Rhett noticed that other than her voice being a little hoarse, she seemed perfectly fine, so he did not say anything.Besides, Luca was their superior. If she said it was fine, as subordinates, they only had to follow orders.After taking a seat, Luca was about to check the data when a researcher came into the laboratory with a thick stack of documents. The researcher walked up to her. “Dr. Craw, the data from phase three of the clinical trials is out.”“So soon?” Luca took the stack. She thought that the data would only be done after the new year.“Yes, they’re speeding things up because it’s the end of the year, which is why they sent us the data now,” said the researcher.“Okay, I’ll look at it later. If possible, let’s have a meeting at three o’clock.” Luca put the documents aside and planned to look through them during lunch.If there was nothing wrong with the data, they could start preparing for the launching of the drug.“Alright, I’ll have Ms. Davis prepare the meeting
Luke handed her the rice. “Don’t think too much about it. Eat first.”Luca looked at him properly. “Mr. Crawford, aren’t you worried?”Although she was the one who betrayed the data and information in Dr. Albus’ case, this general manager did not seem to have good intentions at the time either. However, she was quicker to make a move, so it did not have much to do with him.“When the time comes, some people will let the cat out of the bag, but until then, what do you think he’ll do?” Luke asked.“Oh no…” Luca stood up.“What is it?” Luke tilted his head slightly to look at her nervous expression.“I suspect that someone in my research group is helping the general manager, but I already had Ms. Davis print out the data report of phase three of the clinical trials. Now, everyone has a copy in their hands,” Luca said.Luke put down his utensils slowly. He was not concerned about the data at first, but after seeing how concerned Luca was, she would not be able to eat in peace if he
“Your worries have been settled now, so just eat,” said Luke.Luca had to stop bringing it up as she knew that talking about it more did not mean that he would take action.…The lunch break was over.Luca then prepared for the meeting about the drug launch with the researchers.Before the meeting started, she scanned through the data and found out that it was much better than expected.Most of it was Shank’s blood, sweat, and tears, so of course, it would work out well.Just as Luca entered the meeting room, Zoey came over to report, “Dr. Craw, there’s an important meeting at Watson that you have to attend.”“When?” She asked.“An hour from now,” Zoey replied.“So urgent?” Luca frowned as one hour was just enough time for her to get there. If it was really an important meeting, they would have notified her in advance.Without any advance notice, it was just an urgent meeting at most.Luca then linked this meeting to the phone call she received from the general manager this
Before Rhett could ask any further, the general manager walked in with his gaze locked on Luca.Luca met his eyes for a moment, then averted her gaze to look at the computer screen.Dr. Linwood looked at the general manager with a frown on his face.The reason why he asked Luca about phase three of clinical trials data was because of the general manager.His clinical research always did not perform well, so the general manager talked to him alone and asked him to learn from Luca’s clinical research data. Although it was a different type of drug, he thought that he could still learn something from it, so he agreed.Dr. Linwood was quite happy at first as he had one more piece of data to learn from, which would help him in his research.However, after Luca’s reminder, Dr. Linwood felt that something was not right as the data was crucial for the drug launch.The general manager sat on the chairman's seat and discussed the meeting agenda.“I gathered everyone here because the year
When she returned to the office, there was only half an hour left before it was time to get off work.Luca called for a quick meeting to make rough arrangements for the next step.Half an hour later, the meeting ended.She received a message from Tommy after returning to the office.[Ms. Luca, our teacher said we’re on holiday now. When will you be on holiday?]Luca was surprised when she saw the message as the kids’ winter break had started early this year.When she was still Bianca, she would go home as early as possible to spend time with her children even if she had work.She would occasionally bring them along with her too and let them play in the office. That way, it would be easier for the nanny at home as she would not have to do house chores while taking care of the children.Now…Luca could not take the children with her, and her leave from work was not until next week.She replied: [I have to wait until next week for my holiday. You have to listen to Aunt Neile whi
“Well, there’ll be more work and business at the end of the year,” said Luca as her heart ached when she found out that he was busy.He was busy for the sake of the Crawford family, yet she could not do anything to help.Right now, she could only take care of the children for him…Aunt Neile picked up a piece of beef and cut it while asking, “By the way, what kind of New Year’s goods did Old Master Crawford bring?”“Some decorations and ornaments,” Luca answered.“The New Year’s atmosphere is very important to Old Master Crawford. When I used to work in Crawford Manor, I would clean the house inside out and decorate it with festive lights, ornaments, and more. Old Master Crawford would also have us prepare a huge feast on the first two days of the new year. The must-have dishes were essential. Otherwise, he would be mad,” Aunt Neil said smilingly.“Really? I haven’t spent New Year’s in the country for some time,” said Luca as she did not expect to have this opportunity.“By the
