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!"

What she meant was that she was meddling in others’ business. She was now President Lancaster’s woman, so how could that count as meddling?

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

Yvonne Crowe had been sticking close to Rebecca Lowell these days to build connections, hoping to climb to a higher position.

She became Rebecca Lowell’s lackey immediately, and her gaze towards Nina Sinclair was filled with disdain and contempt.

Hearing this, Rebecca Lowell’s expression softened. She gave Nina Sinclair a cold glance and snorted, "I will certainly handle this justly. Anyone who tarnishes Zenith’s name won’t get away easily!"

Yvonne Crowe quickly echoed, "Exactly, such troublemakers must be cleared out. Our Elysian brand has just started; we absolutely cannot let her ruin it."

Others in the background nodded in agreement.

For a moment, many people surrounded Rebecca Lowell, all echoing her sentiments.

After all, she was the future boss’s wife, currently in a position of power. Who wouldn’t flatter her?


Seeing Nina Sinclair become the target of criticism, Rebecca Lowell wore a smug smile and said, "Nina Sinclair, if you want to save some face, I need not say more. Just admit what you’ve done yourself!"

Yvonne Crowe was extremely excited. Last time she didn’t succeed and let her restore the drawing, but this time it was different; they could definitely get Nina Sinclair expelled!

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

With Nina Sinclair gone, she would have one less competitor when it came time to compete for the position of Elysian leader.

Rebecca Lowell glanced at Nina Sinclair.

Of course, she didn’t just want to expel Nina Sinclair; she wanted to make sure she couldn’t survive in the industry.

The best method was to make her, as she did back then at Sinclair Group, confess her mistakes aloud.

Back then, Nina Sinclair stood before Byron Sinclair with red-rimmed eyes, gritting her teeth to admit her mistakes, and she looked so downtrodden, like a homeless dog.

Nina Sinclair listened to them 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, "Hand it over!"

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

Chapter 388: Chapter 388: Inviting President Lancaster Over

Rebecca Lowell’s demeanor clearly seemed to say, what difference does it make even if Nina Sinclair finds out?

At this moment, Yvonne Crowe impatiently urged, "See, the evidence is right here, Nina Sinclair, do you still want to deny it?"

She straightforwardly said to Rebecca Lowell, "Rebecca, since this kind of person refuses to repent, go tell President Lancaster about this. Let him send someone over to deal with Nina Sinclair, this ungrateful woman."

In fact, Yvonne Crowe also wanted to see if Rebecca Lowell was really so favored in President Lancaster’s eyes.

This way, she would also know how to please Rebecca Lowell in the future.

Rebecca Lowell heard Yvonne Crowe’s words and sensed her little schemes, a thoughtful look appeared in her eyes.

Although everyone was praising her, there were still some people who didn’t believe she really got close to President Lancaster. No one mentioned it openly, but she was well aware of what they thought behind her back!

In that case, let these people be envious for a moment.

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

"Okay, I’ll go right away."

...

The president’s office.

Marcus Walsh was reporting to Julian Lancaster about Nina Sinclair’s situation. After he finished, he saw Julian Lancaster’s face quickly darken, a chilling aura coming from all directions.

gosh, it was


seeing Julian Lancaster like this, he felt there

not handled well, it might affect

looked up at Marcus Walsh and asked, "Did you get in touch with

by a well-known designer in the circle, and Marcus Walsh had promptly suppressed

demanding a huge compensation. This small amount of money wasn’t something Zenith couldn’t afford, but if it

Sinclair, compensating for it would mean admitting that

such unwarranted accusations, so it was

"I’ve contacted her, and she said not a penny less in compensation, otherwise she’ll expose the matter

Sinclair family’s heiress. He had then instructed Marcus Walsh to further investigate her past with the Sinclair Group, detailing every

what had happened at Sinclair Group back then,

agreed to this, it would undoubtedly be another

phone in

Lancaster picked it up to

389: President Lancaster

389: Chapter 389: President

Elysian’s office, everyone was still in a standoff, waiting for the person

smug upon seeing someone leave to bring President Lancaster over.

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

is President Lancaster’s woman? You dare to frame Rebecca? There’s no way President Lancaster would let this

Lowell sneered with

Sinclair trampled

other employees in Elysian couldn’t help but mutter among themselves when they heard

do such a thing. Could it be that

she’s probably not

really blows up, we’ll definitely

should just leave quietly instead of being so stubborn. Now look, if upper management sends someone over,

this, Millie Langley was beside herself with

of being dismissed had just been resolved, and now such a situation had arisen. She completely did not believe Nina Sinclair would tamper with

short time, Millie Langley knew that Nina Sinclair was not someone


they

face and had no idea what to do, which greatly

calm, seemingly putting on a show, though internally, she must

see Nina Sinclair fall to

filled with mockery as she looked at Nina Sinclair, intending to see fear in her. To her surprise, Nina Sinclair was exceedingly composed

and scared, begging them not to drive her out

was going

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

person who went to seek instructions returned, but there was no one

this, many began to whisper

that the higher-ups don’t intend

possible that Rebecca Lowell was actually lying and isn’t that important?

