Chapter 596 The Negotiation Failed
Azure’s pride ran deep, reaching a breaking point as she could no longer tolerate Christina’s scathing
remarks. Angerced her voice as she retorted, “Christina, is this the result of your upbringing? How
can you disregard your own family and lick the boots of outsiders?”
Christina’s gaze turned icy as she responded, “I grew up with my adoptive mother since young. I might
not have received formal etiquette training, but she has taught me to discern right from wrong and
never sacrifice my conscience for personal ambition.”
Each word she uttered felt like a stinging p on the Gibsons’ face.
Azure was aware of everything that had happened, but driven by her thirst for revenge, she feigned
ignorance even when Anya and Nigel schemed against Christina, plotting to kill her.
Azure’s expression betrayed her disappointment. “Christina, deep down, you still harbor resentment for
the Gibson family’s failure in finding you back. We’ve already exined that we did try to find you. and
when you returned to the family, we also did our best to make amends.” !
With a self-deprecating chuckle, Christina responded, “Go ahead and me me for not appreciating
your kindness. I don’t need you guys to make it up to me. I don’t need it, and I don’t want it.”
After uttering those words, she pushed her chair back and stood up, casting a disdainful gaze down at
Azure. “I’ll repeat this once again. Anya’s kidnapping has nothing to do with me, and Nigel’s
confinement in the police station is the consequence of his own actions. When my dear father finally
sorts himself out, then you cane to find me.”
When Christina was about to turn around and leave, Azure stopped her. “Christina, I’ll cut to the chase.
You can sever ties with the Gibson family if you want, but you must convince Nathaniel not to press
charges against your Uncle Nigel. You must also bring Anya safely back to us and help solve the
Gibson Corporation’s financial issues.
Three conditions were proposed in exchange for Christina’s single demand. What made Azure think
Christina would insist on returning to the Gibson Corporation?
Christina turned back, her gaze filled with mockery as she confronted Azure. “Do you still believe that
the Gibson family reigns over me? Mrs. Lazuli, this isn’t the appropriate way to seek assistance from
someone.”
Approaching the dining table, she ced her hands firmly on the edge, locking eyes with Azure. Her
gaze was cold and unwavering. “So, you expect me to fix the Gibson Corporation’s situation and give
away more of my assets to Nigel? That’s quite a brilliant idea, but you’ve overlooked one crucial point.
Everything Nigel and his family are currently enjoying rightfully belongs to me. Why should I hand over
what is rightfully mine to someone else? Even if you insist on a clear division of assets, remember that
my mother has a rightful share in the Gibson Corporation. Here’s a proposal: return my mother’s
assets, and I’ll let go of everything else. After all, Timothy is still my father, and I won’t abandon him,
especially when I have the means to provide for his well-being.”
Christina’s intention was not to separate the Gibsons. She was aiming to destroy the familial bonds
within the family!
Azure believed she had unraveled Christina’s plots and maniptions. Instead of maintaining her
facade of forced amiability, she exposed her ruthless nature. “Christina, you’re too ambitious! No doubt
you’re the rightful heir to the Gibson family, but let’s not forget you have a brother too. If you decide to
step aside, he’s more than capable of taking the reins and bing a ster sessor to the family.”
Christina responded with a faint grin, “Oh, really? And how do you propose he should inherit the
family? As the eldest son or as the adopted son?”
Azure was seething with anger, so the underlying meaning behind Christina’s words waspletely
lost on her. It’hat has that got to do with anything?
“Does that matter? Yerek will always be the grandchild of the Gibson family,” she uttered.
Christina withdrew her gaze and said meaningfully, “If that’s how it is, then there’s not much left for us
to discuss. I have only one request, and if you’re not willing to fulfill it, I won’t suffer any losses either.”
She turned around and walked away.
Azure’s face contorted with anger as she sank back into her seat, herplexion turning pale. She
shot a furious re toward the direction of the folding screen. “So, you heard it all, didn’t you? Your
daughter has quite the appetite, more ambitious than you were in the past. Let’s see if she’s capable of
fulfilling her grand ambitions!”
Timothy emerged from behind the folding screen on his wheelchair, wearing a grim expression. “Had
you been a little more courteous to her just now, things probably wouldn’t have escted to this point.”
Azure let out a frustrated chuckle. “So you’re ming me for mishandling the situation?”
Timothy’s voice remained calm as he lowered his gaze. That’s not what I meant.”
Azure sneered, “You were the one at fault for keeping me in the dark from the beginning. I wouldn’t
have been so agitated if you had informed me earlier about Christina’s request.”
Observing Timothy’s silence and his subsequent withdrawal into a listless state, Azure could not bring
herself to criticize him any further.
Her tone softened as she spoke. “Timothy, I want you to know that my intentions aren’t driven by
favoritism. Even if Christina decides to separate herself from the Gibson family, I don’t believe you’re in
a position to guide her in managing the Gibson Corporation given your current condition. It would be
better to let Nigel take over for now. Once Yerek bes capable of running thepany, Nigel can
hand over the reins to both you and Yerek.”
Despite the bitterness and mockery surging within Timothy, he managed to maintain aposed.
expression, epting his mother’s decision. “You’re right. My health is deteriorating, and Nigel should
shoulder the burdens of both the family and thepany. Don’t worry, I’ll not mistreat Nigel.”
Azure wore a satisfied smile. “You and Nigel are blood brothers, and it’s important for you to support
each other. Even when you were younger, Nigel had always thought of sharing everything with you.
Now that he’s taking on the heavy responsibility of managing the family business on your behalf, the
two of y maintaining a united front will ensure that we can resolve any issues smoothly.”
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At this point, Azure feltpelled to offer Timothy a word of caution.
To Azure, Christina posed an unpredictable threat. She could not shake off the possibility that Christina
could manipte Timothy and sway him to her side. If Timothy were to distance himself from the
Gibson family, Azure worried that it would create a challenging situation for herself and Nigel.
Timothy responded calmly, “Mom, I’m not feeling well. I’ll go back to the hotel and rest.”
Once again, Azure emphasized. “Remember to prioritize the urgent matter at hand. You must handle
your brother’s situation promptly and continue to persuade Christina. After all, you are her father, and
the bond between a father and daughter is unbreakable.”
Timothy deftly maneuvered his wheelchair and replied softly, “Got it.”
Azure finally stopped talking. She gracefully picked up her cutlery, savoring the vors of the meal
After exiting the restaurant, Timothy approached a ck car parked by the roadside. His former meek
and submissive demeanor dissipated, reced by an ominous and intimidating presence. “Let’s not
rush to release Nigel from lockup. Allowing him to spend a few more days inside will serve as a
valuable lesson.”
The man seated in the driver’s position nodded in acknowledgment. “All right. How about Ms.
Christina? How should we handle her?”
A spark of derision flickered in Timothy’s eyes. “Since she enjoys her own theatrics, let’s just y
along”