Chapter 49 Buy It Back Three Times the Price! Simon wore an ugly expression. He didn’t expect Kate to suddenly ask him for the transfer contract, let alone for Eric to take back the private hospital. After receiving the transfer contract, he quickly signed it and then directly sold the private hospital. The annual profit of that private hospital was substantial, but Simon was not interested. He wanted to establish himself in the business world, so he sold it as his startup capital. He never anticipated Eric’s sudden interest in reclaiming the private hospital. Seeing Simon silent for a long time, Kate looked at him suspiciously, with a hint of sarcasm in her eyes. She feigned anxiety on her face as she said, “Simon, please don’t tell me you’ve signed the contract. If you have, transfer it back to me quickly, or transfer it to Eric. “If he discovers that you control the private hospital, we’re both done for.” Listening to Kate’s anxious words, he couldn’t help but shiver at the thought of Eric’s methods, despite his unwillingness. Then, he said with a hint of apology, “Kate, I’m really sorry. Give me two days, and I’ll get the transfer contract ready for you. Simon also realized that Eric probably didn’t know that the private hospital had already been transferred to him by Kate; otherwise, he would have acted long ago. So, no matter the cost, he had to buy back that private hospital and then transfer it to Kate for free … Thinking of this, Simon felt his heart bleeding again, but if he didn’t do this, Kate would not gain Eric’s trust. If Eric grew tired of her, he wouldn’t stand to gain anything either. Although Simon was very ambitious, he had a clear understanding and positioning of himself. Kate smiled lightly at this point and said softly, “Simon, I’ll wait for your contract. You know that Eric is watching me closely. We have to talk and meet less in the future. Let’s get through this period first. Don’t text anymore. If I need anything, I’ll find you.” Simon’s face immediately stiffened, and then he looked pitifully at Kate. “But, Kate, what should I do if I miss you?” Hearing Simon’s words, Kate almost threw up, but she couldn’t ruin her relationship with Simon. She looked sincerely at him and said, “Simon, you should understand the principle of perseverance, right? “Okay, I have to go now. Otherwise, Eric will be angry if he finds out I’m missing again. Remember to quickly handle the contract of that private hospital and give it back to me.” After saying that, Kate decisively turned and left.. Balance, 1 Coins 391 +0 1 Pearls 4.14 PM Chapter 49 Buy It Back Three Times the Price! Simon shouted again, but he saw Kate walking faster without looking back. Finished Simon clenched his fists in anger, muttering a curse under his breath. He watched as Kate walked way his eyes cold. Then, he took a deep breath and reluctantly pulled out his phone to make a call. “Mr. Campbell, this is Simon. Um, regarding the private hospital I sold to you last month, I want to buy it back now… “The price will be the same as we discussed before. What? Triple?” Simon’s face contorted in extreme frustration. He took a deep breath and said, “Okay, Mr. Campbell, triple it is. I will come to sign the contract with you first thing tomorrow morning!” After hanging up the phone, Simon angrily kicked a nearby trash can. “Damn it! He’s asking me to buy the run–down hospital back at triple the price?!” Simon felt extremely frustrated, and his face was twisting in anger. He had sold the private hospital for one hundred and fifty thousand, and buying it back at triple the price meant he had to pay four hundred and fifty thousand!
