Ch. 1001..1010

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Nicole knocked on the door and opened it. She lowered her head and grinned at the boy.

“Hi!“

Lil Michael was wearing adorable pajamas and happily went over to hug her.

“Pretty Lady, I said that you'd definitely come back to see me today, but Daddy didn't believe me and told me to go to sleep early. Fortunately, I didn't listen to him!“

Nicole laughed and touched his head, raising the cake in her hand.

“Eat some dessert…“

Lil Michael nodded excitedly.

Clayton walked out wearing the same type of pajamas as Lil Michael. He wiped his wet hair, and his skin was red from steaming vapor.

His collarbone was clean and sharp, and water droplets traced downward, adding a slight sexiness to his gentleness. It was truly a rare sight.

He looked like he did when he kissed her that morning.

Nicole hurriedly waved away her thoughts and smiled at him.

“Do you want some dessert?“

Clayton was stunned, but the delight on his face could not be concealed.

“Why did you come back at this time of night?“

“It's because she missed me too much, of course!“ Lil Michael spoke with big eyes.

Nicole laughed and pinched his face. “Yes, I missed you too much.“

Clayton looked at her smile with a dim gaze, as if those words were meant for him.

Lil Michael excitedly opened the box of cake and split half of it for Nicole and the remaining half for himself.

Nicole sat across the table and looked at the cake in front of her expectantly. She was not as excited even when signing a contract worth tens of millions of dollars.

Clayton looked at them. The corners of his mouth curled up in amusement. ' It's just a cake. Is there a need to be so solemn?'

However, he felt that something was wrong. “Where's mine?“

Clayton looked at Lil Michael. 'Why didn't I get a slice?'

Lil Michael said in a cute voice, “Daddy, did you forget what you told me? Only lazy people with no self-control will crave the sugar from desserts to satisfy their taste buds. Don't you hate eating sweet things the most?“

Clayton stood there with an ashen face, glaring at him while suppressing his anger.

He could not hold back anymore. He really wanted to beat Michael up.

Nicole dumbfoundedly inclined her head to look at Clayton. Why did that sound more like a personal attack?

She was very displeased.

Although what he said was very reasonable, it was too insensitive!

What was wrong with eating dessert?

Clayton withdrew his gaze, wrinkled his brows, and pursed his lips.

“I never said that. I never said that before!“

Between lying to his son's face and getting back into the graces of the woman he loved, Clayton chose the latter without hesitation.

Nicole lowered her gaze. Her eyes faintly flashed as she handed over a piece of her cake.

“Then eat it. I'll believe you if you eat it!“

Clayton 's eyes were dark and deep, and there seemed to be a trace of grievance when he looked at her firmly.

However, that did not work on Nicole.

Lil Michael started to eat cheerfully and gleefully watched Clayton 's actions.

His eyes were filled with smugness. “It's so yummy…“

Clayton 's outstretched hand began to tremble.

It was so sweet and creamy. What was the difference between this and eating sugar straight out of a bag?

Would it not cause high blood pressure or diabetes?

However, a picture suddenly flashed in his head. A woman hysterically took a slice of cake and stuffed it into the mouth of a little boy.

Clayton closed his eyes, looking grim and solemn.

Without hesitation, he forked up a piece and shoved it into his mouth.

The rich orange flavor spread all over his mouth, blooming with fragrance. It was fresh and slightly sweet.

It was not the sickly kind of sweetness that he imagined.

The taste was actually quite good.

Clayton 's eyebrows stretched in a smile, and he looked at Nicole. “It's quite delicious!“

Nicole laughed. Clayton 's pained expression just now looked as if he had to go to the torture chamber.

However, men were usually incapable of accepting desserts, so she would not dwell on it…

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Nicole picked up a new fork and took a bite.

“This cake is low-fat and low-sugar. It's served in limited quantities and perfect for a late-night snack!“

Clayton smiled. Although it was not that hard to eat, he had psychological trauma with desserts, so he did not take a second bite.

Nicole did not force him either and soon finished the cake with Lil Michael.

Lil Michael obediently went to bed.

Clayton sent her out the door, and Nicole said goodbye and left.

