The CEO's Empathy Pregnancy Pains

Chapter 511 Arrival at the Cemetery

"What do you mean by this?" Celeste's face turned pale. She hadn't expected Michael to come here just to pick a fight.

"Celeste, don't get me wrong. I'm just being upfront."

"Smith Corporation has always been careful about choosing partners. You know, you represent the Lancaster family, and Dean is your nephew. The relationship between you two is pretty tight. A few days ago..."

Michael didn't need to finish; Celeste already knew what he was getting at.

This was exactly what she feared, and Michael just had to bring it up.

In a moment of panic, Celeste stood up abruptly. "I have nothing to do with Dean!"

The atmosphere in the conference room instantly became tense.

Michael didn't respond, but a slight smile played on his lips. Veda watched coldly, as if enjoying Celeste's performance.

Celeste was smart enough to realize she had misspoken in her haste. She quickly corrected herself.

"I mean, Dean never listens to me. In his eyes, I'm just a figurehead! So, I no longer acknowledge any familial relationship with him. Mr. Smith, you can rest assured!"

Michael remained noncommittal, his tone indifferent. "Just because you don't acknowledge it doesn't mean it doesn't exist. The familial ties are still there. Besides, this is your family matter, and it's not my place to interfere."

"But there's one thing I can tell you. As long as Dean hasn't been apprehended, I won't have any dealings with the Lancaster family. Celeste, I hope you understand."

With that, Michael stood up to leave.

Veda was ready to follow.

She had nothing to say to someone as cold-hearted as Celeste.

Archibald was still willing to take the responsibility.

But Celeste just wanted to sever ties with Archibald and Dean to collaborate with Smith Corporation. While it was understandable to look out for herself, her eagerness to cut family ties was chilling.

Once Michael made up his mind, there was no room for negotiation.

Celeste had heard that despite his youth, Michael was decisive and strategic. Otherwise, he wouldn't have managed Smith Corporation so successfully.

Now it seemed his reputation was well-deserved.

"Mr. Smith!" She knew it was futile to persist, so she suppressed her resentment and forced a smile. "Mr. Smith, you're right. I'll handle the Lancaster family matters. I hope Smith Corporation can give us a chance."

hint of helplessness and

the brink without giving

"Show her out."

Michael's instruction, Veda immediately addressed Celeste. "This way,

disrespectful attitude, Celeste grabbed her handbag,

fumed, 'I'll never forget

all, an elder. To be treated so poorly today was like a

Dean's fault. If he hadn't caused such trouble, she wouldn't

might not have deep roots in Emerald City, but they were well- known

no worry about not getting a chance to

she had no choice but to bow her head. [I'm fine. I hope everything goes well for you

finally replied to

just returned home from shopping with Abigail when her phone buzzed with a series of

with warm and

gradually realized Archibald's feelings for her, but

all, she had unintentionally rejected

a friend,

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put down her phone, and looked out the

[I know. I'm fine. I'm going to visit

if Dean shows up tomorrow, I'll bring him back to Emerald City.

A promise to her?

message weighed heavily

she asked

just wanted get justice for Smith

didn't want to

some thought, Emily decided not to

wasn't one for empty gestures, nor would he betray his principles for

would bring Dean back, he would find a

had nothing to do

emotions, knowing she was already too involved in this matter. She decided to step

at his phone screen,

five minutes

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because