Flirting Mistake: I Married My Ex's Billionaire Uncle Overnight

Chapter 374: Did You Really Think I Let Her Go?

Chapter 374: Chapter 374: Did You Really Think I Let Her Go?

"Director Sinclair..." Although Millie Langley was relieved she didn’t have to resign, she was still worried that Nina Sinclair wouldn’t be able to resolve the issue, and she would end up being implicated.

Nina Sinclair gave her a reassuring look, "Don’t worry."

Then, she took Rebecca Lowell’s design draft.

Seeing that there was nothing more to see, everyone dispersed, except for Yvonne Crowe, who stood there unwillingly, her eyes dark with dissatisfaction.

Yvonne had thought she could gain some advantage, but unexpectedly Nina Sinclair managed to muddle through, leaving her with a feeling of discontent.

What a pity!

She leaned toward Rebecca Lowell and whispered, "Rebecca, how could you let Nina Sinclair off so easily? If you’d pushed her to resign just now, I could’ve become the director and helped you."

Yvonne’s words sounded nice, but in reality, it was for her own benefit to become the design director.

Rebecca Lowell let out a light snort and said, "Do you really think I let her off?"

Yvonne showed a puzzled expression upon hearing this.

Rebecca Lowell smiled mysteriously, without revealing her intentions to Yvonne, leaving Yvonne itching with curiosity. However, she knew that as long as she continued to curry favor with Rebecca Lowell, she would gain more benefits in the future.

Yvonne hurriedly flattered, "Rebecca, if you ever need anything from me, I’ll do my best to help."

Rebecca Lowell certainly knew Yvonne was trying to gain benefits from her. Whether or not she would give her any benefits, she relished in the servility showered upon her.

"Alright, since you’re so perceptive, I won’t forget your benefits."

Yvonne’s eyes lit up upon hearing this, "Thank you, Rebecca!"

After Nina Sinclair returned to her desk, she spread out the design draft. Although it was stained with coffee, the base draft was still clearly visible and only required minor touch-ups and redrawing, which was not difficult for her.

"Director Sinclair, can this be restored?" Millie Langley asked anxiously from the side.

"Yes."

Upon hearing this, Millie Langley’s tense brows finally relaxed, showing a relieved expression, "Great, if it can be restored, then I won’t be dismissed."

Hearing Millie’s words, Nina Sinclair smiled, "Rest assured, this isn’t a big deal, not enough for a resignation."

"Director Sinclair, you’re so kind, thank you!"

Moved, Millie Langley looked at Nina Sinclair with teary eyes, filled with heartfelt gratitude.

Nina Sinclair sighed softly and said, "This matter has passed for now, but things may not be peaceful in the future. Millie, you need to be careful not to let them find any leverage against you, and... forgive me for the inconvenience."

Although this issue was stirred up by Millie Langley, the real reason she was targeted was because she was Nina Sinclair’s assistant.

Hearing Nina Sinclair apologize to her, Millie Langley quickly waved her hands in a panic.

"Director Sinclair, I feel no grievance. I am your assistant, and these are things I should bear. It was my lack of caution, and I will be more careful in the future."

Nina Sinclair heard this and curled her lips slightly.

It seemed Millie Langley was a sensible young woman who didn’t resent being implicated.

"Alright, let’s work together to restore the draft."

"Okay!"

Suddenly, Nina Sinclair remembered something, her expression becoming slightly serious.

She said to Millie Langley, "By the way, starting today, record videos of me restoring the draft every day and post them online, without missing a single day."

"Huh? Why? These design drafts haven’t been officially released; it’s not good to make them public like this, right?" Millie Langley asked, full of doubts.

"Then post them on your private account, where no one will see them."

Nina Sinclair was not doing this intentionally; her past experiences forced her to be cautious, afraid of falling into any traps again.

"Alright, I do have a private account with no followers, just a place for me to vent and rant."

"Okay, let’s start."

Afterwards, the two of them began to restore Rebecca Lowell’s draft. The earlier incident quickly dissipated without leChapter 375: I Need to Think It Over

Chapter 375: Chapter 375: I Need to Think It Over

President of Zenith’s office.