Category: Reborn of Kate by Isla Rainfield
Chapter 48 Pay It Back Tenfold In the room on the sixteenth floor, Kate sat on the sofa in the room, looking down at the messages on her phone. The news of Anna being taken away by the police caused a huge sensation in Capital City and became a topic of conversation for many people. The internet is now flooded with comments on this matter. Although the stock price of Lowe Group would be affected, it was still much stronger than Sadler Group’s. There was a wave of criticism online against Sadler Group. Those bodyguards were sent by Kate to the room opposite, while Lucas, who was supposed to assist Eric, was hiding in the bathroom, also at the behest of Kate. Lucas looked at Kate with confusion in his eyes. He didn’t know what Kate wanted to do, but when he saw Simon rushing into the room after a while, his eyes suddenly widened! Kate invited Simon over? Isn’t she challenging Mr. Eric’s power?! Although I’m hiding in the bathroom in the room… what exactly does Kate want to do? so Lucas grabbed his hair in frustration. He could foresee Eric’s reaction after knowing about he quickly sent a message to Eric to report the current situation, while quietly starting to record a video. “Kate!” Simon came in, and when he saw Kate, a smile appeared on his face. He opened his arms to hug Kate. A hint of disgust quickly flashed in Kate’s eyes as she bluntly said, “Don’t come over.” How could she let Simon have any intimate contact with her when she felt physically uncomfortable just seeing him now? Kate was certain that if she had any intimate behaviour with Simon, Eric would go crazy with jealousy. Besides, Kate didn’t want to disgust herself. Simon’s outstretched arms froze in mid–air, and he didn’t know what to do for a moment. He could only awkwardly put his hands down and then look at Kate strangely, asking, “Kate, what’s wrong? Kate looked at Simon coldly, suppressing the hatred surging in her heart while she indifferently said, “Where’s the transfer contract I had someone deliver to you last month?” Simon was stunned for a moment, then he smiled and said, “It’s locked up in my house. Kate, what- 1/2 Chapter 48 Pay It Back Tenfold Kate interrupted Simon indifferently. “Have you signed it?” Simon’s expression changed slightly, and he replied somewhat unnaturally, “Kate, I-” Finished Kate couldn’t stand his hesitance and bluntly said. “That private hospital belongs to Eric. Now he’s asking me for it. If I can’t produce it… You know what Eric’s like. If he finds out that the private hospital is in your hands….” Just last month, Kate transferred a private hospital that Eric had given her to Simon after signing a transfer contract. She even foolishly said it was compensation for Simon. She felt that she could only devote herself to Eric now, and she could only keep Simon hidden like a rat in a sewer. They could only secretly date while avoiding Eric, which was too unfair to Simon. So, she tried her best to compensate Simon, besides transferring assets to him, she also occasionally gave him money. She even helped Simon transfer assets and personally sign contracts, thinking that Simon was preparing for their future. Little did she know, he was a traitor! After Simon got his hands on that hospital, he sold it directly, and he would use the money he made to invade and defeat Lowe Group in the future. Now that Kate has come back to life, how could she let Simon easily take away these things? She wanted Simon to pay it back tenfold! Send Gifts 20 回
Chapter 47 Come Over By Yourself Hendrick chuckled helplessly. Due to Anna’s sudden incident, Hendrick didn’t have a chance to exchange a few words with Kate before hurriedly leaving. There were still many matters in Lowe Group that required his attention, and at the same time, Hendrick needed to find a new secretary to replace Anna. As Kate observed Hendrick’s hasty departure, she let out a long sigh, and her eyes unknowingly. welled up with tears. How wonderful. Eric did not suffer any complications from the wound on his left arm that I inflicted, and Hendrick dodged Anna’s schemes at the banquet. Everything is progressing positively. Kate clenched her fists and took a deep breath. Things will gradually improve. Since I have been reborn, I absolutely will not allow the tragedies of my past life to recur! As for the assets that were covertly transferred by Simon and Ruth, I will ensure they are returned tenfold or a hundredfold! Kate’s eyes suddenly turned cold, surprising Lucas nearby, who also regarded Kate with a hint of complexity. Frankly, the unfolding events of this evening exceeded his expectations. He had never seen Kate in this manner. Previously, she used to clash with Eric. Displaying arrogance and recklessness, she behaved like a spoiled and petulant princess who viewed others as inferior. However, tonight, Kate appeared composed and collected. She exuded a cold and resolute aura and spoke decisively with a hint of Eric’s influence. If Kate could have fewer disagreements with Mr. Eric… Lucas pondered, suddenly realising that Kate hadn’t actually quarrelled with Eric during this period. Perhaps Kate has truly altered her ways. Lucas’s perception of Kate subtly shifted. If she could maintain this demeanour, they would be willing to accept her as Mrs. Davison. Unaware of Lucas’s thoughts, Kate focused on the message sent by Simon on her phone with at stern expression. Observing her lack of response, Simon almost incessantly