A senior executive who was reporting froze in place, looking at Reginald with panic written all over his face.Oh no, did he say something wrong? Were the performance metrics insufficient? Was the management not stable enough? Did he mispronounce something? What to do...He looked to Ben for help, and Ben, standing there, cast him a glance. The senior executive seemed on the verge of wetting himself.The entire conference room was on edge, everyone glancing at each other, unsure where to put their hands and feet.Meanwhile, Reginald, oblivious to the small-scale tsunami he caused, continued examining the incoming call, completely unaware of the turmoil he stirred.The call was about to be disconnected.Reginald raised his gaze, showing impatience as he looked at the anxious crowd. "Still here? Should I invite you out one by one?"Did they all want to stay and eavesdrop on his phone call?Ben, standing by, softened the tense atmosphere with a gentle tone. "Today's meeting ends here. I
"Hmm," Heloise admitted calmly, "because I've been wanting to do something, and today, it's finally happening.""Really?"Jane and Harriet didn't ask what it was, they just felt happy for her.As the sky began to brighten, Heloise arrived at Imperial University. She walked through a series of paths, carrying a bag, slowly making her way into the grand auditorium that could accommodate fifty thousand people.At this moment, the auditorium was empty, with only a few dim lights illuminating the vast space.Heloise stood at the back, the highest point of the seating rows, hands resting on the backs of the chairs on either side, overlooking the entire auditorium.This place would soon witness the final act she scripted for the Brook family.Footsteps echoed.Abel, with silver hair, and two brothers panted as they ran towards her, handing her a golden microphone.Abel looked at her. "Aunt... no, Sister ThankGod, I've completed the task you assigned to me."Sister ThankGod...That's what he
Next to Coral, someone engaged her in conversation, and Coral responded attentively, not holding Darnell's hand or displaying any overtly intimate gestures.With everyone in their seats, the auditorium lights gradually dimmed, leaving the stage illuminated.The curtains were slowly drawn back, revealing Brady walking confidently to the central podium in the bright lights, embodying the demeanor of a future decision-maker for the PHOENIXFELL Empire.Amidst enthusiastic applause from the entire audience, Brady began his speech.Simultaneously, numerous live broadcasts spread across the internet.Brady, being well-versed in public speaking, delivered a witty and humorous address, earning thunderous applause from the university students.Pleased with the effect, Brady concluded his speech passionately an hour later, "The PHOENIXFELL Empire will undoubtedly stand at the pinnacle of the world, and the students of the PHOENIXFELL EMPIRE will be the elites at the summit of the world!"Another
Brady stood there with an unpleasant expression, veins popping on his forehead. What was Heloise planning to do?Heloise casually sat down in a chair facing him, one foot resting on the chair's crossbar. Her behavior was unrestrained yet lacked any ruffian demeanor, remaining clean and refreshing.Her clear eyes focused on Brady as she raised a megaphone, "Can you hear me clearly now, Senator Brook? Or do I need to get even closer to you?"Brady instinctively covered his ears, almost deafened by the megaphone."I swear, this is amazing!"The students below were astonished by Heloise's actions.It was the first time they witnessed someone using a high-pitched megaphone to ask questions during a politician's speech."This student, you are not following the rules by doing this," a staff member rushed onto the stage to pull Heloise down.Remaining calm, Heloise effortlessly twisted the person's arm, causing them to yelp in pain. With an innocent look, she turned to Brady, "Senator Brook,
Reginald leaned back in his chair, the high-quality fishing rod set aside, while his slender fingers played with a smartphone.His complexion wasn't looking great, especially considering there hadn't been the fourth or fifth call today. No calls at all.Did that damn woman think he could run wild just because he wasn't around?Reginald gritted his teeth, a dark shadow casting over his eyes. Not only did he ignore anyone trying to talk to him, but he also paid no attention to the fish that might be biting.After waiting for a while, Reginald crossed his left leg over his right, then switched, and then switched back again.Suddenly, he picked up his phone and dialed Heloise's number.The call went through, but it was like dropping a pebble into the ocean—utter silence.Fine.Very well!Reginald dialed again, and Ben hurried over, "Mr. Wordsworth, there's big news.""Get lost!"Reginald frowned impatiently."It's about the young lady from the Hyacinth Garden," Ben quickly added.At the m