Suddenly, she forgot that she left her phone behind and turned around to get it.

However, as soon as she went in, she saw Clayton covering his chest and vomiting.

Nicole's face changed as she instantly thought of the dessert earlier.

However, before she could go over, Clayton noticed her. He looked at the phone in her hand and immediately understood.

He smiled and picked up a paper towel. His eyes were still abnormally bloodshot.

“Did I scare you?“

Nicole pursed her lips. Her chest felt like it had been hit by a fist, sinking uncomfortably.

“I'm sorry. I didn't know that you really couldn't eat dessert.“

She had deliberately made him eat it earlier. 'It's all my fault!'

Clayton was stunned. He smiled and was just about to walk over and explain when he suddenly noticed his state of cleanliness.

“Give me a moment. I'll go wash my face.“

He took half a minute to clean up and came out before wiping his face.

When Clayton saw Nicole's guilt-ridden expression, his smile faded slightly.

“It didn't have anything to do with you.“

Nicole lowered her head. Her eyes were slightly red.

She clearly did not believe him. How could it not have anything to do with her?

“I 'm not allergic and I can eat desserts. It's just that I have a bit of trauma with cake.“

His voice was low, but he said it in a relaxed tone. Nicole looked up in surprise.

Clayton 's eyes were dark and deep, but his voice was warm like the silent flow of water in the night.

“My mother had a mental illness. When I was young, she would take the cake she made and stuff it into my mouth, so what happened earlier was just a psychological rejection caused by remembering what happened in the past.“

Nicole froze for a moment. Her body was slightly stiff.

How could she not have thought that this was the reason?

Isaac said that Clayton killed his mother. Was there a reason for this?

Nicole did not want to know at all, but when she looked at Clayton, she could not help but feel curious.

How tired must he be to be able to always give others a warm and gentle feeling?

However, the closer she got to him, she realized that there was a mysterious power in him. He was gentle and silent, yet he concealed certain secrets.

Nicole's complex expression fell into Clayton 's eyes. He felt guilty for letting her see him like that earlier.

He hated how he was unable to endure it just a little longer.

The man's fist tightened and finally loosened feebly. He smiled with a somewhat pale face.

“Are you scared? My family affairs aren't very pleasant, so I haven't been able to tell you much. I won't bring it up in the future…“

Nicole was a little princess coddled by her family. In her heart, her family was the foundation for her complete world.

How would she understand someone like him, who crawled out of a dysfunctional family?

Just thinking about all the complexities of the Sloan family gave him a headache.

He was afraid that Nicole would grow further away if she knew about them.

However, the next second, Nicole suddenly swooped over, hugged his waist, and patted his shoulder.

She softened her voice.

“Clayton, you should 've told me earlier. That way, I could've avoided reminding you of those unpleasant memories."

Clayton 's body trembled violently.

A dark and complex look flashed in his eyes as if the wall he had fortified for so long had been easily breached.

Nicole knew that his relationship with his mother was not good, but instead of questioning him, she comforted him.

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For the first time, Clayton suddenly felt like someone did not stand in opposition to him and accused him of being unreasonable.

This feeling was like a thin thread that was strangling his heart suddenly loosened.

Clayton had not expected to obtain Nicole's understanding so easily.

The woman in his arms was soft and warm, bringing light into his world.

His body relaxed, but his eyes were sore and red.

The raging emotions were finally suppressed as he hugged her.

It was only for a moment. Then, he let go.

“It's okay. I didn't have much of a reaction before you left. The feeling only got stronger after you left. Why don't you stay?“

Nicole stiffened. 'Did he mean that he wanted me to stay the night? He kissed me in the morning and wanted me to stay over now? Was there a relationship that progressed faster than ours?'

If Nicole had not witnessed that scene with her own eyes, she would have thought that he was making it up.

Nicole pushed him away fiercely as her face became expressionless.

“Mr. Sloan, you'd better get some rest. I reckon it's because of indigestion that made you react this way.“

She glared at him and turned around to leave.

He was clearly sad earlier, but he was able to become relaxed in the blink of an eye.

