"What do you think you are? You tell us to disband, and we should just do it? Do you have any idea what we've contributed to this company? We're the company's backbone; what gives you the right to say that?"Several researchers were unhappy and furious, their eyes fixed intently on Ashton.The group would have rushed up and torn the other party apart if Aerin had not interfered."What's this?" Aerin had someone bring over the white jade bottle."Open it and see for yourself." Ashton leaned back in his chair, sipping his tea.When they opened the bottle, an exotic fragrance filled the air, unfolding in everyone's nostrils—a mix of lily and a milk-like scent akin to a toddler's smell.Tipping the bottle, out came several thumb-sized pills."I call these Active Reviving Pills. Their purpose is simple—eliminate the pigments and toxic substances in the skin, rejuvenating its elasticity and glow, making it supple."The air in the conference room turned quiet. Moments later, everyone
"Miss Blau, you're an intelligent woman. You can't possibly believe that I'm giving you these Active Reviving Pills for free," Ashton said."You want to use Anthony as leverage to have me work for the Acton Chamber of Commerce for free. Do you think such a deal exists?""I do not understand what you are talking about," Aerin said, retracting her hand. Her eyes looked icy, and the atmosphere in the conference hall suddenly became tense."Very well, let me clarify," Ashton said."I can give you the formula and the simplified production method, but I have two conditions."First, remove Anthony from the Acton Chamber of Commerce."Second, I want two medicinal ingredients that are at least 300 years old or one that is over 500 years old."The entire conference hall fell into a hushed silence.It was madness—trying to haggle with Miss Blau while making such audacious demands. Anthony served as the Acton Chamber of Commerce spokesperson in Edren Country and was critical to the organiz
Switched off?Ashton dialed several times. He also tried calling her best friend, Gwen, but her phone was switched off.What was going on?"Mister Levin, how did it go? We must leave immediately. Otherwise, something terrible might happen," Xavier Lockwood said.Rather than responding hastily, Ashton called Aunt Theresa and Anthony to inquire and provide instructions about Yanne's performance. Anthony promptly assured him that he would attend Yanne's performance in his stead. Relieved, Ashton was temporarily at ease.A 700-year-old ancient medicine was almost a king of medicine.A 500-year-old ingredient was qualified as ancient medicine, an 800-year-old one was a king of medicine, and a 1000-year-old one was a magical remedy—a lifeform in itself.Such a treasure, if missed, could never be bought again, not even with all the money in the world.With the Starflower, he could brew a panacea capable of fundamentally transforming Yanne and Aunt Theresa's constitutions, ensuring the
A glint appeared in Gwen's eye as she laughed. "Absolutely. If he's not jealous, he'll think you're cheap.'"Nobody treasures something easily attainable. Make him realize he could lose you anytime, and then he'll truly cherish you."Yanne pursed her lips, seemingly agreeing with Gwen's perspective. Had Ashton been so obsessed with Alora all these years because she never truly cared for him and instead had ambiguous relationships with other men?"Yanne, trust me. As women, we need to take control. We can't let men lead us around by the nose," Gwen said."Alright, I'm going to change." Yanne sighed and turned to enter the cabin. The conversation had left her feeling oppressed. As a woman—or more precisely, as a young woman—she wished to be the focus of her lover's attention. However, given her upbringing and moral boundaries, she would not betray or hurt Ashton.Inside the restroom, Yanne was studying her reflection when she suddenly froze. Behind her stood a man. He was staring in
The expression on York's face was indiscernible.He looked at the waitress next to him. "Find an appraiser."In a short while, an old man hurried from the backstage.He took a magnifying glass to identify the precious pink diamond gemstone and finally came to a conclusion. "It's fake."The crowd was in an uproar.Alora looked at Hugo in surprise and then at the stands.York's pink diamond, which cost hundreds of millions, was stolen."Seal off and set up stations at all exits, especially the deck and the rear cabin, to prevent people from jumping into the sea."Everyone, an unpleasant event has occurred."We will conduct body searches and inspections on all suspects, and we hope everyone will cooperate with the searches."Of course, I can't help it if you all were to refuse. The sharks on the high seas are hungry and must love to have some human flesh for a meal."York's face was frighteningly cold.The audience in the VIP section was anxious when they heard that.Most of
"Gwen, why are you accusing me of theft? I didn't steal anything. I never even left the locker room. I didn't steal anything." Yanne was desperate beyond words. She cried in grievance.Gwen turned her head guiltily and stood with Kaylee and the others."Did she steal it?" Kaylee looked shocked."Do you think I will lie on such matters? You will never truly know a person. Even though she looks innocent and pure, you don't know what she's capable of," Gwen said with contempt. "I have been her best friend for so long, and I know her better than any of you."I initially felt bad for her and did not want to expose her in front of a crowd, but now we are all going to be stripped naked, and she still doesn't want to admit that she's the thief. She's doing this to get us all in trouble."Everyone's eyes suddenly turned to Yanne.Kaylee's clothes were about to be stripped off, yet the main offender had not admitted their mistakes. The offender clearly did not care about what others were g
"Don't you think this is amazing? Alora, you should hate your ex-husband, right? Don't you feel happy seeing his new flame tortured?" Hugo said with a smile.Alora turned her head and glared at him. "You're insane! Whatever beef I have with my ex-husband has nothing to do with other people!"She admitted that she hated Yanne when she saw her with Ashton and even said humiliating things, but she regretted it after the Brash Tigers Army Corps incident.Yanne was braver than her and loved Ashton more than she did.Alora and Ashton had divorced, so Yanne had the right to pursue her love bravely. Her so-called hatred was just her ego acting out. She needed someone to blame for her misery.Hugo shrugged and said, "Anyway, no matter what, she stole things and brought this upon herself. No one can save her today."Alora fell silent and sighed.Indeed, she had to admit that Yanne would probably suffer a terrible fate, and no one could save her.Yanne, who had fainted countless times, ju
"Don't worry, Ash followed the Lockwood family to the Central South. He must have something important to do. He's a busy man, and we can't disturb him." Anthony lowered his head. "Let's find Yanne first."Soon, the convoy came to the harbor.Many people surrounded the harbor as a group of police officers closed off the scene, and even an ambulance arrived."It's horrible. How can someone do such an evil thing? How terrible must someone be to torture another person into this state?""I heard that she was sent ashore by a fishing boat, and the girl was thrown off from the Elizabeth.""Hey, a human life is nothing to rich people. We are all nothing more than fish food to them."A passing student said, surprised, "She is wearing the South Edren University Dance Club's uniform. Is she a student from our school?"Yanne's face was unrecognizable, making it more difficult to identify her."Get out of the way, get out of the way now!"When Anthony heard the chatter among the crowd, his