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.

Oh gosh, it was terrifying.


How did Nina Sinclair get involved in this, but seeing Julian Lancaster like this, he felt there might be more to the situation, certainly not as simple as it appeared.

Marcus Walsh said, "President Lancaster, this matter could be big or small, but if not handled well, it might affect Miss Sinclair’s reputation. Do you want me to suppress it?"

Julian Lancaster looked up at Marcus Walsh and asked, "Did you get in touch with the designer who is pursuing charges?"

The issue initially came to light by a well-known designer in the circle, and Marcus Walsh had promptly suppressed the news later.

The designer then contacted Zenith, demanding a huge compensation. This small amount of money wasn’t something Zenith couldn’t afford, but if it was an ordinary business dispute, Marcus Walsh would have handled it on his own.

However, since this matter involved Nina Sinclair, compensating for it would mean admitting that the allegations were true.

Nina Sinclair was the wife of Zenith’s president, she couldn’t suffer such unwarranted accusations, so it was necessary to get Julian Lancaster’s directive.

Marcus Walsh respectfully bowed his head and said, "I’ve contacted her, and she said not a penny less in compensation, otherwise she’ll expose the matter to the media."

Julian Lancaster’s eyes darkened as he recalled discovering Nina Sinclair’s identity as the Sinclair family’s heiress. He had then instructed Marcus Walsh to further investigate her past with the Sinclair Group, detailing every aspect of her entry into Sinclair Group.

Including what had happened at Sinclair Group back then, and that incident.

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

Suddenly, the internal phone in the office rang.

Julian Lancaster picked it up to answer.

Chapter 389: President Lancaster Is Here

Chapter 389: Chapter 389: President Lancaster Is Here

In Elysian’s office, everyone was still in a standoff, waiting for the person who went to fetch someone to return.

Yvonne Crowe became even more smug upon seeing someone leave to bring President Lancaster over.

She sneered bluntly, "Ah, Nina Sinclair, we told you to leave on your own, but you just wouldn’t listen. Now look, with President Lancaster’s people coming over, you’re doomed. There’s no choice in the matter."

After saying this, she added in a low voice, "Who doesn’t know that Rebecca is President Lancaster’s woman? You dare to frame Rebecca? There’s no way President Lancaster would let this go. Just you wait!"

Upon hearing Yvonne’s words, Rebecca Lowell sneered with a curl of her lips.

The feeling of having Nina Sinclair trampled underfoot was just exhilarating!

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

"Sigh, I didn’t expect Nina Sinclair to do such a thing. Could it be that all her previous fame was also gained through some disreputable means?"

"Who knows? Anyway, she’s probably not a good person."

"If this issue really blows up, we’ll definitely lose face in this circle."

"What’s Nina Sinclair holding out for? She should just leave quietly instead of being so stubborn. Now look, if upper management sends someone over, they’ll definitely think our department is incompetent."

Hearing this, Millie Langley was beside herself with worry.

She hadn’t expected that her crisis of being dismissed had just been resolved, and now such a situation had arisen. She completely did not believe Nina Sinclair would tamper with Rebecca Lowell’s design drafts.

Although they had only worked together for a short time, Millie Langley knew that Nina Sinclair was not someone without morals, and she wouldn’t stoop to such actions. They must have been framed.


What should they do now?

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

Nina Sinclair remained quite calm, seemingly putting on a show, though internally, she must have been very anxious.

She was waiting to see Nina Sinclair fall to her knees, crying and begging for mercy!

Yvonne Crowe’s eyes were filled with mockery as she looked at Nina Sinclair, intending to see fear in her. To her surprise, Nina Sinclair was exceedingly composed and did not seem overly panicked, which left her puzzled.

Wasn’t Nina Sinclair supposed to be worried and scared, begging them not to drive her out of Elysian?

What was going on now?

admired Nina Sinclair. No matter what happened, she always faced it so calmly. Her previous anxious emotions gradually stabilized under

went to seek instructions returned, but there

many began

higher-ups don’t intend to handle this

that Rebecca Lowell was actually lying and isn’t that

when she saw the suspicious looks


to get someone, why did you

me come back first,"

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

390: Don’t Beg for

Lowell’s previously somber expression vanished as she walked forward with

who came wasn’t President Lancaster, but

Elysian had coincidentally come to fetch him, and since

Lowell approaching Marcus Walsh and knew this was

not seen Julian

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

eager smiles, warmly

Marcus Walsh adopted Julian Lancaster’s usual

without a warm response, the Elysian

Lancaster! I’m finally fortunate enough to see President

what I imagined, I think President Lancaster

up

...

someone backing her, jealousy flickering in her eyes; it’s incredibly enviable, and if she had


she could please Rebecca Lowell,

Just see how you’ll keep up that stubborn attitude. You better not cry later

Nina Sinclair’s eyes darkened.

