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Jack’s heart was beating frantically as suspense overwhelmed him. He had no idea what Kirk’s words meant. They sounded like porting words.
Could it be that he wanted to assign him to a dangerous mission?
At the thought of this, the blood in Jack’s body boiled with trepidalion.
In his office, Jules stood frozen in shock. “You you’re Evans Group’s CEO now?”
Caroline smiled slightly. “That’s right. I’ll officially take over tomorrow, so I’m here to resign formally.”
Jules applauded. “That’s incredible! I heard that Layla asked Mr. Eddy to maximize her presence for this election. You didn’t beat Layla in this election; you beat Mr. Eddy!”
He was really curious about how Caroline had persuaded those shareholders to support her.
Caroline said humbly, “You’re exaggerating, Mr. Hawkins. At the end of the day, these are Evans Group’s internal affairs, Well I came here to give my resignation letter and pack up my things.”
“Are you in such a hurry that you must leave today?”
“Yes. As you know, Evans Group is a mess, so I want to take over as soon as possible.”
Jules nodded understandingly. He opened Caroline’s resignation letter and signed it. “Maybe we’ll get to work together in the future.”
“Of course,” Caroline said with a smile. “Evans Group primarily works on clothing, and we work in the female consumer market. Maybe our paths will cross one day.”
While talking, Jules had already handed the approved resignation letter to Caroline. He said, “I still have work to do, so I’ll see you off later.”
“You don’t have to trouble yoursell.”
“I insist.” Jules shook hands with Caroline before watching her leave the office.
Seeing how dillerent Caroline was compared to when she had first joined the company, he couldn’t help but sigh.
With how rapidly she was improving, he believed that she would become a legend in the business world.
When Caroline returned to the design department, many people saw the resignation letter in her hand.
“Caroline Cheryl approached her, her eyes turning red again.
Caroline said with a soft smile. “All good things must come to an end. Don’t cry. We’re still in the same city. I’m just a call away if you want to meet up.”
“Really? Will I still get to see you?” Cheryl asked.
“Why not?” Vivian interjected, walking Into the room on high heels.
“From now on, Caroline doesn’t have to go to work anymore. You can see her whenever you want.”
Caroline turned in the direction of the voice, but she saw Jack Instead of Vivian.
Jack was about to say something, but Vivian’s gloating drowned out his voice. “Am I right, Caroline?”
Caroline asked Jack, “What are you doing up here?”
Jack tried to speak, but Vivian blocked him, walking up to Caroline. “Why aren’t you answering my question, Caroline?”
Caroline took a deep breath, resisting the urge to slap Vivian in the lace. She retorted. “Talking to a retard just feels like a waste of my time.
Initially, Vivian was furious at her words, but she soon laughed. Caroline had wanted a job and family, but she ended up getting none of them. There was no reason for her to act proud right now.
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Vivian said sarcastically, Youre smart, Caroline. So smart that you lost your job and even tried to fight with Layla to be LEO. You’re truly a genlust
Several of Vivian’s followers had already stood up.
When they heard her words, they echoed, “You’re absolutely right, Viv. I heard that Mr. Eddy personally went to help Layla today. Haha, some people really don’t know how to assess a situation. She’s just making a fool of herself by stepping up like this.”
“Exactly, that position was totally out of her league. There’s no way a department head like her can become a CEO.”
“I’ve seen some people be delusional, but I’ve never met someone as delusional as her.”
Caroline remained silent.
“All right, that’s enough.” Vivian looked back at her subordinates.
She said, “Caroline is already really sad from losing her job and the election to be the Evans Group’s CEO, so don’t rub salt in her wounds. Whoops, I was so busy talking to you that I forgot to visit Evans Group’s new CEO.”
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“You’re really close with Layla Aren’t you, Viv? You’re even going to visit her su soon.” Caroline folded her arms, sneering at Vivian, who was surrounded by her envious followers.
When they heard her sneer, one of them immediately glared at her like a loyal dog protecting its owner
“What are you laughing at? Oh, I know. Are you jealous that Viv can visit Evans Group while you can’t even step foot there?”
Caroline almost laughed out loud at the person’s words. She didn’t have the energy to keep talking to these idiots. Instead, she asked, “ What are you doing here, Mr. Jack?”
Jack linally had the chance to speak. “I”
“Caroline.” Vivian interrupted Jack.
She approached Caroline and said, “If you want to go to Evans Group, I can take you there.”
Caroline grimaced slightly. “Why do you need to do that in the first place?”