messaged her. He kept alluding to Balance: 391 +0 1 Coins = 1 Pearls Chapter 47 Come Over By Yourself Finished Kate lightly tapped her fingers and promptly replied to Simon: “I’m in room 1602 on the 16th floor. Come over by yourself.” Meanwhile, in the lobby on the first floor, Simon sat in a corner, feeling bored as he sipped a glass of wine alone. Growing restless, his gaze was fixed on the phone on the table. It’s been a while. Why hasn’t Kate responded to my message? Wasn’t she the one eager to contact me before? With Eric absent, Kate is alone, presenting a perfect opportunity for a rendezvous. He intended to capitalise on this chance to play the victim in front of Kate and gain some advantages from her. Buzz. The phone suddenly vibrated, prompting Simon to swiftly pick it up. As he read the message, a smile graced his face, and then he decisively headed towards the elevator. In a lavish private room on the tenth floor, numerous men in suits sat around the negotiation. table while observing the man seated at the head, who exuded a cold and aloof demeanour as he perused the documents. Under his icy and commanding presence, they all felt a tinge of nervousness. The man’s phone screen illuminated suddenly, catching his indifferent gaze. He had received at new message. H expression turned dark as his deep eyes seemed to be brewing a storm. His aura grew colder and more oppressive, causing those around him to involuntarily shudder. Eric’s fingers tapped the phone, the intent to kill and hostility in his eyes on the verge of eruption. Kate… You’re really something. Send Gifts 20
Chapter 46 You’re All Grown Up Now Was a close call. If it weren’t for her Upon hearing his words, Kate breathed a sigh of relief. It reminder, Hendrick would have had no guard against Anna at all. However, Kate was very clear about Hendrick’s character. Although he appeared gentle on the surface and had a good relationship with Anna, when Anna threatened the Lowe Group and him, he would decisively withdraw himself. Hendrick seemed polite on the surface, smiling at everyone, but in reality, his heart was cold. Very few people could truly enter his inner world. In his past life, although Anna had forced Hendrick to marry her, after marriage, Hendrick despised her even more and rarely paid attention to her. Anna secretly added something to his drink, wanting him to press his fingerprint on the share transfer agreement, and even invited reporters to make him infamous. If she could do that today, she could completely destroy Lowe Group tomorrow! When Anna showed no remorse, she had become useless to Hendrick. “But Kate, why did you come here?” Hendrick looked at Kate curiously and couldn’t help but ask. In fact, he was not completely unprepared. The recording pen and hidden pinhole camera were already prepared. He had evidence for everything that happened in the room tonight. He would never allow Anna to tarnish his reputation! Just as he was about to wake up and interrupt Anna’s plan, questioning why she was doing this, Kate brought people along and kicked the door open. Kate exhaled lightly. “You and Anna were away for so long, and your phone was off. I was worried about you.” Looking at her gently, Hendrick raised his hand and rubbed her head while saying with a smile, “You’re all grown up now.” Three years seemed to have changed Kate a lot. Hendrick had never expected to see Kate at the banquet. He had only been learning about Kate’s recent situation through Eric, and Eric always only reported good news without mentioning. anything negative about her. This showed how well he had taken care of her. But Hendrick knew Kate’s personality. She would not stay obediently at Summer Estate, as Eric said. However, she had blocked them, so even if he wanted to contact her, he couldn’t. After suddenly being touched on the head, Kate felt a little dazed for a moment. 1/2 4.13 PM 0. Chapter 46 You’re All Grown Up Now Her brothers all liked to rub her head, speak gently to her, and pamper her without limits. It could be said that, as long as Kate wanted something, her brothers and parents would do everything they could to give it to her. Finished Looking at the dazed Kate, Hendrick sighed softly and looked at her with a serious gaze. “But Kate, I don’t want you to grow up at all.” He hoped that Kate would always be the little princess they protected; he felt that Kate should be untouched by dirt and darkness. But today, it was Kate who had brought people along and inadvertently exposed Anna’s. conspiracy, revealing those dark and unbearable things right in front of her. Kate smiled and looked firmly at Hendrick while shaking her head gently. “Hendrick, you can’t protect me forever.” The memories of her past life still deeply pierced Kate’s heart. They had not only failed to protect her for a lifetime, but their lives also tragically ended early because of her! Her parents and brothers, as well as Eric, did not have a good ending. After lowering her gaze, Kate looked up again with a hint of determination in her eyes. “Hendrick, I want to protect you all, too.” Hendrick was momentarily speechless. He quietly observed Kate, sensing a hint of sadness and pain in her eyes. The look of discomfort and sorrow on her face appeared to grip Hendrick’s heart like an invisible. hand, causing a dull ache. Nevertheless, the troubled expression on Kate’s face soon faded, giving way to a radiant and lovely smile. “See, Hendrick, I protected you today.”
