Raymond was well-acquainted with the Smith lineage. They were among the pioneers who had seized the opportunity presented by the burgeoning film industry, their roots tracing back to the era of silent ck-and-white cinema. Their influence had grown alongside the industry itself, diversifying into the myriad forms of film that exist today. Their crowning achievement was the internationally acimed Guscar Awards, a testament to the family''s wealth and clout. The Smith family was also known for its two sons, with Ms. Smith positioned squarely between them.


    The brothers were pr opposites in temperament. During Raymond''s three-year sojourn abroad, his interactions were limited to the elder Smith brother, a man of steadfast character. The younger Smith, on the other hand, had a reputation as a notorious yboy, a reputation that stretched across the length and breadth of Spain.


    The revtion that the Smith family''s princess bore no blood rtion to the Smiths was a ticking time bomb, one that could potentially cause upheaval among various factions.


    Smith family''s dominance over the HW Corporation, had ruffled many feathers, and it was no surprise that they had been targeted.


    "I was personallymissioned by Mr. Smith to return home ahead of time," Raymond revealed, his tone disinterested. "I''vepleted my studies abroad and obtained my graduation qualification."


    Dr. Barnes rose from his seat. "Alex mentioned that the Montague family has ns to venture into the film industry. A showdown with the Smith family seems inevitable."


    He picked up his medical bag, adding, "In addition to my regr duties, I''m tasked with discovering the hospital where thedy gave birth."


    Pausing at the doorway, he turned to offer Raymond some advice. "If your designer requires a hand examination, you know where to find me."


    Once the door had closed behind Dr. Barnes, Raymond tossed the documents he''d been holding onto the table.


    A mere ten minutester, Olivia was on the phone, questioning him about a plot ofnd on the city''s eastern outskirts. "Raymond, the Eternal Growth Group is bidding for thatnd tomorrow. What''s your estimate of its worth?" Raymond was about to respond when a knock at the door interrupted him. His brow furrowed in annoyance as he rose to answer it, only to find Selena waiting outside.


    His gaze flickered momentarily, the question Olivia had posed forgotten as he abruptly ended the call.


    His eyes fell on Selena, her hand hanging limply by her side, her hair freshly washed and neatly pinned behind her ear. She appeared rather innocent when she wasn''t being a nuisance.


    Raymond ushered her inside, assuming she was runningte. "I''ll call Dr. Barnes and have hime back."


    He took her hand, examining it in his own. "Mr. Montague, my hand is perfectly fine. I''m here to ask a favor."


    Raymond''s eyes narrowed as he guided her to the sofa. "What is it?"


    "Miss Stone must have asked you about thend on the east side of the city," Selena began. Raymond fell silent, realizing her intentions.


    Selena had initially nned to approach Mr. Montague Sr. about the matter.Còntens bel0ngs to N?(v)elDr/a/ma.Org


    However, she knew that if she asked Grandpa and discovered the truth about thend, Olivia would inevitably learn from Raymond, rendering her efforts futile. That was why she wanted to confirm whether Raymond would reveal the truth about thend to Olivia.


    "Even if I don''t tell Olivia, do you really think you''ll gain an upper hand in this? Selena, if you''re not asking me, then who?"


    "You''ll never know unless you try."


    Thend in question was worth approximately ten billion dors. Olivia had previously misappropriated funds from the Stone family business. Now, the Stone family was finding it difficult to muster another ten billion in cash to purchase thisnd. If they incurred a loss, the Stone family would face a cash crunch in the short term.


    Cash flow was the lifeblood of anypany. Therger the cash flow, the greater the risks it could withstand. Conversely, no matter how well apany was doing, a cash shortage could lead to bankruptcy at any time. "Why do you think I would help you?" Selena looked up with sincerity on her face..


    "Mr. Montague, you''ve always wanted to divorce your wife, am I right? If you support me in this, I can guarantee that when you divorce, she will leave without asking for anything and cause no further trouble," Selena proposed. Raymond had never cared for his so-called wife, but the Fair family had always been demanding. In the event of a divorce, they would undoubtedly exploit the situation. And with Grandpa siding with Selena, he might have to part with several billion just to rid himself of that woman.


    He had no qualms about the money, but he wouldn''t give it to Selena, even if it meant giving it to beggars on the street. He had already signed an agreement with his wife, but she hadn''t specified thepensation yet, which could potentially cause a scandalter. The Fair family was shameless.


    He pulled Selena into his arms and weighed her. "It seems that you''ve made quite a few connections during these years as a designer."


    Selena didn''t resist, understanding that he had agreed.


    "Selena, stay tonight," he murmured, holding her close and pressing his lips to her neck.