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Who's the Substitute Now? Chapter 71
Natasha exited the laboratory and found Ryan dozing off on a chair. His body was slightly curled inward while his head tilted outward, forming a posture that somehow made his towering figure of nearly six feet appear oddly endearing on the relatively small seat.Slowly, she approached him.Ryan's lips were gently sealed, his eyelashes fluttering occasionally in his sleep.Natasha had assumed Ryan would go about his tasks after she entered the lab, but to her surprise, he had been patiently waiting at the entrance all this time.For a moment, she couldn't decide whether to consider his behavior as earnest or sheer naivety.As Natasha watched Ryan sleep, she sighed softly. She couldn't let him continue to doze off like this. It must have been uncomfortable for him to be cramped in such a small chair.Therefore, she lightly tapped Ryan's shoulder, and he stirred awake almost immediately."Professor... How did it go?" Ryan's voice sounded groggy."It's all sorted out," Natasha repl
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Ryan couldn't believe that Natasha knew he had gastritis. He had always thought that he hid it well, never showing any signs."I'm leaving now." Natasha had already settled into her car, waving at Ryan to catch his attention, when she noticed his somewhat bewildered expression.After that, her car disappeared from Ryan's sight. He looked down at the small vial in his hand, slowly tightening his grip.…After parting ways with Ryan, Natasha intended to head home straight. However, she received another phone call.She took out her phone and saw that it was from Lorelei. Her heart jumped, and she silently prayed that Lorelei wasn't calling to persuade her against the divorce.Natasha felt that if Natalie hadn't caused a scene at Grayson Villa previously, or if she hadn't brought the matter to Lorelei's attention, Lorelei wouldn't be contacting her so frequently.So, she couldn't help but think that Natalie was somehow involved.Natasha heaved out a sigh and then answered the call.
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"Tasha, have you decided?" Lorelei waited anxiously for Natasha's response, but there was no reply from the other end of the call for quite some time. It started to make her nervous.Natasha hesitated, carefully considering her words before answering slowly, "Yes... I'll attend tomorrow and explain everything to Grandpa. Let me know the specifics later." After pondering, she felt that attending the banquet was the best option. It was just a matter of seeing Joshua again.Fortunately, Philip definitely wouldn't invite Natalie. Or else Natasha would have to endure seeing her, which she dreaded."Sure! Tasha, I knew that you were kind-hearted and cared about us. You wouldn't be able to refuse," Lorelei replied gleefully.She thought that Natasha was unlike Natalie, who appeared innocent but only cared about money, completely indifferent to the Grayson family's well-being."Alright. If there's nothing else, I'll hang up," Natasha controlled her tone as she spoke, sounding somewhat d
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Feeling awkward to be ignored, Ron sat quietly to the side. He glanced around the room but couldn't spot Joshua anywhere."Dad, hasn't Josh arrived yet?" Ron voiced his thoughts."I don't know what that brat is up to. He's late!"Ron thought for a moment before saying, "He must be caught up with company matters. Recently, there have been numerous urgent issues, so it's difficult for him to come on time."Philip frowned upon hearing this. "What happened at the company? What's so urgent?"Ron sighed before answering, "Rumors are circulating that Grayson Corp is on the brink of bankruptcy..."Philip became even more anxious and demanded, "What exactly happened? Explain to me!"He had only been ill for a while, so how could such a major issue have occurred at the company? How had it reached the point of bankruptcy without Joshua telling him anything?When Ron noticed Philip getting angry, he cleared his throat and continued, "Well, it's not that complicated. It's related to recent
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Ron smacked his head in regret as his face was filled with remorse."You're right. I didn't think it through. Dad has only gotten better. I shouldn't have brought this up to make him angry, especially on such a joyous occasion. At that time, he must have thought Josh had potential and capability," Ron said, putting on a look of belief in Philip's judgment.Philip's expression remained grim, and he was unable to speak for a while.Standing on one side, Lorelei felt like she had been hit by a ton of bricks. For a moment, she couldn't process the situation.Was Grayson Corporation really facing bankruptcy? Were they going to repeat the mistakes of the past?These thoughts suffocated her.Ron leaned forward and patted Philip's back, adding, "Alas, I cared too much about our family's future. I can't bear to see our legacy decline during my generation, so I didn't think twice before telling you. But with Grayson Corp facing such a serious challenge, it's really over for us if we do not
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Joshua stayed silent as he poured himself a glass of water, his expression indifferent and calm.After taking a few sips, he set down the glass. "Are you talking about the drug development or the authorization?""Both, duh!" Ron replied sharply. "The failure of the drug development combined with the expiration of the authorization means that the company is ruined because of you!"Joshua raised his gaze slightly and acknowledged the truth, saying, "The company has indeed encountered these issues recently."Lorelei felt like collapsing into her chair upon hearing this, while Philip's face was filled with anger.However, Joshua remained composed as he added, "But I'm certain that Grayson Corp will not repeat the mistakes of the past."To Lorelei, her son sounded like he was trying to be strong. Glancing at Philip, she advised, "Josh, don't be stubborn. If you can't solve it, tell us, and we'll all help you.""For the drug development, I've found someone with strong research capabil
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Ron's eyes flashed with amusement as he watched Joshua get lectured."Dad, I think it's time for Josh to step down as the company's president. With all the problems happening at the company and the divorce, I doubt he can handle them," he chimed in, deliberately emphasizing the word "divorce".Ron remembered that one of the main reasons Philip had made Joshua take charge of Grayson Corporation was because of Natasha. Now that they were divorcing, Joshua couldn't continue in that role.Even though he didn't know why Natasha was involved, it didn't stop him from using this opportunity to bring Joshua down.Philip, still visibly angry, deadpanned, "And who do you think should take the position? Who else is capable besides Josh?"Ron's heart skipped a beat with excitement. "I believe I'm very experienced in this area. I've also run a pharmaceutical company before. You're aware of that, aren't you? Although it's not as big as Grayson Corp, it's still reputable in Oceanville."Finally,
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The look on Joshua's face was complex as he fell into deep thought.Philip's attitude was straightforward, and Joshua knew him well. Since Philip had said so, there was no room for negotiation.His eyes narrowed at the thought of not divorcing Natasha. It was an impossible task, but perhaps he could consider not divorcing her temporarily.Over the years, he had accumulated quite a bit of influence in the company. Once the issue with Blenoxane was resolved, he would have more say in the company and could secure his position as the president.By then, he wouldn't be threatened by this ridiculous marriage anymore.Joshua still lacked the authority to surpass Philip's status in the company. If he refused to listen to Philip, there was a huge chance that he wouldn't be able to retain his position.Therefore, Joshua looked at Philip and spoke in a low voice, "I agree."Philip nodded. "Since you've made your choice, then stick to your promise."After that, he stood up and said, "Alrig
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