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."

Heidi praised exaggeratedly, while Justin Leighton echoed alongside. Who doesn’t like hearing compliments? Though the words were slightly exaggerated, they brought a broad smile to Old Master Lancaster’s face.

Old Master Lancaster secretly assessed Heidi Leighton, then nodded in satisfaction.

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

Seeing Old Master Lancaster smiling, Justin Leighton realized Heidi had gained his approval, allowing him to feel slightly relieved.

Heidi had been meticulously raised from a young age, paying attention in all aspects, aiming for a high marriage someday. Now marrying into the Lancaster Family was their fortune.

Thinking this, Justin Leighton spoke, "Elder Lancaster, regarding the matter you previously mentioned, I’ve discussed it with Heidi, she has no objections..."


He paused briefly, then continued, "When do you think would be suitable to arrange a meeting for the two children, to cultivate their relationship?"

Although Heidi had already met Julian Lancaster, now they pretend not to have met, allowing Old Master Lancaster to arrange it, making it better.

Upon hearing this, Old Master Lancaster pondered for a moment.

Now, Julian Lancaster was determined to stay involved with that woman, even declaring he’d rather give up on the Lancaster Family than divorce.

He must intervene.

Knowing Julian Lancaster’s stubbornness, getting him to attend a meeting was nearly impossible, so he had to exploit other opportunities.

Suddenly, Old Master Lancaster thought of something.

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

Moira is Old Master Lancaster’s affectionate name for Old Madam Lancaster, Moira Kendall. Justin Leighton had already heard about the birthday arrangements and planned to bring a grand gift.

Originally assuming meeting Julian Lancaster would be a casual meal, yet Old Master Lancaster invited them directly!

If they appear at the birthday banquet, with Old Master Lancaster’s favor, wouldn’t it be as good as announcing Heidi’s identity as the future granddaughter-in-law?

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

Chapter 382: I Want to Talk to Her Myself

Chapter 382: Chapter 382: I Want to Talk to Her Myself

After Justin Leighton left, Old Madam Lancaster glanced at Old Master Lancaster and asked, "Are you really planning to form a marriage alliance with the Leighton Family?"

Old Master Lancaster had previously complained about the poor standing of many families in Crestfall, yet now he had quickly settled on the Leighton Family.

Old Master Lancaster snorted lightly, "It’s all because of that troublesome boy Julian, anyway. Since Justin Leighton has business dealings with him, he probably won’t object too much."

Moreover, seeing Heidi Leighton’s well-educated demeanor and perfect beauty, she was the ideal daughter-in-law in his mind.

He was utterly unwilling to accept a woman with no family background as his granddaughter-in-law.

Even though Julian Lancaster had said he would give up the future inheritance of the Lancaster Family, Old Master Lancaster had groomed him for so long, how could he truly give up?

Now, he must intervene in this matter to set things right and find the best noblewoman to be the future matriarch of the Lancaster Family!

Old 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 must have her exceptional qualities."

She still leaned towards supporting Julian Lancaster, hoping he could be with the one he loved.

Old Master Lancaster snorted stubbornly, "What exceptional qualities! Such a woman’s exceptional quality is just in ensnaring Julian, making him oppose us!"

The things Julian Lancaster said to Old Master Lancaster to avoid divorcing Nina Sinclair had really made him furious, and he still harbored resentment.

"Alright then, since you’ve made up your mind, I won’t say much more."

Old Madam Lancaster 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 mind.

She got up and walked outside.


Seeing that Old Madam Lancaster ignored him, Old Master Lancaster snorted a bit unhappily.

Everything he did was for Julian Lancaster’s own good, as if he would harm him!

Outside in the yard, Old Madam Lancaster started tending to the flowerbeds, with Aunt Ann, who had served her for many years, by her side.

"Aunt Ann, why is he so stubborn? Wouldn’t it be better to let Julian choose someone he likes?"

"Madam, perhaps the Master disciplines deeply because he cares deeply; he just wants what’s best for Young Master Julian." Aunt Ann, having been with Old Madam Lancaster for many years, knew that disagreements between her and Old Master Lancaster were common.

From her 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 stopped him from pursuing her, leading to a tragic outcome.

Old Madam Lancaster might also fear that Julian Lancaster would overreact and repeat Fourth Lancaster’s mistakes.

"Sigh! No, this matter cannot be left unchecked!"

A calculating gleam appeared in Old Madam Lancaster’s eyes.

Even though acting on her own might make Old Master Lancaster furious, she was never afraid of him, and she couldn’t let Old Master Lancaster ruin Julian Lancaster.

She said, "Aunt Ann, find out the contact informChapter 383: I’m Julian’s Grandmother

Chapter 383: Chapter 383: I’m Julian’s Grandmother

At this moment, Nina Sinclair was in the process of restoring Rebecca Lowell’s manuscript when she unexpectedly received a call from Old Madam Lancaster. Hearing the phone ring, she answered it without much thought.

"Hello, may I ask who’s calling?"

"Nina Sinclair?"

Upon hearing the caller directly address her by name, Nina Sinclair furrowed her brow in confusion, full of doubt about the identity of the person on the other end.

She glanced at the phone; it was an unfamiliar number, and the voice was also unfamiliar.

Nina Sinclair spoke with a hint of caution, "Who are you? Do you need something from me?"

"I am Julian’s grandmother."

Upon hearing Old Madam Lancaster reveal her identity, Nina Sinclair was both startled and apprehensive, left speechless for a while.

Julian Lancaster’s grandmother?

Just how many relatives does he have!

First a sister appeared, followed by his parents, then his aunt, and now his grandmother...

Could there be even more relatives coming up?

She recalled Julian Lancaster once mentioned that his family was large.

Although she didn’t 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 and decided to be polite.


Nina Sinclair suppressed her surprise and asked respectfully, "May I ask why you are calling?"

Old Madam Lancaster said, "Julian’s grandfather has fallen ill, and he wishes to see you. Could you spare some time to come by?"

She did not reveal the reason for the birthday banquet to Nina Sinclair, fearing that if Nina knew, she might not dare to come.

Old Madam Lancaster planned to trick her into coming the day before the banquet, so she could see her first before speaking.

When Elder Lancaster 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 held an opposing view.

She believed a girl who did not mind the family’s situation must have good character.

However, everything needed to be discussed after meeting Nina Sinclair.

"Ah? Fallen ill?" Nina Sinclair was surprised and asked, "Does Julian know about this? Has he visited him?"

"Ah! It’s a long story..." Old Madam Lancaster sighed heavily and then started to briefly talk about the argument between the two and their strained relationship.

After hearing this, Nina Sinclair felt that regardless of the reason for their argument, Julian Lancaster should not avoid visiting his gravely ill grandfather.

