Shea's declaration shocked Henry,Henry could not believe that the frail woman in front of him would have such great determination.It would seem that Shea had gotten wiser over the years."Aunt, you shouldn't say that to my dad. He's your brother!" said Cole."I don't want to see the both of you, scram!" said Shea."I too, don't want to see you! You took my blood, you evil person!" exclaimed Adrian.Adrian's cold gaze and accusation caused Cole to swallow all the words that he had prepared to use to convince them."Shea and Adrian know what you guys are planning. Especially Henry, not only did you not care for your own sister, but you even tried to harm her! If your mother was here, she would be very disappointed in you," said Mrs. Scarlet."Shut up!" bellowed Henry.Mrs. Scarlet turned to the guard, "Guard the door! Don't let those two in. If they come even remotely close to this property, immediately kick them out."After that, Mrs. Scarlet and the others returned to their
"He opened up a company at Bridgedale. He told me it was for Lilith, I have a feeling that he would follow in his father's footsteps," said Avery."It doesn't matter which road he takes. With his intelligence and determination, I'm confident that he'll become a successful person," said Mike.These few days, Avery racked her brain trying to think of a way to save her company without using the money of others. Avery would rather lose her company than rely on the money of others to save it.As soon as Avery reached the company, she summoned all the executives to a meeting."Avery, I heard that you just came out of surgery, are you sure you can work now?" asked Shaun."I'm fine," replied Avery."The company is in hot water. Wanda already made sure that all of our previous actions were rendered useless. You just got better, you have to make sure to prioritize your body. If the company goes bankrupt, you can always start a new one, but you only have one body," said Shaun."I'm fine. O
Wanda burst into laughter."Avery, who do you think you are? Do you really think that you are in a position to make threats? I know that Elliot is currently trapped in Ylore, he even got a new wife over there. Who knows, his new wife might even give him a new child, and after that, he won't be back. Without Sterling Group, you are nothing," said Wanda."I was the one who was hiding in Bridgedale not long ago. Who would've thought that your demise would come so quickly! Hahahahaha! This is destiny!" said Wanda.Wanda kept on flaunting her success and how big her business empire would grow.Avery just silently finished her meal and called for the bill.The waiter ran over with the bill.Avery glared at Wanda and said, "She'll take the bill. I have to go back and take a nap. The next time you want me to listen to you blabber, it's going to cost you.""Can you fall asleep?" asked Wanda."Why not?" asked Avery.After the meeting, Avery knew that most of the people in the company we
"Did you take a lunch break?" asked Elliot."I can't sleep. It really feels like I lost to Wanda," said Avery."Go back and get some rest. I'll think of something," said Elliot, his deep voice bringing comfort to Avery."How are you going to help me? You are at Ylore, you are not even the boss of the Sterling Group," asked Avery."What does this has to do with Sterling Group? Seeing as you could just give away my shares, I think you have way more power than the boss of Sterling Group," said Elliot."Elliot, I'm sorry, all I wanted was for you to come back to Aryadelle, and then I'll ask Adrian to give you back all the shares," promised Avery."You can rest now. I'll ask Ben to call you," said Elliot as he hung up.Avery let out a sigh of relief as she placed her phone down. She knew that Elliot had already decided to help her.Even if Elliot isn't the current CEO of Sterling Group, he was still willing to help her.It wasn't long before Avery fell asleep at the table.When Mi
Avery nodded. What Ben suggested was fair, but she has worried for Sterling Group. What if the entire investment of Sterling Group is gone due to her failure?"Ben, I'll be frank with you. The biggest problem we are facing now is the lack of R&D personnel in the company," explained Avery."Did you think that I didn't know? Before Elliot called me, I already knew what your biggest problem was. If you want to compete with Wanda's company, you have to keep every production line going. Furthermore, you have to sell at a lower price than Wanda. After that, it would be a battle of attrition," said Ben.Avery's frown deepened as she said, "That would cost a lot of money… Wanda said that she had already garnered a large number of investors.""That's why only Sterling Group can save you now," said Ben as he tried to take a swig out of his cup only to find his cup empty. Ben pushed the cup to Mike and asked, "Can't you use a bigger cup?""I'll order some coffee for you. I'll call the othe
"This is what we call 'targeting the essentials'. Elliot especially likes to do it." Ben explained to her proudly, "Although the initial investment is huge, after the opponent is killed, we'll have everything in our hands.""Are you sure we can persuade them to come over to our side? Wanda must have given other people a lot of benefits and maybe even promised some shares..." Avery said."What Wanda chooses to provide, we can also give. And we can give them more." Ben said, "If it were up to you, would you choose to join Sterling Group or Wonder Technologies?"These two companies were not of the same order of magnitude at all, and they were incomparable."Then...are you going to persuade them, or am I going to do the job?" Avery asked."Let's go together!" Ben said, "It would be easier if Elliot did the job. It's just that when I asked when Elliot could return to Aryadelle, he said he couldn't come back for the time being."Avery's eyes drooped slightly, "He can only return if Gar