composure when she saw the suspicious looks around


why did you come back alone?"

said... to let me come back first," the

there was a noticeable commotiChapter 390: Don’t

390: Chapter 390: Don’t

Lowell’s previously somber expression vanished as she walked forward with delight, shyly saying

who came wasn’t President Lancaster, but

Lancaster, people from Elysian had coincidentally come to fetch him, and since Julian was inconveniently unable

approaching Marcus Walsh and knew

not seen Julian

Zenith president was truly too mysterious; even among Zenith employees, few had met him, but his representative,

forward with eager smiles,

the enthusiastic crowd, Marcus Walsh adopted

warm response, the Elysian

finally fortunate enough to see

a bit different from what I imagined, I think President Lancaster is pretty

really cozy up to President Lancaster, my gosh! I’m absolutely

...

Crowe saw Rebecca Lowell with someone backing her, jealousy flickering in her eyes; it’s incredibly enviable,


matter, as long as she could please Rebecca

sneering sarcastically, "Did you see? President Lancaster is here. Just see how you’ll keep up that stubborn

Nina Sinclair’s eyes darkened.

Lowell’s boyfriend, and

quitting this job today, she was

firm, mentally prepared for

Rebecca Lowell and her group had finished their greetings and

of Elysian employees around her, felt incredibly proud,

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

spat blood upon hearing Yvonne Crowe’s

out

What was she saying??

knew he dared speak to Nina


here to support Nina

Crowe finished speaking, she looked

looked at the leaping Yvonne Crowe; she finally got

Yvonne Crowe

391: Proving

Walsh’s rebuke of Yvonne Crowe

almost wondered if they heard

Lancaster tell

composed Marcus Walsh, completely struck like by lightning, unable to utter the mocking words she had planned

came to her senses and

in her eyes seemed to ask Rebecca Lowell, what is

Lancaster backing Nina

him, he just

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

Sinclair was

What’s happening?

President Lancaster wasn’t supporting Rebecca Lowell. Judging by his words, will

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

moment, Nina Sinclair’s impression of President Lancaster


President Lancaster to prove

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

As long as he conducts a

"Of course! Zenith is not a place

words, Rebecca Lowell’s face turned

although she wanted to ask him what was going on, she didn’t want to embarrass herself in front of so many people, so she forcibly swallowed her

President Lancaster disregarded even Rebecca Lowell’s pride and showed

Nina Sinclair, puzzled, "Miss Sinclair, do you

Sinclair nodded

beside her, "Millie, take out your phone and open up what I had you record

confusion to excitement and glee upon hearing

Right!

of them repairing the drafts every day,


the draft had been tampered with,

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

Sinclair is

Millie Langley immediately took out her phone and opened the small account she recorded

More

392: One More Time and You’re

Langley said aloud, "Every day while Director 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

began to look

Sinclair, it would only be Rebecca Lowell. After all, she has been

their voice

Why is

Lowell his girlfriend? Generally,

Sinclair’s background is not simple, and now it’s proven

...

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

Rebecca Lowell was President Lancaster’s girlfriend, and with President Lancaster right there,

weren’t looking at her anymore, those unusual glances still fell on her, neither lightly nor

Lowell couldn’t stand it any

how can you let others bully your girlfriend like this? My dignity is being completely wiped out


with President Lancaster, she

actually helping Nina Sinclair. What does

and she looked at Nina Sinclair as if she wanted to devour

Walsh looked at Rebecca Lowell’s arrogant demeanor

that Rebecca Lowell did

place where one can abuse relationships to do as they

Langley didn’t expect President Lancaster to be so

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

this incident. Since we have proved Director Sinclair’s and my innocence, isn’t it time

glanced subtly

face instantly turned

when he learned

properly, his

Chapter 393: Don’t Mess with Nina

eyes widened in disbelief; she simply

was going to fire

more, but Marcus had already turned and

then did everyone realize

Lancaster actually sacrificed his own

expect President Lancaster wouldn’t even stand up for his own people. It’s truly

own people? Rebecca Lowell might not even

...

voices around her, Rebecca’s face turned ashen, her expression stiffened, and the fists

expected

she planned to frame Nina Sinclair and get her kicked out of Elysian,

she might really be fired. Then, if she returned to the Sinclair Group

help that bitch, Nina

he’s


taken from Nina Sinclair, so Rebecca naturally felt very uneasy, a bit panicked inside, determined to keep Julian Lancaster

call President Lancaster to admit her

Rebecca

were left 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 manage to get Nina Sinclair expelled. Who could have expected Rebecca to end up like