She comforted her, "Don’t worry, I will try to persuade him."

"No way!" Old Madam Lancaster immediately stopped her. She said, "Julian’s grandfather is as stubborn as Julian. If their misunderstanding is not resolved, knowing I’m contacting you will definitely make him very angry, and if you tell him, his condition might worsen."

If Julian Lancaster found out, her plan to meet Nina Sinclair would be ruined, as Julian would surely protect her and not let her meet him.


Upon hearing this, Nina Sinclair bit her lip lightly.

If that’s the case, she indeed couldn’t tell Julian to prevent his grandfather’s condition from worsening. So, what should she do now?

"So... Miss Sinclair, his grandfather is really not Chapter 384: Don’t Tell Julian Lancaster

Chapter 384: Chapter 384: Don’t Tell Julian Lancaster

Nina Sinclair was always one to respond to a soft approach rather than 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 amiable and kind. By the end, when she requested something of Nina, it was with such a pleading demeanor.

This softened Nina’s heart, making it impossible for her to refuse.

After wrestling with herself for a moment, Nina finally gritted her teeth and said, "Alright then, what’s your home address?"

"Great, come over this Sunday. I’ll send you the address in a moment."

"Okay." Nina nodded.

Even though Old Madam Lancaster specified the time for her visit, Nina assumed it was due to hospital visiting regulations and didn’t think much of it.

Before hanging up, Old Madam Lancaster reminded her repeatedly, "Remember, don’t tell Julian."

"Okay, I got it."

After hanging up, Nina felt a bit melancholic.

She could never be tough-faced towards elderly people because back when she was with the Sinclair Family, her grandmother had been very kind to her, saving all the good food for her.

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

Nina mourned for quite some time before she got over it.

Even then, Byron Sinclair blamed it on her mother, saying that it was her fault their grandmother fell ill. On the day of the funeral, when Nina returned to the Sinclair Family, she was even stopped at the door and not allowed in.

Hazel Lennox had said many unpleasant things to her at the time, telling her to leave the Sinclair Family and never appear before them again.


Thinking of the Sinclair Family and its members, a hint of coldness flashed in Nina’s eyes.

Forget it, they are no longer family. It’s better not to think about Byron Sinclair anymore.

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

Moreover, a relatively remote area in the suburbs of Crestfall.

Although she had left 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, villas, a hospital, etc.

Could it be that Julian Lancaster’s grandfather is hospitalized there?

She didn’t ponder much, just opened the calendar app on her phone.

She had set date reminders on the calendar for the days she could visit her mother. Since coming to Veridia recently, it had been a while since she last visited her mother.

Given that she had to go to Crestfall this time, it was a chance to visit her mother.

And her uncle and aunt too...

With these thoughts, she felt that this trip to Crestfall was one she had to make, and she wasn’t afraid if Julian found out, as there were so many excuses.

For the next few consecutive days, Nina was busy restoring Rebecca Lowell’s hand sketches.

She already had a strong design capability, so recreating Rebecca’s sketches wasn’t a difficult task. Conveniently, she finished it within three days.


On the day she went to work, Nina handed over Chapter 385: Manuscript Restored

Chapter 385: Chapter 385: Manuscript Restored

She heard Rebecca Lowell’s questioning tone and immediately said, "Rebecca Lowell, you said before that if the sketches were restored within three days, you wouldn’t pursue it any further. Now the sketches are here, everyone has seen them."

Many people around nodded and said, "Indeed, they are restored."

Someone stared at the sketches, whispering softly.

"Why do I feel that Director Sinclair’s restored sketches are much better than Rebecca Lowell’s? Look at the fluidity of those lines, and the details."

"Yeah, it was so dirty before, it should have been indistinguishable. Maybe Director Sinclair added these herself."

"After all, Director Sinclair is a queen, and from St. Seth’s Royal Academy. It’s not impossible that she’s more capable than Rebecca Lowell."

Although Rebecca Lowell is the future boss’s wife, many people were still fair and just, and upon seeing the restored sketches, couldn’t help but speak up for Nina Sinclair.

Millie Langley raised her chin with pride, naturally, Nina Sinclair was better than Rebecca Lowell!

Rebecca Lowell heard the discussions around her. Did these people think Nina Sinclair was better than her?

Her face immediately darkened, and her hand at her side clenched tightly.

Damn it!

She didn’t expect Nina Sinclair to use this opportunity to let everyone praise her, she must be very proud now, but she wouldn’t be proud for long!

Rebecca Lowell showed a half-smile, "Alright, since you’ve restored the sketches, let’s just forget about it."

After saying this, she turned with the sketches and left.


Watching Rebecca Lowell’s departing figure, Nina Sinclair felt a vague sense of unease.

After all, she had worked with Rebecca for so long at Sinclair Group, and she understood her character. It was unlikely Rebecca would let it go after such a setback, it simply wasn’t her style.

No matter what Rebecca does, she’s not afraid; bring it on!

Beside her, Millie Langley watched Rebecca 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 probably wouldn’t have been able to stay!"

Nina Sinclair snapped back to reality and just smiled gently.

Then, she reached out and patted Millie Langley’s shoulder, "Alright, get back to work. Be more careful in the future."

After Rebecca Lowell returned to her position, she threw the sketches on the table in frustration. This time, Nina Sinclair wasn’t implicated at all and even received praise from others.

It made her so angry!

Rebecca’s eyes revealed a sinister gleam as she looked at the sketches she’d thrown on the table, recalling what she had arranged. Her grim expression eased slightly.

There’s no way she would let Nina Sinclair get off so easily.

Soon, Nina Sinclair would be leaving Zenith in disgrace, just like when she made that mistake at Sinclair Group years ago.

By then, her reputation would be ruined, and she would never be able to set foot in the jewelry design industry again!

Chapter 386: Problems with the Artwork Draft

Chapter 386: Chapter 386: Problems with the Artwork Draft

She didn’t know why, but her first thought was that something had happened with Rebecca Lowell.

Millie Langley was so anxious she was about to cry. She quivered as she spoke, "Didn’t we restore the draft for Rebecca Lowell before? Now there’s a problem with that draft!"

"What’s wrong with the draft?"

Nina Sinclair was much calmer than Millie Langley. Perhaps she was somewhat prepared, so she wasn’t as flustered as Millie.

Even though she hadn’t heard what Millie would say next, Nina already had some vague suspicions.

The draft she handled had issues...

Ha, such a situation was truly familiar!

Nina’s face darkened, with memories of the past slowly resurfacing.

When at Sinclair Group, she 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 it was just a coincidence, but that master produced evidence.

Their draft was indeed earlier than hers!

The subsequent events were as such—she was suspended from duties by Byron Sinclair, and her good stepsister replaced her position, eventually becoming a leading figure in Sinclair Group.

