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Compared to angering the president, this scary building was nothing Ben couldn't handle.A call from Matt came just at the right time. Joshua picked up the call, and Matt said, "This is Zack's specially designed laboratory. He built it in such a remote place, so no one would disturb Professor Nancy. It's impossible for you to waltz in just like that.""Nevertheless, I handled everything for you." Matt's voice sounded smug. He continued, "Go in through the side entrance. I bribed the security guards over there. The security at the main entrance is impenetrable.""Noted." Joshua glanced at the small side entrance and hung up the call. There was only one guard standing at the side entrance."Wait over here." Joshua walked toward the side door.Ben softly affirmed and watched his retreating figure in silence. Seeing someone approach, the security guard instinctively picked up the gun at his waist, staring alertly at Joshua.Joshua's expression was calm and composed. His gaze swept
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A pharmaceutical prodigy like Professor Nancy definitely deserved to be treated with respect. Showing up unannounced like this was not really proper… However, he also had no other choice.He hoped to discuss things with Professor Nancy. No matter how high her price was, Grayson Corporation would accept it as long as she gave them the authorization.Joshua stood at the door of the laboratory. He drew back his outstretched hand. After hesitating for a while, he gave the door two light knocks.No one answered him.His eyebrows furrowed lightly. He knocked on the door again. There was still no answer.Joshua's eyebrows knitted together tightly as confusion flashed across his gaze. He peeked into the window. The equipment in the room was definitely running.His eyes darkened as he pushed open the door.There was not a single soul in this big laboratory.How could it be?Joshua was so sure that Professor Nancy was inside one of these rooms. However, how could there be no one? Did
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It would only bring her pain to explain herself to someone who didn't trust her.Seeing that Natasha wouldn't say a word, Joshua spoke first, "You don't want to divorce, but you act as if you do. You fool around with me by playing hard to get. Now I'm meeting you here, but why are you still pretending?"Clearly, Natasha followed him all the way to the laboratory, but now she was acting innocent. Did she take him for a fool?Natasha blinked in bewilderment. When did she act as if she didn't want to divorce?Joshua looked at Natasha, who was blinking with an innocent expression. From his point of view, Natasha looked pure and innocent, just like Natalie.He remembered the day the Graysons had a banquet. When he walked out of his room, Natasha was standing outside in a white dress and simple makeup.She looked so much like Natalie.Disgust emanated from his gaze. Was she copying Natalie on purpose?Natasha didn't want to deal with Joshua here. She calmed herself down and said, "Wh
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Joshua sneered at Natasha's words.If it weren't for Philip leveraging the president's position against him, would he refuse to sign?However, Natasha didn't deny tailing him this time, which calmed his anger a bit.Joshua looked at Natasha, wanting to warn her further, but his lips remained sealed.He knew she loved him so much that she couldn't accept him leaving her. No matter what he said to Natasha, she wouldn't change.In the end, Joshua glanced at her emotionlessly, appearing indifferent and distant.He only said, "There better not be a next time."With steady steps, Joshua turned and left.Since he didn't see Nancy but encountered Natasha instead, he decided to come again on Friday.Natasha watched Joshua's retreating figure in a daze. Suddenly, she realized he hadn't answered her question yet. She asked him to sign the divorce agreement.She wanted to catch up to him, but the equipment in the lab suddenly began beeping. The reagents boiled over as if they were about
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Natasha had completed all these experiments herself. As her assistant, Ryan had contributed nothing.He felt somewhat useless. Compared to Natasha, his pharmaceutical abilities were nowhere near sufficient.There was a world of difference in their pharmaceutical skills. How could he assist Natasha as an assistant? He might even be a burden to her.Natasha pretended to be angry upon hearing that. "Then who prepared these devices for me? Who measured out the herbs? Who drafted the letter of authorization? Who delivered it?"Ryan had done so much for her. She was very grateful for it.She could tell what Ryan was thinking."You helped me a lot. Why don't you finish up this reagent experiment for me this time? I'm a bit tired right now."Upon hearing this, Ryan quickly agreed. "Okay! Professor, you should go home and rest. I can handle it."Natasha smiled. "Okay."Since Ryan was her assistant, she should also teach him something.Natasha planned it out in her mind. Perhaps she co
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"What's wrong, Professor?"Natasha composed herself and shook her head. "Nothing."The letter of authorization couldn't be delivered today, so Joshua might come again.However, where did he get the information from?Despite Zack's outwardly carefree demeanor, he had a clear understanding of everything. He just appeared nonchalant on the surface.Natasha understood him very well.Since he said to seal off information, no one would know that she was the authorizer for Blenoxane, nor would anyone know her location. She had signed under Nancy's name on Blenoxane's letter of authorization, so how did Joshua...?Did he find the laboratory based on Nancy's identity?Natasha's expression was complicated. When did she ever expose Nancy's information?"But, Professor, did you just give the letter of authorization to Joshua without asking for any authorization fee?" Ryan cautiously asked as he looked at Natasha's complex expression.He had wanted to ask this question that day but refrai
