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."
The one who came wasn’t President Lancaster, but Marcus Walsh.
After Marcus had finished reporting to Julian Lancaster, people from Elysian had coincidentally come to fetch him, and since Julian was inconveniently unable to appear, he let Marcus handle it.
Yvonne Crowe saw Rebecca Lowell approaching Marcus Walsh and knew this was Julian Lancaster.
She had not seen Julian Lancaster before.
The Zenith president was truly too mysterious; even among Zenith employees, few had met him, but his representative, Walter Wyatt, was more well-known.
Many people flocked forward with eager smiles, warmly greeting, "Hello, President Lancaster."
Facing the enthusiastic crowd, Marcus Walsh adopted Julian Lancaster’s usual high-and-mighty demeanor, nodding slightly.
Even without a warm response, the Elysian employees were all excited.
"President Lancaster! I’m finally fortunate enough to see President Lancaster!"
"Though it’s a bit different from what I imagined, I think President Lancaster is pretty great."
"Didn’t expect Rebecca Lowell to really cozy up to President Lancaster, my gosh! I’m absolutely envious!"
...
Yvonne Crowe saw Rebecca Lowell with someone backing her, jealousy flickering in her eyes; it’s incredibly enviable, and if she had the same luck, that would be amazing.
But no matter, as long as she could please Rebecca Lowell, future opportunities would surely abound.
Thinking this, she glanced at Nina Sinclair, sneering sarcastically, "Did you see? President Lancaster is here. Just see how you’ll keep up that stubborn attitude. You better not cry later and beg for mercy!"
Nina Sinclair’s eyes darkened.
President Lancaster was Rebecca Lowell’s boyfriend, and he might very likely help her.
But she wasn’t wrong regarding this matter; even quitting this job today, she was determined to prove her innocence!
Her gaze grew firm, mentally prepared for anything.
Over there, Rebecca Lowell and her group had finished their greetings and were walking over with Marcus Walsh.
Rebecca Lowell, seeing the envious eyes of Elysian employees around her, felt incredibly proud, exuding an aloof arrogance as if she were the queen atop the pyramid.
Yvonne Crowe also began to abuse her momentary advantage, coming 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 Elysian!"
Marcus Walsh nearly spat blood upon hearing Yvonne Crowe’s words.
Cold sweat broke out on his back.
What was she saying??
If Julian Lancaster knew he dared speak to Nina Sinclair like this, he’d be doomed.
He was here to support Nina Sinclair!
After Yvonne Crowe finished speaking, she looked at Nina Sinclair with pride.
Nina Sinclair just calmly looked at the leaping Yvonne Crowe; she finally got to see a real-life lackey.
She crossed her arms, gave Yvonne Crowe a sidChapter 391: Proving Her Innocence
Chapter 391: Chapter 391: Proving Her Innocence
Marcus Walsh’s rebuke of Yvonne Crowe shocked everyone.
They almost wondered if they heard wrong.
Just now, did President Lancaster tell Yvonne Crowe to shut up?
Yvonne was stunned, looking at the composed Marcus Walsh, completely struck like by lightning, unable to utter the mocking words she had planned for Nina Sinclair.
After a moment, she came to her senses and looked at Rebecca Lowell with a questioning gaze.
The look in her eyes seemed to ask Rebecca Lowell, what is going on?
Why is President Lancaster backing Nina Sinclair?
Marcus Walsh didn’t care how others viewed him, he just knew Nina Sinclair shouldn’t be offended.
He respectfully said to Nina, "Miss Sinclair, we will conduct a strict investigation into the major error in this draft. Please rest assured, no good person will be unjustly blamed."
"..." Nina Sinclair was taken aback.
What’s happening?
Unexpectedly, President Lancaster wasn’t supporting Rebecca Lowell. Judging by his words, will he handle things impartially?
However, she quickly understood why. Although Rebecca Lowell is President Lancaster’s girlfriend, he runs such a large company, the Lancaster Group, and obviously wouldn’t ruin his reputation for personal matters.
At this moment, Nina Sinclair’s impression of President Lancaster improved.
Could she use President Lancaster to prove her innocence?
Nina Sinclair squinted her eyes and tentatively asked, "If I have evidence proving my innocence, will you punish the one responsible for this incident?"
She knew Rebecca Lowell orchestrated this and didn’t hope President Lancaster would punish her. As long as he conducts a fair investigation and clears her name, she’d be content and wouldn’t expect too much else.
Marcus Walsh nodded, "Of course! Zenith is not a place where private affiliations cloud judgment."
After these words, Rebecca Lowell’s face turned pale.
She 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, so she forcibly swallowed her words.
Yvonne Crowe saw that President Lancaster disregarded even Rebecca Lowell’s pride and showed disbelief, "President Lancaster..."
Marcus Walsh ignored them, looking at Nina Sinclair, puzzled, "Miss Sinclair, do you really have evidence to prove your innocence?"
Nina Sinclair nodded coldly, "Of course!"
Then, she said to Millie Langley beside her, "Millie, take out your phone and open up what I had you record daily."
Millie’s face shifted from confusion to excitement and glee upon hearing this.
Right!
She almost forgot that Nina Sinclair had her record the process of them repairing the drafts every day, uploading all of it to a side account.
Millie Langley realized the draft had been tampered with, but out of anxiousness, she hadn’t thought of it.
At the time, she wondered why Nina Sinclair had her record these, now it seems it was a precaution!
Nina Sinclair is truly foresighted!
Without saying more, Millie Langley immediately took out her phone and opened the small account she recorded on.
Chapter 392: One More Time and You’re Fired
Chapter 392: Chapter 392: One More Time and You’re Fired
Millie Langley said aloud, "Every day while Director Sinclair and I were restoring the manuscript, we recorded the process. Here, we have the entire restoration process without any editing, which can prove our innocence. So, the final version of the manuscript is different from what Director Sinclair did! As for who messed with it, I think everyone should be clear!"
Her words fell, and the scene became silent.
After a while, some began to look towards Rebecca Lowell.
If there’s anyone targeting Nina Sinclair, it would only be Rebecca Lowell. After all, she has been trying every way to sabotage Nina Sinclair.
Someone lowered their voice and began to whisper.
"What’s going on? Why is President Lancaster helping Nina Sinclair?"
"Yeah, isn’t Rebecca Lowell his girlfriend? Generally, he should be supporting Rebecca Lowell, right?"
that Nina Sinclair’s background is not simple, and now it’s proven
...
public, Rebecca Lowell’s face turned extremely unpleasant, and she angrily
about what was happening, especially since Rebecca Lowell was President Lancaster’s girlfriend, and with President Lancaster right there, they dared not say much
they weren’t looking at her anymore, those unusual glances still fell
Rebecca Lowell couldn’t
you let others bully your girlfriend like this? My
with President Lancaster,
now President Lancaster was actually helping Nina Sinclair. What does he mean? Could he be
and she looked at Nina Sinclair as if she wanted
Walsh looked at Rebecca Lowell’s arrogant demeanor and felt utterly
even he couldn’t mess with her. Moreover, he had found out that Rebecca Lowell did this,
"Zenith is not a place where
President Lancaster to
she didn’t need to worry about President Lancaster siding with Rebecca Lowell; this incident
Since we have proved Director
she glanced
Lowell’s face
Walsh remembered Julian Lancaster’s attitude when he learned
properly, his
393: Don’t
eyes widened in disbelief; she simply couldn’t
was
wanted to say something more, but Marcus had already turned and
silent, and only then did everyone realize what
Lancaster actually sacrificed
President Lancaster wouldn’t even stand up for his own people.