Clayton playfully diverted her attention.

Only when Nicole arrived downstairs did she realize that maybe Clayton deliberately made her leave because he did not want her to be sad with him.

No one would use their mother as a joke.

Nicole cursed him in her heart and went to take a bath with a heavy heart.

Morning.

In Stanton Corporation.

The video on social media went viral, and many people in the circle had already started to reject the Dudley family, especially Ava, who had been trying to join various circles.

Now, Ava had no chance at all.

Everyone turned their phones off at this time, including some of the high society ladies whom she had just met before.

Nicole came out of the meeting to see Camron Dudley waiting at the door with his cane. He seemed to have aged a lot.

Beside him stood Ava.

Ava was not wearing makeup, so she looked more haggard. The seductive color on her face was gone, and her eyes were red and swollen as she stood there.

Nicole paused before walking over to greet Camron.

“Uncle Camron, why are you here? You didn't let anyone inform me.“

Camron 's pale gaze was on Nicole as he smiled kindly.

“Nicole, I went to find your father yesterday, but he refused to see me. I'm guessing it's because he wanted me to see you.“

Nicole smiled. “I 'll go put down my documents. You can go wait for me in my office.

She looked at Logan, who immediately nodded and arranged it.

“This way, Mr. Dudley…“

Camron nodded. He watched Nicole grow up, so he naturally knew that Nicole was not the kind of unscrupulous and arrogant young lady.

Logan opened the office door in front, and Camron walked in after him. Behind them, Ava was just about to enter when she was stopped by Logan.

“Sorry, Ms. York, but only Mr. Dudley can enter.“ “I'm his daughter!“

Ava thought that Logan did not recognize her. Logan smiled politely and explained to Camron. “If you'd like to talk about personal matters, the president will arrange for a more cordial reception room. The office is only for business matters.

However, with Ms. York's status, she can't talk about business matters without an appointment. Please understand."

Camron sighed and knew that it was his daughter who caused trouble. How would Nicole not be angry at all?

He looked at Ava and waved his hand. “You wait outside!"

“Dad…"

Ava bit her lower lip and felt very aggrieved.

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There was nothing to struggle with here. No matter how unwilling Ava was, she could only wait outside.

Nicole watched the surrounding employees coming and going, doing their jobs in an orderly way. The working environment was spacious and harmonious, and the large-scale company looked lively and vivid in Nicole's hands.

When Ava was in Cyndro International, she had relied on her beauty to painstakingly climb to the position of a supervisor. She only gained a firm foothold after meeting Asher and hooking up with him.

It had been so hard for Ava, but Nicole easily ruined everything.

Later, Ava lost her job, and no company wanted her.

When she went to beg Asher, his favor was to introduce her to the President of Golden Sea Corporation as a mistress.

Ava was not willing to go back to her past life when she thought about it again.

When Nicole returned to the office, Logan had already served black tea to Old Master Dudley, who drank it in satisfaction.

“I 'm really sorry you had to come over personally for such a small matter!“

Nicole smiled as she walked over and sat down.

Camron smiled and sighed. “It's not a small matter. If it weren't for that video, I wouldn't have known how much trouble my daughter that I just reunited with had caused.“

Nicole smiled. “The video was actually taken earlier. If not for the fact that Ava didn't exercise restraint when spreading rumors about me when we met yesterday, I didn't plan to upload it. However, as you know, I'm part of Stanton Corporation now. Any gossip regarding me will affect the stock market, so I had no choice but to give her a little warning.“

Camron frowned as he considered Nicole's words. No wonder…

The pleading words came to his lips, but he did not know how to speak.

Nicole smiled. “In my dad's words, this is this, and that is that. I've already told my subordinates that since this is a private matter with Ms. York, it won't involve our companies. The people in the Dudley family don't have to worry.“

Old Master Dudley was stunned at those words before he sighed and looked at Nicole with an envious gaze.

“Your father's children are all exceptional. That's what I envy about him the most. My children get flustered whenever something happens.“

Nicole smiled. “The people in the Dudley family are all very capable. You just love them dearly.“

Old Master Dudley shook his head and chuckled. It was silent for a few seconds.