Chapter 45 Lose Everything In the end, Anna was escorted all the way to the outside of Emperor Hotel by the bodyguards, and there were already police cars waiting at the hotel entrance. Anna was taken out and directly put into the police car. What would follow was a series of investigations. This included finding out whether there were any illegal activities during her tenure as Hendrick’s secretary. As for that recording, Sadler Group and Lana naturally tried their best to explain that they had nothing to do with it, saying that voices could be faked. They even produced an employee of Sadler Group whose voice was almost identical to Lana’s. Although Lana removed herself from this matter, the reputation of Sadler Group plummeted in an instant. In just one night, Sadler Group was hit with two scandals. First, Lana, the arrogant and domineering young lady of Sadler Group, tried to attack Kate, the young lady of Lowe Group, inside Emperor Hotel, but ended up being beaten back and thrown out by the staff of Emperor Hotel. Then, Sadler Group’s employee threatened and used Anna, Hendrick’s secretary, to secretly transfer the assets of Lowe Group, tarnishing the reputation of Lowe Group … Lana deeply experienced the taste of losing everything this time. “You’re useless!” In a private room at Emperor Hotel, Scott Sadler slapped Lana’s face hard, causing her to cry with her hands covering her face. The slap mark on her face became more prominent. First, she was slapped by Kate, and now by her own father. Lana was about to explode! But Scott was livid as well. He was in the middle of discussing a collaboration with overseas investors when suddenly their attitude changed, and they decisively rejected the cooperation with Sadler Group, bluntly stating that Sadler Group was not worthy. Before Scott could react, he received a series of messages. All of them were related to Lana! This time, Sadler Group had truly made the headlines. Looking at Lana with disappointment and anger, Scott was unable to contain his fury. “Why did you provoke Kate? Wasn’t the previous lesson enough?” Lana, still covering her face, retorted unwillingly, “Kate is just a trophy wife! This must be what Eric’s doing behind the scenes. I bet Kate couldn’t come up with such a meticulous plan!” Thinking carefully now, she felt she must have fallen into Kate’s trap. Otherwise, how could things have coincidentally turned out this way? Balance: 416 + 1 Comms – 1 Pearls Chapter 45 Lose Everything Finished scapegoat within Sadler Group to take all the blame and protect Lana. However, the stock price of Sadler Group was probably not going to recover anytime soon. “Hmph, you knew that Eric was behind Kate, yet you still dared to go against her? Are you trying to make Sadler Group go bankrupt? How dare you provoke that lunatic, Eric!” Lana looked at his father defiantly, and retorted without hesitation. “Dad, haven’t you heard that Kate and Eric don’t get along? They are just putting on a show for others. Eric won’t come after us for Kate. “By the way, I have another way in Lana lowered her voice and whispered a few words in Scott’s ear. Scott’s expression improved, and he coldly snorted, “You’d better be right about that!” Meanwhile, Kate and Hendrick were sitting in a room on the sixteenth floor. Kate looked nervously at Hendrick. “Hendrick, are you feeling unwell? What did Anna give you?” Hendrick smiled bitterly and then looked at Kate gently. “It’s all thanks to your reminder. Otherwise, I might not have escaped…” Although Hendrick had a high tolerance for alcohol, he could not survive a spiked drink. Despite this, he remained vigilant and made sure to only consume drinks that he had poured himself, avoiding the communal wine and discreetly disposing of it. Send Gifts