Lowell might not even be one
...
ashen, her expression stiffened,
expected this
her kicked out
earlier, Rebecca felt that if she made another mistake, she might really be fired. Then, if she returned to the Sinclair Group in disgrace, she
help
it be that he’s still thinking
naturally felt very uneasy,
call President
Rebecca turned and
on the scene, and the one whose face looked the worst was Yvonne Crowe. After all, she thought, with President
said with President Lancaster’s arrival, Director Sinclair was doomed? Now, Director Sinclair isn’t doomed, but rather, Rebecca
face turned livid upon hearing
stay and face Millie’s ridicule,
respect for Nina Sinclair, silently reminding themselves to stay far away from her and not
Millie and said, "It’s all over now. You should head home, or you’ll
end of work delayed quite a bit
you’re amazing! From now on, I’ve decided to look up
this, Nina could only smile
unintentionally attracted a young admirer; the way
all these preventive measures were learned from past painful
any outstanding ability; it was just an instinctive
isn’t a
Marcus
Julian Lancaster, recounting everything that had just happened. Towards the end, he added, "President Lancaster, the matter has been
if Julian would be dissatisfied
clenching his fists, he awaited Julian’s
Julian merely gave a
picked up his coat
Marcus breathed a sigh of relief, his tense
Should
began to glow, and the streetlights on both sides of the road were already lit, with only
to the roadside; he glanced up in the direction of the
still
his phone suddenly rang. It was a call from Sharon Lancaster. He swiped
soon as the call connected, Sharon’s voice came through, "Brother, it’s Grandma’s birthday on Sunday; you haven’t
even had Marcus Walsh select a precious gift to give to Old Madam
"No, I haven’t forgotten."
thought you’d forgotten, so I called to remind you." Sharon said and then seemed to remember something, asking, "By the
slightly, not
bring Nina Sinclair back to
understood his grandfather’s temper. Currently, he still held quite a bit of prejudice against Nina. Bringing her back like this would
moment, Julian said helplessly, "It’s not easy to deal with Grandpa;
a grandfather surely won’t give a pleasant face. Better not let Nina
gaze darkened slightly. Grandpa’s stubborn nature made it indeed difficult to get
thing!" Sharon suddenly exclaimed, "I just realized, why has our family never had any interactions with the Sinclair Family? Every year
Crestfall.
he had also been curious about this
later on, but nothing came up. The only thing known was that there was a discord
by Byron Sinclair’s attitude, it wasn’t to this
quirky and stubborn. It’s normal for him not to contact the Sinclairs over some
his thoughts with Sharon, who,
moment, someone walked out of the Zenith Building. Julian looked over and recognized
incident occurred, Nina had already messaged Julian saying she might be delayed and that he
to go home when she unexpectedly spotted Julian’s car quietly parked at the
paused for a
had been
moved, she quickly jogged over, opened the car door, and sat inside, "Were you waiting here for me the whole time? Didn’t I tell you to go
guilty, saying, "I wasn’t waiting for very long."Chapter
Chapter 395: Mother May
do too." Nina Sinclair recalled the call
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
Nina couldn’t help but eagerly share what had
end, she said with full admiration, "I didn’t expect President Lancaster to be so discerning, truly deserving
Julian: "..."
Nina’s admiring expression, did all the good reputation he had let Marcus Walsh help Nina, get
Julian felt somewhat depressed.
he couldn’t explain much, so in the end,
...
was publicly humiliated, she had restrained herself a lot and didn’t
peacefully and happily continuing
it would be time for Nina to go to
was the first time meeting Julian’s grandparents, not a formal meeting with elders, but she felt she should bring a
Ding, Nina’s phone chimed.
Nina immediately straightened up, her whole being
from the
your mother’s recent condition seems good. There appears to be slight
this message, Nina
finally calling
was polite
just received
want to believe it, but after so many years, she thought her mother would stay the same,
have hope of waking, it was like giving a parched traveler in the
our treatment has limitations. We suggest complementing it with traditional Chinese medicine, which may stimulate her nerves and
hearing this, Nina was so excited she
up, still feeling as if she were dreaming, pinching
dream; her mother has a
now, Dr. Fang mentioned complementing it with traditional
Suddenly, Nina froze.
to think of it, she did remember someone. After severing ties with the Sinclair Family and Crestfall, she had ruthlessly cut off all connections,
now meant
really want
mother has a chance
396: Worthy to
396: Worthy to Pursue Nina
bit nervous, constantly wondering in her heart, has he changed his
Nina Sinclair worried, the phone was picked
deep and magnetic
paused, not knowing what to
actually remember to call me, I
"Joel Thatcher, I’m sorry."
Nina Sinclair’s sincere apology, and the words
you? Judging by the way you broke off
sincerely said, "Can I ask you for a favor? 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
Thatcher
After all, we grew up together, outsiders would say we’re childhood sweethearts! How could you talk to me about money, don’t we have any feelings for each other?
Sinclair’s eyes felt
blame her for not contacting him; instead, he was just
been family friends for generations, and the Thatcher Family was known for traditional medicine. As the only son of the Thatcher Family, Joel Thatcher had inherited their outstanding medical skills, earning fame within Crestfall’s elite circles, and could
also grew up together and had been very close since they
Nina Sinclair felt that they had an
Thatcher’s familiar tone seemed to
in the Thatcher Family. No matter how good they were, she was
Nina Sinclair sincerely said, "If my mother really wakes up, I
saying this, Joel Thatcher seemed to murmur
Sinclair didn’t hear
you coming back to Crestfall?
contact you when
"Okay."
...
at the Thatcher
staring at the phone that had been
decided to
by his family back
397: Inviting
Leighton Family.
Leighton and asked, "Heidi, have you prepared the
course I have!" Heidi Leighton had a faint smile on
Leighton was still a bit uneasy, as the birthday celebration was very important, and
even real estate isn’t uncommon. I naturally have to be
expected that Heidi had such an idea, and he
way will it be
Leighton’s face carried a confident smile as she looked at Justin Leighton and said, "Dad, do you know the Thatcher
Thatcher Family is so renowned, who in the
in the past, but in recent years, their growth has been rapid. It’s said that the current family head, Joel Thatcher, has fully inherited the essence from Old Thatcher,
many people are asking for his services, but all have to
this, Justin Leighton
to invite someone
renowned doctors without any cure. This is the only thing the
Lancaster has to wait in line to see the Thatcher Family, and with your status, I’m afraid you’ll have to be at the end
good to have ideas, but you also
he would have used this method long ago, instead of holding
words from Justin Leighton, Heidi Leighton was not nervous at all.
think outside the box a bit? If that person from the Thatcher Family can’t be moved, then we’ll invite someone
was taken aback, seemingly
also seemed promising. Although Joel Thatcher could not be
Thatcher is too busy, she will surely seek help from the Thatcher Family, which would equate to getting
get in contact with
I’ve already made contact." Heidi Leighton curled
then did Heidi Leighton notify
to connect with Jessica Thatcher, who has also agreed to treat Elder
noddChapter 398: Unexpected
Unexpected
today was the day Nina Sinclair would
luggage for him. In the morning, she personally saw him off out of the house. After he left, she returned to her room to retrieve the suitcase she had secretly packed the night before and took a cab to
Veridia Airport.
