Ch. 1836..1840: My Wife Is A Hacker Chapter 1836-1840

Chapter 1836

Damien totally did not expect Mr. Riddle Sr. to be so frank with him.

Although Damien was a little taken by surprise, he decided to be frank as well. "I'll readily admit that the reason the company's doing so well right now is because of Daniel's family. But the reason we survived this long is because of me breaking my back running the company. You shouldn't just discard my past contributions just like that..."

Mr. Riddle Sr. frowned. "Since when did I discard your past contributions? I just want you to make way for your betters. The Riddle family isn't yours alone. Only when the family and the company is in a good spot will everyone in the family enjoy its benefits. The company should be run by those who are most capable. You, of all people, should know this logic best."

When he heard the words 'make way for your betters', Damien clenched his fist tightly.

He could not help but to say mockingly, "So, father, you feel that I'm just hogging the position and doing minor work, like an extra, so you want me to make way for someone else, right?"

Mr. Riddle Sr. was surprised. "Damien, the reason I got you to manage the company back then was because you were the calmest and composed among the four brothers. Why are you being so difficult now?"

"It's because you're being biased!" Damien roared angrily. "Don't forget, the only reason Daniel's family is on the rise is because Nicole happened to be the inheritor of the Fire Crest! Yet, you've been using the excuse of not having enough manpower to get Sean, Steve and even Stanley, who hasn't even finished university into the company! What sort of position are you putting me and Dillon in? As mere window dressing in the company?"

"You!!!" Mr. Riddle Sr. was so angered he staggered a little.

Seeing that something was not right, Nicole immediately held Mr. Riddle Sr. as she spat angrily at Damien. "Uncle Damien, this isn't something Grandpa said, but you yourself! It looks like you at least have some self-awareness."

Having Nicole talk back to him, Damien was even more furious. "You have no place to speak here!"

However, Nicole sneered back at him. "Don't forget, Uncle Damien, I hold the majority of the shares in the company. Of course, I have a say!"

Nicole's words caused Damien to choke on his for a moment, but he immediately spat back. "Hah, so this is father's most beloved granddaughter, being so insolent after getting her hands on the shares. She's outright disrespectful to her elders now."

Seeing that Damien was mocking Mr. Riddle Sr., Nicole snapped back. "I wonder who's the one disrespecting their elders. Me, or you, Uncle Damien? Where's your respect for Grandpa?"

"You!" Damien was extremely frustrated, but he knew that he was unable to out-argue Nicole, so he could only yell. "You're good at twisting words!"

Nicole only sneered coldly in return. "You can mock me however you want, Uncle Damien, but you shouldn't be like that to Grandpa. It's not like he didn't give you a chance, but comparing the company you've managed in the past ten years to the company under my father now, don't you have any awareness of your own capabilities?"

Once again, Damien had his capabilities made fun of by Nicole and was furious. "What do you mean by that? Are you saying that I'm incapable?!"

Nicole was indifferent. "Ah, so you could figure that out. Good, it seems like you're not terminally foolish, at the very least."

"Nicole!!!" Damien was thoroughly enraged and wanted to step forward to hit her.

However, Daniel went and stood between Damien and Nicole as he grabbed Damien's hand. "Damien, no matter how overboard you went against me, I didn't mind it. But Nicole is my daughter, and it's not up to you to punish her."

As he said that, Daniel pushed Damien's hand away forcefully.

Damien could not help but be shocked.

'Is this the same Daniel that I used to boss around before?'

He was pissed. "Hahaha! Fine, Daniel, fine. I couldn't tell at all that you have such strength. So you've been playing meek all along, waiting for the right moment to strike. Now that you've made it big, I'm nothing to you now!"

Seeing that Damien was still trying to spew nonsense, Nicole frowned and said, "If you want to be something in someone's eyes, you should have either ability or honor. Tell me, Uncle Damien, which do you have right now?"

Damien glared at Nicole and yelled. "Don't you dare try to mock me! You think you have the right to talk about me after Grandpa gave you those shares? You're nothing if it weren't for the Fire Crest or Jared. Nothing!"

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"It's true that I don't have much. But for these two things, you can take it if you dare." Nicole sarcastically said, "Being able to depend on others is also an ability. I guess you don't even have that ability. Do you only know how to be unreasonable like your wife?"

Those words came one after another. Damien was speechless at Nicole's sarcasm.

