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?

Millie Langley truly admired Nina Sinclair. No matter what happened, she always faced it so calmly. Her previous anxious emotions gradually stabilized under Nina’s composure.

At this moment, the person who went to seek instructions returned, but there was no one accompanying them.

Upon seeing this, many began to whisper among themselves again.

Could it be that the higher-ups don’t intend to handle this matter?

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

Rebecca Lowell almost couldn’t maintain her composure when she saw the suspicious looks around her.


"I told you to get someone, why did you come back alone?" Rebecca Lowell couldn’t help but ask.

"Uh... Assistant Wei said... to let me come back first," the employee responded somewhat hesitantly.

At this moment, there was a noticeable commotiChapter 390: Don’t Beg for Mercy in Tears

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

Rebecca Lowell’s previously somber expression vanished as she walked forward with delight, shyly saying to him, "You’ve come."

came wasn’t

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

Marcus Walsh

not seen Julian Lancaster

even among Zenith employees, few had met him,

forward with eager

Walsh adopted Julian Lancaster’s usual high-and-mighty

the

fortunate

what I imagined, I think President Lancaster is

Lowell to really cozy up to President Lancaster,

...

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


long as she could please Rebecca Lowell,

here. Just see how you’ll keep up that stubborn attitude.

Nina Sinclair’s eyes darkened.

and

this matter; even quitting this job today,

firm,

there, Rebecca Lowell and her group had finished their greetings and were walking over

employees around her, felt incredibly proud, exuding an aloof arrogance as if she were the

directly before Nina Sinclair and speaking harshly, "Nina Sinclair, now that President Lancaster is here, write a letter of regret immediately, publish it admitting your mistake, and pack up to leave

Walsh nearly spat blood

broke out

What was she saying??

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


here to

Crowe finished speaking, she looked at Nina Sinclair

the leaping Yvonne Crowe; she finally got to

Crowe a sidChapter 391: Proving

391: Chapter 391: Proving

of

almost wondered if they

tell

struck like by

she came to her senses and looked at Rebecca Lowell with a questioning

seemed to ask Rebecca Lowell, what

President Lancaster backing Nina

him, he just knew

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

Sinclair was taken

What’s happening?

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

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

Nina Sinclair’s impression of


Lancaster

evidence proving my innocence, will you punish

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

Zenith is not a place where private affiliations cloud

words, Rebecca

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

that President Lancaster disregarded even Rebecca Lowell’s

Walsh ignored them, looking at Nina Sinclair, puzzled, "Miss Sinclair, do you really have evidence

Sinclair nodded coldly,

take out your phone and open up what

to excitement and glee upon hearing

Right!

Sinclair had her record the process of them repairing the drafts every


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

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

Sinclair is

took out her phone and opened the small account she

One More

392: One More Time and

restoration process without any editing, which can prove our innocence. So,

words fell, and

while, some began

would only be Rebecca Lowell. After all, she has been trying every way to

their voice

is President Lancaster helping

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

that Nina Sinclair’s background is not simple,

...

face turned extremely unpleasant, and she

was happening, especially since Rebecca Lowell was President Lancaster’s girlfriend,

even though they weren’t looking at her anymore, those

Lowell couldn’t stand

you let others bully your girlfriend like


that by hooking up with President Lancaster, she could roam

What does he mean? Could he be attracted

Lowell’s eyes, and she

Rebecca Lowell’s arrogant demeanor and felt utterly

found out that Rebecca Lowell did this, and even though she’s his girlfriend, if Julian Lancaster really gets angry, he couldn’t

helplessly, "Zenith is not a place where one can abuse relationships to do as they

expect President

Lancaster siding

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

she glanced subtly at

Lowell’s face

Julian Lancaster’s attitude when he learned of the

this matter is not handled properly, his

393: Chapter 393: Don’t Mess

eyes widened in disbelief; she simply couldn’t believe what

he was going to

more, but Marcus had

fell silent, and only then did everyone realize what

Lancaster actually sacrificed his own kin

Lancaster wouldn’t even stand up for

people? Rebecca Lowell might not even

...

