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The Divorced Heiress Revenge Chapter 1541-After a moment of silence, Justin spoke in a deep tone. "Thank you for your reminder, lan. But next time, if you speak so bluntly again, consider your yearend bonus at risk." Damn! lan felt like his boss had just delivered him a fatal blow.

Meanwhile, in the bedroom, Bella had just taken a fragrant bubble bath and was sitting in front of the vanity, brushing her long, jet-black hair, lost in her thoughts.

Her hand moved the brush continuously, but her mind was elsewhere.

She replayed her conversation with Grant over and over in her head. For some reason, she felt a chill in her chest as if a cold wind had swept through, making her feel chilly all over.

That man, though polite, courteous, and seemingly sincere, gave her the feeling that he was subtly yet fiercely intruding on her space, triggering alarm bells in her mind.

This sense of oppression was entirely different from the feeling Justin, with his equally noble status, gave her.

Lost in her thoughts, Bella suddenly felt a heat on the nape of her neck and a weight on her shoulders.

"Ah."

As Bella gasped softly, Justin's arms wrapped around her from behind, his thin lips pressing a gentle kiss on her plump cheek, his voice husky and seductive.

"Bella, what's going on in your mind?"

"Your brother," Bella blurted out.

Justin's eyes darkened, a tumultuous wave surging in his heart, his eyes reddening at the corners.

Before she could explain further, Justin grabbed a slender waist and lifted her, his muscular right arm supporting her hips as he strode directly toward the bed.

"Hey! Justin.. What are you doing?!" Bella's beautiful eyes widened, her left shoulder strap slipping down, exposing her chest.

The next second, Justin pinned her beneath him on the bed.

Her silk nightgown had long disappeared along the way.

Justin's eyes burned with a mix of passion and apprehension, overwhelming her senses.

"Bella, feed me…"

"I'm so tired right now. Why don't we do it tomorrow? In the morning?" Bella looked at him with wide, anxious eyes.

"No, I need you now… Satisfy me, please."

Justin's hot and insistent lips pressed against hers, causing her to lose focus and become entirely immersed in waves of desire.

At the height of their love-making, he whispered huskily in her ear, "Don't think about him… Think about me only!"

Bella laughed softly, her body trembling with amusement, "I knew it… You were jealous? Such strong jealousy."

Justin paused, looking down at her flushed, beautiful face. "You said you were g about him. S be jealous?

I'm beyond je Bella chuckled, lightly patting his I sweaty cheek. "You knew I det

redness, glinted with anger Bella felt both exasperated and immensely happy.

 

The Divorced Heiress Revenge Chapter 1542-Bella explained, "I was just thinking about our conversation with your brother earlier tonight. It was really thought-provoking."

Justin said, "This is the last time something like this is happening."

Still regretting that he had let them meet, Justin held Bella tighter. "From now on, I won't let you have any more contact with my brother. This time was an exception. Don't dwell on it further." "I'm not the one overthinking it. It's you dwelling on it."

Bella raised her rosy face and poked his chest with her fingertip. "Does it still hurt here?"

Justin caught her hand and kissed her palm. "Hmm, it's feeling much better."

"Come on, you really don't need to be so paranoid about it. Besides, what you're thinking isn't realistic. Do you think your brother will stay in Meridan forever? He's bound to come back someday."

She found a comfortable spot to lay on his chest. "He arranged for the Reeds to negotiate with Salvador Corporation, and now he's suddenly contacting Grandpa Nigel. Haven't you noticed these signals? Your brother has been laying the groundwork for his return. So, he'll definitely be back. How could I avoid seeing him then? On the contrary, I really need to meet your brother. He really piqued my curiosity." "Could it be that his health has improved?" Justin lowered his eyes.

"You've fought in the Salvador Corporation's power battles for many years. Why are you becoming naive now?"

Bella lightly flicked his forehead, gently scolding him. "It doesn't matter whether his health has improved or not. As long as he's alive and wants to come back and compete with you, he will do it. He'll do it, ever if only his eyes can move. Do you know what's more unsettling? We don't know how deep his waters run, but it feels like he knows almost everything about us, including me. Earlier tonight, he even said he was my fan, which means he knew I was Alexa a long time ago. This is something I can't overlook."

Justin was surprised that Bella had thought so deeply about this matter.

He kissed her forehead, feeling a strange sense of embarrassment. "Bella, you don't need to worry about these things. I've got it all under control. I'll take care of everything and protect you and Grandpa." "If your brother comes back and demands you give up your position as Salvador Corporation's president as a favor, would you do it?" Bella asked seriously, gazing at him with eyes shining like morning stars while lying on his chest.