Lancaster stood waiting along with Mr. and Mrs. Lancaster for Julian
bit of attention, especially with the fresh and vibrant Sharon Lancaster by their side. In an instant, the three became the most eye-catching presence at the
she quickly hurried over, "Brother, you finally made it. Nina didn’t suspect
Sinclair knew Julian was returning to the Lancaster Family without her, she
with Julian’s concealed identity, it
seem a bit terrifying, so for now, they couldn’t tell Nina. Not
dressed in casual
lips into a slight smile and said, "She didn’t suspect
good! We’re running out
the group proceeded together towards
of economy class. After being checked by staff, the four of them,
Nina Sinclair also rushed to queue up for boarding with her suitcase, breathing heavily as she stood
Almost late!
she lost quite a bit of time,
Nina saw a few familiar figures. Why did that person look so much like Julian and
see clearly, the figures had already
displayed a puzzled look in
going on a business trip and should be with President Lancaster, it’s unlikely he would be out with Sharon,
passport handed over by the
first-class section, Sharon
and with her sharp eyes, Sharon spotted Nina’s figure, her face instantly changing. She
blanket from
Julian: "..."
or Julian with a covered
a bullet, Sharon’s heartChapter 399:
Chapter 399:
Lancaster heard this and showed a look of
be at work today? Why would she appear here
his phone and sent a message to Marcus Walsh, asking about Nina
less than five minutes, Marcus’s
he went to ask at Elysian, and Nina Sinclair had taken a
go to Crestfall, the worse situation now was that he must not let her
it meant to shoot
requires countless
...
sat down
flight attendant walked up to Nina Sinclair with an apologetic expression and said, "Ms. Sinclair, we are very sorry, but
Sinclair furrowed
returns for each flight without wasting seats,
be persuaded by flight attendants to leave
Sinclair was that lucky
subsequent flights, nor is a transfer possible, one could only accept
this waste one’s time, but it also negatively affects one’s
tightly booked flight seats, and Nina Sinclair had to book
now, there surely would
furrowed her brow and asked, "How do
in business class has canceled their trip, so we can now upgrade you for free, providing
felt a sense of relief. As long as she could go
business class meant better service and
she nodded and said, "No
where your luggage is? I’ll help
Sinclair followed the flight attendant to
just breathed a sigh of relief, settled back
just now. Fortunately, she had perfectly avoided Nina Sinclair and hadn’t been discovered by
front and rear seats. She and
felt a sense of relief, thankful their
passengers remain seated during the flight and won’t be moving around, so it’s unlikely they’ll meet. When disembarking, it’s their family who will leave first, making
careful when deplaning later,
happy for even a few seconds when she saw the flight attendant bringing Nina Sinclair oChapter 400: Almost
Chapter 400: Almost Mistook
Lancaster frantically tugged at Julian Lancaster, signaling to him that Nina Sinclair
flight attendant. She and Julian Lancaster were separated by just an aisle—not too close, not too far. The most crucial thing was
time, Julian Lancaster grabbed Sharon’s
sigh of relief. She also put on her hat and mask, disguising
a message in the small chat group of just the four Lancaster Family members: "Emergency! Emergency! My sister-in-law suddenly got seated in front, right next to us. Everyone be careful, don’t blow
Mr. Lancaster: "Received."
father and I will definitely stay hidden, not letting
down, Nina Sinclair glanced around,
Family’s young lady.
noticed the Middle Eastern man beside her, feeling
she ran into while boarding, who looked so much like Julian Lancaster,
was reminded of Julian Lancaster by everyone she
phone suddenly
phone and
where she was, wanting to find
so busy with other things, she forgot to tell Sharon that she was going to Crestfall. She quickly
to see Julian
As for
seeing the message, Sharon Lancaster gradually felt relieved. She had always known that Nina Sinclair’s mother had been in a vegetative state for many years, residing in a private medical
birthday banquet, and if they met,
have a good relationship with the Sinclair Family, and they weren’t on the invitation list for the Lancaster Family banquet. She
are you on the plane
lot like Julian Lancaster. If I didn’t know Julian was
Sharon Lancaster: "..."
Eastern
an emoji to Nina Sinclair
preparations for takeoff, and Nina Sinclair put her phone
service on the flight. Otherwise, Julian
to use the restroom, fearing they’d be spotted by Nina Sinclair. Luckily, the
flight attendants came over to remind them to leave. She was puzzled as to why these
it, grabbing her suitcase
Sinclair left did Sharon Lancaster feel a sense of relief,
Oh my God!
was nearly scared to death; she didn’t evenChapter 401: Nicknames Just
401: Chapter 401:
Sinclair stepped out of the airport, the scenery before her both familiar and foreign—Crestfall, it’s been too
ago, returning now felt different, as if the past events had taken place
"Little Lemon!"
toward the group of people at the exit, surprised to see an
Joel Thatcher?
here? No, how did he know
dark pants, and white sneakers. Though simple in color scheme, they made him stand out, radiating an ethereal aura
would expect him to be the
at this old friend, Nina smiled warmly, "Zhou Zhou,
him by this nickname, Joel
other nicknames. He called her Little Lemon, and she called him Zhou Zhou,
Nina’s suitcase and said, "Come on, let me
they left the
old acquaintance of the Thatcher
Zhao, it’s been
ride with Joel to school, so she knew the Thatcher driver well. She was surprised to see
felt a sting of
go, I’ll take you to your
their car drove away from the
...
the Lancaster Family’s driver had also picked up Julian Lancaster and others, and the shuttle bus headed for the Lancaster
the car, Mr. and Mrs. Lancaster discussed Old Master
Many want him to help
asked curiously, "Can’t we pull
refuse the Lancasters. Hearing someone had,
others who fawn over the
meant pulling strings
"Julian, take this opportunity in Crestfall to visit the Thatchers. Maybe a
402: Chapter 402:
Sinclair and Joel Thatcher went to their favorite spot from their school
then, both families were well-off, yet they had a down-to-earth side, and they loved visiting
for so
heard this and didn’t deny
his eyes revealing a gentle
and awkwardly smiled, "I am married, but I don’t have kids
expression changed abruptly, staring at Nina in
did she
face showed an expression as if struck by lightning, clearly
to his senses, his once gentle demeanor
I didn’t tell you. Sorry, Joel. If I have a wedding feast someday,
dared to think about the future and wasn’t sure if there’d be a
at
felt scorched, as if plunged into
the path of marriage with another man in such a
patiently waited for her all this time; why couldn’t Nina wait
him as a good friend, perhaps a brotherly
But he was different.
