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(Not) a Preferred Son-in-Law 58. Rescue Mission or Culinary Mission?
Leon nodded in understanding, then with a gesture he asked for Henri's rope. Henri's brow furrowed in confusion, "What's the rope for, Young Master?" "You guys just wait here. I'm going to do something first!" "What do you want, Young Master?" Henri asked, but Leon didn't answer. Leon instead immediately opened the door and got out of the car. Leaving Henri and Cindy who were worried about what the man who was their boss would do. "Sir Henri, wouldn't it be better if you accompany Young Master, let me guard the car?" Cindy asked with a look of obvious anxiety. Leon had almost lost his life once, and Cindy didn't want that to happen again.Okay. I'll catch up with the Young Master. You better move a little bit forward, Miss Cindy. Don't be right in front of this house or the security guard will suspect us.""Okay, Sir. I'll wait across the street!" Cindy pointed to the big house across the street not far from Dion's house."Okay, I'll go first," said Henri, without waiting for Cind
(Not) a Preferred Son-in-Law 59. Carry Out the Plan
Cindy and Henri were silent, they were racking their brains and making plans. Cindy looked outside, at the residential streets that looked deserted. However, when a car passed by, Cindy suddenly screamed loudly. "I found a way!" "How?" Henri immediately answered what Cindy said. "That! That car!" Cindy pointed at Henri. Henri directed his gaze at what Cindy was pointing at. A pest control car seemed to be getting further away from their sight."Pest control car? Don't tell me we're going to disguise ourselves as...""Yes! That's the way!" Cindy interrupted quickly, she was very enthusiastic about her idea."Okay. That can be arranged."This time it was Leon who chimed in. With money, anything would be possible. What was important now was how they would lobby the driver and workers so that the three of them could disguise themselves with the pest control car."Let's just wait for the car to come back here, then we'll intercept them. Just leave everything to me," Henri replied confi
(Not) a Preferred Son-in-Law 60. Escape Attempt
The butler gave up. He had been influenced by Leon's words. He was afraid that John would be angry with him for letting Leon stay there too long, not going straight to work. He immediately took Leon and Henri to the guest room where Veronica was. However, a voice stopped them. "Wait!" Leon was shocked when he turned his head and found Dion staring at him. Not wanting Dion to feel suspicious, Leon immediately neutralized his feelings, pretending not to know Dion. 'Damn! Why did he have to show up? Shouldn't he be leaving today?' Leon thought angrily."Who are you? Why did you come into my house?" Dion asked while looking at Leon and Henri alternately. Dion felt like he didn't recognize the two people. He was surprised, where did they come from, why suddenly there were two strangers wearing masks and pest control uniforms. Dion also didn't feel like he had called them. "We are pest control officers, sir. It was Mr. John who called us to come to your house." Henri answered it, beca
(Not) a Preferred Son-in-Law 61. Veronica Shot
Feeling curious, Dion crept closer to Leon, and that was when he realized that Veronica was about to be taken away by Leon. Dion immediately reached inside his jacket and took the weapon that was tucked there.Leon's instincts told him that he was in danger. He turned around and was shocked when suddenly Dion pointed the weapon at him. Leon took a deep breath, he didn't move and stared at Dion, watching for any opening to fight back."What did you do to Veronica?" Dion snapped with a red face because it was covered in anger."I should be the one asking, what did you do to my wife."Leon said it calmly, as if he was not afraid and disturbed by Dion's gun pointing. "Wife? A wife who doesn't want the marriage? Vero is my lover. She only loves me." Dion remained firm in his opinion, he did not accept Veronica marrying someone else. "Lover? Who has the stronger status here? I am her husband, not just her lover anymore. She is already bound to me before God and witnessed by many people.
(Not) a Preferred Son-in-Law 62. Is She Saved?
