LOGINThe situation between Yvonne and Lucas was nothing like what the internet claimed. Though they were called business partners, their power was far from equal. Yvonne’s success relied heavily on the Carter family. On paper, they were collaborators, but in truth, it was the Carters who had been supporting the Songs all along. After all, their families had a long-standing connection. That was why Lucas chose not to confront her directly, instead asking Edwin to pass the message along. He still had to respect the elders from both families.“I understand what you mean. I’ll let her know,” Edwin replied.Hearing that, Lucas didn’t press further. “I’ll be in Bustin City soon. So, you’d better make sure she doesn’t say anything reckless, especially in front of me.”His tone grew colder, and even through the phone, Edwin could sense his anger. Had they been speaking face to face, Lucas probably would’ve lost his temper already.Edwin knew exactly what his nephew’s temperament was like. The
Lucas let out a cold laugh. “For the sake of our years of partnership, I’ll let this slide. But if it happens again, I won’t forgive her. I’m telling you now, and I’ll be calling her later to make it clear.”Edwin’s expression darkened slightly. He tried to sound tactful. “Lucas, you’ve worked together for years. Don’t you think this might be a bit harsh?”“What’s harsh about it? Did she consider how Aurora or I would feel before she acted?”Lucas’ voice was sharp and firm. “Uncle, don’t forget, Aurora is my wife. Should I not defend her in public and instead defend a business partner?”Hearing that, Edwin didn’t know what to say.So, in Lucas’ mind, Yvonne was nothing more than a partner.Did she really mean nothing else to him?From Yvonne’s perspective, that truth would be painful. She had stayed by his side for years, remained single, and rejected countless suitors, all for him.Yet now, in Lucas’ eyes, she was just a regular collaborator.Edwin couldn’t tell whether he felt reliev
Desmond was still processing everything. He had assumed Lucas would at least go home to rest first, not rush out so urgently.But after thinking about it, it did make sense.Yvonne was assertive, and there was no telling if Aurora might get hurt in any way.Desmond hadn’t interacted much with Yvonne recently, most of his dealings had been with Aurora.At the very least, he had a good impression of her.When Aurora was around, Lucas never made things difficult for them.But when Yvonne was involved, Lucas always did things his own way. The two of them were just business partners.Between the two women, Desmond actually preferred Aurora. He didn’t want anything bad to happen to her.So, he naturally chose to look at the situation from Lucas’ perspective.After all, Aurora brought real value to the company, whereas Yvonne was just a collaborator.The company could always have many partners, but there was only one Aurora.Desmond had always been clear about that distinction.It was precise
Lucas noticed the hesitation on Desmond’s face and frowned. “What’s wrong with you? You look like you have something to say but can’t get it out.”“I don’t know if I should say it,” Desmond admitted.Lucas let out a cold scoff. “Don’t keep things bottled up. If you keep acting so hesitant, how do you expect to accomplish anything like that?”Desmond was speechless.So much for trying to be considerate—he’d only ended up being scolded for it. Was it wrong to care about his boss’ mood?In the end, Desmond gave up.He simply handed his phone to Lucas. “Sir, it’s not that I was hesitating. I just didn’t know how to bring this up to you.”He hadn’t expected Yvonne to be so bold, openly challenging Lucas’ authority online.Even though Lucas and Aurora hadn’t officially announced their relationship, everyone in their circle already knew about it.Clearly, Yvonne didn’t take it seriously at all. She must have no idea how important Aurora really was to him.Lucas took the phone and glanced thro
Vanguard Group.Lucas sat in his office, focused on reviewing the latest documents.What Yvonne had said about him going to Bustin City was true—his travel plan was real.After Aurora left, he had already made up his mind; he didn’t want to stay too far from her.If he lived nearby, she could reach him immediately whenever she needed anything.Lucas kept urging Desmond to finalize all the work for the next four days and to book a hotel in Bustin City as well.Desmond could only agree helplessly.He knew full well that Lucas was doing all this for Aurora.It was because Lucas wanted to clear his schedule so he could spend those days by her side without distraction.But that also meant trouble for him.He now had to rush through all the pending tasks.“Mr. Carter, trying to finish all this work might be a bit difficult,” Desmond said after some thought, choosing his words carefully.He knew exactly why Lucas was pushing this hard, but the workload was enormous. Trying to complete four da
Yvonne put on a modest front. “Don’t say things like that. He and I are just business partners. I came back only to see what kind of woman he chose to marry.”Edwin smiled faintly, saying nothing more.He knew Yvonne too well. For all her words, curiosity had clearly brought her back.Otherwise, why would she abandon her thriving company overseas and suddenly return?If not for Lucas, she probably wouldn’t have come back at all.Her career abroad was far more promising, and her foundation was firmly established there.For her to return now, it had to mean something significant.Thinking of what had just happened, Edwin turned to her and said, “Aren’t you worried Lucas might come after you for what you just said?”After all, Aurora was now officially the Carter family’s daughter-in-law, and her identity was public.If anyone chose to stir trouble, Yvonne’s words just now could easily be seen as an insult to the Carters.But Yvonne didn’t seem the least bit concerned.If she dared to act