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

never expected

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

she might really be fired. Then,

Lancaster help

be that he’s still


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

President Lancaster to

saying much, Rebecca

only the other Elysian employees were left on the scene, and the one whose face looked the worst was Yvonne Crowe. After all, she thought, with President Lancaster as Rebecca’s strong backing, she would surely manage to get Nina Sinclair expelled. Who

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

livid upon

wanting to stay and face Millie’s ridicule,

for Nina Sinclair, silently reminding themselves to

over now. You should head home, or

incident right before the end of work

repeatedly, looking at Nina with gratitude, her eyes sparkling, "Director Sinclair, you’re amazing! From now on, I’ve decided to look up

Nina could only smile

unintentionally attracted a young admirer; the way Millie looked


these preventive measures were learned

ability; it was just

fan isn’t a

this moment, Marcus

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

bit uneasy, not knowing if Julian would be dissatisfied with his decision not to directly

his fists, he awaited Julian’s

gave a faint

he picked up his coat and

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

394: Chapter 394: Should

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

pulled over to the roadside; he glanced up

Elysian department were still on; Nina Sinclair should

phone suddenly rang. It was a call

came through,

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

"No, I haven’t forgotten."

remind you." Sharon said and then seemed to remember something, asking, "By the way, are you bringing Nina

slightly, not

Sinclair back to the Lancaster

quite a bit of prejudice against Nina. Bringing her back like this would

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

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

stubborn nature made


why has our family never had any interactions with the Sinclair Family? Every year at Grandpa and

are both esteemed families in Crestfall. Logically, they should

furrowed his brow, as he had also

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

by Byron Sinclair’s attitude, it

lay with Grandpa; he was always quirky and stubborn. It’s normal for him not

his thoughts with Sharon, who, after listening, muttered

someone walked out of the Zenith Building. Julian looked over and

might be delayed

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

paused for a

been waiting

door, and sat inside, "Were you


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

395: Chapter 395:

have things to do too." Nina Sinclair

to let Julian Lancaster’s grandfather have a look at her, and Grandma Lancaster had reminded her not to tell Julian about it. She could only say she was busy with other matters. Fortunately, Julian was going on a business trip;

help but eagerly share what had just happened

full admiration, "I didn’t expect President Lancaster

Julian: "..."

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

Julian felt somewhat depressed.

couldn’t explain much, so in the end, he could only quietly

...

Rebecca Lowell was publicly humiliated, she had restrained herself

and happily

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

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

Ding, Nina’s phone chimed.


immediately straightened up,

message from the

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

message,

it repeatedly before finally calling

was polite

just received your message. Is it

many years, she thought her mother would

have hope of waking, it was like giving

is much better than before. However, our treatment has limitations. We suggest complementing it with traditional Chinese medicine, which

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

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

her mother has a chance of


Dr. Fang mentioned complementing it

Suddenly, Nina froze.

remember someone. After severing ties with the Sinclair Family and Crestfall,

person now meant re-entering the circle in

really want to reach

a chance

Worthy to Pursue

396: Chapter 396: Worthy to

he changed his number? Would he blame her for leaving without

the

deep and magnetic voice

suddenly paused, not knowing what to say

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

"Joel Thatcher, I’m sorry."

Thatcher heard Nina Sinclair’s sincere apology,

to you? Judging by the way you broke

The hospital said my mother’s condition has slightly improved and suggested that I cooperate with traditional medicine treatment. Don’t worry! I won’t delay any

Joel Thatcher exploded on the

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

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

never expected that he wouldn’t blame her for not contacting him; instead, he was

generations, and the Thatcher Family was known for traditional medicine. As the only son of the Thatcher Family, Joel Thatcher had inherited their outstanding medical skills, earning fame within Crestfall’s elite circles, and could now


of them also grew up together and had been very close since

Nina Sinclair felt that they had

to bring her

heard about the arranged marriage in the Thatcher Family. No matter how good they were, she

Sinclair sincerely said, "If my mother really wakes up, I will repay you in any way

saying this, Joel Thatcher seemed to murmur

didn’t

back to Crestfall? Bring me to

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

"Okay."

...

at the Thatcher

robe, staring at the phone that had been hung up, his expression slightly


Sinclair finally decided to contact

arranged marriage by his family back then cChapter 397: Inviting

397: Inviting the Thatcher

Leighton Family.

