Robert lifted his hand, pulled Karen, and whispered tenderly, "Karen, I'd appreciate it if you trusted me. There's no need to get mad over someone else's comments."Not everyone is capable of recognizing the truth in this world."He pushed his glasses up, and continued suggestively, "Those who are kind and educated take no notice of others' insults and accusations. As long as we ignore them, we won't be affected. Only those who have a guilty conscience will take these personally."Clearly, he was implying that Darren, who wanted to hold Karen responsible for accusing Hannah last time, had a guilty conscience.No one was gullible enough to ignore Robert's provocative remark. They all understood what he was trying to say. Despite his words, he seemed quite apologetic, as if he was just reminded of their confrontation earlier. He apologized sheepishly, "Darren, I'm sorry. I didn't mean you and Hannah were… I-I just hope Karen feels better…"He made an excellent example of making

Darren's eyes sparkled with glee. Enveloping Hannah's fingers in his hand, he answered, "Alright."He knew she was never a cruel person. She stood firmly by her own principles, and she upheld them stubbornly. She despised tricks, and she'd rather navigate her way through with justice. She thought victories only belonged to those who earned them through effort. Never would she opt for shortcuts or underlying schemes. Instead, she would strike right at her opponent, just like what she did to the Moores. Once she found out their weak spot, they were done for. Or, she'd rather punch the ones she loathed in their faces. Though she'd find a way to counterattack, it was rare for her to destroy Robert's ego with such harsh words. It was then Darren realized that she was furious. His smile deepened. She wasn't angry because Karen offended her, nor was it because of how annoying Robert was. Instead, she was infuriated for his sake. Upon this realization, he felt a swelter of warmth

Hannah took no notice of their puzzled gazes. She raised her glass and gestured to take her leave. "Sorry, please excuse me.""Take your time, Ms. Emerson."The Winchester and Sorsby families were extremely powerful. Despite the thoughts that might've crossed their minds, they looked perfectly composed. They smiled, parting a path for Hannah to pass by. She smiled, gliding her way through elegantly, and stopped before Diana. Diana raised a brow. Her gaze swept past Hannah, and she suddenly giggled. Extending her hand, she said, "Thanks for gracing me with your presence, Ms. Emerson."Hannah didn't respond. Instead, she placed her hand in Diana's, nobly accepting her invitation. She seemed quite pleased as she joined Diana in a vacant corner. Now that they were isolated from the clamor in the banquet hall, Diana sighed. "Everyone's swooning over you, Ms. Emerson," she teased, chuckling as she leaned against the wall languorously. "You have everyone's attention wherever yo

Cedric looked glum, and there was a hint of malice lurking in his eyes. He seemed very eager to lunge at Hannah and tear her apart. Nonetheless, Hannah smirked at his enraged state. She was intrigued to know what else he was capable of as the protagonist, now that he had missed the opportunity to strive since Darren was still alive, and had lost Diana as his stepping stone. He'd lost Diana, who had been loyal to him. "I have other guests to tend to. So, if you'll excuse me," Hannah said, curtsying before she left. She glided away right after she exchanged glances with Diana, and she didn't even spare Cedric a glance. Her nonchalance hurt his pride again. He clenched his fists, his eyes glinting menacingly. "Ced, you look quite off."Diana's eyes flickered before she glanced up at him, saying, "Hey, that's just how Ms. Emerson is. Don't be mad at her, okay?""How dare I get angry at her?"Cedric flung his arms in exasperation, gritting his teeth. "She's the lady of the

Hannah's fingers twitched. She suddenly couldn't bring herself to accept the gift. "Ms. Emerson, why don't you take a look at it first?"Fabian's eyes glinted, sensing her hesitation. When she met his eyes again, only delight was evident in his eyes. "You can decide whether you'd like to accept or not after you have a look at it."Since he phrased it that way, she couldn't possibly refuse again. Her eyes lit up when she saw the contents of the document after flipping it open. "Did the government approve my reformation plan for Roberson?"It was more like starting over rather than a reformation. As a foreign trade company, Roberson was significant due to its close connections with the government. However, it suffered from chronic losses under Hailee's management. All her attention was on benefiting herself and leeching off Winchester Group. She didn't even bother to operate her company properly. Roberson had barely achieved its original objectives ever since it was founde