Whenever Nina recalled those past events, she couldn’t help but feel a sense of gloom.

But now, she was able to face it calmly.

Perhaps time had healed her wounds, and she cared less about it.


Nina drew back her thoughts and said mockingly, "What’s wrong with that draft? Is it being accused of plagiarism?"

Millie Langley looked at her in surprise after hearing Nina’s words, "Director Sinclair, how did you know?"

She paused for a moment and then continued, "Rebecca 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 this is confirmed, we’re doomed!"

In this circle, Millie Langley certainly knew what the worst-case scenario was.

In their line of design work, the worst thing to encounter was this kind of situation.

If not handled properly, it could lead to a complete downfall.

Now it concerned Nina Sinclair’s future. If she couldn’t clear her name, then everything might be over!

Nina smirked coldly inside; such tactics felt so familiar. Didn’t she experience this during her time at the Sinclair Group? Now, again, these tactics were being used against her.

Truly nice!

Fortunately, she had an intuition back then, sensing that Rebecca Lowell would definitely stir up trouble.

However, she should go see what the situation really is first.

Nina said, "Let’s not panic yet, let’s see what’s going on, let’s go."

As soon as the two walked out, they saw Rebecca Lowell coming over with a group, holding a document in her hand. Upon seeing Nina, she laughed and said, "Nina Sinclair, where are you planning to go? Surely not planning to flee from guilt?"


The people behind all chimed in as well, "Exactly! Who would have thought you’d do something like this? Was it intentional? Outwardly helping Rebecca restore the draft while secretly tampering with it!"

Nina’s gaze was cold as she looked at the group before her, only saying indifferently, "Let me see the draft."

"What? You want to destroy the evidence? Even if you destroy the evidence, it’s useless. I heard they’ve already approached the top levels of Zenith. Do you really think you can get away?"

Chapter 387: Tampered as Expected

Chapter 387: Chapter 387: Tampered as Expected

Rebecca Lowell continued to laugh and said, "Don’t worry, the demand for compensation from Zenith has been suppressed. As long as you admit your mistake obediently, you might still be able to get through this."

Nina Sinclair wasn’t worried about this matter at all.

She glanced at Rebecca Lowell with a calm expression and said unhurriedly, "Are you worried about Zenith’s asset issues? But you’re not married to President Lancaster yet, so Zenith’s assets are none of your concern."

Upon hearing Nina Sinclair’s words, Rebecca Lowell’s face darkened.

"Nina Sinclair!"

She was now President Lancaster’s woman, so

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

to Rebecca Lowell these days to build connections, hoping to climb to

and her gaze towards Nina Sinclair was filled with

Lowell’s expression softened. She gave Nina Sinclair a cold glance and snorted, "I will certainly handle

cleared out. Our Elysian brand has just started;

background nodded

people surrounded Rebecca

future boss’s wife, currently in


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

she didn’t succeed and let her restore the drawing, but this time it was different; they could definitely get Nina Sinclair

she chimed in, "Rebecca, there’s already conclusive evidence, why bother

she would have one less competitor when it

glanced

didn’t just want to expel Nina Sinclair; she wanted to make sure

to make her, as she did back then

Byron Sinclair with red-rimmed eyes, gritting her teeth to admit her mistakes, and she looked so

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

with a faint smile on her lips, handed the restored drawing to Nina Sinclair.Chapter 388: Inviting President Lancaster

388: Inviting President Lancaster

clearly seemed to say, what difference does it make even if Nina Sinclair

impatiently urged, "See, the evidence is

said to Rebecca Lowell, "Rebecca, since this kind of person refuses to repent, go tell President Lancaster about

Rebecca Lowell was really so favored in President Lancaster’s

she would also know how to please

and sensed her little schemes, a thoughtful look

her, there were still some people who didn’t believe she really got close to President Lancaster.

let these people be envious for a

Rebecca Lowell said to someone nearby, "Go to President Lancaster and say that Nina Sinclair refuses

go

...

The president’s office.

Nina Sinclair’s situation. After he finished,

it


involved in this, but seeing Julian Lancaster like this, he felt there might be more to the situation, certainly not as simple

but if not

looked up at Marcus Walsh and asked, "Did you

to light by a well-known designer in the

amount of money wasn’t something Zenith couldn’t afford, but if it was

involved Nina Sinclair, compensating for it would mean

couldn’t suffer such unwarranted accusations, so it was necessary to get

she said not a penny less in compensation, otherwise she’ll expose the matter to the

instructed Marcus Walsh to further investigate her past with the Sinclair Group, detailing every aspect of her entry into Sinclair

happened at Sinclair Group back then,

this, it would undoubtedly be another big

internal phone in the

it up

389: President

389: President

still in a standoff, waiting for the person who went to

more smug upon seeing someone leave to bring President Lancaster over.

but you just wouldn’t listen. Now look, with President

doesn’t know that Rebecca is President Lancaster’s woman? You dare to frame Rebecca? There’s no way President Lancaster would let this

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

Nina Sinclair trampled underfoot

but

Sinclair to do such a thing. Could it be that all her previous fame was

probably not a

this issue really blows up, we’ll definitely lose

so stubborn. Now look, if upper management sends someone over, they’ll

Langley was beside herself with

and now such a situation had arisen. She completely did not believe Nina

Nina Sinclair was not someone without morals, and


should they do

anxious face and had no

a show, though internally,

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

were filled with mockery as she looked at Nina Sinclair, intending to see fear in her. To her surprise, Nina Sinclair was exceedingly composed and did not seem overly

and scared, begging them

was going

happened, she always faced it so calmly. Her previous anxious emotions

went to seek instructions returned, but there was no one

seeing this, many began to whisper among

be that the higher-ups don’t intend to handle this

is it possible that Rebecca Lowell was actually lying and isn’t that important? Or perhaps she has no connection

when she


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

Assistant Wei said... to let me come back first," the employee

was a noticeable commotiChapter 390: Don’t Beg for Mercy

390: Chapter 390: Don’t Beg for

walked

who came wasn’t President Lancaster, but Marcus

Elysian had coincidentally come to fetch him,

Crowe saw Rebecca Lowell approaching Marcus Walsh and

had not seen Julian

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

eager smiles, warmly greeting, "Hello, President

adopted Julian Lancaster’s usual

a warm response, the Elysian employees

fortunate enough

from what I imagined, I

expect Rebecca Lowell to really cozy up to President Lancaster, my gosh! I’m

...