"What a great show, Nicole. I can't fight you now, but you better remember this, good tunes come from an old fiddle. It won't be good for you once you offend me." Damien gave Nicole a death stare. His gaze was like a wolf's scowl.

Nicole could sense the threatening tone in Damien's voice. She turned around, glanced at Mr. Riddle Sr., and said, "Grandpa, it seems like the Riddle family is separated now. Previously, we only separated the shares. Now that we have to protect the company, I guess we'll have to split up the company too. Since Uncle Damien's so confident, he can just lead his own department as an individual division. That way, he won't feel as if he's in my father's shadow."

Damien could not help but tremble. 'Nicole is such a cunning brat!

'She's actually tricking that old man into separating the company's operations!'

Previously, Damien could at least receive some dividends at the end of the year. If the company were to be split up... the company's performance would not have anything to do with him anymore!

"Dad..." Damien wanted to comment further.

However, Mr. Riddle Sr. was already exhausted. "Now that Nicole is the company's biggest shareholder, she can decide."

"Dad!" Damien was stunned. He did not expect Mr. Riddle Sr. to support Nicole.

"I'm already old. My own son disregards my opinions. In the future, don't ask me anything about the company or the family! All of you can settle it on your own!" As soon as he finished speaking, Mr. Riddle Sr. angrily walked up the stairs.

Damien did not expect such an outcome. Initially, he thought that his appearance was entirely reasonable. However, Nicole turned the tables with just a few words.

Instead, he himself turned into an unfilial son!

"Uncle Damien, stop looking. Grandpa had already spoken. Tomorrow, you, and Uncle Dillon can get ready to open a branch office. It's better for you to leave the head office. That way, we won't burden you either. This way, you would be able to see your own ability clearly as well. Isn't that right?" Nicole sarcastically said to Uncle Damien.

'He wants to fight Nicole? There's no chance!'

Damien was so angry that his whole body was trembling. His heart stuttered, and he gritted his teeth. "Nicole... Daniel Riddle, all of you are evil! Just wait and see!"

After he finished speaking, Damien turned around and left hurriedly. He was worried that he would not be able to control his anger and faint.

Seeing that Damien had finally left, everyone let out a sigh of relief.

Gloria was a little worried. "Nicole... by doing this, aren't you chasing Damien and Dillon out of the company? That's not good, right?"

Nicole's gaze was getting darker. "I'm also being cautious, in case someone tries to play dirty tricks in the company. If that happens, our company would suffer a huge loss. I'd rather our company splits up. That way we can maintain our company."

Daniel and Sean seemed to agree as well. "Even if we didn't split, Uncle Damien's mood isn't something we can manage in just a few days. Leaving him here would only cause future issues."

"Nicole did the right thing. I don't even have your determination." Daniel could not help but sigh.

Nicole smiled. "You'll get used to it."

Daniel nodded.

Everything was settled now, and Mr. Riddle Sr. had already gone upstairs to rest. Nicole left the Riddle family manor with her parents and brothers.

When they reached home, Nicole waited for a while, but Jared did not appear.

This guy, he even said that he wanted to find her. He kept Nicole waiting until ten something.

Nicole decided not to wait anymore.

Unexpectedly, when she opened the door, she could tell that someone was inside.

"Who's in there?" Nicole frowned.

Sure enough, she saw Jared appear beside her. Jared immediately hugged her. "What took you so long?"

Nicole looked at Jared and said, "Why did you break into a private property again?"

Jared smiled. "Obviously, it's because I missed you. I want to hug you to sleep tonight."

Nicole frowned. "How dare you say that! Who was the one that caused me to be late this morning? You can't sleep here tonight!"

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The burden she had to face for not getting a good night's rest, the back pain she had to suffer when she went to school... Nicole did not want him to stay anymore. She wanted to rest at night.

"After the weekend, we'll be husband and wife legally. What's so bad about living together a few days earlier?"

Nicole looked at him with a firm gaze. "Of course it's a bad thing! My back is in pain!"

Jared immediately understood what she meant and smiled wickedly. "Then, for tonight, I'll be a little gentler."

"Shut up, you brute! I won't let you touch me even once tonight!" This guy really had no self-control. Nicole could not let Jared have his way.

Jared pursed his lips. "You don't have a say... Come, let's take a shower first."

As soon as he finished talking, Jared carried Nicole in his arms.

"You! Let go of me!" Nicole was blushing while wriggling.

However, Jared raised his eyebrows proudly. "You could scream louder... I don't mind it if mom and dad hear you."