Lancaster was Rebecca Lowell’s boyfriend, and he might very

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

grew firm, mentally

had finished

incredibly proud, exuding an aloof arrogance as if she were the queen

directly before Nina Sinclair and speaking harshly, "Nina Sinclair, now that President Lancaster

blood upon

broke out on his

What was she saying??

he dared speak to Nina Sinclair like this, he’d be


to

Yvonne Crowe finished speaking, she

the leaping Yvonne Crowe; she finally got

Crowe a sidChapter 391: Proving

Chapter 391: Proving

of

wondered if they

did President Lancaster tell

looking at the composed Marcus Walsh, completely struck like by

her senses and looked at Rebecca Lowell with a questioning

in her eyes seemed to ask Rebecca Lowell, what

is President Lancaster backing

Walsh didn’t care how others viewed him, he just knew Nina Sinclair shouldn’t

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

Sinclair

What’s happening?

Lowell. Judging by his words, will he handle things

why. Although Rebecca Lowell is President Lancaster’s girlfriend, he runs such a large company, the Lancaster Group, and obviously wouldn’t ruin

moment, Nina Sinclair’s impression of


she use President Lancaster to

asked, "If I have evidence proving my innocence, will you

didn’t hope President Lancaster would punish her. As long as he conducts a fair investigation

Zenith is not a place where private affiliations cloud

Rebecca Lowell’s face

was going on, she didn’t want to embarrass

Rebecca Lowell’s pride

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

Sinclair nodded

her, "Millie, take out your phone

face shifted from confusion to

Right!

Sinclair had her record the process of them repairing the drafts every day, uploading


Langley realized the draft had been tampered with, but out of

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

is

out her phone and opened

392: One More Time and You’re

392: One More

editing, which can prove our

and

a while, some began

Lowell. After all, she has been

their voice and began

is President Lancaster helping Nina

isn’t Rebecca Lowell his girlfriend? Generally, he should

background is not simple,

...

she angrily said, "Why are you all

was President Lancaster’s

at her anymore, those unusual glances still fell

Lowell couldn’t stand it

unwillingly walked up to Marcus Walsh, and somewhat displeased, she complained coquettishly, "Darling, how can you let others bully your girlfriend like this?


thought that by hooking up with President Lancaster, she could roam freely

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

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

Walsh looked at Rebecca Lowell’s arrogant demeanor and

is Julian Lancaster’s woman, and even he couldn’t mess with her. Moreover, he had found out that Rebecca Lowell did this, and even though she’s his girlfriend, if Julian Lancaster really gets angry, he couldn’t protect

place where one

Langley didn’t expect President Lancaster

worry about President Lancaster siding with Rebecca Lowell; this incident will certainly clear

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

she glanced subtly at Rebecca

Lowell’s face

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

is not handled properly, his positioChapter 393:

393: Don’t Mess with

in disbelief; she simply couldn’t believe what

said he was

more, but Marcus had

only then did everyone realize what had just

actually sacrificed

Lancaster wouldn’t even stand up

might not even

...

her expression stiffened, and the fists at her sides clenched

never expected this

to frame Nina Sinclair and get her kicked out of Elysian, but instead,

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

help

that he’s still thinking


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

wait to call President Lancaster

saying much, Rebecca turned and

Yvonne Crowe. After all, she thought, with President Lancaster as Rebecca’s strong backing,

it earlier that said with President Lancaster’s arrival, Director Sinclair was doomed? Now, Director Sinclair isn’t doomed, but rather, Rebecca Lowell is coming to a miserable

face turned livid upon hearing

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

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

now. You

of work

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

this, Nina could only smile

attracted a young admirer; the way Millie looked at her was filled with


preventive measures were

it was just an

isn’t a bad

Marcus returned to

Julian Lancaster, recounting everything that had just happened. Towards the end, he added, "President Lancaster, the matter has been

Julian would be dissatisfied with his decision not to directly fire

clenching his fists, he awaited

gave a faint response and said, "Got

he picked up his

didn’t pursue the matter further, Marcus breathed a sigh of relief, his

Should We Take

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

slowly pulled over to the roadside; he glanced up in the

lights in the Elysian department were still on;

It was a call from Sharon Lancaster. He swiped to answer,

voice came through, "Brother, it’s Grandma’s

he even had Marcus Walsh select a precious gift to give to

"No, I haven’t forgotten."

said and then seemed to remember something, asking, "By the way, are

slightly,

wanted to bring Nina Sinclair back to

he still held quite a bit of prejudice against Nina. Bringing her back like this would just embarrass her; he must first

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

surely won’t give a pleasant face. Better not let Nina

made


exclaimed, "I just realized, why has our family never had any interactions with the Sinclair Family? Every year at Grandpa and Grandma’s birthday banquets,

families in Crestfall. Logically, they should have interactions. Why this

he had also

thing known was that

judging by Byron Sinclair’s attitude,

probably lay with Grandpa; he was always quirky and stubborn. It’s normal for him not to contact the Sinclairs over some trivial

Sharon, who,

walked out of the Zenith Building. Julian looked over and recognized Nina Sinclair’s figure. He whispered, "I’ll hang up

already messaged Julian saying she might be delayed and that he should go home first

about to hail a cab to go home when she unexpectedly spotted

paused for

Julian had been waiting here for her all

she quickly jogged over, opened the car door, and sat inside, "Were you


rested one hand on the steering wheel, somewhat guilty, saying, "I wasn’t waiting

395: Mother May

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

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

but eagerly share what had just happened with

said with full admiration, "I didn’t expect President Lancaster

Julian: "..."

the good reputation he had let Marcus Walsh help

Julian felt somewhat depressed.

explain much, so in the end, he

...

since Rebecca Lowell was publicly humiliated, she had restrained herself

and happily continuing her

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

time meeting Julian’s grandparents, not a formal

Ding, Nina’s phone chimed.


straightened up,

the medical institution caring for

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

seeing this message, Nina

finally calling her mother’s attending

Sinclair." The greeting was polite on the

received your message. Is it

after so many

her mother might have hope of waking, it was like giving a

found that Mrs. Shen’s condition is much better than before. However, our treatment has limitations. We suggest

this, Nina was so excited she couldn’t speak for

were dreaming,

a dream; her mother has a chance


Fang mentioned complementing it with traditional Chinese

Suddenly, Nina froze.

