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.

However, not long after, an incident occurred that caused half a year’s effort of the whole group to go to waste.

Although the issue was resolved in time, it left a significant impact on her, so hearing about being a leader again didn’t excite her as it might others.

After work, Nina Sinclair received a message from Julian Lancaster saying he would pick her up.

She had just walked downstairs when she saw his car appear before her.

Nina Sinclair opened the car door and got in.

"How was work today?" Julian Lancaster asked casually.

Nina Sinclair recalled 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 this matter be concluded.

"There were some minor surprises, but it’s okay, I can handle it."


She didn’t want to worry Julian Lancaster, so she downplayed it.

But she then thought about the leadership election in Elysian, so she added, "Also, Sierra Sinclair has been dismissed, and now Elysian is leaderless. The senior management has given a notice saying they’ll choose a leader from among us..."

After pausing for a moment, Nina sighed helplessly, "I feel like President Lancaster is probably trying to promote his girlfriend."

Julian Lancaster: "..."

If he didn’t know that Nina was unaware of his identity, he might have thought that she already knew what he was secretly doing to elevate her.

But in Nina’s eyes, President Lancaster was actually Marcus Walsh.

Plus, Marcus Walsh had just started dating, and the woman he was seeing seemed to be a designer from Elysian.

wonder Nina would think this

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

secretly praised himself a

never know, people always support their girlfriends, right? My

incident, she was also afraid that this was a selection process set up by President Lancaster for Rebecca Lowell, and all other participants were just foils. If that’s the case, she didn’t want to waste her

Lancaster said, "You should participate."Chapter 378: Deciding to

378: Deciding to

"But..." Nina Sinclair hesitated.

to lead the team properly, and feared that any mistakes she

"Managers at Zenith have the qualification to purchase property at

Sinclair stared in

What!?

purchase at Royal Vista Estates, and with a ten percent

for real? She never imagined the leadership benefits at Zenith would be so great, considering Royal Vista Estates is one of Veridia’s most sought-after developments. Even if ordinary people

She was tempted!

at Royal Vista Estates, as it’s filled with memories of

uncertain about her and Julian

to own the place

Sinclair, aware of her little penchant; she had once told him she really liked Royal Vista Estates. However, now that he’s just a driver and assistant,

surface, letting her make an effort while

expression change repeatedly, Julian Lancaster knew


enough, Nina Sinclair made up her mind without

lips curved slightly, "Alright, go

grocery shopping at the market along the way, and once back at Royal Vista Estates,

the main tasks, while

Julian Lancaster. His long, slender fingers were skillfully mixing the eggs with chopsticks, his movements

cast shadows from above, highlighting his handsome and charming

help but

which was why they could cooperate so perfectly. It seemed she had transformed this man well; it would be such a

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

for him, she was only avoiding him due to psychological shadows

Lancaster’s words, perhaps he ought to give it a

the bowl in his hand and

Julian Lancaster approached, unsure of his intentions, and when he was suddenly very close, she


counter, leaving no room for

are you trying

lowered his eyes, gazing at her delicate face, "To help you get used to me, I need to be

Sinclair heard these words, and her heart

greatly accustomed to Julian LancasterChapter

379:

"Nina, don’t resist me."

words, Nina Sinclair

worry gathered together, causing panic inside her, she instinctively rejected

close to Nina Sinclair, to make her adapt to his presence

slowly covered her soft

his closeness. With such conflicting feelings, she allowed the man to kiss

Julian Lancaster couldn’t

made Nina Sinclair’s whole body go soft,

moment later, Julian Lancaster

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

detected his intention and

"Julian... let’s eat."

won’t be able to hide

replied hoarsely,


and started busying herself with cooking, silently wanting

so difficult, moving

to hurry and investigate

noticed. After they finished eating, he said,

was briefly

behavior too obvious? Normal men

closed her eyes and sighed

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

Sinclair hung

about where

"Julian, that day I..."

finished speaking, a bank card was

words came to an abrupt


"What’s this?"

"A bank card."

what are you giving me a

Lancaster smiled and said, "I know you want to buy a house.

deposits into the card, equivalent

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

goodness! His interruption made the courage rising in her

she couldn’t

from the

Sinclair was somewhat bewildered; she spoke softly, "You don’t have to give me the entire card. You should deduct your expenses first and then transfer the rest

meals. I don’t have

to cry. Where could one find such a perfect

walking ATM, submitting all he


cooking. Take a good rest;

walked towards the kitchenChapter 380: Signing

380: Signing

kitchen, Julian Lancaster lightly

was just testing

result left

she didn’t actually reject him; maybe it’s just a psychological shadow that she will eventually get

over time, she would gradually

were getting

Sinclair really felt uneasy, worried that Julian Lancaster

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

bed reading, with only the bedside

he

Sinclair immediately froze like a cat with its neck

Julian Lancaster gently said, "Why are

"Oh..."

walking over cautiously


reached out his hand, and she immediately clutched the blanket tightly, holding

turned off the light, then patted her head gently and whispered, "Good

Lancaster was going to do

scared her half to

relaxed, and as her muscles loosened, sleepiness

...

instructed Millie Langley to go register

Sinclair, yesterday

change overnight was

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

Langley cheerfully went.

Sinclair gets promoted, she would naturally benefit from it,

by specialists sent from Zenith Headquarters and then uniformly submitted


half of the Elysian

still with a specialist when she saw Millie

the guise of accompanying her, but

secretly thinking it was surely meant to

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

not me, it’s

Lowell snorted

manuscript restoration? To think

Rebecca Lowell

turned and

Birthday

Chapter 381: Birthday Banquet

Crestfall, Lancaster Family.

