Chapter 386
Despite saying that, Maria scanned the room to search for Dn.
“Aunt Talia, why isn''t Dn home yet?” she asked tentatively.
Talia sighed loudly on purpose andined, “Musk Group is in a severe financial crisis now. Dn
has been leaving home early and returningte every day in an effort to save thepany from its
downfall. We have no choice...”
“Don''t worry, Aunt Talia. I''ll talk to my dad and brother when I get home and tell them to help your
company with the finances. That should be able to solve Musk Group''s problem,” Maria offered
ingratiatingly.
Although she had studied business, all she cared about was having fun. In fact, she only managed to
get epted into her school at her parents'' expense. As a result, she knew nothing about the tricks
and schemes of the business circle.
Being the na?ve girl that she was, she thought she just had to act coy in front of her father and brother,
who adored her, and they would be persuaded to finance Musk Group.
“You''re such a good girl. The man who gets to marry you will be so lucky.”
While Maria and Talia were conversing, Dn walked in. Even in his drunken state, he emanated a
frosty aura.
Under the light, his attractive features looked even more charming.
“Dn, you''re back!” Maria had been keeping an eye on the door since earlier. Upon seeing Dn, she
approached him enthusiastically.
Immediately, Dn''s face darkened. “Mom, why is she here?”
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He had no liking for this bimbo cousin of his who was so full of herself despite her foolishness.
Because of her, he was utterly humiliated before Avery in Azure Royal thest time. His distaste for
Maria grew further since that incident.
Feeling thirsty, Dn ignored Maria''s gaze of admiration and got the jug from the coffee table. After
pouring himself a ss of water, he chugged it down.
“Dn, what''s with your attitude toward your cousin? She came all the way here to visit me. How could
you treat her like this?” chided Talia unhappily when she saw how cold Dn was toward Maria.
She continued, “Did you drink again? How many times have I told you? It hasn''t been long since Maria
returned to the country, so you should spend more time with her. Why don''t you ever listen? Do you
want to see me die of anger?”
Talia''s nagging was making Dn''s patience run thin.
He raised his leg and kicked the coffee table before him forcefully.
He raised his leg and kicked the coffee table before him forcefully.
As the coffee table slid forward abruptly, the coffee pot on the table dropped to the floor and shattered
into pieces.
Seeing the mess in the living room, Talia frowned and scolded, “Dn, what are you doing? Do you
even see me as your mother?”
“Mom, I want to be alone. Stop disturbing me. I''m not in the mood!” Dn groaned in exasperation as
he sat down on the couch and hugged his head despondently.
It had been a while since he and Avery divorced, but he couldn''t stop thinking about her.
Even when he tried to numb himself with work and alcohol, it was useless. He felt that he was utterly
hopeless.
The fact that he couldn''t have her to himself made his urge to win her heart even stronger.
Talia couldn''t help but sigh when she saw Dn''s state. She asked the housekeeper to clean up the
ce before resuming her lecture. “Look at you. You''ve been so aggressive and short-tempered since
you were young. Whenever things don''t go your way, you start smashing things. That''s a terrible habit!
If your dad were here, you two would surely get into a fight. If you have any problems, don''t keep them
to yourself. Tell me about it, or you can talk to Maria. It''s easier for you youngsters tomunicate with
each other, after all.”
Maria squatted down before Dn and added carefully, “Dn, are you troubled with work? I heard
from Aunt Talia that Musk Group is experiencing some financial problems, but don''t worry. I—”
“Could you two please just stop talking?”
Dn stood up in a huff and put on the jacket he had just removed. His hoarse voice was tinged with
exhaustion as he said, “I need to go out to attend to something. Go to sleep first. Don''t wait for me.”
“You''ve just arrived home, and you''re going out again? You can''t leave! Are you going to hang out with
those good-for-nothing friends of yours again?” Talia roared in frustration.
“Dn, you can''t go anywhere because I''m here today. You have to stay at home with me!” uttered
Maria adamantly while she stood in his way.
Dn merely shot her a disdainful nce before shoving her to the side.
Fortunately, Maria crashed into the soft couch at the side. Although she didn''t fall to the ground, she felt
her head spinning from the hard push.
It was during that time when she heard the door being mmed shut and the car outside being started.
She hurriedly ran outside, but what greeted her was the sight of the car speeding away. Feeling
aggrieved, she threw herself into Talia''s arms and sobbed.
The next day, Avery noticed that Cecelia''splexion looked better.
She smiled in relief, but at the thought of the renovation project they were in charge of, she started
feeling nervous again.
Not only was that project stressful, but it was also very demanding. She couldn''t help but wonder if the
pregnant Cecelia could keep working on it.
Besides, Cecelia was about to be promoted. If the news of her pregnancy got out, she would surely be
subject to criticism.
As if sensing her worries, Cecelia said calmly, “Since I have decided to keep this baby, I''ll just go with
the flow. Avery, I don''t think I can keep working on that project anymore, considering my health now. I
have talked to the higher-ups and requested a transfer, so another colleague will take my ce. You
have to perform well so Vivi Group won''t look down on our team. Okay?”
Avery nodded in understanding. “Cecelia, I will work hard.”
Cecelia then took out a gray sh drive from her bag and handed it to Avery carefully. “This sh drive
contains my collection of materials on architectural designs. There is also some information about
construction projects and topography. In short, there are lots of things to learn from here. It also
includes myption of sessful renovation projects by renowned experts in recent decades. You
can learn from their experiences.”
“Thank you, Cecelia. Words cannot express how grateful I am to you,” Avery expressed sincerely while
taking the sh drive.
Due topetition among employees, people in the workce were usually very calcting. Most of
them were friendly on the surface, but the rivalry behind the back was intense. They would never share
any of their valuable tips with others.
On the contrary, Cecelia was like an angel, so it was only natural that Avery was so deeply touched by
her kind gestures.
With a smile, Cecelia told Avery, “Among all my colleagues, I feel the most connected to you. This sh
drive is password-protected. I''ll send the password to your WhatsAppter.”
It was during that time when she heard the door being mmed shut and the car outside being started.