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


she could please Rebecca Lowell,

Lancaster is here. Just see how you’ll

Nina Sinclair’s eyes darkened.

was Rebecca Lowell’s boyfriend, and he might

she wasn’t wrong regarding this matter; even quitting this job today, she was determined to

gaze grew firm, mentally

Rebecca Lowell and her group had finished their

incredibly proud, exuding

Sinclair and speaking harshly, "Nina Sinclair, now that President Lancaster is here, write a letter of regret

Walsh nearly spat blood upon

out on his

What was she saying??

Lancaster knew he dared speak to Nina


here to support

Yvonne Crowe finished speaking, she looked at Nina Sinclair

calmly looked at the leaping Yvonne Crowe; she

arms, gave Yvonne Crowe a sidChapter 391: Proving

Chapter 391:

rebuke of Yvonne

if they

now, did President Lancaster tell Yvonne Crowe to

by lightning, unable to utter the mocking words she had

her senses and looked at Rebecca Lowell with

look in her eyes seemed to ask Rebecca Lowell, what is

is President Lancaster

him, he just

will conduct a strict investigation into the major error in this draft. Please rest assured, no good person

Nina Sinclair was taken

What’s happening?

Lancaster wasn’t supporting Rebecca Lowell. Judging by his words, will he handle things

girlfriend, he runs such a large company, the Lancaster Group, and obviously wouldn’t ruin

this moment, Nina Sinclair’s impression of


President Lancaster to prove

eyes and tentatively asked, "If I have evidence proving my innocence, will you punish the one responsible for this

President Lancaster would punish her. As long as he conducts a fair investigation and clears

"Of course! Zenith is not a place where

these words, Rebecca Lowell’s face turned

didn’t expect President Lancaster to assist Nina Sinclair, although she wanted to ask him what was going on, she didn’t want to embarrass herself in front of

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

puzzled, "Miss Sinclair, do you really have evidence

Sinclair nodded coldly,

to Millie Langley beside her, "Millie, take out

face shifted from confusion to excitement and

Right!

had her record the process of them repairing the drafts


realized the draft had been tampered with, but out of anxiousness, she hadn’t thought of

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

Sinclair is

Millie Langley immediately took out her phone and opened

More Time and You’re

Chapter 392: One

Sinclair and I were restoring the manuscript, we recorded the process. Here, we have the entire restoration process without any editing, which can prove our innocence. So, the final version of the manuscript is different from what Director Sinclair did! As for who messed with it, I think everyone

fell, and the scene became

a while, some began to

only be Rebecca Lowell. After all, she has been

their voice and

on? Why is

his girlfriend? Generally, he should be supporting Rebecca

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

...

she angrily said, "Why are you all looking

dared to speculate openly about what was happening, especially since Rebecca Lowell was President Lancaster’s girlfriend, and with President Lancaster right there,

though they weren’t looking at her anymore, those unusual glances

Rebecca Lowell couldn’t stand it

"Darling, how can you let others bully your girlfriend


hooking up with President Lancaster, she could roam freely

Nina Sinclair. What does he mean? Could he be

of this possibility, jealousy surged in Rebecca Lowell’s eyes, and she

at Rebecca Lowell’s arrogant demeanor and felt utterly

couldn’t mess with her. Moreover, he had found out that Rebecca Lowell did this,

Walsh said helplessly, "Zenith is not a place where one

Langley didn’t expect President Lancaster to be

need to worry about President Lancaster siding with

punishing the mastermind behind this incident. Since we have proved Director Sinclair’s and my innocence, isn’t it time to find the

speaking, she glanced subtly

Lowell’s face

attitude when he learned of the situation earlier, feeling a

properly, his positioChapter 393: Don’t

Chapter 393: Don’t Mess with Nina

disbelief; she simply couldn’t believe what

said he was going to fire

wanted to say something more, but Marcus

silent, and only then did

sacrificed his own

didn’t expect President Lancaster wouldn’t even

Lowell might not

...

ashen, her expression stiffened, and the fists at her

never expected

get her kicked out of Elysian, but instead, she received

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

help

be that he’s still thinking about


all, he was taken from Nina Sinclair, so Rebecca naturally felt

to call President Lancaster to admit her

much, Rebecca turned

on the scene, and the one whose face looked the worst was Yvonne Crowe. After all, she thought, with President Lancaster as Rebecca’s strong backing, she would surely

was it earlier that said with President Lancaster’s arrival, Director Sinclair was doomed?

livid

and face Millie’s ridicule, she

themselves to stay far away from her and not to provoke

at Millie and said, "It’s all over now. You should head

of work delayed quite a bit

gratitude, her eyes sparkling, "Director Sinclair, you’re amazing! From now on, I’ve

could only

young admirer; the way Millie looked at her


these preventive measures were learned from

wasn’t any outstanding ability; it was just an instinctive reaction

fan isn’t a

Marcus returned to the

added, "President Lancaster, the matter has been resolved, and the video will also be made public. I will continue to negotiate regarding that design

bit uneasy, not knowing if Julian would be dissatisfied with

clenching his fists, he

a

that, he picked up his

pursue the matter further, Marcus breathed a sigh of relief, his tense muscles all relaxing.Chapter 394: Should We Take Xiao

394: Chapter 394: Should

road were already lit, with only a few scattered lights in

to the roadside;

in the Elysian department were still on; Nina

phone suddenly rang. It was a call from Sharon Lancaster. He

the call connected, Sharon’s voice came through, "Brother, it’s Grandma’s birthday on

had Marcus Walsh select a precious

"No, I haven’t forgotten."

said and then seemed to remember something, asking, "By the way, are you bringing Nina back?"

slightly,

wanted to bring Nina Sinclair

Nina. Bringing her back like this would just embarrass her;

Julian said helplessly, "It’s not easy to deal with Grandpa; let’s

too. That old relic of a grandfather surely won’t give a pleasant face.

slightly. Grandpa’s stubborn nature made


why has our family never had any interactions with the Sinclair Family? Every year at Grandpa and Grandma’s birthday banquets, they’ve

Sinclair Family and the Lancaster Family are both esteemed families in Crestfall. Logically,

he had also been curious

investigated it later on, but nothing came up. The only thing known was that there was a

by Byron Sinclair’s attitude,

and stubborn. It’s normal for him not to contact the Sinclairs over some

shared his thoughts with Sharon, who, after listening, muttered a

out of the Zenith Building. Julian looked over and recognized

had already messaged Julian saying she might be delayed and that he should go home first without

about to hail a cab to go home when she unexpectedly spotted Julian’s car quietly parked

for

Julian had been waiting here for her all

car door, and sat inside, "Were you waiting here


guilty, saying, "I wasn’t waiting for very

395: Chapter 395: Mother May

to do too." Nina Sinclair recalled the call from Grandma

grandfather have a look at her, and Grandma Lancaster had reminded her not to tell Julian about it. She could only say she was busy with other matters. Fortunately,