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

person now meant

she really want to reach

mother has a chance of waking

396: Worthy to Pursue Nina

396: Worthy to Pursue Nina

bit nervous, constantly wondering in her heart, has he changed his number?

Sinclair worried, the phone was picked

magnetic voice

knowing what

person on the other end couldn’t help but snort and said, "Nina Sinclair! You actually remember to call me, I thought you died out there. What? Has your

"Joel Thatcher, I’m sorry."

of the line, Joel Thatcher heard Nina Sinclair’s sincere apology, and the words he intended to

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

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

this, Joel Thatcher exploded

we grew up together, outsiders would say we’re childhood sweethearts! How could you

Sinclair’s eyes

expected that he wouldn’t blame her for not contacting him; instead, he was just like

As the only son of the Thatcher Family, Joel


grew up together and had been very close since they

Nina Sinclair felt

Thatcher’s familiar tone seemed to bring

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

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

this, Joel Thatcher seemed to

didn’t

you coming back to Crestfall?

the day after tomorrow, I’ll contact you when I arrive

"Okay."

...

at the Thatcher

on the sofa, wearing a pure black robe, staring at the phone that had


Sinclair finally decided

back then cChapter 397:

Chapter 397:

Leighton Family.

at Heidi Leighton and asked, "Heidi, have you prepared the birthday gift for Old

a faint smile on her lips,

have you prepared? I can help you strategize a bit." Justin Leighton was still a bit uneasy, as the birthday celebration was very important, and the gifts couldn’t be too

gives precious jewelry, and even real estate isn’t uncommon. I naturally have

had such an idea, and

what way will it be

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

renowned, who in the

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

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

Justin Leighton

invite someone from the Thatcher Family to treat

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


optimistic. He spoke in a low voice, "Even Elder Lancaster has to wait in line to see the Thatcher Family, and with your status, I’m afraid

to have ideas,

to win over Old Master Lancaster, he would have used this method long ago, instead

was not nervous at all. Instead,

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

was taken aback, seemingly

seemed promising. Although Joel Thatcher could not be invited,

is too busy, she will surely seek help from

in contact with

Leighton curled

then did

her to connect with Jessica Thatcher, who has also agreed

quickly noddChapter 398: Unexpected Encounter at the

Chapter 398: Unexpected Encounter

and today was the

left, she returned to her room to retrieve the suitcase she had secretly packed the night before and took a cab to the

Veridia Airport.

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

Mrs. Lancaster’s outstanding looks attracted quite a bit of attention, especially with the fresh and vibrant Sharon Lancaster by their side. In an instant, the three became the most eye-catching presence

late, and she quickly hurried over, "Brother, you finally made it. Nina didn’t suspect anything,

knew Julian was returning to the Lancaster Family without her, she

concealed identity, it would be a

bit terrifying, so for now, they couldn’t tell Nina. Not even that Julian was visiting

Lancaster, dressed in casual attire,

said, "She didn’t suspect

running out of

the group proceeded together towards the

economy class. After being checked by staff, the four of them, luggage in hand,


to queue up for boarding with her suitcase, breathing heavily

Almost late!

waited for Julian to leave before heading to the airport, she lost quite a bit of time, but fortunately, she

a few familiar figures. Why did

see clearly, the figures had

displayed a puzzled look

on a business trip and should be with President Lancaster, it’s unlikely he would be out with Sharon, she must

took the passport handed over by

the first-class section, Sharon and

Nina’s figure, her face instantly changing. She

went crazy, Julian was just about to remove the blanket from his head, but Sharon pounced on

Julian: "..."

or Julian with a covered head


bullet, Sharon’s

399: Chapter 399: Free

Lancaster heard this and showed

at work today? Why would she appear here and board the plane

took out his phone and sent a message to Marcus Walsh, asking

less than five minutes, Marcus’s message came

to ask at Elysian, and Nina Sinclair had taken

didn’t know why Nina Sinclair suddenly wanted to go to Crestfall, the worse situation now was that he must not let her know his whereabouts, and most importantly, she must

did Julian Lancaster realize what it meant to shoot oneself in

requires countless lies to

...

sat down in

an apologetic expression and said, "Ms. Sinclair, we are very sorry, but because our flight tickets for this trip were oversold, the passenger for your seat has already boarded. We apologize

hearing this, Nina Sinclair furrowed her

returns for each flight without

cases, passengers may be persuaded by flight attendants


was that

for subsequent flights, nor is a

one’s time, but it

city with tightly booked flight seats, and Nina Sinclair had

surely would be

brow and asked, "How

now upgrade

sense of relief. As long as she could go to Crestfall as planned, any solution would be acceptable