Justin did not hesitate. "No."

She smiled. "Oh, why did you suddenly become ambitious now?"

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Justin whispered gently, his lips tender ras he squeezed the nape . "If I lose my kingdomeet her nen will have to win your heart?

In the dim light, Bella's eyes reddened, and she hugged him tightly, like a bird seeking refuge in the forest.

For the past few days, Ryan has been incredibly busy.

As the prospective president, many important tasks at the Hoffman Group required his attention, and numerous documents needed his approval.

In He made sure to spend his limited free time with Carrie. He even took his beloved wife on two visits to the Savrow Art Academy to tour the campus and discuss auditing classes. His personal time was virtually nonexistent.

Yet he relished every moment, finding joy in his responsibilities, born out of love.

It turned out that the sense of duty that comes from love was indeed a source of happiness.

Meanwhile, at the Willow Creek Milla,

Yasmin had prepared a full table of dishes as usual. Carrie was already sitting obediently at the table, eagerly waiting for Ryan to come downstairs for dinner. S Hearing footsteps, both women looked toward the staircase simultaneously.

Ryan descended the stairs, impeccably dressed in a suit and tie, adjusting his cufflinks as he came down.

"Mr. Hoffman, are you going out?" Yasmin asked in surprise, unaware of his plans for the evening.

Besides, his formal attire suggested he was attending an important event.

Ryan nodded. "Yes, I'm heading out. I might be back late."

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The Divorced Heiress Revenge Chapter 1543-Yasmin's eyelashes fluttered as she glanced at the sumptuous dinner she had prepared and then looked worriedly at Carrie.

They had initially planned for the three of them to have dinner together, and Yasmin had started the preparations in the afternoon. Although Carrie was not very skilled in cooking, she had helped out, bustling around the kitchen like a lively little top.

But now, it seemed like Ryan would not be staying for dinner.

While Yasmin did not mind, she was concerned that Carrie would be disappointed.

"Ryan, aren't you staying for dinner?" Carrie asked, her delicate brows slightly furrowed and her eyes wide like a deer's.

Ryan smiled widely, unable to resist walking over to his delicate girlfriend. He placed his large hand on her head, gently ruffling her soft hair. "I have some business to attend to tonight, so I won't be eating at home."

"Can't you make an exception tonight?"

Carrie's dense eyelashes fluttered as she looked at him with a pitiful expression.

"Yasmin has been busy all day preparing this meal… It's her way of showing she cares. Could you stay and eat before you go?" "Young Madam, it's really not a big deal!"

Seeing Carrie speak up for her, Yasmin felt both surprised and honored. Her face flushed as she shook her head vigorously. "It's nothing but a few simple dishes. Your work is more important, Young Master. I'll send you off now."

"It does matter! You took a long time to prepare everything. It must've been really tiring!" Carrie interjected.

Carrie held Ryan's large hand with her small, slightly sweaty palm. "Can you please stay and eat before you go? Yasmin worked so hard for this."

Carrie genuinely liked Yasmin.

They spend a lot of time with each other daily. She was with Yasmin much more than she was with Ryan. There were many things she was too shy to say to Ryan but felt completely at ease sharing with Yasmin.

Carrie rarely made requests to Ryan. The last request she made was when she wanted to see her mother for one last time. This was the second time she had done so.

Yasmin's throat tightened with emotion. "Young Madam…"

Ryan's narrow eyes paused, his cool gaze drifting over to Yasmin.

Then, he pulled out a chair and sat down next to his girlfriend, grinning as he grabbed her delicate armand pulled her between his legs, then closed his legs to hold her like a doll.

"Okay, I'll listen to my wife. I'll eat."

Ryan was not done yet. He clasped her small waist and gently e her on his lap, brushing his lips against her rosy cheek with affection.

"Yasmin, serve the dishes. I want a big portion."

"Yes, sir!" Yasmin was happy when Ryan decided to stay and eat with Carrie.

Ryan and Carrie shared many sweet moments during the meal. The couple fed each other. Their affection was palpable.

Sitting nearby, Yasmin could not help but feel overwhelmed by the display of affection.

However, she felt comfortable with it.

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behind, the three of them walk host Villa's entrance.

"Yasmin, take good care of Carrie."

Ryan wrapped an arm around m Carrie swaishand planted a kiss on her smooth forehead.

"Come back early…" Carrie spoke with a soft and sweet tone.

"Babe, if you keep this up, I won't be able to leave the house."

Ryan's hand roamed to her bottom, giving it a playful squeeze. coto bed eerly, Doh'stay up waiting for me."

