While taking a moment to use the restroom, Francesca called Chris.“Prof. Rane’s surgery this time is very important. The patient’s family relationships are complicated, and there’s also a business collaboration involved, so everything has to be handled carefully. I originally planned to go back to check, but now I’m still in Oscar’s office.”Chris had been reviewing the patient’s files and, hearing this, he looked up at the computer screen to check the time.Francesca had a lot on her plate, and with their upcoming business trip, some documents needed Chris’s signature before they left.She had been running around all day and rarely had time to sit in the office and chat with Chris, so he hadn’t had a chance to discuss the matter with her earlier.Unexpectedly, Francesca was meeting with Oscar again so soon.The frequency of these meetings seemed a bit excessive.“Oscar isn’t the type to deliberately make things difficult. If there’s any problem, just talk to him about it. When
Seeing Chris react, Jessica turned her head to look at him, curiously watching him for a while before Chris came out from the kitchen, holding a spatula in his hand.“What’s wrong?” asked Jessica.She liked the way Chris looked and instinctively wanted to lean over and give him a kiss, but Chris smelled of cooking oil and smoke.Not wanting her to catch the smell, he stepped back slightly.“What did Francesca say? Every time she goes to the Wilder Group, she has to wait so long in Oscar’s office?” Chris glanced at Jessica.“Not only that, I heard that many steps that usually don’t require procedures become complicated when it’s Francesca’s turn. Is Oscar doing this on purpose? Does he dislike Francesca?”Hearing this, Jessica paused for a moment, then smiled.She had heard about this from Maggie.Recently, Maggie had been working closely with Oscar and often went out to meet clients together.It was said that every time Oscar received a call from Francesca, he would ramble on
Francesca, who had already been promoted to vice CEO, now had her own office, directly across from Chris.But most of the time, Chris was downstairs, either seeing patients, performing surgeries, or doing rounds.The office was empty, and Francesca was there alone.Francesca had long been accustomed to handling work by herself and did not feel lonely.For her, it was both a challenge and a sign of trust.Whether for Jessica or Chris, Francesca was determined to safeguard the Summit Infirmary diligently.“The trial phase for the new drug has ended. After its release, the first batch of users has already exceeded twenty people. According to the requirements from the pharmaceutical group, we are still controlling data regarding the drug users. Logan is following up on this, though I see him carrying a notebook every day and have no idea what he’s writing.”Chris was reviewing the efficacy data for the new drug.Hearing this, he looked up at Francesca and smiled.“This is part of
Chris and Jessica exchanged a glance and both smiled.The phone was on loudspeaker, so Jessica could hear everything.She laughed and called out to her grandfather on the phone, “Grandpa, is Uncle Hugh really going to marry Joelyn, or are they just dating? Does Grandpa Ian know? Grandma must be thrilled.”This year had been full of happy events for the Jameson family.First, their only daughter’s grandson returned, and shortly after, his wife became pregnant.Even if the child wouldn’t remain in the Jameson family, it was still their bloodline.Hugh, who had spent so many years without a woman around, had quietly started seeing Joelyn, and she had even said she wanted to get married.In fact, Rebecca could see some signs, which is why she encouraged Jessica to take Joelyn away.Some people don’t realize the importance of someone they’re always with; only separation can test whether it’s true love.So Rebecca fully supported Joelyn going to work at the Wilder Group.But it was
Jaden nodded in acknowledgment.“Early this morning it was delivered, and Blake personally received it. Around noon, Indya called to express his thanks and also told me that someone had already checked on me, asking whether Calum should come to protect me.”Jaden smiled. “Calum returned to the country specifically to take care of Indya. I’m a grown man; I don’t need protection.”Collin frowned and said, “You still can’t be careless. Michael is the kind of person who likes to play tricks. Otherwise, how could someone as clever as Indya still run into trouble? From now on, you need someone to accompany you everywhere. And you’ll also need to use those people in the company.”“All right, got it. Let’s go back.”Inside the room, Jessica had almost finished eating.Her appetite hadn’t been very good these past few days.The table was filled with dishes she usually liked, but she hadn’t eaten much.Surprisingly, she ate half a fish that she normally never touched.Chris kept his hea
Was this a threat?Collin thought for a moment and felt that was indeed the intention.He couldn’t help but let out a laugh and made a gesture of invitation.“If you don’t want to cooperate, leave now. I’d even be a little thankful. I’m just saying you’re stupid. So, what do you say—want to go?”The business partner was furious, but he couldn’t leave.The deal wasn’t finalized yet—how could he walk away?Mr. Hall had already arranged everything.Now they were just waiting for Mason’s money to come in.If the contract wasn’t signed today, he wouldn’t need to return anyway.The business partner swallowed hard and said, “Mr. Phillips, I know you don’t have a good relationship isn’t good. Honestly, Mr. Phillips is cooperating with us just to get at you. Since that’s the case, you also know my purpose. Why not let me cooperate with Mr. Phillips? It would be all benefit, no harm, for you!”Seeing that he couldn’t fool Collin, Francis Cook had no choice but to speak his mind.He sa