He remembered Ava, who was shut out. Although it was very hard to open his mouth, he still had to bite the bullet and say it.

“Nicole, Ava is the child I lost twenty years ago. I owe her too much. She developed a bad mindset outside, but it's also because I didn't teach her. I… I 'm willing to apologize to you and your father on her behalf, so please delete the video. I promise there won't be a next time.“

Old Master Dudley had reached an age where he was supposed to enjoy his retirement. Saying this was almost like placing his face on the ground for others to trample on him.

However, Nicole really could not step on an elder's face, especially since he was Floyd's old friend.

Nicole knew that she could not avoid this topic.

After a moment of silence, she spoke with a clear and light voice.

“I know it's not easy for you, but our company also suffered major losses because of this matter. Ms.

York used underhanded tricks to get the executives to sign with Harvey Sage. Whether or not we break the contract, we're bound to stand in the limelight. I hope you understand.“

Although his guilt was worthy of sympathy, whenever Nicole thought about that woman Ava, all the sympathy was swept away.

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Old Master Dudley looked at Nicole for a moment.

He finally said, “Then how do you think this matter can be resolved?“

Nicole's lips curled into a shallow smile, seemingly in thought.

“How about this? Let Ms. York pay out of her pocket the money we spent on Harvey Sage. Then, have Ms. York record an apology video stating how we met, why she was fired from Cyndro International, and how she schemed against Stanton Corporation. If she clarifies all the incidents one by one, I '11 delete the other video.“

Camron's expression changed and did not expect Nicole to make such a request.

It seemed a bit excessive.

He sat there without saying anything.

Nicole smiled. “If this matter just passes without a sound, then Stanton Corporation won't be able to show our face anywhere. Let Ava explain the matters herself. I won't add fuel to the fire. An apology video would look better than evidence of harm, right? Post the video on social media for one day. Think of it as a response to Stanton Corporation's dissatisfaction. Otherwise, I really won't be able to explain it to my subordinates. As for Harvey's expenses, the money used to clean his name isn't much. If she's not willing to take it out, I 'm willing to pay for her. We all want our reputations. I 'm only able to concede This much because you came here personally.

Otherwise, Ms. York won’t even be able to touch my office door no matter how hard she tries. Of course, you can refuse as well.”

Nicole finished speaking, added the last sentence, and smiled politely.

She gave him a multiple-choice question.

He could choose to take it or not.

In any case, Nicole did not mind the video being casually circulated.

Everything was well-connected now with social media. She did not know if any nosy friends on her social media might share this video.

The longer it took, the worse it would be for them.

Camron knew that this was the bottom line. Nicole’s conditions were not excessive, and it was also beneficial to repair the relationship between the two families.

However, this method would make Ava lose all her reputation in the circle.

Camron stood up hesitantly. “Why not let her write an apology letter?”

If Ava did not show up on camera, at least her reputation as a lady could be preserved.

Nicole chuckled. “No one will know who the person who wrote the apology letter is. It won’t look good if Ms. York wants to bargain. It’s not like I’m insisting that she apologizes.”

What she wanted was to make Ava recognize herself clearly.

Camron was stung by these words and looked a little embarrassed.

“I understand what you mean, Nicole. I'll talk to her, and I hope that you'll keep your word.“

Nicole raised her brows. “Of course. As long as she keeps the apology video up for a day, I'll take down my video.“

Since the talk was over, there was no need to continue.

Nicole let Logan send him to the exit and took out her phone to look at the latest headlines online.

It was a little faster than she thought.

The video had already been reposted to the front pages of all major media outlets.

Everyone knew what Ava did. It would not be long until someone picked up on Ava's history, background, and everything else.

Nicole did not agree with such an uncivilized method, but she had to admit that it really worked.

As soon as Camron walked out of Stanton Corporation, he was careless when going down the stairs and almost fell.

Ava went up to support him. Without caring about his safety, she anxiously asked him, “How was it, Dad? Is Nicole willing to delete the video?“

Camron looked at her. “Let's talk about it when we get back."

It was silent all the way home. Ava was about to die of anxiousness, but she did not dare to ask.