The Divorced Heiress Revenge Chapter 1544-Carrie watched until the tail lights were out of sight before turning away.

Yasmin then approached her. "Young Madam."

"Yeah?" Carrie replied, looking at her.

"Thank you for standing up for me today. Thank you…" Yasmin's eyes welled up with emotion.

Yasmin had served Ryan since her teenage years, starting as a maid and eventually becoming his secretary and bodyguard. She had undergone harsh training and faced many dangers, making her indifferent and cold to everyone except her boss.

However, Carrie's presence had brought a familial warmth that Yasmin had never experienced before. Yasmin saw Carrie not just as her boss's wife but also as a sister whom she cherished. "Yasmin, I know how hard you've worked."

Carrie held Yasmin's calloused hand, her eyes shining. "I know you care deeply for Ryan. Even if he doesn't see it, I do. Your efforts should not go unnoticed."

Yasmin opened her mouth but was at a loss for words. So, she simply held Carrie's hands tightly in gratitude.

Tonight, Logan decided to host a rare family banquet, summoning all the family members. No one dared to disrespect the head of the family, so despite any underlying tensions, they had to put on a show of unity and courtesy.

Ryan walked confidently into the restaurant, where Logan, Claire, Liam, and Liam's wife were already seated.

"Sorry for being late, Grandpa," Ryan said with a charming smile, gracefully taking his seat.

Claire, who had not seen her son in a while, was pleasantly surprised by his appearance.

Back then, Ryan was a rebellious troublemaker, causing chaos outside and showing no respect at home. Even at family banquets, he behaved recklessly.

Two years ago, during a family feast, he infamously grabbed a lamb's leg and gnawed on it like a caveman.

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He had clearly become more mature.

"Great. It's nice to see the whole family here."

Logan nodded at his grandson with apparent satisfaction. "However, try to come a bit earlier next time. It's not good to keep your elders waiting. There's no need to arrive right on the dot, as if you're clocking in for work."

Ryan smiled and replied, "Alright, Grandpa. I'll keep that in mind next time."

"Oh, Ryan is the pillar of the Hoffman family now. He's a very busy man indeed."

Sidelined after losing power, Liam now regarded Ryan with barely concealed envy. "He's the future CEO of the Hoffman Group, so things are different for him now. Dad, don't be too hard on him. Although we're his elders, we're not that strict. Once Ryan takes over, even 1, as his uncle, will rely on him to bring honor to our family name. You wouldn't believe how many friends of mine have been asking me about Ryan, eager to meet.

the future head of the group. It really feels like the younger generation has surpassed us, and our time is truly over."

Liam's expression was a mix of a smile and a frown, making his emotions incomprehensible.

Ryan looked at Liam's scheming

face, his phoenix eyes narrowing with a sharp glint. "Uncle Liam, I know all your shady friends. They re alikey blind men trying to kick a shuttlecock ohe Worse than the other. What future do you see hanging out with them all day? Did you even complete the project Grandpa assigned to you?"

Liam's expression stiffened. Just as he was about to retort, Ryan did not give him the chance, launching into a fierce tirade. You cant even handle your own responsibilities: Yet, you're busy pulling strings to bring those leeches closer to the group. Don't take this the wrong way, but aside from sucking the Hoffman Group dry, what benefits do those friends of yours bring us? Now you want to introduce them to me, huh? Do I look like an easy mark to you?"

Liam's face turned beet red, his mouth opening. However, Ryan's next words made his blood pressure spike. "Honestly, since we're family, there's no need for all this beating around the bush. Your snide comments make it seem like you've spent the past few months meditating in some temple."