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

nodded and

your luggage is? I’ll

her suitcase, Nina Sinclair followed the flight attendant to

this moment, Sharon Lancaster, who had just breathed


death just now. Fortunately, she had perfectly avoided Nina

for the front and rear seats. She and Julian Lancaster were sitting together, with the

moment, Sharon felt a sense of relief, thankful their seat classes were different;

meet. When disembarking, it’s

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

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

400:

Julian Lancaster, signaling to him

arranged by the flight attendant. She and Julian Lancaster were separated by just an aisle—not too close, not too far. The most

Julian Lancaster grabbed Sharon’s white

of relief. She

Lancaster pulled out her phone and posted a message in the small chat group of just the four Lancaster Family members: "Emergency! Emergency! My sister-in-law suddenly got seated in front, right next to us. Everyone

Mr. Lancaster: "Received."

Alright, alright, your father and I will definitely stay hidden,

down, Nina Sinclair glanced around,

still the Sinclair Family’s young lady. Now, she had adopted a

Eastern man beside her, feeling his figure looked

person she ran into while boarding, who looked

and chuckled, thinking she must be obsessed. She was reminded of Julian Lancaster by everyone she saw, even though she had not been

phone suddenly

and


asking where she was, wanting

forgot to tell Sharon that she was going to Crestfall. She

didn’t mention the side trip to see Julian Lancaster’s grandmother, fearing Sharon might accidentally

for Julian Lancaster’s grandmother,

had always known that Nina Sinclair’s mother had been in a vegetative state for many years, residing in a private

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

and they weren’t on the invitation list for the Lancaster Family banquet. She probably wouldn’t appear at the banquet, so she

then, are you on

saw a Middle Eastern man who looks a lot like Julian Lancaster. If

Sharon Lancaster: "..."

Middle Eastern

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

plane announced preparations for takeoff,


service on the flight. Otherwise,

endured for a long time, not even daring to use the restroom, fearing they’d be

motionless, even when the flight attendants came over to remind them to

didn’t think much of it, grabbing her suitcase and disembarking

after Nina Sinclair left did Sharon Lancaster feel a sense of relief, almost bursting

Oh my God!

to death; she didn’t evenChapter 401: Nicknames

Chapter 401:

airport, the scenery before

felt different, as if the past events had taken place in

"Little Lemon!"

toward the group of people at the exit, surprised

Joel Thatcher?

No, how did he

and white sneakers. Though simple in color

were handsome and youthful, similar in age to Nina, and no one would expect him to be the newly appointed Family

at this old friend, Nina smiled warmly, "Zhou Zhou,

this nickname, Joel couldn’t help but

each other nicknames. He called her Little Lemon, and

and said, "Come on, let me take

left

an old acquaintance of the Thatcher Family, smiled and greeted Nina, "Miss


been ages!" Nina greeted

a ride with Joel to school, so she knew the Thatcher driver well. She was surprised to see Uncle Zhao still working for the Thatcher Family after all these years, and Joel

suddenly felt a sting of

spoke, "Let’s go, I’ll take you to your

car drove away

...

the Lancaster Family’s driver had also picked up Julian Lancaster and others, and the shuttle bus

car, Mr. and Mrs. Lancaster discussed Old Master Lancaster’s

is quite the sensation in the Crestfall circles. Many want him to help with health treatments, and the Old Master wanted to invite him too, but hasn’t succeeded," said

"Can’t we pull

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

who fawn over the Lancasters, doesn’t give face to anyone, he’s

meant pulling strings wouldn’t


Crestfall to visit the

402: I’m Already

Joel Thatcher went to their

well-off, yet they had a down-to-earth side, and they loved visiting this grilled fish restaurant. Surprisingly, it had survived all these

here for so long! You’ve graduated by now, right? Are you

heard this and didn’t deny

glanced at Nina, his eyes revealing

and awkwardly smiled, "I am married, but I don’t

expression changed abruptly, staring at Nina in

what did she

if struck by

once gentle demeanor changed as he pulled Nina

before, so I didn’t tell you. Sorry, Joel. If I have a wedding feast

hardly dared to think about the future and wasn’t sure if there’d be

suddenly at a loss for

as if plunged into a freezing wasteland, life


expected Nina would enter the path of

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

a good friend, perhaps a brotherly figure. She never

But he was different.

had liked Nina since they were children, kept his feelings hidden, thinking they’d grow up

the capability, but meeting again had

too late to tell you now, right? You wouldn’t stay mad at me,

petty; he certainly wouldn’t

upset because she hid her

silence, Joel

What’s his background? Is he good to

many things at once,

to sit, "Let’s


handed Joel chopsticks and began

She only mentioned a close friend’s introduction, and they hit it off and had a

and drew

a man she’d only met

driver and assistant, a very

Nina talked about the man, her eyes showed emotions suggesting

made Joel

but Joel’s father said they had no capabilities then.