Marcus Walsh stood respectfully in front of Julian Lancaster, reporting, "President Lancaster, it seems like Vincent Lancaster has been looking into your affairs recently."

Julian Lancaster paused his work and looked up at him.

"We found out that Vincent has been secretly offering a high price to buy your candid photos, but the reporters destroyed those photos long ago, and even if anyone kept them, no one dares to sell them to him."

Julian had always dismissed this inept nephew and wasn’t worried about Nina Sinclair going back to Vincent.

He snorted lightly, "Don’t bother with him."

Right now, Julian was thinking about another matter.

Sierra Sinclair had already resigned, and now the newly established jewelry department, Elysian, needed a leader. He wanted to appoint Nina Sinclair.

But his current status didn’t allow him to do it directly.

The best way was for Nina Sinclair to naturally take the position and gain everyone’s support.

He looked up at Marcus and instructed, "Elysian is currently lacking a leader. Spread the word and select someone from among all the employees at Elysian."

Marcus knew that Julian wanted to manipulate the situation from behind the scenes.

Although it was said to select from all employees, it essentially meant letting Nina Sinclair stand out and become the leader of Elysian.

He nodded immediately and said, "Yes."

After speaking, Marcus turned to leave, but unexpectedly, Julian called him back, "Marcus, wait a moment."

Marcus stopped and turned around, "President Lancaster, do you have any other instructions?"

Julian paused and asked, "I heard you’ve started dating?"

"Uh..." Marcus was a bit surprised that Julian would be interested in his personal affairs.

Recently, his relationship with Rebecca Lowell had progressed quickly. They confirmed their relationship just a couple of days ago, and he had told Walter Wyatt about it this morning. He didn’t expect that President Lancaster already knew, likely thanks to Walter’s big mouth!

A hint of embarrassment appeared on Marcus’s face as he said in a low voice, "Yes, I’ve just started dating someone, she’s also from our company, but don’t worry, President Lancaster, I won’t let it affect my work!"

Even though Zenith didn’t have rules against office romances, Marcus was still a bit nervous.

Julian initially wanted to remind Marcus to be mindful of the implications since Marcus represented him, but he thought it unnecessary and decided not to say anything.

He said, "Okay, go ahead."

Marcus breathed a sigh of relief and turned to leave the office.

...

The office fell silent once more.

Julian Lancaster’s brows furrowed tightly as he recalled the events of last night, a look of helplessness appearing on his face.

It was clear that Nina Sinclair was very resistant to him, keeping her heart closed, and as long as she refused to open up, they would remain stuck like this.

This wasn’t a solution, but he had no better ideas.

Ding—

The phone on the table suddenly rang.

Julian glanced down; it was a message from Sharon Lancaster.

Sharon: "Bro, what are you up to?"

"Need money?" Julian slowly typed his reply.

After a short wait, Sharon called him directly.

Julian swiped to answer, and before he could say anything, Sharon blurted out, "Bro! What do you mean by that? Who are you trying to insult with money? Can’t I, as your sister, just be concerned about you?"

"Hmm, I was originally thinking of letting you usChapter 376: Of Course, Get Closer to Her

Chapter 376: Chapter 376: Of Course, Get Closer to Her

Normally, Julian is always generous with Sharon, never refusing her requests.

He whispered, "I’ll have Marcus give you the card."

After benefiting from him, Sharon felt she should do something for Julian.

She said, "Brother, is there anything you need me to do recently? I’ll definitely do my best to help!"

Julian’s eyes darkened slightly, somewhat troubled as he said, "Nina is a bit resistant to me now."

Although it was hard to speak about, he felt there was no need to hide it in front of Sharon.

Sharon exclaimed, "Oh? How long has this been going on?"

"Since the last time at Goldenleaf Manor."

"Ah... could it be that your extraordinary talents scare Nina? After all, for a girl, if her first impression is not good, it can indeed leave a psychological shadow."