Cold sweat broke out on her back.It was one thing that she was willing to give him everything she had, but it was another if he wanted to take everything from her.She immediately understood why Elliot was so angry.For him, he not only lost Sterling Group but also his beliefs.Just like she didn't think he would take Tate Industries from her, he never thought that she would want him to hand over the Sterling group to someone else.In the evening, Avery asked Tammy to come over to the house for dinner."Avery, does your wound still hurt?" Tammy gently fiddled with the hair on her head.The wounds were a little shocking.Her hair was shaved during the surgeryFortunately, she had a lot of hair, so if you didn't look carefully, you wouldn't find the injury on her head."Well, it will be better after about a month." Avery said calmly, "How are you and Jun?""As usual! The passion faded, and we get along like an old couple." Tammy pulled Avery to sit down on the sofa, "But I ha
"You said your husband wasn't very good, didn't you?" Layla came over and lay on Avery's lap."Yeah, if you're looking for a husband in the future, you have to keep your eyes open. Don't learn from Uncle Jun, who has no ability, and likes to meddle in other people's business." Tammy said with a smile, "Unless you are particularly good at making money and want to find a kept man to take care of, then you should probably find someone like Uncle Jun.""If I want to find a kept man to take care of, why don't I look for someone like Uncle Eric?" Layla blinked and raised her doubts.Tammy laughed loudly: "I'm going to tell your Uncle Jun you said this. Maybe he can know his place after hearing that!""Let's go get dinner!" Avery patted Layla on the shoulder and asked her to get up from her lap, "Layla, everyone is unique, and your Uncle Jun also has advantages that your Uncle Eric doesn't have.""Avery, how can you praise Jun so much? Eric is better than Jun in everything! To put it fr
Three years later…Ivy and Robert stood at the airport in Aryadelle, anxiously waiting."It's been three years! Your boyfriend is finally here to see you!" Robert exclaimed before shifting the conversation. "He's not here to break up with you, is he? After all, you haven't seen each other in three years. A lot can change."Ivy sighed, "Robert, can you not jinx it? Although we haven't met in three years, we talk on the phone and video call every day!"Robert quipped, "Digital romance.""Anyway, he promised me that he's going to settle down in Aryadelle this time, and we won't be apart again," Ivy said. Robert smirked. "He's got a strong sense of pride. When he meets Dad later, they might not hit it off, and he'll buy a ticket to leave tonight!"Feeling helpless, Ivy was at a loss for words. Just then, a familiar voice called out, "Ivy!"Ivy immediately looked over to the source of the voice and saw Lucas stepping out of the exit, dragging his suitcase behind him. A smile sp
Mr. Woods did not expect Hayden to be so direct, and he found himself momentarily caught off guard. He had come to ask Hayden for money, but he had not thought about exactly how much he wanted. After all, Hayden's family was extremely wealthy, and he did not want to ask for too little and feel shortchanged, nor did he want to risk asking for too much and having Hayden refuse. It was a tough decision. After a brief internal struggle, Mr. Woods turned to Hayden and said, "I know your family is one of the wealthiest in Aryadelle, so why don't you name the price? I trust you won't mistreat my son and our family." Hayden furrowed his brows slightly. Shelly, noticing his hesitation, quickly chimed in, "Uncle, why don't you make an offer? We're not very familiar with this process. If you insist on us naming a price, we might need to consult my father-in-law." "Elliot Foster, you mean?" Mr. Woods asked. Shelly nodded. "Yes. My father-in-law isn't as easygoing as my husband. After a
"All right. Let's find a place nearby to sit and talk." Mr. Woods breathed a sigh of relief. "Good! Our house is actually nearby. Would you like to visit? Ivy has been with us for many years, and our staff has a close relationship with her." Hayden glanced at Shelly and asked, "Should we go?" "Sure!" Shelly said. Mr. Woods immediately invited Hayden and Shelly into his car and drove them to the Woods' mansion. Upon arriving, Mr. Woods instructed the servants to serve tea and refreshments. He pointed to the butler and said to Hayden, "This is our butler. He hired Ivy's grandmother." Hayden nodded. Mr. Woods then introduced Hayden: "This is Irene's older brother, the renowned businessman Mr. Hayden Tate." "Hello, Mr. Tate. Irene was a wonderful young lady," the butler said. "We all liked her very much. When we heard of her passing, we were truly saddened. Fortunately, she didn't actually pass away! Ivy is a very sensible and resilient girl, one of the strongest I've eve