403: Handling

403: Chapter 403: Handling

Thatcher might be

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

towards her newlywed husband, that inadvertently revealed girlish stance, Joel couldn’t

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

enemy

your enemy and know yourself, and you will

was startled for a moment, "He’s on a business trip, so

slight pause just now made him

or not, he should have come to visit

But Nina came alone.

only one possibility: Nina had been deceived by that person,

felt even more assured in his

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

mother and asked Joel to take her


choice but to take her to the hospital,

and Joel arrived

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 Nina was busy with work, and Nina would come to take care of her

a bouquet of fresh flowers. Since Madeline couldn’t

to speak with the attending doctor to understand the

sat by the bedside, holding a towel and meticulously wiping

nose bridge resembled hers, along with fair skin and delicate

Soon, Joel returned.

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

selfish reasons. Madeline could stay here, but he

agreed without hesitation. As long as Joel was willing to

started processing the transfer paperwork for her

almost midnight. Joel took Nina to her

404: Chapter 404: Thinking of

expected Julian Lancaster to reply so quickly. She had just

Lancaster: "Just settled in. What’s up?

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

miss

much about Julian Lancaster with Joel Thatcher today, leading her mind

hide her feelings and directly said,

curled his lips into a smile, as if he could imagine her charming little face and the expression she had while saying those

unfortunately, he couldn’t take her back to meet his grandparents this

replied, "Be good, I’ll be back soon, and I’ll bring you

Julian Lancaster had a gift for her,

getting late, you have work tomorrow,

"Alright, goodnight."

"Goodnight."

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


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

safe, Sharon Lancaster spoke, "Brother!

Lancaster glanced up at her,

got a little hungry and wanted to go to the kitchen to see if there was anything to eat. As I passed by Grandpa and Grandma’s room, guess

Lancaster’s eyebrows slightly furrowed, lacking patience, "Get to the

at the door. I heard

do this? Where does this leave my sister-in-law? It would’ve been better to bring Nina

darkened; regardless of what his grandparents wanted to do, he would never

in advance, he could prepare

to your room and sleep," Julian Lancaster

a plan, so she got up and

and cleaned regularly. The rooms were close to Old Master Lancaster

solemn, his eyes showing

405: Meeting Nina Sinclair Behind

Master Lancaster and Old Madam

was that Old Madam Lancaster had accidentally revealed she wanted

unhappily, "You’re actually going behind my back to see that woman. Does what I say have

Old Madam Lancaster was a

for a wife for Julian? After all, that woman and Julian are already legally married. Of course, it’s better to keep the original

Master Lancaster heard this, his face immediately

mean by ’it’s better to keep the original

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

exclaimed excitedly, "You! Do you even see

I’m just meeting the girl. It doesn’t mean anything. Why are you making it about

think I don’t know!" Old Master Lancaster ignored her remarks, snorting with dissatisfaction, "You meet her once, and then you can invite her to the birthday banquet. After that, that

this from Old Master Lancaster,

to the birthday banquet would be decided after

meet her?" Old Master Lancaster asked with a serious


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

Old Master Lancaster was a bit curious, but

that kind of woman," Old Master Lancaster said, fuming, "You’re not allowed to see her either. We’ve already agreed to announce the marriage alliance with the Leighton Family at the birthday banquet the day after

Master Lancaster had no other choice

opposition. She snorted, "Even if I invite her, nothing will

was furious, feeling the

responded to Old Madam Lancaster, turning

Lancaster was determined to meet that woman, Nina Sinclair, and would likely invite

was Julian’s

Lancaster knew Old Master Lancaster’s stubbornness and knew he would

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

406: Quietly Following Old Madam

Quietly Following

room, the Lancasters were having

the Lancaster Family had their own villas. Beside Julian’s family,

just a few family members

that Old Master Lancaster seemed to be

and suddenly she remembered the things she overheard last night.

went about their own business. Old Madam Lancaster dressed up carefully and

leave, his eyes sinking as

had to go

Uncle Ming, asking him

need?" Uncle

out to meet that woman. You need to prepare the car immediately, and we’ll quietly follow them." After saying this, Old Master Lancaster added, "Remember not to let her

"Yes, right away."

soon the car was ready. They quietly followed Old Madam

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


...

restaurant, Nina Sinclair sat somewhat nervously

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

kind of person Julian’s Grandma was. Was she

wandering,

with a hairpin, and dressed meticulously

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

immediately sat

know why, but her first instinct was that this woman must

so handsome, there must be

Lancaster scanned the restaurant and at first glance saw Nina sitting in the booth. Her sixth sense told her that she was the girl Julian liked,

over to Nina, then

Lancaster spoke first,


nervousness slightly eased, realizing that she wasn’t difficult to

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

Not

Chapter 407: Not a

Nina Sinclair and Old Madam Lancaster getting along so well

in his absence, Moira had secretly contacted Nina

there no trace

towards Nina Sinclair was even better than when Heidi

Master Lancaster, although in a foul mood, merely snorted and said nothing more, continuing to

to see how this woman intended to

Sinclair’s initial apprehension quickly evaporated after Old Madam

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

lifestyle in Veridia is excellent, with its picturesque mountains and

a selection of nourishing health products, perfect for

likes of bird’s nest, abalone, shark fins, sea cucumber, and they

she still liked what

was the same Julian Lancaster

out, and due to the ongoing spat between Julian and Old Master Lancaster, where he was still mad and refused Julian’s


Madam Lancaster chuckled, saying, "Definitely not.

that Old Madam Lancaster was

Old Master Lancaster, watching the monitor, asked,

to Veridia and had

have servants fly to Veridia just to buy it. Young Master Quentin also sent

cooling of ties with Julian Lancaster

sent any medicinal

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

not a

scheming was easily seen

thought, Master always praised Julian about the efficacy of those medicinal dishes, yet now even Nina

snorted, "Let’s see what

those words, he stared intently


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.