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

turned livid upon

and face Millie’s ridicule, she left with

reminding themselves

over now. You should head home, or you’ll miss the

of work delayed quite a bit

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

could

unintentionally attracted a young admirer; the way Millie looked


all these preventive measures were learned

outstanding ability; it was just an instinctive reaction after being

a little fan isn’t

moment, Marcus returned to

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 will continue to negotiate regarding that design issue, striving to minimize the

uneasy, not knowing if Julian would be dissatisfied with his

clenching his fists,

merely gave a faint response and said, "Got

he picked up

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

394: Should We Take

to glow, and the streetlights on both sides of the road were already lit, with

Lancaster’s car slowly pulled over to the roadside; he glanced up in the

the Elysian department were still

his phone suddenly rang. It was a call from Sharon Lancaster. He swiped to answer,

soon as the call connected, Sharon’s voice came through, "Brother, it’s Grandma’s birthday on Sunday; you haven’t forgotten,

even had Marcus Walsh select a precious gift to give to Old Madam

"No, I haven’t forgotten."

called to remind you." Sharon said and then

slightly, not

to bring Nina Sinclair back to the Lancaster

a bit of prejudice against Nina. Bringing her back like this would just embarrass her; he

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

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

stubborn nature made it indeed difficult


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

are both esteemed families in Crestfall. Logically,

he had also been curious about

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

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

quirky and stubborn. It’s normal

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

walked out of the Zenith Building. Julian looked over and

the incident occurred, Nina had already messaged Julian saying she might be delayed and that he should go home first without

when she

for a

Julian had been waiting here for her

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


on the steering wheel, somewhat guilty, saying, "I wasn’t waiting for very long."Chapter 395:

Chapter 395: Mother May

do too." Nina Sinclair recalled the call from Grandma

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.

car just left, Nina couldn’t help but

didn’t expect President Lancaster

Julian: "..."

at Nina’s admiring expression, did all the good reputation he had let Marcus Walsh help Nina, get

Julian felt somewhat depressed.

explain much, so in

...

Lowell was publicly humiliated, she had restrained herself a lot and didn’t

also peacefully and happily

to go to Crestfall, and she had been

meeting Julian’s grandparents, not a formal meeting with

Ding, Nina’s phone chimed.


sender, Nina immediately straightened up, her whole being

from the medical institution caring for her

text, which read: Miss Sinclair, your mother’s recent condition seems good. There appears to

this message,

finally calling

greeting was polite on

just received your message. Is it

to believe it, but after so many years,

waking, it was like giving a parched traveler in the desert a refreshing drink, a light in

we’ve been examining her these past days and found that Mrs. Shen’s condition is much better than before. However, our treatment has limitations. We suggest

so excited she couldn’t speak

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

a dream; her mother has


now, Dr. Fang mentioned complementing it with traditional Chinese medicine. Where could

Suddenly, Nina froze.

it, she did remember someone. After severing ties with the

now meant re-entering the circle

want

a chance of

Worthy to

Chapter 396: Worthy to Pursue Nina

in her heart, has he changed his number?

Sinclair worried, the phone

magnetic voice

paused, not knowing what

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

"Joel Thatcher, I’m sorry."

other end of the line, Joel Thatcher heard Nina Sinclair’s sincere apology, and the words he intended to scold her with were

and asked somewhat nervously, "Did something happen to you? Judging by the way you broke off

for a favor? The hospital said my mother’s condition has slightly improved and suggested that I cooperate

Thatcher

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

Nina Sinclair’s eyes felt a

blame her for not

Families 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


also grew up together and had been very close since

playful moments, and Nina Sinclair

seemed to bring her back

marriage in the Thatcher Family. No matter how good they were, she was still a woman, and she thought Joel Thatcher’s future wife might mind her existence,

Then I won’t talk about money with you." Nina Sinclair sincerely said, "If my mother really

Joel Thatcher seemed to

didn’t

back to Crestfall? Bring me

tomorrow, I’ll contact you when I

"Okay."

...

Crestfall, at the Thatcher

robe, staring at the phone that


decided

back then cChapter 397: Inviting the Thatcher

397: Chapter 397:

Leighton Family.

"Heidi, have you prepared the birthday

Leighton had a

the birthday celebration was very important, and the gifts couldn’t be too shabby, or else they might

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

idea, and he looked

way will

confident smile

Thatcher Family is so renowned, who in

the past, but in recent years, their growth has been rapid. It’s said that the current family head, Joel Thatcher, has fully inherited the essence from Old Thatcher, and at a young age, has

has already propped up the Thatcher Family, and many people are asking for his services, but all have to

Justin

to invite someone from the Thatcher

Elder Lancaster has a long-standing issue with insomnia and has seen many renowned doctors without any cure. This is the only 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


a low voice, "Even Elder Lancaster has to wait in line to see the Thatcher Family, and

good to have ideas, but you also have to

it were really so easy to win over Old Master Lancaster, he would have used this method long ago, instead of holding back and

