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

Chapter 404

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.

No wonder Nina would think this way.

Julian Lancaster cleared his throat uneasily and said, "President Lancaster did make that decision, but I believe he’s a fair and just person who wouldn’t engage in favoritism."

He secretly praised himself a bit.

Nina Sinclair, 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 I’m still hesitating."

Apart from the impact of the past 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 efforts participating.

Before Nina Sinclair could say anything more, Julian Lancaster said, "You should participate."Chapter 378: Deciding to Sign Up

Chapter 378: Chapter 378: Deciding to Sign Up

"But..." Nina Sinclair hesitated.

She was worried she might not be able to lead the team properly, and feared that any mistakes she made could affect her team members.

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

Nina Sinclair stared in shock.

What!?

The qualification to purchase at Royal Vista Estates, and with a ten percent discount?

Is this 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 have money, lacking status means they might not be able to buy a place there!

She was tempted!

Nina Sinclair had always wanted to buy a property at Royal Vista Estates, as it’s filled with memories of her and Julian Lancaster.

Even though she was uncertain about her and Julian Lancaster’s future.

But she secretly wished to own the place where they had shared their lives.

Julian Lancaster coolly glanced at Nina 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, he couldn’t directly gift her a property.

On the surface, letting her make an effort while secretly gifting it later seemed like a good idea.

Seeing Nina Sinclair’s expression change repeatedly, Julian Lancaster knew she had agreed.


Sure enough, Nina Sinclair made up her mind without further hesitation, "I’ve decided! I’m going to register!"

Julian Lancaster’s lips curved slightly, "Alright, go for it."

They went grocery shopping at the market along the way, and once back at Royal Vista Estates, Nina Sinclair got busy in the kitchen.

Nina Sinclair was responsible for the main tasks, while Julian Lancaster assisted her, their teamwork was seamless.

She turned and glanced at Julian Lancaster. His long, slender fingers were skillfully mixing the eggs with chopsticks, his movements practiced and agile.

The incandescent light cast shadows from above, highlighting his handsome and charming features.

Nina Sinclair couldn’t help but sigh inwardly, captivated.

He wasn’t making mistakes like he used to, which was why they could cooperate so perfectly. It seemed she had transformed this man well; it would be such a shame to pass him onto another woman.

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

So she did have feelings for him, she was only avoiding him due to psychological shadows he’d cast?

Recalling Sharon Lancaster’s words, perhaps he ought to give it a try.

Julian Lancaster put down the bowl in his hand and walked over to Nina Sinclair.

Nina Sinclair’s heart raced as Julian Lancaster approached, unsure of his intentions, and when he was suddenly very close, she realized their posture was too intimate.


Her lower back pressed against the counter, leaving no room for retreat, feeling enveloped in his embrace.

"Lu... Julian, what are you trying to do?"

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

Nina Sinclair heard these words, and her heart skipped a beat.

She was greatly accustomed to Julian LancasterChapter 379: Don’t Resist Me

Chapter 379: Chapter 379: Don’t Resist Me

"Nina, don’t resist me."

Hearing Julian Lancaster’s words, Nina Sinclair inexplicably felt guilty.

She really didn’t do it on purpose, but because fear and worry gathered together, causing panic inside her, she instinctively rejected his approach.

Julian Lancaster seemed determined to get close to Nina Sinclair, to make her adapt to his presence quickly, and he gently lifted Nina Sinclair’s chin.

Then, slowly covered her soft lips.

Nina Sinclair’s body was resistant, but her heart longed for his closeness. With such conflicting feelings, she allowed the man to kiss her deeper.

Perceiving Nina Sinclair gradually relaxing, Julian Lancaster couldn’t help but get closer to her.

The successive kisses made Nina Sinclair’s whole body go soft, and she could only collapse in his arms.

A moment later, Julian Lancaster released Nina Sinclair.

Because of shortness of breath, her cheeks were flushed red, making her look as tempting as a peach, which made Julian Lancaster want to kiss her again.

But Nina Sinclair detected his intention and reached out to block his chest.

"Julian... let’s eat."