Luca wanted to let the kids relax for a bit and not rush to finish their homework.However, she thought that she might kill their motivation to do homework and perhaps become lazy in the future, so she let them go upstairs and do their homework.The kids did not need her to stick with them to guide them, so she went into her study and continued her research.The antidote she was researching was almost ready, and when she was free during the new year, she would be able to analyze all the ingredients and do the rationing.Time passed quickly when she was busy. The timed alarm on her phone rang, and only then did she realize that it was half-past ten.After standing up and stretching, she quickly left the study.Luca first walked up to Luke’s bedroom to take a look. He had not come back yet.It seemed like he was still working at T Corporation.She then walked to each of the kids’ bedrooms and gently pushed the door open. After seeing that they were all in bed, she returned to her
On the other hand.In Percy’s mansion.Percy held Nina’s hand and went to the cloakroom.“What are you doing bringing me to the cloakroom in the middle of the night?” Nina looked at him smilingly with a tender look in her eyes.“To pick out clothes for you,” said Percy as he opened the closet.Nina noticed that there were many new clothes inside, so she asked in surprise, “Did you buy these for me?”“Yes, these clothes are suitable for more special occasions, so I had someone send a few pieces over. Have a look and see which one you like?” Percy said. He understood Nina’s style. If she was not working, she would wear more casual and comfortable clothing.However, those clothes were not suitable for a dinner party.“What special occasion…” Nina looked through the clothes. The clothes he filled the closet with were festive and seemed like they were for more formal occasions.“A birthday party,” said Percy as he picked a pink one and held it in front of Nina.The pink color made
“You don’t need to remind me. I was going to check anyway.” Abel shot Luca a chilling look.She took a step back and stayed silent.Abel turned to the pale-faced Hera and said, “If you’ve got low blood sugar, get up and eat something.”“I’ll eat now,” Hera replied, sitting up.Luca handed her the takeout.Abel glanced at the food and then frowned at Luca. “Why didn’t you make breakfast this morning?”“I was busy,” Luca explained with a calm indifference, her expression unwavering. She showed no fear, even under Abel’s questioning.Hera suddenly found herself admiring Luca. Everyone feared this man, yet Luca remained composed even when facing potential punishment. Not just anyone could pull that off.At the thought of this, Hera opened the takeout and kept quiet.Abel narrowed his eyes, glancing between Hera and Luca. His gaze was not exactly gentle as he muttered, “Stop eating this junk. It’s bad for you.”“I know, babe. Just this once. After this, I’ll have what Luca cooks f
Hera panicked the moment she heard that. “I trust her!”Luca and Shanks were both watching her.Hera repeated herself, saying, “I trust her, okay? What kind of treatment does she need? I’ll cooperate with anything. But what about Abel…”“I’ll tell him it’s just to help improve your overall health,” replied Shanks. Then, he turned around, opened the medicine cabinet, and started preparing the prescription.Hera let out a sigh of relief. As long as Abel did not find out about her health condition, that was all that mattered.If he knew she was unwell, he would send her back to A City. Without free medical help and no way to make extra money, she would be in serious trouble.“Thank you,” said Hera.“Wait outside,” instructed Shanks.“Okay.” Hera carefully stepped out.Luca, however, remained where she was, waiting.While preparing the medicine, Shanks asked, “Do you know which acupoints to target for her?”“Yes,” Luca replied confidently. As long as she checked Hera’s pulse, sh
“There are a lot of issues.” Luca did not hide anything and handed Hera the phone.Hera looked at it and frowned.“I can't understand any of this.” Hera felt dizzy just looking at the text, let alone the long list of medical terms. It was giving her a headache.“Look at these summaries and indicators. Compare the values on top with the normal values at the bottom, and you'll see what I mean,” explained Luca.Hera did not trust her. Therefore, Luca decided to let her see for herself. Seeing it with her own eyes would prevent any doubts later.Luca pointed out how to read the test results, and after a moment, Hera managed to understand the report. Her face turned pale. “How can there be so many problems?”She looked at Luca and questioned, “Did you fake this?”“I don’t have the power to make the medical center fake anything. Besides, the report has the medical center’s official stamp. If you don’t believe me, you can go directly to the medical center and ask for the official cop