At that point, her former good friends in the workplace had long since disappeared without a trace.

The person who was able to help her the most, Asher Sullivan, had already blocked her.

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The Dudley residence.The son and daughter of the Dudley family were present.What they feared most was that the company would be implicated. If they were blacklisted by Stanton Corporation, it would mean the end of all things.Camron sat there, looking at Ava with dark eyes."Ava.:"Ava's heart was apprehensive, and her body was tense."Dad, why don't I go and apologize to Nicole myself?"Camron said, "Nicole said that you have to cover all the PR fees that Stanton Corporation spent on Harvey Sage."Ava sighed in relief. "No problem.""Also…" Camron paused before continuing, "You have to record an apology video. You have to admit on camera everything you did since you met her and apologize. Only then will she agree to remove that video."Ava's heart tightened as her face suddenly changed."Impossible! She's going overboard. Why should other matters be involved in this one?"The surrounding people were silent.

The Dudley family's eldest son and daughter exchanged a glance.The older daughter pursed her lips. “Is it overboard? I can tell that Nicole backed off a lot for the sake of our two families.“The eldest son nodded.Nicole's thunderous tactics were well known in the business world.If Nicole really went overboard, the Dudleys' family business would have been lost.Ava was extremely anxious. “She's clearly using her position to achieve a personal vendetta. She's rehashing old debts. Dad, we can't agree!“Camron looked at her silently.Ava bit her lip and raised her eyes to look at her newly acknowledged big brother.“Brother, are we just going to compromise? Nicole is obviously making things hard for us. She isn't showing any respect to Dad and the Dudley family!“If the Dudley family stood behind Ava and backed her up, Nicole might not be so aggressive.Ava's brother laughed.“Ava, maybe you don't understand because you just came back, but Nicole really doesn't have to show us any respect. Our company almost got caught up in your mess. I advise you to do what she said and settle things for good as soon as possible.“The air instantly froze.

Ava looked at him, dumbfounded. She then turned to her elder sister who was standing there with an indifferent expression.She never really had a pleasant impression of this younger sister who the family had just acknowledged, but now, that impression had sunk rock bottom.Ava looked at Camron, whose silence was a tacit agreement to his son's words.Camron did not expect that his youngest daughter that he found again after decades had so many scandalous affairs outside.Ava was extremely aggrieved as she looked at her cold and heartless family.It was nothing like the family she imagined.“Why don't any of you stand on my side? Daddy, you lost me before, but you said that you would protect me. Why aren't you doing that?“Camron 's expression was gloomy as he raised his eyes to look at her.He felt guilty, but he loved the two children he had raised from childhood even more.Was he supposed to drag the other two down because of Ava?Besides, what Ava did this time was truly disappointing.Camron stood up. His face was dark and sullen.“If you're so dissatisfied, just pretend as if we never acknowledged you in the first place. You should just go back to the free and easy life you used to have. No one will ever care about you again."Camron finished speaking and went straight upstairs with his cane.Ava stood there in shock. Her face was filled with disbelief.She had just blurted a few comments to try and evoke Camron's guilt and make him stand firmly on her side.Who would have thought that this would happen? “Daddy…"There was a tremor in her voice. 'They would rather disown me?'

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The other two people looked at each other, then turned and left in unison.

Before leaving, they instructed the butler.

“If Ms. York hasn't moved in ten minutes, please escort her out. The company will issue a notice to inform our circle of friends that the recognition of a family member some time ago was purely a misunderstanding.“

There was not much affection to speak of for this sudden sister. They had also found a lot of Ava's scandalous affairs when they investigated privately.

Letting Ava stay would just bring about disaster, so it was better to make her leave.

Ava's face turned white when she heard this. 'Are they really giving up on me?'

Stanton Corporation.

Nicole had not finished her cup of coffee when Logan brought the iPad over.

“President, Ava 's apology video has been uploaded. It was quickly forwarded online and has already exceeded loo million views. Harvey Sage was also mentioned, and our new product is also preparing to launch. I believe it'll definitely turn the tide!“

Willing three birds with one stone. Nicole's methods were really amazing.

