Who would have a grudge against them? Could the other party be deranged?Caelan tapped the table and asked Jade, "Do you remember the big fire at the Zeal Group?"Jade's eyes widened a bit. "Are you suggesting that they are the living subjects from Lloyd's laboratory?""That's just my speculation. Whether it's true or not, we'll have to wait for the police investigation to come out," Caelan replied.Jade bit her lip. She remembered being puzzled at the time. Despite the lab being completely burned down in the fire, there was only Asher's body. It turned out that those living subjects had already been moved away.It was just that she couldn't find any evidence at the time. Who would go to such lengths to help Lloyd? What were they after, taking such a big risk?"Knowing the source of these bodies will make it easier to investigate. We just need to check the surveillance footage from the Zeal Group that day, and we're bound to find something," Jade analyzed carefully.Kennedy nodd
Caelan glanced at Cooper coldly, looking very displeased. He had seen this kid getting too close to Jade multiple times, obviously up to no good.Jade looked a bit embarrassed as she glanced at Cooper, whose expression changed noticeably. He sneered at Caelan. "If you had the ability, would you have stood by and watched Jade being taken away, powerless to help? Look at what she's been through, almost losing her life.""That's a matter of the Fitzgeralds, none of your business," Caelan retorted coldly."Of course it's my business. Jade is akin to my aunt, so I have a responsibility to protect her," Cooper shot back.Caelan snorted. "I don't have a nephew like you.""As if I want an uncle like you…""I'm not interested in that either."They went back and forth, sparking a heated debate.Jade and the others in the room were dumbfounded. Was this really the aloof Caelan Fitzgerald? He and Cooper seemed like two kids quarreling.Jade felt overwhelmed. How did she end up with such i
"That's right," Cooper replied. "While researching this virus, the Zeal Group is also developing a vaccine. Isn't the intention obvious enough?""He'll release the virus and introduce the Zeal Group's miracle drug. It's a goldmine." Melanie also realized it.The atmosphere in the room grew solemn as everyone exchanged worried glances. With the development of the virus by the Zeal Group, the entire Centus now hung precariously in Lloyd's grasp."Thank goodness we caught wind of this early." Tiffany exhaled, visibly relieved, her hand resting on her chest.However, Jade couldn't muster the same optimism. Recollections from her past life reminded her of Lloyd's extensive business network, particularly his close ties with an overseas pharmaceutical giant called Best of Both.Best of Both ranked among the top ten on the Phorbes List, boasting a blend of modern and holistic approaches to pharmaceuticals with a formidable global presence and influence.In her previous life, Jade had foc
Leah was the most important person to Jade, her sole family in the world. Despite not sharing blood, their connection surpassed even that of biological grandparents and grandchildren.At the sight of Leah, Jade felt her nose tingle. It was as if a bullied child had found their parent—her eyes welled with tears.Leah's heart ached as she saw Jade's distress. Gently, she reached out and caressed Jade's face, her voice filled with concern. "How did it come to this? These darned people! Are they picking on the Severins because we have no one else?""I'm sorry, Grandma. It's my fault for not protecting Jade." Caelan knew Leah's words were meant for him. He had solemnly promised Leah that he would protect Jade back then, but the result? He let her get hurt.Leah pulled a face, snorted lightly, and looked at Kennedy. "How come you're stumped in this mess too?"Kennedy sighed. "Oh, now you're blaming me too, old lady?""Alright, Grandma, I'm fine. It's not related to them," Jade said war
Once word of Lloyd's arrest spread, the Zeal Group's stocks plummeted drastically, teetering on the brink of bankruptcy within days. All employees were sent home, and the company was shuttered. In addition to money laundering, investigators uncovered various tax evasion schemes.Cooper retrieved surveillance footage from the Zeal Group fire and observed several boxes being gradually removed before the blaze erupted. Inside those boxes were the victims' bodies.The revelation of the Zeal Group's experiments on living subjects quickly made headlines, with major media outlets rushing to report the scandal.With such compelling evidence, Lloyd was likely facing a lifetime behind bars.The Zeal Group collapsed in a single night. While some celebrated, others mourned, but none felt the blow more profoundly than Nina. She had gone to great lengths to assist Lloyd, only to be left in this dire situation.Some witnesses claimed to have seen Nina leaving Centus overnight, but her destinatio
Melvin and Zoey's wedding plans were underway, and Leah was thrilled to witness Melvin's increasing maturity with each passing day. Sometimes, she couldn't help but think that if Zoey could have a child or two, he wouldn't be lonely in his later years.The household buzzed with activity as preparations for Melvin's engagement unfolded.When Jade arrived, she was surprised by the elaborate decorations, making it feel more like a wedding than a simple engagement. It was clear that Leah had wholeheartedly embraced Zoey."Ms. Jade, you're here." Brianna saw Jade and hurried over, saying, "Madam was just talking about you, and here you are."Jade glanced around and asked, "Where's Grandma?""She's in the living room talking to Anna," Brianna said with a smile, seemingly oblivious to Jade's surprise."Anna… Does she come here often?" Jade asked casually."Yeah. She comes over to help whenever she has time. She's such a good child," Brianna replied.Jade frowned but maintained her com
The bottles of red wine in the cellar were treasures Leah seldom indulged in, only bringing them out for special guests. Serving Zoey with these bottles of wine indicated her significant place in Leah's heart.Zoey gracefully navigated through the cellar, surprised, as she remarked, "I never expected Madam Leah to have such a wine collection."Jade casually glanced at the bottles but kept her focus on Zoey. "Yes, Grandma loved red wine when she was young. She built a vineyard specifically to collect them. These are her collections over the years. Quite impressive, isn't it?""Ms. Severin, do you also enjoy red wine?" Zoey suddenly asked.Jade smiled. "I only drink occasionally.""Oh," Zoey replied softly, then lowered her gaze to the bottles.Suddenly, Jade asked, "Do you love my father?"Zoey didn't expect Jade to ask such a question out of the blue. She flushed with embarrassment as she ducked her head. "Why are you suddenly asking this?""Don't be nervous. I'm just asking ca
Everyone was startled by the sudden turn of events. The hot soup Zoey was holding was aimed directly at Leah. If it spilled, Leah would definitely get burned.Leah was also stunned, forgetting to move out of the way.Just then, Zoey made an unexpected move. She held the soup bowl firmly, tilting the bowl so the hot soup spilled on her instead.With Zoey's scream, the bowl fell to the floor, shattering into pieces. The hot soup smoked as it spilled over the floor."Aunt Zoey!" Anna exclaimed, rushing over to support Zoey. She shouted, "Quick, call an ambulance!"Leah didn't expect Zoey to get scalded to save her. She was shocked and distressed. "You silly child, why did you let the soup spill on yourself? How can I live with myself now?"Everyone was in a flurry.Jade quickly approached Zoey, grabbing her unburned hand and placing the burned one under running water. After some basic treatment, they sent her to the hospital.Leah wanted to go too, but Jade reassured her, "Grandma