"You!" This nasty fellow...

Nicole could only suppress all that she wanted to say. She did not dare utter another word. That night, she was destined to be played by Jared as he pleased.

The next few days, Jared would sneak into her house every night. That was the very first time Nicole felt it was a bad thing for her to live nearby.

However, she became even more worried about life after marriage. They would have to be together every day. How was she going to manage his energetic body?

For three days in a row, Nicole was not in the best condition. She kept yawning in class.

Coincidentally, Nicole was also having a computer competition.

Early in the morning, Lulu had already noticed Nicole's appearance. She could not help but worry about Nicole. "Nicole, you don't seem good these few days... Did you not get enough rest?"

"You don't need to go for any shoots after school, right? Why are you still tired? You even come to school on the dot."

Lulu and June's faces were filled with doubt. A top student like Nicole was rarely late for school. What was going on?

After praying to Jared's ancestors deep down in Nicole's heart, she forced a smile. "To prepare for this competition, I've been burning the midnight oil."

"No wonder. Don't worry. With your skills, I'm sure you'll be fine."

"That's right. If even you can't get first place, everyone else would have it worse."

As the two girls were trying to comfort Nicole, they noticed Regina.

"After that incident, she looked for the teacher and withdrew from the competition."

"What an embarrassment."

"No one has been talking to her these days."

Nicole glanced at Regina's pitiful backside.

'She probably didn't expect this. She tried her best to transfer to San Joto, just so that she could compete with me. And yet now, she has become a nobody in class.'

"She even bought a lot of things for our classmates. However, no one took her bribe."

"For someone like this. It's better for them to transfer schools." Lulu and Joyce were genuinely giving suggestions for Regina.

However, Nicole replied, "Ignore her. You reap what you sow. She would most definitely have to take accountability for what she did."

Regina was too high key. She had already offended Nicole on the first day of school. Anyone who did not dare offend Nicole in school would mostly stay away from Regina.

No matter how much she struggled, it would be useless.

At that point, some stranger walked past Regina. With a loud stomp, she stepped on Regina's foot.

"Ah! What are you doing!" Regina instantly got angry and yelled.

Chapter 1839

That student rolled her eyes at Regina. "A bumpkin will always be a bumpkin. It was just a tiny step on the leg and she's already creating a scene."

"Who are you calling a bumpkin?" Regina had never been labeled a bumpkin her whole life. She immediately got mad and stood up angrily. "Did your parents not teach you manners?"

Every student at San Joto came from a good family background. That student did not bother about Regina but squinted her eyes and threatened Regina. "Aren't you acting a little too arrogant for a newcomer? Do you need some lessons on how to behave?"

Regina's eyes widened at the threat

But after Regina went home the last time, her dad had told her about Nicole's real identity. He also warned Regina that there are many people in San Joto which she should never offend. So, Regina could only grit her teeth and hold back.

"I'm in no mood to deal with you! You better watch yourself the next time." Regina found an excuse for herself and returned to her seat quietly.

When Lulu saw what happened, she could not help but laugh. "Haha! Regina has finally learned how to behave."

Joyce replied, "Yeah, she had already offended the wrong person on her first day of school. She better learn how to behave."

Nicole ignored Regina. If Regina were to offend Nicole, someone in school would naturally take care of it.

Sure enough, Regina was not only being treated as an outcast during recess, but also other times. However, Regina could only keep it in. She was jealous that Nicole was being surrounded by people at

every minute.

In the afternoon, the computer competition was about to begin.

The teacher had arranged for a big bus to fetch the students.

When Nicole and the others stood up, the whole class wished them good luck. They were hoping that Nicole and the team would bring back some good news.

Deep down, Regina was annoyed. Nicole had snatched away such an opportunity to show off. If Regina knew, she would have learned more about computers before.

It was a pity that the teacher would not give Regina such an opportunity anymore. She could only sit there helplessly while watching Nicole and the boys walk out of the class.

"Hmph! I don't believe that you'll win anything," Regina muttered. Deep in her heart, she was hoping for the worst for Nicole.

Soon, Nicole and the team boarded the bus.

In the bus, Ryder and Gary were the leaders. Preston and Edwin were sitting in front while the rest were seated behind.

When Nicole got on the bus, Preston waved to her.

Although Snow and Raine had been expelled, Preston knew that those girls brought it upon themselves. So, even if he felt sad about it, he never resented Nicole for it.

Nicole nodded without uttering a word. Then, she walked behind with Bradley and the rest.