She sat there and smiled. Her brows arched and she looked very pure and bright.

“Ask Dominic if he wants to cooperate for the publicity regarding Harvey's new film. After all, he's our spokesperson, so we can't be stingy.“

Logan nodded. “Understood.“

Nicole took the iPad and clicked on the video.

Ava stood in front of the camera with plain makeup. Her eyes were red, and her voice was hoarse as she began to apologize.

“I met Ms. Stanton a month ago at a restaurant…“ Ava really spilled all the disgusting things she did.

She probably understood that Nicole would not let her off if she dared to hide anything.

After all, Nicole held the advantage.

Nicole finished watching the video and was quite satisfied.

The internet was boiling over with the sensational topic.

[Is this Ava York person insane? Did she escape from some sort of asylum?]

[The workforce is scary. She even dared to scheme against a large company, and now she's tasting the backlash. There will always be bigger fish out there!]

[I suddenly like Harvey Sage. He feels so righteous! ] [Do it, Harvey. Send her flying with your kick!]

[She used to be an executive in Cyndro International but was dismissed because she offended Nicole, yet she still didn't learn her lesson?]

[Our goddess has such a good temper. Let me expose you…]

Nicole glanced at the comments. There were no major discrepancies with what she expected.

Although Ava was being scolded, the heat would go down in a day or two.

The one Nicole really wanted to hype up was Harvey.

There was no better opportunity than this for people to recognize a different Harvey Sage.

It was time to get rid of Harvey's bad label. One day later.

Nicole took down the video from her social media as promised.

When people could no longer find the video in her profile, they should know her attitude.

The news online was intentionally suppressed, but Harvey's name was always at the forefront.

Pictures of Harvey filming were uploaded repeatedly, and the comical look of him anxiously running around the streets in his costume instantly formed a cute contrast with his daily serious and cold attitude.

That moment marked the beginning of the transformation of his reputation.

Then, he would be completely silent about the domestic violence matter and not mention anything about it.

When the film aired, his history of domestic violence would be revealed intentionally or unintentionally.

It went smoothly.

Unknowingly, more than half a month passed, and it was the beginning of the following month.

Grant and Aida's engagement day was coming up.

This was the most important event for the Stanton family. The venue was located in a villa given to Aida by Floyd.

The venue was open, the environment was elegant, and the surrounding area was decorated with starry lights and 3D AI effects, making it look like a fantasy world…

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Nicole came to help when she was not busy. Every time, she would see both Aida and Grant setting up the venue, carefully studying the lighting and effects.

The professional people around did not play any role. The day of the engagement.

Although it was only an engagement, many guests were invited, and almost all the dignitaries and celebrities in West City came.

However, Grant and Aida both tried their best to keep a low profile, not letting the word out in the outside world. The only people who knew were those in the circle who received invitations.

Yvette and Lance came together, sent their gifts, and left, presumably because they could not bear to stay.

Grant did not force them either.

Aida wore a white gown that looked slightly like a wedding dress, but the difference was visible. She stood there, all alone. Her skin was glistening under the light. Her beauty was gentle and generous like a flood of clear water, giving her a kind of attraction that made it so people could not tear their eyes away.

Whether it was the setting of the place or the beauty of the couple, they were all stunning existences.

Floyd was quick to accept novelty and was especially satisfied with everyone's praise for the unique scene.

The little AI butlers acted as waiters, shuttling through the grounds steadily on their four wheels.

When Nicole was waiting inside, many people approached to ask if they sold these little AI butlers.

Nicole was speechless.

Five minutes later, a car stopped at the door. Nicole recognized the car and walked over with a smile.

The AI butler took the lead in opening the car door. “Welcome, our most honored guests…“

Lil Michael was attracted by this robot before he could jump down from the car.

Clayton, dressed in his tuxedo, looked at his son speechlessly.

“Get out!“

Lil Michael snapped back to his senses and snorted coldly. 'Is he even my dad?'

Grant said, “You must be very busy to have come so late, Mr. Sloan.“

Clayton smiled gently. His eyes were bright and clear in the dim light.