children, kept his feelings hidden, thinking they’d grow up someday, but
had the capability, but meeting again had
face darken, Nina quickly comforted, "Hey, don’t be upset. It’s not too late to tell you now, right? You wouldn’t stay mad at me,
knew Joel wasn’t petty; he certainly wouldn’t
was upset because
of silence, Joel accepted the
you marry? Which family’s son? What’s his
shook her head helplessly, "You asked so many things at once, how should I answer
sit, "Let’s sit down and
and began to talk
worry, she omitted how she accidentally met Julian. She only mentioned a close friend’s introduction, and they hit it off
listened silently and drew several
married a man she’d only met a
was a driver and assistant, a
the man, her eyes
realization made
back then, he wanted to leave with her, but Joel’s father said they had no capabilities then. Why should Nina suffer with
403: Handling Hospital
403: Handling Hospital
Joel Thatcher might be able to step back
and no achievements, how could he bear his little princess being wronged?
newlywed husband, that inadvertently revealed girlish stance, Joel couldn’t help but feel a
with you to Crestfall this time? When will you bring him over
understand the enemy first before making the
yourself,
on a
her so well. That slight pause just now
or not, he should have come to
But Nina came alone.
one possibility: Nina had been deceived by that
more assured
Nina stay at his place, but she politely declined. Although she couldn’t return to the Sinclair Family in Crestfall, she
asked Joel to take her to the
to take her to the hospital, and he
Nina and Joel arrived at the
years. She had been lying in this private hospital, cared for
couldn’t eat anything in her unconscious state, fresh flowers were the most
the hospital, Joel went to speak with the attending doctor
the bedside, holding a towel and
good care, Madeline looked fragile but still beautiful. Nina’s high nose bridge resembled hers,
Soon, Joel returned.
Auntie’s condition. There is indeed hope, but the treatment is rather complex, so I want you to transfer her to my hospital for treatment. It would be more convenient, and I can take better
his selfish reasons. Madeline could stay here, but he wanted more
hesitation. As long as Joel was willing to
processing the
settled, it was almost midnight. Joel took Nina to her previously rented apartment before leaving.Chapter 404: Thinking of You All
404: Thinking of You All
Lancaster to reply so quickly. She had just sent her message when his reply
"Just settled in. What’s
say something like this, she couldn’t help but curl her
miss
Julian Lancaster with Joel Thatcher today, leading her mind to be filled with Julian Lancaster’s image all day
directly said, "That’s right, I’ve been thinking about
into a smile, as if he could imagine her charming little face and the expression she
too, but unfortunately, he couldn’t
be back soon, and
for her, Nina Sinclair’s smile widened, and she
getting late, you have
"Alright, goodnight."
"Goodnight."
to Nina Sinclair’s message, urgent knocking sounded
over to open it. Outside was Sharon Lancaster, dressed in cute bunny pajamas. After seeing Julian Lancaster, she looked
confirming it was safe, Sharon Lancaster spoke,
up at
go to the kitchen to see if there was anything to eat. As I passed by Grandpa and Grandma’s
eyebrows slightly furrowed, lacking patience, "Get to the
and listened at the door. I heard they plan to announce the Lancaster Family and Leighton Family’s
bit indignant and angrily clenched her fist, "How can they do this? Where does this
darkened; regardless of what his grandparents wanted
he knew this in advance, he could prepare and avoid being caught off guard at that
room
Lancaster knew Julian Lancaster must have a plan, so she got up and returned
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 why Sharon overheard the conversation.
Sharon left, Julian Lancaster’s face became solemn, his eyes showing a deep coldness.Chapter 405: Meeting Nina Sinclair Behind Elder
Chapter 405: Meeting Nina Sinclair Behind
moment, Old Master Lancaster and Old Madam Lancaster were still arguing
origin of the matter was that Old Madam Lancaster had accidentally revealed she wanted to meet
actually going behind my back to see that woman. Does
hearing these words, Old Madam Lancaster was a
a wife for Julian? After all, that woman and Julian are already
Old Master Lancaster heard this, his face immediately
better to keep the original if
on Nina Sinclair’s side, supporting her to
excitedly, "You! Do you
mean anything. Why are you
know!" Old Master Lancaster ignored her remarks, snorting with dissatisfaction, "You meet her once, and then you can invite her to the birthday banquet. After that, that
quite helpless hearing this from Old Master
invite Nina Sinclair to the birthday banquet would be decided after she met
Old Master Lancaster asked with a serious
She asked, "I’ve already brought her to Crestfall. Aren’t you curious what kind of girl
a bit curious, but
that kind of woman," Old Master Lancaster said, fuming, "You’re not allowed to see her either. We’ve already agreed to announce the marriage alliance with the Leighton Family at the birthday banquet the day after tomorrow.
Master Lancaster had no other choice but to take
was displeased with Old Master Lancaster’s opposition. She snorted, "Even if I invite
opposing him, Old Master Lancaster was furious, feeling
no longer responded to Old Madam
he opposed, Old Madam Lancaster was determined to meet that woman, Nina Sinclair,
announce publicly that Heidi Leighton was Julian’s wife and see
course, Old Madam Lancaster knew Old Master Lancaster’s stubbornness and knew he would not
listen to her anyway. She had already made up her mind to meet Nina Sinclair, and
406: Quietly Following Old Madam
Quietly Following Old
the living room, the Lancasters were
Lancaster Family had their own villas. Beside Julian’s family, who lived year-round in
a few family members
Old Master Lancaster seemed to be arguing with Old
things she overheard last night.
Old Madam Lancaster dressed up carefully and
leave, his eyes sinking as his mood grew
felt uneasy. He had to go and see for
called Uncle Ming, asking him to come
need?" Uncle
just went out to meet that woman. You need to prepare the car immediately, and we’ll quietly follow them." After saying this, Old Master Lancaster
"Yes, right away."
soon the car was
this woman had to make Julian defy him just to be with her, and now even Old Madam was siding with her, having a cold war
...
of a traditional Chinese restaurant, Nina Sinclair sat
changing the meeting place from the suburbs to this restaurant. Nina had no objections
what kind of person Julian’s Grandma
when Nina’s thoughts were wandering, the
hair, pinned back with a
makeup, with simple pearl earrings. Despite the traces left by time on her face, one could still glimpse her youthful beauty. An
sat
first instinct was that this woman must be Julian’s
being so handsome, there must be genetic
restaurant and at first glance saw Nina sitting in the booth. Her sixth sense told her that she was the girl
to Nina, then sat down
first, "Are
Nina’s nervousness slightly eased, realizing that she wasn’t difficult to get
for her own Grandma, Nina couldn’t help but soften
Not a Good
Chapter 407: Not
Sinclair and Old Madam Lancaster getting along so well without
absence, Moira had secretly contacted
there no trace of
was even better than when Heidi Leighton
although in a foul mood, merely snorted and said
how this woman intended
evaporated after Old Madam Lancaster extended
brought out the gift she had prepared and handed it to Old Madam Lancaster, saying, "Grandma, this is a specialty I bought in Veridia.
is excellent, with its picturesque mountains and waters, known for its
was a selection of nourishing health products, perfect for gifting to the elderly. Although not very pricey, they
of bird’s nest, abalone, shark fins, sea cucumber, and they
liked what
the same Julian Lancaster often prepared for
run out, and due to the ongoing spat between Julian and Old Master Lancaster, where he was still mad and refused Julian’s overtures, it hadn’t been replenished. Now,
Madam Lancaster chuckled, saying, "Definitely not.