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

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

taken aback,

also seemed promising. Although Joel Thatcher could

from the

in contact with the

Heidi Leighton curled her mouth into

everything, only then did

with Jessica Thatcher, who has also agreed to treat

this, Justin Leighton quickly noddChapter

Unexpected

and today was the day Nina Sinclair would visit

him off out of the house. After he left, she returned to her room to retrieve the suitcase she had secretly packed the night

Veridia Airport.

stood waiting along with Mr. and Mrs. Lancaster for Julian Lancaster

fresh and vibrant

while, Sharon spotted Julian Lancaster arriving late, and she quickly hurried over, "Brother, you finally made

the Lancaster Family without her, she might get

it

it made this snowball effect seem a bit terrifying, so for now, they couldn’t tell Nina. Not even that Julian was visiting his grandparents

Lancaster, dressed in casual attire, looked strikingly

he curved his lips into a slight smile and said, "She didn’t

running out

the group proceeded

he naturally booked business class, allowing them to board ahead of economy class. After being checked by staff, the four of them, luggage in hand, entered the


rushed to queue up for boarding

Almost late!

to leave before heading to the airport, she lost quite a

figures. Why did that person look so much

Nina could see clearly, the figures had already disappeared

a puzzled

be with President Lancaster, it’s

a while in line, it was finally Nina’s turn. She took the passport handed over by the staff and entered the passage to

section, Sharon and Julian

sharp eyes, Sharon spotted Nina’s figure, her face instantly

from his head, but Sharon pounced on

Julian: "..."

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


that they dodged a bullet, Sharon’s

399:

this and showed a look of

supposed to be at work today? Why would

and sent a message to Marcus Walsh, asking

than five minutes, Marcus’s message

he went to ask at Elysian, and Nina

of helplessness. Although he didn’t know why Nina Sinclair suddenly wanted to go to Crestfall, the worse situation now was that he must

Lancaster realize what it

countless lies to

...

Sinclair sat down

Sinclair, we are very sorry, but because our flight tickets for this trip

Nina Sinclair furrowed her

each flight without wasting seats, airlines sometimes oversell

persuaded by flight attendants to leave the flight and


was

nor is a transfer possible, one could only

does this waste one’s time, but it also negatively affects one’s

booked flight seats, and Nina Sinclair had to book

she canceled now, there surely

her brow and asked,

passenger in business class has canceled their trip, so we can now upgrade you

finally felt a sense of relief. As long as she could go to Crestfall

business class meant better service and seats, which no

nodded and said,

I ask where your luggage is? I’ll help you with

retrieving her suitcase, Nina Sinclair followed the

Lancaster, who had just breathed a


Fortunately, she had perfectly avoided Nina Sinclair and hadn’t

tickets for the front and rear seats. She and

relief, thankful their seat classes were different; otherwise, it

around, so it’s unlikely they’ll meet. When disembarking, it’s their family who will leave

also reminded Mr. and Mrs. Lancaster to be careful when deplaning later, ensuring they weren’t seen

hadn’t been happy for even a few seconds when she saw

400: Almost Mistook

Julian Lancaster, signaling to him that Nina

Lancaster were separated by just an aisle—not too close, not

grabbed Sharon’s white

sigh of relief. She also put on her

four Lancaster Family members: "Emergency! Emergency! My sister-in-law suddenly got seated in front, right next to us.

Mr. Lancaster: "Received."

alright, your father and I will definitely stay hidden, not letting her see

Nina Sinclair glanced around,

class before, but that was when she was still the Sinclair Family’s

noticed the Middle Eastern man beside her, feeling his figure looked very

must be the person she ran into while boarding, who looked so much like Julian Lancaster,

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

her phone suddenly

checked her phone and saw a message


asking where she was, wanting to find her to

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

trip to see Julian Lancaster’s grandmother, fearing Sharon might

for Julian Lancaster’s grandmother, it

seeing the message, Sharon Lancaster gradually felt relieved. She had always known that Nina Sinclair’s mother had been in

was attending the grandmother’s birthday banquet, and if they met, wouldn’t that be

weren’t on the invitation list for

Lancaster: "Alright then, are

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

Sharon Lancaster: "..."

that Middle Eastern man be her

emoji to Nina

this time, the plane announced preparations for takeoff, and Nina Sinclair put


from Veridia to Crestfall wasn’t far, so there was no meal service on the flight. Otherwise, Julian Lancaster would have to

restroom, fearing they’d be spotted by Nina

when the flight attendants came over to remind them to leave. She was puzzled

of it, grabbing her suitcase and disembarking

feel a sense of

Oh my God!

was nearly scared to death; she

Chapter 401: Nicknames Just for

the airport, the scenery before her both familiar

not long ago, returning now felt different, as if

"Little Lemon!"

the group of people at the exit,

Joel Thatcher?

how did he know she was returning to

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

in age to Nina, and no one would expect him to be the newly

warmly, "Zhou Zhou, what are you doing

call him by this nickname,

other nicknames. He called her Little Lemon, and she called him Zhou Zhou, names special to

suitcase and said, "Come on, let me take you to eat

they left the

an old acquaintance of the Thatcher Family,


Zhao, it’s been

driver was unavailable, Nina would hitch a ride with Joel to school, so she knew the Thatcher driver well. She was surprised to see

suddenly felt a sting

take you to your favorite

car drove

...