“I 'm really sorry. I was delayed by some matters.“ Lil Michael went over and took Nicole's hand.“

Pretty Lady, you're so beautiful! You're simply stunning!“

Nicole was dressed in a long light gray custom-made dress, in which the hem was lined with diamond fragments, sparkling and luxurious.

She looked delicate and precious, bright and eye- catching, and carried a kind of aloof elegance.

Nicole was speechless. She had several dresses that were very flamboyant, but she could not steal the bride's thunder, so she could only choose a low-key color.

However, in the dark, this low-key color was not low -key at all.

The diamond's light was sharp and cold, piercing the darkness. It was worth a fortune.

Lil Michael praised sincerely. When the Pretty Lady was around, any kind of advanced AI robots were all invisible to his eyes.

Nicole looked at Lil Michael dressed in a tiny suit that made him look like a model young man.

“Thank you, but you have to praise the bride more later. She's even more beautiful!“

Lil Michael nodded solemnly.

It was like completing a mission.

Clayton told him long ago that he had to sweet-talk them when they arrived. Praising the bride was the first objective on the list!

Without further ado, Nicole was just about to bring them in when an annoying voice came from behind her.

“Ms. Stanton, you've gone overboard with how beautiful you are!“

It was Keith's voice.

Nicole paused and stroked Lil Michael’s hair.

”Go in first. There’s stuff to play and delicious food inside! ”

Lil Michael’s eyes lit up when he heard that.

If only the bride and groom got married every day. This place would be heaven!

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Although Lil Michael was reluctant to part with the Pretty Lady, he would see her again later. He deliberated for half a second before letting go of Nicole's hand and rushing in.

The corners of Clayton 's mouth twitched. 'Huh,

childish! '

Nicole let Lil Michael leave because she knew that if Keith was here, that man was most likely here as well.

Sure enough, when she turned around, she saw Eric standing coldly and indifferently beside Keith.

Nicole had not seen Eric for some time, but he still looked the same.

However, it felt like the aura around him had become even more austere and compelling.

Clayton stood to the side and quietly held Nicole's hand.

The warmth from his fingertips flowed into her heart, and the coldness she felt disappeared in an instant. Nicole snapped back to her senses and looked at Clayton with a smile.

Then, she looked at Keith familiarly.

“Mr. Ludwig, I thought you were really going to become an actor. It's an honor for us that you took time out of your schedule to be here!“

In order to get back his ex-wife Livia, Keith almost became a guest on the variety show Livia was starring in, working silently.

The circle had laughed at him for a while. Keith felt gloomy as his face stiffened.

“Ms. Stanton 's habit of poking people in the heart still hasn't changed, huh?“

He put on a fake smile.

Nicole raised her brows. “I enjoy doing it, so I don't plan on changing.“

Keith became even angrier.

If not for the fact that Keith was worried if Eric came here alone, he would not have come here to make a fool of himself.

However, he could not do anything about it. After all, Nicole still had the video of him running around naked.

It was a stain for the rest of his life.

Eric's dark eyes were cold as he looked at Clayton and then at Nicole. His gaze rested on their interlocked hands for a few seconds before moving away indifferently.

However, his heart felt like it was being strangled, giving off a suffocating pain.

Eric curled his lips and raised his eyes to look at Clayton, then spoke with a cold voice devoid of warmth.

“Mr. Sloan, the project with J&L Corporation is nearing its end. I'll have to trouble you to go abroad to apply for the patents and exhibition registrations.“

The project was about to be completed, but the next step was trickier.

Clayton met Eric's gaze calmly. “Of course.“ He was used to it.

Eric's gaze swept over to Nicole. His eyes sank for a moment before becoming gentle.

“You're beautiful…“

“Thank you. Welcome to my brother and sister-in - law's engagement party. Please come inside…“

Nicole was polite and detached.

Eric gave her a deep look and lifted his legs to walk in.

Keith followed in surprise.

“I thought you'd have gotten physical, Ferg. I thought you wouldn't be able to hold back…“

Eric glanced at him coldly with a hint of warning, trying to shake him off quickly.

Was he that insane?

The last time he hit Clayton, Nicole called and scolded him.