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After about four hours, the experiment was completed. Ryan breathed a sigh of relief. His tense shoulders relaxed, and the tension in his heart also eased."What do you think, Professor?" Ryan looked at Natasha with bright eyes.Natasha had watched his experiment the whole time. He not only proceeded methodically but also innovated in many areas. Clearly, he did very well.She was about to speak when Ryan's phone rang."Sorry, I need to take this call." When Ryan glanced at the caller ID on his phone, he frowned slightly. The sparkle in his eyes dimmed, and the smile disappeared from his lips.Natasha nodded.Ryan left with a serious expression to answer the call.His experiment had gone perfectly, and there was no need for further adjustments. Natasha put away Ryan's experiment results and picked up a new set of materials.Then Ryan's message came."Professor, I have something to deal with. You can leave the experiment equipment. I'll clean up when I get back."Natasha glanc
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That voice... Could it be... Could it be Joshua?Natasha's heart sank as she instinctively set down the herbs in her hands and turned to leave.In her haste, she accidentally knocked over a bottle of herbs, scattering them on the floor.Natasha didn't bother to pick them up. She couldn't let Joshua see her.However, Joshua was faster.When he saw the woman in front of him put down the herbs and leave as soon as he spoke, he became anxious. Hurriedly, he reached out and grabbed her wrist, holding it tightly as if afraid she would vanish at any moment.Natasha froze in her tracks."Are you Professor Nancy?" Joshua's voice, unlike its usual coldness, carried a tone of politeness. Yet, upon listening closer, it was still distant.Natasha's slender wrist was firmly held by Joshua. She couldn't break free.Last time, Joshua had thought she was tailing him, and she had barely managed to deceive him. This time, she was wearing a lab coat. How could she explain that?Natasha tried to
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He didn't know where this sense of loss came from, but it hung over Joshua like a low-pressure system and seemed impossible to dispel. His expression visibly darkened. Yet, he seemed to want to maintain his dignity and didn't want Natasha to discern his sense of loss. So Joshua pursed his lips, forcefully suppressing the feeling and putting on a blank expression. He seemed indifferent to Natasha's proposed condition."How about it? Does Mr. Grayson need more time to consider?" Natasha sat calmly in her chair, tilting her head slightly. She was confident this time that Joshua would definitely agree. Although she felt a bit uneasy about using Philip's life as leverage against Joshua, she believed it was the best option at the moment. Given Joshua's personality, using trivial things as leverage wouldn't pose any threat to him. Besides family members' lives, everything else was insignificant to him. She had no other choice.As Natasha spoke, her eyebrows furrowed lightly, and her
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As soon as Joshua heard Natasha mention there were conditions, he instantly had a bad feeling. Although Natasha didn't explicitly state the conditions, Joshua understood that they definitely wouldn't be easy."What conditions are you talking about?" He propped his chin up with his hand, looking at Natasha seriously.Natasha smiled and raised her lips. "What are the conditions? You should know."Joshua was slightly stunned. He knew what the conditions were?He furrowed his brows earnestly, trying hard to figure out what conditions Natasha was talking about.Could it be…"Are you trying to make it a condition to drive Natalie away from the Grayson Villa?" Joshua raised an eyebrow. Considering recent events, Joshua couldn't think of any other conditions.As soon as this was said, Natasha was momentarily dumbfounded.What was he talking about?Natasha tried to find a word to describe Joshua's thoughts, but after a long time, she couldn't bring herself to say it. Joshua's train of
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Natasha blinked her eyes. It seemed that Joshua was anticipating her rejection in advance."Since you can enter the Sullivan residence, your relationship with them must be extraordinary."It's not like people with Joshua's and Natalie's status could enter. But Natasha could, which undoubtedly indicated that she still had something to hide from him."Since you have this relationship with the Sullivans, helping Grandfather should be a simple matter."As soon as these words came out, Natasha sneered, "Simple matter?""Although I do have some connection with the Sullivans, it's not to the extent where I can freely arrange the Sullivans miracle worker's schedule."The position of the Sullivan's miracle worker is well-known. Since you are aware of it, you shouldn't say such things. You're overestimating me."Natasha was blatantly lying and trying to deceive Joshua."Someone with the status of the Sullivan's miracle worker would only save someone if he wanted to. If he doesn't have th