If this goes on, they won’t be able to hide it anymore.

Julian Lancaster replied hoarsely, "Okay."


Freed, Nina Sinclair avoided him, embarrassed, and started busying herself with cooking, silently wanting to cry without tears.

Why does it feel so difficult, moving in together?

She needs to hurry and investigate Goldenleaf Manor!

During dinner, Nina Sinclair felt uneasy, which Julian Lancaster naturally noticed. After they finished eating, he said, "Nina, shall we have a good talk?"

Nina Sinclair was briefly stunned.

She felt Julian Lancaster was going to be upfront with her. Was her behavior too obvious? Normal men have needs, she can’t keep going on like this.

She gently closed her eyes and sighed in her heart.

Forget it, she decided to tell him everything. She was throwing caution to the wind!

The two sat on the sofa, Nina Sinclair hung her head low, looking particularly downcast.

She thought about where to start...

"Julian, that day I..."

Before Nina Sinclair finished speaking, a bank card was handed to her.

Her words came to an abrupt stop.


"What’s this?"

"A bank card."

"I know, what are you giving me a bank card for?"

Julian Lancaster smiled and said, "I know you want to buy a house. This is my salary card; I’ll leave it to you from now on."

He had already set up monthly deposits into the card, equivalent to Felix Ford, Marcus Walsh, and others’ salaries.

Nina Sinclair was surprised, opened her mouth in disbelief, thinking Julian Lancaster wanted to talk about... giving her household money?!

My goodness! His interruption made the courage rising in her heart disappear instantly.

Now she felt she couldn’t speak further.

Julian Lancaster said, "My salary isn’t very high, but apart from the regular salary, there’s extra bonuses and benefits. It should be decent."

"Uh..." Nina 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 to me."

"No need, Zenith covers meals. I don’t have many personal expenses."

Nina Sinclair was speechless, struggling not to cry. Where could one find such a perfect man!

He’s simply a walking ATM, submitting all he earns, which is truly touching.


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

After he said this, he walked towards the kitchenChapter 380: Signing Up for the Election

Chapter 380: Chapter 380: Signing Up for the Election

In the kitchen, Julian Lancaster lightly smirked.

He was just testing her earlier.

The result left him very satisfied.

Even though Nina Sinclair seemed somewhat resistant, she didn’t actually reject him; maybe it’s just a psychological shadow that she will eventually get over.

He believed that over time, she would gradually begin to accept him again.

At night, they were getting ready for bed.

After the little episode during cooking, Nina Sinclair really felt uneasy, worried that Julian Lancaster might act unpredictably.

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

Julian Lancaster was lying in bed reading, with only the bedside lamp on.

When he saw Nina Sinclair come out, he closed the book and looked over at her.

Nina Sinclair immediately froze like a cat with its neck gripped, not daring to move.

Seemingly aware of her reluctance, Julian Lancaster gently said, "Why are you standing there? Come here."

"Oh..."

Nina Sinclair continued nervously, walking over cautiously and lying down beside him.


Suddenly, Julian Lancaster reached out his hand, and she immediately clutched the blanket tightly, holding her breath, feeling very tense.

Unexpectedly, he just turned off the light, then patted her head gently and whispered, "Good night, sleep well."

Goodness, she thought Julian Lancaster was going to do something.

It scared her half to death.

Nina Sinclair gradually relaxed, and as her muscles loosened, sleepiness overcame her, and she slowly drifted off.

...

The next day, after arriving at the office, Nina Sinclair instructed Millie Langley to go register for the Elysian manager competition.

Millie Langley looked at Nina Sinclair in shock and asked, "Director Sinclair, yesterday you didn’t seem interested in participating. Why the change in decision today?"

Such a drastic change overnight was indeed surprising.

Nina Sinclair smiled casually and said, "Because suddenly, I’m interested again, and since there are no constraints, hurry and sign me up."

"Got it!" Millie Langley cheerfully went.

She is Nina Sinclair’s assistant now, and if Nina Sinclair gets promoted, she would naturally benefit from it, so she was very invested.