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

with full admiration, "I didn’t expect President

Julian: "..."

the good reputation he had let Marcus Walsh help

Julian felt somewhat depressed.

so in

...

she had restrained herself a lot and didn’t come to provoke Nina

was also peacefully and happily continuing

to Crestfall, and she had been fretting

not a formal meeting with elders, but she felt she should bring

Ding, Nina’s phone chimed.


immediately straightened up, her whole

a message from the medical institution caring for her

mother’s recent condition seems good. There appears to be slight reflex. We recommend trying traditional Chinese

this message, Nina

finally

greeting was polite on the

Fang, I just received your

not that Nina didn’t want to believe it, but after so many years, she thought

mother might have hope of waking, it was like giving a parched traveler in the desert a refreshing

these past days and found that Mrs. Shen’s condition is much better than before. However, our treatment has limitations. We suggest complementing it

Nina was so excited she couldn’t speak for a long

hung up, still feeling as if she were dreaming, pinching her cheek to feel

a dream; her mother has a chance of waking


now, Dr. Fang mentioned complementing it with traditional Chinese

Suddenly, Nina froze.

severing ties with the Sinclair

person now meant re-entering the circle in

want to

chance of waking

Worthy to Pursue Nina

Chapter 396: Worthy to Pursue

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

worried, the phone

and magnetic voice came through:

knowing what to say for a

and said, "Nina Sinclair! You actually remember to call me, I thought you died out there. What? Has your brain finally straightened out and remembered

"Joel Thatcher, I’m sorry."

Sinclair’s sincere apology, and the words he intended

nervously, "Did something happen to you? Judging by the way you broke off with the Sinclair

has slightly improved and suggested that I

Joel Thatcher

sweethearts! How could you

tone, Nina Sinclair’s eyes felt a bit

her for not contacting him; instead, he

had 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 inherited their outstanding medical skills, earning fame within Crestfall’s elite circles, and could now stand


two of them also grew up together and

filled with playful moments, and Nina Sinclair felt that they had an extraordinary

Thatcher’s familiar tone seemed to bring her back to the

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

money with you." Nina Sinclair sincerely said, "If my mother really wakes up, I

Thatcher seemed

Sinclair didn’t hear

"When are you coming back to Crestfall? Bring me to see Auntie’s

day after tomorrow, I’ll contact you

"Okay."

...

at the

the phone that had been hung up, his expression slightly dazed, with complex emotions


Sinclair finally decided to contact

marriage by his family back then cChapter 397: Inviting the

397: Chapter 397: Inviting

Leighton Family.

and asked, "Heidi, have you prepared the birthday

worry, of course I have!" Heidi Leighton had a faint smile on her

bit uneasy, as the birthday celebration was very important, and

gives precious jewelry, and even real estate isn’t uncommon. I naturally have to be different from others,

had such an idea, and

what way will it be

dead things, I give health." Heidi Leighton’s face carried a confident smile as she

in the circle

their growth has been rapid. It’s said that the current family head, Joel Thatcher, has fully inherited

the Thatcher Family, and many people are asking for his services, but all have to give him face. Even Elder Lancaster has

this, Justin Leighton vaguely realized

somewhat doubtfully, "Are you planning to invite someone from the Thatcher

thing the Thatcher Family hasn’t tried. Now that the Thatcher Family is in the spotlight, if I can invite someone from the Thatcher Family, it will certainly catch everyone’s eye at


wasn’t so optimistic. He spoke in a low voice, "Even Elder Lancaster has to wait in line to see the Thatcher Family, and with your status,

it’s good to have ideas, but you also have

he would have

from Justin Leighton, Heidi Leighton was not nervous at all. Instead, she laughed

from the Thatcher Family can’t be moved, then we’ll invite someone we can move.

was taken

this result also seemed promising. Although Joel Thatcher could not be

Thatcher is too busy, she will surely seek help from the Thatcher Family,

get in contact

need, I’ve already made contact." Heidi Leighton curled her mouth

everything, only then did Heidi

with Jessica Thatcher, who

quickly noddChapter 398: Unexpected Encounter

Chapter 398: Unexpected

the blink of an eye, Sunday arrived, and today was the day

the house. After he left,

Veridia Airport.

waiting along with Mr. and Mrs. Lancaster for

bit of attention, especially with the fresh and vibrant Sharon Lancaster by their side. In an instant, the

quickly hurried over, "Brother, you

returning to the Lancaster Family without

identity, it would be a compounded

bit terrifying, so for now, they couldn’t tell Nina. Not even that Julian was visiting his grandparents in Crestfall could be

in casual attire,

lips into a slight smile and said, "She didn’t suspect anything. I told her I was going

good! We’re running out of

proceeded together towards the

to board ahead of economy class. After being checked by staff, the four


rushed to queue up for boarding with her suitcase, breathing

Almost late!

before heading to the airport, she lost quite a bit of time, but fortunately, she was still

few familiar figures. Why did that person

see clearly, the figures had already

displayed a puzzled look in her

should be with President Lancaster, it’s unlikely he would be out with Sharon, she

finally Nina’s turn. She took the passport handed over by the staff and entered the passage

the first-class section, Sharon and Julian

eyes, Sharon spotted Nina’s figure, her face instantly changing.

why Sharon suddenly went crazy, Julian was just about to remove the blanket from his head, but Sharon pounced on him and covered him so tightly, he

Julian: "..."

notice Sharon facing away from her or Julian with a covered head as she walked


dodged a bullet, Sharon’s heartChapter 399: Free Flight

399: Free Flight

Lancaster heard this and

Nina Sinclair supposed to be at work today? Why would she appear here and board the plane to

a message to Marcus Walsh,

less than five minutes, Marcus’s message came

Elysian, and Nina Sinclair had taken

put away his phone with a bit of helplessness. Although he didn’t know why Nina Sinclair suddenly wanted to go to Crestfall, the worse situation now was that he must not let her know his whereabouts, and most importantly, she must not see him with Sharon Lancaster, otherwise, everything would be hard to

realize what it

lie requires countless lies

...

sat down

said, "Ms. Sinclair, we are very sorry, but because our flight tickets

hearing this, Nina Sinclair furrowed her

each flight without wasting seats, airlines sometimes

by flight


Sinclair was that lucky

flights, nor is a transfer possible,

this waste one’s time, but it also negatively

cosmopolitan city with tightly booked flight seats, and Nina Sinclair had to book a week in advance to secure a

now, there surely would

asked, "How do

business class has canceled their trip, so we can now upgrade you for free, providing you with a better seat or flight, along