Looking at how humble Nicole was to sit at the back, everyone felt unsettled.

Fortunately, the car moved quickly. After half an hour or so, they arrived at the venue of the competition.

This competition was at national level. All the schools had sent their best elites.

Naturally, Nicole saw Northon Institute's team present.

Zeke was the one heading the team.

At that moment, Zeke's teacher was happily leading the team. He wore a red sash.

It was inscribed with the words 'Reigning Champions'.

As for Zeke, the previous championship's medal was hanging around his neck.

Zeke seemed to be annoyed. He stood there while smiling embarrassedly.

However, his teacher seemed to be enjoying the attention they were getting. Quite a number of colleagues stopped and said to him, "Mr. Hardy, Zeke is representing your school again this year?"

"Of course! Zeke is our school's ace! If he's not here, then who would be?" Mr. Hardy lifted his chin and patted Zeke's shoulders.

The other teacher sighed, "Zeke's skills are only comparable to a hacker. The only people who could compete with him are the Finley brothers from Royal Creek Institute. Let alone our team..."

When Mr. Hardy heard that, he replied happily, "Zeke's skills have been advancing very quickly every year. The Finley brothers were no match for him last year. It would be even more impossible for them to beat Zeke this year."

Chapter 1840

Those words sounded particularly harsh when Ryder's homeroom teacher who was leading the team heard it.

At that moment, he could not take it in anymore and immediately approached Mr. Hardy. "Mr. Hardy, what a wonderful sight to see. It was just one championship and you're already criticizing people behind their backs. That's not nice, isn't it?"

When Mr. Hardy saw Mr. Zach, he laughed.

Over the past few years, they always went head-to-head in the competition. Before Zeke appeared, the Finley brothers always won the championship. But since Zeke entered Northon Institute, Mr. Hardy could finally stand proudly.

"I did not criticize you behind your back. Aren't you standing right here? No matter how many championships you've won, I'm sure you've heard the saying 'each new generation exceeds the last one', right? Last year, Zeke was the best of the best. Even the Finley brothers could only last about 20 minutes before losing to him. His skills are beyond that of the Finley brothers."

Although it had been a year, the Finley brothers would have improved their skills, but Zeke would have done so too.

In Mr. Hardy's opinion, no one could defeat Zeke.

The Finley brothers were already defeated. It was impossible for them to fight Zeke!

At that moment, Ryder and Gary did not look good. They seemed to be bursting in anger.

However, Zeke was really skillful. When they were facing Zeke during last year's finals, the Finley brothers lost to Zeke badly. His hacking skills were definitely superb.

However, Zeke was not worried about the Finley brothers at that moment. His gaze shifted to the team and was locked on Nicole who slowly stepped forward. Instantly, Zeke's face turned pale.

'Nicole? What's she doing here?'

At that moment, Nicole was also looking at Zeke and pursed her lips.

'Zeke is also participating in this competition? Then, I guess it's going to be an interesting one.'

Nicole did not bother about anyone else there.

But for Lucifer and Specter, as old partners, they were also ranked as the top one and top two hackers on The Hunters. If the two of them were to compete, who would win?

Zeke's skills were better than Gary's.

However, Nicole had never thought of competing with Zeke. Instead, they became partners. So, they had never competed with each other before.

In an instant, Nicole became interested in the idea of competing with Zeke. It would be interesting.

However, Zeke did not seem to be happy when he saw Nicole.

Gosh! Gary would rather compete with both Finley brothers at the same time, instead of competing with Nicole.

Gary could tell that Zeke did not look good. He suddenly remembered that Zeke had appeared at the Royal Creek Institute's field before. He vaguely remembered that Nicole brought Zeke for a jog.

'Do the two of them know each other from before?'

The two teachers were still arguing with each other when Gary questioned Nicole, who had just arrived beside him. "You and Zeke knew each other before this, right?"

Nicole did not look at Gary, but she did not deny it.

Gary immediately knew the answer. The both of them must have known each other.

When Gary recalled Zeke's performance in the previous competition, Gary immediately thought of something...

Subconsciously, he murmured to Nicole, "Is he also a hacker on The Hunters?"

Nicole's gaze darkened. She squinted her eyes and looked at Gary.

The air was covered with a blanket of silence.

It was only then that Gary came back to his senses. He realized that he had just thought out loud.

"Uh, I mean, I was just guessing... because you..."

Nicole frowned. "You know who I am?"