"Heidi, have

a faint smile on her lips, a confident

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 shabby, or

even real estate isn’t uncommon. I naturally have to be different from others, so that I can leave a deep impression on Elder

that Heidi had such an idea, and he looked

what way will

smile as she looked at Justin Leighton and said,

so renowned, who in

the past, but in recent years, their growth has been rapid. It’s said that

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

saying this, Justin

asked somewhat doubtfully, "Are you planning to invite someone from

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 will certainly catch everyone’s eye


wait in line to see the Thatcher

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

have used this method long ago, instead

these words from Justin Leighton, Heidi Leighton was not nervous at

"Dad, can’t you think outside the box a bit? If that person from the Thatcher Family can’t be moved, then we’ll invite someone we can

taken aback, seemingly

carefully, he felt that this result also seemed promising. Although Joel Thatcher could not be invited, other members of the

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

in contact with

contact." Heidi Leighton curled her mouth into

arranging everything, only then did Heidi Leighton notify

with Jessica Thatcher, who has also agreed to

noddChapter 398:

Unexpected Encounter at the

today was the

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

Veridia Airport.

waiting along with Mr. and Mrs. Lancaster for

age, Mr. and 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

Julian Lancaster arriving 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 might get

concealed identity, it would be a compounded

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

dressed in casual attire, looked strikingly handsome.

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

running out

the group proceeded together towards

he naturally booked business class, allowing them to board ahead of economy class. After


up for boarding with her suitcase,

Almost late!

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

figures. Why did that person

could see clearly, the figures

displayed a puzzled look in her

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

passport handed over by the staff and entered

first-class section, Sharon

Sharon spotted Nina’s figure, her face instantly changing. She grabbed the blanket beside her and quickly

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

Julian: "..."

with a covered


bullet, Sharon’s

Chapter 399:

Lancaster heard this and showed a look of

at work today? Why would she appear here and

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

five minutes, Marcus’s

Elysian, and

to Crestfall, the worse situation now was that he must not let her know his whereabouts, and most importantly, she

now did Julian Lancaster realize what it meant

requires countless lies to

...

sat down

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

this, Nina Sinclair furrowed her

without wasting seats,

such cases, passengers may be persuaded by flight attendants


was that lucky

no tickets for subsequent flights, nor is a transfer possible, one could only accept

waste one’s time, but it also negatively

and Nina Sinclair had to book a week in advance

now, there surely would be no

and asked, "How do you intend

smile, continued, "A passenger in business class has canceled their trip, so we can now upgrade you

as she

meant better service and seats, which no sensible person

nodded and said, "No

ask where your luggage

Sinclair followed the

Lancaster, who had just breathed a sigh of


just now. Fortunately, she had perfectly avoided Nina

class, there were four seats abreast, and their family had bought tickets for the front and rear seats. She and Julian Lancaster were sitting together, with the remaining two empty seats across the

felt a sense of relief, thankful their seat classes were different; otherwise, it would have been a

they’ll meet. When disembarking,

careful when deplaning later,

happy for even a few seconds when she saw the flight attendant bringing Nina

400: Chapter 400:

Lancaster frantically tugged at Julian Lancaster, signaling to

were separated by just an aisle—not too close, not too far.

grabbed Sharon’s white sunscreen jacket and covered his head with

relief. She also put on her hat

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

Mr. Lancaster: "Received."

here? Alright, alright, your father and I will definitely stay hidden, not letting

sitting down, Nina Sinclair glanced

but that was when she was still the Sinclair Family’s young lady. Now, she had

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

be the person she ran into while boarding, who looked so

obsessed. She was reminded of Julian Lancaster by everyone she saw, even

her phone suddenly

Sinclair checked her phone and saw a message from


was asking where she was, wanting to find her to

she’d been so busy with other things, she forgot to tell Sharon that she was going to

side trip to see Julian Lancaster’s grandmother, fearing

all, seeing her mom was the truth. As for Julian Lancaster’s grandmother, it was just a side

Sinclair’s mother had been in a vegetative state for many years,

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

didn’t have a good relationship with the Sinclair Family, and they weren’t on the invitation list for

are you on the

that’s right, Sharon. You wouldn’t believe it—I saw a Middle Eastern man who looks a lot like Julian Lancaster. If I didn’t know

Sharon Lancaster: "..."

Middle Eastern

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

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


was no meal service on the flight. Otherwise, Julian Lancaster would have to remove

not even daring to use the restroom, fearing they’d be

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

didn’t think much of it, grabbing her suitcase

Lancaster feel a

Oh my God!

she didn’t evenChapter 401: Nicknames Just for

401: Chapter 401:

Sinclair stepped out of the airport, the scenery before

left not long ago, returning now felt different, as if the past events had taken place

"Little Lemon!"