Sinclair finally felt a sense of relief. As long as she could go to Crestfall as planned, any solution would

from economy to business class meant better service and seats, which no sensible person

and said, "No

where your luggage is? I’ll

the flight attendant

Lancaster, who had just breathed a


had been scared to death just now. Fortunately, she had

and rear seats. She and Julian Lancaster were sitting together, with the remaining two empty

sense of relief, thankful their seat classes were different; otherwise,

passengers remain seated during the flight and won’t be moving around, so it’s unlikely they’ll meet. When disembarking, it’s their family who will leave first, making it improbable to run into Nina

and Mrs. Lancaster to be careful when deplaning later, ensuring they weren’t seen by Nina

happy for even a few seconds when she saw the flight attendant bringing Nina Sinclair oChapter 400: Almost

Chapter 400: Almost Mistook

signaling

just an aisle—not too close, not too far. The most crucial thing was that at this distance, they

Julian Lancaster grabbed Sharon’s white sunscreen jacket and

Lancaster, seeing this, breathed a sigh of relief. She also put on her

group of just the four Lancaster Family members: "Emergency! Emergency! My sister-in-law suddenly got seated in front, right

Mr. Lancaster: "Received."

"What? Daughter-in-law sat here? Alright, alright, your father and I will definitely stay hidden, not letting

Nina Sinclair glanced around, observing the

class before, but that was when she was still the Sinclair Family’s young lady. Now, she had adopted a more frugal lifestyle, something she had gotten

Eastern man beside her, feeling his figure looked

ran into while boarding, who

head and chuckled, thinking she must be obsessed. She was reminded of Julian Lancaster by everyone she

phone

and saw a message from Sharon


she was, wanting to find

did Nina Sinclair realize that she’d been so busy with other things, she forgot to tell Sharon that she was going to Crestfall.

didn’t mention the side trip to see Julian Lancaster’s

for Julian Lancaster’s grandmother, it was

relieved. She had always known that Nina Sinclair’s mother

thought Nina Sinclair was attending the grandmother’s birthday banquet, and if they met, wouldn’t

with the Sinclair Family, and they weren’t on the invitation list for the Lancaster Family banquet. She probably wouldn’t appear at the banquet, so she must really only be going to see her

Lancaster: "Alright then, are you on the plane

a Middle Eastern man who looks a lot like Julian Lancaster. If I didn’t know Julian was on a business trip

Sharon Lancaster: "..."

Eastern man be

sent an emoji to Nina Sinclair with a smile, not revealing any

for takeoff, and Nina


there was no meal service on the flight. Otherwise, Julian Lancaster would have to remove the covering, which would be a

to use the restroom, fearing they’d be spotted by Nina Sinclair. Luckily, the plane finally landed

remained motionless, even when the flight attendants came over to remind them to leave. She was puzzled as to why these

much of it, grabbing

did Sharon Lancaster feel a sense of

Oh my God!

death; she didn’t

Chapter 401:

out of the airport, the scenery before her both familiar and foreign—Crestfall, it’s been

ago, returning now felt different,

"Little Lemon!"

familiar pet name, Nina instinctively looked toward the group of people at the exit, surprised

Joel Thatcher?

how did he know she was returning

Joel wore a traditional white shirt, dark pants, and white sneakers. Though simple in color scheme, they made him

youthful, similar in age to Nina, and no one would expect him to be

old friend, Nina smiled warmly, "Zhou

him by this nickname, Joel couldn’t help but

Little Lemon, and

on, let me take you to

left

old acquaintance of the Thatcher Family, smiled and greeted Nina,


Zhao, it’s been

hitch a ride with Joel to school, so she knew the Thatcher driver well. She was surprised to see Uncle Zhao still working for the Thatcher Family after all these years, and Joel hadn’t changed much. The Sinclair Family, however, was no longer the

eyes suddenly felt a

you to your favorite grilled fish place from

car drove away from

...

picked up Julian Lancaster and others, and the shuttle

Mrs. Lancaster discussed Old Master Lancaster’s recent

him to help with health treatments, and the

"Can’t we

refuse the Lancasters. Hearing someone had, Sharon couldn’t help but be

like others who fawn over the

pulling


this, Mr. Lancaster added, "Julian, take this opportunity in Crestfall to

402: I’m

Thatcher went to their favorite spot from their school

side, and they loved visiting this grilled fish restaurant. Surprisingly, it had survived

warmly approached, "You haven’t been here for so long! You’ve graduated by now, right? Are you married? Do you

heard this and didn’t

glanced at Nina, his

and awkwardly smiled, "I am married,

hearing this, Joel’s expression changed abruptly, staring

did she

expression as if struck by

back to his senses, his once gentle demeanor changed as he pulled Nina aside urgently, "You’re

I didn’t tell you. Sorry, Joel. If I have a wedding feast someday, I would

think about the future and wasn’t sure if

Joel was suddenly at a

as if plunged into a freezing wasteland, life


enter the path of marriage with another man in such a

for her all this time; why couldn’t Nina wait a little longer for

that Nina only saw him as a good friend, perhaps a brotherly figure. She never showed

But he was different.

kept his feelings hidden, thinking they’d grow up

capability, but meeting again

be upset. It’s not too late to tell you now, right? You wouldn’t stay mad at me, would

knew Joel wasn’t petty; he

upset because she hid her

silence,

"Who did you marry? Which family’s son? What’s his background?

her head helplessly, "You asked so many things at once, how

pulled Joel to sit, "Let’s sit down and


Joel chopsticks and began to talk about

she omitted how she accidentally met Julian. She only mentioned a close friend’s introduction,

silently and drew several

man she’d only

was a driver and assistant, a very ordinary

her eyes

made Joel

to leave with her, but Joel’s father said they had no capabilities then. Why should

403: Handling Hospital Transfer

Chapter 403: Handling Hospital Transfer

Joel Thatcher might be able to step

no achievements, how

that inadvertently revealed girlish stance, Joel couldn’t help but feel a

"Didn’t he come with you to Crestfall this time? When will you bring him over to

enemy first

they say, know your enemy and know yourself, and

was startled for a moment, "He’s on a

grew up with Nina and knew her so well. That slight pause just now

son-in-law knows about it or not, he

But Nina came alone.

one possibility: Nina had been deceived by that person, which made her so infatuated with

even more assured in his

meal, Joel offered to let Nina stay at his place, but she politely declined. Although she

and asked


choice but to take her to the hospital, and he could also

Nina and Joel arrived at the

She had been lying in this private hospital, cared for by a caretaker when Nina

of fresh flowers. Since Madeline couldn’t eat anything in her unconscious state,

to speak with the attending doctor

a towel and meticulously wiping

but still beautiful. Nina’s high nose bridge resembled hers, along with fair skin and delicate features that

Soon, Joel returned.

on Auntie’s condition. There is indeed hope, but the treatment is rather complex, so I want you to

could stay here, but he

Nina agreed without hesitation. As long as Joel was willing to treat her mother,

the transfer paperwork for

was settled, it was almost midnight. Joel took Nina to

404: Chapter 404: Thinking of

Lancaster to reply so quickly. She had just sent her message

settled in. What’s up? Miss

the first time Nina Sinclair heard Julian Lancaster say something like this, she couldn’t help but curl her lips in a smile, feeling a sweet sensation

did miss him a

Joel Thatcher today, leading her mind to be filled with Julian

feelings and directly said, "That’s

Sinclair’s reply, Julian Lancaster also curled his lips into a smile, as if he could imagine her charming little face and the expression she had while saying

missed Nina Sinclair too, but unfortunately, he couldn’t take her back to

"Be good, I’ll be back soon,

gift for her,

late, you have work

"Alright, goodnight."