Ivy's eyes were red as she said, "Hayden, Lucas' mother has passed away, so I won't be able to spend time with you for a few days." "It's okay. Given what has happened, we're not in the mood for fun either. After we attend his mother's funeral, Shelly and I will return," Hayden said. Ivy nodded. "How are funerals handled here?" Hayden asked. Given Lucas' relationship with Ivy, his younger sister, he felt a sense of duty to help Lucas with the funeral arrangements. "It's similar to how it's done back at home. Wealthy people can have elaborate funerals, and those with less money can opt for simpler ceremonies. Those who can't afford much at all can forgo the ceremony and opt for a simple burial," Ivy said. "What if someone wants a more elaborate funeral?" "Hayden, do you want to help with his mother's funeral? He doesn't have any close relatives here, so there's no need for an elaborate ceremony," she explained. "I see. Go and talk to him about it. I'll help with whatever I
Lucas hung up, tears welling in his eyes. Ivy stood by his side and asked, "What's wrong, Lucas?" "My mom has passed away. You should keep your brother company! I need to head back to the hospital." "I will come along! Aunty seemed fine just now, so why did she suddenly pass away?" The two hurried toward the car, completely forgetting about Hayden and Shelly. Hayden and Shelly watched as they left awkwardly, and Shelly said, "Honey, let's go to the hospital. I think Lucas' mother has passed away." "Sure." The two caught a taxi and hurried after Lucas. Meanwhile, in the hospital, Lucas arrived to first encounter the doctor and then his father. Mr. Woods tried ingratiating himself with his son, saying, "Lucas, I came to the hospital to see your mother, but when I arrived, she had already passed away. What a shame!" "Are you sure she had already passed away before you came? I was here earlier today, and when I saw her, she was still alive!" Lucas said. Mr. Woods reto
Mr. Woods sneered, "What do you mean? Are you looking down on me? Although the Woods family has fallen on hard times, we're still a prominent family in Taronia! Lucas may be foolish, but are you any wiser? If it weren't for me backing Lucas, would the Fosters even look at him?" "Shut up! The Foster family isn't narrow-minded like you! Ivy's family doesn't dislike Lucas, so don't go causing trouble! They don't want to see you at all!" Lucas' mother retorted. Mr. Woods scoffed. "Is that so? Do you really think they don't look down on him? Why wouldn't they? Are they planning to make Lucas marry into their family instead of the other way round?" "It's none of your business! You never cared about Lucas, and now that he's independent, he doesn't need you anymore! You wouldn't have come to me repeatedly if Ivy wasn't Elliot Foster's daughter and if she wasn't interested in Lucas. Do you really think I have no idea what you are plotting?" Mr. Woods countered, "What nonsense are you ta
Ivy did not hesitate, immediately shaking her head. "I'm not leaving. Don't worry about me; just focus on yourself." "Staying here is just a waste of time." "I've been studying and interning so hard for so long. What's wrong with taking a break now?" Ivy argued. Before long, Hayden and Shelly had finished their shopping, and Ivy and Lucas immediately joined them to go to the hospital. Lucas' mother had no idea that Ivy's brother and sister-in-law were coming to visit her, so she appeared a bit uncomfortable when they arrived. She tried to sit up, but her body failed her. Ivy raised the head of the hospital bed. "Aunty, my big brother and sister-in-law came over to Taronia for a visit. They wanted to see Lucas and you." "Oh, this is really embarrassing. It's a blessing for my son to know Ivy..." Lucas' mother muttered sheepishly. Shelly reassured, "Aunty, don't say that. Lucas is outstanding. Otherwise, Ivy wouldn't have fallen for him." Lucas' mother continued, "I've
Throughout the meal, Ivy found it hard to enjoy her food. Lucas and Hayden discussed everything that mattered, and the conversation went smoother than anyone had anticipated. Hayden was not upset, nor was Lucas. It was a better scenario than what Ivy had hoped for, but she still felt depressed. "Lucas, my husband and I would like to pay your mother a visit. Would that be okay?" Shelly asked after finishing her food. "Sure," Lucas said. "Don't we need to ask your mom first?" Ivy asked. "It's fine. We can just head over right away and introduce them once we arrive." Lucas' mother grew weaker every day and had stopped using her phone altogether, so it was her nurse, whom Lucas had hired, who reported his mother's condition to him daily. "You restarted your business and have to take care of your mother simultaneously; you're really strong. Most people would crumble under the pressure," Shelly commented. "Ivy had a tougher life before. She didn't crumble, so I won't eith
After what Ivy said, Lucas added, "I want to focus on my career for now. Marriage is secondary until I become more successful." Hayden sneered. "Running a business isn't as simple as it seems. What if you fail or never achieve anything out of the ordinary?" "If that happens, I won't drag Ivy down," Lucas said. "At least you know your place." Ivy felt as though her cheeks were on fire. "Hayden, even if Lucas fails, I won't give up on him. I won't let him go just because of his financial state." Shelly grabbed Hayden's hand again, signaling to him to control his temper; he could be rude to others, but he could not be so demanding with Ivy. Ivy sensed that she was slightly out of line, and her tone eased. "Hayden, we shouldn’t judge people based on their wealth. Our family is rich enough, and there really aren't that many people out there who can compare to our financial state, so why does it matter how wealthy my partner is?" "Ivy is right. Love matters most. Even if we man