The registration forms were collected by specialists sent from Zenith Headquarters and then uniformly submitted up the ranks.


Almost half of the Elysian staff signed up.

Rebecca Lowell had just submitted her form and was still with a specialist when she saw Millie Langley approaching, immediately frowning slightly.

Yvonne Crowe was following Rebecca Lowell around, under the guise of accompanying her, but really hoping to try her luck.

And Rebecca Lowell knew this election was announced from above, secretly thinking it was surely meant to let her rise openly to power; otherwise, they wouldn’t make such a big fuss.

A woman dressed in a designer outfit accompanying her asked, "Millie Langley, you don’t also plan to run, do you?"

"Of course not me, it’s Director Sinclair who’s running!"

Upon hearing that Nina Sinclair was entering, Rebecca Lowell snorted coldly, clearly not considering Nina Sinclair a threat.

"She’s entering the election? Has she finished the manuscript restoration? To think she has the leisure to participate, truly laughable!"

Millie Langley ignored Rebecca Lowell and handed over her documents.

She then turned and left.

Chapter 381: Birthday Banquet Invitation

Chapter 381: Chapter 381: Birthday Banquet Invitation

Crestfall, Lancaster Family.

Today the Lancaster Family has guests.

Justin Leighton brought Heidi Leighton to visit Old Master Lancaster and Old Madam Lancaster, and the group is exchanging pleasantries in the living room.

"Elder Lancaster, this is my daughter Heidi." Justin Leighton introduced while giving Heidi a look, softly saying, "Heidi, hurry up and greet them."

"Elder Lancaster, hello, I’ve always heard my father speak of your illustrious achievements, and today I finally get to meet you in person. You’re just as impressive as I imagined."

Heidi Leighton smiled faintly, subtly complimenting Old Master Lancaster, presenting herself gracefully, exuding the air of an elegant socialite.

"I don’t have any presence; I’m just an old man!"

"How could you be old? You seem just like my father, truly modest."

alongside. Who doesn’t like hearing compliments? Though the words were slightly exaggerated, they brought a

secretly assessed Heidi Leighton,

in Crestfall. This time, it seems he

realized Heidi had gained his

attention in all aspects, aiming for a high marriage someday. Now marrying

spoke, "Elder Lancaster, regarding the matter you previously mentioned,


briefly, then continued, "When do you think would be suitable to arrange a meeting for the

not to have met, allowing

Master Lancaster pondered

Julian Lancaster was determined to stay involved with that woman, even declaring he’d rather

He must intervene.

attend a meeting was nearly impossible, so he

Old Master Lancaster thought of

Moira’s birthday, why don’t you both come, and I can arrange things

Madam Lancaster, Moira Kendall. Justin Leighton had already heard

would be a casual meal, yet Old

favor, wouldn’t it be as good as announcing Heidi’s identity as the future

as the future in-laws of the Lancaster Family, they’d attract considerable attention, leading

I Want to

382: I Want

Leighton left, Old Madam Lancaster glanced at Old Master Lancaster and asked, "Are you really planning to form a

poor standing of many families in Crestfall, yet now he

boy Julian, anyway. Since Justin Leighton

perfect beauty, she was the ideal daughter-in-law in his

utterly unwilling to accept a woman with no

though Julian Lancaster had said he would give up the future inheritance of the Lancaster Family, Old

must intervene in this matter to set things right and find the best noblewoman to be the future matriarch of

know she’s not capable? Since she can make Julian love her so much, she must

towards supporting Julian Lancaster, hoping he could be with

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

Old Master Lancaster to avoid divorcing Nina Sinclair

made up your

was too tired to argue with this obstinate old man. Didn’t she know his bad temper well? It was unlikely she could easily change his

up and walked


that Old Madam Lancaster ignored him, Old Master

he did was for Julian Lancaster’s own good, as

started tending to the flowerbeds, with Aunt Ann, who had served her for many years, by her

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

best for Young Master Julian." Aunt Ann, having been with Old Madam Lancaster for many years, knew that disagreements between her and Old

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

also fear that Julian

No, this matter cannot be left

calculating gleam appeared in

she was never afraid of him, and she couldn’t let Old

said, "Aunt Ann, find out the

383:

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

may I ask

"Nina Sinclair?"