The Divorced Heiress Revenge Chapter 1545-Such blunt humiliation left Liam completely red-faced.Liam knew Ryan was a ruthless and arrogant brat. However, considering Ryan was about to become CEO and with Logan present, Liam thought Ryan might show some restraint.It turned out that Ryan would not hold back.As the head of the family, Logan wanted to reprimand his grandson, but on second thought, Ryan was right. He, too, disapproved of his younger son's behavior and the useless cronies Liam associated with. So Logan awkwardly cleared his throat and took a sip of water.However, Claire could not hide her discomfort further. She frowned and chided."Ryan, how can you speak to your uncle this way? Show some respect!""Haha... Oh, Claire. Don't be so hard on Ryan. To us, he's still a kid."Liam's wife, Selena, quickly stepped in to smooth things over, smiling warmly at Ryan. "Ryan, your uncle has always been like this, which is why he doesn't have many friends. His bluntness scared them all away. He didn't mean anything bad by it, so don't take it to heart."Ryan raised an eyebrow and swirled the wine in his glass.This was not the first time these two had played good cop, bad cop. Although Liam had physical limitations that made it hard for him to satisfy Selena in some aspects, he never shorted her materially. Despite their long-standing estrangement, Selena had never divorced him. Sᴇaʀch Thᴇ Find ɴøᴠel.nᴇt website on Gøøglᴇ to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.Rather than a married couple, they were more like a pair of thieves conspiring to seize the Hoffman family's wealth, resembling two leeches bloated with fresh blood.Ryan's icy gaze fixed on Liam and Selena, his teeth clenched tightly. 'One day, I'll strike them with thunderous force, squishing these two parasites into oblivion!' As the staff served the delicious dishes, everyone began to dine.However, while everyone else enjoyed the meal, Ryan merely sipped on his red wine, not touching the food on his plate at all.Well, Carrie had just stuffed him with food, fearing he would go hungry. In the car, he felt so bloated that his belt was about to burst open. He was practically squirming in discomfort. But there were no delicacies outside that could compare to the homely meals at Willow Creek Villa.Without Carrie by his side, everything seemed tasteless."Why aren't you eating, Ryan?"Selena adopted a concerned attitude toward her nephew. She smiled radiantly."This is top-grade steak flown in from France today. Your grandfather had specially selected it for you. Look at how much your grandfather dotes on you.Ryan responded with indifference, "I don't digest beef well. I get stomachaches if I overeat. Thanks for thinking of me, Grandpa.""Stomachaches? Son, you've always been healthy. When did you develop a stomach problem? Did Yasmin not take good care of you?" Claire's eyes filled with worry. "Mom, it has nothing to do with Yasmin.""You've always been careless, busy from dawn till dusk every day, taking care of that girl from the Salvador family on top of everything else. Isn't it inevitable for your body to develop issues over time?"As Claire thought of her son's complicated relationship with the murderer's daughter, she felt a surge of anger that she could not express at the moment. She corede resort to a veiled objection. "Eating outside food is unhealthy. If you end up with health issues because of it, it'll be too late to turn back.""Mom, you can call Carrie by her name or refer to her as Ms. Salvador, but please don't address her as 'that girl'."

Ryan's expression grew serious, his tone deep. "Carrie has never spoken a word against you and has always?

word against you and has always?

mentioned yau with respect. I hope you Can treat the person I love with the same courtesy." Claire was at a loss for words. Her hands were trembling with anger as she gripped her knife and fork.If this continued, that wretched girl Shannon had given birth to would truly steal her son away!Seeing Ryan's indiscriminate attack, not sparing even his own mother, Liam felt better about himself, like the balance had been restored. He secretly smirked.

The Salvador family's youngest daughter was Ryan's weak spot if Liam could find the light opportunity, he-might be able to use Carrie to control Ryan and turn the tables!"Ryan, I heard from your uncle that you brought your girlfriend to the horse race last time."

Selena was trying to stir the pot again. "It's a pity I was ill that day and couldn't meet Ms. Salyador Aren't we having a family Gathering now? You should've brought your girlfriend with you." Ryan ignored Selena, turning his intense gaze to Logan. "Can I do that, Grandpa?""What?" Logan was momentarily surprised."May I bring Carrie, your granddaughter-in-law, to join our family dinner next time?"

The Divorced Heiress Revenge Chapter 1546-Liam glanced at Selena in annoyance and thought to himself that it was unnecessary for her to bring this up at such a critical moment.

Although Carrie was Shannon's daughter, she was still Gregory's daughter and undoubtedly a member of the Salvador family.

While Liam intended to use the girl for his plans, he certainly did not want Ryan to actually marry Carrie. That would mean a legitimate alliance between prominent families, positioning Gregory as Ryan's father-in-law.

That would only make Ryan even more powerful!

At this moment, Liam had two options. He could either use the girl to threaten Ryan so the latter would not become CEO of Hoffman Group or allow Ryan to

be the CEO but prevent a marriage alliance with the Salvador family.

Ryan's words made the atmosphere in the dining room tense.

Logan's thick, white eyebrows furrowed, and he avoided looking at his grandson.

But just as Logan was about to speak, Claire could not hold back any longer and blurted out, "Ryan, don't you understand the rules of our family gathering?

Only members of the Hoffman family are allowed to attend. Why would you bring an outsider?"

"Outsider?" Ryan could feel his anger building up inside. His eyes narrowed, and his handsome face turned icy. "It does not matter. Carrie will soon be a part of the Hoffman family as my wife."

Claire's throat tightened. "Ryan, why do you always do this? Do you think that this is the right time to talk about such matters?"

