Chapter 293
Chapter 293 Laying Low
Upon returning to the hotel, Nancy provided Oliver with some basic first-aid. He had cried all the way
back and waspletely exhausted, falling into a deep sleep.
When Oliver woke up, he felt an intense chill.
“Mommy, what are you doing?”
In the bathroom, Nancy poured cold water over Oliver from above. Shivering from the cold, Oliver
struggled to stand up from the bathtub, but she pushed him back down with one hand.
“M-Mommy, I’m s-so cold.” Oliver’s body turned blue as he shivered uncontrobly. He hugged himself,
trying to keep warm.
Nancy gently stroked his hair with a smile. “Be good, Ollie. Just endure a little longer. Daddy wille
to see you soon. Our family will be together, and you’ll have a Daddy soon.”
The little one opened his innocent eyes wide and nodded. “Okay, I’ll listen to you, Mommy”
“Good boy. Later, I’ll get you your favorite ice cream,”
“Okay!”
The room service attendant brought another bucket of ice cubes, which Nancy dumped into the
bathtub.
“Mommy, I don’t feel well…
“We’ll be done in a moment.”
After half an hour, Nancy finally lifted him out of the icy bathtub. Without even drying him off, she let
him sleep on the couch,pletely naked, facing the window.
During the night, Oliver developed a high fever, with his body temperature reaching thirty-nine degrees.
He fell into a state of unconsciousness, his entire body burning hot like a furnace.
Nancy took him to the hospital overnight, and the doctor immediately gave him an acetaminophen
injection.
Oliver’s condition began to improve at six o’clock in the morning.
The nurse told Nancy, “The child’s fever has almost subsided. You can go downstairs to settle the bill,
and by the afternoon, you can proceed with the discharge procedures.”
“Alright. Thank you for your help, nurse.”
The nurse found her somewhat familiar but couldn’t remember where she had seen her before.
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Once the nurse left the ward, Nancy’s expression returned to its icy demeanor. Her gaze was fierce
and cold as she looked at the child still attached to the IV drip. She murmured softly, “Don’t me me
for doing this; I had no other choice. I can’t just stand by and watch him marry another woman. If we
want him toe back to us, this is the only way.”
With a heart of stone, Nancy left, leaving no one to watch over the lonely and helpless child. Time
passed, bit by bit, yet the hospital room remained silent.
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In a luxurious private room in Primas za, Will should naturally sit in the main seat due to his
seniority. However, they were discussing business now, and in the business world, familial rtionships
held no weight. Moreover, everyone who came to Hulbury had to show respect to the Smith family,
regardless of
their status.
“Is there really no room for negotiation, Mr. Smith?” Will’s fingers moved rhythmically over the rosary in
his hand. His facial expression remained steady, a hint of a smile ying on his lips, betraying no sign
of any unusual emotions.
Will had always been like that. When he smiled, it appeared sincere and honest, making him seem.
harmless. He truly appeared like a benevolent man who would save the world.
But beneath that facade was nothing but a disgusting, evil man, enough to make one’s stomach churn.
Even the most ferocious wildcat was nothing when it encountered a tiger.
Jasper wiped his hands with a warm towel. “As I’ve said before, Mr. Swan, in front of Eileen, I call you.
father-inw because we are family, after all. I’m doing this for your own good. Having Caerulus.
Corporation be a subsidiary of Smith Corporation is a win-win situation. Currently, Caerulus
Corporation’s annual ie is around fifty million. Once Caerulus Corporation joins Smith
Corporation, the projected annual ie will be at least three hundred million. To the Smith family, this
three hundred million is insignificant. Furthermore, under non-essential circumstances, Smith
Corporation will not interfere with Caerulus Corporation’s decisions for any reason. You will still hold
your position as director, Mr. Swan. It’s just that the position of CEO needs to be filled by someone
else.”
Will’s temples throbbed with visible veins, his eyes zing with anger. Yet, he maintained a smile on
his face. “Mr. Smith, over the years, everyone in thepany has witnessed Eric’s management. If we
suddenly rece him now, what about the projects under his charge?”
Jasper answered, “There’s no need for you to worry about these matters, Mr. Swan. I will arrange for
someone to handle the transition. Of course, if there’s anyone else you trust, they can also be involved.
Oh, by the way, I heard that Caerulus Corporation has been facing some financial issuestely. Xuereb
Bank has been slow to release the funds you need. It seems that the sessor you’ve been grooming
is somewhatcking in ability, I think it would be better to dismiss the person who brought crisis to the
company now to avoid causing bigger troublester.”
Turning to shoot Will an indifferent gaze, the corners of Jasper’s mouth lifted slightly. “After everything
that’s been said, I believe you should understand, Mr. Swan, my only intention is for you to sign this
contract. The benefits Smith Corporation offers to Caerulus Corporation will not be taken back, not
even a single penny. Furthermore, we will provide you with a check to ensure the projects continue. I
wouldn’t want to have my wedding with Eileen without seeing my father-inw there.”
If the development of thend in Newcove wasn’tpleted as scheduled, there were two
consequences. Firstly, there was a tenfold penalty for breach of contract. Secondly, if the penalty
couldn’t be paid, Will faced the risk of imprisonment.
Before he could speak, Jasper stood up, his gaze fixed on him as he began, “I’ll leave the contract here
for you to review at your leisure, Father. If there are any shorings, we can discuss them at any
time. You have half a day, no extensions!”
After saying that, he left immediately.
Fabian left the attached contract in front of Will.
After a half-minute of silence, Will kicked over the table in front of him. The waitress who was about to
come in and clean up was immediately stunned on the spot upon seeing this.
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The waitress nervously stammered, “Um, okay, sir.”
Irst, and dont tell anyone what you saw.”
Before she could get a good look at him, the waitress hurriedly left the area.
“Jasper’s intention is simply to undermine my authority. There’s no need for you to get so upset,
Father,” Eric poured a cup of tea and walked over to the couch to offer it to Will.
Will scoffed coldly, taking the teacup. “Did you hear everything that was just said?”
Eric nodded. “He simply doesn’t like me being part of the family. My presence is nothing but a threat to
him, especially because of Eileen…”
It seemed that the matter he had investigated had truly upset him greatly, to the point where he had
lost. hisposure!
But for Eric, this was just the beginning.
Will took a sip of his drink, his anger subsiding considerably. “I told you to consider going abroad with
Ms. Friedman. What’s your decision? This is a good opportunity for you to leave. It would be a chance
to learn and also toy low for a while.”
Eric stood to the side, chuckling lightly. “Father, are you really taking a young woman’s words
seriously? Our alliance with the Friedman family is nothing more than a public deration of opposition
against the Smith family. You saw what happened at the engagement banquet. Now is not the right
time to align with the Friedman family.”
Will nced at him. “From what you’re saying, does that mean you have your own matters to attend
to?”
Eric replied, “There have been some issues at Raven Gang recently that need to be addressed.”
“Alright, once thepany’s issues are resolved, I’ll find a way to get you back in. For now, take some
time.
to rest.
“Yes, Father.”