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

phone; it was an unfamiliar number, and

caution, "Who are you? Do you need

"I am Julian’s grandmother."

reveal her identity, Nina Sinclair was both startled and

Julian Lancaster’s grandmother?

many relatives does

sister appeared, followed by his parents,

there be even more

once mentioned that his family

whether it was similar to Julian’s aunt, she considered Julian’s grandmother an elder and


her surprise and asked respectfully, "May I ask why you are

fallen ill, and he wishes to see you. Could

to Nina Sinclair, fearing that if Nina knew,

her into coming the day before the banquet, so

was still unaware

believed a girl who did not mind the family’s

everything needed to be discussed after meeting

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

and then started to briefly talk about the argument between the two and

the reason for their

"Don’t worry, I

their misunderstanding is not resolved, knowing I’m contacting you will definitely make him very angry, and if you tell

Lancaster found out, her plan to meet Nina Sinclair would be ruined, as Julian would surely


hearing this, Nina Sinclair

to prevent his grandfather’s condition from worsening. So, what should she do

is really not Chapter 384: Don’t Tell

384: Chapter 384: Don’t

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 amiable and

heart, making it impossible for her to

finally gritted her teeth and

send you the address in a

"Okay." Nina nodded.

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

up, Old Madam Lancaster reminded her repeatedly, "Remember, don’t tell

got

Nina

never be tough-faced towards elderly people because back when she was with the Sinclair Family, her

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

quite some time before

ill. On the day of the funeral, when Nina returned to the Sinclair Family,

many unpleasant things to her at the time, telling her to leave the Sinclair


Family and its members, a hint of

family. It’s better not to think about

chimed with a message. It was the address from Old Madam Lancaster, and surprisingly it was in

remote area in

Crestfall many years ago, Nina hadn’t forgotten the places there. She remembered that area had a large wetland park, and nearby were facilities like a retirement home,

Julian Lancaster’s grandfather

much, just opened the

her mother. Since coming to Veridia recently, it had been a while since

she had to go to Crestfall this time, it was a chance to visit

uncle

to Crestfall was one she had to make, and she wasn’t afraid if Julian found out, as there were so many

next few consecutive days, Nina was busy restoring

Rebecca’s sketches wasn’t a difficult task. Conveniently, she


she went to work,

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Lowell, you said before that if the sketches were restored within three days, you wouldn’t pursue

around nodded and said, "Indeed, they are

the

sketches are much better than Rebecca

before, it should have been indistinguishable. Maybe

all, Director Sinclair is a queen, and from St. Seth’s Royal Academy. It’s not impossible

the future boss’s wife, many people were still fair and just, and upon seeing the restored sketches, couldn’t help but

raised her chin with pride, naturally, Nina Sinclair was better than Rebecca

Lowell heard the discussions around her. Did these people think Nina Sinclair

immediately darkened, and her hand at her side

Damn it!

everyone praise her, she must be very proud now,

a half-smile, "Alright, since you’ve restored the sketches, let’s

turned with the sketches and


departing figure, Nina Sinclair felt a vague sense of

she had worked with Rebecca for so long at Sinclair Group, and she understood her character. It was unlikely Rebecca would let it go

matter what Rebecca does, she’s not afraid; bring it

leave without a word and smiled. She said to Nina Sinclair, "Director Sinclair! I really want to thank you this time. If it weren’t for you, I

Sinclair snapped back to reality and just smiled

out and patted Millie Langley’s shoulder, "Alright, get back to work.

on the table in frustration. This time, Nina Sinclair wasn’t implicated at all and

made her so

she looked at the sketches she’d thrown on

would let Nina Sinclair get off so easily.