Leon became increasingly panicked as he checked Veronica's weak pulse. Indeed, bad thoughts began to wander through his mind. "Vero! Wake up, Vero!" Veronica's eyes remained closed, making Leon feel frustrated. He could no longer hold back his sadness. Tears flowed freely without being able to hold them back. Competing to wet his cheeks and firm jaw. "Vero, wake up, honey! Don't go!" Leon shook his wife's body, hoping she would open her eyes and smile. However, hope was just hope, the woman's minimalist eyes remained tightly closed."Hurry up, Henri!" Finally, Henri became the target of Leon's anxiety. Henri increased the speed of his car. In his heart, Henri hoped that he could arrive at the hospital on time. Then his employer's wife could be saved soon. Veronica's dress became wetter with the liquid that seeped out. The dress that was originally white had turned red. A fishy smell wafted inside the cramped car. Leon became increasingly tense, staring at the wound on Veronica's
(Not) a Preferred Son-in-Law 63. Veronica in a coma
Leon rushed to stand in front of the door. He waited patiently for the door to open and a doctor to come out to give him news. However, for almost five minutes, the door to the operating room had not been opened. Leon began to get restless. "Oh my God, what is really happening?" Leon muttered with mixed feelings. Leon glanced at the watch on his wrist. In the seventh minute since the door opened, a nurse came out of the room. Making Leon's heart beat faster, his minimalist eyes sparkled with hope, he rushed over. "Nurse, how is my wife?"The nurse who had just come out of the operating room stared at Leon closely. There was a cloud on the face of the woman in white. "Excuse me, Sir. Madam's operation is over. But Madam Veronica is in a coma and no one can meet her yet." Leon's heart seemed to stop beating when he heard the nurse's words. And at that moment a doctor was also seen about to come out. Leon immediately stopped him. "Doctor, how is my wife?" Leon asked the doctor aga
(Not) a Preferred Son-in-Law 64. Danger Lurks
64. Danger Lurks"Uncle Robert. What else? Haven't I left all the decisions to him? Is there something important there?" Leon certainly wondered in his heart. He had indeed handed over all the affairs of the Tan's Industries company to Robert before Leon left for Singapore. Charlie's assistant had proven to be loyal and there was no doubt about his ability to handle the company. He had stayed in Singapore for several days, everything was safe. However, today, Robert suddenly called Leon. It made Leon immediately think of the company he left behind."Hello, Uncle Robert. Is there something urgent and important?" Leon asked after connecting with his grandfather's assistant. [Yes, Young Master. Sorry to bother you. However, the Japanese investor this time really wants to meet with Young Master. He doesn't want to meet with representatives from Tan's Industries, Young Master] said Robert on the other end. Leon nodded in understanding, even though he knew that Robert definitely couldn'
(Not) a Preferred Son-in-Law 65. A Plan Threatened to Fail
Then the four people immediately ate the food served on the table. Leon and Robert did not suspect a thing. They both happened to like the food. They enjoyed it without knowing that a danger was lurking for them both. Hanamura deliberately put sleeping pills in Robert's drink glass, and aphrodisiacs in Leon's drink. Hanamura had ordered different glasses for Leon and Robert so that they would not be mixed up. Then Aurelia cleverly placed each glass in front of Leon and Robert without arousing the slightest suspicion.In the middle of Robert's meal, he choked so he immediately reached for his drink, then he gulped it down until half the glass was left. After that he continued eating. Robert's meal was not even half finished, but the man kept yawning. For some reason, he suddenly felt so sleepy that Robert couldn't focus on eating. The knife Robert was holding slipped several times when slicing the steak on his plate.Leon, who accidentally noticed this, frowned in confusion. He wonder
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86. Revealed
Not getting an answer from Veronica, Ariana couldn't hold back her emotions any longer. She then said something that made Veronica glare and growl in annoyance."Just say that you still love Dion, that's why you can't love Leon. Right?""Mom!" Veronica exclaimed while clenching her fists. "Mom, don't talk carelessly!"Veronica's face looked red, clearly she was holding back her anger at Ariana's accusation. In the past, Veronica did love Dion. When she was married to Leon, she still loved Dion. However, ever since Veronica found out about Dion's affair, all her love for her lover immediately evaporated.Like milk repaid with water from the tuba, Veronica's loyalty was repaid with Dion's betrayal. That alone made Veronica hate Dion. Not to mention the kidnapping incident carried out by Dion, in order to fulfill the man's obsession and revenge on Veronica. Veronica's hatred for Dion became manifold from before. Especially when considering how indifferent Dion was to Veronica who was in
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85. Veronica's Feelings
Veronica was still lost in her thoughts, when suddenly someone entered her room. Especially when the person called her name, truly, the person's arrival was a real surprise for her. "Mommy!" Ariana rushed over to the bed where Veronica was lying, then helped her sit down. For a moment the two women from different generations hugged each other, relieving their longing for each other. "Vero, are you okay, right? Leon came to the house and told me about your condition. Then he ordered a ticket for Mommy to come here."Ariana told what had happened until she suddenly came. Leon, who was on business outside the office, took the time to visit Ariana and tell her about Veronica's progress. Then Leon ordered a ticket for Ariana and gave her the complete address of the hospital where Veronica was being treated. Indeed, Ariana and Leon often communicated, although not directly. Their relationship was good like a harmonious mother-in-law and daughter-in-law relationship. When Veronica was ki
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84. Insecure
Hary took a breath, then exhaled through his mouth. He repeated that over and over again, trying to overcome the nervousness that was hitting him. Especially when he saw Leon enter the cafe and look around, looking for Hary.Seeing that, Hary immediately took the initiative to wave his hand, calling Leon. The owner of Tan's Industries turned his head, he saw Hary's wave. Then Leon stepped closer to Hary's table, making Ardy's father's heartbeat even more irregular.Leon immediately sat right in front of Hary, they were only separated by the table. Leon's calm attitude made Hary flustered, embarrassed and at a loss for words. Feeling nervous and nervous at the same time, confused about how to start the conversation."Just tell me if you want the phone, I'll give it to you."A firm and cold baritone voice came out of Leon's lips, making Hary even more nervous."Ehm!"Hary cleared his throat, trying to control himself and get rid of his nervousness."Mr. Leon, how could you give me this