“Because they wouldn’t let you into the building.”
“I can just let myself in.” Caroline crossed her arms and looked down at Vivian.
Vivian’s smile froze, and she asked, “What did you say?”
“Evans Group is mine. I can just let myself in,” Caroline repeated herself with a raised brow.
Vivian’s expression shifted, but she scolled immediately. “You’ve lost your mind. Evans Group can’t be yours.”
“Why not? I’m a member of the Evans family, so why can’t I be the CEO?” Caroline laughed.
“Aren’t you and Layla good friends? Didn’t she tell you that I won the election?”
“No way!”
Vivian went ballistic. “How can you be Evans Group’s CEO? Layla has Mr. Eddy supporting her! Who do you think you are?”
Caroline smiled disdainfully at her words. She said, “It’s good you’re here, Mr. Jack. Help me pack my things.”
Jack froze for a moment before replying, “All right.”
“Wait!” Vivian blocked Caroline’s way.
She argued, “Are you leaving in such a hurry because you’re afraid your lie will be exposed? I’ve already seen your resignation letter. You must have made a big mistake for Mr. Hawkins to fire you. I can’t believe you’re saying you’re Evans Group’s CEO. You’re just shameless.”
“Who’s being shameless?” Jules had heard Vivian’s volce from a distance and guessed she was probably fighting with Caroline.
He had come to have a look, and they were really lighting. He immediately frowned. “Vivian!”
However, Vivian looked at Jules as if he were her savior. “You’re just on time. Mr. Hawkins. Let me ask you, why was Caroline fired from the
company?”
“What on earth are you talking about? Caroline, I mean, Ms. Evans resigned on her own initiative.”
Vivian trembled in shock. She said in disbeliel, “That’s Impossible, she …”
itely possible! Caroline is now the CEO of Evans Group, so all of you have to call her Ms. Evans from now on!”
ne in the design department was shocked when they heard the news. It took them a while to recover from their shock. Then, they congratulated Caroline.
“You’re amazing, Caroline!”
“Are you inheriting the family business?”
“I’m so jealous
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Vivian fell to the ground, looking thoroughly miserable. After a while, she got up and grabbed Caroline’s hand. She yelled, “You must be lying! You can’t be Evans Group’s CEO!”
Caroline frowned in discomfort. “Let go of me!”
However, Vivian didn’t let go. Her somewhat turbid eyes landed on Jack, and her eyes lit up with an idea.
She stumbled toward Jack. Jack was caught off guard by her actions, and she pushed him in front of Caroline before he could react.
Vivian was completely out of control at the moment. “He’s your husband, right? Oh, I know. You worked so hard to become the CEO to support him, right?”
Then, she mocked Caroline, saying. “Your husband is a poor man who can only rely on you!”
Caroline rubbed her temples and said coldly. “Are you done messing around, Vivian?”
“What’s wrong? Are you unwilling to admit it, even after you married him?”
Vivian had really gone insane. She was so furious that she couldn’t find a way to upset Caroline. So she had no choice but to take advantage of the fact that her husband was an ordinary person.
Caroline was about to speak when her phone rang. She looked at the caller ID and saw that it was Quentin.
“Quentin?”
“I’m already downstairs.” Quentin weighed the dossier in his hand.
He asked, “When are you free to come down?”
Caroline looked at the lunatic before her, knowing that nothing she said could persuade Vivian. “Can you bring them upstairs? I can’t leave at the moment.”
Quentin acknowledged her with a hum.
Caroline hung up the phone and looked at the insane Vivian. She said, “Who my husband is has nothing to do with you. Meanwhile She smirked, saying. “You may have to spend some time behind bars.”
Vivian’s body wobbled, and she asked, “What did you say?”
Caroline went to her office to get the evidence she had gotten of Vivian bribing the judges of the Rosebow Contest.
Quentin arrived upstairs as well. When he saw everyone in the design department standing around, he frowned and knocked on the door.” Excuse me. Caroline Evans is here, right?”
Hearing Caroline’s name, everyone turned around. When they saw a handsome man standing at the door, they were stunned momentarily before nodding.
ryone’s attention was on Quentin, but Vivian’s eyes were on the dossier in his hand. To properly sort out his documents, Quentin had
written “Jack Hobbs” on the dossier.
vivian’s blurry eyes brightened up again. She stumbled over to Quentin and snatched the dossier from his hands.
As if she had found a treasure, she laughed hysterically. “So this is Jack Caroline’s husband’s dossier.”
