Chapter 213
With such a pointed question, all eyes were fixed on Justin.
Justin was unnerved by the sharp gaze of Chloe, but he remainedposed as he said, “This has
already be an open secret within our industry. Previously, the Sawle Group and Ada Wang were
vying for the business. Ada Wang was swinging between you and Mr. Sawle. However, in the end, you
outperformed them and secured the wedding nning rights.”
“Now, our side is faltering, and Ada Wang’s wedding is approaching. It’s only reasonable to assume
that she might switch to Mr. Sawle’s side, isn’t it?”
His words were carefully chosen and didn’t reveal too much.
Chloe, with a slight curve of her beautiful lips, leaned backfortably and said, “Your analysis is
correct. However, you’ve overlooked one thing, as of now, the Sawle Group and Ada Wang haven’t
officially signed a contract yet.”
This revtion left everyone astonished. “What? It’s been a whole week, and they still haven’t signed?”
Justin tried to maintain hisposure, but his expression had grown stiffer.
“If they had signed, wouldn’t the Sawle Group have already made a big announcement? Their silence
suggests that the deal hasn’t progressed. That means we still have a chance.”
Chloe tapped her heel on the floor and swiveled her chair aroundzily. “I’m naturally quite stubborn,
even more so than a mule. I won’t give up until the very end.”
“So, I’ve devised a new n and intend to present it to Ada Wang again in theing days, catching
the Sawle Group off guard.”
The team erupted into cheers, President Thorp’s determination and boldness.
Justin had no choice but to put on a smile and join the chorus.
“But President Thorp, ultimately, it’s our KS Hotel that breached the contract. Ada Wang probably has a
negative view of us by now. If you go talk to her again, won’t it backfire?”
“That’s right, there are some things that might be impossible to force!”
Chloe, with her lips painted red ascquer and her eyes sparkling like obsidian,ughed audaciously.
“Life is full of ups and downs. Even if I can’t force it, I will still try my hardest!”
After the meeting, the project team members left.
In the vast conference room, only Chloe and Jordan were left.
Miss Thorp epted the coffee handed to her by Jordan and stood by the floor-to-ceiling window,
gazing at the luxurious view of Medo City. She enjoyed her coffee calmly.
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“Miss, during the meeting, you mentioned that you had devised a new n… Is it a trap?” Jordan stood
beside her and tentatively asked.
“Yes, it’s a trap, and I’ve already caught something.”
Jordan’s eyes widened with excitement. “Really? Who is it?”
“I have my suspicions, but no evidence yet. I need you to follow Justin after work tonight.”
Chloe’s eyes darkened slightly. “Jordan, after work tonight, I want you to personally follow Justin.”
“Keep an eye on whom he meets and any unusual activities, and report back to me promptly.”
*
The next day, Annie woke up and found herself back home, personally escorted by Joseph.
With her imposing second brother by her side, Aubree dared not voice her displeasure. She knew that
if she made a fuss, her father would likely reprimand her for tormenting Annie. Aubree, however, could
handle that.
Skyler, on the other hand, remained quiet. After all, she was the one who had yed a trick on Annie
and didn’t have any legitimate grounds toin. If her father found out, he would reprimand her too.
In the evening, Anniey on her bed with a heavy heart, cradling her lost-and-found teddy bear. She
tried to recall everything that had happened the previous night, and her heart raced as she
remembered it. Her cheeks flushed.
She had some fuzzy memories of the previous night, but she couldn’t remember everything that had
happened or how she had returned home.
She could only recall the moment when the lights went out, and then the sensation of his lips on hers,
tantalizing and
electrifying.
His eyes, burning like mes, had stared into her soul with piercing intensity.
Taking a deep breath, Annie got up from the bed, walked to her desk, and sat down,
She took out her sketchbook and a pencil, closed her eyes in silence for a few moments, and then
began to sketch.
After about fifteen minutes, the image of a handsome face with sharp features, a hint of seductive
charm, and a slightly mischievous, defiant expression had taken shape on the paper.
Defiant expression had taken shape on the paper.
Annie gazed at her drawing, her fingers gently touching the beautifully rendered eyes.
“Brother Anderson, you look really… handsome.”
What Annie didn’t know.
Her handsome Brother Anderson had driven a fiery red Ferrari and had arrived at the Maznd Manor
Vi.
“Who’sing?”
Aubree was apanying Jake in the backyard, enjoying the autumn scenery. She looked surprised
when she heard the butler’s report.
“Madam, it’s Young Master Anderson from the Anderson family.”
“At this time?”
Jake raised his hand to check the time on his watch and furrowed his brows. “He knows that Joseph
isn’t at home, and it’s almost dinnertime. Why is heing now?”