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

his younger years, causing significant physical strain, just

Invite

Chapter 408:

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

anxious, and he furrowed his brows, saying to Uncle Ming behind him, "Arrange it immediately. I

Ming was a bit helpless but quickly responded, "Alright, Master, I’ll try my best to find a

Uncle Ming

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

Nina Sinclair’s voice

friend,

trying to use

and background, whom could she possibly know that’s impressive? Except for the

was curious to see how that woman would

...

Nina Sinclair ask about Old Master Lancaster’s condition, feared that she might slip and

Sinclair suddenly thought of

traditional medicine, his medical skills were quite formidable. She wondered if she could


the appointments with him were already scheduled until next year. If it weren’t for their good

would be willing to look at Julian Lancaster’s

very skilled in medicine, who is excellent at managing some chronic conditions. I’ll help ask if he is

a flicker

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

people, Nina Sinclair was a filial and

win me over by inviting a doctor? If she can really get someone from the Thatcher Family, then she’d be impressive,

"Master, the head of the Thatcher Family, Joel Thatcher, does have impressive medical skills, but he is very prideful. I’ve sent several invitations, and he hasn’t agreed to let us cut in line, saying it would be unfair

Lancaster’s brows furrowed tightly; Joel Thatcher was indeed talented, and young folks tend to be

Julian

409: Chapter 409: Julian

Lancaster squinted his eyes

gently raised his hand and said, "No need, just let her come, so she can see the gap between herself and a true

alliance with the Leighton Family, Nina Sinclair might take the hint and leave Julian Lancaster on her own, saving him the trouble of having to do

After speaking, Old Master Lancaster

time, Nina Sinclair and Old Madam Lancaster were still chatting, unaware that Old

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

such a request; how could she

"I understand,

the address is the one I sent you before. Call

her a heads up, planning to personally bring her to the banquet and see

"Okay, I understand."

finished speaking, she stood up and bid farewell to Nina

Oh my God!

Julian’s grandma’s birthday?


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

with only half a day left, where

like she

remaining money she had was from selling the ring last time, possibly enough to

to buy was a

Nina Sinclair decided to first go and take a look, so she

...

Walsh had just arrived in Crestfall to take over the miscellaneous affairs

to Julian Lancaster and asked, "President Lancaster, the Thatcher Family has been contacted. They still politely refused our request, saying we are on

Julian Lancaster frowned slightly.

someone so bold, daring not to show the Lancaster Family some face; it was quite a

be considered upper-middle class in Crestfall, but their attitude

of something else and asked, "By the way, are you really going to announce at the Old Madam’s birthday banquet that you are no longer


Lancaster was the future of the

Marcus Walsh,

head, "No, I will take care of Miss Sinclair’s traces and ensure no reporters find out about her to bother her."Chapter

410: Choosing a Birthday

Sinclair went straight to Crestfall’s jade

party, so she

are limited, and a Jade Bracelet is a

all, jade is beneficial for health and is

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

Nina decided against calling

herself

market, Nina was

in jewelry design, her research in this area

Joel Thatcher’s

answered, "Joel,

coming to the

care of my mom for me temporarily. Once I get through this, I’ll properly thank you. Anyway, I’m in the jade market shopping, so

shopping at the jade market? Hold on, I’m coming


could refuse, Joel had already hung

jade, and it appears he has quite a collection

Joel asked, "Why did you suddenly decide to

birthday, and I need to buy her a gift." Nina introduced Julian Lancaster with this term for the first

expression,

feigned;

out a gift for another man — it’s downright torture!

a while, she continued, "You arrived at just the right time, help me choose one, nothing

checked her bank card balance. She doesn’t have much

of her funds go towards her mother, leaving her little. Now that

Joel took Nina around the market, discovering that either the jade items are overpriced or of poor quality,

helpless, said, "I have a few Jade Bracelets, let

man’s family, Joel couldn’t bear to let her be

411: Don’t Be

Chapter 411: Don’t

private collection for her to choose from. Nina finally chose

I’ll pay you." She took out

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

didn’t care for him at all; perhaps these items appeared precious to outsiders, but to him, they weren’t significant, even if he had to

transferred the money to Joel, and since it

abruptly seemed to remember something, raised her head, and asked Joel, "By

Want to ask me out? Our relationship permits that," Joel, though secretly pleased, didn’t show

I want to bring him to

natural it felt. Nina realized she could now say it smoothly in front of

Joel: "..."

his teeth and said, "You really think I’m so

entirely for Nina’s sake.

anyone could just come

just asking. If you’re busy, forget it. I’ll


meal another day."

