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After that, Kyle clapped his hands.Immediately, several people came in carrying stacks of accountsโfar exceeding the number of files that Aspen tried to use to smear Mason the day before."Mason, what is the meaning of this? Are you trying to dig up my old scores?" Aspen's expression darkened.This was clearly something he hadn't expected. He had thought Mason would throw a fit at most. Since it was obvious Rosanna was going to take the fall, Aspen had thought the issue would be resolved with Rosanna being a scapegoat in front of everyone.But he never expected Mason to aim the knife at his throat this time."Mr. Aspen, you're mistaken. I'm thinking of impeaching you at the shareholders' meeting right now." Kyle raised his voice. "Aren't all the shareholders upset about the losses from the stock crash this time? Just look at all the accounts that have been ruined by Mr. Aspen in just these past five years."Kyle continued, "The total amount of losses is terrifying. It far exceed
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Mason calling for the police didn't just shock Aspen and Rosanna, but all the other shareholders in the conference room as well."Did I hear that right? Mr. Mason wants to report this to the police?""Yesโฆ""Looks like Mr. Aspen and Rosanna really dug their own graves this time."Rosanna's sobbing suddenly stopped as she looked at Mason in shock. "Mason, what did you just say? We're your aunt and uncle. Do you think the family would agree to you calling the police on us?""It's fine as long as the law agrees," Mason said without any hesitation.At that moment, a man stood up in the conference room. "Mr. Mason, since you're going to call the police, I want to report Mr. Aspen for using my children's lives to threaten me into voting for your removal.""That's a load of nonsense! You're the one who wanted to go after Mason. Now that he's alive, you try to pin the blame on us because you're scared? Keep dreaming!" Rosanna cursed.Aspen remained silent.It seemed like he was still
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"It was an internal family conflict in the first place. None of you should have been dragged into it," Mason said in a cold tone.Then, he turned to face Aspen's supporters, who had been stunned into silence. "As for youโฆ"The ones who were less mentally resilient were already starting to tremble."I've already investigated all of you. I'm the highest power in Royal Financial Group, and since you don't acknowledge me, there's no need for you to remain as shareholders," Mason declared.They immediately started to panic.Mason said coolly, "There are two paths for you to choose now. Not a single one of you has a clean record. Each and every one of you has done enough to be locked up for a few years. Now, you have a choice. Get locked up for a few years or spit out the money you stole from the company."One man insisted stubbornly, "We didn't steal from the company. The money was rightfully ours. If you want to hold someone responsible, then go after Aspen. We were all just followin
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Kyle walked up to Mason. "Mr. Hunt, everything went according to your plan.""Have the PR department release a media statement. Use the photos of me in the room just now. Announce that Royal Financial Group has completed an internal restructuring. I will continue serving as CEO, while Aspen and his wife, along with his faction, have been taken in by the police," Mason said.He added, "They are all being investigated for long-term financial embezzlement.""Understood," Kyle answered.After Kyle left, Mason picked up his phone and sent Summer a message. "Threat neutralized."When Summer received the message, Kate was still ranting. Kate sneered. "If you really think that the chat logs can be used as evidence, then go ahead and report me to the police. Mrs. Hunt will get me out anyway. Then, the tides would have turned, and I will make sure to return what you did to me today tenfold."Summer glanced at Mason's message, and her eyes curled up slightly.She replied, "Congratulation
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The other managers were still in shock. They exchanged looks with one another, unsure of what to do.Thankfully, the conference room door swung open at that moment."Ms. Hartford, Mason Hunt is back." Robin marched right into the room.He froze for a moment when he saw the mess around Kate and the blood on her head. "Ms. Leeds, what happened to you?""She tripped." Summer blinked."What did you say just now?" One of Kate's eyes had been shut with blood, so she could only open the other one."Mason's not dead, and he's already back at Royal Financial Group. They just released an emergency announcement declaring Mason will continue as the CEO. They also said that Aspen and Rosanna have been taken into custody for corporate fraud," Robin said in one go.Summer pretended to be surprised as she looked at Kate. "What now? Everyone knows Mason doesn't have a good relationship with my family, but he's still their CEO. That pair you trust so much seems to be under investigation. Looks li
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"Take a closer look at Ms. Leeds. There might be people on the board that were working with her," Summer said."Understood." Robin found himself being more and more impressed by Summer.The two of them walked into the administrative office area one after another. Kate's screams had been so loud that they could be heard from outside.Everyone looked at Summer, and their expressions were far different from when she first came."Sorry for disturbing everyone at work. It's nothing too serious. Ms. Leeds colluded with outsiders and deliberately allowed a mentally ill person to reach the top floor, endangering the CEO's life. "I've already solved the matter, and a new senior manager will be here in two days. It won't interfere with your work," Summer spoke calmly to everyone."Ms. Leeds?""Oh, my God, that's terrifying!""If the bodyguards hadn't been fast enough yesterday, that knife would have struck Mr. Hartford Senior."After Summer made the announcement, she left with Robin an