Jack’s expression shifted as he quickly looked at Quentin. Quentin still stood there, confused. He had no idea what was going on.
Everyone else, including Jules, was also drawn by Vivian’s insane actions. Their minds were totally blank.
When Vivian tore off the seal of the dossier and pulled out the files inside, Caroline walked out of her office.
It was only then that Quentin reacted. “Wait! That dossier isn’t for you! It’s for Ms. Evans!”
However, it was already too late. Vivian had already taken out the lilles, looking smugly at Caroline, who was standing at her office door.” Caroline, let’s see who your husband really Is!”
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Everyone’s eyes widened, suspecting that they had misheard, and they looked at Jack excitedly. They hadn’t expected this ordinary driver to be the champlon of a fighting championship.
“Caroline.” Everyone was still used to calling her by name..
“Your husband is amazing. He’s actually a lighting champion.”
“How romantic. A fighting champion like him willingly gave up his career for his wife just to drive her everywhere.”
“Wow, I didn’t expect a rough–looking guy like him to be so considerate.”
Jack’s face was already covered with cold sweat.
Caroline smiled half–heartedly at everyone’s compliments and explained, “You have the wrong idea. Mr. Jack isn’t my husband.”
Everyone was stunned, and their eyes landed on Vivian. “But Vivian”
Her claims had sounded well–founded.
When Vivian heard Caroline’s words, she calmed down a lot. She mocked, “That makes sense. There’s no way a fighting champion can be your husband.”
At the mention of this, she smiled meaningfully. “You probably paid this guy to drive to and from work. After all your poor husband can’t afford it. Unfortunately, not many people here pay attention to fighting championships, so none of us recognize him. Hana, you wasted
your money on him…”
Caroline was amazed at Vivian’s ridiculous leaps of logic.
She was about to speak, but Quentin said, “I can’t stand this anymore. He’s clearly driving her around because he has a crush on her, got
it?”
As soon as these words were spoken, Jack looked at Quentin, dumbfounded.
What the hell? Why would he have a crush on his boss‘ wife? He didn’t want to die!
Quentin squatted on the ground to search for a document.
Then, he handed one of the papers to Caroline and explained, “Jack used to be from Easton, then he went abroad. Before he did, he met
you and fell in love with you.
“However, because you and Eddy were engaged, he had no choice but to go abroad.”
He paused before saying, “Later, when he found out you had broken off the engagement with Eddy, he rushed back to Easton. But unfortunately, it was still too late. When he returned, he found out that you were married — Quentin scratched his head.
Why did he feel a sense of familiarity the more he talked?
But he didn’t think too much of it and continued, “So, he had no choice but to lie that he’s a driver the company had appointed, just to see
you every day,”
and Jack were speechless.
along while, Jules struggled to speak, “W–what a touching story about unrequited love! Jack, you’re a wonderful person
Jack grimaced at his words.
Caroline hadn’t expected things to turn out this way. She had never known that someone had feelings for her in secret. She would be ing
If she said she wasn’t touched.
She said sadly. “I’m sorry, Mr. Jack. I can’t accept your feelings. I think we’re
Jack gritted his teeth. He finally understood what Kirk meant just now. He didn’t want to send him on a thrilling mission. Instead, he
wanted him to be his scapegoat.
“Don’t worry, Ms: Evans. I’ve completely let go of my feelings for you.”
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“It’s the greatest honor for her husband when even his rival in love is acknowledging his worth.”
“I really want to know who Caroline’s husband is!”
Caroline relaxed after hearing Jack’s words.
Thinking about it carefully. Jack had never acted excessively or shown any emotions around her. He had probably already given up on her.
She smiled. “That’s good.”
However, now wasn’t the time to deal with Jack. Caroline turned to look at Vivian, who was sitting on the ground, dazed.
Vivian scratched at a desk with one hand, laughing and murmuring. “Even a fighting champion has a crush on her Haha! Why? Why do so many people like Caroline, while no one likes me? Just why?”
Caroline had seen this behavior on TV–someone going insane after getting provoked.
She knelt in front of Vivian. Looking straight into her eyes, she showed Vivian the evidence that she had bribed the judges of the Rosebow
Contest.
*These are the transaction records of your payment to the judges of the Rosebow Contest.”
She leaned into Vivian’s ear and whispered. “Although the Rosebow Contest is an overseas competition and there’s no jurisdiction domestically, this evidence proves that you knew you’d be participating with your designs.”