"Wait a moment!"

halted, "Hmm? Is

make time, bring him in

He simply

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

Nina said with delight, quickly

a bit down earlier, seeing

casually asked, "You mentioned attending a birthday banquet tomorrow, where

Manor, perhaps it’s because the

of concern for Grandfather Lancaster, making it convenient for back and

Joel’s expression

the Seeds of

412: Chapter 412: Planting the Seeds

froze when she

mean, my husband, what kind

as he continued, "Ordinary people don’t usually host a birthday banquet at Crimson Ridge Manor. You should think it over carefully; don’t let yourself be deceived.

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

Sinclair heard this and didn’t

laughed, "Alright, don’t overthink it. I’ve met President Lancaster of the Lancaster Group. My husband works for him, so he must have

"What’s your husband’s name?"

He hadn’t asked

Sinclair touched her nose and murmured, "He has the same

The coincidence was too much, and it was no wonder Joel Thatcher got so agitated earlier. She would have

was unrelated to President

Joel Thatcher’s face changed suddenly, staring at Nina Sinclair and asking

Sinclair didn’t speak, which was

definitely been deceived! The name Julian Lancaster is widely known; there’s no way there’s


that unusual of a

that Nina Sinclair didn’t believe him, Joel Thatcher was so furious his chest hurt. He took a deep breath, suppressing his anger, and after a while, said, "Alright, it’s fine if you don’t believe it, but I can

is the Lancaster Family’s old matriarch’s 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,

Sinclair’s expression changed dramatically, and she was

Thatcher continued, "So where

business trip..."

his lips with ridicule, speaking with disappointment, "What a bogus business trip! Julian Lancaster might just

upon hearing this,

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

birthday?" he sneered. "You probably don’t know, but the Lancaster Family sent me an invitation. I politely declined, saying I had business. Later, I

Chapter 413: The Outcome Revealed at the Birthday

left Joel Thatcher’s residence with a complex

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

the probability of

arrangement, and

that Sharon

she was unworthy of Julian. If he indeed

Sinclair was suddenly

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

out her phone, wanting

then she considered, if she was mistaken, would he be angry

a long time, she put the phone

what, she’ll find out at the

...

Crimson Ridge Manor.


arrived at the manor entrance on time, standing in an inconspicuous spot to observe for a

scene was attended by numerous wealthy families and prominent business people, as well as

surely seemed like the Lancaster family’s

mention Joel said the

really as he claims

time, but couldn’t catch sight of anyone resembling Julian, making her doubt whether

time and decided

I’ve already arrived at the place you mentioned." Nina paused for a moment

Nina, go to the back door and wait, I’ll

call was disconnected, leaving Nina Sinclair’s heart

Crimson Ridge Manor, so Julian might indeed be

and headed straight to the back door

this moment, a luxury car stopped at the entrance of the manor, and Justin Leighton


got off, she happened to see Nina Sinclair’s

Heidi furrowed

Isn’t that Nina Sinclair?

she here? Could it be

it’s impossible for Nina to

ahead and asked curiously, "Heidi, what’s

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

butler, Chad Rhodes, promptly greeted them with courtesy, smiling as he said, "President Leighton, you’ve arrived, please come

Lancaster instructed Chad to wait here for Justin Leighton, so he was specially

Leighton enthusiastically exchanged pleaChapter 414: Attempting to

Chapter 414: Attempting to Lay

for people to stand guard at the entrance,

back door? The manor 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, not sure what

attention to the back door. What was that

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

I apologize for the oversight, please go ahead inside, I’ll take people to

saying that, Chad left with several tall

they left, Justin Leighton asked,

wouldn’t care about such trivial matters unless something was wrong. Her insistence on telling Chad about this must

curled slightly as she said,

"Nina Sinclair?"

just outside,

a moment, then said, "You did well, we absolutely cannot let

should say hello to Old Madam Lancaster and

walked into


time, Chad had already led people around the manor,

the back door, he immediately

around the manor? Don’t you know this is Lancaster Family’s territory? Unauthorized persons should leave immediately! Or I’ll

thinking it was just a normal family

down a voice told her it was impossible, so her casual and relaxed appearance actually increased Chad’s

"I’m waiting for

Stop making excuses, I think you’re just trying to sneak in, aren’t you? Women like you, I’ve seen plenty!" Chad said coldly, immediately determining

to the Lancaster Family, what else would a woman like Nina

she was sneaking around the back; she must be trying to fish in troubled

frowned slightly, surprised at the man’s arrogance and rudeness,

She certainly wouldn’t compromise.

she needed to confirm his

asked, "Who


mocking Nina’s attempt to sneak in without recognizing him. He glanced at her disdainfully and

Chad reveal his identity,

Was Invited by

Chapter 415: She Was Invited by

in the direction of the

saw a man in a suit with a handsome demeanor walk out, and Nina Sinclair’s eyes widened in

hadn’t expected to run into Vincent

Vincent Lancaster left Zenith, Nina Sinclair hadn’t seen him. It had been a

his former self, looking handsome and dashing,

Sinclair and asked Chad Rhodes,

and said, "This woman tried to sneak in, but I caught

Nina Sinclair frowned deeply.

with Vincent

significant impact on her heart. She still didn’t dare to

on Nina Sinclair, and then

This woman is... someone you

wasn’t joking, he had no

sorry, Young Master Vincent, I didn’t know she was your guest, my apologies!" Chad said,


