Ch. 2531..2540

Twins In Her Womb: Sir President Please Be Gentle Chapter 2531-This place was remote. If it were not for the cheap land prices, the companies would not have chosen this place. There would probably be no restaurants here.

Gordon picked up the menu. He was not such a picky eater.

He ordered many dishes without considering if they could finish them all. After all, all he thought about was wanting to rip Luca off.

The two of them could not finish everything Gordan had ordered.

Luca knew Gordan did it on purpose. She did not stop him. Instead, she sent a message to Rhett: [Where are you?]

[Dr. Craw, I'm still in the office.] Rhett replied.

[There's a farm-to-table restaurant near our office. Come over here.] Luca reckoned that Rhett was still in the office now. He was probably tidying things up and did not have time for lunch.

[Okay, Dr. Craw.] Rhett replied to her message.

Gordon continued to order a few dishes.

The waiter beside him could not help but ask, “Sir, may I know how many people will be eating?"

“Just the two of us. Why?" Gordan turned to look at the young waiter.

The waiter's face reddened as he kindly reminded him, "The portion of the dishes served in our restaurant is quite large. I'm worried that the two of you might not be able to finish them all."

Gordan turned to look at Luca. She was holding her cup of tea without saying anything.

Since the one who was going to pay for the lunch did not say anything, it would be fine if he ordered some more. Then, he said, "It's okay. I'm a big eater. Besides, we can wrap them up and take them home."

After that, Gordon ordered another two portions of chicken parmesan.

Luca was still indifferent.

After Gordan ordered two salads, he turned to look at Luca. Then, he smiled and asked, "Dr. Craw, you don't mind, right?"

"No. We're not going to waste the food anyway." Luca took a sip of the tea. "Besides, I should thank you for helping."

Gordon closed the menu. There was a trace of slyness in his smile. "Actually, someone has already paid me on behalf of you."

"Huh?" Luca blinked her eyes as she put down her cup. Was it Luke?

“I'm getting ready to move. He promised me that he'll get me a sofa and a bed. They'll be of the same brand as the sofa in his office," Gordon replied with a smile. He was pleased to get the best deal from both Luke and Luca at the same time.

It dawned on Luca that was why Gordan had been behaving submissively by following her to Watson Biopharmaceuticals. It also explained the cunning smirk on his face now.

“Mr. Crawford has always been generous." Luca gave him an answer that she thought Gordan could not agree with more.

“Don't you feel sorry for him?" Gordan asked. Although Luke was wealthy, money did not grow on trees. It was his hard-earned money.

“Mr. Crawford gave those things to you. Why should I feel sorry?" Luca questioned.

It was not like Luke could not afford them. Besides, even though Gordan looked like he was disturbing Luke, Luca knew Gordan had helped him to handle many situations.

They would talk about it during lunchtime when they had lunch together. Hence, Luca knew all about it.

“Fine." Gordan thought Luca's response was uninteresting.

Luca smiled at him.

Rhett walked into the restaurant and went straight to their table. Then, he said, “Dr. Craw, what's the matter?"

“Mr. Link, sit down and have lunch." Luca signaled Rhett to sit beside Gordan.

“Ah, that's probably not a good idea..." Rhett glanced at Gordan, then he turned to look at Luca again.

It seemed inappropriate for him to join them when they were having lunch together.

“It's nothing. Mr. Norton ordered many dishes. The two of us won't be able to finish them all. It'll be a waste if there are any remaining dishes. Plus, you haven't eaten lunch, right?" Luca turned to look at Gordan. “Mr. Norton, what say you?"

“Yes. you're right. It's enough for the three of us." Gordan secretly mumbled to himself that was why Luca did not say anything about it.

Gordan wondered if he ordered more, would Luca ask all of those working in Watson Biopharmaceuticals to come over here?

It would probably become a social event.

Rhett had no choice but to sit down.

After the dishes were served, the three of them enjoyed the meal.

Gordan could not help but tease Rhett. “Mr. Link, do you mind if I ask you some questions?"

Rhett grabbed a tissue and wiped his mouth. He nodded and replied, “Go ahead, Mr. Norton." “Is it tiring to work in the biopharmaceutical industry?" Gordan asked.

“Honestly, as far as I'm concerned, it's tiring no matter what job or industry you're working in, so it's okay for me," answered Rhett. The reason he thought it was alright for him was simple.

Working for Luca was not that troublesome.

Moreover, the pay for those who worked in the biopharmaceutical industry was not too bad, especially since he was working for a company related to T Corporation. Watson Biopharmaceuticals was slightly better than their competitors.

Gordan asked another question, “Is it difficult to work for Dr. Craw?"

“It feels great to work for Dr. Craw." Rhett threw Gordan a confused look. Why was he asking such weird questions?

