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All Chapters of Second Chance at Love: From Divorcee to the Billionaire's Bride: Chapter 381 - Chapter 390
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Chapter 381
Luke's display of wealth caused Professor Killiney's face to darken slightly. "Reeks of money," he remarked."Better than the stench of stubbornness," Karl retorted, always quick to fire back.Professor Killiney fell silent, redirecting his gaze towards the bookshelf.Noticing his interest, I obtained Annette's permission to take three books from the shelf and handed them to Luke, Professor Killiney, and Karl.Most of Jon's books were related to artificial intelligence (AI). Karl, uninterested in the subject, only read a few lines before closing the book and placing it on the table. He then began fiddling with the ornaments.Annette wanted to caution Karl to be careful not to break anything, but seeing his gentle and measured movements, she held her tongue.Since joining JL Capital, I had been immersing myself in AI knowledge. While I wasn't an expert, I had a decent understanding. I picked up the book Karl had set down and started browsing through it.After spending nearly an h
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Jon said, "Professor Killiney."Professor Killiney nodded and said, "I had to rush my trip to Johnsonville, so I haven't had time to prepare any lessons. I will let you know later about the specific class times and locations.""Understood, Professor," Penelope responded.Karl, clearly tired and known for taking afternoon naps, suggested, "Now that you have your students, shouldn't we head back to the hotel?"Killiney, eager to discuss the models with Jon, noticed Karl's fatigue and decided not to pursue the idea. Instead, he asked for Penelope's contact information.Despite his seemingly distant demeanor, Professor Killiney was actually very approachable. His actions impressed me, and my opinion of him soared.Penelope had been busy the past couple of days and hadn't contacted Jon. Because he was very attached to her, she stayed behind to keep him company after seeing us out.Luke and I accompanied Karl and Professor Killiney to their hotel.Concerned that Karl might get lost d
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Was he asking for my opinion?He had already bought it. Would he return it if I said it wasn't suitable?Afraid of damaging the wrapping, I didn't touch the gift. "This is a gift for someone else, Mr. Walker. I shouldn't open it.""It's for you," he said."Mr. Walker, I can't accept a reward I haven't earned."I pushed the gift box towards Luke."You played a crucial role in our Brookshire trip. The company always recognizes merit. You've earned this," Luke said, maintaining his usual elegance while eating. "It's nothing expensive, so don't feel burdened.""If you insist, I won't refuse then."After thanking Luke, I put the gift in my bag as I left after breakfast.Once in the car, I took out the gift and examined it closely. The box had no brand logo.I opened it to find a blue diamond bracelet with a unique design that caught my eye.The bracelet had six one-centimeter blue diamonds, each surrounded by six smaller blue diamonds. The stones were high quality, suitable for b
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Despite their quick reaction, I still managed to catch snippets of their conversation.JL Capital had a great work atmosphere with a high level of tolerance.Since I joined, other companies in Greenfield Tower had been abuzz with rumors about Luke and me. However, JL Capital seemed immune to the gossip, as if my role as Luke's assistant was completely natural.Once, while leaving work with Sarah from reception, we overheard two young women discussing Luke and me.Sarah coughed loudly and said, "Mr. Walker is not like some CEOs who take advantage of female employees! These gossips from that incompetent company are just as dirty-minded as their boss!"Though she didn't mention names, the two women, realizing they were in the wrong, quickly left without defending themselves.Sarah comforted me, saying, "Don't take their words to heart. Mr. Walker is always professional and has no interest in office romance. Your appointment as his assistant is a testament to your exceptional abiliti
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When I saw the content of the magazine, I was furious. I stood by the supermarket shelf for a long time, trying to calm down.Joey intentionally brought up old wounds, shamelessly spreading my painful past. She was causing me even more pain, and the more upset I got, the more she seemed to enjoy it.I put my phone back in my bag, giving up on my plan to call her, and went back to the office.Joey thought she had caused me trouble and was waiting for the drama to unfold, but she didn't expect that the latest issue of the magazine would be accused of plagiarizing content from other publications.Initially, the magazine strongly denied the accusations, but later they had to admit that two articles had indeed been plagiarized when presented with solid evidence.The magazine faced public outrage and had to recall the issues and promise compensation to consumers in order to salvage their reputation.When I saw the recall notice from First Media, I felt somewhat relieved as I imagined J
