Jack straightened his jacket, it was time to meet the Buchanans. The tea banquet will be held shortly. Could it be so terrible as just a tea banquet? Jack convinced himself that he could deal with all of this. Diana will help him. However, Jack had to admit that he was a little nervous.Jack arrives at the Buchanans' mansion and he is not surprised because this mansion is bigger than the one Jack bought. The Buchanans are one of the wealthiest families. Jack climbed out of the car with steady steps, showing absolutely no nervousness."Sir Jack Ashworth, you are expected inside," said a butler."Thank you," replied Jack.He followed the other person's steps and they walked straight into the room where the tea banquet was being held. Jack thought the room would be full of people and members of the Buchanan family, but it was just Diana and an old man. Jack could already guess that the man was Mr. Buchanan, Diana's grandfather."Good evening," said Jack.“Jack!” Diana exclaimed with a wi
“It’s fine for me, Mr. Buchanan. Whatever it is, I will face it,” said Jack confidently.The Collins family is not only rich, but they also have a strong influence in the political arena. Jack might get in big trouble against them. However, already abysmal, Jack could not back down now.“I love your confidence, Ashworth. But I still don't like you for my beloved granddaughter. Diana is the most precious treasure that would be a shame if I give it to someone who just appeared and whose origins are unclear. Sorry if I'm being too straightforward, but you only have one real estate business that is almost bankrupt, while Diana manages many branches of the Buchanan family business. You're not on her level. Moreover, to face the Collins family, I suggest you just step back," said Richard.“That's not going to happen, Mr. Buchanan. There is no step back in my dictionary,” replied Jack.“Ashworth, let me get straight to the point. I invited you here because I have something to offer you. I'm
Suzzane's cries grew louder as the drunken man became more reckless. She felt hopeless, not knowing what she could do in this situation. However, suddenly, another man emerged from the shadows. In an instant, a quick and strong fist hit the drunk man's face, knocking him off the chair.Suzzane was taken aback and froze for a moment, observing the man who had just arrived. The man's face was slightly obscured by shadows, but from his fighting style and actions, Suzzane realized that he was Liam Schmidt.“Leave her alone!” Liam snapped sternly while looking at the drunken man with an angry look.The drunken man tried to get up, but his face was bruised and his eyes wide with shock. Liam took a decisive step forward and punched the man once more, sending him tumbling back down and this time helpless."Bastard," Liam muttered as he looked at the man with a hateful expression.Suzzane was still in shock, surprised by the sudden change in the situation. Liam Schmidt, a man previously nowher
Suzzane continued her drink, continuing to chat with Liam. Their conversation became more and more relaxed, and Suzzane felt more relaxed as time went on. Liam also seemed to enjoy their time together, looked so warm and showed sides that Suzzane had never seen before. They laughed and talked about various topics. Suzzane also began to feel complacent by the atmosphere and the number of drinks he finished. She feels drunk, but at the same time, she feels comfortable around Liam. Her face blushed from the effects of the alcohol and the increasingly intimate atmosphere. When Suzzane looked at Liam, she felt the world spin for a moment. He tried to get up, but his legs didn't seem to listen to his commands. Liam immediately felt the oddness and glanced at her. "Are you alright?" he asked with concern. Suzzane tried to smile and nod, but her hand that was trying to hold the glass caused the glass to spill, dirtying her clothes. "Oops, I'm sorry," said Suzzane in a shrill voice. Liam
Suzzane looked at Liam with a considerate face. She felt like she was standing at a very important crossroads in her life. She could use this opportunity to further investigate Gordon's plans and find out about the tender offer. On the other hand, she is moved by Liam's kindness and wants to start a new life."Liam, I... I am touched by your offer. I feel very grateful for this opportunity," said Suzzane in a low voice, trying to show her gratitude.Liam smiled sincerely. "I'm glad you accepted, Suzzane. I believe you have great potential. Together, we can achieve a lot."Suzzane felt her heart shake. Is she really going to work with Liam to build a better future? Or would she just take advantage of this opportunity for Gordon's scheming?Liam stood up and held out his hand. "How about we end this debate with an agreement? You can work as a junior secretary in my company, with the salary and training to match. You will get the opportunity to learn and grow, and I will get a dedicated
"Jack, are you all right?" Diana asked seeing Jack fall silent. The man looked calm, but still Diana felt worried. Jack looked at Diana and smiled. "I'm fine. Don't worry, Diana, everything will work out fine," Jack replied. Diana took a deep breath. She was still worried, but seeing Jack's confidence, she finally felt a little more at ease. Maybe this man did have something he could use to win against the Collins family. "Then I want to give you one more thing, Jack," said Diana. "What's that?" Diana then took out an envelope from the bag she was carrying. “This contains the documents you need, Jack. I cannot terminate the contract with Green Diamond Village, but I can give you this information. If there's anything I can help, I will definitely help you, you know you can call me anytime," Diana said while handing over the envelope. Jack received the envelope and opened it. “In it, you can find some data that I think might be useful. I'm eighty percent sure that The Hawthornes
Dylan shifted the subject after the conversation about Jack. He glared at Gordon. "How is the progress of your plan to trap Liam using Suzzane?"Gordon was relieved to be able to divert attention from the sensitive topic earlier. He smiled slyly. "Everything's going well, Dad. Suzzane has agreed to be part of the plan. She's managed to get a job as Liam's junior secretary."Dylan nodded in satisfaction. "Okay, but remember, the value of the tender is very large. So make sure your plan goes perfectly. Don't leave the slightest gap."Gordon nodded firmly. "Sure, Dad. I've planned it carefully. Suzzane will gather the information we need from within Liam's company, and that will guarantee the success of our plan."Dylan raised an eyebrow. "Remember, son, if this plan fails, the repercussions will be very detrimental to us. We can't play around in a business this big."Gordon looked at his father with conviction. "Dad, don't worry. I have arranged everything and will ensure that this plan
Suzzane continued, "Let’s meet, Jack. We could talk more about this. I feel like this is too sensitive to talk over the phone."Jack thought for a moment. He felt strange about this offer, but if Suzzane really had important information, he needed to know it. "Okay, where and when?"Suzzane sounded relieved. "Tomorrow, at one of the downtown cafes. Would 3 pm be good for you?"Jack thought about his schedule for a moment. "Okay, I'll come."After the phone was hung up, Suzzane felt disoriented. She doubted whether she had made the right decision to tell Jack and ask for help. Her heart and mind were racing. What she does now could have a big impact on her plans and her life.As she sits in her room, Suzzane muses about their past with Jack. The memories appeared like a flash of light in her mind. She remembered how they had laughed together, talked about dreams and the future, and also the romantic moments they had shared. Suzzane felt a strong feeling of love surging within her, even