"I came tonight to talk about this." Ryan suddenly stood up and turned to Logan with a powerful gaze. "Grandpa, I've come to let you and everyone else know that I intend to marty Carrie and make her my wife. Please give us your blessing."

With that, Ryan bowed deeply to his grandfather.

At this moment, Logan's eyes widened as he looked at his grandson. This scene was undeniably shocking for everyone present.

The notorious playboy Ryan, who had always been known for his wild and extravagant private life, had never been so respectful and solemn. He was ready to put aside his pride for Carrie and their marriage. "Ryan, I don't like that girl from the Salvador family." Logan shot Ryan a stern and serious look, his tone filled with disappointment.

Logan added, "It doesn't matter whether it's Ms. Carrie or the other daughter of the Salvador family; they cannot escape the fate of being the daughter of a murderer. Shannon has already been sentenced to death. The courtroom scenes are circulating online, and she is utterly disgraced. What are you trying to do by marrying her daughter? Are you cleaning up Shannon's mess?"

Claire nodded in agreement, while Liam and Selena indulged in their l food andi drink, but both unintentionally flashed subtle smirks.

Only Ryan seemed to be plunged into an icy abyss. His eyes reddened, and a chill spread throughout his body.

family is of higher status compared to Justin Salvador. Why settle for any woman, let alone mark the daughter oFarmurderer? If this gets out, we'll become the laughingstock of society!"

"My grandson from the Hoffman I.net

Logan's expression turned cold as he shook his head. "I can't agree to this Sham ng reparation orandpa!

mistakes. What does that have to do with Carrie?!"

The Divorced Heiress Revenge Chapter 1547-Ryan's voice rose a few notches, veins bulging at his temples. "Moreover, Carrie was not even born when Shannon committed her crimes. Carrie is completely innocent. You can't judge her based on that!" "The actions of the older generation may not directly influence the younger generation, but how they behave will have a profound impact on the future of the next generation."

Logan said it sternly, leaving no room for argument. "What good could come from a daughter raised by Shannon? Let's not even mention her eldest daughter, Bethany, who often bullied my granddaughter by leveraging her parents' power. Your mother hid this from me for a long time. They are siblings, so how much better can the younger one be?"

Claire quickly chimed in, "Dad, you're right! Everything you're saying is exactly what I've been thinking!"

"Grandpa! You only met Carrie briefly and did not even speak to her. You never got to know her. How can you make such a hasty judgment?" Ryan gritted his teeth, his blood boiling in his veins. He could not bear to hear another word.

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Carrie lived in the happy and warm little world he painstakingly built for her, but what she did not know was that stepping outside of it meant dealing with nothing but criticism, rumors, and gossip.

He wanted to shield her from all harm, to have the entire Hoffman family acknowledge her identity, rather than hide her away like a prized possession.

But clearly, taking this step was much more difficult than he had imagined.

"Ryan, your current status is different from before. You're about to become the CEO of the Hoffman Group, representing our entire family. In the past, it didn't matter how you behaved outside of work, but now your actions can directly affect the group's standing."

Liam took the chance and said, "There are no outsiders here today, so I'm going to speak honestly from the bottom of my heart. It wasn't easy for your grandfather to establish our family business. He still carries two big scars on his back from his wilder, younger days. You should be aware of how the Hoffman group began. Ryan, you know better than anyone the hard work that your grandfather and my older brother have put in to restore the reputation of the Hoffman family over the years.

"The Hoffman Group is currently unstable, and Wyatt's daughter has caused a lot of harm to our reputation. If you marry the daughter of a murderer like Shannon, how will outsiders view the Hoffman family? Those who know of your affection for each other might understand, but those who don't might think we're being controlled by the Salvador family. What leverage would we have in their hands? Your grandfather and father's hard work would all be in vain."

Claire was overwhelmed by memories of her late husband, who had died in a helicopter accident. She found it difficult to keep her emotions in check as tears filled her eyes.

Liam's words struck a chord with Logan, who strongly resonated with his son.

"Liam, you're right! Ryan, marriage is not a trivial matter.

can't just go through with it with thinking it through! Break up with Ms Carrie as soon as possible. She's nowhere near worthy of joining our Hoffman family!"

Content Ryan retorted, "I can uphold the family reputation on my own. There's no need for you to worry about that, Uncle Liam."

He took a deep breath, closed his eyes, and then opened them again with a determination that seemed capable of moving mountains. "I've already made up my mind. I want to marry Carrie, and I don't want anyone else but her!"

"You…!" Logan glared at his grandson's determined face, slamming his hand on the table.

