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(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
(Not) a Preferred Son-in-Law 66. What Do They Want?
"It looks like Leon! Come on, faster!" Aurelia exclaimed.Aurelia saw a figure of a man walking a little ahead of them. She was sure that it was Leon. Judging from the suit he was wearing, it was exactly the same color as the one Leon had worn earlier. Understandably, Leon had come straight to the restaurant after work, so he hadn't had time to change into his work clothes.The figure of the man who was Leon realized that a car was driving behind him. He turned his head and when the car was hit by the light, Leon recognized it as Hanamura's car, the car that was parked in the restaurant's special parking lot earlier and happened to be next to Leon's parked car."They're chasing me. I must not get caught!" Leon monologued and resolved himself, he would try his best to escape Aurelia and Hanamura's pursuit. Leon ran while holding back the heat and the desire to be touched. "That's Leon. He ran away from us on purpose!" Aurelia exclaimed, feeling furious and disappointed because her wi
(Not) a Preferred Son-in-Law 67. About Aurelia and Hanamura
"Yes, Uncle Robert. What's up? Have you found it? What?"Leon dropped his phone, he was really shocked when he heard what Robert said.[Sir! Young Master! Are you okay?]Robert's voice calling and worrying about him suddenly disappeared because Leon turned off his phone. Leon held his chest which felt tight. Every time he remembered his late parents, there was a tightness that surged in his chest. Sadness mixed with regret always came to hit him.Until now, Leon's biggest regret was why Leon didn't stop his parents from leaving. Leon had already had a bad feeling about them, but he didn't tell them and didn't try to prevent them from leaving. Until finally the news of the plane crash was heard and his parents were among the victims. [Hanamura felt a grudge against your family, because the late Mr. Hanson stole Hanamura's lover, Mrs. Irenne, your mother, Young Master] Robert's words over the phone earlier clearly reminded Leon of his past wounds. "That means Hanamura can't be undere
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93. Fishing for Emotions
Leon did know where Charlie kept the document. However, Leon did not immediately tell his two uncles. He had to make sure of something first before giving the document. Long before Charlie died, Leon had received a mandate from Charlie. Leon's grandfather seemed to have felt a premonition that his life would not be long. So, Charlie called Leon to his office in Charlie's magnificent residence. Charlie immediately came and sat in front of his grandfather. He lowered his face because he thought Charlie would scold him. "Leon, Grandpa will tell you something very important, for what will happen in the future," said Charlie, making Leon look up curiously."Okay, Grandpa. Leon is ready to accept whatever Grandpa has to say," Leon replied with sparkling eyes. Leon realized that Charlie was not in the mood to scold him. Leon was really curious about what his only grandfather wanted to say. Then Charlie showed Leon a photo of the ownership documents for assets in the form of a large area
92. Document
Hany was really hesitant, she wanted to fight back and not follow Bastian's request. However, the lives of her two loved ones were in danger. If Hany followed Bastian's request, of course Hany also had to bear the risk. It was possible that her boss would find out what Hany was doing and she could be fired from her job."What should I do? Should I just play along with this game?" Hany muttered while squeezing her hair in frustration.Like it or not, Hany finally checked the financial report made by Bastian again. Several times her lips cursed when she found such a large amount in several parts."Damn it! How could he invite me to conspire to commit corruption. If I didn't think about the lives of my mother and sister, I wouldn't have followed his wishes. Dirty games like this are not something I like," Hany muttered as she continued to check. Hany decided to print the report so she could study it. After printing it, Hany circled the parts where the nominal amount was inflated. Then s
91. Hesitant