"Mr. Norton, even if Mr. Link isn't happy to work for me, he probably can't say that in front of me, right?" Luca could not help but ask jokingly. Was Gordan trying to make conversation when the food could not shut his mouth?

Gordan took a bite of the steak and took a sip of the juice. "Fine. I'm just asking random questions. Don't take it seriously."

"Dr. Craw, Mr. Norton..." Rhett put down his cutleries. He was at a loss of what to say as he felt like he was stuck between Luca and Gordan.

"Just eat. Mr. Norton is just bored." Luca knew what kind of person Gordan was.

Gordan was also talkative when he had lunch with Luke for the past few days. It made Luke have the urge to stuff all the food into his mouth to shut him up.

Rhett gave an awkward smile, lowered his head, and continued eating.

After they finished lunch, Luca picked up her phone and went to pay the bill.

Gordan took his last sip of the juice, enjoying the sweetness of it. Then, he muttered, "It seems like cheap juices taste good too."

Rhett heard him and asked, "Mr. Norton, do you like the juice? Would you like me to get you another bottle?"

"No, thank you. I've had enough." Gordan patted Rhett's shoulder. Fresh graduates like him who had just come out from college seemed interesting.

Vivian suddenly came across Gordan's mind at the thought of college students.

Her school semester would be commencing in a few days.

After Luca paid for the lunch, she walked toward them and heard their conversation. Then, she said, "I thought you've had it before?"

"If it were in the past, I'd rather just have a glass of water. Dr. Craw, the meal was good. Thanks for the treat. It's getting late. I've got something else to do. See you around." Gordan glanced at the time. He would make it on time if he set off to the agency now.

"Warren's here. You can ask him to give you a ride," said Luca.

"That's the chauffeur Luke arranged for you. I wouldn't dare to ask him." Gordan waved his hand, turned around, and left.

Rhett watched Gordan leave from behind. He could not help but exclaim, "Mr. Norton is an interesting person."

"Interesting?" Luca asked. She did not think Gordan was interesting at all.

Sometimes, what was shown on the outside and what the others could see was just a disguise to protect one.

Gordan Norton was absolutely uninteresting.

Twins In Her Womb: Sir President Please Be Gentle Chapter 2532-For someone like Gordan who usually wore a smile on his face to conceal his feelings, it would be harder to find out what was in his mind.

“Mr. Link, let's go back to the office," said Luca. She wanted to continue arranging the documents before the meeting started.

The documents should be categorized well.

The two of them returned to Watson Biopharmaceuticals.

Luca saw the general manager standing outside her office door. She raised her brows and noticed that his hand was resting on the doorknob of the door.

"General Manager, are you looking for me?" Luca walked toward him and stopped him when he was about to push the door open and enter the office.

The general manager was surprised when a voice suddenly rang out. He unconsciously turned the doorknob, but the door was locked.

The expression on his face changed. He turned around and looked at Luca with a smile on his face. "Dr. Craw, where have you been? I've been knocking on the door but no one answered."

"I went out for lunch just now. General Manager, is there anything I can help you with?" Luca asked. She locked the door when she went out.

Hence, there was no way the manager could enter the office unless he broke the door.

"So that's why no one answered no matter how hard I knocked on it," replied the general manager. There was a hint of awkwardness in the embarrassed smile on his face as though he had been caught red-handed.

"There's still time before the meeting. General Manager, why are you looking for me?" It was the third time Luca repeated the same question. She was forcing him to find an excuse for his suspicious behavior.

"Oh, yes, I heard you've just moved back here. I thought of coming here to say hello." The general manager realized if he did not give Luca an explanation, she would not let him go easily. Hence, he came up with an excuse to brush her off.

"That's very kind of you. Don't we have a meeting to attend later? I'll see you there, General Manager." Luca took her keys out and opened the door as she replied.

"Ah, okay..." The general manager knew his plan had failed. He left with embarrassment.

Rhett followed Luca into the office. After they got out of the general manager's sight, Rhett could not help but mutter, “Could it be that the general manager hasn't given up the thought of looking at the documents?"

Luca headed to her office desk. The office here wasn't as good as the one in T Corporation. The desk was smaller, and there was no sofa either.

She could only lean forward on the desk and rest for a while during lunch break.

"Probably," replied Luca.

"We've already applied for the patent for our drug research. There's nothing he can do even if he sees those documents..." Before Rhett could finish his words, he immediately shut his mouth. In hindsight, he realized he was unconsciously thinking that the general manager must be up to no good for wanting to secretly read the research data.

"Let's talk about it later. Hurry up and find your two boxes. Let's tidy up a little. Then we'll attend the meeting." Luca urged him.

Luca quietly thought about the general manager.

She had hinted to Luke that something was wrong with the general manager before, but Luke had yet to handle this matter.

Hence, Luca was sure that Luke was trying to lure the mastermind behind the general manager.