Nina instinctively looked toward the group

Joel Thatcher?

No, how did he know

wore a traditional white shirt, dark pants, and white sneakers. Though simple in color scheme, they made him stand out, radiating an ethereal aura

no one would expect him to be the newly appointed Family Head of the

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

call him by this nickname, Joel couldn’t help but

called her Little Lemon,

suitcase and said, "Come on,

they left the

the Thatcher Family,


it’s been ages!"

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

suddenly felt a sting

I’ll take you to your favorite grilled fish place

drove away from the

...

up Julian Lancaster and others, and the shuttle bus headed

and Mrs. Lancaster discussed Old

Head is quite the sensation in the Crestfall circles. Many want him to help with health treatments, and the

"Can’t we

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

like others who fawn over the Lancasters, doesn’t give

meant pulling


Crestfall to visit the Thatchers.

402: I’m

to their favorite spot

and they loved visiting

haven’t been here for so long! You’ve graduated by now, right?

and didn’t

his

feeling a bit embarrassed, lowered her eyes and awkwardly smiled, "I am married, but I

hearing this, Joel’s expression changed abruptly, staring at Nina

what did

face showed an expression as if struck by lightning, clearly astounded by

his senses, his once gentle demeanor changed as he pulled Nina

Joel’s agitated expression, Nina’s face showed helplessness as she answered truthfully, "Yes, we lost contact before, so I didn’t tell you. Sorry, Joel. If

the future and wasn’t

Joel was suddenly at a loss

felt scorched, as if plunged into a


the path of marriage with another man

why couldn’t Nina wait

him as a good friend, perhaps a brotherly figure. She never showed any romantic interest

But he was different.

were children, kept his feelings hidden, thinking they’d grow up someday, but then the Sinclair Family

the capability, but meeting again had such

quickly comforted, "Hey, don’t be upset. It’s not too late to tell you

petty; he certainly wouldn’t

was upset because she

of silence,

somewhat bitterly, "Who did you marry? Which family’s son? What’s his background? Is

her head helplessly, "You asked so many things at once, how should I answer you?"

to sit, "Let’s sit down and talk


and began to talk

how she accidentally met Julian. She only mentioned a close

listened silently and

she’d only met

was a driver and

her eyes showed emotions suggesting she

made

with her, but Joel’s father said they

Handling

403: Handling Hospital

marriage partner were an outstanding man, Joel Thatcher might be able to step

achievements,

inadvertently revealed

you to Crestfall this time? When will you bring him

enemy first

your enemy and know yourself, and you will be victorious

moment, "He’s on a business trip,

pause just now made

it or not, he should have come to

But Nina came alone.

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

even more assured

place, but she politely declined. Although she couldn’t return to the Sinclair Family in Crestfall, she still had somewhere else

was eager to see her mother and asked


her to the hospital, and he could also pre-assess

Joel arrived at the

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 whenever

Madeline couldn’t

to speak with the attending doctor to

the bedside, holding a towel and meticulously wiping

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

Soon, Joel returned.

but the treatment is rather complex, so I want you to

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

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

processing the

Joel took Nina to her previously rented apartment before leaving.Chapter 404: Thinking of

404: Chapter 404: Thinking

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

"Just settled in. What’s

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

miss him a

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

said,

he could imagine her charming little face and the expression she had

Sinclair too, but unfortunately, he couldn’t take her back to meet his

I’ll be back soon, and I’ll

for her, Nina Sinclair’s smile widened, and

getting late, you have work tomorrow, get

"Alright, goodnight."

"Goodnight."

