attention as she walked to Old Master Leonard.“Old Master Leonard…”Nicole immediately put on a friendly smile as if she was joyful from the
Old Master Leonard turned his head to the side. “Taught a lesson? Is there some kind of misunderstanding? Why would Nicole teach you a lesson?”Autumn gritted her teeth and was just about to speak.Suddenly, Nicole curled the corners of her lips. Her expression was dull and cold. “Ms. Ferguson, you misunderstood. How was that a lesson? Everyone knows that Clayton and I are dating. You keep calling me ‘sister-in-law’ in front of Clayton. You didn’t even call me that before Eric and I got a divorce. Ms. Ferguson, if you’re suddenly so friendly, it’ll make my boyfriend misunderstand the situation.”Nicole knew full well that Autumn was interested in Clayton, but she still unapologetically stated her relationship with Clayton.She also knew very well that Autumn’s animosity toward her was because of Clayton.However, Nicole would not deny the fact that she and Clayton were dating just to please anyone.The air instantly became stagnant for a moment.Keith felt awkward and could not
Old Master Leonard took a deep breath, raised his eyes to look around, and put down the fork in his hand.“In fact, I can’t help much in this matter, but I’ve invited these people for you, so you might as well ask for their opinion.”Old Master Leonard looked at the big names in the current political arena who were present and nodded politely.The head of the approval department smiled.“Old Master Leonard knows very well that this matter looks simple, but it’s actually very tricky. Ms. Stanton, I’m sure you know that the current online public opinion is like a scourge. Once it’s posted online and involves people’s personal interests like their health, it’s simply impossible to resolve it silently.”Another bigwig on the side nodded with a difficult look on his face.“That’s right. It’s also very difficult for us. Unless that reporter comes out to clarify that this is merely rumors that he created, it’ll simply be too difficult to close the case…”“But now, that reporter’s missi
The people in the back continued to discuss in a soft voice.“Ms. Stanton really drank too much…”“There are too many things happening recently, so maybe she’s upset.”“Old Master Leonard, are you really just going to ignore it? No matter what, this project is also under the Stanton Corporation. If Floyd Stanton comes forward, we can hardly refuse…”Autumn let out a light laugh.“How could Chairman Stanton step in so easily? If Nicole can’t solve this kind of trivial matter, it just shows her incompetence. How else can she establish her strong CEO persona in the industry going forward? We’ll just wait and see what happens…”Old Master Leonard said, “You shouldn’t go too far either. I still have a relationship with the Stanton family. If Floyd Stanton contacts me, I won’t continue to make things difficult for his daughter…”Someone from the approval department asked, “Then we’ll continue to drag it out?”Old Master Leonard sighed, then laughed casually.“Drag it out. Nicole’s s
Nicole’s smile faded. Her gaze was clear and cold as she looked at Keith.At that moment, Keith could feel a chill crawl up his backbone.Nicole’s voice was indifferent as she said, “Keith, I was right about you. You’re just a scumbag that can’t think of any good solutions. I really hope Ms. Lehman can be relieved soon and escape from her suffering. I decided that as long as she’s willing, I’ll help her without reservation. I hope that you’ll both separate as soon as possible!”Keith’s expression crumbled slightly. ‘God! I just wanted to give my good brother Eric a chance to start over again. How did I get cursed?!’The feelings that Keith fought for only a while back were attacked without reservation.For a moment, it was as if Keith saw hell.If Nicole really wanted to help Livia escape, the odds were that Keith would not have the chance to meet Livia again in his life.Luca got the driver to drive the car to the front.After Nicole said that, she wanted to walk down the step
Chatty and Fischer had been apart for so long, so they cried when they finally hugged.Fischer could not bear to see her cry.When her sobbing eased a little, Fischer lowered his head to wipe her tears and gently coaxed her not to cry.Chatty took a deep breath and calmed herself down as soon as possible.She had so many questions for him.Seeing that her eyes were swollen from crying, Fischer pinched her cheek and said with a smile, “Do you still want to drink coffee? If you don’t want this, we can go to my place, and I’ll make you a cup of coffee.”Chatty nodded.Fischer let down his hand and naturally held Chatty’s hand. He turned around to pick up her bag and pushed the door open.The waiter at the back was envious that they were such a perfect match.Chatty saw that he was holding her hand and felt as if an electric current passed through her heart.When they were young, Fischer often held her hand. They were inseparable, and he liked her the most.Was he still the same
After Chatty left, Clayton sighed miserably for several days, and Nicole was speechless when she saw this.Life in school was not so boring.Although Chatty had been spoiled since childhood, she was not arrogant or insufferable.Chatty was bubbly, outgoing, and clever, so she was very popular.From time to time, she invited everyone to party in her big villa. Thus, everyone loved her even more.Chatty also enjoyed her time alone.She would go for a walk along the Seine and feed the pigeons in the sunset...However, she always felt that someone was watching her whenever she was alone.Even so, she did not think much about it. After all, her father arranged so many security personnel for her.Maybe that stare was from a bodyguard.Chatty walked alone in the sunset with an ice cream in hand and a limited-edition bag that her mom bought for her. Chatty was planning to send this bag back to Mediania.She was a young and beautiful lady with stunning features, so she was a sight to