She paused. Facing Vivian’s confused gaze, she continued, “You knew that your work was in the competition long before the results were
out.
“In other words, you knew that Susan sent your designs to the organizing committee with my email. You had dumped the blame on Susan
before, but you can’t run away this time.”
Vivian lost her grip on her desk, and she fell heavily to the ground with a thud. Her face was pale.
Half an hour later, the police arrived and took Vivian away.
Caroline approached Jules and apologized, saying, “I’m really sorry, Mr. Hawkins. I planned to wait until you found a new design director before calling the police about this. But ”
That being said, there was no trace of guilt in her tone.
Jules said understandingly, “I should be thanking you. Seeing how insane she became, It would have been bad for Thorne Corp if word about this got out. I didn’t expect her to turn out like this, just out of jealousy.”
Caroline didn’t say anything in response and led Jack to clean up her office. She didn’t have a lot of things there, so she finished packing
soon.
Just as she was about to leave. Cheryl opened the door and walked into the office. She looked at Caroline shyly, hesitant to speak.
Ca
ted at Jack and ordered, “You should leave first, Mr. Jack.”
“Allnig Jack went downstairs, carrying a box.
When he got downstairs, he saw Charles standing next to the car. Jack looked at him silently.
Charles hurriedly approached Jack when he saw him. He said, “Good Job, Jack.”
Jack narrowed his eyes when he saw how hard Charles was trying to keep himself from laughing. “You already knew about this?”
Charles cracked in an instant and burst out laughing. “No, I just found out.”
After laughing, he kindly comforted him. “You should be happy, Jack. You’re the only person who has survived our boss‘ wrath despite having a crush on the madam. You can brag about this any time you want.”
Jack thought happily. “Oh, it’s all thanks to him that I can live my days happily.”
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“What’s wrong, Cher/17 Caroline asked patiently, looking at the silent woman in front of her
Cheryl looked up at Caroline. After seeing her encouraging gaze, she said, “Caroline, can I go to Evans Group?
Caroline smiled at her words. “You want to go to Evans Group with me?”
Cherd hit her lip nervously and nodded.
But she immediately explained, “Caroline, I swear I’m not trying to ride on your coattails. Well not exactly. I want to ride on your coattails
and learn by your side t
She was blabbering, and her face turned red.
Caroline said with a smile, “I understand.”
Hearing Caroline’s gentle voice, Cheryl calmed down.
She looked at Caroline gratefully and said, “Caroline, I really learned a lot of things when I worked for you. I promise I’m not following you
because you’re Evans Group’s CEO.”
Caroline nodded. She could tell that Cheryl was sincere, but she said, “You have to think this through. The workplace isn’t a place for
emotions.”
Caroline paused and said bluntly, “Do you know the situation Evans Group is in right now? It’s a total mess. If you follow me there, you’ll
endure many hardships.”
Evans Group had both internal and external problems. Caroline’s job was bound to be more challenging than people thought.
But as long as she got through this, she believed that her and everyone else’s careers would grow rapidly.
Cheryl looked at Caroline and said sincerely, “I’m not afraid of suffering. I’m afraid of suffering in vain.” She didn’t think it would be a waste
to follow Caroline.
“All right.” Hearing Cheryl’s assurance, Caroline agreed, “I can take you with me.”
Cheryl smiled happily. “Thank you for giving me the opportunity, Caroline!”
Caroline patted her shoulder. “Handle your resignation and report to Evans Group.”
Not long after Cheryl left, Jack returned. He looked free and easy. Caroline looked at him questioningly. Jack even took the initiative to take all of her things, easily carrying five boxes..
Caroline had originally planned to move her things in two trips, but Jack carried all of them by himself. After bringing the things
Jack patted the car door leisurely.
ything else, Ms. Evans?” He looked like a kid who had gotten a bunch of candy.
“Mr. Jack, did something good happen?”
Jack said with a smile, “Nothing much. My boss just bought me a villa in Macldo and gave me a fighting gym.”
“Your boss is so generous!” Caroline exclaimed in surprise. No wonder Jack didn’t have to work.
“Yeah, he really is.” Jack wished that he could take the blame for Kirk more often.
“Let me lake you home, Ms. Evans.”
Caroline was about to say yes, but she remembered that he had become her driver because he had a crush on her.
He hadn’t even earned a single penny, but he had still worked hard without complaining. Thinking of this, she felt guilty.