Lancaster

Lancaster

know the Thatcher Family? Lately, their Family Head is quite the sensation in the Crestfall circles. Many want him to help

curiously, "Can’t we

Crestfall who would refuse the Lancasters. Hearing someone had, Sharon couldn’t help but be curious about the Thatcher

Lancaster replied solemnly, "Joel Thatcher isn’t like others who fawn over the Lancasters, doesn’t give face to anyone, he’s quite

pulling strings


added, "Julian, take this opportunity in Crestfall to visit the Thatchers. Maybe a chat betChapter

402: I’m

went to their favorite spot from their school

they had a down-to-earth side, and they loved visiting this grilled fish restaurant. Surprisingly, it had

so long! You’ve graduated by now, right? Are you married? Do you have

and didn’t

Nina, his eyes revealing a gentle

awkwardly

Joel’s expression changed abruptly,

what did she

expression as if struck by lightning, clearly astounded by

while, Joel came back to his senses, his once gentle demeanor changed as he pulled Nina

helplessness as she answered truthfully, "Yes, we lost contact before, so I didn’t tell you. Sorry, Joel. If I have a wedding feast

and wasn’t

was suddenly at

heart felt scorched, as if plunged into


of marriage

patiently waited for her all this time; why couldn’t Nina wait a

that Nina only saw him as a good friend,

But he was different.

his feelings hidden, thinking they’d grow up someday, but then the

capability, but meeting again

don’t be upset. It’s not too late to tell

wasn’t petty; he certainly wouldn’t

still believed Joel was upset because she hid her

a moment of silence, Joel

son? What’s his background?

helplessly, "You asked so many things at once, how should I answer

sit, "Let’s sit down and


Joel chopsticks and began

she omitted how she accidentally met Julian. She only mentioned a close

and

man she’d only met

man was a driver

her eyes showed

made Joel

leave with her, but Joel’s

403: Handling

Chapter 403: Handling Hospital Transfer

man, Joel Thatcher might be able to step

like this, of a man with such a background and no achievements, how could he bear his little princess being wronged? Nina deserves

demeanor towards her newlywed husband, that inadvertently revealed girlish stance,

calmly, "Didn’t he come with you to Crestfall this time?

understand the enemy first before

and know yourself, and you will be victorious in

a business trip, so

so well. That slight pause just now made him

knows about it or not, he should have

But Nina came alone.

possibility: Nina had been deceived by that person, which

even more

let Nina stay at his place, but she politely declined. Although she couldn’t return to the Sinclair

her mother and asked


no choice but to take her to the

Joel arrived at

Madeline Sherman, had been in a vegetative state due to a car accident for nearly fifteen years. She had been lying in this private hospital, cared for by a caretaker when

bought a bouquet of fresh flowers. Since Madeline couldn’t

hospital, Joel went to speak with the attending doctor

the bedside, holding a towel and meticulously wiping Madeline Sherman’s

still beautiful. Nina’s high nose bridge resembled hers, along with fair skin

Soon, Joel returned.

hope, but the treatment is rather complex, so I want you to transfer her to my hospital for treatment. It would be more convenient, and I can take better care of

Joel had his selfish reasons. Madeline could stay here, but he wanted more contact with Nina, and

hesitation. As long as Joel was willing to treat her mother,

processing the transfer paperwork

was settled, it was almost midnight. Joel took Nina to her previously rented apartment before leaving.Chapter 404: Thinking of You All

Chapter 404: Thinking of

not expected Julian Lancaster to reply so quickly. She had

Lancaster: "Just settled in. What’s

she couldn’t help but curl her lips in a smile,

did miss him

too much about Julian Lancaster with Joel Thatcher today, leading her mind to be filled with Julian Lancaster’s image all

said, "That’s

Nina 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

unfortunately, he couldn’t take her back to meet

back soon, and I’ll

a gift for her, Nina Sinclair’s smile widened, and she

you have work tomorrow,

"Alright, goodnight."

"Goodnight."

after Julian Lancaster finished replying to Nina Sinclair’s message, urgent


bunny pajamas. After seeing Julian

was safe, Sharon Lancaster spoke, "Brother! I just

glanced up at her,

go to the kitchen to see if there

lacking patience,

I heard them mention your name, so I paid extra attention and listened at the door. I heard they plan

"How can they do this? Where does this leave my sister-in-law? It would’ve been

of what his grandparents

could

understand, go back to your room and sleep,"

Julian Lancaster must have a plan, so she got up and

Crestfall, where rooms were reserved for them and cleaned regularly. The rooms were close to Old Master Lancaster and Old Madam Lancaster’s quarters, which is why Sharon

eyes showing a deep coldness.Chapter 405: Meeting Nina Sinclair Behind

Chapter 405: Meeting Nina Sinclair

this moment, Old Master Lancaster and Old Madam Lancaster were

matter was that Old Madam Lancaster had accidentally revealed she wanted to meet

see that woman. Does

words, Old Madam Lancaster was a bit

After all, that woman and

heard this,

’it’s better to keep the

lady meant to stand on Nina Sinclair’s side, supporting her to become Julian

"You!