Besides this reason, there seemed to be no other explanation.

Julian, hearing this, had a look of regret in his eyes, unclear if he had hurt Nina.

"Actually, it’s not unsolvable!" Sharon said with a serious tone, "Since Nina has a psychological shadow, you just have to dispel it!"

"How to dispel it?"

"Of course, by getting closer to her! Once she gets used to it, she won’t resist you anymore!" Although Sharon had little experience in love, she could rattle off dating tips thanks to her extensive reading of romance novels.

She had seen every trick in romancing a girl.

Now giving advice to Julian, she spoke with great confidence.

Julian felt that what she said made sense, and his doubts were immediately resolved.

...

The news that Elysian was holding elections for a new leader quickly spread throughout the department.

Many, upon hearing this, were excited and thrilled.

The announcement mentioned selecting from Elysian’s staff, with no specific qualifications required. Does that mean anyone can register to run?

This was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!

Many were eager to try.

Rebecca was also very happy. She had just tentatively complained to President Lancaster about the chaos in Elysian without leadership.

President Lancaster assured her that it would soon change.

She didn’t expect it to be like this!

By selecting a leader so broadly, it seems he wanted to avoid any talk about favoritism.

Rebecca smirked slightly, feeling sweetly pleased, thinking President Lancaster was really good to her!

She glanced at the faces around her, full of keen discussions, and chuckled inwardly: These people are daydreaming if they think just by participating, they’ll get selected?

They’re just going along for the ride and are overjoyed, it’s laughable!

Busy repairing a draft, Nina didn’t know about this.

It was Millie, curious about the noise from outside, who went out to investigate and returned excitedly with the great news.

"Director Sinclair, Elysian is selecting a leader!!" Millie said, beaming with excitement, "This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. If you become the leader, you won’t have to fear them anymore."

Chapter 377: President Lancaster Wants to Help His Girlfriend Rise to Power

Chapter 377: Chapter 377: President Lancaster Wants to Help His Girlfriend Rise to Power

Millie Langley’s excitement gradually cooled down. She looked at Nina Sinclair, and asked in surprise, "What’s wrong? Don’t you want to be a leader?"

Nina Sinclair gathered her thoughts and put on a faint smile.

"No, I just need to think about it."

Upon hearing this, Millie Langley was a bit curious. Most people would be eager to take up such an opportunity immediately, yet Nina Sinclair said she needed to think it over. What was there to consider?

Nina Sinclair didn’t say much more, just continued her restoration work earnestly.

But during the breaks, she couldn’t help but think of her past at the Sinclair Group. Back then, she entered the Sinclair Group and held a leadership position.

incident occurred that caused half a year’s effort of the whole group

significant impact on her, so hearing about being a

Sinclair received a message from Julian Lancaster saying he would

had just walked downstairs when she saw his

the car door and got

today?" Julian

the minor issues that had come up, feeling a faint headache again. Rebecca Lowell’s draft might take about three days to restore, and only then would

surprises, but it’s okay,

didn’t want to worry Julian Lancaster, so she

Sinclair has been dismissed, and now Elysian is leaderless.

helplessly, "I feel like President Lancaster is probably trying to promote

Julian Lancaster: "..."

his identity, he might have thought that she already knew what he was secretly doing

President Lancaster was actually Marcus

just started dating, and the woman he was seeing seemed to be a

wonder Nina would think this

cleared his throat uneasily and said, "President Lancaster did make that decision, but I believe he’s a fair

secretly praised himself

however, was unconvinced. She said, "You never know, people always support their girlfriends, right? My assistant asked me today if I wanted to participate, and

up by President Lancaster for Rebecca Lowell, and all

anything more, Julian Lancaster said, "You should participate."Chapter

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"But..." Nina Sinclair hesitated.

might not be able to lead the team properly, and feared that any mistakes

Julian Lancaster continued, "Managers at Zenith have the qualification to purchase property at Royal Vista Estates, and they get a ten

stared

What!?

qualification to purchase at Royal Vista Estates, and

benefits at Zenith would be so great, considering Royal Vista Estates is one of Veridia’s most sought-after developments.