“I heard from the boss that he's coming because of Vivian.” Gale paused for a moment before adding, “But never mind, you don't seem interested in her affairs anyway. I'm just letting you know he's on his way.”Gordan frowned. Ray was coming for Vivian?What could that ugly woman possibly need?“What do you mean by that?” asked Gordan.Gale smirked. “If you and Ray meet, that’s bound to end in a fight. And since you can't win against him, you might want to mentally prepare yourself, or better yet, find somewhere else to stay. It’d be safer that way.”Gordan's expression darkened. “If you have nothing nice to say, just zip it.”Gale grinned, clearly pleased with himself like he had just hit a sore spot.Gordan exhaled sharply. “Of all times, why is he coming to A City now? He’s just making things worse.”“It can't be helped. Vivian's situation is urgent.” Gale covered his mouth mockingly after he said that. “Oh, right. I forgot you don’t like hearing about her.”Ray wanted to br
Luke sat in the villa, staring at Luca’s message.He was worried.For a moment, he considered calling her, but then he remembered that there were surveillance cameras everywhere on her side. He dismissed the idea immediately.Her safety came first.Luke reminded her: [Take care of yourself. Don’t worry, I’ll handle everything. Just focus on keeping yourself safe.] The worry in his heart refused to subside, but at this moment, there was no better solution.“Boss, you’re worried about your wife, huh? If you really can’t stand it, we can sneak you in again during the next shift change, just like last time,” said Gale.It had been his idea last time.Now, the real Lucius was still locked up in the basement of the villa.It had been nearly a month. Luke had forced him to take the antidote Luca had recreated. The man was still alive, proving the antidote worked perfectly.“That plan is too risky.” Luke put his phone away. His gaze was dark and thoughtful.“Risky, sure. But at lea
Luca had not expected Abel and Shanks’ relationship to be like this.It seemed Abel still did not trust Shanks.Shanks continued, “Abel isn’t someone who trusts people easily. He doesn’t trust anyone. You think he’s devoted to Kassy now, right? That’s just his obsession. He's allowing Kassy to receive my treatment, but if it were him… No matter if he were blind or crippled, his safety would always come first. If he were seriously injured, maybe he’d accept treatment, but he definitely wouldn’t do it right away.”Luca stayed silent. Shanks really understood Abel well.Abel did not trust anyone—not even Kassy.Calling him paranoid would not be an exaggeration.Luca felt like they were getting off-topic, but she had never seen this side of Shanks before.In her mind, he was always buried in his work at the lab, only leaving for meals and sleep. Other than that, he was practically never outside.The lab was like his home…“Are you troubled by Hera’s situation?” Luca asked directly
Hera was startled by Luca's words.The refusal that had been on the tip of her tongue suddenly got stuck in her throat.“I…” Hera hesitated, feeling conflicted. Leaving Abel might not be such a bad idea. At least she would not have to live in constant fear.She was finally realizing how unpredictable his moods were. At first, she thought it did not matter as she could still look at other men. She just had to ensure there was no physical contact. In reality, even if she so much as glanced at someone, Abel's expression would darken with anger.It was frustrating. Now, the only person she was allowed to look at was Gerald. Still, what was the point of just looking at Gerald?At that thought, she lifted her gaze to Luca.Luca added, “I’ll give you five minutes. If you refuse treatment after that, I’ll take the medicine back to Mr. Shanks and won’t try to convince you again.”Hera's heart tightened. She did not even need five minutes. She had made her decision within 30 seconds.“I’
“If Abel finds out that Hera's body isn't suitable for organ donation to Kassy, what do you think he'll do?” asked Shanks.He already knew the answer, but he still wanted to hear Luca’s thoughts.“He has invested a lot of time and money in Hera. If he gets nothing out of it, he won’t let her off easily,” Luca said bluntly.Luca and Shanks were on the same page.They did not have a good relationship with Hera, but they had no intention of ruining her either.Hera’s personality was unpleasant, but that was not enough for them to hate her so much that they wanted to see her suffer.“What methods do you think he’ll use?” Shanks asked again.Luca was silent for a long moment.Shanks already knew the answer, yet he still wanted her to say it out loud.After thinking it over, she finally said, “There are plenty of ways he could go about it, but no matter what he chooses, Hera’s fate is sealed. She’s as good as dead…”She lowered her gaze, her tone firm and certain.Shanks nodded.
Hera heard that Luca had returned and immediately went to find Shanks. She narrowed her eyes.That woman went to see Shanks. Could she be talking about her?The thought made Hera uneasy. She had a nagging feeling that something was wrong with her medical report.However, when they left the medical center earlier, Abel asked Luca when the report would be ready, and she said it would be available tomorrow.Hera turned to Gerald and said, “Take these back for me first.”“Alright.” Gerald carried the bags as he walked away. He could not help but wonder what exactly Hera bought. These bags were really heavy!Only after Gerald went upstairs did Hera slowly make her way up as well. Her room was on the third floor, but she stopped when she reached the second floor. She glanced around to make sure no one was watching before heading toward the laboratory.The door was closed.Instead of knocking, Hera pressed her ear against it, trying to eavesdrop.However, the laboratory was special