Grace was panicking precisely because Xander had never mentioned it.He hadn't seemed prepared for any of this at all.At Grace's silence, Zoey stood up. "I've heard the rumors. Mrs. Fulton is running around trying her best to bail Xander out. Uncle Raymond hasn't done anything for now. "Without the head of the company, Fulton Group is in a dangerous situation and is facing enemies on all sides. Jake is very likely to get back in power."Hestia had many connections, but now the issue had blown up so much, and it involved international law. It would be very difficult.Grace was silent for a moment. She had been too agitated at first, but after hearing Zoey summarize the events, she suddenly thought of something."Jake?" Zoey made a noise of assent. "You saw him. He managed to benefit greatly this time."Fulton Group was in this position because of Bobby and Aether Group. Grace thought again, and she finally realized the truth. "The underground bank was never the hold that Jake
Since they had a history together, Raymond agreed to see Grace.She sat beside the hospital bed and got straight to the point. "Uncle Raymond, Xander isn't that kind of person. Whether it's the insider trading or the three murders, I know he wouldn't be involved in that kind of thing. You're his father, and you should understand."Raymond had just finished dealing with a mountain of business from Fulton Group, and he was exhausted. He looked displeased. "Xander is too aggressive. If he doesn't face some challenges, it will be difficult for him to amount to anything. Gracie, I know you're worried about him, but I know what I'm doing."Raymond's meaning was clear. He wasn't planning to get Xander out for now.Priscilla was taking care of him, and at that moment she walked over with a bowl of nourishing soup. She smiled ingratiatingly. "Ms. Lewis, this soup has been simmering all morning. Raymond doesn't have the appetite for anything right now. Why don't you drink some and calm y
Jake drove the car himself as they sped away from the hospital.Grace clutched her seat belt. "Where are we going?""To pay our respects to the families of the deceased." Jake stepped on the gas pedal without looking at her.He drove out of the city and into the remote suburbs before finally stopping. Unfastening his seat belt, he said, "Let's go."He took out some gifts from the trunk and walked toward a house. Even from a distance, the sound of crying and wailing could be heard distinctly. The sounds of grief were heartbreaking. Grace couldn't bear it, and she didn't dare to go in. The person who opened the door saw that Jake was dressed in a suit, and he spoke roughly, "Which department are you from?"It seemed that several people had visited them lately."I'm from Fulton Group.""Are you the top executive who's in charge of everything?" The man lost his temper at once. He raised a broom and pushed Jake and Grace out."Get lost! He's gone! We don't care about your repar
Xander had already known.Grace felt as if she were floating. She looked dazed. Was it really as Jake had said? Was Xander really responsible for everything that was happening right now?"Ms. Lewis…" Hazel went up to her worriedly to help her up.Grace's eyes alighted on the documents that Hazel was holding. "Was the application approved?"Hazel wanted to lie, but the documents were too obvious. "It's been approved. There's half an hour available for visitors, but only for official matters on business. Outsiders aren't allowed to enter."Grace's expression dimmed, but Hazel added quickly. "It's good not to see him right now. It wouldn't be good if Amirate got implicated." "I'm going with you.""Ms. Lewis…""I'll wait outside," Grace said.Hazel couldn't refuse, so she agreed in the end.…Xander was an important figure. He was currently detained, but he wasn't down-and-out. Hazel headed straight for the 28th floor. After she flashed her ID, the staff at Securities and Exc
Xander hadn't even asked about Diana. Hazel's appearance had already told him how Diana was. "Reina? Isn't she missing?" Hazel was shocked. Xander didn't explain, but his meaning was clear. The visiting time had come to an end, and Hazel couldn't stay longer. The moment the elevator door opened, she saw that Grace was still sitting in the lobby. She looked frail from the back, and she seemed lonely. She must have been sitting like that for a long time.Hazel walked over. "Ms. Lewis." Grace surfaced from her thoughts. "How is he?"Hazel thought about Xander's instructions, and she answered selectively. "His health isn't very good at the moment, but it's nothing serious. He's looked through the contract and signed it. Things aren't as bad as they seem."Grace's impatience was bubbling. "What else?"Hazel looked flustered. "What else is there?"Grace was silent. "Did you tell him that I came?"Hazel laughed awkwardly. "I did, but Mr. Fulton said that he doesn't want to s
"A plane bound for Pamore experienced a tragic crash upon landing at 12:30 am Eklora time. "The death toll has increased to 136 people, and up until now, there have been only three fortunate survivors."The real-time news updates about the plane crash on TV pulled Grace Lewis back to her senses. She was one of the survivors. She now lay on the hospital bed with injuries all over her body and her legs bandaged."The number you have dialed is currently unavailable. Please try again later," came the automatic response from Grace's phone. Ever since the plane crash, her nominal husband, Benjamin Hawkins, hadn't picked up any of her calls. The plane crash had shaken the whole nation. It was impossible for him to be unaware of it.The crash site had been scattered with corpses. The fear of having nearly died still haunted her, overwhelming her to the extent that she couldn't breathe. Yet, at times like this, when she needed care the most, she had yet to hear a word from the ma
Grace suddenly recalled the one-week business trip Benjamin had two months ago. She tightened her grip on the phone, her knuckles gradually turning pale.Had he cheated on her? She was Benjamin's secretary and also his secret wife. But she had never heard any rumors of him having affairs with other women until now."Mr. Hawkins is so good to his girlfriend. I wonder who that lucky woman is! It seems like they are going to publicize their relationship soon.""I googled the woman. Is this her?" The nurse pushing the medical cart took the phone from the other nurse. "Yes, it's her!" she exclaimed. "Isn't she the second daughter of the Quine family? With her looks and status, she's the perfect match for Benjamin!" As they walked further away, chatting amongst themselves, their voices gradually faded into the distance."The Quine family ..." Grace thought. After dealing with the hospital's discharge procedures, Grace got into the car the butler had sent for her. Her mind was
"When did you get to know her?"Under the dim lights, Benjamin finally saw Grace supporting herself with crutches. It wasn't until then that he realized she was much thinner than when they'd married three years ago.She looked as if a gust of wind could easily blow her away. "You followed me?" Benjamin's face fell at once."Do you think I have nothing better to do? I was at the same hospital and saw you with my own eyes." Though her voice was soft, she enunciated her words clearly. Benjamin looked angry despite Grace was overwhelmed by sadness. How could he?He still hadn't expressed any concern for her, even though she had been in a plane crash. What felt even worse was how evident the irritation and disdain in his voice were.Clearly, their three years of marriage had been futile. All this while, she had been attending to her demanding mother-in-law and taking care of her sister-in-law, who didn't like her. In the family, she was treated like nothing but a servant, and