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83. The Meeting
Leon had indeed told Robert what had happened, until finally Robert himself felt curious about the message Leon had received from Hary. "He's got guts too. He tried to blackmail me. But just look, what will happen to him because of his actions!" Without Hary knowing, Leon had blocked the cellphone through the IT expert he had ordered, so that it could not be opened unless using the original password. Leon was not affected by Hary's threat. "Shouldn't you meet that person, Sir?"Leon had indeed told Robert what had happened, until finally Robert himself was curious about what Hary would do if he met Leon. "For what? The important files in it cannot be opened. In fact, the files have been deleted from here by the IT expert who managed to hack my cellphone." Robert nodded hearing Leon's words. Indeed, there was no point in serving a money-hungry person like Hary. Having already caused problems in the company with a corruption case, how could Hary act up again to blackmail Leon. "Un
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82. Hary's Recklessness
Hary immediately fell silent, seemed to think for a moment. Then, he smiled when he got an idea. Hary whispered something in Toby's ear, until Hary's friend's eyes immediately sparkled."Your idea is also good!" Toby exclaimed happily."Come on, let's execute it right away!" said Hary enthusiastically."But, how are we going to contact Leon? His cellphone is here, it's no use if we call him, it won't connect, right?"Toby denied it again, making Hary annoyed."Yes, we have to try, Leon is not a poor person who only has one cellphone. He must have other cellphones and numbers. If not, we can contact him through his assistant. Or through anyone in the company. You, you really don't use your brain properly!" Hary grumbled at Toby at length, he had racked his brain and thought about what they wanted to do, but Toby always made Hary's blood boil with his pessimistic words. Truly the definition of a person with a short mind. "Okay, I'll just follow what you say. You make the plan, I'll ex
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81. Hary's Plan
Just as Leon was about to breathe a sigh of relief, suddenly his confidant whispered something that made Leon's chest rumble and race again. "What did you say? Is that true?" Leon answered loudly. "That's right, Sir. The boy is the son of Hary Ananta, the chief production supervisor whom you fired some time ago for being involved in corruption," said Leon's confidant who was tasked with finding out the teenage boy who had found his cellphone. "Keep an eye on Hary's family. Report any movement from Hary!" Leon ordered his subordinates. "Okay, Sir, I'll take my leave!"Leon's men then left the place. He and two other Leon men had indeed been assigned to monitor the person who found Leon's cellphone. Leon suddenly became anxious, he was worried that his cellphone would be misused by Hary. Moreover, he remembered that Hary seemed to not accept the dismissal. Leon still remembered that at that time Hary was angry and made a scene. Leon was forced to deploy security guards to drag Hary
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80. New Problems
"Do you know him, Dad?" asked Ardy, who was curious about the change in his father's face. "Where's his cellphone, let Dad hold it. Dad has big plans for him!" Hary, Ardy's father, used to be an ordinary employee at Tan's Industries. At first he was an ordinary employee but over time because of his diligent work he was promoted. From an ordinary employee, then became an assistant supervisor, then rose again to become a production supervisor. The last time he served as chief production.During the company's cleanup of corruption led by Andre, Hary was also involved in it. Although indirectly because Hary was only ordered by Andre, Leon still took firm action against anyone involved in the corruption. He fired him from the company without giving him severance pay, only giving him one month's salary as compensation. Since then, Hary has been wandering around looking for work to pay for his wife and children's living expenses. However, his high prestige and ego due to being spoiled sin
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79. About Ardy
The teenager was walking unsteadily, about to head to the passenger arrival gate to pick up his father's return. He had only walked a few steps when he stopped because his eyes accidentally saw something. "What is that?" he muttered as he walked closer to the object, then picked it up with all the curiosity that was entrenched in his mind. "Whose cellphone is this?" muttered the teenager, his name was Ardy. He was indeed still seventeen years old, a student at a high school.The phone was not just any phone, from the brand, Ardy knew enough that the price of the phone was definitely not cheap. Ardy who often went around the mall and changed phones certainly knew the price of the phone. The price that Ardy thought was fantastic and could even buy a better motorbike than his. "Is it the one I hit earlier that belongs to the sir?" Ardy muttered again, he observed the condition of the phone which fortunately was not damaged. The screen remained intact without scratches or cracks. Maybe
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78. Minor Accident
Meanwhile, Veronica who had just been left by Aurelia laughed softly, laughing at Aurelia's behavior. "When he came he was so fierce, but it turns out that's all the guts he had. His negotiation skills are also really bad." Veronica shook her head. She half couldn't believe that Aurelia was pregnant with Leon's child. Veronica knew very well that Leon was not a man who would follow his lust carelessly. Leon was a man who guarded himself from women who were not his wives.Only Veronica, whose wife has never been touched carelessly, let alone other women. Leon only kissed her forehead or cheek, sometimes kissed the back of Veronica's hand. He didn't do anything strange even though Veronica was his legal wife. They had never even had sex like a husband and wife. Leon knew that Veronica was sick and he never forced her to do it. "Just look, if she's really pregnant, her stomach will definitely get bigger in the next few months. I already suspected that she was faking it earlier. But, w