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"Your morals are already questionable without my help to smear your reputation,” I retorted. Joey was mean. "If you need a PR firm, Ms. Parker, I can recommend one.""You and Wendy are cut from the same cloth. Do you think I would fall for your trick?" Joey's voice was furious. "Ms. Middleton, you constantly target me because you like Luke, don't you? Have you looked in the mirror? You're not worthy! A divorced woman who has slept with some nameless man shouldn't be coveting what doesn't belong to her!"Joey's words made me want to slap her. I lowered the car window for some air, gripped my phone tightly, and replied slowly, "Regardless of whether I am worthy of him or not, as his assistant, I am the woman who spends the most time by his side.""You..."I quickly hung up before Joey could finish.Imagining Joey on the other end, ready to throw her phone in anger, I couldn't help but smile.Just as I started the car to head home, I caught a glimpse of a tall figure standing outsid
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"Has this happened before?" I asked, filled with worry.In the past, when Jon discovered that Joey had taken his designs without permission, he had been upset and searched frantically, but he hadn't broken anything."Never. I asked Annette, and she said Jon's emotions have never been this volatile. I'm trying my best to calm him down, but there's been no significant improvement."I had never dealt with a situation like this. I was about to pull over and search online for advice when Luke spoke up, "Let's go to Johnsonville Hospital. I'll contact a doctor.""Okay!"We hadn't spent much time with Jon. He usually clung to Penelope, and if even she couldn't calm him, Luke and I stood no chance.Bringing in a doctor seemed like the best option right now.I agreed and turned the car around at the next intersection."Don't rush. Drive slowly," Luke said.I had been flooring the accelerator, and the car was speeding up. Luke glanced at the dashboard and reminded me.Only then did I r
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"Perhaps he has never been triggered before. If this kind of situation is not promptly addressed, his condition could significantly worsen.""Should we find a specialist?" I asked, feeling worried and disappointed that this was happening just after we had found Jon a suitable mentor."Are you questioning my expertise?" Dr. Thomson challenged."Are you a specialist in this field, Dr. Thomson?""Specialist? You are underestimating me! I am a medical all-rounder genius!"Dr. Thomson spoke with his chest puffed out, exuding confidence in his abilities.My mood lifted, seeing a glimmer of hope. "With Dr. Thomson here, I am sure Jon's condition will improve quickly!""Now that is what I like to hear!" Eric grinned. "But it depends on the specific situation. I cannot guarantee a cure."Me: ...His earlier expression suggested that no medical mystery could stump him, but in the blink of an eye, he was dampening my expectations!The higher the hope, the greater the disappointment. My
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"Be quick," Luke instructed Dr. Thomson, getting ready to approach Jon. People in a frenzy often have much greater strength than usual."I'll help you!" I urgently said."You stay right there and don't move!"Luke swiftly turned back, his voice commanding. His piercing gaze startled me, and I immediately dropped my raised foot, rooted in place. "But how can you handle him alone?"Jon looked thin and weak, but he was still a young man, and it would be difficult for Luke to restrain him in his frenzied state."I can help," Penelope offered, but Professor Killiney held her back."I'm not so old that I'll let a young girl charge in first," he said."Thank you, Professor!" Penelope quickly expressed her gratitude."He's my student. It's my responsibility," Professor Killiney said as he walked towards Jon.Luke and I exchanged glances at his words, and I felt somewhat reassured.Professor Killiney and Luke reached Jon almost simultaneously, their movements perfectly synchronized. T
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Luke and Professor Killiney had something to discuss, so they went to the garden.As we cleaned up, Dr. Thomson was crouched on the floor, examining scattered pills.Were those pills problematic?Dr. Thomson looked intently at them. My gaze shifted from the white pills in his hand to Annette. Memories of my stillborn child flooded my mind, and my hand involuntarily clenched."Jen! What are you thinking? Let go!" Penelope grabbed my wrist, frantically trying to pry open my hand. A sharp pain from my palm snapped me back to reality.I looked down at my now open hand. Blood was trickling out."You're bleeding!" Penelope got up to fetch some tissues.Dr. Thomson found the pill bottle that had rolled away, collected the scattered pills, and put them back in. He picked up his medical bag, saying, "Mr. Walker only asked me to treat Jon, but I guess I'm getting a two-for-one deal here.""Is Jen's injury serious?" Penelope tried to get a closer look, but Dr. Thomson shifted, blocking he
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