leaving Zenith in disgrace, just like when she made that

she would never be able to

Problems with

Problems with the Artwork

her first thought was that something had

as she spoke, "Didn’t we restore

with

Sinclair was much calmer than Millie Langley. Perhaps she was

heard what Millie would

she handled

situation was

with memories

had experienced such a situation before. It was just that at that time, the manuscript was her own, but it had coincided with a known master’s work. Initially, she thought

indeed earlier than

subsequent events were as such—she was suspended from duties by Byron Sinclair, and her good stepsister replaced her position,

recalled those past events, she couldn’t help

able to

time had healed her wounds, and


back her thoughts and said mockingly, "What’s wrong with that draft?

surprise after hearing Nina’s words, "Director Sinclair, how did

Lowell’s draft was suddenly exposed, accused of plagiarizing a master’s work in the industry. Now she’s saying the draft was restored by you, implying you plagiarized it. What should we do? If

Millie Langley certainly

worst thing to encounter was this kind of

handled properly, it could lead

Sinclair’s future. If she couldn’t

such tactics felt so familiar. Didn’t she experience this during her time

Truly nice!

intuition back then, sensing that Rebecca Lowell would definitely stir up

what the situation really is

yet, let’s see what’s going on, let’s

holding a document in her hand. Upon seeing Nina, she laughed and said, "Nina Sinclair, where are you planning to go? Surely


as well, "Exactly! Who would have thought you’d do something like this? Was it intentional? Outwardly helping

at the group

destroy the evidence, it’s useless. I heard they’ve already approached the top levels of Zenith. Do

387: Tampered

387:

suppressed. As long as you admit

worried about this matter

"Are you worried about Zenith’s asset issues? But you’re not married to President Lancaster yet, so Zenith’s assets are none

words, Rebecca Lowell’s

"Nina Sinclair!"

she meant was that she was meddling in others’ business. She was now President Lancaster’s

quickly stepped forward to console her, "Rebecca, don’t be angry. The tougher Nina Sinclair acts now, the more she’ll regret it

had been sticking close to Rebecca Lowell these days to build connections, hoping to climb

Rebecca Lowell’s lackey immediately, and her gaze towards Nina Sinclair was filled

Sinclair a cold glance and snorted, "I will certainly handle this justly. Anyone who tarnishes Zenith’s name won’t get away

"Exactly, such troublemakers must be cleared out. Our Elysian

in the background

a moment, many people surrounded Rebecca Lowell, all echoing her

all, she was the future boss’s wife, currently


Nina Sinclair become the target of criticism, Rebecca Lowell wore a smug smile and said, "Nina Sinclair, if you want

let her restore the drawing, but this time it was different; they

side, she chimed in, "Rebecca, there’s already conclusive evidence, why bother saying so much to her? Just let her

gone, she would have one less competitor when it came time to compete for the position of Elysian

glanced at Nina

she didn’t just want to expel Nina Sinclair; she

method was to make her, as she did back then at Sinclair Group,

then, Nina Sinclair stood before Byron Sinclair with red-rimmed eyes, gritting her teeth to admit her mistakes, and she looked so downtrodden,

repeatedly proclaim conclusive evidence, though she hadn’t seen such evidence herself. Her eyes darkened slightly as she extended her hand towards Rebecca Lowell and said,

smile on her lips, handed the restored drawing to Nina Sinclair.Chapter

Chapter 388:

demeanor clearly seemed to say, what difference does it make even

Crowe impatiently urged, "See, the evidence is right here, Nina Sinclair, do you still want to deny

Lowell, "Rebecca, since this kind of person refuses to repent, go tell President Lancaster about this. Let him send someone over to

see if Rebecca Lowell was really so favored in President Lancaster’s

know how to please

and sensed her little schemes, a thoughtful look appeared in

believe she really got close to President

let these people

someone nearby, "Go to President Lancaster

go right

...