Eric was only enlightened after Mitchell and Toto's explanation.

Only a boorish person would use violence.

'I'm a civilized man, and I 'll beat Clayton at his own game!' Eric thought.

When the other guests came at the door, Nicole hurriedly let go of Clayton's hand and went over to exchange a few pleasantries before turning around and going back.

Clayton was still standing in the same place waiting for her. He stood under the air vent, which was a little cold.

However, it was like he did not feel anything. He stood there like a statue, looking at her with warm and deep eyes.

Nicole felt guilty about her earlier actions and wondered if she accidentally hurt his feelings.

She walked over slowly. “Why didn't you go in?” Clayton smiled and looked at her playfully.

“I'm afraid you'll choose to be someone else's date to avoid arousing suspicion, so of course, I have to watch you well!”

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Nicole saw that Clayton was not angry and sighed in relief. “I already promised you. Of course, I won't suddenly change my mind.“

She secretly glanced around. There was no one, so she took Clayton 's hand.

“Besides, who here is more suitable than you?“ Nicole's face blushed as she spoke.

Fortunately, the lighting was dim, so no one could see it clearly.

Clayton smiled as his eyes became even gentler.

Nicole's change towards him grew little by little. From being unfamiliar to being closer and affectionate. Clayton felt all of it.

She seemed to be getting closer to his world.

This feeling was very subtle, and Clayton wondered if it was a good or bad thing.

When Floyd saw Nicole and Clayton come in arm-in- arm, the expression on his face immediately became wonderful.

To others, Clayton was just a business partner to Stanton Corporation.

In reality, Floyd knew everything between them. Floyd did not stop them, nor did he agree to it.

He wanted to let their relationship fall through on its own.

However, recently, there was no hint of it falling through.

An old friend on the side who came over to say hello followed Floyd’s line of sight and smiled meaningfully.

“A girl will be married off when she’s of age. Look how well-matched Clayton and Nicole are. They are an ideal couple. The next wedding in the Stanton family will be Nicole’s, right?”

Floyd’s heart sank to the bottom.

“I still have three sons. Lil N will be the last. There’s no hurry!”

The friend said, “You’re so old-fashioned!”

Which family still insisted on their children getting married according to age?

If Clayton’s family background was simpler and he did not have a son… If his family situation was more regular, then Floyd would have readily agreed.

After all, it would be like picking him out among the masses.

Unfortunately…

Floyd sighed and was about to turn away, not wanting to look any longer. Then, he heard a cold voice calling him.

“Chairman Stanton…”

Floyd turned around. It was Eric.

He frowned slightly. “Mr. Ferguson, welcome to the party. Please enjoy yourself and don’t stand on ceremony.”

It was naturally not unusual to see Eric at an event like this.

After all, Old Master Ferguson had now lost his power, so invitations for business parties like this would not be handed to him alone.

Eric's eyes were slightly sunken. He suppressed the emotions inside and stepped forward.

“Chairman Stanton, I need to talk to you.“ Floyd paused for a few seconds, sizing him up.

He knew exactly what Eric had in mind besides coming here to attend the business party.

However, Nicole was sweetly dating Clayton now and had no time to pay attention to him.

Floyd felt that Eric probably thought about putting his efforts starting from Floyd.

However, it was fine. He was also curious what Eric would say.

“Sure. Let's go inside.“ Floyd proposed.

Eric nodded.

When Keith caught up, he had already lost sight of Eric.

In the lounge.

Floyd looked at the person in front of him in shock. '

Isaac Sloan?'

He did not know when and how Isaac came in. His name was not on the guest list.

Isaac nodded politely. “Congratulations, Chairman Stanton. It's a happy event for the Stanton family and I really wanted to join in the fun, so I asked a friend to bring me along."

He briefly explained the reason why he came over.

No matter how unhappy Floyd was inside, he could not shed the pretense of politeness at this time.

Floyd smiled. “Welcome, Mr. Sloan. It's just an engagement. It's not a big celebration, so not many people were invited. I hope you'll forgive me."

After they sat down, Floyd sized up Isaac and Eric, speculating on their motive.