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Genevieve was pleased with the outcomes achieved in the conference room. Without further complicating matters, she proceeded directly to the next step.
Jacinta only replied to Genevieve’s message the next day. They had agreed to meet at a quiet cafe.
She smiled upon seeing Genevieve. Despite harboring many emotions, her icy demeanor remained unchanged. “I’m so glad that you’re fine. It’s a pity I couldn’t make it to the banquet of the Lawrence family the other day. But congratulations anyway,” Jacinta remarked.
Genevieve smiled and replied, “No worries. It’s easy for us to meet up anyway.”
Genevieve wasn’t surprised to hear that from Jacinta. Considering the presence of big shots at the event, her identity must have spread widely in the circle.
Genevieve lowered her eyes slightly, smiled, and explained, “Ms. Sanders, I’m sure you’re aware that I’ve already left Eagle Entertainment. I plan to also continue TuringTech Innovations in Lawrence Group, which is even more powerful and might be good for the project.”
With a stern look, Jacinta nodded and said softly, “I understand, Ms. Lawrence. Since you were missing, the cooperation with Eagle Entertainment has been postponed, and many have been eyeing it. Bringing the project to Lawrence Group will overturn the foundation of our previous contract. The agreed conditions may need to be modified again, which isn’t good for the project. Also…”
She paused briefly and continued, “Honestly, Hoffman Group is bound to win your shares and almost all shareholders of Cosmo Group have agreed to the collaboration.” All content is © N0velDrama.Org.
Jacinta’s words left Genevieve stunned. Genevieve looked at Jacinta and questioned, “Ms. Sanders, even if the project is signed up in the name of Eagle Entertainment, it can’t be all monopolized by Anthony, right?”
Jacinta took a sip of coffee, looked at her, and answered, “I don’t know why he suddenly changed but I can help.
you hold Cosmo Group for the time being, Ms. Lawrence. As to change from Eagle Entertainment to Lawrence
Group’s, you have to make Anthony agree.”
Genevieve looked at her with surprise.
Jacinta laughed and said, “Don’t worry. I don’t want you to quit either, because it’ll make me the next target. Businessmen can never earn enough. With you around, all three of us will be able to control and balance each other. We’re worthless without you. Although Anthony is considered my relative, I don’t see big values in our
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Genevieve felt slightly relieved now that she knew Jacinta’s attitude. Jacinta hadn’t teamed up secretly with Anthony and she needed Genevieve to control Anthony. With gratitude, she looked at her smilingly and said, “Thank you, Ms. Sanders.” “For protecting my position when I wasn’t around.”
As Jacinta smiled, she tapped her coffee cup gently against Genevieve’s, and replied, “You’re welcome. I like you very much.”
“Me too,” Genevieve responded.
They shared a smile as they looked at each other.
“Anthony is a bastard who started all of these, Genevieve exclaimed inwardly. The thought of it gave her a headache, but now she knew what to do next.
Returning to the office, Genevieve took out the flash drive Jasper had given her to watch the videos on the computer. Her face instantly turned pale as her breaths grew labored. She could never forget what happened on the cruise ship and how Johnson ruthlessly whipped her, leaving the pain searing and indelible. Nonetheless, what traumatized her most was hearing Anthony approaching, tying her up with ropes, and leaving her outside of the window. Overwhelmed by fear and panic, she felt suffocated, as though she had been manipulated by a mortal enemy.
Genevieve watched the aftermath of the incident she hadn’t witnessed at the time. Johnson, in an attempt to conceal the truth, used his secretary as a scapegoat. When Anthony burst in afterward, he interrogated relentlessly, resembling a fierce, bewildered wolf.
Eventually, Lauraine ran in, and Andrea’s clear voice came through. While the video didn’t capture the scene, the
sound was recorded.
Genevieve laughed suddenly, almost to tears. Clutching her chest, she felt agitated as if her failing heart had begun to beat again after recharging. Evil deeds wouldn’t go unpunished. She had no intention of surrendering the evidence. “So what if Lauraine is found guilty of attempting murder? The Hoffman family will find ways to help her so she won’t have to go to jail. She might even be able to go abroad and enjoy life, Genevieve thought, determined not to let them off so easily.
Genevieve pulled out the flash drive and kept it in the office’s safe deposit box. She wanted to contribute more
to the case.
The fluffy Goldie moved to Genevieve’s foot and extended two small paws as if requesting hugs.
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Genevieve, who was in a good mood, treated Goldie with extra care. She held it in her arms while stroking its little head repeatedly. Meanwhile, Goldie closed its eyes and settled into a comfortable position. Just when it was rubbing its face against Genevieve’s, Jasper knocked on the door and came in. “Ms. Lawrence, Mr. Anthony Hoffman of Hoffman Group…”
Before he could finish his words, Genevieve coldly interrupted, “No.”
Jasper continued, “His assistant, Daniel, came to say that Mr. Hoffman wants you to meet him… at his place.” His voice grew softer.
Having lost his memories, Anthony seemed to have reverted to his former arrogance by sending an assistant to
pass on the message.
Genevieve looked at him in disbelief. Sneered inwardly, she pondered, “What have I just heard? Who does Anthony I am?”
Pursing his lips, Jasper stood there silently with his head down.
This was Anthony’s typical style, though. If it were someone else, perhaps his request would be happily obeyed. But with Genevieve, it might cause a stir.
After a brief silence, Genevieve chuckled and said coldly, “Let Mr. Simmons in.”
Daniel didn’t wish to come either. He wondered, “Why did Mr. Hoffman ask me to do this? It would make more sense if I’m here to deliver a gift or something, but just to convey a message? Is Ms. Lawrence even willing to
listen to me?”
Daniel intended to just leave right away, but Genevieve unexpectedly wanted to meet him. He went in nervously and greeted Genevieve with a smile.
Genevieve, too, responded to him with a gentle smile, saying, “Long time no see, Mr. Simmons. Get him a cup of coffee, Jasper. Extra sugar and milk.”
Daniel was both shocked and moved. When Anthony and Genevieve were still not divorced, Genevieve once
made him coffee while he was delivering things for Anthony, not expecting her to still remember his coffee preferences. With tears welling up, he smiled and said, “Ms. Lawrence, I’m glad to see you back safely.”
Genevieve paused and smiled. Goldie was struggling in her arms. With its tail held high, Goldie leaped onto the
table and turned to look at Daniel,
Daniel looked at Goldie in surprise, inquiring, “This is yours?”
“Yeah,” Genevieve responded.
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Daniel fell silent immediately. Genevieve knew Anthony was allergic to dogs‘ fur, so even during her loneliest times, she had never considered getting one. Now….
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