Madam Lancaster was
Old Master Lancaster, watching the monitor, asked, "Uncle Minh, what did that
been to Veridia and had
have servants fly to Veridia just to buy it. Young Master
recent cooling of ties with Julian
hasn’t even sent any
this woman could use it to endear
not
scheming was easily seen
Master Lancaster scowling at the monitor and silently thought, Master always praised Julian about the efficacy of those medicinal dishes, yet now even Nina Sinclair’s gift couldn’t appease him. Clearly, Julian and Nina Sinclair still have
snorted, "Let’s see what else
those words, he stared intently at the
Master Lancaster’s illness, and with some concern, asked Old Madam Lancaster, "Grandma, you said on the phone that Grandpa’s
flickered with a hint of guilt as she replied, "Yes, indeed. We’ve consulted many doctors,
younger years, causing significant
Invite the
Chapter 408:
Old Master Lancaster couldn’t hear what Nina Sinclair was saying. He could
and he furrowed his brows, saying to Uncle Ming behind him, "Arrange it immediately.
Ming was a bit helpless but quickly responded, "Alright, Master, I’ll try my best to
Ming
items to Nina Sinclair’s table, which contained a bugging device that could transmit the conversation between Nina Sinclair and Old Madam
could hear Nina Sinclair’s voice
know a friend, an expert in
Lancaster snorted lightly. As expected, Nina Sinclair was trying
Except for the Thatcher
curious to see how that
...
Lancaster’s condition, feared that she might slip and slightly exaggerated his condition to her
hearing this, Nina Sinclair
were quite formidable. She wondered
until next year. If it weren’t for their good relationship, he wouldn’t have helped her with her mother’s case. Thinking
to look at Julian Lancaster’s grandfather, even if it meant getting
who is excellent at managing some chronic conditions. I’ll help
Lancaster’s eyes showed a flicker of emotion upon hearing
she called, Nina Sinclair came to Crestfall after hearing about Julian Lancaster’s grandfather
years of observing people, Nina
by inviting a doctor? If she can really get someone from the Thatcher Family, then she’d be impressive, and I’d be convinced.
echoed, "Master, the head of the Thatcher Family, Joel Thatcher, does have impressive medical skills, but he is very prideful. I’ve sent several
Master Lancaster’s brows furrowed tightly; Joel Thatcher was indeed talented, and young folks tend to be a
409: Julian Lancaster’s Grandmother’s
Chapter 409:
his eyes upon hearing
a moment, he gently raised his hand and said, "No need, just let her come, so she can see
the Leighton Family, Nina Sinclair might take the hint and leave Julian Lancaster on her own, saving him the
After speaking, Old Master Lancaster stood
Old Madam Lancaster were still chatting, unaware
was afraid you wouldn’t want to come. Grandma still hopes you can go," Old
a request; how
and said, "I understand, I will go
one I sent you before. Call me when
Master Lancaster might have someone stop Nina Sinclair, gave her a heads up, planning to personally
"Okay, I understand."
she stood up and bid farewell to Nina Sinclair, and after she left, Nina Sinclair
Oh my God!
Julian’s grandma’s birthday?
at all, going to the banquet like this would
half a day left, where could she
she was tearing her
remaining money she had was from selling the ring last time, possibly
to buy was
Sinclair decided to first go and take a look, so she grabbed her things and headed
...
time, Marcus Walsh had just arrived in Crestfall
contacted. They still politely refused our request, saying we are on a waiting list for them to come and look after the Old Master’s health. There’s nothing they
Julian Lancaster frowned slightly.
a deep breath, this was the first time he saw someone so
only be considered upper-middle class in Crestfall, but their attitude
thought of something else and asked, "By the way, are you really going to announce at the Old Madam’s birthday banquet that
Lancaster was the future of the Lancaster
Lancaster looked up at Marcus Walsh, "Is
take care of Miss Sinclair’s traces and ensure no reporters find out about her to bother her."Chapter 410: Choosing a Birthday
410: Chapter 410: Choosing
Sinclair went straight to
chance Julian Lancaster’s relatives will attend his grandma’s birthday party, so she has to bring a decent gift,
are limited, and
for health and is also
his strained relationship with his grandpa, he might prevent her from attending the party. Yet
thought, Nina decided against calling
gift, make herself
market, Nina was dazzled
jewelry design, her research in this area is not profound, she’s only dabbled in
Thatcher’s call came
answered, "Joel, what’s
the hospital today?"
get through this,
asked, puzzled, "You’re shopping at the jade market? Hold on, I’m coming over
refuse, Joel had already hung
remembered Joel seems to have a fondness for jade, and it appears he has quite a collection
Joel asked,
gift." Nina introduced Julian Lancaster with this term for the first time, feeling a
shy expression, Joel frowned, his
feigned; does she really
yet still picking out a gift for another man — it’s
demeanor. After thinking for a while, she continued, "You arrived at just the right time, help me choose one, nothing too expensive, something reasonable. I
her bank card balance. She doesn’t
the ring last time, most of her funds go towards her mother, leaving her little. Now that Julian Lancaster’s grandma’s birthday is a significant event, she decided to allocate
the market, discovering that either the jade items are overpriced or of poor quality, plain and simple,
feeling helpless, said, "I have a few
another man’s family, Joel couldn’t bear to let her be swindled, so he
Don’t
411: Chapter 411: Don’t Be
Joel took out his private collection for her to choose
one, I’ll pay you." She took out her phone to
treating him like a mere business transaction, Joel’s eyes flickered, feeling
appeared precious to outsiders, but to him, they weren’t significant, even
transferred the money to Joel, and since it was for
to remember something, raised her head, and asked Joel, "By the way, do you have
that," Joel, though secretly pleased, didn’t show it in front of
my husband’s grandfather isn’t doing well. I want
natural it felt. Nina realized she could now say it
Joel: "..."
changed as he gritted his teeth
queue for treatment was entirely for Nina’s sake.
could
"Ah... sorry! I was just asking. If you’re busy, forget it.
I’m heading back now. I’ll treat you to a meal another day."
"Wait a moment!"
halted, "Hmm? Is there
said fiercely, "I can make time, bring him
He simply couldn’t
down, he’d open the back door for her. She was the only one he’d
said with delight, quickly
had been feeling a bit down earlier, seeing Nina’s cheerful face made Joel feel
"You mentioned attending a birthday
perhaps it’s because
out of concern for
this, Joel’s expression abruptly
412: Planting the Seeds of
Planting the Seeds
when she heard Joel Thatcher’s
you mean, my husband, what kind
continued, "Ordinary people don’t usually host a birthday banquet at Crimson Ridge Manor. You should think it over carefully; don’t let yourself
too easily deceived and couldn’t help but want
this and didn’t take it
Group. My husband works for him, so he must have some perks. Maybe he used
"What’s your husband’s name?"
out yesterday that Nina Sinclair was already married. He hadn’t asked for the man’s name then, but now he remembered he needed to
murmured, "He has the same name
much, and it was no wonder Joel Thatcher got so agitated earlier.