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As soon as Joshua said the name "Jacob", Natasha felt like her throat was being choked, and was unable to breathe properly.Her breathing became somewhat erratic."What's wrong? Do you know him or not?" Joshua spoke, narrowing his eyes. His pupils contracted, and he looked sharp and almost menacing.It seemed like any slight movement from Natasha couldn't escape his gaze."I…" Natasha began.She seemed a bit hesitant but also seemed not at all. Finally, she calmly spoke, "I don't know him.""Don't know him?" Joshua raised an eyebrow.He seemed somewhat incredulous, repeatedly confirming, "You really don't know him?"Natasha nodded, her expression very firm. "I don't know him."She looked somewhat puzzled, her tone confused as she asked, "Who is Jacob? Is he also from the Graysons?"Joshua stared at Natasha motionlessly, as if trying to find a flaw on her face.But Natasha remained calm. Her expression was very normal and without any flaws.Joshua stared for a long time. Eve
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"Please help us remove all these dishes and replace them with some new ones." Natasha pointed to the dishes on the table.The waitress was startled, instinctively asking, "Is there any problem with these dishes? Please point them out, and we will correct them immediately."Natasha smiled gracefully. "No, there's nothing wrong."It was just that these dishes accidentally touched Joshua's nerve."Is it because the dishes don't suit your taste?" the waitress continued to inquire."Not really." Natasha shook her head.Although, she hadn't even taken a bite. She didn't even know if these dishes were good or not.If Joshua's gaze hadn't been so intimidating, she would have tried them so as not to waste them.Next time, she had to bring Austin to try the dishes at this restaurant."So what's wrong with these dishes? We can convey your feedback to the kitchen, or we can replace them with new dishes for you free of charge. Would that be acceptable to you?" the waitress asked.The wait
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Joshua had been the president for a long time, and his whole demeanor was daunting, seemingly suffocating others with his pressure.Natasha sat in her seat. Even if she deliberately avoided looking up at Joshua, she could still feel the scalp-tingling sensation.His gaze was just too sharp. She couldn't ignore it even if she wanted to."Uh… Didn't you just say you don't like these dishes? Do you want them all removed?" Natasha awkwardly changed the subject."I'll listen and remove it now. I'll call the waiter in to take them away." After saying that, Natasha lowered her gaze and pressed the button on the table to call the waiter outside on standby.Joshua remained silent. His gaze fixed on Natasha without wavering.It made Natasha feel even more trapped.Her mind was already in a mess at the moment. She regretted that she had spoken too hastily earlier without thinking.She had never let slip of anything during her time in the Grayson Villa.What was happening now? Just a few
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She was trying hard to change the subject.But Joshua looked at the dish, his mind filled with the image of Jacob's face and the various rejections he had faced during his youth.This made him very uncomfortable."I won't eat it. Take it away," Joshua said coldly with disdain."This dish… actually tastes very good. You can try it. Don't have a prejudice against it." Natasha tried to calm Joshua's mood.But he clearly had little patience. He roared angrily, "Take it away!""I don't want to see this dish!"The sound made Natasha's hand tremble as she held the plate."Alright, alright, I'll take it away. Why are you so fierce?" Natasha bit her lip, took a deep breath, forcibly suppressing her rising anger, and then withdrew the dish of delicious cheese curds."Then have some other dishes." She gestured to the several dishes on the table.But unexpectedly, Joshua's face turned even worse. His gaze swept over the dishes on the table, his brows deeply furrowed, looking very dissati
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Joshua's tone sounded casual and his expression indifferent, as if discussing something unrelated to him. Yet, it gave the impression that he was talking about his own affairs."Is it worth it?" Natasha murmured, repeating the question.Perhaps because Joshua exuded a melancholic air, Natasha stopped in her tracks and earnestly answered the question. "If this mother is willing to do it, then it must be worth it."Upon hearing this, Joshua looked at her, his melancholy seeming to deepen."Is that so? Do you also think that everything this mother does is worth it?"The sorrowful expression in his eyes seemed so thick that it was unbreakable.Natasha was surprised to see Joshua like this. She didn't understand why Joshua had suddenly changed."A parent's love for their child involves careful planning. Every mother who selflessly sacrifices for her child is great…"Natasha considered her tone carefully. "A mother who wholeheartedly loves her child would do this, wouldn't she?"Bef
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They were different people.In a flash, Natasha instinctively pushed him away.She stood up straight, her tone serious as she said, "Joshua, please behave yourself." Her gentle fingers brushed against Joshua's shirt, seemingly carrying her fresh fragrance with it.The sudden push caught Joshua off guard.Looking up, he found Natasha wanting to keep her distance from him as if he were a ferocious beast.This look even made Joshua doubt himself. Was he that bad to warrant such a reaction from her?Before he could come to a conclusion, Natasha had already picked up her bag, seemingly ready to leave."If Mr. Grayson has nothing else to do today, I'll be taking my leave first."Joshua's behavior just now caught her off guard.Anyway, from the looks of it, he probably wouldn't agree to a divorce.Since Joshua had made up his mind, it was pointless for her to linger here. It was better to go home and avoid hearing any more of Joshua's "seductive" words."Wait," Joshua called out