“Oh, Jake, the precious Young Master Anderson rarelyes, why think so much? Maybe he’s here to
see Skyler.” Aubree yfully held her husband’s arm, acting a bit spoiled.
“Aubree, what you’re saying… Could it be that Skyler and Vincent…” Jake was astonished.
“You’re usually too busy, and you pay too little attention to your daughter. You can’t even see what’s on
Skyler’s mind.”
Aubree yfully poked her husband’s chest with her delicate index finger and reproached, ” Skyler has
had her eye on Young Master Anderson for quite some time.”
Jake was astonished. ” Skyler likes Vincent? Howe I never noticed it at all?!”
“Oh, dear, she’s just a young girl, and it’s not proper to talk about such matters casually…” Aubree
acted all shy and on behalf of her daughter.
“But this is not a small matter. Skyler’s marriage is crucial for our Sawle Group.”
Suddenly, Jake’s expression became serious. ” Skyler is my first daughter, my precious gem. Her
marriage must be carefully considered, and we have to choose the best among the outstanding young
talents in Medo or even the whole country.”
“The Anderson family is one of the prominent families in Medo, and Young Master Anderson is Old
Master’s only grandson. The entire Anderson Group will be under his control in the future. If Skyler
marries into the Anderson family, she will be rted by blood. What a perfect marriage.”
Aubree’s calctions were clear, audible even eight hundred miles away. “Furthermore, Young Master
Anderson is Joseph’s sworn brother. If Skyler marries into the Anderson family, they will be even closer.
What a great marriage.”
Jake rxed, feeling reassured by Aubree’s words.
Even though Vincent’s reputation in Medo was not very good, boys from prestigious families, growing
up in wealth and luxury, naturally sought new intellectual and emotional stimtion as they matured..
He had been reckless in his youth, but as he grew older and yed enough, he would naturally settle
down.
Skyler being matched with Vincent was a suitable match. After marriage, with the pressure from the
Sawle Group, if Vincent still had any intentions of ying around, he would have to restrain himself.
At this moment, Vincent was already sitting in the vi’s living room.
He often came to the Maznd Manor Vi to hang out with Joseph and felt quitefortable, as if it
were his own home. He didn’t even need the servants to pour him tea, he helped himself to a cup.
“Vincent, why did youe today?”
Jake and Aubree both came over to wee him, thinking it was quite unusual since Joseph wasn’t at
home.
“I have some matters, it was a sudden decision, and I hope it’s not too inconvenient for you, Uncle
Sawle.” Vincent addressed him as ‘Uncle,’ indicating their close rtionship.
“We were just about to have dinner. Why don’t you join us?” Aubree extended an invitation warmly.
“No need.”
Vincent set down his teacup with a casual tone. “Is Third Miss Sawle at home? I’d like to have a private
chat with her.”
Jake and Aubree exchanged a nce, their expressions meaningful.
Skyler, upon hearing that Vincent had arrived, was so excited that she wanted to rush out to see him.
However, she remembered her mother’s advice. She restrained herself from going out to meet Vincent
and instead waited for him toe to her.
Unexpectedly, Vincent, instead of waiting for Annie toe to him, came straight to find her.
Skyler’s heart raced as she walked into the tea room.
“Young Master Anderson, are you looking for me?”
Vincent casually held a teacup with his slender fingers, taking a sip. “Yes.”
“What’s the matter?” She sat across from him, her face flushed with shyness.
“About what happened at ACEst night, don’t you have anything to say?” Vincent’s gaze, cold and
piercing, locked onto her. He didn’t waste any time getting to the point.
The color drained from her face as she asked, “What happened at ACEst night?”
“An introverted girl like Annie, how could her teddy bear end up discarded at ACE for no apparent
reason?”
With a thud, Huo Vincent set down his teacup, his gaze chilling and piercing as an icicle. “Skyler, there
should be limits to jokes, was your behaviorst night not excessively malicious?”
Skyler’s face turned deathly pale, her heart racing as if it might leap out of her chest.
“Young Master Anderson, you seem to have misunderstood me… Her eyes welled up with tears, and
she desperately portrayed herself as the victim.
“Annie went through your charadesst night without shedding a tear. How can you dare shed tears
now?”
Vincent didn’t even look at her. He felt that her tears were hot pepper water, too spicy. “In short, I came
to tell you two things.”
“Firstly, don’t ever bully Annie again. I’m going to watch over her, and before you act against her, think
about who stands behind her.”
“Secondly, stay away from my sister. She’s pure-hearted, and you shouldn’t corrupt her.”
With that, the man stood up, his tall and erect figure, and left without looking back.
Skyler stared nkly at the door that had been mmed shut, feeling as if her soul had been drained,
leaving her sitting lifelessly on the floor.
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