She said, “It’s okay, Mr. Jack. Thank you for helping me out during this time. Why don’t you figure out how much I should pay you for your
Trouble?”
No matter how much Caroline had changed, she still couldn’t bear to see someone selflessly helping her with peace of mind.
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it was the most precious sentiment one could give, and she had to repay him for his efforts.
Jack felt a little quilty seeing Caroline like this.
He said, “You don’t have to, Ms. Evans, I volunteered to do this, I didn’t feel troubled working for you at all. On the contrary, this is the most relaxed Ive been in the past few years. Thank you for giving me a chance to take a breather.”
He was most grateful that, because of Caroline, he had the chance to stay by Kirk’s side and see a different side of him. For that alone, all his efforts had been worth it.
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Caroline felt embarrassed at his words. She insisted, “But I should still pay you back for your efforts.”
“It’s okay. You already did.”
Caroline thought he was referring to him becoming more mature and happler because of his experience working for her. She didn’t know he was referring to the villa and fighting gym his boss had given him.
Seeing how Jack had insisted, Caroline no longer hesitated. “Okay. Thank you, Mr. Jack.”
When Jack sent Caroline home, Kirk was already waiting for her.
Seeing Caroline return home, he wrapped his arms around her waist. “You’re just on time, darling.”
Caroline pushed Kirk’s chest. Before, she hadn’t known that Jack had a crush on her, so she could act lovey–dovey with Kirk without any worries. However, now ***
Kirk seemed to have seen through Caroline’s thoughts. He let go of her and said to Jack, “Let’s talk outside.”
Caroline was stunned by his words. She nervously grabbed his tie and looked at him, silently asking if he knew about Jack’s crush on her. She was also curious as to how Kirk knew about this.
Kirk held Caroline’s hand, feeling a hint of jealousy. But he still said with a smile, “Don’t worry. Nothing will happen.”
Caroline tightly grasped Kirk’s tie. As she got lost in his enchanting gaze, she slowly loosened her grip. While the two men approached the door, Caroline swallowed nervously. She said, “Come back soon, Kirk.”
Her eyes were damp as she stood there. The evening sunlight enveloped her body, making her look mystical and ethereal She looked like a goddess who had descended from heaven.
Kirk smiled at the sight. He promised, “Okay.”
After leaving the villa, Jack hurriedly said, “Don’t worry, sir. I’ve already told the madam that I’ve let go of my feelings, and I definitely won’t try to court her in the future.”
There was no way he would do that if he wanted to keep breathing.
Kirk played with the lighter in his hand, wearing a half–smile on his face. “Don’t be so anxious. I was the one who tampered with your
dossier.”
Jack was stunned. It took him a few moments to realize that Kirk was behind all of this. He was speechless. “Sir-
Kirk raised his head, looking in the distance. He said, “I called you out because I want you to remain in Easton and care for my wife.”
Jack said. “But I-
“You haven’t let go of your feelings?” Kirk looked at Jack warningly.
Jack hurriedly said, “Please stop joking with me about this, sir. I’m worried that if I stay, I’ll ruin your relationship
Kirk waved his hand and said confidently, “You definitely won’t.”
Jack hang he was being judged. He wished he could see Kirk go wild for his love once more.
“If th
joesn’t have a problemn with it, I’d be happy to help.”
Kirk smirked. He said, “She definitely won’t. You may leave.”
“Yes, sir.” Jack started his car and drove away.
After watching the car disappear into the distance, Kirk finally relaxed his tense shoulders. He had resolved the issue with Jack but he had to be more careful from now on.
When he thought of Caroline waiting for him in the villa, he instantly relaxed his frown. He strode toward the villa and opened the door.” Darling
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Laroune was cleaning vegetables in the kitchen. When she neard Kirk s voice, sne poked her head out and asked, “I cook something, and we’ll celebrate together. How about that?”
Kirk removed his tie, revealing his sharp collarbones.
He carried Caroline out of the kitchen with one hand, kissing a trail down from her forehead. “Of course, we’re in no rush. So let’s celebrate to our hearts‘ conte
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Caroline was half awake, and she didn’t feel as if she was lying in bed. Instead, she fell as if she were lying in a bed of flowers, and she could sorell all kinds of scents.
She finally woke up and tapped Kirk’s chin lightly with her lingers.
Kirk nodded slightly and placed a kiss on her fingers. “Are you okay?
“To hist hungry,” Caroline replied.
Kirk smiled softly. “I’ll ask Charles to bring some lood over.”
“Isn’t he off work at this hour?”