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


dressed in cute bunny pajamas. After seeing Julian Lancaster, she looked around and then mysteriously entered his room, closing the

Sharon Lancaster spoke, "Brother! I just overheard an

up

kitchen to see if

slightly furrowed, lacking

paid extra attention and listened at the door. I heard they plan to announce the Lancaster

angrily clenched her fist, "How can they do this? Where does this leave my sister-in-law?

his grandparents wanted to do, he would never

he could prepare and avoid being caught off guard at that

go back to your room and sleep,"

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

naturally staying at The Lancaster Estate while in Crestfall, where rooms were reserved for them and cleaned regularly. The rooms were close to Old Master Lancaster and Old Madam Lancaster’s quarters, which is

showing a

Nina Sinclair Behind Elder

and Old Madam Lancaster were still arguing in

of the matter was that Old Madam Lancaster

Master Lancaster grunted unhappily, "You’re actually going behind my back to see that woman. Does what I say have no

hearing these words, Old Madam Lancaster was a bit

stubborn. Aren’t we still looking for a wife for Julian? After all, that woman and Julian are already legally married. Of course, it’s better to keep the original if

Old Master Lancaster heard this, his face immediately turned

mean by ’it’s better to keep the original if

Sinclair’s side,

excitedly, "You! Do you even see me

mean anything. Why are

meet her once, and then you can invite her

from Old Master Lancaster,

not to invite Nina Sinclair to the birthday banquet would be decided after she met

Old Master Lancaster


the question back to Old Master Lancaster. She asked, "I’ve already brought her to

Master Lancaster was a bit curious, but he

so great about meeting 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

Master Lancaster had no other choice but to take a firm

"Even if

opposing him, Old Master Lancaster was furious, feeling

responded to Old Madam Lancaster, turning his back

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

was Julian’s

Lancaster’s stubbornness and knew

expect him to listen to her anyway. She had already made up her mind to meet Nina Sinclair, and she could go see her alone without

406: Quietly Following Old Madam

Chapter 406: Quietly Following Old

the Lancasters

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

it was just a few

keenly noticed that Old Master Lancaster seemed to be arguing with

the things she overheard last night. It must be about her

everyone went about their own business. Old Madam Lancaster dressed up

Madam Lancaster’s car leave, his

uneasy. He had to go and

immediately called Uncle Ming, asking him to

need?" Uncle Ming

car immediately, and we’ll quietly follow them." After saying this, Old Master Lancaster added, "Remember not to let

"Yes, right away."

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

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


...

of a traditional Chinese restaurant, Nina

she suddenly received a text from Julian’s Grandma, changing the meeting place

know what kind of person Julian’s Grandma was. Was she as difficult as his aunt or as kind and

Nina’s thoughts were wandering, the door of the

jet-black hair, pinned back with a hairpin, and dressed meticulously appeared before her

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

sat up

her first instinct was that this woman must be

so handsome, there must be genetic

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

to Nina, then sat down in front

spoke first, "Are you


Lancaster’s gentle tone, Nina’s nervousness slightly eased, realizing

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

407: Not a

407: Not

getting along so well without a hint of awkwardness,

be that in his absence, Moira had secretly contacted Nina Sinclair behind

is there no trace of unfamiliarity between

better than when Heidi Leighton

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

wanted to see how this

apprehension quickly evaporated after Old

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

is excellent, with its picturesque mountains and waters,

health products, perfect for

kinds of delicacies, the likes of bird’s nest, abalone, shark fins,

still liked what Nina

gifted was the same Julian Lancaster often prepared for

improved considerably. Recently, having run out, and due to the ongoing spat between Julian and Old Master Lancaster, where he was still mad and


Lancaster chuckled, saying,

Madam Lancaster was not displeased, Nina

asked,

been to Veridia and had seen those

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

Lancaster recalled the recent cooling of ties with Julian

hasn’t even sent any medicinal dishes

deliberate act so that this woman could use it to endear

Clearly not a

deep scheming was easily seen through

about the efficacy of those medicinal dishes, yet now even Nina Sinclair’s gift

Lancaster snorted, "Let’s see what else that woman has up her

those words, he stared intently


remembered Old Master Lancaster’s illness, and with some concern, asked Old Madam Lancaster, "Grandma, you said on the

a hint of guilt as she replied, "Yes, indeed. We’ve consulted

younger years, causing significant physical strain, just

Invite the Thatcher

408: Chapter 408: Invite the Thatcher

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

his brows, saying to Uncle Ming behind him, "Arrange it immediately. I want

but quickly responded, "Alright, Master, I’ll try my best

Uncle Ming had

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

Sinclair’s voice coming

friend, an expert in

expected, Nina Sinclair was trying to

impressive? Except for the Thatcher

to see how

...