It doesn’t mean anything. Why are you making

"You meet her once, and then you can invite her to the birthday banquet. After that, that woman will

this from Old Master Lancaster, "What nonsense

to the birthday banquet would be decided after

her?" Old Master Lancaster asked with a serious


Lancaster looked 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?

a bit curious,

to announce the marriage

other choice but to take a

Madam Lancaster, feeling rebellious, was displeased with Old Master Lancaster’s opposition. She snorted, "Even if I

him, Old Master Lancaster was furious, feeling the veins on his forehead pulsing and his chest tight with

Madam Lancaster,

he opposed, Old Madam Lancaster was determined to meet that woman, Nina Sinclair, and would likely

was Julian’s wife and see

Madam Lancaster knew Old Master Lancaster’s stubbornness

mind to meet Nina Sinclair, and she could go see her alone without needing Old

Quietly Following

Quietly Following Old Madam

the living room, the Lancasters

villas. Beside Julian’s family, who lived year-round in Veridia and occasionally visited to stay with Old Master Lancaster, the others did

was just a few family members having

Lancaster keenly noticed that Old Master Lancaster

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

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

leave, his eyes sinking

felt uneasy. He had to

Old Master Lancaster immediately called Uncle Ming, asking

do you need?" Uncle Ming asked

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

"Yes, right away."

Ming acted quickly, and soon the car was ready. They quietly

what charm this woman had to make Julian defy him just to be with her, and now even Old Madam was siding


...

Chinese restaurant, Nina Sinclair sat somewhat nervously waiting

suddenly received a text from Julian’s Grandma, changing the meeting place from the suburbs to this restaurant.

nervous. She didn’t know what kind of person Julian’s Grandma was.

Nina’s thoughts were wandering, the door of the

a hairpin, and

by time on her face, one could still glimpse her

sat

didn’t know why, but her first instinct was that this woman must be Julian’s

with Julian being so handsome,

saw Nina sitting in the booth. Her

Nina, then

Madam Lancaster spoke first, "Are you Julian’s


Grandma Lancaster’s gentle tone, Nina’s nervousness slightly eased, realizing that she

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

Not a

407: Not

getting along so well without a

in his absence, Moira had secretly

why is there no trace of unfamiliarity between the

towards Nina Sinclair was even better than when Heidi

merely snorted and said nothing more, continuing to watch the

to see how this woman intended

apprehension quickly evaporated after Old Madam Lancaster extended

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

natural lifestyle in Veridia is excellent, with its picturesque mountains and waters, known for its

of nourishing health products, perfect for gifting to the elderly. Although not very

kinds of delicacies, the likes of bird’s nest, abalone, shark fins, sea cucumber, and they meant

liked what

was the same Julian Lancaster often prepared for

to the ongoing spat between Julian and Old


that moment, Old Madam Lancaster chuckled, saying, "Definitely not. Nina,

that Old Madam Lancaster was not displeased, Nina Sinclair immediately

the monitor, asked, "Uncle

Veridia and had seen

Many in Crestfall have servants fly to Veridia just to buy it.

cooling of ties with Julian Lancaster all

even sent

be a deliberate act so that this woman could use it to endear herself to Moira, and in turn, him, making him

Clearly not

easily seen through by

monitor and silently thought, Master always praised Julian about the efficacy of those medicinal dishes, yet now even Nina Sinclair’s gift couldn’t appease him. Clearly, Julian and Nina Sinclair still have a long road

see what

words, he stared intently


chatted with Old Madam Lancaster for a while. She suddenly remembered Old Master Lancaster’s illness, and with some concern, asked Old Madam Lancaster, "Grandma, you said on the phone that Grandpa’s sick. Is it

as she replied, "Yes, indeed. We’ve consulted many doctors, but none have been

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

Invite the Thatcher

408: Chapter 408: Invite the Thatcher

no sound on the surveillance footage, Old Master Lancaster couldn’t hear what Nina Sinclair was saying. He could only see that she seemed to be saying something, and Old Madam Lancaster was

behind him, "Arrange it immediately. I want to hear what that woman

a bit helpless but quickly responded, "Alright, Master, I’ll try my

Uncle Ming had everything

to Nina Sinclair’s table, which contained a bugging device that could transmit the

voice coming through the

a friend, an expert

As expected, Nina Sinclair was trying to use this to curry favor with

her status and background, whom could she possibly know that’s impressive? Except for the Thatcher Family, whom he couldn’t personally invite, he paid no regard to other

was curious to see

...