The president’s office.

reporting to Julian Lancaster about Nina Sinclair’s situation. After he finished, he saw Julian Lancaster’s face quickly darken,

gosh, it


Lancaster like this, he felt there might be more to the situation, certainly not as simple

if not handled well, it might affect Miss Sinclair’s

Marcus Walsh and asked, "Did you get in touch with the designer who is pursuing

by a well-known designer in the circle, and

something Zenith couldn’t afford, but if it was an ordinary business dispute, Marcus Walsh would have handled

Sinclair, compensating for it would mean admitting that

president, she couldn’t suffer such unwarranted accusations, so it was

Walsh respectfully bowed his head and said, "I’ve contacted her, and she said not a penny less

instructed Marcus Walsh to

Sinclair Group

he agreed to this, it would undoubtedly be another big blow to Nina

the internal phone in

Lancaster picked it

President

389: President

in a standoff, waiting for the person who

became even more smug upon seeing someone leave to

we told you to leave on your own, but you just wouldn’t listen. Now look, with President Lancaster’s people

know that Rebecca is President Lancaster’s woman? You dare to frame Rebecca? There’s no way President

Yvonne’s words, Rebecca Lowell sneered with a curl of her

of having Nina Sinclair trampled underfoot was

in Elysian couldn’t help but mutter among

do such a thing. Could it be

knows? Anyway, she’s probably not

really blows up, we’ll

holding out for? She should just leave quietly instead of being so stubborn. Now look, if upper management sends someone over,

this, Millie Langley was beside

been resolved, and now such a situation

time, Millie Langley knew that Nina Sinclair was not someone without morals, and she wouldn’t


should they do

saw Millie Langley’s anxious face and had no idea what to do, which greatly improved her

calm, seemingly putting on a

waiting to see Nina Sinclair fall to her knees, crying and begging for

see fear in her. To her

and scared, begging them not to drive her out

was going

what happened, she always faced it so calmly. Her previous anxious emotions gradually stabilized under

seek instructions returned, but there was

many began to whisper among themselves

the higher-ups don’t intend to handle

Lowell was actually lying and isn’t that important? Or perhaps she has no connection with

when she saw


you come back alone?" Rebecca Lowell couldn’t help

to let me come back

noticeable commotiChapter 390: Don’t Beg

390: Chapter 390: Don’t Beg for Mercy in

walked forward with delight, shyly saying to him, "You’ve

one who came wasn’t President Lancaster,

to Julian Lancaster, people from Elysian had coincidentally come to

Marcus Walsh and knew

had not seen Julian

employees, few had met him, but his representative, Walter

with eager smiles, warmly greeting,

enthusiastic crowd, Marcus Walsh adopted Julian Lancaster’s usual high-and-mighty demeanor,

response, the Elysian employees

fortunate enough to

from what I imagined, I think President Lancaster is

to really cozy up to

...

her, jealousy flickering in her eyes; it’s incredibly enviable, and if she had the same luck, that would be


as she could

sneering sarcastically, "Did you see? President Lancaster is here. Just see how you’ll keep up that stubborn attitude. You better not cry later

Nina Sinclair’s eyes darkened.

boyfriend, and he might very

wrong regarding this matter; even quitting this job

firm, mentally prepared for

there, Rebecca Lowell and her group had finished their greetings and

Elysian employees around her, felt incredibly proud, exuding an aloof arrogance

now that President Lancaster is here, write

nearly spat blood upon hearing

sweat broke out

What was she saying??

to Nina


here to

finished speaking, she

the leaping Yvonne Crowe; she finally got to see

crossed her arms, gave Yvonne Crowe a sidChapter 391: Proving Her

391: Proving Her

of

almost wondered if they heard

did President Lancaster tell

completely struck like by lightning, unable

to her senses and looked at Rebecca Lowell with a

seemed to ask

President Lancaster backing

viewed him, he

"Miss Sinclair, we will conduct a strict investigation into the major error in this draft. Please rest assured, no good

Nina Sinclair was

What’s happening?