Ryan looked exactly like his father whenever he got stubborn.

"Grandpa, I didn't come here to hear you talk like this.”

Ryan lowered his gaze and took a seat, but he couldn't hide the tension in his clenched fist under the table.

"These pays, Khave authority over most of the Hoffman Group projects.

and industries. If I were to liquidate my shares or transfer them to someone else, it would be a huge

loss for our family."

Logan and Liam were both stunned.

Was this child really wiling to give up a bright futyre just for the sake of a girt, and even sacrificing the Hoffman family?!

"If you understand my intentions, the Hoffman family's future is secure. If not, then I'll have to handle the problem in my own way."

A wicked grin tugged at the corner I.net

of Ryan's lips. "Handing over these projects to Mr. Salvador or Ms.

O M Thompson isn't a big deal since they'Re my friends. If I lend them a hand today, they'll have my back in the future. It sounds fair, doesn't it?"

The Divorced Heiress Revenge Chapter 1548-"Ryan! Are you out of your mind? What on earth are you saying?!" Claire trembled with anger.Logan locked eyes with Ryan, the tension rising as hostility filled the room. His greatest worries had become reality-this child was growing increasingly powerful, almost on the brink of surpassing him. Ryan was strong and capable, while Logan was getting old. He could no longer control his grandson. Liam had ambitions, but he lacked the ability. The future of the Hoffman family depended on Ryan. But Logan could not just back down like that. As the head of the family, being intimidated by his own grandson was a total humiliation.At that moment, Liam's phone vibrated in his pocket. He impatiently took it out and glanced at it. His pupils contracted instantly, and he stepped outside to answer the call.In the deserted corridor, Liam answered the call, "Hello, Zoe. What made you decide to call your uncle?""Because I miss you, Uncle Liam." Zoe's voice was exaggeratedly sweet, making him cringe. sᴇaʀᴄh thᴇ FɪndNøvel.ɴet website on Gøøglᴇ to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality."Ah, without you in Savrow, our home has lost much of its joy and laughter. Your grandfather and your mother miss you so much they can hardly eat." Liam lit a cigarette, squinting as he took a drag. "I also want to return to Grandpa and Mommy, but as you know, my brother hates me so much..."Zoe suddenly broke into tears. "I'm、 all alone in Inalia... I can't even go home. It's like living in a nightmare! Uncle Liam... I just want to go home. I really miss Grandpa and Mommy...""I am also eager for you to return, but even your grandpa can't make this decision. It's up to your older brother."Liam was well aware that their relationship was beyond repair, so he decided to provoke them."Earlier, Ryan fold us he's going to marry Ms. Carrie from the Salvador family.Once they get married, there will be no place for me in the Hoffman Group.Even if I wanted to help you, there wouldn't be a way to do it." .UMS Zoe fell silent for a moment, then spoke softly, "Uncle Liam, if I told you I could help you, could you find a way to help me return to Savrow?""You're able to help me? How?” Liam

asked as he raised an eyebrow suspiciously taking the opportunity to lay out his terms. "Can you stop, Ryan from marrying that sink from the Satyador family? He's already announced it to the family. Ifyour brother truly becomes Chairman.

Salvador's son-in-law… Zoe, things might get even tougher for you in the future."

"Uncle Liam, I can do it. But I have to be back in Savrow first," Zoe replied."With Ryan's impatience, he'd marry that girl tomorrow if it was possible. It might be too late by the time you return.”

Zoe laughed and said, "Uncle, you you should snow ore sport.

Maybe you can convince Grandpa to approve of Ryan marrying Carrie."

Liam was confused and asked, "What are you talking about? Why?"

Zoe laughed and said, "Uncle, you you should snow ore sport.

Maybe you can convince Grandpa to approve of Ryan marrying Carrie."

Liam was confused and asked, "What are you talking about? Why?"

"I have my reasons for doing this."

Zoe's voice turned cold and cryptic.

"You handlg this matter first. As for the rest, l have plans when I return to Savrow."

 

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"Hahaha… Come on, Dad, Ryan. It's rare for the family to get together for a meal. Let's not do this!" Liam laughed as he walked over to the old man, helping him to sit down and massage his shoulders. "Ryan has been managing the Hoffman Group for you. It's not easy for him to work such long hours, but he really stepped up and contributed to the family."

Ryan stared coldly at Liam's sly expression, expecting him to spew some nonsense.

"Think about it. Has Ryan ever demanded anything from you over the years?"

Logan furrowed his brow tightly, actually pondering for a moment.

His eldest son had passed away early, so Logan only had one grandson, Ryan. At a young age, Ryan took on the responsibility of caring for his mother and younger sister.