that she might slip and

Nina Sinclair

his medical skills were quite formidable. She wondered if she


next year. If it weren’t for their good relationship, he wouldn’t have

if Joel Thatcher would be willing to look at Julian

and said, "I know a friend, very skilled in medicine, who is excellent

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

came to Crestfall after hearing about

her years of observing people, Nina Sinclair was a filial and good

she can really get someone from the Thatcher Family, then she’d be impressive, and I’d be convinced.

impressive medical skills, but he is very prideful. I’ve sent several invitations, and he hasn’t agreed to let

talented, and young

409: Julian Lancaster’s

409: Chapter 409: Julian Lancaster’s Grandmother’s

Lancaster squinted his eyes upon hearing

his hand and said, "No need, just let her come, so she can

and leave Julian Lancaster on her own, saving him

Ming, let’s go." After speaking, Old

this time, Nina Sinclair and Old Madam Lancaster were still

didn’t tell you before because I was afraid you wouldn’t want to come. Grandma still hopes you can go," Old Madam Lancaster looked at Nina Sinclair with an expectant expression

Sinclair couldn’t handle such a request;

"I understand, I

sent you

Old Master Lancaster might have someone stop Nina Sinclair, gave her a heads up, planning to personally bring her to the banquet and see what that old man

"Okay, I understand."

Lancaster finished speaking, she stood up and bid farewell to Nina Sinclair, and after she left, Nina Sinclair finally realized what had just been

Oh my God!

Julian’s grandma’s birthday?


wasn’t prepared at all, going to the banquet like this would be very impolite. She had to

where could she

Sinclair felt like she

selling the ring

what to buy was a

go and take a look, so she grabbed

...

in Crestfall to take

refused our request, saying we are on a waiting list for them to come and look after the Old Master’s health. There’s nothing

Julian Lancaster frowned slightly.

Walsh took a deep breath, this was the first time he saw someone so bold, daring not to show the

Thatcher Family could only be considered upper-middle class in Crestfall, but their

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


the Lancaster Group, everyone was keenly watching his

Lancaster looked up at Marcus Walsh, "Is there a

"No, I will take care of Miss Sinclair’s traces

Chapter 410: Choosing

went straight to

grandma’s birthday party, so she

limited, and

jade is beneficial for health and is also a prestigious

grandpa, he might prevent her from attending the party. Yet she promised Grandma Lancaster she’d go, and backing

Nina

herself seen

the jade market, Nina was

research in this area is not profound,

Thatcher’s call

answered,

you coming to the hospital today?" Joel

so please take care of my mom for me temporarily. Once I get through this, I’ll properly thank you.

"You’re shopping at the jade market? Hold on,


Joel had

a collection

met up, Joel asked, "Why

to buy her a gift." Nina introduced Julian

shy expression, Joel frowned, his

feigned;

picking out a gift for another man — it’s

at just the right time, help me choose one, nothing too expensive, something

Joel came, Nina checked her bank card balance. She

selling the ring last time, most of her funds go towards her mother, leaving her little. Now that Julian Lancaster’s grandma’s birthday is

market, discovering that either the jade items are overpriced or of poor quality, plain and simple, they’d be a

feeling helpless, said, "I have a few Jade Bracelets, let me give you

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

Don’t

411: Chapter 411:

Sinclair followed Joel Thatcher back to his place, where Joel took out his private collection for her to choose from. Nina

I’ll pay you." She took out her

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

appeared precious to outsiders, but to him, they weren’t significant, even if he had

to Joel, and since it was for him, she added

remember something, raised her head,

permits that," Joel, though secretly

isn’t doing well. I want to bring

"husband," the more natural it felt. Nina realized she could now

Joel: "..."

changed as he gritted his teeth and said, "You really think I’m so

Madeline Sherman to jump the queue for treatment was entirely for Nina’s sake. If it were anyone

anyone could

face showed regret, "Ah... sorry! I was just asking. If


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

"Wait a moment!"

Is

said fiercely, "I can make time, bring him in a

He simply couldn’t

he was unwilling deep down, he’d open the back door for her. She was the only one he’d

with delight, quickly

feeling a bit down earlier, seeing Nina’s cheerful face made Joel feel a bit better.

off, Joel casually asked, "You mentioned attending a

it’s because the hospital is

thought Grandma Lancaster set it up there out of concern for Grandfather

Joel’s

Planting the Seeds of

Planting the Seeds of

when she heard

my

people don’t usually host a birthday banquet at Crimson Ridge Manor. You should think it over carefully; don’t let yourself be deceived. Could

felt that a fool like Nina Sinclair was too

Sinclair heard this and didn’t

President Lancaster of the Lancaster Group. My husband works for him,

"What’s your husband’s name?"

