The CEO's Empathy Pregnancy Pains

Chapter 160 An Awkward Situation

Emily asked, "So, back then, it was just Michael and Bryan running the Smith Corporation on their own?"

Emily was floored. She had only planned to visit the Smith Mansion to see Mason and Veda, but she stumbled upon some jaw-dropping news.

This news finally made Emily understand why Michael was so furious last night.

Veda nodded, "Yeah, Bryan could've backed out before the agreement was signed. If he had, Michael wouldn't have been stuck with all those penalties. Six million dollars! And Michael was only eighteen."

"Not only that, he started the Smith Corporation from scratch, which means he was just a high school senior with no money. Imagine being hit with a six-million-dollar debt at that age. And Bryan? He just skipped town! Honestly, Michael shouldn't forgive him; he should demand compensation for emotional distress!"

The room fell silent, the tension thick in the air. Emily's face was a mix of emotions, her mind a whirlwind of thoughts.

Yeah, just like Veda said. Michael was only eighteen, trying to break away from his family and start fresh with his best friend. But his friend betrayed him, leaving him with a massive debt.

How did Michael get through it back then? Emily couldn't know, nor could she judge Michael for being cold and ruthless.

Thinking about it, Emily felt a deep sadness. She was sad for misunderstanding Michael and for blaming him so suddenly. Just then, her phone rang.

"I'm at the Smith Mansion," Emily said, feeling a bit guilty and unsure how to face Michael.

"I know," came the cold reply from the other end.

"I'm coming back right now," Emily said, thinking Michael was calling to rush her.

Michael replied, "No need, I'm right outside the Smith Mansion. Come out."

Emily said, "But I haven't changed into my dress yet."

Michael replied, "I brought it for you."

of the white dress from yesterday. She blinked, listening to the call end, and

you should also go back inside and get ready. Once you're done, call Daniel to pick you up. Sometimes, when faced with an opportunity, you have to seize it. Because if you let it

she spoke, Emily's expression gradually dimmed. Indeed, just like her

Emily increasingly believe that perhaps forced happiness would eventually

to be his date, and you're

this, Emily squeezed

smiled

Outside the Smith Mansion.

car parked at the entrance, not the Maybach that

she walked over

Michael was in the driver's

hit Emerald Lake Manor first. I need to change." Michael, looking all serious, just

saw a big bag back

it was the pink dress she had admired in the wardrobe

"You..." Emily started.

off, "Put it on. I know

seemed to be speaking in

different person, not joking

so quiet, Emily felt the pressure. She took a deep breath and asked, "Where should

Michael still didn't answer.

Emily didn't expect mentioning Bryan would get

waiting for Michael to respond, Emily couldn't help but think about

don't know, I used to like Bryan a lot. He was smart, came from a good family... but mainly because he

couldn't stand him. Every time I mentioned Bryan, he looked like he was going to explode. After that, I gave up. I care about Michael a lot, and

Emily felt quite helpless. She wasn't aware of what happened between him and Bryan. Previously, she had only heard Jessica

Emily couldn't hold it in any longer and looked directly at

Michael slammed on the brakes, startling Emily.

has a special single-layer film.

that, Michael unbuckled his seatbelt and got