Upon hearing Heloise's words, Abel took the lead and shouted loudly, "Brady is trying to escape! Brady is trying to escape!""No running! Explain yourself!"The students stood up one after another, shouting loudly.Ignoring Heloise, Brady hurried to leave. Heloise, holding a high-pitched megaphone, continued in a cold voice, "I understand now. Senator Brook, you are now Reginald's soon-to-be father-in-law. It seems you are openly committing crimes relying on this status."These days, she had been observing the actions of the Brook family with a cold eye.Since the kidnapping case, Brady and Coral still took advantage of the fragile relationship with Reginald. However, they forgot that the relationship with the highest financial group in the PHOENIXFELL Empire was a double-edged sword for them as father and daughter.After all, the most daring to challenge authority were a group of fearless students.As expected, as soon as her words fell, all the students became more excited. Those in
Heloise, originally a small insect used to ward off disasters, should not have died, and the calamity was brought about by the Brook family."Oh... oh."Coral nodded repeatedly, trying hard to remember Brady's words, her eyes turning unusually red, tears streaming down."Listen." Brady leaned in and whispered to her, "If it comes to this point, dealing with Heloise, you go find Darnell, let him marry you. Among the young masters you've been involved with, only Darnell has good character, genuinely cares for you, and the Smith family's influence is not small. If the Smith family is willing to support me, I might still get out. Do you understand?"But this chance is extremely slim, and it all depends on whether Coral can win over Darnell."..."Upon hearing this, Coral suddenly remembered what Heloise had said in front of Darnell, mentioning that she would soon propose to him.It turns out that Heloise had already anticipated the next steps for their family.While crying and wanting to
Coral stood there watching in disbelief.What's going on with this bastard? After three years in the slums, how did she manage to pick up such a variety of messy skills?She glanced to the side and suddenly saw a thick vine hanging from a nearby tree, about the size of her arm. She hurriedly rushed over and exerted all her strength to pull the vine down.It's too long...And heavy.Coral reluctantly held one end of the vine. Looking at Heloise effortlessly dealing with the bodyguards' siege, completely unharmed, Coral couldn't take it anymore. Seizing the opportunity, she fiercely swung the vine.Die! Damn bastard!Heloise was entangled with the bodyguards, and suddenly caught sight of something attacking. She stepped on one of the bodyguards and flied to reach out to grab the vine.Grabbed it?Not hit her?Coral stared in shock.What kind of skill is this?Heloise landed and couldn't help glancing at Coral, then amusingly said, "Thanks. "With a forceful swing, she knocked down two b
"......" Heloise gave him a speechless look. Distracted for a moment, her character on the screen was shot in the head by Reginald, dying a heroic death.Reginald had aimed for this outcome. He turned to look at her, his mischievous gaze wandering up and down. "Strip."Today, he had suddenly proposed a game where for every round lost, she had to remove an article of clothing, with a one-hour time limit.Heloise didn't want to play, but he had persistently pestered her, not allowing her to do anything else until they played for an hour and only then would he let her go to the study to do her own work."......" Heloise straightforwardly took off her shoes, leaving her feet bare on the carpet.This wasn’t the effect he wanted.Reginald glanced at her small, fair feet and reached out to adjust the air conditioning to a higher temperature.The next round began.Heloise focused on the screen, maneuvering the controller with pre
"Suspect what?"Reginald wiped his hands with a hot towel, seeming to ask casually, as if he didn't care."With her abilities, it would be easier for her to make a mark in other circles. Yet she chose to endure hardships in the Legal Affairs Committee, where the network is already established. She’s been there for two months, and although she rose quickly, she's still just an assistant," Benjamin said."On one hand, she's willing to endure these hardships, and on the other hand, she's able to cultivate people under her into prominent figures in various fields in a short period. Do you think she has a grand ambition?"Those in high positions naturally have their sensitivities.Even though he admired Heloise, Benjamin couldn't help but think more deeply.Such a perceptive girl wouldn't do meaningless things; she must have her own calculations. She propels these people to become figures in various fields, and with more experience, they co
Someone passed by and first looked at her, screaming, with eyes that suggested she was crazy. Then, upon seeing the snake, they quickly fled.Why!Why couldn't she get close to Reginald? Why wasn't she the one to receive Reginald's special attention?She couldn't accept this outcome! She couldn't!She sat on the ground, tears quickly welling up, streaming down her face, overwhelmed with despair.…Ever since she had that candid conversation with Reginald on the football field, Heloise had become increasingly focused on her work in the Legal Affairs Committee.Heloise tackled each task with enthusiasm, consistently completing them with excellence. During this time, some colleagues tried to sabotage her, but she cleverly deflected their attempts. Similarly, higher-ups tested her abilities, but she passed each challenge with flying colors.Soon enough, everyone in the Legal Affairs Committee knew of her. Her path to promoti