Nina Sinclair was already married. He hadn’t asked for the man’s

nose and murmured, "He has

quite believe it herself after saying it. The coincidence was too much, and it was no wonder Joel Thatcher got so agitated earlier. She would

unrelated to President

changed suddenly, staring at Nina Sinclair and asking coldly, "Are you

which was a tacit

seated. He got excited and angrily said, "You’ve definitely been deceived! The name Julian


not? It’s not that unusual of a

breath, suppressing his anger, and after a

grand birthday, held 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

dramatically,

where

a business trip..." Nina

disappointment, "What a bogus business trip! Julian Lancaster might just be playing with you. Do you really

Sinclair frowned in displeasure upon hearing this,

desperate to pry open her skull to see what was going on inside

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.

413: Chapter 413: The Outcome Revealed at the Birthday

left Joel Thatcher’s residence with a complex

confidence, thinking Joel was just spouting nonsense,

is indeed rare, and the probability of a namesake is perhaps only

arrangement, and because of her trust

that

Julian. If he indeed is that Julian

was

she thought, the more anxious she became, especially with what Joel mentioned about the

Sinclair took out her phone, wanting to

mistaken, would

long time, she put

find out at the banquet

...

Crimson Ridge Manor.


entrance on time, standing in an

luxury cars gathered, and the scene was attended by numerous wealthy

seemed like the Lancaster family’s birthday banquet mentioned

Joel said the entire area belonged to the Lancasters,

really as

the entrance for a long time, but couldn’t catch sight of anyone resembling Julian, making her doubt whether she’d

the time and decided to call

arrived at the place you mentioned." Nina paused

back door and wait, I’ll

leaving

Manor, so Julian might indeed be a member of the Lancaster

and headed straight to the back door of

a luxury car stopped at the entrance of the manor, and Justin Leighton and Heidi Leighton got out. Heidi,


off, she happened to see Nina Sinclair’s departing

Nina go, Heidi furrowed her

Isn’t that Nina Sinclair?

here? Could it

their families, it’s impossible for Nina

saw Heidi staring ahead

shook her head lightly, "Nothing, Dad, let’s

the Lancaster family’s butler, Chad Rhodes, promptly greeted them with courtesy, smiling as he said, "President

wait here for Justin Leighton, so he was specially at

enthusiastically exchanged pleaChapter 414: Attempting to Lay Hands on

414: Chapter 414: Attempting to Lay Hands

at the entrance, and there’s no chance anyone will sneak in," Chad Rhodes

should have a back entrance, right?" Heidi Leighton said, deliberately saying casually, "When I got out of the car just now, I saw a woman acting sneakily,

pay attention to the back door. What

simple jeans and a T-shirt, probably not someone attending

go ahead inside, I’ll take people

saying that, Chad left with several

they left, Justin Leighton asked, "What’s

something was wrong. Her insistence on telling Chad about this must mean there was an

slightly as she said, "I

"Nina Sinclair?"

outside, perhaps trying

cannot let her in; if something happens, it

to Old

walked into


led people around the manor, searching for the woman Heidi had mentioned

reached the back door, he

around the manor? Don’t

thinking it was just a normal family gathering, no need to

a voice told her it was impossible, so her casual and relaxed appearance actually

said calmly, "I’m waiting

making excuses, I think you’re just trying to sneak in, aren’t you? Women like you, I’ve seen plenty!"

Lancaster Family, what else would a woman

enter through the main door, but she was sneaking around the back; she must be trying to fish in

slightly, surprised at the man’s arrogance and rudeness, attempting to

She certainly wouldn’t compromise.

she needed

"Who


sneered, as if mocking Nina’s attempt to sneak in without recognizing him. He glanced at her disdainfully and said, "I’m the Lancaster housekeeper!

hearing Chad reveal his identity, Nina

Was Invited by

415: She Was Invited

looked in the direction of the

a handsome demeanor walk out,

expected to run into

him. It had been a

returned to his former self, looking handsome and dashing,

Chad Rhodes, "What happened? What are you

attitude upon seeing Vincent Lancaster, and said, "This woman tried to sneak in, but I caught her. I’m going to have her thrown

Nina Sinclair frowned deeply.

involvement with Vincent Lancaster; they

Goldenleaf Manor, which had left a significant impact on her

fell on Nina Sinclair, and then he softly said, "I

you

wasn’t

I didn’t know she was your


Vincent looked at Nina

gently asked, "Nina, why

business," Nina Sinclair replied

He said, "Nina, I’ve already apologized to you. Can’t you forgive

been busy investigating Julian Lancaster’s matters and hadn’t looked for Nina

after figuring out things about Julian Lancaster, but unexpectedly he ran

eyes with tenderness and said, "Nina, can we start

it’s over between us. You don’t need to keep saying this; I won’t change

found Vincent Lancaster somewhat annoying. She wanted to

think she was a

her useless and now he’s coming back to her. Did he really think she

wait here, she wouldn’t have bothered

together. Have you forgotten all the places we went to and everything


to use the past

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