Chapter 569
Jenna''s heart sank. It seemed that Sergio wouldn''t leave Richards Manor alone if they didn''t clear
the Richards Group of their false usation.
Sergio was calm andposed, looking at her with a smile in his amber-colored eyes.
She hurriedly lowered her head, picked up her utensils, and reached over to a te of freshly
pickled vegetables, gently picking up a piece of pickled green bean. Perhaps it was because of her
panic that her hands trembled slightly. Jenna put it into her mouth and tasted it carefully. She could
noticeably feel that Hansen''s muscles were tensed.
As she chewed the pickled green bean in her mouth, she stretched out her fingers and grabbed
Hansen''srge hand.
She much preferred the pickled green bean over the stewed soup. After chewing it several times
and swallowing it into her stomach, she looked up at Hansen''s frosty face and smiled. "Hansen, I''m
full. Let''s go and see Grandma."
Hansen tried his best to suppress his boiling rage. After Jenna''s words pulled him back to reality, he
nodded and said, "Dad, Mom, Uncle, Aunt, enjoy your meal. I''ll head out with Jenna first."
Trevor''s gaze was solemn as he nodded his head.
Upon getting their permission, Hansen and Jenna left.
"Hansen, when will the usation against the Richards Group be dismissed?" Jenna asked
worriedly. It was obvious that Sergio came over at this time for the charges against the Richards
Group.
"Jenna, don''t worry. I will handle everything. You have to believe in me." Hansen was worried that
Jenna would be anxious. After all, she was pregnant. Hence, he immediatelyforted her.
"Hansen, promise me that no matter what happens in the future, please don''t keep it from me. Let''s
face it together, alright?" Jenna''s eyes sparkled, and she requested emotionally.
"Alright, honey." When Hansen noticed tears welling up in her eyes, his heart palpitated. He held
her in his arms and agreed to her request. "Don''t worry. In the future, no matter what happens, I will
tell you about it. I will also discuss it with you."
He would never allow anyone to use her against him in the future. Thus, there was no need for him
to hide anything from her.
"Then, don''t lie to me anymore." Jenna, pouted while her soft and tender fingers glided across his
rose-colored lips.
"Of course, I won''t." Hansen chuckled.
That day, Sergio did note over for the charges against the Richards Group. In fact, Hansen
knew very well that everything he did was for Yadriel''s election.
Otherwise, with such a severe charge against the Richards Group, Sergio would''ve taken
advantage of the time when Zoe was framing them and destroyed them, ording to his
personality!
Hansen would never believe that Sergio was worried about Jenna getting hurt. So, he eased the
time limit in investigating the Richards Group when Zoe had nted all the usations on her.
He was just looking for an excuse to stay in the Richards Group and control them, so that they
would not affect Yadriel''s election.
He understood very well that if the Richards Group were to do their best to support Luqman, Yadriel
would have to spend a huge sum of money if he wanted to win. Not only would that be more
difficult, but he might also fail.
If Sergio could grasp his weakness, then Hansen could also make a fool out of him and Yadriel.
White clouds were floating in the sky outside the cabin.
Hansen secretly boarded a flight to Capital City with John.
There was a slight restlessness flowing through the air.
Hansen, who had always liked to take control of everything, was also quite irritated at that moment.
He had driven Zoe''spany out of A City, but Yaris was still on the loose.
Hansen couldn''t be sure when Yaris would return to A City''s government hospital, and he wasn''t
sure when Yaris'' mother would die.
Right then, time was ticking. He couldn''t wait any longer. So, he had to take action quickly, viciously,
and in an urate manner.
Although Vivian might lose her battle at any time, he couldn''t fulfil his filial duty and stay by her side.
The situation was urgent. He believed that if Vivian were awake, then she would support his actions.
"Mr. Richards, the address is at a restaurant outside the gate of Capital City. It is set at 3 o''clock in
the afternoon. After we arrive at the hotel, we can also have a meal and a good sleep." As soon as
they got off the ne, John gave a brief description of their schedule.
"We can''t let anyone know about the arrangement, especially Yadriel''s people," Hansen ordered in
a low voice.
"Don''t worry, Luqman is a smart politician. Even without my advice, he has already done careful
nning." John nodded to reassure him.
Hansen nodded, and the two of them didn''t say anything more. They hailed a taxi and rushed
straight to the hotel.
In Capital City, the sandstorm was rather strong, and the weather was gloomy.
When Hansen woke up from his sleep, he washed up at leisure and tidied up his suit, putting on a
tie.
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When he entered the designated VIP room upstairs, Luqman was already sitting on the luxurious
leather couch, awaiting him.
In front of the couch was an exquisite tea set. Luqman was wearing a casual outfit as he prepared
the tea. His behaviour was calm, and his actions were elegant, as if he had predicted that Hansen
woulde looking for him. He sat confidently, waiting for him with a faint smile on his face.
Dressed in a suit and leather shoes, Hansen walked in with an imposing manner.
