No Strings Attached

lan's voice was hoarse as he spoke, "Alright, try to minimize the losses. Don't let this affect the Campbell and the York families."

Brodie glanced at him. "It's already affected them. The stocks of both Campbell Enterprises and York Corporation hit their limit down at the market opening this morning. Your affair with Clara has been dug up and spread all over the internet. The York and the Campbell families are Clara's maternal homes, and many netizens are pointing their fingers at them. Additionally, Edwin and James stepped up early on to vouch for Hayes Corporation, so they've all been implicated. Other projects have also pulled out because of this scandal, causing both families to lose over ten billion combined." S~ᴇaʀᴄh the FɪndNøvel.ɴet website on Gøøglᴇ to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

lan pinched the bridge of his nose, speaking in a deep voice, "What can we do to prevent them from being implicated?"

A dark shade flashed in Brodie's narrow eyes. "You and Clara are husband and wife. Some people are specifically using this to create stories. Their aim is quite simple: to drive a wedge between you. They know Clara is your weakness, so they keep stabbing you there. Their ultimate goal is to break you down mentally, thereby gaining control over Hayes Corporation."

heard this analysis, a wicked smile appeared on his lips. "They think they can separate me and Clara? That's never going to happen in this lifetime! I'll definitely find a way to save the Hayes

and stood up

been fast asleep. However, when he pushed open the bedroom door, he saw Clara staring at

closed her laptop. The tension on her face immediately gave way

thought you had forgotten about us."

and kissed her on the face. His voice was low and husky. "I'm sorry I've made you worry." Clara shook her head with a smile. "I

ear with his fingertips. His dark eyes filled with guilt as he looked at her. "Clara, is it hard being with me? Not only have I hurt you so many times, but now your family is also implicated