“Not yet,” Kirk picked up his phone and sent Charles a message. Then, he put his phone back on the bedside table.
He said, “He’ll be here in 15 minutes. I’ll go downstairs and get you a plece of toast now.”
“It’s okay,” Caroline sat up with a blush.
She looked into Kirk’s eyes and pondered for a moment. “I need to talk to you about something.”
“What is it?”
“I want to talk about ……”
Caroline looked away and sald hesitantly, “Mr. Jack’s crush on me
At the mention of this, she looked back at Kirk and assured him, “Don’t worry. We’ll never see each other again.”
Kirk tucked her wet hair behind her ears. He said, “I’m not that pelty. I’ve already talked about it with him. He’ll continue to be your driver.”
Caroline blinked at his words.
Kirk continued, “Besides, Isn’t it normal for someone to have a crush on you, darling? You’re so outstanding, after all”
Caroline blinked again and said hesitantly, “But
“But what?”
*Sean said you’ll feel inferior. Caroline said. Back then, there had been nothing between her and Adrian. However, there had been a scandal, and Kirk had even gone drinking because he felt inferior.
But this time, Jack really had a crush on her.
Kirk froze, and then he pressed his forehead against Caroline’s.
“Me? Inferior?” His voice was low and deep, stirring up tenderness and charm.
Caroline blushed.
Kirk hooked his fingers with Caroline’s and sald somewhat happily. “Did I manage to charm you, darling?”
Caroline was speechless. His fingers reached under the blanket, and she fell a cold touch at her waist. She hurriedly said, “Charles will be
Kirk picked up his phone and sent Charles a message. “I’ll ask him to leave the food at the door.”
Caroline was dumbfounded.
It was already 10:00 pm when they got out of bed and started eating. Wrapped in a bathrobe, Caroline sat across from Kirk, listening to his
voice rolling out in the kitchen.
Kirk explained, “Jack is a fighting champion. He’ll do a good job protecting you, so you should let him stay by your side.”
“But that would feel like I’m using him.”
You wont. You can just pay him a salary. Filk smiled.
allet on Caroline’s plate. “I think he il be delighted.”
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Okay, I’ll ask him tomorrow”
Don’t wa
Kuk suggested, “Ask him right now. Aren’t you going to make sweeping changes to the company tomorrow? I’m worried that those fumatics will go against you‘
Caroline held her fork and stared at Kirk, perplexed. She asked, “How do you know I’m going to do that?” She had never told Kirk what she Wanted to do in Evans Group this entire time,
Kirk palled his chest and joked, “Call it a spouse’s intuition.”
Caroline smiled at his words.
“You should go to bed soon. You have to fight a tough battle tomorrow,” Kirk advised.
He put another plece of meal on Caroline’s plate. “And eat some more food.”
He worked so hard to make Caroline gain some weight, but that weight would probably be gone from the stress of working at Evans Group.
“Okay” Caroline continued eating and tried to suppress her smile,
Finally, she could no longer hold it back, and a large grin spread on her face,
The next day, Caroline saw Jack’s car in front of her house. She hesitated for a moment, then walked to the car.
Neither of them spoke as if nothing had changed. Last night, they reached an agreement that Jack would join Evans Group and become her full–time driver.
Jack’s words completely quelled Caroline’s worries. He said he wasn’t staying because of his former crush on her but because he wanted to live an ordinary life,
In the past, he had only known the life of a fighter, and he had lost many chances to enjoy himself. Having a regular job would make it easier for him to have an ordinary lifestyle.
Most importantly, he sounded tactful and appropriate, without a hint of conflict or complaint. Their relationship was utterly professional which freed Caroline from her worries,
In the car, Caroline first made several phone calls to the recruiting company to finalize the interview details for the afternoon.
She then took the time to contact several companies‘ bosses with whom she had built bridges during her time at Thorne Corp.
By the time she was done, she was almost at the company. She thought for a moment before saying, “Can you come upstairs with me, Mr. Jack
Jack nodded, “Of course.” This morning, Kirk had specifically ordered him to protect Caroline.
The
ed side by side to the elevator, it was rush hour right now. There were many companies on the floor where Evans Group was
yees who were going to work blocked the elevator entrance.
Taking advantage of the time, Caroline took out the list of employees at Evans Group and made some notes.
At this moment, several men who looked like renovators came in carrying ladders and tools, making the already narrow passageway even more congested.
Some people couldn’t help complaining, “Which floor is having a renovation so soon in the morning?”