Until now, he had no choice but to join forces with Luqman to defeat Sergio. A man should be
flexible and understand when to give and take.
After all, he was more experienced now, and he wasn''t as arrogant as before.
Yadriel had left him no choice. He was getting ahead of himself and wanted to take advantage of
the situation. How could Hansen be controlled by him!
As soon as he stepped into the room, Luqman stood up, stretched out his hand, and greeted with a
heartyugh. "Mr. Richards, wee."
Hansen smiled faintly and extended his hand as well. "Mr. Wood, thank you."
"Please, take a seat and have some tea." Luqman gripped Hansen''s hand tightly with his fleshy
hands and added gently. He was practically pulling Hansen''s hand as he sat down on the couch
across from him.
The tea on the table had been brewed. As soon as Hansen sat down, Luqman began pouring tea
for him in a solicitous manner.
The tea gave off a sweet and fragrant aroma, just like wine, and its steam carried the aroma, drifting
into their noses.
Hansen finally understood what it felt like to partner with someone to gain benefits.
"Come, have some tea." Luqman personally picked up a round teacup and handed it to Hansen.
Hansen had no choice but to stand up and take it
over, uttering, "Thank you, Mr. Wood."
Luqman was attentive and well- prepared. He spoke and acted considerately, showing his sincerity
and patience.
Under his sword-like brows, Hansen''s deep gaze showed sudden ripples of emotions, but it didn''t
leave any traces behind.
He had never liked dealing with politicians.
In such aplex surrounding, they had already cultivated a set of professional and official
communication modes. Some of them were scheming and dishonest. In their eyes, they only
wanted to climb up the politicaldder, and benefits were sometimes insignificant towards them.
Christopher Matthews was such a man.
Therefore, when Hansen had helped out Christopher, as the director of the Public Security
Department, he had deliberately distanced himself from him.
Hansen was a businessman and mainly focused onmerce. There were thousands of people
that relied on him in hispany. He was not in the mood to specte the habits and intentions of
politicians. If it was not financially profitable, then he would consider it unworthy. That was the
nature of a businessman.
Luqman had predicted that Hansen woulde over that day. He had once mentioned that he was
already involved in the matter, and he wouldn''t be able to remove himself from it.
Hansen was now forced to take this route. However, the real reason he was determined to meet
Luqman was that Yadriel and Sergio had gone too far. If such a person became the governor of
Capital City, it would be disastrous for the people, including his ownpany.
That was why he had to make this choice.
When he drank the fragrant tea, he noticed that the taste was slightly bitter. However, when it slowly
slid down his throat, the fragrant aftertaste and sweetness made him feel enlightened all of a
sudden, and he gradually enjoyed himself.
Many described life as wine but most of the time, life was also like tea.
After experiencing so much, Hansen finally felt wiser. He was no longer the easily provoked young
man he used to be back then, and his heart had been sharpened to be resilient.
As Trevor was already old, Hansen could no longer let him worry about the family affairs.
He wanted to pave his own path slowly and to captain the Richards Group through the storm.
"Mr. Wood, the election is imminent. It''s rare for you to be in such a good mood." Hansen drank the
tea and ced the teacup gently on the table, smiling faintly.
"Ah, I''m just keeping myself optimistic. Obviously, I have no hope. Thus, I can only drink tea and
have a casual chat with you. Nheless, I''m d to see you, Mr. Richards." Luqman had a self-
deprecating smile on his face. His tone was humble, but his face was glowing with confidence.
Hansen grinned. "Mr. Wood, to be able to sit in such a rxed way and drink tea with me, this is not
something an ordinary person can do. It seems that you are certain about it."
Upon hearing this, Luqman replied straightforwardly, "Mr. Richards, I''m well aware of who you are.
So, I won''t beat around the bush. How about this? Let''s be upfront and not resort to insinuations.
Since you''vee to find me this time, I assume you already have a proper n?"
Luqman cut to the chase, and there was a friendly smile on his face.
However, Hansen let out a softughter. He was not in a hurry to reply. Instead, he asked slowly,
"Mr. Wood, what do you mean by this?"
Luqman lifted his gaze. The handsome young man in front of him, Mr. Richards, had an admirable
background and appeared neither humble nor conceited. He kept to himself and did not reveal a
shred of timidness. He wasposed, and his manner was formidable. Luqman couldn''t help but to
offer praise. "Mr. Richards, ording to what I know, Yadriel is preparing to attack the Richards
Group. Yet, you''re able to remain calm. I think you must be well-prepared."
Hansen''s expression remained unchanged as he chuckled. "Mr. Wood, you''re ttering me.
However, our Richards Group is upright and abides by all the rules. Naturally, we''re not afraid of him
investigating this matter. Isn''t it just a woman framing us? Can she really ruin mypany? To tell
you the truth, the reason I''m here today really isn''t about the matters of our ownpany. It''s only a
matter of time before I clear off the usation of the Richards Group. Nheless, I just happen to
have my own reasons for visiting you at this time."