hapter 44 Why Treat Me Like This? Anna was still forcibly taken away by the two bodyguards. Simultaneously, a group of media rushed over from the direction of the stairs. The reporters carrying cameras observed Anna being dragged out by the two bodyguards and immediately sensed a breaking news story unfolding. They swiftly raised their cameras and began capturing images of Anna. In a pitiful state, Anna attempted to shield her face, but to no avail. The reporters were aware of a major news event on the sixteenth floor of Emperor Hotel, yet they lacked specifics, prompting them to pursue Anna and continue snapping photos. While taking pictures, they saw two more individuals come out of the room where Anna had been taken. They were a handsome man and a stunning woman; the man exuded charm, while the woman dazzled in a fiery red dress that caught everyone’s attention. It was Hendrick, the current rightful leader of Lowe Group, and the eldest daughter of the Lowes, Kate! The reporters immediately surrounded them, with someone recognising Anna as Hendrick’s secretary. They promptly handed the microphone to Hendrick and inquired, “Mr. Lowe, did Ms. Sommers commit a wrongdoing? Why was she escorted out by the bodyguards?” “Why did both of you exit the same room? Could it be that Ms. Sommers was involved in something nefarious?” Facing the encircling reporters, Hendrick maintained a composed demeanour. He cast a deep glance at Anna, who pleaded with her eyes, and slowly retrieved a recording pen, then pressed play. The recording played once more, causing a stir among the reporters! The contents of the recording were truly mind–blowing! The reporters implored Hendrick for the original recording, and without hesitation, Hendrick provided a copy. Simultaneously, Kate shared the video captured upon entering the room with the reporters. With these two pieces of evidence disclosed, Anna’s scheme to harm Hendrick and seize Lowe Group’s assets was confirmed. Anna observed their actions, feeling completely disheartened! She glared at Hendrick and Kate with intense hatred, her heart seething with resentment. Why wouldn’t they give me another chance? I was coerced into this situation. Why couldn’t they show more leniency? Nothing grave occurred; I haven’t taken anything, and Hendrick is unharmed. Why treat me like this?! Once these revelations go public, my life will be ruined. 1/2 Can the rich just do anything they want? Lana used my family to threaten m or Hendrick for three years, and he’s casting me aside like I’m nothing now. Her once tender heart suauenly turned cold! This is all because of Kate! Had she not been so assertive, things wouldn’t have unfolded this way! Anna glared fiercely at Kate. If looks could kill, Kate would have perished a thousand times over by now. Simultaneously, Anna’s admiration for Hendrick had morphed into loathing. From the outset, she had not agreed to Lana’s plan to harm Hendrick. Having been by Hendrick’s side for three years and receiving his care, she had developed feelings of admiration for him. She couldn’t bear to hurt him, yet she couldn’t allow her family to be harmed either! She believed that, after three years by Hendrick’s side, he should have reciprocated her feelings. How could he not perceive her genuine love? Yet, she hadn’t anticipated Hendrick’s callousness! “Hahaha!” Anna suddenly erupted into hysterical laughter, her eyes brimming with despair and hatred. She gazed at Hendrick once more and uttered, word by word, “Hendrick, I hate you!” Hendrick observed the seemingly unhinged Anna, his brows barely furrowing. Recalling Anna’s carlier words, disappointment further clouded his eyes. What is Anna doing? Has she grown to hate me now? She claimed to admire me, but does that imply I’m obligated to reciprocate? Moreover, when Anna tampered with my drink and spiked it, she severed the three–year relationship between us with her own hands. There is now no chance of resuming our relationship! Send Gifi 20
Chapter 43 I Was Really Forced The conversation recording was played directly, and when Anna heard it, her face instantly turned pale. She never expected that Hendrick had prepared a recording device in advance. Could it be that Hendrick had long seen through her scheme? Otherwise, how could he have a recording device on hand to capture those contents? With a pale face, Anna wanted to retort, but she heard Hendrick say. “Do you still want to argue? I also have a video recording here. Would you like to watch it?” Hendrick’s face was cold and distant as he looked at Anna with eyes full of disappointment. The secretary who had been by his side for three years actually wanted to harm him at this critical moment. She not only aimed to take away ten percent of Lowe Group’s shares from him, but also planned to create a scandal and