Chapter 0025

“Four hundred fifty minutes?!”

Zoe froze in her bow outside the security door, fuming with rage.

Alexander, that jerk! How could he make her bow to Patrick and Susanne for 450 minutes in the hallway?! That was 7.5 hours!

“You bastard…” Zoe gnashed her teeth, wanting to curse at Alexander.

Of course, she did not dare to do that. She did not even dare straighten her back, let alone make a scene.

If she could not get Patrick and Susanne back, and if she could not secure Severn Group’s contract, Donovan would exile her from the Chesire family. He would kill her!

Thus, 10 minutes passed, which then prolonged to 30 minutes. It was not long until an hour passed.

Time crept by slowly.

“Um…”

Inside the living room, Patrick and Susanne watched the television with evident unease. Alexander remained composed as he played with Olivia, and their joyful laughter filled the room.

Amber, initially somewhat uncomfortable, gradually regained her composure and graciously served drinks and tea to everyone. The atmosphere was

harmonious.

Patrick hesitated and spoke tentatively after over three hours had passed, “Alex, shouldn’t we return to the company with Zoe? The cooperation with Severn Group is crucial. We can’t afford to delay it.”

Alexander cradled Olivia in his arms, making her giggle. He smiled at his parents- in–law and responded calmly, “Dad, Mom, there’s no need to rush. No one else but you two can sign the contract, and the Severn Group’s representatives won’t show up until you arrive at the company. Don’t worry. You won’t lose this deal.”

Patrick and Susanne exchanged puzzled glances.

did this son–in–law of theirs suddenly find such confidence? Why would the prestigious Severn family

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a cup of hot tea, pursing her lips as she hesitated. ”

accepted the tea, chuckling

Connections?

a corporation like Severn Group comply. After all, serving

who happens to be a relative of a high–ranking executive at Severn

the ones meant for this project. Let Zoe wait outside and bow for seven

clenched her fists, unable to suppress her burning anger as she thought, ‘So that bastard’s comrade is a relative of a Severn Group executive? It made sense why Severn Group’s stance was so unyielding, even throwing me out

Six hours…

a minute

in her body. She was so uncomfortable that it felt as if a thousand ants were crawling under her skin. Her expensive dress was drenched with sweat, and she felt like

security door

had changed into clean and neat business attire, their faces glowing. They gazed at

backbone, and he helped them vent their frustration. Even if it was through a former comrade, even if they

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sympathy, “Don’t forget that Olivia’s birthday is in three days, Zoe. You and Herbert will kneel before her

verge of unleashing a torrent of insults, but she had to

with Severn Group was signed,

would crush Alexander and Amber’s family into dust!

forced a smile as she swallowed her pride. “It’s getting late. I’ll immediately notify Severn Group’s business representative to prepare the contract. My car is waiting downstairs, and I’ll take you to

before hobbling downstairs. Maintaining a bow for 450 minutes had taken a toll on her, and

side, smiling gently as they lightly waved at the elderly couple. With a slight glance toward Zoe’s retreating figure, he smiled softly. “Mom, Dad, drive safe, and no need to rush. Don’t worry about signing the contract

Susanne exchanged glances, smiling

Rewards?

contracts before, and Zoe took away their share each time.

to keep their jobs and not be dismissed by Zoe. What more could they

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