Gerard was intrigued to hear this.He also noticed the changes in Eric.This was a good opportunity, so Gerard wanted to find out why Eric treated Selena differently.“Yeah? So, what kind of man does your boss like?”The waiter saw that Eric and Gerard were not ordinary men, and they looked like they had a good temper, so he said a few more words.“My boss hasn’t accepted anyone yet, but those admirers just keep coming for my boss. My boss doesn’t want to lead them on either and made herself clear. She welcomes customers to the bar regardless of whether she likes them or not. But she won’t give any discounts or open a tab because we’re running a business.”Gerard could not help but smile. He adjusted his glasses and looked at Eric.“Interesting! Your boss is really eye-catching, huh?”Eric snorted coldly.“It’s because you don’t know her.”The waiter did not like listening to Eric’s subtle insult, but he did not retort and only pursed his lips.The waiter thought, ‘My boss i
Eric’s voice was cold as he said, “I came here to talk business, unlike you. You can go back first. Come and see me at the office tomorrow morning.”The corners of Nathaniel’s mouth froze as he thought, ‘I still need to book an appointment to get scolded?’However, Nathaniel had no other choice because Eric called the shots in the Ferguson family.Nathaniel sighed, shook his head, and left.Eric watched as Nathaniel completely disappeared at the door.Only then did he retract his gaze and look dubiously at Selena, who was sitting there.Selena tilted her head and looked at Eric with a faint smile. Her eyebrows were raised, and her cheeks were slightly flushed because of the alcohol.“Mr. Ferguson, are you satisfied with my attitude?”Eric stood there. “Why aren’t you curious about my relationship with him?”Selena pursed her lips. “He told me a long time ago that his second uncle is the president of Ferguson Corporation. He showed me his trump card as soon as he came here, so
Selena instantly regretted coming over. She also had the urge to pour the entire bottle of wine on Eric’s head.However, she kept telling herself that this wine was too expensive.Gerard, who was sitting on the side, smiled gently and looked at Selena.“You’re not bothering us, Ms. Nelson. We were just talking casually. It’s not very important. What’s the matter?”Selena’s complexion improved slightly. She looked at Gerard and smiled.“Since Mr. Ferguson is our regular customer and brought you over as a new customer, I’d like to welcome you here with this bottle of wine as a gift…”Gerard’s eyes lit up, and he took it over with a smile.“Thank you, Ms. Nelson. How do you know that this is Mr. Ferguson’s favorite wine?”Selena’s face froze slightly. She glanced at Eric dumbfoundedly.“Huh?”Gerard laughed and said, “You probably inquired about it in advance, right?”Selena was speechless as she thought, ‘No, I didn’t!’Gerard patted Eric on the shoulder.“Look at Ms. Nelson
Switzerland.Clayton’s birthday was still a few days away, but Nicole could not wait to take everyone to Switzerland.The reason was that she fell in love with a ski resort and wanted to buy it as a birthday present for Clayton.The air in Switzerland was fresh. The place was quiet, cold, and white all around.Clayton bundled up, walked with a cane, and held Nicole’s hand.Kai and Julie were behind them. One of them carried Chatty while the other held Fischer’s hand.The four of them looked more like a family of four.The driver came to pick them up.The temperature in the car finally warmed them up.Clayton stuffed the heated pouch that was in the car into Nicole’s hands and touched her hand.“Are you still cold?”Nicole shook her head and could not help but sigh.“It wasn’t so cold in the past few years. Why is it so cold this year?”Kai laughed. “Because you’re old and not so resistant to the cold anymore!”“Shut up—”Nicole and Julie scolded in unison.Age was a tab
It was very unexpected to meet Lance here.As far as Clayton knows, Lance dominated the market share in Central Mediania in a short period of time. Many others felt a sense of crisis when Lance expanded his business territory in such a short time.Lance put all his energy into his career.Nicole and Clayton once talked about it.Without Yvette, Lance would become a wealthy but lonely old man.However, Lance might forget about Yvette one day. When the day comes, he would not be lonely anymore.They respected Lance’s choice no matter what and would help him fulfill his dreams.They all had a close relationship with Yvette, but only Lance shouldered the eternal pain after Yvette died.They could still live a normal life and pretend that Yvette was away on a business trip.However, Lance could not do that.After Clayton’s incident, Nicole could fully understand the heart-wrenching pain that Lance felt.It was a hundred times more painful than skinning a person alive. It also too
Clayton stroked Nicole’s hair, knowing that she was not in a good mood. The two of them just sat on the sofa hugging each other while looking at the scenery outside.To be honest, Nicole was happy to see Lance. She was glad that he was trying to come out of his grief.However, when she saw that Lance was so thin like a skeleton, she inexplicably panicked for a moment.Thus, Nicole suggested having a barbecue party in the evening. She wanted everyone to gather together and be happy. At least, it was better than Lance staying by himself.For a moment, Nicole could understand the dead stillness in Lance’s eyes.He had no hope for life, but he still tried his best to live.However, his lover was no longer by his side. It was even more tragic that Yvette died in front of him.Thus, even if he acted as if nothing was wrong, it was still indescribably painful to breathe.In the evening at sunset, it was colder.The light shone through the thick clouds, forming the Tyndall effect. It
Nicole smiled. “I thought you were drunk and was planning to see what you look like when you’re drunk!”Clayton lowered his eyes and was silent for a moment before he looked at her.“I’m not drunk. I won’t let you take care of a drunk man.”Nicole was his precious wife who should not have to suffer.Nicole turned around and was about to say something when she saw that his eyes were bloodshot, deep, and dark.She paused slightly and reached out to caress his eyebrows.“What’s wrong?”Clayton looked at her with gloomy eyes. His thin lips were pressed into a straight line.“Nothing. You’ve worked hard. Do you want to rest?”Nicole nodded.When Clayton saw the dazzling green bed sheets, his expression changed immediately.Nicole did not know what the problem was, so she took a change of clothes and went to the bathroom.“I’ll go and take a shower.”Clayton pursed his lips. “This color...”Nicole looked back. “What’s wrong with the color? You don’t like it?”“Yeah… I don’t li
Fortunately, Clayton was beside Nicole. He carried her to the bathroom.“Come, let me help you.”Clayton was out of control last night and felt a little guilty, so he was extra caring and meticulous toward Nicole today. He even wanted to brush her teeth for her.Nicole was a little annoyed at his clinginess and urged him to get some clothes for her.Clayton left reluctantly.Soon, Nicole came out looking refreshed.She paused when she saw the clothes that Clayton chose for her.It was a plain turtleneck dress.How could she ski in a dress?Nicole looked at Clayton, perplexed.Clayton touched his nose. “I thought you don’t have the energy to ski today, so why don’t you stay in with me?”Nicole had no choice but to do so.What a pity!She wasted one day of her ski trip.After getting dressed, she suddenly thought, ‘Did Clayton do this on purpose? He must have been envious of me skiing yesterday!’When the two of them went downstairs, Chatty and Fischer had already started
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