unrelated
suddenly, staring at Nina Sinclair and asking coldly, "Are you telling
didn’t speak, which was
said, "You’ve definitely been deceived! The name Julian
that unusual of a
his anger, and after a while, said, "Alright, it’s fine if you don’t believe it, but I can tell you
from Crestfall have been invited. Originally, when you said it was the man’s grandmother’s birthday, I
Sinclair’s expression changed dramatically, and she was
where is
business trip..." Nina Sinclair
his lips with ridicule, speaking with disappointment, "What a bogus business trip! Julian Lancaster might just be playing with you. Do you really
in displeasure upon hearing this, "He’s
her skull to see what was going on inside her
descendant would go on a business trip when their family member is celebrating a birthday?" he sneered. "You probably don’t know, but the Lancaster Family sent me an invitation. I politely declined, saying I had business. Later, I found out, guess what? The Lancaster Family plans to
Outcome
left Joel Thatcher’s residence with
Joel was just spouting nonsense, but upon careful reflection, she found the whole thing
and the probability of a namesake
him for the first time through Sharon Lancaster’s arrangement, and because of
it be that Sharon deceived
she was unworthy of Julian. If he indeed is that Julian Lancaster, his aunt’s words certainly have a
Sinclair was suddenly
with what Joel mentioned about the Lancaster
took out her phone,
she was mistaken, would he be angry at
a long time, she put the
she’ll find out at the
...
Crimson Ridge Manor.
arrived at the manor entrance on time, standing in an inconspicuous
and going, luxury cars gathered, and the scene was attended by
surely seemed like the Lancaster family’s birthday
Julian’s status, not to mention Joel said the entire area belonged to
is Julian really as he claims
but couldn’t catch sight of anyone resembling Julian, making her doubt whether she’d made
at the time and decided to call
already arrived at the place you mentioned." Nina paused
door and wait, I’ll send someone to meet
call was disconnected, leaving
is inside Crimson Ridge Manor, so Julian might indeed
put her phone away and headed straight to the back door of
the entrance of the manor, and Justin Leighton and Heidi Leighton got out.
she got off, she happened
go, Heidi furrowed her
Isn’t that Nina Sinclair?
is she here? Could it be Julian
announcing the engagement between their families, it’s impossible for Nina to
saw Heidi staring ahead and asked curiously,
her gaze and shook her head lightly,
Chad Rhodes, promptly greeted them
Lancaster instructed Chad to wait here for Justin Leighton, so he was specially at the
414: Attempting to Lay Hands
Attempting to Lay
the entrance, and there’s no
I
back door. What was that woman wearing? I’ll take people to check it out
smiled slightly, "Just simple jeans and a
I apologize for the oversight, please go ahead inside, I’ll take people to handle
left with
Leighton asked, "What’s
care about such trivial matters unless something was wrong. Her insistence on telling Chad about this must mean there
slightly as she said,
"Nina Sinclair?"
was just outside, perhaps trying to sneak
absolutely cannot let her in; if something happens, it won’t do your reputation any
to
two slowly walked
this time, Chad had already led people around the manor, searching for the woman Heidi had mentioned trying
reached the back door, he immediately saw Nina
and the security guards surrounded her, "Stop! What are you doing here, wandering around the manor?
Sinclair hadn’t dressed up, thinking it was just
her it was impossible, so her casual and relaxed appearance
said calmly, "I’m waiting for
sneak in, aren’t you? Women like you, I’ve seen plenty!" Chad said
Lancaster Family, what else would a woman like Nina be doing
people would enter through the main door, but she was sneaking around the back;
slightly, surprised at the man’s arrogance and rudeness, attempting
She certainly wouldn’t compromise.
she needed to confirm
"Who are
glanced at her disdainfully and said, "I’m the Lancaster
Chad reveal his
415: She Was Invited by
415: Chapter 415: She Was
in the direction of
with a handsome demeanor walk out, and
expected to
Lancaster left Zenith, Nina Sinclair hadn’t seen him. It had
former
walked towards Nina Sinclair and asked Chad Rhodes, "What happened? What are you
Vincent," Chad slightly adjusted his attitude upon seeing Vincent Lancaster, and said, "This woman tried to sneak in,
Nina Sinclair frowned deeply.
didn’t want any more involvement with
Goldenleaf Manor, which had left a significant impact on
gaze slowly fell on Nina Sinclair, and then he softly said, "I invited
someone you invited?" Chad exclaimed in
Vincent wasn’t
Master Vincent, I didn’t know she was your guest, my apologies!" Chad
Vincent
"Nina, why
of your business," Nina Sinclair replied
with Nina Sinclair’s attitude. He said, "Nina, I’ve already apologized to you. Can’t you forgive
had been busy investigating Julian Lancaster’s matters
finding Nina Sinclair to reconcile after figuring out things about Julian Lancaster, but unexpectedly he ran into her here, which was both
into Nina Sinclair’s eyes with tenderness and
over between us. You don’t need
found Vincent Lancaster somewhat annoying. She wanted to shake off this
really think
dumped Sierra when he found her useless and now he’s coming back to her. Did he really think
hadn’t told her to wait here, she wouldn’t
times together. Have you forgotten all the places we went to
Vincent still tried to use the past to
much with you. Could you please not show up in front of us? My
it’s because she had mentioned her husband so many times to Joel
she successfully
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middle-aged woman jogged over; she immediately spotted Nina Sinclair and headed straight toward her. "Excuse me, are you Miss
"Yes, I am."
"Please follow me."
shake off Vincent Lancaster’s entanglements, so she
Nina Sinclair
always by
paid
possibility, Vincent
is indeed Julian Lancaster, then his chances of getting back
help Nina Sinclair with something like this, knowing perfectly well
strode
...
Auntie
lobby, she inadvertently glanced inside and was greeted by a scene of elegance and refinement, bustling with toasts and
as distant as
follow me." Auntie An smiled kindly, speaking as she led Nina Sinclair
wanted to ask what
you don’t mind, just call me that. Do
be here today as well?" Nina Sinclair
the most beloved grandson of the Elder. He wouldn’t miss
overthinking? Of course, Julian
To
this moment, in
Lancaster was accompanying Old Madam Lancaster. She affectionately held the Old Madam’s arm, asking, "Grandma, is Grandpa really planning to announce Big Brother’s engagement with the
old man’s stubborn and won’t
this,
her brother; otherwise, now it might
Lancaster thought of how Sharon knew Nina Sinclair, so she had Sharon come to the lounge. She didn’t expect that the girl would pull her along asking all sorts of
has arrived, the engagement
a knock on the lounge door, and Auntie An’s voice came from outside, "Old Madam,
"Let her in quickly."
hearing the words "Miss Sinclair," Sharon Lancaster
moment the door opened and she saw Nina Sinclair, her soul practically left her
Sinclair end up here? WhChapter 417:
417: Chapter 417: Wishes Will Not
Lancaster awkwardly smiled and forced herself to say, "I’m here to celebrate
brother’s identity is going to be
and full of scrutiny, as if trying
Sharon come to celebrate
Julian’s sister, and Grandma Lancaster is their grandma, so that’s why Sharon
was deceived by Julian Lancaster, then Sharon is the
met Julian Lancaster because of
found it hard
at her that way, Sharon felt inexplicably flustered, as
firmly explained, "I just happened to be in Crestfall, so I came to
Nina would believe such a lousy
Sinclair’s tightly knitted brows
to trust Sharon for
she had been betrayed by her lotus sister Sierra Sinclair, Sierra
what Nina was thinking, she would probably die
Sharon quickly changed the subject, asking, "Nina, didn’t you say you were in Crestfall to visit your mother?
