Chapter 203
Meanwhile, Hamilton Corporation merely released an official statement under thepany''s name
saying they would not be coborating with Lynch Corporation. Subsequently, they did not make
any further responses to the matter.
However, those in the business world were people who knew how to bend with the wind. After the
scene Hamilton Corporation had caused at Lynch Corporation''s anniversary banquet, anyone could
have guessed that it would be impossible for the former to coborate with thetter. Outwardly,
Hamilton Corporation did not appear to take any action. However, that did not mean they had no
intention of doing so. If anyone dared side with Lynch Corporation at such a time, they were
undoubtedly going against Hamilton Corporation.
The business world was like a battlefield. Everything was inherently rted to how it would prove
beneficial, and nobody was willing to put themselves on the line.
Hence, the enemies Lynch Corporation had made in the business world over the years seized the
opportunity to stir up trouble behind the scenes.
Lynch Corporation had already been facing financial issues. If the marital union with the Lenoir
family had gone through, and they had Hamilton Corporation backing them, it would have been
easy for them to ride out the storm. However, all the issues they were facing surfaced after that
incident. In fact, they were even much worse than before. While no one knew who had leaked the
news about Lynch Corporation experiencing financial difficulties, thepany''s business partners
soon knocked on their door. Some demanded their money back, and others went to cause trouble.
In the blink of an eye, the Lynch family and Lynch corporation were in over their heads. Those who
wanted money even staged a protest with banners, which immediately became a trending topic.
Over at the Lynch residence, Desmond called the Lenoir family. “We already agreed on this earlier.
How can you change your mind just like that?” “You know full well why you wanted a marital union
with my family. I could''ve turned a blind eye to all that, but now, everyone knows that your son has
absolutely no desire to marry my daughter. What were you thinking? Is my daughter so worthless
that I have no choice but to marry her off to your family?”
“That''s not it. It''s just a misunderstanding...”
“That''s enough. This ends here.” With that, the line went dead.
“Hello? Hello?”
Enraged that the call had ended just like that, Desmond flung his phone onto the floor with all his
might.
The Lenoir family was ourst hope. But now, even they have refused... Do the gods truly mean to
wipe out my entire family?
At that moment, Jacques came out in his wheelchair and saw Desmond sitting on the couch,
looking like he had aged overnight.
However, Jacques took in the scene expressionlessly. In an attempt to make things up to Jacques,
Desmond never allowed Erin and Zachary into the house,
and he showered Jacques with love.
Regardless of all that, I can never forget the moment Mom jumped down from upstairs. It was
horrendous. She fell right at my feet. Even to this day, I can remember the look in her eyes. That''s
why I detest Erin with every fiber of my being.
Suddenly, Jacques called out, “Dad.”
Desmond looked up when he heard Jacques'' voice. When he spotted thetter, a look of frustration
shed across his face. “Why did youe out?”
“Don''t you think this entire incident has been a trap from the start?” Jacques asked out of the blue.
Stunned, Desmond fixed his gaze on him. “What do you mean?”
“With all the otherrgepanies that Hamilton Corporation could''ve worked with, why did they
choose Lynch Corporation? Is ourpany really that outstanding?”
Desmond was taken aback by the question. If he were to be honest, Lynch
Corporation''s capabilities were not yet at such a level. It was at that moment he finally allowed
himself to admit that truth. “What are you trying to say?”
“Someone must''ve offended Hamilton Corporation. That''s why they targeted us.”
The older man furrowed his brows. “But who could''ve offended Hamilton Corporation?”
After pondering for a while, Jacques replied, “Zachary fell for Keh''s woman. However, that other
woman didn''t approve of it at all. In order to marry into the Lynch family, she forced Zachary into a
marriage of convenience with the Lenoir family. She even went to the office where Keh''s
woman works and stirred up mayhem. In the end, that other woman got thrown out of the ce. Did
you know that?”
“When did this happen?” Desmond asked with a frown.
“Just a few days ago.”
Looking livid, Desmond muttered, “That fool!”
“It''s clear that Hamilton Corporation decided to vent their anger on us because she offended them.
From them agreeing to the coboration to attending the anniversary banquet, everything they did
seems to have been contrived to lure us into their trap,” Jacques said.
Desmond had been basking in the joy of an uing coboration with Hamilton Corporation a
few days earlier that he had not given the matter much thought. After the unexpected incident, he
had not been able to shake the feeling that something seemed odd. Now that he had heard
Jacques'' analysis, it appeared that realization had dawned on him.
“How did you find that out?” Desmond enquired.
Jacques exined, “I have a friend who works at Prosper Technologies. He posted a video the day
she went to make a scene, and I happened to watch it.”
Hence, it meant he had proof that that incident had urred!
“Why didn''t you say anything earlier?” Desmond demanded.
“If I tell you something that hasn''t happened yet, would you believe me?” countered Jacques.
Desmond was dumbfounded. Then, he said, “It''s toote to say anything now. That woman has
ruined us and Lynch
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Corporation.”
“Actually, it''s not entirely hopeless...”
Desmond spun around and stared at him as though he had seen a beacon of light. “Do you have a
solution?”
“It''s not really a solution. However, it can probably give us a sliver of hope to turn things around...”
Rushing over to Jacques and gazing at him, Desmond asked, “What is it?”
Looking at him, Jacques said slowly, “As long as...”
Over at the hospital, Erin sat stiffly on the bed with her arm in a cast.
Whenever she thought of Natasha and Keh, hatred zed in her eyes.
Just then, the door swung open suddenly, giving her a scare. However, a trace of joy shed in her
eyes when she saw Desmond. “Desmond, it''s you...”
“Take her away,” he instructed impassively.
Seeing three or four other men walk in, Erin froze. “What are you doing, Desmond?”
He turned to look at her frostily. “What''s the matter? What do you think I''m doing? How could I have
gotten to know a foolish woman like you? Hamilton set up such an borate trap for us to fall into,
all because you went and offended that woman! Now, Lynch Corporation is on the verge of
bankruptcy! What were you expecting? Don’t tell me you''re still dreaming of marrying into the Lynch
family.”
Erin was stunned. When she saw the men step forward to escort her out, she said hurriedly, “I didn''t
think it''d end up like this. Desmond, I didn''t mean for this to happen...”
“Whether you meant for it to happen or not, it''s no longer up to you. Take her away,” came
Desmond''s reply.
“No! I''m not leaving! Where are you taking me? Desmond, I''m not leaving!” Erin cried out as she
struggled frantically.
However, regardless of how hard she resisted, Desmond remained unmoved.
If she doesn''t leave, Lynch Corporation will be doomed.
After weighing the pros and cons, Desmond knew what choice he had to make.
Hence, the men immediately escorted Erin out of the ward. There was already a car waiting at the
entrance. Once they arrived at the car, the car doors opened, and they pushed her inside without
hesitation.
Meanwhile, Erin was still trying to break free. “I''m not leaving! I want to see Zachary...”
Desmond did not even spare her a nce. Instead, he turned to the driver and instructed, “Make
sure you personally send her away.”
“Okay. Got it,” the driver answered with a nod.