Semua Bab Kicking Him to the Curb: Bab 671 - Bab 680

After two days of rest, Gwyneth took her time getting ready with extra care. She stared into the mirror, meticulously drawing her eyebrows and applying layer after layer of foundation. The signs of exhaustion were still difficult to hide completely, but her mental state had definitely improved, and there was no mistaking the renewed spark in her eyes.Zac pushed the door open and walked in, playfully whistling when he saw her transformation. He teased, "Not bad. My sister's still got it."Gwyneth rolled her eyes at him, but the corners of her mouth turned up slightly. It was obvious that she was in a much cheerier mood. "Cut it out. What brings you here today?"Gwyneth became interested and put down her makeup brush, pressing him for details. "What good news?" Zac cleared his throat, deliberately building suspense. "My mysterious boss' business is preparing to make a major move into the domestic market." Gwyneth was stunned for a moment. Then, she reacted with delighted surprise

"Mr. Fuller, do you also have a background in smart home technology?" Ian asked with a friendly smile, though his tone remained neutral.Colin immediately seized the chance, waving his hand with faux modesty. "Not really, just a surface-level understanding. The Fuller Group has always kept an eye on developments in the tech innovation space."He smoothly pivoted the conversation back to Nicholls Group. Then, he added, "Speaking of which, Nicholls Group's smart home solutions are definitely impressive, especially their emphasis on human-centered design. That part really stands out."Colin kept a close eye on Aspen as he spoke, hoping to catch some kind of reaction. However, her expression remained blank, but her eyes flashed with a faint, mocking glint.She asked, "Mr. Fuller, do you even know where that human-centered design came from?" Colin froze, clearly caught off guard. Ian quickly clarified, "Ms. Nicholls told me the inspiration came from her daughter, Sophie."Colin's

Aren pressed the elevator button and watched the numbers slowly change as his heart began to race. He straightened his suit and took a deep breath to calm his nerves. The elevator doors opened with a chime, and Aren stepped out. However, he froze when he saw the scene before him. In the hallway, Colin was giving Ian a tour of the company, and the two chatted and laughed in a pleasant atmosphere. Aren's appearance instantly froze the previously friendly scene.Colin's smile stiffened, surprise flashing in his eyes before being replaced by hostility. Ian looked confused, glancing between Colin and Aren, not understanding what was happening. "Mr. Jefferson? What an unexpected guest," Colin spoke first, his tone carrying a hint of mockery. "What brings you here?"Aren quickly regained his composure, nodded politely to Ian, and looked at Colin. He replied flatly, "Mr. Fuller, I'm here to deliver a cooperation report. A cooperation report?" Colin raised an eyebrow. "Isn't that th

The door to Aspen's office swung open at the knock.She was buried in a mountain of paperwork, her fingers flying across the keyboard. When she heard the door open, she didn't bother looking up as she assumed it was Riley returning."Come in," she said briskly, her tone crisp and businesslike.The office fell silent for a moment, then a deep, familiar voice reached her ear. "Aspen."Her fingers froze mid-keystroke, her entire body going rigid as if she'd been turned to stone. That voice…She slowly lifted her head, her gaze traveling over the towering stacks of files on her desk. There, looking both familiar and somewhat anxious, was Aren's face.Aspen's heart felt like someone had dropped a pebble into still water, sending ripples through her chest. She took a deep breath, forcing down the emotions churning inside her, and spoke with careful composure."Mr. Jefferson, what brings you here?"Aren approached her desk and gently placed a document folder on the surface."Aspen, I

Zac waved his hand impatiently, his tone becoming even more forceful. "Cut the chatter! Just tell her there's a major collaboration worth hundreds of millions of dollars on the table, and Aspen needs to come down and discuss it personally!""Hundreds of millions?" Sofia's heart skipped a beat. With such a bold claim, could he actually have a legitimate big project?She didn't dare be careless, but still hesitated, "Sir, Ms. Nicholls is currently busy, and without an appointment..."Zac's expression darkened, his tone carrying a hint of threat. "What? Can't even show me that much respect? Can you afford to mess up a deal this big?"Let me tell you something—this project is crucial for Fuller Group. If this falls through, you're looking at losses beyond hundreds of millions!"Sofia felt intimidated by Zac's aggressive demeanor. She really didn't dare refuse on her own. If she actually delayed an important business deal, she couldn't handle that kind of responsibility."Sir, please