that she might slip and slightly

hearing this, Nina Sinclair suddenly thought of

were quite formidable. She wondered if she could invite him to take a


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

if Joel Thatcher would be willing to look at Julian

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

eyes showed a flicker

hearing about Julian Lancaster’s

years of observing people, Nina Sinclair was a

"Trying to win me over by inviting a doctor? If she can really get someone from the Thatcher Family, then she’d be impressive, and I’d be convinced. If it’s those quack doctors, forget

head of the Thatcher Family, Joel Thatcher, does have impressive medical skills, but he is very prideful. I’ve sent

Joel Thatcher was indeed talented, and young folks tend to be a bit stubborn and unafraid of

409: Julian

Chapter 409: Julian Lancaster’s

squinted his eyes upon hearing

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

and leave Julian Lancaster on her

Ming, let’s go." After speaking, Old Master Lancaster stood up and

Lancaster were still chatting, unaware that Old Master Lancaster had eavesdropped

to come. Grandma still hopes you can go," Old Madam Lancaster looked at Nina Sinclair with an expectant expression on her

such a request; how

said, "I understand,

the address is the one I sent

someone stop Nina Sinclair, gave her a heads up, planning to personally bring her to the banquet and see what that old

"Okay, I understand."

to Nina Sinclair, and

Oh my God!

Julian’s grandma’s birthday?


going to the banquet like this would be very impolite. She

a day left, where could she find an appropriate birthday

she was

from selling the ring last time,

to buy was a

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

...

had just arrived in Crestfall to

request, saying

Julian Lancaster frowned slightly.

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

class in Crestfall,

going to announce at the


the future of the

up at Marcus Walsh, "Is there a

and quickly shook his head, "No, I will take care of Miss Sinclair’s traces and ensure no reporters find out about her

410:

straight to Crestfall’s

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

to the elderly, options are limited, and a Jade Bracelet is

is beneficial for health and

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

some thought, Nina decided against calling

make herself seen by Julian’s grandpa, and

jade market, Nina was

in jewelry design, her research in this area is

Joel Thatcher’s call came

answered, "Joel,

you coming to the hospital today?"

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

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


Joel had already

has quite a collection of exquisite pieces. No wonder he rushed over

Joel asked, "Why

need to buy her a gift." Nina introduced

Nina’s slightly shy expression, Joel

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

still picking out a gift for another man —

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

her bank card balance. She

the money from selling the ring last time, most of her funds go towards her mother, leaving her little. Now that Julian

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

said, "I have a few Jade Bracelets,

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

Don’t

411: Chapter 411: Don’t Be

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

out her

like a mere business

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

and since it was for him, she added a bit

head,

me out? Our relationship permits that," Joel, though secretly

grandfather isn’t doing well. I want to bring him to

"husband," the more natural it felt. Nina realized she could now say it smoothly in front

Joel: "..."

changed as he gritted his teeth

to jump the queue for treatment was entirely for Nina’s sake. If it were anyone else, he

anyone could just come to

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


you to a meal another day." With that,

"Wait a moment!"

Is there

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

simply couldn’t

deep down, he’d open the back door for

delight, quickly adding, "Joel,

down earlier, seeing Nina’s cheerful face

"You mentioned attending a birthday banquet tomorrow, where is

Ridge Manor, perhaps it’s because the

concern for Grandfather Lancaster,

Joel’s expression abruptly

the Seeds

Chapter 412: Planting the

Sinclair’s expression froze when she heard Joel

you mean, my husband, what kind of person? He’s just an

was sharp as he continued, "Ordinary people don’t usually host a birthday banquet at Crimson Ridge Manor. You should think

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

Sinclair heard this and didn’t take it

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

"What’s your husband’s name?"

Thatcher was deeply affected when he found out yesterday that Nina Sinclair was already married. He hadn’t asked for the man’s name then,

touched her nose and murmured, "He has the same name as

she didn’t quite believe it herself after saying it. The coincidence was too much, and it was no wonder Joel

Lancaster was unrelated to President

Sinclair and asking coldly, "Are

speak, which

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


not? It’s not that unusual of a

a deep breath, suppressing his anger, and after a while, said, "Alright, it’s fine

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, but the venue is

dramatically, and she

continued, "So where is

business trip..." Nina Sinclair

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

frowned in displeasure upon hearing

her skull to see

their family member is celebrating a birthday?" he sneered. "You probably don’t know, but the Lancaster Family sent me an invitation. I politely declined, saying I had business. Later, I found out, guess what? The Lancaster Family plans to announce Chapter 413: The Outcome Revealed

413: Chapter 413: The Outcome Revealed at the Birthday

Joel Thatcher’s residence with a

thinking Joel was just spouting nonsense, but upon careful reflection, she found the

and the probability of a

arrangement, and because of her trust in Sharon, she had

it be that

wealthy aunt, who insisted she was unworthy of Julian. If he indeed

Sinclair was suddenly

became, especially with what Joel mentioned about the Lancaster family announcing Julian’s engagement at the

Sinclair took out her phone, wanting to

she was mistaken, would he be angry at

time, she put the phone

find

...