jeopardise Lowe Group’s qualification for the collaboration. Her intentions were indeed sinister. Anna had efficiently handled tasks and earned Hendrick’s admiration during the three years she had been with him. Lowe Group had entrusted her with many responsibilities, and she had accompanied Hendrick to various events as his plus one. However, he never expected that the person beside him was a traitor! Anna opened her mouth, then suddenly knelt down on the ground, tears falling. “Mr. Lowe, I–I didn’t do it willingly. I was forced!” Anna cried pitifully, saying, “Lana, from Sadler Group, threatened my family. She said if I didn’t comply, she would cut off my parents‘ income! “They are just ordinary people from the suburbs. Lana even used their lives to threaten me… While crying, Anna reached for Hendrick’s trouser leg and lifted her tear–stained face while continuing, “Mr. Lowe, I’ve been with you for three years! I may not have done much, but I have endured a lot. Can you forgive me this time? I really had no choice…” Watching Anna switch between the composed secretary and the pitiful, crying woman, Kate looked at her with surprise. This Anna really knows how to act. Now she’s saying she had no choice! Why didn’t she say she had no choice earlier? It was because she thought we had no evidence at all, and everything depended on her word! When Hendrick played the recording and mentioned there was surveillance footage, Anna panicked completely. With her leverage in Hendrick’s hands, if he decides to pursue it, she will likely end up in jail. Balance 1 Coins 483 you didn’t appreciate it.” His voice was cold, devoid of the previous tenderness. “Mr. Lowe, I really was forced to do it! You know that I… I admire you! So, how could I bear to hurt you?” Anna’s eyes were filled with despair as she looked at Hendrick, her voice conveying indescribable sorrow and despair. “Heh.” Kate sneered, uninterested in Anna’s theatrics. He gestured to the bodyguards brought by Lucas, saying. “Take her away and send her to the police station. Handle her accordingly!” When Anna heard Kate’s words, her eyes reflected more desperation. She grabbed Hendrick’s hand and pleaded with tears in her eyes. “Mr. Lowe! Please spare me this time, okay? I know I was wrong. I was truly forced. I didn’t harm you intentionally!” Two bodyguards approached to remove Anna, whose voice grew even more desperate. “Mr. Lowel Hendrick gently pried open Anna’s hand, a faint smile playing on his lips. “It’s too late now.” Anna felt her strength drain away in an instant. As she was being dragged away, she cast a resentful glance at Kate. This is all Kate’s fault! That b*tch spoiled my plan! She must have whispered something to Hendrick; otherwise, why would he treat me like this? It must have been her influence; it’s all because of her! Send Gifts 20 W
Chapter 42 Who Ordered You? Seeing Kate remained silent, Anna spoke calmly, “Ms. Lowe, if there’s nothing else, please take your people and leave. Don’t disturb Mr. Lowe’s rest.” Kate continued to look at Anna. After a long time, she suddenly chuckled. Crossing her arms, she looked down at Anna and said bluntly, “Am I disturbing Hendrick’s rest, or am I disturbing your plan?” Anna frowned and said firmly, “Ms. Lowe, can you please not accuse me of such things?” Anna looked hesitant, as if she wanted to say something, but stopped herself. After pretending to hesitate for a long time, she said coldly, “I was just doing what a secretary should do, taking care of the boss when he was drunk. Is this why you’re attacking me, Ms. Lowe? “Should I have just let Mr. Lowe pass out outside?” As Kate listened to Anna’s accusatory tone, her lips curled with a hint of disdain. She simply sat down by the bed, glanced at Anna, and said, “Anna, if you tell me now who ordered you, maybe you can still turn things around.” Anna frowned. “Ms. Lowe, I don’t understand what you’re talking about.” Seeing that Anna still had the same indifferent look, Kate sighed softly and shrugged helplessly. “Well, don’t blame me, then. I’ve given you a chance, but since you won’t speak up… Hendrick, why don’t you say something?” Kate’s voice was gentle, but to Anna, it felt like a thunderbolt, causing her to freeze for a moment. and subconsciously glance towards Hendrick with a hint of