Chapter 326


    Hearing the voice, Elspeth finally came to her senses and nced awkwardly at Helena. There was a


    guilty note in her voice as she said, “Nothing. I was just considering working.”


    Helena beamed widely upon hearing that. “That’s great! We can’t possibly expect Dr. Winthrop to


    provide for all of us here.”


    Arthur replied in a gentle voice, “It’s fine. I can afford to.”


    At that point, Helena became increasingly self-conscious upon hearing his words. “That’s not fine! Even


    if youe from a wealthier family, Dr. Winthrop, you shouldn’t condone Elsie’s ck attitude.”


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    ck attitude?!


    At that moment, Elspeth made up her mind and was even more determined to work. “I’ve made up my


    mind to work. From tomorrow onward, I’ll return here once a week.”


    In response, Arthur said calmly, “You’re allowed to get a job, but it must be a job in mypany.”


    He knows where I want to work but purposely stated this requirement! He’s trying to go against me!


    At that moment, Elspeth was so enraged that she wanted to punch him.


    As for Helena, she smiled upon hearing his words and nodded in agreement. “You’d at least have


    someone to seek help from if you join Dr. Winthrop’spany. I’d feel much more at ease that way.”


    After she said that, she suddenly realized something and asked, “But then, is yourpany in the


    medical field?”


    “Yes.”


    Instantly, she revealed a surprised smile. “That’s great, then! Elsie went to med school before, so she


    should be able to adapt to the environment.”


    “Mom, I don’t want to work there.” A resigned Elspeth heaved a sigh. “I’ve already sorted out a job. I’ll


    be reporting for duty tomorrow.”


    “Your workce is in the red light district, right?” Arthur realized he could not convince her, so he had


    no choice but to bring up the matter and let Helena be the judge.


    As soon as Helena received that new information, she nearly fainted out of shock. Instantly, Elspeth


    noticed her troubled look and quickly supported her arm to help her toward a seat. However, she flung


    Elspeth’s hand aside. “What sort of ce is that?! Are you seriously thinking of working there?!”


    At the same time, she supported herself on the railing behind her and tried to calm down. “I know


    you’re keen to get a job, and I trust that you wouldn’t resort to anything dumb. Tell me, what will you be


    doing in thatpany?”


    Elspeth took a deep breath. “I was going to keep it a secret from you guys because I was afraid of you


    all being worried that something bad would happen to me at work. However, Isabel’s condition requires


    the use of a particr medicinal herb. I’ve made inquiries, and this herb is only avable in the private


    safe of a proprietor in the red light district.”


    “So, are you going to take a risk and attempt to steal it?” Arthur could not ept this oue. He


    clenched his fist tightly, and a stern look shed across his eyes.


    “If I managed to purchase it, that’d be great, but if I fail in my bid, I’ll attempt that.” She shot him a


    reassuring look and stretched. “Don’t worry. Nothing bad will happen. I’m not that stupid! I know how to


    take care of myself.”


    That being said, the other three individuals, excluding her, shot her dubious looks.


    Isabel felt touched, but she was also fully aware that this was not a matter that could be taken lightly.


    “Elspeth, I don’t mind leaving my face untreated. Having ugly features isn’t a big deal. Anyway,


    regardless of my features, you guys love me all the same, right?”


    Elspeth red at her. “Your face was injured because of me. I will never be able to forgive myself if I


    fail to treat you.”


    Helena was well aware of Elspeth’s stubborn streak, so she had no other way of stopping her. As for


    Arthur, he was the only one left with a scrutinizing look as he stared intently at Elspeth.


    …


    Meanwhile, in Damoria, Callum sat at his work desk and handled some work tasks, but his mind was


    upied by something else. Over the past few days, he was in a bad state, which everyone noticed.


    Even his subordinates, who usually popped over to talk to him about work, visited lesser than usual.


    There was a matter that he remained confused about. He did not understand why Elspeth, previously


    infatuated with him, suddenly decided to sever ties with him. Furthermore, she disappeared from his


    sight forever.


    Although he had lost a rtionship, he had not forgotten his memories with her. They had such a close


    rtionship previously and had been through so much together. He could clearly remember the


    hardships and hurdles they had ovee hand in hand. So, why did this happen?


    His assistant stood in front of the ss door warily while looking at the man inside, who appeared to be


    focused on his work, feeling terrible to interrupt by entering the room.


    Inside the room, Callum sensed a scorching gaze from the entrance on him, so he slowly lifted his


    head and saw it was his assistant, whom he asked to enter.


    “Mr. Winthrop, we’ve received a new order.” The personal assistant respectfullyced the contract on


    the table and took a few steps backward.


    Callum took the contract into his hand and flipped through it casually. Bluestone Corp?


    “Isn’t that an internationalpany that recently became widely known?”


    “Yes. Bluestone Corp wasn’t that developed previously. The heir to thepany returned, and he was


    the one who brought thepany to greater heights.”


    At that moment, Callum massaged the spot between his eyes. “Why are they keen to coborate with


    us?”


    His assistant could notprehend either as bothpanies had never worked together in the past.


    Winthrop Group was not exactly top in the medical equipment field either, so it was perplexing why they


    picked Winthrop Group to work with.


    “Perhaps… Ourpany has a better prospect in terms of future development?”


    In response, Callum bent his index finger and tapped the desk gently. “I don’t think it’s as simple as


    that.” However, the man standing in front was not his subordinate but merely an assistant, so he did not


    n to borate further. “Since they want to coborate with us, schedule a meeting with their


    president.”


    As soon as the assistant heard his words, he revealed a torn look. “Sir, their president mentioned


    they’re not going to meet us unless we sign the contract.”


    “Not going to meet us…”


    That was strange and seemed like a trap.


    “Inform that if they refuse to meet up, Winthrop Group seeks a thirty-percent share of the profit.”


    Thirty percent?!


    Beads of cold sweat trickled down the assistant’s forehead. Mr. Winthrop is seeking such an


    unreasonablyrge amount! This is daylight robbery! He’s unscrupulous…


    Suddenly, Callum directed his cold eyes on the man. “What’s on your mind?”


    The personal assistant felt his legs turn to jelly upon being called upon. “N-Nothing… Mr. Winthrop,


    you’ve made such a great decision. Nheless, they mentioned they’d agree to any condition you


    seek, as long as it’s not over the top and within reasonable means.”


    At that, Callum’s interest was piqued. “In that case, I’m now quite keen to meet their president.”


    “Mr. Winthrop, you mean…”


    Callum reached out for the contract and scanned the document from front to back. He checked and


    found nothing wrong with it, so he took his pen and signed his name.


    He penned ‘Callum Winthrop’ on the document with a flourish. Subsequently, he ced the contract on


    the desk and mentioned calmly, “Arrange my itinerary and purchase a ne ticket to Eden. Let’s head


    over to meet the president.”