As the ambulance sped off towards the hospital, Matthew’s intention to follow was abruptly halted by Jonathan. He signaled for Charlotte, their wives, and the children to pursue the ambulance, leaving Matthew momentarily bewildered.Taking advantage of the moment, Jonathan motioned for Matthew to join him in a discreet corner at the hotel for a confidential conversation. Intrigued and seeking answers, Matthew acquiesced, shadowing Jonathan to the secluded spot.With a raised eyebrow, Jonathan delved into the heart of the matter. “So, Joanna gave you the cold shoulder, eh?” His voice carried a hint of disbelief.Matthew released a heavy sigh, his head bobbing in agreement. “Seems like they’re being furious, understandably. After all, we tossed their precious pill to the ground, giving them a taste of humiliation. Mom’s plight doesn’t seem to be registering on their radar.”Jonathan emitted a scoff, a disdainful note in his voice. “That ungrateful brat. It’s high time they learn the mos

Wearing a smile, Travis brought out the pill, displaying it in front of Jonathan as he calmly stated, “Speak to me with courtesy, and you might find yourself in possession of this pill.”Jonathan’s gaze remained fixed on the small object resting in Travis’s palm. In a burst of desperation, he shouted, “Hey, you! Hand over that pill to me this instant!”Joanna, unable to contain her disbelief, let out a scoff at her uncle’s audacity. “What’s this uncle? You guys had rejected the pill and had even thrown it away when we had given it to grandma as her present. How could you even have the face to come back asking for it?""Address me as Uncle, yet lack an ounce of respect, Joanna. So what if we discarded it? Once given, it becomes ours to do with as we please.” Jonathan retorted with a smug tone. “I’m presenting you with two options now: surrender the pill, and I’ll compensate you with a hundred grand, or face the consequences as I hand you over to Lenny and his gang.”Travis interjected

Travis keenly recognized that Matthew was orchestrating a theatrical performance, a ploy to deceive Joanna and others into surrendering the pill. However, he couldn't overlook the potential ramifications if they denied Matthew the pill. Such a refusal would cast Joanna and her mother as heartless and selfish, subjecting them to ridicule in Grove City as unfilial children who callously withheld the means to save their dying mother.In Travis's discerning perspective, providing the pill to Madame Emma seemed a strategic move to shield Joanna from the impending onslaught of criticisms. He envisioned this act as a safeguard against the denunciation of Joanna and her mother as negligent daughters, potentially sparing them from societal scorn.Moreover, Travis contemplated the prospect of rebuilding the strained relationship between Joanna and her grandmother through the pill. Offering this life-saving remedy could serve as an olive branch, a means for Joanna to regain favor in her grandmot

“I find it hard to believe, Travis. I’ve finally achieved the position of General Manager at Bloom Construction. Can you grasp the significance of this?” Joanna eagerly inquired as Travis drove them home.Travis cast a skeptical glance her way. “Aren’t you moving a bit too swiftly and placing too much trust? How certain are you that they’re not orchestrating a deceptive ploy?”Joanna scoffed, meeting his gaze. “Travis, they’re my family, and gratitude is within their capacity…”“I’m just being cautious. Not too long ago, they wrecked our home. True family doesn’t inflict such harm,” Travis pointed out.“We helped save grandma and this is the acknowledgment. I’m confident they appreciate what we’ve done, and they wouldn’t revoke my role as general manager after everything I’ve sacrificed for them. Why would they?” Joanna reasoned.Travis sighed as he continued driving. “It all feels too rushed. A single misstep, and we could lose everything. This seems like a high-stakes gamble, Joanna

As the Trillionaire Elevation Gala extended its timeline, Joanna found herself immersed in a week of relentless effort, dedicating extensive hours to the demanding tasks that unfolded within the confines of her office. Even upon returning home, the grind persisted, with Joanna extending her work well into the midnight hours.It wasn’t until the late hours past midnight that Joanna, with a sense of accomplishment, finally organized the scattered files on her desk. A stretch and a satisfied smile adorned her face, signaling the completion of the arduous proposal she had been diligently crafting. Finally!The silence of the night was gently interrupted by the soft creak of the door, revealing the presence of Travis. In his hands, he delicately cradled a bowl of hot, sizzling noodles—a heartwarming sight for Joanna.This had become a nightly routine, a testament to Travis’s unwavering support. While Joanna toiled away, burning the midnight oil, Travis, in a gesture of genuine care, prep