Judging by his words,

Rebecca Lowell is President Lancaster’s girlfriend, he runs such a large company, the Lancaster Group, and obviously wouldn’t ruin his reputation for personal

Sinclair’s impression of President


President Lancaster to prove

squinted her eyes and tentatively asked, "If I have evidence

As long as he conducts a fair investigation and clears her name, she’d be content

nodded, "Of course! Zenith is not a place where

these words, Rebecca Lowell’s face

although she wanted to ask him what was going on, she didn’t want to embarrass herself in front

Lancaster disregarded even Rebecca Lowell’s pride and showed disbelief, "President

ignored them, looking at Nina Sinclair, puzzled, "Miss

Sinclair nodded coldly, "Of

she said to Millie Langley beside her, "Millie, take out your phone and open up what I had you

confusion to excitement and glee upon

Right!

almost forgot that Nina Sinclair had her record the process of them repairing the drafts every day, uploading all of it to


been tampered with, but out of anxiousness, she hadn’t thought

she wondered why Nina Sinclair had her record these, now it seems

Sinclair is

immediately took out her phone and opened the

392: One More Time

392: Chapter 392: One

restoring the manuscript, we recorded the process. Here, we have the entire restoration process without any editing, which can prove our innocence. So,

words fell, and the scene became

began to look towards

would only be Rebecca Lowell. After all,

voice and

is President Lancaster helping Nina

Lowell his girlfriend? Generally, he should be supporting Rebecca Lowell,

heard before that Nina Sinclair’s background is not simple, and now it’s

...

Lowell’s face turned extremely unpleasant, and she angrily said, "Why are you all looking at

about what was happening, especially since Rebecca Lowell was President Lancaster’s girlfriend, and with President Lancaster right there, they dared not say much

though they weren’t looking at her anymore, those unusual glances still fell on her, neither

Rebecca Lowell couldn’t stand it any

"Darling, how can you let others bully your girlfriend like


up with President Lancaster, she could

helping Nina Sinclair. What does he mean? Could he be attracted to Nina

jealousy surged in Rebecca Lowell’s eyes, and she looked at Nina Sinclair as if she wanted to

Rebecca Lowell’s arrogant demeanor

out that Rebecca Lowell did this, and even though

a place where one can abuse relationships to do

Langley didn’t expect President Lancaster

didn’t need to worry about President Lancaster siding with Rebecca Lowell;

spoke up, "President Lancaster, earlier you mentioned severely punishing the mastermind behind this incident. Since we have proved Director Sinclair’s and my innocence, isn’t it

glanced subtly at Rebecca

Lowell’s face

Walsh remembered Julian Lancaster’s attitude when he learned of the situation earlier,

his positioChapter 393: Don’t Mess with Nina

393: Don’t Mess with Nina

disbelief; she simply couldn’t believe

said he was going to fire

to say something more, but Marcus had already turned and

then

sacrificed his own kin

President Lancaster wouldn’t even stand

might not even be

...

her expression stiffened, and the fists at her sides

expected this

kicked out of Elysian, but instead, she

another mistake, she might really be fired. Then, if she returned to the Sinclair Group in disgrace, she would probably become the laughingstock of

President Lancaster help that

it be that he’s


so Rebecca naturally felt very uneasy, a bit panicked inside, determined to keep

couldn’t wait to call President

Rebecca turned

all, she thought, with President Lancaster as Rebecca’s strong backing, she would surely manage to get Nina Sinclair expelled. Who could have

that said with President Lancaster’s arrival, Director Sinclair was doomed? Now, Director Sinclair isn’t doomed, but rather, Rebecca

livid upon

stay and face Millie’s ridicule, she left with an angry

had a newfound respect for Nina Sinclair, silently reminding themselves to stay far away from her and not

Millie and said, "It’s all over now. You should head home, or you’ll miss

the end of work delayed quite a bit

"Director Sinclair, you’re amazing! From now on, I’ve decided to look up

Nina could only

young admirer; the way Millie looked at


were learned from past painful

ability; it was just an instinctive

fan isn’t a

Marcus returned to the

stood in front of Julian Lancaster, recounting everything that had just happened. Towards the end, he added, "President Lancaster, the matter has been resolved, and the video will also be made public. I

knowing if Julian would

fists, he awaited

merely gave a faint response and said, "Got

up his

breathed a sigh of relief, his tense muscles all relaxing.Chapter 394: Should We

Should

both sides of the road were already lit, with only a few

to the roadside; he glanced up in the

department were still on; Nina Sinclair should be coming down

was a call from Sharon Lancaster. He swiped

soon as the call connected, Sharon’s voice came through, "Brother,

even had Marcus Walsh select

"No, I haven’t forgotten."