"Don't do it again!" Hany's boss said curtly, glaring at Hany and leaving the place. Hany breathed a sigh of relief. However, her relief faded when suddenly someone came and stood right in front of her. "Mr. Bastian. How can I help you?" Hany asked, she was surprised because it was unusual for Bastian to come to her desk on purpose. Bastian often passed by her office, but his main destination was not Hany, but Hany's boss or another department head. "Didn't we make an agreement last night, you said, you're proud to follow what I ordered?"Hany stared in shock, until she became nervous at once. "S-so, it was S-sir who called me last night?" Without answering Hany's question, Bastian immediately dragged a chair and sat beside Hany. "Now do what I told you to do!" Bastian ordered, although it sounded low but full of emphasis and firmness. "W-what should I do, Sir?" Hany looked at Bastian with a confused face, she didn't know what the desires and goals of the man who was in a dif
90. Under Pressure
[Alright. It seems like you really want to play with me. Or... do you want your sister and mother to suffer the same fate as that rabbit?]Hany and her mother looked at each other. That person was the sender of the mysterious package. But who? And what was his purpose?"Ask, what do you want?" her mother whispered to Hany, and Hany responded with a nod."Tell me what you really want!" Hany shouted to the person on the other end.[Calm down, don't shout. Just follow my instructions, later you will find out for yourself what my purpose is]Hany was silent for a while, she was thinking and considering. Hany's mother whispered something, making Hany nod and say to the person on the phone, "just tell me, what should I do." [Tomorrow morning we will take action. I will come to your workplace!] Hany was surprised, she spontaneously replied, "what do you mean? What are you going to do at my workplace? I can't accept random guests during working hours!" [Don't worry, no one will scold us]
89. Mysterious Package
Bastian seemed impatient to wait for tomorrow. He planned to pressure the financial staff to cooperate with him. Then he would slowly channel the difference in funds into his own account, until the company would eventually go bankrupt. "Feel it, Leon. Just wait for your destruction!" The next day, Bastian carried out his plan. He called the financial staff and offered them a mutually beneficial cooperation. Bastian promised a fantastic amount for the staff. However, it turned out that the staff flatly rejected Bastian's plan.Getting such a reaction, Bastian did not give up. Instead, he felt even more challenged to conquer the woman who was a financial staff. With his cunning brain, he followed the financial staff named Hany when she came home from work. Bastian spied on where her house was and who her family was. After confirming her home address, Bastian returned to his own house. He called someone he ordered to do something to Hany and her family. And without waiting long, that
88. New Problem
Hary decided to go to a bar and get drunk there. Unexpectedly, he met someone who had the same hatred for Leon. The two of them talked and expressed what they wanted to do to Leon. "So, we have to be careful in our moves, don't let us fail again!" said Hary's friend. "Are you ready, Hary?" "Of course. I'm very ready for that!" replied Hary, he stretched out his hand holding the glass, toasting with Bastian, his friend.Bastian is one of Leon's employees, he serves as a production manager. In the past, Bastian worked at the head office. However, since Leon took over the company, Bastian was transferred to a company that was also a subsidiary of Tan's Industries. That is why Bastian holds a grudge against Leon. While at the head office, Bastian was able to collude with several of his superiors for corruption. Like a rat in a tie that eats away at the company, they have a neat and structured network. However, Leon managed to sniff out their behavior and one by one Leon fired the peopl
87. Unfinished Revenge
"Mr. Leon gave the phone to you. But there is a condition."Hary was forced to say that to his son. He hoped that with that condition Ardy would try if he wanted something."What is the condition, Dad?"Ardy immediately approached and sat next to his father after saying that. He was really curious about the conditions his father gave if he R the phone."The condition is qhat you have to study harder and your grades must not drop because you are too busy playing with the phone," said Hary with a serious face."Okay, Ardy agrees!"Don't just say you agree without any proof. You have to prove that your grades didn't go down because of that phone!" Ardy nodded in agreement, he did have a phone, but Hary never bought him a fancy phone because of his financial situation. When Hary was still working, Ardy often changed phones. However, after Hary was fired from his job, Ardy could no longer change phones and was forced to use the phone he already had. Ardy accepted the phone from Leon with
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
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