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"Both of us have been busy all day. When did you get here? Did you finish what you wanted to do?" Luke asked.Summer straightened up a bit. "I did. It was Ms. Leeds from the administrative floor. She was one of Rosanna's people."Henry didn't seem too surprised. "So it was her. She joined Hartford Group right after she graduated. She was actually my secretary for a while, and I felt like she wasn't very trustworthy. That's why I had her sent to another department, but I never expectedโฆ"Luke sighed. "This situation with Mason actually helped us expose all the monsters hiding in the shadows. So many people, who seemed kind and honest, revealed their true faces. "Thankfully, we managed to cut them out in time. It would have been troublesome if they got more powerful."Henry's smile faded. "Some of them were from the tech division. I bet there'll be more of a fallout after this."Summer didn't say anything to that. In her plans, Hartford Group would definitely maintain its traditio
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Henry looked at Terrence with some surprise. "You're so grown up already? Weren't you always overseas? When did you get back?"Terrence was dressed sharply today, and his gaze landed on Summer as he spoke, "It's been over a month. Could this be Summer?"Luke smiled and nodded before introducing the two. "Summer, this is Terrence.""Hello," Summer replied coolly.She didn't really show any other emotion other than being slightly distant. It was typical of any introvert meeting a stranger for the same time."It's really been a long time since I came back. The last time I saw Summer, she didn't even know how to walk yet," Terrence said with a smile."That's true." Luke glanced at Summer. Before Terrence appeared, Summer had been happily chatting away with them. Now, she was completely quiet.Normally, Luke would have invited Terrence to eat with them out of politeness, but he didn't ask since Summer was acting like that."I'm with some friends over there, so I won't interrupt. I
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"I got it." Summer knew that going head-to-head with the Hunt family this time must have caused Mason to be caught in the middle of some immense pressure and criticism.So, she didn't want him to worry about her too much.Chandler's incident had stirred massive public attention following Summer's live stream. In the next two days, more and more people were speaking out online.The police department responsible for the investigation was finally compelled to issue a statement, promising a lawful and thorough investigation into the case.Paul's family had rested at the Hartford residence for a day before they started to recover a little."We won't hold the funeral here. Our family back home is already handling the arrangements," said Paul's wife, Bailey Oak. Her eyes were still swollen from crying.Kristen nodded. "Alright. Don't worry. Mr. West has worked with our family for over ten years. He was practically one of us, so we'll make sure to take care of your family in the future."
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"You know how vicious the Hunt family can be. Back then, Iโฆ" Kristen instinctively pressed her hand to her lower abdomen with an expression of grief. "I'm afraid of losing another child."Luke had an expression that was full of heartache. He gently pulled Kristen into his arms. "That won't happen. From now on, we will face everything together. We'll definitely protect Summer."Can I really do that?" Kristen's tears fell uncontrollably.Back then, she thought she could protect the child in her belly, too. But in the endโฆLuke said firmly, "You can. You definitely can. My wife has always been the strongest person I know!""Yes." Kristen nodded as she leaned against his shoulder.They had never spoken of that pain over the past 20 years. This was the first time. Summer's actions today had been like a key that unlocked this long-suppressed wound in Kristen's heart.Neither of them knew that Summer hadn't gone to sleep, either. She stood at the window in her room and could just see th
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"Something like that happened?" Rosanna looked shocked. She had been locked up at the time.Jane sighed deeply. "I just heard about it, too. The kidnappers told her not to go to the police. They said they'd kill the kids if she did. In the end, she didn't report it and ended up paying 70 million dollars in ransom."Jane sighed again. "But she ran into some real monsters. After they got the money, they sent her a location to get the kids. When she got there, all she saw were their decomposing bodies!"Rosanna covered her mouth. "Oh, my God! Did they catch the kidnappers in the end?"Jane shook her head regretfully. "They were professionals, so how could anyone catch them? She lost her money and her children. Mrs. Mills fell seriously ill and is still in the hospital.""Those kidnappers are truly heartless!" Rosanna said."They were only missing for three days. Based on the state of the bodies, the kids were probably killed the moment they were kidnapped," Jane said.As Rosanna lis