I thought you’d forgotten, so I called to remind you." Sharon said and then seemed to

slightly, not

bring Nina Sinclair back to the Lancaster

a bit of prejudice against Nina. Bringing her back

moment, Julian said helplessly, "It’s not easy

That old relic of a grandfather surely won’t give

darkened slightly. Grandpa’s stubborn nature made it indeed difficult to


Sharon suddenly exclaimed, "I just realized, why has our family never had any interactions with the Sinclair Family? Every year at

and the Lancaster Family are both esteemed families in Crestfall. Logically, they should have interactions. Why this state of no

brow, as he had also been curious

thing known was that there was a discord between the

judging by Byron Sinclair’s attitude, it wasn’t to this

was always quirky and stubborn. It’s

with Sharon, who, after listening, muttered a

Building. Julian looked

had already messaged Julian saying she might be delayed and

she unexpectedly spotted Julian’s car

paused for

it be...that Julian had been waiting here for her

opened the car door, and sat inside, "Were you waiting here for me the whole time? Didn’t I tell you to


somewhat guilty, saying, "I wasn’t waiting for very long."Chapter 395: Mother

395: Mother

it’s nothing, I have things to do too." Nina Sinclair

it. She could only say she was

the car just left, Nina couldn’t help but eagerly share

President Lancaster to

Julian: "..."

expression, did all the good reputation he had let Marcus Walsh help Nina, get credited to

Julian felt somewhat depressed.

much, so in the

...

since Rebecca Lowell was publicly humiliated, she had restrained herself a lot

and happily continuing

be time for Nina to go to Crestfall, and she had been

all, it was the first time meeting Julian’s grandparents, not a formal meeting with elders, but she felt she should bring

Ding, Nina’s phone chimed.


straightened up,

was a message from the medical institution

opened the text, which read: Miss Sinclair, your mother’s recent condition seems good. There appears to be slight reflex. We recommend trying traditional Chinese

message,

repeatedly before finally calling her mother’s attending

The greeting was

I just received your message.

many years, she thought her mother

was like giving a parched traveler

found that Mrs. Shen’s condition is much better than before. However, our treatment has limitations. We suggest complementing it with traditional Chinese medicine, which may

this, Nina was so excited she couldn’t speak

as if she were

mother


mentioned complementing it with traditional Chinese medicine. Where could

Suddenly, Nina froze.

she did remember someone. After severing ties with the Sinclair Family and Crestfall, she had ruthlessly cut

person now meant

want to

chance of waking up..."

to

396: Worthy to

her heart, has he changed his number? Would he blame her

worried, the phone was

magnetic voice

not knowing

on the other end couldn’t help but snort and said, "Nina Sinclair! You actually remember

"Joel Thatcher, I’m sorry."

apology,

"Did something happen to you? Judging by the way you broke off with the Sinclair Family back then, you wouldn’t call me if nothing

"Can I ask you for a favor? The hospital said my mother’s condition has slightly improved and

this, Joel Thatcher

Sinclair!! After all, we grew up together, outsiders would say we’re childhood sweethearts! How could you talk to me about money, don’t we have any

Thatcher’s tone, Nina Sinclair’s eyes felt a

that he wouldn’t blame her for not contacting him;

been family friends for generations, and the Thatcher Family was known for traditional medicine. As the only son of the Thatcher Family, Joel Thatcher had


also grew up together and had been very close since they were

Nina Sinclair felt

familiar tone seemed to bring her back to the

she felt a little sad for not contacting Joel Thatcher back then, but at that time she heard about the arranged marriage in the Thatcher Family. No matter how good they

you." Nina Sinclair sincerely said, "If my

Thatcher seemed

didn’t hear

coming back to Crestfall? Bring me

the day after tomorrow, I’ll contact

"Okay."

...

at

black robe, staring at the phone that had been hung up, his expression slightly dazed, with complex emotions in


decided to

arranged marriage by his family back then cChapter 397:

Chapter 397:

Leighton Family.

asked, "Heidi, have you prepared

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