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Henry’s remarks made Victoria extremely ufortable. Moreover, his confident
expression and tone made it seem as if what he sald was indeed true. What did not
exist was being spoken of as if it had be a reality.
“If you have truly moved on from him, you should be nonchnt upon hearing me
say this. After all, when a wound is healed, you don’t feel anything when touched.”
“Is that so?” She chuckled lightly. “Mr. Poole… While a healed wound may not hurt.
when lightly touched, if you take a stick and forcefully strike it, can you be certain it
won’t hurt?”
After hearing her response, he raised an eyebrow. “Just making a casual remark. Is
it necessary to take it so seriously? Or perhaps, you’re implying that the wounded.
hasn’t fully recovered from their severe wounds.”
As Victoria heard this, a cold smile gradually appeared on the corners of her lips.
“You’re mistaken. I honestly don’t mind.”
Henry shrugged. “Miss Selwyn, if you can move on and focus on your career, it
would be the best oue for employees like us.” At this point, he decided not to
probe further and stopped the conversation. “The materials are on the desk, but I
suppose you don’t require them anymore. I’ll step out and attend to my duties. By
the way, we have a new candidate today, though I’m unsure if they’ll join. If you need
any assistance, feel free to reach out.”
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After he left, Victoria remained alone in the office. The emotions stirred up by his
remarks gradually calmed down. Once she settled her mind, she began to see some
validity in what Henry had said, albeit his infuriating words.
Since she had already decided to move on and treat ric as a stranger, why would
she be repulsed by cooperating with him? However, she was worried about another
point–her children, Nicole and Nathan.
Once she coborated with Cadogan Group, she knew there would be inevitable
interactions with ric in the future, and as time passed…
While others might not have noticed, she was keenly aware her children bore a
subtle resemnce to him. However, due to their young age and still–developing
features, their simrities were not pronounced.
If people were to recognize the parent–child rtionship, it would undoubtedly be
remarked upon how strikingly the children resembled their father. However, if they
were unaware of the connection, they would not perceive any resemnce
between these two children and him.
If he were to discover the children’s existence, would he try to take them away from
her? In theory, he should’ve already moved on with udia after I left, and they
might even have children by now, right? It’s unlikely he’lle and try to take my
children away, isn’t it? But who knows if there’s a possibility?
Victoria was deeply concerned. She had initially believed that starting herpany
in Jasea would enable her to ovee all obstacles, but she already felt like
surrendering at the first sign of difficulty. Regardless, the mere thought of that
possibility was enough to make her feel utterly unwilling to ept it.
Never mind, I’lle up with another solution.
The interviewee was informed about thepany’s recent establishment andck
of resources. Despite acknowledging Henry’s impressive credentials, the
interviewee shook their head and decided to leave. Just before departing, they
expressed their opinion to Henry, saying, “I believe it’s more dependable to work for
a well–establishedpany. Your small startupcks support, and what if it fails in
the future?”
After saying that, they simply picked up their briefcase and left without mercy.
When Victoria came out, Henry was still watching them leave.
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“Didn’t work out?”
He shook his head and sighed. “They preferred a well–establishedpany over our
small startup.”
She stood quietly in ce for a while, then suddenly leaned on the desk with both
hands and asked, “Mr. Poole, what do you think about finding a prominent
international conglomerate to support us?”
“Even if we can’t secure one, it’ll still be beneficial to find someone who can support
1. us. However, as a smallpany, we must consider the current job market. Many
people here are seeking stable employment. Even if we approach a big international
conglomerate, they might not be familiar with the local businessndscape. While
we may find a few individuals willing to join us, the number may not be significant.”
At this, Victoria had some preliminary ideas. “So, you’re saying this could still be a
viable option as ast resort?”
“Yes, that’s right. So, are you implying that you have some potential overseas
backing?” Henry’s expression turned curious. “If you don’t mind, may I ask a
personal question?”
She already knew what he wanted to ask, so she immediately rejected him after he
finished speaking. “I do mind.”
Hearing that, he could not help but chuckle. “Well, what I wanted to ask is whether
you have remarried or are still single.”
Speechless, Victoria looked at him helplessly. “I refuse to answer this question.”
“Alright, fair enough. I just can’t resist a little gossip since nobody else is around to
chat with.”
Indeed, no one wasing to work. She nced at the time and noticed it was
almost time to pick up her children from school. She turned to Henry and said, “If
you don’t have any pressing tasks today, you can leave early.”
“Okay, then I’ll take off early today. I won’t be considered leaving too early, right?”
“What do you think?”
The two talked andughed as they left thepany.
Afterward, Victoria headed to school by car to pick up her children. As she arrived,
the teacher immediately approached her and said, “Miss Selwyn, are you here to
pick up Nicole and Nathan again? Their dad has already collected them. Was there a
mimunication?”
At the mention of ‘dad‘ today, she was no longer nervous as she could already guess.
it was Bane. “I was busy with work and forgot to answer the phone,” she casually
exined and left.
As Victoria returned home, she was greeted by the sight of Bane sitting on the
couch in the living room, helping the kids with their homework. Seeing this scene,
she pondered what Summer had made her consider and the unsettling possibility of
ric attempting to separate her from her children.
If… If I were to be with Bane… If ric discovered the children’s existence, would he
merely perceive them as mine and Bane’s without suspecting his rtionship with
them? But if I were to do that, wouldn’t it be incredibly unfair to Bane? He genuinely
cares for me, yet I’m entertaining thoughts of using him here. However, I would need
a man if I intended to conceal the truth. So, it would be the same no matter whom I
used. Should I follow the principle of proximity?
No.
Victoria pushed aside those unrealistic thoughts in her mind and bit her lip.
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Five years ago, when she decided to bring these children into the world, she
resolved to raise them independently, no matter the circumstances. What was she
thinking by having such thoughts now?
Besides, Bane had been exceptionally kind to her. She could not repay kindness
with enmity. In the worst–case scenario, she could consider starting a newpany
in a different city.
Despite the challenges of starting anew, she had justid the foundation for her
currentpany. Surely, if she relocated to a different city, ric would not pursue
her there, would he? He would not stoop so low for the sake of the people around
him, right?