Clayton talked to Chatty about studying abroad.Chatty agreed without hesitation.He asked her where she wanted to go, to which she replied that she was fine with anywhere except France.Clayton pondered for a while before asking, “Are you reluctant about France because of Fischer?”Chatty’s eyes turned red.“I don’t remember him at all. Daddy, don’t mention him!”She felt aggrieved.Chatty grew up with him, and he suddenly disappeared one day.It felt like a dream.That person was no longer behind her. Fischer was no longer around.Chatty missed him very much, but Fischer did not even say goodbye.Clayton touched her head and looked at his daughter in distress.“Chatty, now that you’ve grown up, you should know that Fischer had no choice but to leave. He also couldn’t contact you, so if you see him in the future, don’t blame him.”Chatty stubbornly turned her head away, pretending not to care.She was the apple of Clayton’s eye, so when had she ever suffered any grievanc
In the blink of an eye, Chatty grew up.As soon as she graduated from high school, she found a boyfriend.She was also happy to go home and share the good news with Nicole.Nicole did not think much of it. She thought that her daughter should enjoy the feeling of sweet and youthful love.Thus, Nicole asked Chatty about her feelings and did not think she was too serious in a relationship.Nicole felt that she could turn a blind eye to it.However, when Clayton found out, he could not sleep all night.Clayton intended to have a good talk with his daughter.Chatty did not think much of it.“Everyone in my class has a boyfriend. If I didn’t have one, I wouldn’t be able to keep up with the trend! Of course, I have to date while I’m young. Otherwise, it won’t be considered puppy love anymore! Life without a first love isn’t perfect!”Clayton tried to persuade her. “You’re still young. If you see the world, you’ll know that men aren’t great.”“Then is Mommy blind since she’s with y
Another surveillance footage showed that the waiter almost dropped the tray because of the instability of the wine glasses, so the waiter moved the position of the wine glass. However, Jade was unaware of this.The autopsy results came out overnight.Jade was found to be poisoned by potassium cyanide.The ingredients were the same as the small bottle that Jade was carrying.Jade intentionally wanted to kill someone, but she accidentally killed herself.She would never understand which part of her scheme went wrong and why she ended up dead.The police checked the surveillance footage and found that the small bottle was initially dropped by Selena’s aunt.They followed the lead and arrested her.The aunt confessed everything without omission and told the police that she was threatened, so she had to go to the event.However, the aunt did not want to harm anyone, so she took the opportunity of her fall to throw away the bottle of medicine.Unexpectedly, Jade did not give up and
Jade was silent for a moment. Then, she pursed her lips.“I don’t care what method you use. You must get your parents to see Selena. Otherwise, I will make your parents drink this bottle of potassium cyanide.”Jennifer raised her head abruptly. Her face was extremely pale.“Okay.”She spoke in a low voice.The uneasiness and fear in her eyes could not be concealed.......A few days later, the opportunity came.Eric specially brought Selena to attend a charity auction to relax her mind.Moreover, he also bought a lot of jewelry and antiques. Soon, he became the focus of the crowd.After the auction, there was a charity dinner.Jennifer’s parents managed to get an invitation through various channels.Jade was already in the center of the venue. She wanted to watch this good show, but Jennifer’s parents came late, and the crowd dispersed when they arrived.Jade was furious.If they missed this opportunity, how long would they have to wait for the next opportunity?The Stan
When Selena talked about Nicole and Eric, she had a smile on her face, and there was no concern or disgust in her eyes.It was probably because Selena felt that Eric had left his past behind.Eric would never approach Nicole again, and they each had their own lives.Nicole smiled. The gemstone bracelet in the box was shiny and beautiful. It was extravagant with each carefully crafted gemstone. There was a kind of wild and exquisite beauty to it.Nicole shook her head and could not help but laugh.“I liked collecting these a few years ago, but I’ve restrained myself now. Thank you, I really like it!”Selena took the initiative to give her a gift, which showed that she did not mind Nicole’s past with Eric. They just laughed it off.Nicole wore the bracelet on her wrist. It was indeed very beautiful.Selena smiled and was very happy to see that Nicole liked it.“The past is in the past. Let’s forgive each other, okay?”Nicole nodded with sore eyes.“It’s a pity I didn’t prepare
Jade’s rudeness made Floyd’s face darken.Nicole twitched the corner of her mouth indifferently.“The shares of Stanton Corporation belong to the Stanton family. Back then, Uncle Noah signed his shares over to the company so that he would only enjoy the dividends. Now that he has left the company, he will not be able to enjoy the dividends. Aunt Jade, your plan has failed. These shares aren’t part of your property division. Even if they are to be divided, the interests of the company come first.”Jade’s complexion was dull.“Then what should I do? If he goes to jail, how will I survive? I don’t care! Those shares must be given to me! Otherwise, I won’t rest!”Jade sat there looking like a rogue, as if she was determined to get the shares.Floyd’s face was gloomy, and he glanced at Jade with a complicated look.“You should go back and wait for the police and the company’s notice. Noah stole hundreds of millions of dollars from the company. The company is nice enough not to chase
Jade’s face turned pale.“You should try both, or at least find a reliable lawyer to get him less jail time.”Nicole could not help but chuckle.She interrupted their conversation.“Aunt Jade, in fact, you came at the right time. We’re here to discuss how to rescue Uncle Noah!”Jade glanced at her in surprise and disbelief.“Then… What did you discuss?”Clayton smiled inexplicably. His warm gaze fell on Nicole, and he looked like he was watching a good show.Nicole sighed.“Actually, we have consulted a lawyer. The worst-case scenario is the death penalty. After all, he killed two people. But there is a way. Uncle Noah was married to you back then, right? As long as you come forward to testify that Uncle Noah has been with you all the time, so he didn’t have a chance to commit those crimes, there may be a glimmer of hope!”Jade’s face turned pale instantly, and she stood up in shock.“You… You want me to give a false statement? How could I? This is illegal!”Nicole sneered