Vincent looked at

"Nina, why are you

your business," Nina

seemingly dissatisfied with Nina Sinclair’s attitude. He said, "Nina, I’ve already apologized to you. Can’t

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

Nina Sinclair to reconcile after figuring out things about Julian Lancaster, but unexpectedly he ran into her here, which was both a surprise and

tenderness and

I’ve said it many times, it’s over between us. You don’t need

Lancaster somewhat annoying. She wanted to shake off this clingy

he really think

had dumped Sierra when he found her useless and now he’s coming back to her. Did he really think

Lancaster hadn’t told her to wait

you forgotten all the


tried to use the past to win back Nina

to talk too much with you. Could you please

mentioned her husband so many times to Joel Thatcher that Nina Sinclair said

Nina’s words fell, she successfully

416: Everything Is Falling

a plump middle-aged woman jogged over; she immediately spotted Nina Sinclair and headed straight toward

"Yes, I am."

"Please follow me."

off

watched Nina Sinclair leave, his

Auntie An, who’s always

she personally come out to greet Nina Sinclair? Old Madam Lancaster has never paid such attention to anyone.

Vincent Lancaster’s expression

boy is indeed Julian Lancaster, then his chances of getting

Nina Sinclair with something like this, knowing perfectly

Lancaster strode

...

followed Auntie An into the

she inadvertently glanced inside and was greeted by a scene of elegance and refinement, bustling with toasts and merriment. It had been ages since she had


seemed as distant as a memory,

Sinclair, I’ll take you to meet Old Madam Lancaster now. Please follow me." Auntie An

Sinclair wanted to ask what exactly was

chuckled, "Miss Sinclair, I’m called Auntie An. If you

be here today as well?" Nina Sinclair asked

the most beloved grandson of

Sinclair’s mood sank. What was she overthinking? Of

To confirm whether her husband had been lying

this moment, in the

Lancaster. She affectionately held the Old Madam’s arm, asking, "Grandma, is Grandpa really planning to announce Big Brother’s

old man’s stubborn and won’t listen to

hearing this, Sharon’s

ahead of time and told her brother; otherwise, now it might have gone as


Madam Lancaster thought of how Sharon knew Nina Sinclair, so she had Sharon come to the lounge. She didn’t expect that the girl would pull her along asking all sorts of questions, seemingly very concerned about Julian

arrived, the

lounge door, and Auntie An’s voice came from outside,

"Let her in quickly."

hearing the words "Miss Sinclair," Sharon

moment the door opened and she saw

did Nina Sinclair end up here? WhChapter 417: Wishes

Chapter 417: Wishes Will Not

Lancaster awkwardly smiled and forced herself to say, "I’m here to celebrate

her brother’s identity is going to be

full of scrutiny, as if trying to discern something

to celebrate Julian

is Julian’s sister,

was deceived by Julian Lancaster, then Sharon is

all, she met Julian Lancaster because of

Nina Sinclair still found it hard to believe,

at her that way, Sharon felt inexplicably flustered, as if

in Crestfall, so I came to deliver

would believe such a

tightly knitted

chose to trust Sharon

Sinclair, Sierra and


knew what Nina was thinking, she would probably

Sharon quickly changed the subject, asking, "Nina, didn’t you say you were in Crestfall to visit

gently shook her head, "It was

Hiss ——

to discern who Nina was referring to as Julian’s

not be

approached with a broad smile, "Miss Sinclair, you’re here. Sorry I didn’t

Auntie An, "Auntie An, quickly take Miss Sinclair

stepped forward, "Miss Sinclair,

so she didn’t refuse and simply nodded, following

at Sharon and ordered, "Sharon, you’re familiar with Miss

a fluster, intending to inform Julian, but now that Old Madam Lancaster

only


of Nina and Sharon leaving, Old Madam Lancaster felt Nina was much more composed than

be timid

as bad as the old

...

later, as Nina and Sharon finished dressing, heading towards the villa’s main hall, they suddenly saw a familiar figure

the person ahead, Nina’s

exclaimed, "Joel, why are you

could it be that Joel also felt uneasy about her situation and

Julian, and upon hearing Nina’s intimate address, she immediately returned to her

in front of them, and her eyes grew even more

Your Wife Is About to

418: Your Wife Is About to

the girl next to Nina Sinclair, even though he wasn’t entirely sure of the reason, he still maintained his usual

revealing an expression of admiration

irresistible Nina Sinclair. She was a pearl covered in dust, destined to

Lancaster, he had a faint sense of foreboding, prompting him to come and see

gaze and felt

look was that man giving Nina Sinclair? It was definitely not a

asked cautiously, "Who

I’m Nina’s..." He chuckled lightly and continued,

to change

with a

man had

rival had

then said to Nina Sinclair, "Nina, I have something to attend

the man


her with questions: "Nina,

name, and Nina called him by his nickname. Sharon had no idea that the person her parents had been

neighbor’s brother. We grew

it felt a bit foolish; she could have distanced herself from the Sinclair family without losing touch

her when her mother faced a turning point; otherwise,

they were back to being good

understood Joel’s significance in Nina Sinclair’s

on earth was her

stolen, yet he was nowhere to be

her brother and tell him his girlfriend

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