Crimson Ridge Manor.


at the manor entrance on time, standing in

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

seemed like the Lancaster family’s

were no venues around that matched Julian’s status, not to mention Joel said the entire area belonged to the Lancasters, making it even less

is Julian really as

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

and decided

place you mentioned." Nina paused for a moment and tentatively asked, "Is it

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

was disconnected, leaving Nina Sinclair’s

is inside Crimson Ridge Manor, so Julian

put her phone away and headed straight to the

at the entrance of the manor, and Justin Leighton


got off, she happened to

Nina go, Heidi furrowed her

Isn’t that Nina Sinclair?

Could

Lancaster is announcing the engagement between their families, it’s impossible for Nina to be here. There’s only one possibility—Nina

staring ahead and asked curiously,

and shook her head lightly, "Nothing,

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

Master Lancaster instructed Chad to wait here for Justin Leighton, so he was specially at the entrance

Leighton enthusiastically exchanged pleaChapter 414: Attempting

Attempting to Lay Hands on

already arranged for people to stand guard at the entrance, and there’s no

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

pay attention to the back door. What was that woman wearing? I’ll take people to check it

a T-shirt, probably

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

that, Chad left with several

Leighton asked, "What’s going

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

lips curled slightly as she said, "I

"Nina Sinclair?"

just outside, perhaps

for a moment, then said, "You did well, we absolutely cannot let her in; if something happens, it

hello to Old Madam Lancaster and

walked into


Chad had already led people around the manor, searching for the woman Heidi had

door, he immediately saw

Chad and the security guards surrounded her, "Stop! What are you doing here, wandering around the manor? Don’t you know this is Lancaster Family’s territory?

Sinclair hadn’t dressed up, thinking it was just a normal family gathering,

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

calmly, "I’m

trying to sneak in, aren’t

what else would a woman like Nina be doing here if not trying to sneak

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

arrogance and rudeness, attempting

She certainly wouldn’t compromise.

needed to confirm his

"Who


recognizing him. He glanced

Chad reveal his

415: She Was Invited by

She

the

handsome demeanor walk out, and Nina Sinclair’s eyes widened

to

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

have returned to his former self, looking handsome

Nina Sinclair and asked Chad Rhodes, "What happened? What are you doing

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

Nina Sinclair frowned deeply.

more involvement with Vincent Lancaster; they had no ties

a significant impact on her heart. She

on Nina Sinclair, and then he softly

someone you invited?"

seeing that Vincent wasn’t joking, he had no

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


Chad left, Vincent looked at

gently asked, "Nina, why

business,"

already apologized to you. Can’t you forgive me? We can forget everything

Lancaster’s matters and

Lancaster, but unexpectedly he ran into her

into Nina Sinclair’s eyes with tenderness and said, "Nina, can we

it’s over between us. You

Sinclair found Vincent Lancaster somewhat annoying. She wanted to shake off this clingy nuisance

really think

he found her useless and now he’s coming back to

wait

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


to use the

to talk too much with you. Could you please not show up in front of us?

husband so many times to Joel

fell, she

416: Chapter 416: Everything Is

Nina Sinclair and headed straight toward her. "Excuse me, are you

"Yes, I am."

"Please follow me."

Sinclair was eager to shake off Vincent Lancaster’s entanglements,

watched Nina Sinclair leave, his

that Auntie An, who’s always

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

Vincent Lancaster’s expression

Julian Lancaster, then his chances of getting

way it could be Julian Lancaster. How could he possibly help Nina Sinclair with something like this, knowing perfectly well that Nina

strode toward the

...