was Julian’s grandma who asked
Hiss ——
gasped, almost unable to discern who Nina was referring to
hopefully not be her
Sinclair, you’re here. Sorry I didn’t
waved to Auntie An, "Auntie An,
responded and stepped
dressed rather casually today, so she
at Sharon and ordered, "Sharon, you’re familiar with Miss Sinclair, go with
Julian, but now that Old Madam Lancaster wanted her to accompany Nina, she had no
only take things
Sharon leaving, Old Madam Lancaster felt
an ordinary girl in such a setting, they would be timid and very reserved, but Nina
not as bad as the old
...
finished dressing, heading towards the villa’s main hall, they suddenly saw a familiar figure in
person ahead, Nina’s
exclaimed, "Joel, why are you
be that Joel also felt uneasy about her situation
was still peeking around for Julian, and upon hearing Nina’s intimate address,
of them, and her eyes grew even
Is About
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next to Nina Sinclair, even though he
Nina Sinclair, revealing an
was the Nina Sinclair of his dreams, proud and beautiful, an irresistible Nina Sinclair. She was a pearl covered in dust, destined to
might be Julian Lancaster, he had a faint sense of foreboding,
gaze and felt
giving Nina Sinclair? It was definitely not a look between good friends; it felt like a man looking at a
cautiously, "Who are
chuckled lightly and continued, "good
enough, he hoped to change the term ’good friend’
with a smile.
absolutely certain that this man had an
brother’s rival had
to Joel Thatcher, who nodded, then said to Nina Sinclair, "Nina, I have something to attend
the man turned and
he left, Sharon hastily pulled Nina Sinclair aside and bombarded her with questions: "Nina, who was that? How come you never
hadn’t revealed his name, and Nina called him by his nickname. Sharon had no idea that the person her parents
"He’s my neighbor’s brother. We grew up together. When I left Crestfall, I cut off contact with
felt a bit foolish; she could have distanced herself from the Sinclair family without losing touch with a good friend like
help her when her mother faced a turning point; otherwise, she wouldn’t know what
were back to being good
Sharon understood Joel’s
on earth was her
stolen,
to quickly find her brother and tell
...
Sinclair was in the vicinity. He was holding a wine glass, drinking with
Julian Lancaster, curiously asking, "Did you really not bring Nina with you? Julian, I heard your grandfather seems to be up to something.
a focal point. Louis happened to know a bit of inside information because his father had just heard it from Elder Lancaster and urged him to quickly
from Crestfall and Veridia didn’t interest him at
Quinn scanned the crowd but didn’t see Sharon
Compare Xiao Ning
419: Don’t Compare Xiao Ning to
raised his eyes and saw a graceful
young ladies, who just exclaimed over something she
this for you." Louis Quinn clicked
some
Heidi Leighton couldn’t measure up
Quinn sheepishly fell
defensive stance towards his wife, if Louis weren’t familiar
...
were laughing and
but because of the presence of the Thatcher Family members around her,
known that their families went to great lengths to invite the Thatchers
don’t
connect with the Thatchers through Heidi Leighton, for the sake of
the Thatcher Family didn’t amount to much in Crestfall, and they were generally ignored; now they’ve reached such a status
mistake earlier and was expelled by Joel Thatcher from the Thatcher Family, making her a homeless
are rather
learning that Heidi Leighton was about to marry into the Lancaster Family, Jessica Thatcher
two barely met two or three times yet were
Leighton thought she’d enlisted the Thatcher Family’s help, but Jessica Thatcher, seeking her own advantage, didn’t disclose her situation to Heidi, planning to
felt quite delighted seeing
attention to her
friend, become even more celebrated? What difference would it make if she was expelled from the Thatcher Family? She could still live a glorious
to Heidi Leighton,
moment her words
their news? Could Heidi Leighton have some sort of relationship with
the
Old Madam Lancaster’s birthday party, many had come with the intention of currying favor with the Lancaster Family; Julian Lancaster, the future head
420: It’s
Chapter 420:
glanced at the heiress who asked the question, blinked, and then
on, how can we guess
there are so many people in the Lancaster Family,
they still subconsciously
Lancasters of the side rooms to the young masters of the collateral branches, they almost guessed everyone, yet Heidi Leighton continued to
and position were not ones that ordinary people could aspire
was Jessica
smiled and said, "Heidi, stop teasing
Thatcher proudly announced, "Actually, the one
actually
disbelief,
beyond their expectations. From what they heard, Heidi Leighton seemed to be the future granddaughter-in-law
still under Old Master Lancaster’s control, and since Heidi Leighton was acknowledged by him, it was probably already
who were dressed in all their glamor, wore expressions
favor, they could
the heiresses’ faces, Heidi Leighton’s lips curved into a slight smile, feeling immensely
Thatcher looked at Heidi Leighton and teased with a smile, "Madam Lancaster, don’t make others too envious now; everyone wants to be the woman by Julian Lancaster’s side, and you’re
scolding Jessica Thatcher, but not
hush suddenly fell at the
Sinclair and Sharon Lancaster stepped out gracefully in
flawless and exquisite face was
originally beautiful, but with this meticulous dressing, the impact
and smooth as white jade, complemented by a perfectly fitting gown, she moved through the space with an exceptionally graceful
have been prepared, having arranged for a professional team to enhance Nina Sinclair’s beauty even further. With this
Lancaster and the others weren’t very familiar with her, only feeling that both
to give her brother a heads-up, to let him know Nina Sinclair had arrived, so he could be prepared and
Lancaster was still nowhere to be seen.Chapter 421: Identity
Chapter 421: Identity
this moment, Julian Lancaster had
of Nina Sinclair’s figure, then swiftly avoided her so that she
comment, "Was that Nina Sinclair just now? Didn’t you say Miss Sinclair wouldn’t come? Why is she here now? Isn’t your identity going
Julian Lancaster
was nothing to attend to today and had specifically asked Marcus Walsh to
him, catching him completely off guard, with not a
said in a deep voice, "Sinclair wasn’t brought
Couldn’t have come by herself, right? It’s highly unlikely that Sharon brought her, she
be she discovered your identity and came here specifically to settle scores with you? Tsk tsk tsk... Did you just suffer a major
Quinn’s words, Julian Lancaster’s
would certainly call him, and there
Lancaster took out his phone and
"President Lancaster."
have ten minutes; come to Crimson Ridge Manor immediately, your year-end bonus will
"Huh? Ten... ten minutes?"
possibly make it in ten minutes, as if it would be the end of him. But upon hearing about the tripled bonus, he swallowed all his words and agreed without hesitation, "Alright, alright, I’m heading
had to rush desperately, he would reach Crimson Ridge
Mrs. Lancaster, instructing them not to show up at the manor
readily agreed without a word.
think of something and furrowed his brows slightly, raising his eyes to look at
Louis Quinn: "???"
no loyalty when it
real estate seller like him
does seem a bit illogical; someone of his status wouldn’t really be likely to enter such an
progress with Sharon
Lancaster and decided he’d better curry favor with this future brother-in-law
thoughts in mind, Louis Quinn still decided to give Julian Lancaster some face, and left silently. Anyway, the awful man who hurt
...
to encounter Nina Sinclair
her. Unexpectedly, she saw Nina Sinclair in glamorous attire appear before her, and her face immediately turned
422: Is President Lancaster Julian
Chapter 422: Is President
of privilege began to react and
that woman? She
of them are great, but I haven’t seen them before.