"Goodnight."

Lancaster finished replying to Nina Sinclair’s message, urgent knocking sounded


in cute bunny pajamas. After seeing Julian Lancaster, she looked around and

Sharon Lancaster spoke,

glanced up at her,

got a little hungry and wanted to go to the kitchen to see if there was anything to eat. As I passed by Grandpa

furrowed, lacking patience, "Get to

at the door. I heard they plan

speaking, Sharon Lancaster felt a bit indignant and angrily clenched her fist, "How can they do this? Where does this leave my sister-in-law? It would’ve been better to bring Nina over and directly announce her

darkened; regardless of what his grandparents wanted to do, he

this in advance, he could

to your room and

knew Julian Lancaster must have a plan, so she got up and returned to her

at The Lancaster Estate while in Crestfall, where rooms were reserved for them and cleaned regularly. The rooms were close to

Sharon left, Julian Lancaster’s face became solemn, his eyes showing a deep coldness.Chapter 405: Meeting Nina

405: Meeting Nina Sinclair Behind Elder Lancaster’s

Lancaster and Old Madam

of the matter was that Old Madam Lancaster had

Master Lancaster grunted unhappily, "You’re actually going behind my back to see that woman. Does

words, Old Madam Lancaster was a

for a wife for Julian? After all, that woman

Lancaster heard this, his face immediately turned

does she mean by ’it’s better

to stand on Nina Sinclair’s side, supporting

"You!

It doesn’t mean anything. Why are you

"You meet her once, and then you can invite her to the birthday banquet. After that, that woman will just walk right in and trample all over

Madam Lancaster felt quite helpless hearing this from Old Master Lancaster, "What nonsense are you talking

birthday banquet would be decided after she met

determined to meet her?" Old Master


helpless and finally tossed the question back to Old Master Lancaster. She asked, "I’ve already brought her to Crestfall. Aren’t you curious what kind of girl she is? Don’t you want to

was a bit

We’ve already agreed to announce the

other choice but to take

Master Lancaster’s opposition. She snorted, "Even if I invite her, nothing

was furious, feeling the veins

Old Madam Lancaster,

determined to meet that woman, Nina Sinclair, and would

he would announce publicly that Heidi Leighton was Julian’s wife and see how that woman

knew Old Master Lancaster’s stubbornness

already made up her mind to meet Nina Sinclair, and she could go see her alone

Following Old Madam

406: Chapter 406: Quietly Following

the living room, the Lancasters

family, who lived year-round in Veridia and occasionally visited

was just a few family members having

noticed that Old Master Lancaster seemed to be arguing with Old Madam

overheard last night. It must be about her brother’s future

own business. Old Madam Lancaster dressed up carefully and then went out to meet Nina

car leave, his eyes sinking

He had to go and see for

this, Old Master Lancaster immediately called Uncle

need?" Uncle Ming

meet that woman. You need to prepare the car immediately, and we’ll quietly follow them." After saying this, Old

"Yes, right away."

quickly, and soon the car

Lancaster, sitting in the back seat, watched Old Madam Lancaster’s car a short distance ahead. He snorted to himself: He wanted to see what charm this woman had to make Julian defy him just to be with her, and now even Old Madam was siding with her, having a cold


...

a booth of a traditional Chinese restaurant, Nina Sinclair sat somewhat nervously waiting for

from Julian’s Grandma, changing the meeting place from the suburbs to this restaurant. Nina had no

she couldn’t help but feel nervous. She didn’t know what kind of person Julian’s Grandma was. Was she as difficult as

Nina’s thoughts were wandering,

figure with jet-black hair, pinned back with a hairpin, and dressed

makeup, with simple pearl earrings. Despite the traces left by time on her face, one could still glimpse her youthful

immediately sat

know why, but her first instinct

being so handsome,

in the booth. Her sixth sense told her that she was the girl Julian

then sat down

Lancaster spoke first, "Are


nervousness slightly eased, realizing that she wasn’t difficult

her own Grandma, Nina couldn’t help but soften her

Not a Good

407: Chapter 407:

well

his absence, Moira had secretly contacted Nina

why is there no trace of

even better than when Heidi Leighton

in a foul mood, merely snorted and said nothing more, continuing to watch the

how this woman intended to

after Old

gift she had prepared and handed it to Old Madam Lancaster, saying, "Grandma, this is a specialty I bought in Veridia. I hope

its picturesque mountains and waters, known for its nutritious medicinal

of nourishing health products, perfect for

Madam Lancaster had seen all kinds of delicacies, the likes of bird’s nest, abalone, shark fins,

still liked

same Julian Lancaster often prepared for

and due to the ongoing spat between Julian and Old Master Lancaster, where he


Madam Lancaster chuckled, saying,

was

asked, "Uncle Minh, what did that woman bring

Minh had been to Veridia and had seen those items

cuisine. Many in Crestfall have servants fly to Veridia just to

ties with Julian

even sent any medicinal

so that this woman could use it to endear herself to

not a

easily seen

praised Julian about the efficacy of those medicinal dishes, yet now even Nina Sinclair’s gift couldn’t

what else

stared intently at


Lancaster for a while. She suddenly remembered Old Master Lancaster’s illness, and with some concern, asked Old Madam Lancaster, "Grandma, you said

of guilt as she replied, "Yes, indeed.

drove himself hard in his younger years, causing significant physical strain, just

408: Invite

408: Chapter 408:

Master Lancaster couldn’t hear what Nina Sinclair was saying. He could only

Uncle Ming behind him, "Arrange

"Alright,

Ming had

of replacing napkins and toothpicks, delivered some spare items to Nina Sinclair’s table, which contained a bugging device that could transmit the conversation

Sinclair’s voice coming through the

friend, an

Master Lancaster snorted lightly. As expected, Nina Sinclair was trying to

for the Thatcher Family, whom

see how that

...