Sinclair followed Auntie

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


seemed as

Old Madam Lancaster now. Please follow me." Auntie An smiled

wanted to ask what

Auntie An. If you don’t mind, just call me that. Do

to be here today as well?" Nina Sinclair asked after giving it some

Master Julian is the most beloved grandson of the Elder. He

sank. What was she overthinking? Of course,

see Julian Lancaster, right? To

moment, in

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

old man’s stubborn and won’t listen to

this, Sharon’s eyes

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


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

that Nina Sinclair has arrived, the engagement matter might be put

moment, there was a knock on the lounge door, and Auntie An’s

"Let her in quickly."

the words "Miss

she saw Nina Sinclair, her soul practically

Nina Sinclair end up here? WhChapter 417: Wishes Will

Wishes Will Not Be

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

her brother’s identity

her gaze probing and full

come to celebrate Julian Lancaster’s grandma’s

President Lancaster, then everything makes sense, because Sharon is Julian’s sister, and Grandma Lancaster is their grandma, so that’s

was deceived by Julian Lancaster, then Sharon

met Julian Lancaster because

hard to believe, would

Nina looking at her that way, Sharon felt inexplicably flustered, as

be in Crestfall, so I

would believe such a

tightly knitted brows slowly

trust

Sierra and Sharon were not the same people, and


Nina was thinking, she

didn’t you

shook her head, "It was Julian’s grandma who asked

Hiss ——

who Nina was

not be her brother!

approached with a broad smile, "Miss Sinclair, you’re here. Sorry I didn’t tell you to wear a formal dress today, but no worries, I already prepared one for

Auntie An, "Auntie An, quickly take Miss Sinclair down

stepped forward, "Miss Sinclair,

so she didn’t refuse and

looked at Sharon and ordered,

Old Madam Lancaster wanted her to accompany Nina,

like she can only take things


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

girl in such a setting, they would be timid and very reserved, but Nina was poised, which was quite

like she’s not as bad as the old man

...

later, as Nina and Sharon finished dressing, heading towards the villa’s

the person ahead, Nina’s eyes widened

"Joel, why are you

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

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

front of them,

418: Your Wife Is About

418: Your Wife Is About to Run

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

revealing an expression of admiration

of his dreams, proud and beautiful, an irresistible Nina Sinclair. She was a pearl covered in dust,

Nina might be Julian Lancaster, he had a faint sense of foreboding, prompting him to come and

and felt a shiver run down

not a look between good friends; it felt like a man looking at

cautiously, "Who

chuckled lightly and continued, "good

to change the term ’good friend’

responded with

was absolutely certain that this man had an unusual interest in Nina

rival

a few words to Joel Thatcher, who nodded, then said to Nina Sinclair, "Nina,

the man turned


and bombarded her with questions: "Nina, who was

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

neighbor’s brother. We grew up together. When I left Crestfall, I cut off contact with everyone from

could have distanced herself from the Sinclair family without losing touch

help her when her mother faced a

to being

this, Sharon understood Joel’s significance in

earth was her

be stolen, yet he

and

...

that Nina Sinclair was in the vicinity. He was holding a wine glass, drinking with

asking, "Did you really not bring Nina with you? Julian, I heard your grandfather seems to be up


always a focal point. Louis happened to know a bit of inside information because his father had

at all, and the

crowd but didn’t see Sharon Lancaster’s

419: Don’t Compare Xiao

419: Don’t Compare Xiao Ning

his eyes and saw

were several young ladies, who just exclaimed over something she

like Old Master Lancaster is getting really anxious, finding someone like this for you." Louis Quinn clicked his tongue, then remarked, "I think

Lancaster frowned and said with some displeasure, "Don’t compare

that Heidi Leighton couldn’t measure up

Quinn sheepishly

if Louis weren’t familiar with him, he’d think

...

were laughing and chatting around Heidi

because of the presence of the Thatcher Family members around her, everyone looked at Heidi with some esteem, thinking she was mysterious,

known that their families went to great lengths

said that the Thatchers don’t even

them to socialize here, hoping to connect with the Thatchers through Heidi Leighton, for the

didn’t amount to much in Crestfall, and they were generally ignored; now they’ve


mistake earlier and was expelled by Joel Thatcher

skills are rather mediocre as

about to marry into the Lancaster Family, Jessica Thatcher set her sights on

the two barely met two or three times yet were already calling each other

advantage, didn’t disclose her situation to Heidi, planning to bluff for now. Both were of the

felt quite delighted seeing everyone orbiting

to her before; now things

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