fear. Hendrick was still lying on the bed, showing no signs of waking up. Anna breathed a sigh of relief in her heart, then frowned and said to Kate, “Ms. Lowe, do you really have to disturb Mr. Lowe’s rest?” Kate’s cold gaze fell on Anna, and she chuckled meaningfully. Just as Anna was about to say something else, a warm and pleasant male voice suddenly sounded, tinged with disappointment. “That’s enough.” Anna’s body stiffened, and she turned around in disbelief to see that Hendrick, who had been in a drunken stupor just now, had opened his eyes at some point and was now sitting on the bed, his eyes devoid of any drunkenness. Anna felt a sudden panic in her heart. This doesn’t make sense. I definitely drugged Hendrick, and he should not have woken up at this moment, Kate sat with her arms crossed, watching the scene unfold. Balance: 483 +0 1 Coins: 1 Pearls Chapter 42 Who Ordered You? Finished Anna’s body stiffened, and then she forced out a smile. “Mr. Lowe, what are you talking about…?” She tried to calm her surging emotions, but when she met Hendrick’s eyes, she still subconsciously avoided them. “What am I talking about?” Hendrick’s voice was cold. At this moment, Anna was still pretending to be ignorant, as if nothing had happened. But he didn’t believe her. Anna was about to explain, but she saw Hendrick take something out of his pocket and then a button. “Does this drug really work that well? Are you sure Hendrick won’t remember anything afterwards?” press “I’m absolutely sure. Don’t worry about that, and just carry out the plan. I’ve already arranged for the media to be positioned outside. Once things are done on your end, we’ll have the media rush in. Let them see that Lowe Group is involved in such a scandal and has no qualifications to compete for the collaboration project!” “But Hendrick… “But what? He’d already be unconscious. What could he possibly know? Move quickly, and don’t forget to record the video!” Send Gifts
Chapter 41 You Think I’m a Three–year–old? Kate pushed aside the bodyguard in front of her and rushed in with a swift step. As expected, she saw a passed–out Hendrick lying on the bed, his face flushed. Anna was by his side, surreptitiously holding his hand. In Anna’s hand was a document. She was apparently trying to get Hendrick to leave his fingerprint while he was unconscious. “What are you doing?” Kate asked coldly as she glared at Anna. She took a step forward and snatched the document from her hand. After Kate read the contents of the document, her eyes turned even colder. It turned out to be a share transfer agreement to transfer ten percent of the shares of Lowe Group to Anna. It even had Hendrick’s signature on it, and she just needed his fingerprint. Anna’s face showed a hint of caution. Her expression changed slightly when she saw Kate, but she quickly recomposed herself and calmly said, “Ms. Lowe, this document was just given to me by Mr. Lowe, but I found it inappropriate and was about to return it.” Kate’s eyes were icy as she sneered at Anna, “Do you think I’m a three–year–old?” Anna was obviously trying to get Hendrick to leave a fingerprint while he was unconscious, so that the ten percent of the shares would all belong to her. But now she was pushing the blame on Hendrick. Does she think I’m so easy to deceive? Listening to Kate’s impolite tone, Anna helplessly shrugged. ‘Ms. Lowe, I am telling the truth.” Kate looked at Anna coldly. She didn’t expect that even though her conspiracy had been exposed. on the spot, Anna could still remain calm and composed, with not even a change in her facial. expression. No wonder she could become Hendrick’s secretary; her psychological quality was quite impressive. Unfortunately… she had used her cleverness in the wrong place. With a cryptic smirk, Kate pointed to the unconscious Hendrick on the bed, her voice even colder as she asked, “Then what’s going on with Hendrick?” Anna remained composed, with a professional smile on her face. Even though Kate’s attitude towards her was rude, she could still maintain her smile. “During the business discussion, Mr. Lowe drank a little too much. He said he had a headache and was tired, so he needed to rest for a while. He asked me to take him upstairs. “Who knew that after Mr. Lowe went upstairs, he took out this