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However, James wasn't prepared to leave. He stayed on the bed and drew closer to Summer. "I'm not ready to go yet. I've already informed my secretary that I won't be leaving until noon." "You're skipping work until noon? Aren't you concerned about delaying company matters?" "I'm not concerned because I want to spend time with you today." James' sudden expression of such intimate words could easily be misunderstood. "I don't need your company. I'm not a child," Summer retorted. "If you're not a child, then why did you get so drunk last night? I had to help you fall asleep." James had a talent for addressing uncomfortable subjects. Summer would have forgotten how he had helped her fall asleep the night before if he hadn't mentioned it. But now that he had brought it up, she recalled it vividly! The previous night, in his effort to soothe Summer, James had opted to treat her as if she were a criminal. He had swiftly rendered her unconscious with a blow to her neck. It wa

"Kelly, how have you been lately? You seem to have changed quite a bit." "Of course, I'm working at Myers Corporation now, so change is to be expected," Kelly replied, her tone tinged with pride as she raised her eyebrows. Initially, Summer had sensed a change in Kelly, but upon further observation, it appeared that she hadn't changed much after all. Her speech remained as casual as ever, devoid of any hint of maturity. The transformation appeared to be limited to her external appearance and choice of attire. Ironically, Summer had hoped for Zach and Kelly to become a couple, yet she had unintentionally paired Zach with Yolanda instead. As a form of compensation, Kelly had landed a high-paying position at Zach's company. Seeing Kelly's refreshed and lively demeanor, it was clear that she was indeed thriving in her new role. Summer felt a sudden urge to delve into gossip. She couldn't resist asking, "You must have encountered some remarkable men at Myers Corporation. So, a

Although Summer hadn't succeeded in finding a suitable husband for Kelly, she had helped the latter secure a great job. As a result, Kelly owed much of her current success to Summer. Determined to show her appreciation, Kelly decided to treat Summer to a shopping spree, even if it meant maxing out a few credit cards. Empowered by Kelly's generosity, Summer eagerly agreed to it. They strolled toward the commercial street in the city center, hand in hand. …Meanwhile, in Rosseera City, Keith sat in his office, lightly tapping the desk. The office was quiet and deserted, with only the faint sound of breathing audible. While Keith typically immersed himself in work, he had set aside his tasks for the day in anticipation of someone's arrival. He glanced at his watch, looking forward to the person's imminent arrival. Suddenly, a knock on the door interrupted the silence. Keith stood up, assuming that the person he awaited had arrived. However, it was his secretary, Luna

"Keith, you certainly have a way with words, but you must admit that your venture has failed. "Ritter Corporation has been losing to Quigley Group in real estate for years, and that's an undeniable fact," Monica stated, her face adorned with a charming smile. Despite her pretty and cute appearance, no one could deny her deep understanding of business. Keith realized that Monica had uncovered his vulnerabilities. No matter how much he argued, once she presented the evidence she had gathered, he would be defenseless. He remained silent, his expression turning icy as he turned away. Observing this, Monica understood that Keith had conceded. This was advantageous, as it allowed her to proceed with her next plan. "Keith, you're ambitious, so you wanted to defeat James in the business world. I understand, but what you did was wrong. You shouldn't sacrifice the family's interests to fulfill your own desires." Monica paused, then offered a warm and friendly smile. "But don't worr

"James, something significant has occurred!" Bradly exclaimed nervously over the phone. Maintaining his composure, James inquired calmly, "What's the matter?" Bradly paused briefly before continuing, "The Quigley family is caught up in a scandal. It has been revealed that years ago, after your fall, your family allegedly kidnapped a girl and used her blood. "Is there any truth to these allegations?" Upon hearing this news, James fell into a prolonged silence. Then, he abruptly ended the call without saying a word. On the other end, Bradly stood bewildered, clutching his phone. He murmured to himself, "What's going on? Why did James end the call so suddenly?" Meanwhile, outside the Ritter Corporation, James tightly gripped his phone, exerting enough force to distort its shape. Despite battling his anger and frustration, he maintained a facade of calmness as he rode the elevator to Keith's office. Inside, Keith sat at his desk. Upon hearing of James' arrival, he approach