“It seems to be the 24th Boor.”
Someone replied, “I heard someone took over the entire floor, and they’re going to open an apparel company.”
“Using an entire floor? That’s amazing.”
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What’s right. A big boss must have cought it
While they were chatting, Caroline had already entered the elevator. Soon, the elevator reached the 23rd floor. She left the elevator and immediately saw Emery putting on makeup at the front desk.
Emery also saw Caroline and stopped her movements quiltly. Then, she continued to put on her eye makeup as if no one else was around.
Caroline gave her another glance, then walked into the office lobby.
In the lobby, everyone was slacking off. Caroline looked at the watch on her wrist. It was already 9:30 am. She couldn’t believe they were slacking off just after working for half an hour.
She gently placed her bag on the table and ordered. “Call everyone out here!”
Everyone lazily looked up at Caroline, but no one moved.
At this moment, two people walked in the door. One of them was Luke, and the other was Tom. When they saw Caroline, they smiled brightly.
“You’re so hardworking to be here early in the moming. Ms. Evans. We were afraid we wouldn’t see you if we came early.”
Caroline asked. “Is there something I can help you with?”
“We’re here to discuss our divestment.
As soon as they finished speaking, everyone looked at Caroline gloatingly.
Caroline coldly looked back at everyone and said, “All right
Everyone was slightly startled by her gaze.
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Luke and Tem were also dumbfounded. They thought there would be some diff Caroline to agree so readily.
They couldn’t help but wonder if she was up to something.
In achieving their objectives, but they didn’t expect
“Are you
really agreeing to us retracting our Investment? Luke asked.
Caroline said. “Forcing things will never work out. Since both of you are unwilling to work with this company, I won’t force you.”
Before taking over this mess, she had already thought of this outcome. “The company personnel will contact you later about the process detalls. Is there anything else I can do for both of you?
She was clearly implying that they should leave.
Luke and Tom replied, “No. I hope that the divestment process will be as relaxed as this. With that, the two men left.
The employees al Evans Group were still waiting for Luke and Tom to leach Caroline a lesson. They didn’t expect things to be resolved so quickly. They found it boring.
Emery quickly texted Layla about what happened just now. As soon as she sent the message, she heard Caroline’s cold voice. “Mr. Jack, call everyone out here!”
Jack nodded and called everyone out in the office area. Those who dared to resist didn’t dare say anything else after seeing how strong Jack was, and they went to the hall obediently.
More than 200 people had been scattered throughout the office, but they all arrived in the hall.
Caroline glanced at everyone. She already knew there were 225 people In Evans Group.
90% of the top management were ignorant and incompetent jerks who allied with the Evans farnily, so she had to replace them all.
However, changing so many employees at once was unrealistic, so she had no choice but to pick them off individually.
Meanwhile, the ordinary employees were a little better, with only 45% of them siding with the Evans family.
Yet even this number of people could be dangerous in a regular family business. So Caroline needed to deal with the 45% first.
Facing all the employees, she announced undauntingly, “I know some of you are unhappy with me becoming Evans Group’s CEO. However, let me say this: this company is a place where we generale profits. If you can’t do something as simple as that, feel free to
resign!”
Many people frowned at Caroline for suggesting they resign first thing.
“If not, I will be announcing the employees who will be dismissed,” Caroline continued.
Everyone’s expression changed slightly, and their eyes landed on the list Caroline had taken from her bag.
Emery’s face turned pale when she saw the list. She remembered Caroline telling her she would fire her the first day she took office.
Back then, she thought Caroline was talking nonsense. She quickly took out her phone and sent a message to Layla, desperately asking
Layla to save her.
Caroline looked at everyone, who had varying expressions on their faces, and began to call the names of the terminated employees.
“Hayden aves. Rowan Evans, Gale Parsons. Emery Evans” Caroline’s voice was gentle but full of authority.
Evi
ther
se name was called had an intricate connection with the Evans family. Some of them were blood relatives, while some of
elated to them by marriage.
These were the ordinary employees. Meanwhile, for the top management, Caroline only fired the head of the public relations department.
Chapter 320 A Foreboding Sense of Dread
Chloe gently pushed open the door and entered the study. Joseph remained with his back turned, his gaze fixed on the computer screen. His handsome face was dark and brooding, fueled by his intense frustration over the Whitman Group’s recent months of losses. He had an irresistible urge
to grab Jona
wn Chloe’s spine, accompanied by a foreboding sense of dread in
than and give him a good beating.