Over the years, Ryan has independently developed businesses, made profitable investments, and expanded his ventures widely in Savrow.

Indeed, Ryan had never once demanded anything from Logan. Liam watched Logan's expression soften and continued with a smile. "Now, Ryan wants to marry Carrie Salvador. It's rare for him to go against your wishes. Why not let him do what he wants?" Logan looked up at Liam in surprise, his lips pressed tightly together.

Ryan was also taken aback. He clearly did not anticipate Liam, who had been standing in his way, to suddenly be on his side and supporting him.

He thought, 'Did this bastard forget everything and just change his mind out of nowhere?' Liam leaned closer to his father and whispered, "The girl's mother may be Shannon the murderer, but she is also Gregory's daughter. She is a legitimate heiress of the Salvador family, which owns the leading financial group in Savrow. This marriage could benefit us greatly. Even if there's no business collaboration, binding them through marriage will make them more inclined to help us. Later, they would have to consider us their in-laws and give us more benefits."

Liam covered his mouth and spoke even softer. "As for the Salvador girl… You don't need to worry. We know what Ryan is like. He is just looking for something new, something exciting. Marrying his best friend's sister just adds a bit of thrill."

Logan clicked his tongue, feeling that what Liam said was inappropriate.

"What I mean is, even if they get married, so what? After a couple of years, Ryan will likely tire of her and put her aside. By the time we have benefited enough from the Salvador family, their marriage will probably be over. You understand, right? Our family is not the one to lose out."

Ryan was seated far away and couldn't hear what Liam was saying to his grandfather. All he could see was that Logan's expression had visibly softened.

"Ryan, since you're so sincere and adamant about her, then I'll support you."

Logan finally gave in, but he still seemed quite reluctant. "However, I won't personally go to the Salvador family to propose this marriage alliance on your behalf. If you really want this woman, you'll have to fight for her yourself. As long as the Salvador family agrees, then I have nothing to say."

Claire and Selena were both shocked, with one staring at her father-in-law and the other at her husband.

Ryan could hardly believe his ears. Joy was radiating from his eyes as he broke into a wide grin, revealing his perfect white teeth.

"Thank you, Grandpa… Thank you for your support! I'll make sure to bring my wife to meet you as soon as possible!"

After the family dinner, Ryan bid farewell to his mother and hurried home excitedly.

Claire was filled with a mixture of frustration and reluctance as she watched her son walk away.

With Zoe abroad, it felt like her only son had also abandoned her. Claire knew Ryan was spending all his time with Shannon's daughter, completely neglecting her.

As these thoughts crossed her mind, she clutched her clothes in despair and muttered to herself, "Why is my life so miserable…"

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อน I were you, I'd thank God for this marriage." Selena approached Claire with a smile. "Once Zoe comes back to stay with you, your house will be full of life again. You need to figure out a way to bring Zoe back."

"Yes, Zoe… I need my Zoe back with me." Claire could not help but feel the urge to cry as she thought about her daughter, who was all alone abroad.

Selena got into the car, her grin disappearing as she gave her husband a stern look while he played games on his phone. "What's going on with you? Weren't you totally against Ryan marrying that girl from the Salvador family? Why the sudden change in attitude?"

"You ignorant woman, what would you understand?" Liam smiled sinisterly and said, "This is just me buttering up Ryan. I want to make him feel unstoppable like he's in control of the whole world. The higher he climbs, the harder he'll fall!"

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The Divorced Heiress Revenge Chapter 1550-It was already late at night when Ryan arrived home.

Yasmin was on her way out of the laundry room with a basket of clothes, when she noticed that Ryan had come back. She quickly set aside her work to greet him.

"Where's Carrie? Is she asleep?" Ryan took off his suit jacket and tossed it to her. His face was flushed with excitement.

"Young Madam is already asleep."

"Oh…" Ryan felt slightly disappointed but quickly smiled again. "Well, I'll let her know in the morning then."

Yasmin blinked and asked, "Young Master Hoffman, is there good news?"

"Grandpa agreed." Ryan's charming eyes sparkled brightly, his voice trembling with excitement.

"Grandpa agreed for me to marry Carrie!"

"Really?!" Yasmin felt a surge of happiness, tears glistening in her eyes.

"Congratulations! It's like a dream come true for you and Young Madam. This is just amazing!"

"On the way back, my mother also called me and said she could also agree to accept Carrie, but on the condition that Zoe comes back." Ryan's gaze turned cold.

He said, "How absurd. When did my sweet mother learn to negotiate? Does she really think that I won't marry Carrie if she doesn't agree?"

