Jason looked deeply into Corinne’s eyes. “You and Jeremy aren’t legally married. The wedding you had was just something you did to appease his grandfather. You didn’t even invite the important elders to witness the marriage.

“You’re actually helping out with his family when you’re even his legal wife. One day, they’re going to kick you out of the house once they’ve squeezed every drop of usefulness out of you. Then, you’ll be left with nothing.”

Corinne finished typing the last word on the document and clicked ‘save’. She yawned lazily and turned to Jason. “So you think the only reason I’m helping out the Holdens is because I want a piece of their family fortune?”

Jason shook his head. “Of course, I don’t think that. But you’re going to be sad after they use you and lose you.”

Corinne obviously did not agree with him. “It doesn’t matter if they’re using me or I’m not legally married to Jeremy. All I care about is to keep the company running so that I can give it back to him in one piece once he’s found.”

Jason stared at her in silent shock. ‘I’ve forgotten that she’s not the type of foolish woman who willingly sacrifices herself without wanting anything in return. She always knows what she’s doing and her reason for doing it. That’s why she’s not afraid of being used by others.’

would not call Corinne smart for doing that. Then again, her pureness was what attracted him in

the topic. “As long as you know what you’re doing. Anyway, I’ve come to show my support to you on your first day as president of Holden Group. Are you free after work? How

took a sip of her mineral water and said ruthlessly, “Nope. I’m not

“Don’t worry. It’s not going to be just

not free. I need to pick up the kids

you taking on just a little too much? Not only do you have to run the company, but you have to

after them. It’s just that I’ve promised to take them to the theme

I see. That’s good to hear.” Disappointed, Jason decided to change his tactic. “Hey, it’s been a long time since I saw the kids. Can I join you all at the

glance. “Mister Jason, you should really

You’re not going to watch three kids by yourself, are you? If I’ve guessed correctly, you’ll take Francine along with you, right? Corinne, you’d let me go if you really see me as a friend. Plus, it’s been so long since I’ve been to the theme park. Now, thanks to the kids, I can

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