She was tempted!

wanted to buy a property at Royal Vista

though she was uncertain about her and Julian

wished to own the place where they had

her little penchant; she had once told him she really liked Royal Vista Estates. However, now that he’s just a driver and assistant, he couldn’t directly

her make an effort while secretly gifting it later seemed like

repeatedly,

mind without further hesitation, "I’ve decided!

lips curved slightly, "Alright, go

along the way, and once back at Royal Vista

tasks, while Julian Lancaster assisted her, their

at Julian Lancaster. His long, slender fingers were skillfully

cast shadows from above, highlighting his

couldn’t help but

to, which was why they could cooperate so perfectly. It seemed she had

noticed Nina Sinclair staring at him with a look of admiration and felt

was

words, perhaps he ought

put down the bowl in his hand and walked over

intentions, and when he was suddenly very close,

back pressed against the counter, leaving no room for retreat, feeling

Julian, what are you

at her delicate face, "To help you

Sinclair heard these words, and

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379: Don’t

"Nina, don’t resist me."

Lancaster’s words, Nina Sinclair inexplicably felt guilty.

fear and worry gathered together, causing panic

to get close to Nina Sinclair, to make her adapt to his presence quickly, and he gently lifted Nina

slowly covered

his closeness.

Julian Lancaster couldn’t help but

whole body go soft, and she could only collapse in his

later, Julian Lancaster released

as tempting as a peach, which made Julian Lancaster want to kiss

Sinclair detected his intention and reached out to

"Julian... let’s eat."

goes on, they won’t be

replied hoarsely,

busying herself

so difficult,

hurry and investigate Goldenleaf

naturally noticed. After

was briefly

going to be upfront with her. Was her behavior too obvious? Normal men have needs, she can’t keep

closed her eyes and sighed in

it, she decided to tell him everything. She was throwing caution

Nina Sinclair hung her head

thought about where to

"Julian, that day I..."

finished speaking, a bank card was handed to

came to an

"What’s this?"

"A bank card."

are you giving

know you want to buy a house. This is my salary card; I’ll leave it

deposits into the card, equivalent to Felix

her mouth in disbelief, thinking Julian Lancaster wanted to talk about... giving her

made the courage rising in her heart disappear

felt she couldn’t speak

from the regular salary, there’s extra bonuses and benefits.

spoke softly, "You don’t have to give me the entire

Zenith covers meals. I don’t have many personal

speechless, struggling not to cry. Where could one find

all he earns, which

Julian Lancaster stood up, "You’ve worked hard cooking. Take a good rest; I’ll go wash

the kitchenChapter

Signing Up for

kitchen, Julian Lancaster

was just testing

left him

Sinclair seemed somewhat resistant, she didn’t actually reject him;

that over time, she would gradually begin to

they were getting ready

episode during cooking, Nina Sinclair really felt uneasy, worried that Julian Lancaster might act

a long time and finally couldn’t stay in there any longer, so she opened the bathroom door and

Lancaster was lying in bed reading, with

come out, he closed the book and looked

with its neck gripped,

Julian Lancaster gently said, "Why are you

"Oh..."

walking over cautiously and

hand, and she immediately clutched the blanket tightly, holding

patted her head gently and whispered, "Good

thought Julian Lancaster was going

her

relaxed, and as her muscles loosened, sleepiness overcame

...

Nina Sinclair instructed Millie Langley to go register for the Elysian manager

Sinclair in shock and asked, "Director Sinclair, yesterday

a drastic change

casually and said, "Because suddenly, I’m interested again, and since

it!" Millie Langley

assistant now, and if Nina Sinclair gets promoted, she would naturally benefit from it, so she was

were collected by specialists sent from Zenith Headquarters

the

form and was still with a specialist when she saw Millie Langley approaching, immediately