document from the folder and handed it to me. This is ten percent of the shares of Lowe Group. How could I accept it? So, I coaxed Mr. Lowe to sleep, intending to return the document, but then you all barged in.” Towards the end, there was a hint of helplessness in Anna’s tone. Listening to Anna’s flawless explanation, Kate almost wanted to laugh out of frustration. Chapter 41 You Think I’m a Three–year–old? Kate smiled ambiguously at Anna. “Ms. Sommers, are you saying Hendrick can’t handle his alcohol and got drunk?” Finished Anna met Kate’s eyes. She felt a sudden unease in her heart, but still maintained a smile on her face. “Yes.” Upon hearing her answer, Kate covered her mouth and laughed, but the smile did not reach her eyes. “Anna, if you really want to harm Hendrick, why didn’t you investigate all of his preferences, habits, personality, and strength?” Anna frowned and retorted directly, “Ms. Lowe, I have no intention of harming Mr. Lowe. Why are you so sure that I want to harm him? Why do you have to blame me?” If Kate didn’t know that in her past life, Hendrick was indeed harmed by Anna, and later Anna indirectly caused the bankruptcy of Lowe Group, she might have been deceived by her acting. When Anna noticed Kate’s silence, a glimmer of contentment flickered in her eyes. So what if they intruded and coincidentally witnessed me with the document in hand? I can effortlessly provide an explanation. Furthermore, with no surveillance cameras in the room, who could possibly be aware of what occurred earlier? The Lowes would simply have to follow my lead! Send Gifts $10
Chapter 40 I Need Your Help Eric stared at Kate’s cute smile and felt strange. He adjusted his sleeve impatiently and left. Kate, I hope you will wait for me as promised. A hint of coldness flickered in his eyes. He wasn’t lying to Kate. There was indeed a collaboration to discuss. Lucas had been discreetly assigned to keep an eye on her. If Kate showed any inclination to flee with Simon, Lucas would swiftly intervene. As Eric walked away, Kate’s eyes gradually hardened. She glanced at the message from Simon and sneered in disdain. She intended to meet Simon, but not now. She scanned through the guests on the first floor, searching for Hendrick. However, she failed to locate him. She furrowed her brows in unease. She dialed Hendrick’s number, but his phone was switched off. “Oh no!” A jolt ran through Kate. Her hands trembled involuntarily. Did Hendrick fall into Anna’s trap despite my warning? She was anxious. Without a second thought, she headed towards the corner where Lucas was hiding. “Lucas, I need your assistance!” She sounded very urgent. Realizing that Kate had discovered his hiding spot, Lucas awkwardly said, “Mrs. Davison, I …” Kate cut him off, “Check the surveillance camera of the hotel. Find Hendrick!” Seeing Kate’s distress, Lucas promptly agreed and contacted someone to review the surveillance footage. Kate paced anxiously. She knew that Hendrick was going to be embroiled in a scandal with a powerful woman, but she was unaware of the specifics or his exact location. She had to rely on Eric’s influence. After three minutes, Lucas reported to her respectfully, “Mrs. Davison, Mr. Lowe was last seen in the elevator on the east side of the second floor. He proceeded to the sixteenth floor with a few people and was last spotted at the end of the east corridor on the sixteenth floor. I do not know. which room he entered… Kate’s heart sank. “Gather your men. Let’s go!” She commanded. Kate hurried into the elevator. Lucas couldn’t what happened in time to Eric as everything report – Kate pressed the button for the sixteenth floor while silently praying for a swift ascent. The elevator was too slow. Upon reaching the sixteenth floor, she sprinted eastward. There were four rooms in the surveillance blind spot. Uncertain of Hendrick’s location, Kate instructed Lucas’s men who had just arrived, “Break down the door!” She pointed at Lucas and ordered, “You record everything.” The bodyguards hesitated briefly but followed Kate’s order. Bang! A door was forcefully kicked open, revealing an empty room. They kicked open the next three rooms until they heard a scream from the final room. “Who are you? Do you know that it’s illegal to enter someone’s room without permission?”