All Chapters of The Failed Takeover: Chapter 1 - Chapter 10

"Babe, why aren't you sleeping yet? It’s that time of the month for you, so you really shouldn't be staying up this late!"Harlan brought over a glass of warm milk, which he brewed and placed in my hands. Then, he brought a blanket and gently draped it around me, asking tenderly, "Is your back sore? Would you like me to massage you?"I closed the file in my hand and smiled brightly at him. "Yasmine's school recital is coming up soon. She's been unhappy with the piece she's been practicing. I got the most renowned pianist in the country to come and coach her in a couple of days."Harlan looked touched. "You're always so dedicated to Yasmine. When she becomes successful, she’ll surely repay you a hundredfold!"I looked at Harlan and replied naturally, "Of course. Yasmine is smart and talented. Being her mother is my greatest blessing."Harlan sighed gently and embraced me from behind. "The Thornes are incredibly blessed that I married such a wonderful wife like you!"Turning my fac

With my support, the procedures for Yasmine's study abroad were processed quickly. The study destination of choice was decided after lengthy discussions between Harlan and Yasmine, and Lana helped pack her belongings—six large suitcases in total.While waiting for the paperwork to be finalized, I started introducing Yasmine to the company operations. Under my subtle guidance, she quickly gained a firm foothold in the company and even cultivated her own circle of trusted aides.The day of departure was a bright and sunny one. Harlan held his daughter’s hand, giving her endless reminders like a doting father.Pushing five of the suitcases by herself, Lana looked at me and said with her head held high, "Dana, I’ve been raising Yasmine since I came to your home. I can’t bear the thought of her being all alone in a foreign country. This time, I’ll accompany her there. Harlan has already paid for everything."Harlan awkwardly rubbed his hands and looked at me apologetically. "I’m just wo

Lana looked at me warily. “What are you trying to pull now?”Harlan stepped in front of the mother and daughter, shielding them. “If you have a problem, take it out on me! Don’t make things difficult for my love and our child!”The reporters and shareholders watching us all stared at me intently.I removed the tourmaline pendant from around my neck—a piece I had always kept close—and handed it to Yasmine. “This is the tourmaline heirloom of the Roberts family. It’s only passed down to daughters, not sons. Even though you’re not my biological child, in my heart, you’re no different from my own.“I hope this tourmaline heirloom will protect your health and ensure a life free of worries. And I also hope the three of you will live in harmony and happiness forever.”Yasmine froze, unsure of how to respond to my words.Lana snapped out of it first and reached out to snatch the pendant, trying to smash it. “Do you think a piece of useless rock can sow discord between us? Dream on, Dana!

It wasn’t long before I heard the news that Stephen Salvador was going to get engaged to Yasmine. As a recent business sensation, his engagement announcement immediately caused an uproar in the business circles of Jing City."How could such a great guy like Stephen Salvador end up with someone like Yasmine, that trash?""Oh my God, how many young girls in Triton Valley are losing sleep over this tonight?! Why did Mr. Salvador settle down so quickly?!""I heard that Mr. Salvador flew in all the bouquets at the engagement party from France!""I know, I know! Mr. Salvador had a Vera Wang engagement dress tailored for Yasmine, and the diamonds alone cost eight figures!""Oh my God, what do I need to do to get a life like Yasmine's? First, a brainless mother willing to sacrifice everything, then a wealthy CEO making it rain money for her!"On the day of the engagement, countless internet celebrities fought for an invitation and started livestreaming from the hotel entrance. As soon as

The voice carried a bone-chilling coldness and an overwhelming anger.The man wore a bespoke suit while his broad shoulders and long legs lent him an imposing presence. His face was incredibly handsome, and every inch of him exuded an aura of untouchable nobility. He was the star of today’s engagement luncheon, Stephen Salvador.Many people had only heard of him on the news or financial channels, but they were now stunned into silence by his powerful aura when they saw him in person."My God, is this Stephen Salvador? I didn’t expect him to be so handsome in real life! He’s even more captivating than those celebrities!""Wow, the engagement luncheon with Yasmine hasn’t even started yet, has it? Can we have him instead? I think I could be a match too!"Lana was the first to react, rushing up to Stephen and flashing him a flattering smile. "Stephen, did you mistake her for someone else? This woman is a fraud. Out of kindness, we raised Yasmine for her, and she actually thought she w