Rebecca Lowell around, under the guise of

was surely meant to let her rise openly

accompanying her asked, "Millie Langley, you don’t also plan to run,

me, it’s Director

entering, Rebecca Lowell snorted coldly, clearly not considering

finished the manuscript restoration? To think

Rebecca Lowell and handed

then turned and

Birthday

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Crestfall, Lancaster Family.

the Lancaster

visit Old Master Lancaster and Old Madam Lancaster, and the group is

is my daughter Heidi." Justin Leighton introduced while giving Heidi a look, softly saying, "Heidi, hurry

speak of your illustrious achievements, and today I finally get to meet you in person. You’re just

complimenting Old Master Lancaster, presenting herself gracefully,

any presence; I’m

be old? You seem

like hearing compliments? Though the words were slightly exaggerated, they brought a

Lancaster secretly assessed Heidi Leighton,

comparable to those in Crestfall. This time, it seems he

Heidi had gained his

been meticulously raised from a young age, paying attention in all aspects, aiming for a high marriage someday. Now

regarding the matter you previously mentioned, I’ve discussed it with Heidi, she has

"When do you think would be suitable to arrange a

not to have met, allowing Old Master Lancaster to

Master Lancaster pondered

that woman, even declaring he’d rather give up on the Lancaster

He must intervene.

attend a meeting was nearly

Lancaster thought of

said, "Next week is Moira’s birthday, why don’t you both come, and I can arrange things

Kendall. Justin Leighton had already heard about

would be a casual meal, yet Old Master

Old Master Lancaster’s favor, wouldn’t it be as good as announcing Heidi’s identity as the

of the Lancaster

I Want to Talk

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and asked, "Are you really planning to form a marriage alliance

standing of many families in Crestfall,

because of that troublesome boy Julian, anyway. Since Justin

Heidi Leighton’s well-educated demeanor and perfect beauty, she was the ideal

utterly unwilling to accept a woman with no

he would give up the future inheritance of the Lancaster Family, Old Master Lancaster had groomed him for so long,

this matter to set things right and find the best

Madam Lancaster sighed and said, "You’ve never even met Julian’s wife. How do you know she’s not capable? Since she can make Julian love her so much, she

still leaned towards supporting Julian Lancaster, hoping he

snorted stubbornly, "What exceptional qualities! Such a woman’s exceptional quality is just in ensnaring

divorcing Nina Sinclair had really made him furious, and he still

your mind, I won’t say

tired to argue with this obstinate old man. Didn’t she know his bad temper well?

got up and

him, Old

Lancaster’s own good, as if he would harm

with Aunt Ann, who had served her for many years, by her

he so stubborn? Wouldn’t it be better to

the Master disciplines deeply because he cares deeply; he just wants what’s best for Young Master Julian." Aunt Ann,

son of the Lancaster Family fell for a woman they didn’t approve of, and both stopped him from pursuing her, leading

Lancaster might also fear that Julian Lancaster would overreact

matter cannot be left

calculating gleam appeared in Old Madam Lancaster’s

though acting on her own might make Old Master Lancaster furious, she was never afraid of

Ann, find out the contact informChapter 383: I’m

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process of restoring Rebecca Lowell’s manuscript when she unexpectedly received a call from Old Madam Lancaster. Hearing

may I ask who’s

"Nina Sinclair?"

furrowed her brow in confusion,

was an unfamiliar

a hint of caution, "Who are you? Do you need something

"I am Julian’s grandmother."

Old Madam Lancaster reveal her identity, Nina Sinclair was both startled and

Julian Lancaster’s grandmother?

many relatives does

a sister appeared, followed by his parents, then his aunt,

even more relatives coming

Lancaster once mentioned that

whether it was similar to

surprise and asked respectfully, "May

"Julian’s grandfather has fallen ill, and he wishes to

reveal the reason for the birthday banquet to Nina Sinclair, fearing that if Nina knew, she

into coming the day before

Lancaster had someone investigate Nina Sinclair, Old Madam Lancaster learned about her and knew that Nina was still unaware of Julian

not mind the family’s situation must have good

be discussed after meeting

ill?" Nina Sinclair was surprised and asked, "Does Julian know about