Sinclair and Sharon Lancaster, Heidi Leighton’s expression
lightly and said, "Are they that pretty? What good is beauty alone without a proper husband’s family? They might still
impressive; not only is she beautiful, but she also managed
felt much more at ease upon
and Julian Lancaster have dealings? In these wealthy family circles, the
Lancaster chose her because
at today’s birthday banquet
What does it matter how she’s dressed? She’ll just be a
it, Heidi Leighton’s
grace and grandeur of the true wife; such a distinguished man as Julian will attract many women in the
...
by, and the birthday banquet
at the venue for a long time yet still hadn’t seen Julian Lancaster. Instead, she saw
banquet was not one that someone like Julian
she felt that if Sharon had
at Sharon Lancaster, seeing her calm
doubts deepened, and her
be that she was overthinking
reality, Sharon Lancaster’s heart was in turmoil, yet with Nina Sinclair right beside her, she couldn’t alert Julian Lancaster or dare to leave Nina’s side
brother hadn’t
Sinclair had arrived, Sharon thought, feeling somewhat more at
assistant, Uncle Ming, served as both the organizer and master of ceremonies
"Dear guests, welcome to the birthday banquet. Next, let us
words fell, lively music began to play, and everyone turned
immediately pulled herself from her thoughts, fixed her gaze intently on the
of the banquet... Will Julian
Straight to My
423: Straight to
Lancaster and Old Madam Lancaster walked out together. Immediately, many people
Nina Sinclair couldn’t
Old Master Lancaster, there were
furrowed her brows
on? Did President
could think more, Sharon Lancaster already
holding wine
when he saw Nina Sinclair earlier, but in this kind of situation, he couldn’t
would announce the engagement between their two families, at that time this woman wouldn’t
Lancaster and Old Madam Lancaster come out now, he quickly
many people around, inviting the Thatcher Family over will make everyone look at you in higher regard. Don’t worry too much about that woman, as long as you win the favor of Elder
graceful smile on her face, walking
Master Lancaster and Old Madam Lancaster were surrounded by many people, presenting
gifts appeared one after another,
the gifts be received, and thanked everyone with
"This is a scripture for longevity that I personally copied, and it was offered at Vanyasa Temple for three days where Master Yuanhui blessed it for protection and longevity. It’s a
Lancaster, hearing this, showed a satisfied expression.
thoughtful, even personally copying the longevity scripture. Young people nowadays are often impatient, few have
out a master in Crestfall, certainly making such
It’s indeed admirable!
Master Lancaster turned to Old Madam Lancaster, speaking warmly: "Look how thoughtful Heidi is. I think this
Madam Lancaster liked Nina Sinclair, Old Master Lancaster deliberately said this in her
delight, a smile barely contained at the corner of her lips, "As long as Elder Lancaster is not displeased."Chapter 424: Not as
Good as the
gaze moved towards her
pristine and translucent, like
started whispering
you can’t buy a heart’s desire
are even more valuable, yet none have caught Old Madam Lancaster’s favor, we need to pay more attention to her preferences in
it’s the person giving the gift who has won Old Madam’s affection, so she likes
is, to receive such praise from Old
her face
Lancaster to say that in
gift was not
many years and would chant scriptures and pray on the first and fifteenth day of every lunar month, often seeking out Master Yuanhui for blessings, which is
this moment, just as Sharon Lancaster was pulling
of what she gave was elevated to such a
was now basking in radiant glory, becoming the object of
purpose, to make her look good
with sharp eyes, spotted Nina
longer cared what Julian was truly
Leighton stood where she was,
understood one thing, it seemed Old
like Nina Sinclair,
using all her strength
that moment, Old Madam Lancaster’s dear friend took her hand, stared carefully at the bracelet on her wrist, and praised, "Oh my, Moira, your bracelet is so lovely, its luster looks even better
this did Old
now, yet she still gifted something
embarrassed, "Nina, did you spend a lot on this bracelet?
her hand, "No
from Joel Thatcher, using her savings, so it wasn’t too much of an expense.Chapter 425: Where Did
Chapter 425: Where Did You Get
again looked at the
it, I recall this bracelet was
masterpiece, blessed by Master Yuanhui himself, and also crafted by the Master’s hands to fetch such a price. It seems it
by Master Yuanhui, wearing it on your
after all, you can
...
expect the birthday gift she sent to be overshadowed by Nina Sinclair, and now people even thought that the Buddhist scripture she gifted
these people say just
bracelet was
involved with the Thatcher Family? Even if she bought it from them, where
be
she feigned confusion and asked, "Nina Sinclair, it turns out this jade bracelet is so valuable, fifty million is no small amount. I wonder where did you get the money? Someone just mentioned this bracelet was bought at auction by
expression
when buying it, and Joel Thatcher hadn’t mentioned anything. It seemed like it wasn’t supposed to be anything significant, that’s why she
thought, a random jade bracelet from Joel
the jade bracelet was bought for
Master Lancaster’s face turned instantly grave upon hearing Heidi
any good, daring to buy a counterfeit as a
wouldn’t Moira be ridiculed when
Family needs to
Master Lancaster directed an icy gaze at Nina Sinclair, his
Sinclair remain silent, Heidi Leighton smirked,
"Nina Sinclair, it would have been better to give something inexpensive. But now presenting this
or accusatory,
grew darker the longer
glanced at Old Madam Lancaster and gritted his teeth, saying, "Hurry and take off that bracelet, waiting
looked at
to her, she liked it very much, and after wearing it, she almost couldn’t bear
told to remove it, she felt reluctant.
you take a look at this
Florence responded and put on her reading glasses.Chapter
A Woman with
not right to wear them! Who knows what kind of chemicals were
grunted, "Giving a harmful birthday gift,
he turned to the man beside him, Uncle Ming, and said, "We can’t afford to host such a
they wanted
showed happy smiles, finally getting rid
way, it wouldn’t affect their
about to jump out and speak for Nina Sinclair, when suddenly a stern voice rang out,
and turned towards the source of the
elder with graying hair looking quizzically at the bracelet on Old Madam Lancaster’s wrist. Someone recognized him as Old Mr. Luo, a grandmaster who loved
on him, simply said, "When Family Head Thatcher purchased the Green Hills and Blue Waters, I had the chance to see it. Madam, would you mind taking it off for me to look at? I can verify whether
the bracelet and handed
out a magnifying glass from his
him to authenticate the bracelet, and the scene was
clenched her hand tightly, unsure why someone suddenly spoke up. Thinking of Nina Sinclair’s identity, she quickly
couldn’t be
Sinclair couldn’t
confidently said, "This Green Hills and
words fell, everyone around showed expressions of surprise, seemingly unable to
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