Yasmin nodded in agreement. Claire often struggled to make clear decisions on important issues. Since Finn passed away, Ryan has been the main support for the household. Otherwise, Liam would have long taken over.

Ryan's expression turned serious. "But the only reason Grandpa agreed is because Liam put in a few good words. We need to keep an eye out for whatever schemes that guy is plotting."

"Liam is always looking out for his own interests. You must be careful," Yasmin said as her expression turned cold and serious.

Ryan took a quick shower and then slipped into bed, contentedly lying next to Carrie. The more he thought about it, the more excited he became, unable to fall asleep.

He quietly snuggled closer to her warm, fragrant body. Initially, he just wanted to be close, but that soon turned into a desire to hold her. This embrace ignited a fire within him, and he couldn't resist lifting her nightgown, his hands wandering over her soft curves.

Carrie suddenly woke up, opening her sleepy eyes and hugging Ryan. "You're back…"

"Sorry for waking you up, darling." Ryan felt a little guilty, but he did not want to let go of her.

"Ryan… Do you want it?" Carrie had become so sensitive and considerate under his care that she could read his desires easily.

He sighed and simply hugged her waist tightly. "No, or else you won't get any sleep tonight."

"You seem happy." Carrie closed her eyes and listened to his strong heartbeat.

"Your heart is beating so fast, and I think I heard you laughing while I was asleep… What are you so happy about?" Ryan took a deep breath and gently kissed her forehead, feeling overwhelmed with love.

"Carrie, I'm finally going to marry you. I want the world to see you as the wife of the Hoffman Group's CEO. I want everyone to know how much you mean to me."

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Ryan spoke each word deliberately. "Within the next couple of days, I'm planning to take you to meet your father. I want to formally ask for your hand in marriage."

Carrie looked stunned, her mouth slightly agape. Her lips were trembling, and tears welled up in her eyes.

Although Ryan lovingly referred to her as his "wife" every day, she had always thought of it as just a nickname.

She never imagined that he would actually propose to her. Especially after her mother was convicted of murder and sentenced to death, Carrie had never dared to think about marrying him for real. Simply being by his side quietly was enough.

"Ryan… You, you don't have to force yourself…” "Force myself? You think I'm forcing myself?" Ryan's voice broke with urgency, his intense emotions threatening to overflow like molten lava, engulfing the small woman in his arms. "No, Carrie, this is not forced… Marrying you is my lifelong desire, my greatest wish."

After several days of getting everything ready and picking the ideal day, Ryan led his lovely wife by the hand as they arrived at Tideview Manor.

"Mr. Hoffman? Ms. Carrie?! You're here!" Paul, the secretary, was the first to greet them.

"Hello, Uncle Paul, how are you?" Carrie linked arms with Ryan, her smile as radiant as the warm sun.

"I'm great. I feel even better after seeing you, Ms. Carrie," Paul said as he carefully observed Carrie's healthy and glowing face, appreciating how she had blossomed under Ryan's atter el.net care. He felt relieved knowing that Ryan was taking good care of her, and at last, his worries were eased.

"Uncle Paul, is Chairman Salvador home?" Ryan asked with a warm smile, holding Carrie's hand tightly. "I need to talk to him about something really important."

Seeing Carrie's blush, Paul had already guessed the nature of their visit and couldn't hide his happiness. "Chairman Salvador is home. I'll go up and-"

"Carrie, you're back." Before Paul could finish speaking, Gregory's voice came from behind.

Ryan and Carrie both looked up.

Dressed in comfortable loungewear, Gregory made his way downstairs.

Bethany followed closely behind, dressed much more modest than before. Ryan barely recognized her.

Was this even the same person? The former ostentatious peacock now looked almost subduedlooking like Rosalind wich she had returned from abroad. "Daddy…" Carrie squeezed Ryan's hand, becoming visibly nervous.

Gregory's expression softened slightly as he glanced at his daughter, then darkened again when he looked at Ryan.

"Oh, sister, you've finally decided to come home." Bethany forced a friendly smile. "It's been so long since I've seen you. I've really missed you."

"Carrie." Gregory's mood shifted, and

he spoke with a serious tone. "Since you're back home now, please don't leave again. You're partof the m SalvadoNfamily, not some reckless wild child without anyone to care for you Does it set a good example to always be away and never at home?"

"Yes, little sister." Bethany furrowed her brow, her face filled with concern.

"You're only in your early twenties!

How does ib look to be living with a mãn at such a young age? If this gets out, your reputation will be ruined. It's not a big deal for M. Hoffman, but.

you'll be the one who suffers."