He picked up his phone and called Jonathan, his voice carrying an obvious tone of frustration. Terminate all the projects you invested in last quarter immediately. Also, I want you to voluntarily
step down from the board of directors. Focus on your role as the administrative director and
refrain from meddling in any senior–level projects.”
Chloe’s heart skipped a beat. She could not help but wonder just how much damage Jonathan had
caused the Whitman Group to provoke such anger from someone as influential and formidable as
Joseph. The extent of the losses must have been significant for Joseph to be seething with such
frustration
“No! You can’t do this to me, Joe! As a Whitman, it’s only natural for me to be on the board unless
Grandpa says otherwise!” Jonathan protested.
Joseph sneered, “Just wait for the notice.”
Without waiting for Jonathan to spew any more nonsense, Joseph promptly ended the call, unwilling to listen to any further explanation from the other end. After all the talking, he felt a bit
thirsty and turned around to reach for a glass of water on the coffee table.
Chloe noticed his action and handed it to him.
He looked up, and their gaze met.
Chloe stood there, radiating with beauty. She donned a knee–length dress in a serene shade of sky blue, enhancing her appearance with a subtle touch of makeup. Her delicate features exuded an aura of grace, gentleness, and refinement, captivating all those who laid eyes upon her.
She met Joseph’s deep, enigmatic gaze, her eyes shimmering. “Patrick hurt his back, so he told
me to bring this to you.
“Did Grandpa say anything to you?” he asked.
“No. He didn’t say anything”
“Hmm? Really?” Joseph raised his eyebrows.
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“Grandpa told me to live my own life, and that I shouldn’t care about how others think of me.”
She chose not to tell Joseph everything that Harold told her.
Joseph furrowed his brow slightly and said, “Don’t listen to him.”
Chloe refused to back down. “Then I guess I shouldn’t listen to you either.”
A malicious smirk tugged at Joseph’s thin lips. “Well, let’s see.”
“What do you really want?” Chloe stared at him incredulously.
“Nothing. Since Grandpa loves you so much, you should stay and continue to be his granddaughter
-in–law.”
Joseph believed he had made his intentions clear and had given her enough reputation. He had
made numerous concessions on her behalf. This was her final opportunity, and if she failed to
seize it, the consequences would be solely her responsibility.
Chloe could not believe what she had heard as she stared at him. “Am I some kind of object? Just
because Grandpa likes me, I’m supposed to stay and be your wife? Joseph, you have a lot of nerve!”
“Watch your words when you’re talking to me!” Joseph rose to his feet, his thin lips pressed into a
straight line, his countenance cold and merciless.
Chloe immediately covered her mouth, realizing her mistake. This was his territory, and she
should not have been so reckless.
Joseph moved closer to her, his tone dripping with condescension. “Isn’t it beneficial to be my wife? Here, you can have everything at your fingertips. Endless wealth, glory, and power that others can only dream of. Aren’t these the very things women desire the most?”
“Yes! It’s true that women, and not just women, but people all over the world, are drawn to such a lifestyle. But if life lacks love and is only filled with materialism, I’d rather remain in poverty
forever!”
She had experienced that feeling of being needed without being loved when she was with the
Johnsons and refused to go through it again.
Chloe’s words landed like a heavy blow on Joseph, piercing deep into his heart and causing an
intense ache. The realization that she did not love him stirred a tumult of emotions withm him
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Joseph’s penetrating gaze fixed upon the woman standing inches away, his eyes carrying hidden
anguish. He briefly closed his eyes, erasing any trace of lingering tenderness he had for her. When
his
eyes reopened, his demeanor turned cold and merciless.
“You’ll come to regret your decision.”
An unexplainable chill raced d
Betrayed by her fiancé, Caroline Evans decides on a whim to marry someone else. Everyone mocks her for the decision of giving up on the heir to the Morrison family and choosing some poor punk instead. However, that poor punk is actually secretly the top wealthiest person around, newly back in the country to invest in its development. He’s also her ex’s uncle! Lamenting about being tricked, Caroline Evans insists on a divorce. But her husband corners her and says unblinkingly, “That billionaire is not me. That guy had cosmetic surgery to look like me.” Looking at his handsome face, Caroline believes it. “What a curse to have the same face as someone of the Morrison family!” The next day, the world is surprised to find that the heir of the Morrison family has been kicked out and now has nothing. As for the newly crowned top billionaire, he starts wearing a mask to hide his attractive features.