Lancaster Family

Heidi Leighton to visit Old Master Lancaster and Old Madam Lancaster, and the

Justin Leighton introduced while giving Heidi a look, softly saying, "Heidi, hurry up

of your illustrious achievements, and today I finally get to meet

smiled faintly, subtly complimenting Old Master Lancaster, presenting herself gracefully, exuding

any presence; I’m just an old

seem just like my father, truly

like hearing compliments? Though the words were slightly exaggerated, they brought a broad smile to Old Master Lancaster’s

secretly assessed Heidi

a young lady comparable to those in Crestfall. This time, it seems he found the right woman for Julian

Old Master Lancaster smiling, Justin Leighton realized Heidi had gained his approval, allowing

aspects, aiming for a high marriage someday. Now

the matter you previously mentioned, I’ve


think would be suitable

had already met Julian Lancaster, now they pretend not to have

this, Old Master

to stay involved with that woman, even declaring he’d

He must intervene.

meeting was nearly impossible, so he had

Master Lancaster thought of

week is Moira’s birthday, why don’t

Old Master Lancaster’s affectionate name for Old Madam Lancaster, Moira Kendall. Justin Leighton had

Lancaster would be a casual

Old Master Lancaster’s favor, wouldn’t it be as good as

of the Lancaster Family,

to Talk to

I Want

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

had previously complained about the poor standing of many families in Crestfall, yet now he had quickly settled on the

lightly, "It’s all because of that troublesome boy Julian, anyway. Since

and perfect beauty, she was the ideal

was utterly unwilling to accept a woman with no family background

Lancaster Family, Old Master Lancaster had groomed him for so long, how could he truly

he must intervene in this matter to set things right and find the best noblewoman

do you know she’s not capable? Since she can make

Julian Lancaster, hoping he

qualities! Such a woman’s exceptional quality is just in ensnaring

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

you’ve made up your mind, I won’t say

Didn’t she know his bad temper

got up and walked


Madam Lancaster ignored him, Old

for Julian Lancaster’s own

in the yard, Old Madam Lancaster started tending to the flowerbeds, with Aunt Ann, who had served her

why is he so stubborn? Wouldn’t it be better to let

wants what’s best for Young Master Julian." Aunt Ann, having been with Old Madam Lancaster for many

understanding of Old Madam Lancaster, she hoped Julian Lancaster would choose the woman he wanted. After all, years ago, the fourth son of the Lancaster Family fell for a woman they didn’t approve of, and both

Lancaster might also fear that Julian Lancaster

No, this matter cannot

appeared in Old

might make Old Master Lancaster furious, she was never

out the

383: I’m Julian’s

manuscript when she unexpectedly received a call from Old Madam Lancaster. Hearing the phone ring, she

may I ask

"Nina Sinclair?"

directly address her by name, Nina Sinclair furrowed her brow in confusion, full of doubt about

the phone; it was an

"Who are you? Do you need something

"I am Julian’s grandmother."

reveal her identity, Nina Sinclair was both startled and apprehensive, left

Julian Lancaster’s grandmother?

many relatives does he

sister appeared, followed by his parents,

even more relatives coming

once mentioned

know why Julian Lancaster’s grandmother was looking for her, whether it was similar to Julian’s aunt, she considered Julian’s grandmother an elder


respectfully,

ill, and he wishes to see you.

the birthday banquet to Nina Sinclair, fearing that if Nina knew, she might not

day before the banquet, so she could

had someone investigate Nina Sinclair, Old Madam Lancaster learned about her and knew that Nina was still unaware of Julian Lancaster’s identity. So when Elder Lancaster opposed Nina Sinclair, she

not mind the family’s situation

to be

Sinclair was surprised and asked,

then started to briefly talk about

that regardless of the reason for their argument, Julian

comforted her, "Don’t worry, I will

Julian. If their misunderstanding is not resolved, knowing I’m contacting you will definitely make

to meet Nina Sinclair would be ruined, as Julian would surely protect her and not let


hearing this, Nina Sinclair

Julian to prevent his grandfather’s

is really not Chapter

384: Chapter 384: Don’t Tell

a hard one. If the other party was a tough nut, she wouldn’t back down, but from the moment she started dealing with Old Madam Lancaster, her attitude had been

making it impossible

finally gritted her teeth and said, "Alright then, what’s your

come over this Sunday. I’ll send

"Okay." Nina nodded.

Old Madam Lancaster specified the time for her visit, Nina assumed

Lancaster reminded her repeatedly,

got

Nina felt

was with the Sinclair Family, her grandmother had been very kind

after her mother met with an incident, her grandmother fell ill quickly and passed away not long

some time before she got

it on her mother, saying that it was her fault their grandmother fell ill. On the day of

things to her at the time, telling


members, a hint of coldness flashed in

longer family. It’s better not to think about

Nina’s phone suddenly chimed with a message. It was the address from Old Madam Lancaster, and surprisingly it was in

relatively remote area

the places there. She remembered that area had a large wetland park, and nearby were facilities like a retirement

Julian Lancaster’s grandfather

ponder much, just opened the

set date reminders on the calendar for the days she could visit her mother. Since coming to Veridia recently, it

to Crestfall this

her uncle

had to make,

consecutive days, Nina was

so recreating Rebecca’s sketches wasn’t a difficult task. Conveniently, she finished it within three


the day she went to work, Nina handed over Chapter

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Lowell’s questioning tone and immediately said, "Rebecca Lowell, you said before that if the sketches were restored within three days, you

nodded and said,

stared at the

better than Rebecca Lowell’s? Look at the fluidity of those lines,

dirty before, it should have been indistinguishable. Maybe Director

and from St. Seth’s Royal Academy. It’s not

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