hearing Nina Sinclair ask about Old Master Lancaster’s condition, feared that she might slip and slightly exaggerated his condition to her

Sinclair suddenly thought of Joel

quite formidable. She wondered if


appointments with him were already scheduled until next year. If it weren’t for their good relationship, he wouldn’t have helped her with her mother’s case. Thinking of

Joel Thatcher would be willing to look at Julian Lancaster’s grandfather, even if it meant

excellent at managing some chronic conditions. I’ll help ask if he is willing to take a

Lancaster’s eyes showed a flicker of emotion upon hearing Nina Sinclair’s

knew that when she called, Nina Sinclair came to Crestfall after hearing about Julian Lancaster’s grandfather being ill, and now she was

her years of observing people, Nina Sinclair

to win me over by inviting a doctor? If she can really get someone from the Thatcher Family,

head of the Thatcher Family, Joel Thatcher, does have impressive medical skills, but he is very prideful. I’ve sent several invitations, and he hasn’t agreed to let us

was indeed talented, and young folks tend to be a bit stubborn

Julian Lancaster’s

409: Julian Lancaster’s

Master Lancaster squinted his eyes

said, "No need, just let her come, so she

and leave Julian Lancaster on her own, saving him the trouble of having

let’s go." After speaking, Old Master Lancaster

still chatting, unaware that Old Master Lancaster

afraid you wouldn’t want to come. Grandma still hopes you can go," Old Madam Lancaster looked at

Sinclair couldn’t handle such a

and said, "I

I sent you

Lancaster, fearing Old Master Lancaster might have someone stop Nina Sinclair, gave her a heads up, planning to personally bring

"Okay, I understand."

finished speaking, she stood up and bid farewell to Nina Sinclair, and after she left, Nina Sinclair finally

Oh my God!

Julian’s grandma’s birthday?


to the banquet like this would be very impolite. She had to give a gift

day left, where could she find

Sinclair felt like she was

was from selling the ring last

to buy was a

decided to first go and take a

...

just arrived in Crestfall to take over the miscellaneous

respectfully next to Julian Lancaster and asked, "President Lancaster, the Thatcher Family has been contacted. They still politely refused our request, saying we are on a waiting list for them to come and

Julian Lancaster frowned slightly.

someone so bold,

be considered upper-middle class

to announce at the Old Madam’s birthday banquet that you are no


of the Lancaster Group, everyone was keenly

Marcus Walsh, "Is

I will take care of Miss Sinclair’s traces and

410:

went straight to Crestfall’s jade

a chance Julian Lancaster’s relatives will attend his grandma’s birthday party, so she has to bring a

the elderly, options are limited, and

health and is

message Julian, but considering his strained relationship with his grandpa, he might prevent her from attending the party. Yet she promised Grandma Lancaster she’d go,

Nina decided

make herself seen by Julian’s grandpa,

jade market, Nina was dazzled

her research in this area is not profound, she’s only dabbled in

Thatcher’s call came

quickly answered, "Joel,

to the hospital today?" Joel

of my mom for me temporarily. Once I get through this, I’ll properly thank you. Anyway,

"You’re shopping at the jade


could refuse, Joel had already

Joel seems to have a fondness for jade, and it appears he has quite a collection of exquisite pieces. No wonder he rushed over upon hearing she’s at the jade market, surely

arrived, and the two met up, Joel

need to buy her a gift." Nina introduced Julian Lancaster with this term for the first time, feeling a

slightly shy expression, Joel frowned, his eyes

look of delight doesn’t seem feigned; does she really like him

still picking out a gift for another

continued, "You arrived at just the right time, help me choose one,

Joel came, Nina checked her bank card

go towards her mother, leaving her little. Now that Julian Lancaster’s grandma’s birthday is a significant event, she decided to allocate

market, discovering that either the jade items are overpriced or of

helpless, said, "I have a few Jade

family, Joel couldn’t bear to let her be swindled, so he offered one of

411: Don’t Be

411: Don’t

place, where Joel took out his private collection for her to choose from. Nina finally chose a Jade Bracelet with a touch of green,

one, I’ll pay you." She took out her phone to

treating him like a mere business transaction, Joel’s eyes flickered, feeling somewhat

at all; perhaps these items appeared precious to outsiders, but to him, they weren’t significant,

to Joel, and since

raised her head, and asked Joel, "By

that," Joel, though secretly pleased, didn’t show it in front of

I want

the more natural it felt. Nina realized she could now say it

Joel: "..."

as he gritted his teeth and said, "You really

Nina’s

think anyone could just come

regret, "Ah... sorry! I was just asking.


heading back now. I’ll treat you to a meal another day." With that, Nina

"Wait a moment!"

halted, "Hmm? Is there

"I can make time,

He simply couldn’t

was unwilling deep down, he’d open the back door

delight, quickly adding,

a bit down earlier, seeing

saw Nina off, Joel casually asked, "You mentioned attending a birthday banquet tomorrow,

perhaps it’s because

concern for Grandfather Lancaster, making it

this, Joel’s expression

the

Chapter 412: Planting

froze when she

my husband,

banquet at Crimson Ridge Manor. You

a fool like Nina Sinclair was too easily deceived and couldn’t help but want

and didn’t take it to heart at

overthink it. I’ve met President Lancaster of the Lancaster Group. My husband works for him, so he must have some perks. Maybe he

"What’s your husband’s name?"

yesterday that Nina Sinclair was already married. He hadn’t asked for the man’s name then, but now

Nina Sinclair touched her nose and murmured, "He

coincidence was too much, and

Lancaster was unrelated

Thatcher’s face changed suddenly, staring at Nina Sinclair and asking coldly, "Are you telling me your

didn’t speak, which was a tacit

seated. He got excited and angrily said, "You’ve definitely been deceived! The name Julian Lancaster is widely known; there’s no way there’s


It’s not that unusual of

so furious his chest hurt. He took a deep breath, suppressing his anger, and after a while, said, "Alright, it’s

at Crimson Ridge Manor. Many elite families from Crestfall have been invited. Originally, when you said it was the man’s grandmother’s birthday, I didn’t think much of it. But how could there be such a coincidence? Not only is the birthday on the same day, but the venue is also the same, and the names

Sinclair’s expression changed dramatically,

continued, "So where is your husband

business trip..." Nina Sinclair

a bogus business trip! Julian Lancaster

upon hearing this,

skull to see what

unfilial descendant would go on a business trip when their family member is celebrating a birthday?" he sneered. "You probably don’t know, but the Lancaster Family sent me an invitation. I politely declined, saying I had business. Later, I found out,

Outcome Revealed at the Birthday

left Joel Thatcher’s

she was full of confidence, thinking Joel was just spouting nonsense, but upon careful

indeed rare, and the probability

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