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Jane always outshone Rosanna in every way, so how could Rosanna possibly like her?Jane said softly, "Rosanna, I know you don't like me, but you're still family. I know you're just a straightforward and blunt person. You've never meant me any harm.Rosanna rolled her eyes internally at that. Jane couldn't be more wrong."I don't want you and Aspen to get divorced." Jane helped Rosanna sit down and crouched to examine her ankle. "It's sprained. I'll call a doctor.""No!" Rosanna was incredibly vulnerable at that moment.A vulnerable person's greatest weakness was someone being gentle to them.Jane frowned. "How could you not see a doctor? Just wait here. I'll go quietly. I'll make sure no one notices and bring the doctor over. No one will find out."After a pause, Jane continued, "I won't tell anyone about the divorce, either."Rosanna's ankle was throbbing with pain. After a moment of hesitation, she nodded. "Don't tell everyone!"Jane smiled gently and went off to find the doc
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"As lawyers, we only need to achieve the desired outcome for our client. Nothing else matters," Malcolm said.The assistant fell silent.Aspen slumped down onto the hospital bed, looking defeated, while Rosanna sobbed uncontrollably."Enough crying. Go check on Mom," Aspen said impatiently.Rosanna choked out, "I refuse! Your mother never liked me to begin with. With what happened to Chandler, both of us are responsible as his parents, but your mother will definitely only blame me! You can go if you want!"After that, Rosanna grabbed her purse."Where are you going?" Aspen asked."I'm going to figure out a way to save my son!" Rosanna snapped and started to walk off.Aspen grabbed her arm. "I'm warning you. Don't go after Kristen again! This has nothing to do with her!""Kristen, Kristen! She's all you care about, even now. Her daughter stood there and humiliated you in front of everyone, making you out to be some creepy stalker, and you're still defending her?" Rosanna finally
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"Chandler from that certain all-powerful family underwent a psychological evaluation every six months at his school abroad. Just over two months ago, when he had just returned to the country, he had one done. "His mental state is fine. You parents might've been driven crazy by anger, but not him."There was a frenzy online.The original post was quickly deleted, but people had already saved screenshots of all the relevant documents.Inside the Hunt residence, Aspen's hand was wrapped in gauze when he heard what the lawyer had to say. He exploded on the spot. "Who leaked something this private? Check with Chandler's school! I'm suing them! Every last person who leaked it!"The lawyer said gravely, "I've already checked. The school's digital database was hacked. Mr. Hunt, I told you yesterday to maintain a good line of communication with the victim's side. If you did, there might have been a chance for settlement. Why did you hire online trolls to spread lies?"The lawyer added, "N
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"Mason, I'm not doing this for the Fridman family. I'm now a part of the Hunt family as your aunt. Even if you don't want Violet, that's fine. Summer really isn't right for you!" Jane still wore that sincere, gentle expression."Have you ever thought about why a girl with such ambition would want to be with you?" Jane asked.Mason looked at Jane. "That's where you're wrong. Summer wasn't the one who came looking for me. I'm the one who chased after her."Jane was speechless.Who in their right mind would believe that?At that moment, the elevator arrived. Mason didn't say another word to her as he got in the elevator and left.Jane stood in place.She never imagined that everything she had so carefully planned would be thrown off by the Hartford Group heiress who appeared out of nowhere."All that effort, Jane, and you were paving the way for someone else." A flamboyantly dressed woman walked over at that moment.She, too, was one of the many daughters-in-law of the Hunt family
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"Tell Grandma I was here," Mason said before he turned to leave.These past few days had been unbearable for Aspen, especially with everything Summer exposed that day.All these years, people had assumed that there had been something between him and Kristen. It had always been something he could brag about, but the truth was exposed to the public today. That last shred of connection he had with Kristen had shattered as well.On top of that, Chandler was about to face serious criminal charges. Aspen felt like his heart was being set on fire."Mason!" he shouted after Mason, but Mason ignored him.Aspen clenched his teeth and rushed toward Mason with a sharp fruit knife in hand.Things had come to a point of no return anyway. If he had nothing left to lose, he might as well drag Mason down with him. If he killed Mason, maybe Royal Financial Group would fall back into Victoria's hands.But Aspen had underestimated Mason too much. His blade didn't even graze Mason. Mason merely gra
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In the end, Mason still went to the private hospital that the Hunt family owned. As he stepped out of the elevator, all he saw were members of the Hunt family, gathered in full force.Mason knew exactly what was going on.These people hadn't shown up out of affection. They were just afraid that Victoria might actually die, so they were here early to wait for the inheritance."Mason, what the hell did you do to Grandma?"The moment they saw Mason, they pounced like a pack of wild dogs, but not a single one of them actually dared to touch him.If Victoria did die, Mason's threat level would skyrocket a hundredfold."This is a hospital. Why are you all being so loud?" Mason asked coldly.Jane ran over. "Everyone, calm down. This had nothing to do with Mason. She only got a heart attack because of Ms. Hartford's press conference."After that, Jane looked at Mason. "Mason, everyone's just worried, so they're a bit emotional. Don't take it to heart.""Where is Violet?" Mason asked.