Just as she finished typing, Heloise was suddenly embraced from behind by a pair of strong arms. Reginald leaned in from behind, his thin lips touching her ear, tracing along the contours of her earlobe, before suddenly taking it into his mouth and lightly licking it with the tip of his tongue.Heloise was tingling all over from his actions, wanting to break free but held tightly by him.Reginald's kisses quickly trailed over her neck and face, finally locking onto her lips with a strong possessiveness, probing deep, intimate, and ambiguous.He pressed his forehead against hers and hoarsely said, "Let me think."Heloise looked at him somewhat puzzled. What did he mean by letting him think? What was he thinking about?Perhaps because he had just showered, his eyes appeared unusually deep and moist under the light.It reminded her of the time at BlueWolf Mountain when a dolphin, accidentally washed ashore by the sea, lay there barely breathing
His voice carried a bewildering power, like a subtle electric current piercing through one's eardrums and directly into the heart.Heloise sat there, captivated by his voice, intimidated by his gaze, her mind momentarily blank.He said he would ensure all her affairs were smooth and worry-free for life. What a touching statement.Growing up, she had never received such a weighty promise.Heloise admitted to herself that she had been captivated. A hot wind passed before her eyes as she stared fixedly at Reginald in front of her.Behind him, the twilight light burst forth with vivid colors, suddenly breaking through."What, speechless from being moved?" Reginald looked at her, chuckling softly.Heloise looked at him. If she followed his temperament, she should express gratitude for being moved, or at least say thank you.But suddenly, she felt that continuing this way was not right."Thank you, Reginald," Heloise looked at
Reginald stood up from the ground, delivering heartless words.Tricia sat on the ground, her heart wrenched by his words.He couldn't produce any evidence to prove that she intentionally incited those people to target Heloise. Yet, despite this, he almost killed her for Heloise. She had risked her life for him!"Brother, has she ever saved you?" Tears streamed down her face as she asked softly.Reginald turned, buttoning his cuff and reaching for the watch on the table. His movement paused at her words before he put on the watch."How much has she sacrificed for you? Why is she the only one for you?" Tricia questioned as she watched his back.The only one for you.Reginald had never thought of those four words. To him, he was simply interested in Heloise. Every aspect of her fit his taste.Her presence filled the loneliness he had endured for over a decade. Was she really the only one for him?If it were someone else...
"Brother, wait for me." Tricia glanced at Heloise and softly called out, catching up to Reginald and brushing his arm with her finger.Reginald glanced at her sideways but didn't stop, continuing forward. Tricia walked alongside him.Heloise stood still, quietly watching the backs of the two, feeling a faint sense of strangeness pass through her heart. Her expression remained calm, showing little emotion.Is this going to be alright? It really caught her off guard.She thought that Tricia chasing after Reginald would take as long as rebuilding the slums.Once Reginald left, the guards followed suit, leaving the office to them.Heloise withdrew her gaze, carrying the documents into the office and sitting at her desk, ready to work. She tried to start her computer, but it showed a black screen.Heloise was annoyed. She clicked the mouse a couple of times, and large blocky characters began to flash on the screen."Miss me?"
"No."Reginald held her tightly.Heloise gritted her teeth and shrunk her body, slipping out from his arms.Reginald attempted to catch her, but failed. Irritated, he reached for her, pulling her towards him and kissing her forcefully. "If you don't want to sleep, then don't sleep. Let's continue playing."Heloise still wanted to break free, but Reginald pulled her back onto the bed and started fooling around with her.…In the office, colleagues remembered her heroic act of catching snakes and, understandingly, ceased their antagonism. This made Heloise's internship path particularly smooth.Her documents were impeccable, and there wasn't a single mistake in the legal texts she handled, which left her superiors very satisfied."This document contains the latest perfected laws for the slums. Once you've organized and verified it, we can make it public."The leader handed her a document.Heloise accepted it,
“Don't worry, I won't engage in such petty behaviors.”Another person expressed their stance to Heloise.“You saved us today. I'll keep an eye out for you from now on, making sure Adam and the others don't dare to act out again,” said several people around Heloise.“…”What's going on with these people? Weren't they trying to curry favor with her? How did they suddenly change sides in such a short time?Tricia stood there, her expression grim.Heloise sat calmly, raising her eyes to Tricia and giving a nonchalant “Oh.”Everyone followed her gaze to Tricia, and there was a moment of stiffness. This incident was somewhat related to Tricia, but she hadn't instructed them to go after Heloise.The atmosphere felt strangely tense.Soon, someone laughed nervously. “Tricia, you're back! You were lucky you weren't here earlier. Suddenly, the office was filled with snake