Their conversation piqued Nelly’s attention, her ears perking up in curiosity. “What transpired?” she inquired, her voice carrying a certain lilt.


    Sliding into a seat, Chris elucidated with a sly grin gracing his lips, “That woman had the audacity to demand ess to the surveince footage. But, my dear friends, I saw Tommy shoot me a knowing nce before erasing that particr section. One might say we operated in perfect harmony.”


    At that moment, Nelly turned her gaze towards Tommy, a mixture of awe and admiration gleaming in her eyes.


    Tommy casually ruffled his hair, his demeanor exuding a sense of cool. “No need for des, my dear Nelly. I am fully aware of my intellectual prowess.”


    The words burst from Ross’ mouth, the intensity of his admiration evident. “Tommy, this is the first instance where I am genuinely in awe of you. Your execution was simply superb!”


    A smug smile crept across Tommy’s face. “To be honest, I’m rather impressed with myself too.”


    The trio exchanged excited high-fives, their enthusiasm palpable.


    A smile tugged at Nelly’s lips as she observed their jubtion. “Nevertheless, I must express my gratitude to all of you for your assistance earlier. Ross mentioned that she contacted the authorities.”


    “Boss, you’re far too kind. Had you not intervened, I fear I would have engaged in a physical altercation,” Chris admitted earnestly.


    Nelly burst intoughter, a sound that seemed to emanate naturally from her. Chris had always been theposed one among the trio, making his words all the more genuine.


    In that moment, Ross cleared his throat, fixing his gaze upon Nelly. “That woman at the entrance made quite an audacious im regarding Lucas Corporation being backed by Morris Corporation. Ms. Jackson, she seems hell-bent on bringing you down. Perhaps you should speak to Morris Corporation and request they cease cooperating with Lucas Corporation. She possesses an excessive amount of arrogance!”


    Nelly’s brow furrowed in consternation. “Ick the authority to do so.”


    “Enough with your pretenses. We are well aware of your true identity,” Ross interjected sternly.


    “Oh, I must correct your assumptions. Your previous conjecture was wed,” Nelly retorted with a hint of mischief.All text ? N?velD(r)a''ma.Org.


    The three men were taken aback, their expressions reflecting their surprise.


    We were mistaken?


    “I bear no rtion to anyone in Morris Corporation. Alpha Morris may be a close friend of my grandfather, but that does not make me some illegitimate daughter of Morris Corporation’s leader. If that were the case, I would hardly be working alongside all of you here,” she exined sinctly.


    Ross was dumbfounded. After a brief moment, he finally mustered the courage to speak. “B-But you are still closer to Morris Corporationpared to Lucas Corporation, correct?”


    Realizing Ross’ fixation on the matter, Nelly regarded him suspiciously. “Why must we make suchparisons?”


    Unable to contain himself, Tommy burst intoughter, reveling in the opportunity to exin. He recounted Ross’ grandiose derations, mimicking his gestures and expressions, causing fits of uncontroble mirth.


    Chris, too, found himself chuckling at the unexpected disy. Who would have thought Ross could be so pompous?


    They found immense amusement inparing his previous demeanor to his current one.


    Only Ross appeared grim, his gaze fixed upon Nelly. “Ms. Jackson… You simply toyed with my emotions, did you not?”


    With the situation evolving into sheer hrity, Nelly felt it would be a disservice to remain silent. She offered Ross a sympathetic yet grateful nce. “Fear not, Ross. I shall always remember the lengths you went to for me today…”


    Ross felt himself teetering on the edge of madness. “Please refrain from such scares, Ms. Jackson…”


    Nelly smiled, a brilliant and captivating vision. “I care not. If I lose my position and find myself cklisted, I shall ensure your well-being, Ross,” she assured him, her tone sincere.


    He begged pitifully, “Remember your words, please?”


    “Mm. I shall.”


    Observing Ross’ determination to continue being shameless, Tommy quickly intervened. “Enough, my friend. If you persist in this behavior, I shall begin to believe you are an incorrigible fool.”


    A re shot from Ross’ eyes. “You’re merely envious of me.”


    “Oh, undoubtedly. I am consumed by jealousy at your remarkable shamelessness,” Tommy retorted.


    Ross was left speechless, unable to muster a response.


    Nelly couldn’t help but feel an overwhelming sense of gratitude as she nced at her loyalpanions.


    Though they held no blood ties, their unwavering support and trust spoke volumes. They had gone above and beyond to stand by her side in moments of need.


    In that moment, an indescribable feeling washed over her, filling her with profound appreciation.