The mastermind was probably not Abel, so who could it be?

Could it be Pierre Mallory?

Luca pondered for a moment. She carried another box and was about to unseal it, only to realize there was a remark left by Rhett on the box. Then, she said, "Mr. Link, it's your box."

"Thank you, Dr. Craw." Rhett took the box from her and put it aside. He had only placed two boxes here. There was only one left.

"Dr. Craw, it's fortunate that you locked the door," said Rhett.

"Although the drug launching is a done deal, these documents are confidential. If the information gets leaked, someone can change the formula and dosage to pass it off as their own research. That's why we need to be careful," said Luca. The general manager had no access to this floor, so she wondered if someone forgot to close the door or if someone had intentionally let him in.

"Dr. Craw, that's very attentive of you," exclaimed Rhett. After he found the second box, he placed it on the first one and carried the two boxes. He said, "Dr. Craw, I'm going back to my office."

"Okay." Luca nodded.

Watson Biopharmaceuticals had recruited new employees not too long ago. Luca heard that a new professor would be joining them in two days. She could not be bothered by it. After all, all she had to do was to do her job.

Luca arrived at the meeting room at 2:30 sharp in the afternoon.

Since Luca's newly developed drug was about to be launched on the market, there were people in the company extolling her for doing such a great job. Luca was not used to it. Thus, she chose to enter the meeting room on time so that the other professors would not take the chance to talk to her.

"Dr. Craw, you're here." Although Luca arrived at the meeting room on time, the general manager was not there yet. Hence, there were still people who greeted her.

Luca nodded and smiled at them. Then, she sat on the seat next to the corner.

“Dr. Craw, why are you still sitting there? It used to be Dr. Albus' seat. And no one's sitting here either. Come over and sit here," said Dr. Jackson.

Luca glanced at the empty seat. She shook her head and said, "It's okay. I'm fine sitting here."

Dr. Jackson did not say anything more seeing as Luca preferred to stay low.

The general manager pushed the door open and walked into the meeting room after Luca said that. His gaze swept across the meeting room to check if everyone had arrived. "Everyone's here. Professors, let's start the meeting."

"Okay," the professors replied.

Luca looked at the meeting agenda and read through the contents.

The general manager sat on the chairperson's seat and looked at Luca, who sat in the corner. He smiled and said, "Before we start the meeting, I'd like to congratulate Dr. Craw. The project that her research team is working on is ready to launch."

After that, he initiated applause.

The professors and assistants followed him and gave Luca a big round of applause.

Luca thought of staying low, but she did not expect the general manager to mention her before the meeting started. She had no choice but to look around the meeting room, nodding and smiling at everyone to thank them.

The general manager thought it was not enough. Therefore, he asked, "Dr. Craw, why don't you come up here to give a speech?"

Luca sat on her chair with no intention of standing up. She shook her head and replied, "General Manager, thank you, but I think we should start the meeting."

The general manager did not expect Luca to reject him in front of the others.

He had no choice but to go along with what Luca said. He smiled and said, "In this case, let's start the meeting."

There were many things to be discussed during the meeting. After they were done discussing, it was already a quarter past five in the evening.

It had been a long time since Luca had such a long meeting. She felt tired.

When she thought the meeting was ending soon, the general manager added, "Fellow professors, here's one last thing. I received a call from the chancellor of Capital University yesterday. He'd like us to recommend a professor to become a part-time lecturer at the university. I wonder if any professor is

interested in taking up the job. The pay is quite good, and you only have to teach a course each semester. If the class is on Monday, you'll only have to teach on Mondays."

The professors exchanged glances with each other. Some of them had taught in their previous colleges, and some were currently teaching at other universities. Hence, they had no intention of going for the job.

Twins In Her Womb: Sir President Please Be Gentle Chapter 2533-There was dead silence in the meeting room. The general manager broke the silence and said, "I know every professor is busy with their project at hand. But HQ has signed a contract about talent plans with Capital University. So, the university is hoping that we can send a professor there to become a lecturer. Everyone here is a talent in drug development. I hope you can pick a professor among you to take this job. You only have to teach once a week."

After that, the professors whispered to each other and turned to look in Luca's direction.

Luca frowned. She had a bad feeling about this.

Sure enough, after a while, Dr. Jackson spoke, “General Manager, our projects are still developing. We don't have time to head to the university to give lectures. Besides, some of the professors are lecturing at other universities too. They wouldn't be able to do it either. I guess the most suitable candidate who can take on the job would be Dr. Craw."

Luca secretly let out a sigh. It was as expected...

Luca was the person who had the most spare time in the whole office now. She had completed her project, and there was no new project coming in. Besides, she was not teaching in other universities too.

"Dr. Craw, since everyone thinks you're the most suitable candidate, why don't you go?" The general manager turned to look at Luca.

"General Manager, I don't think it's a great idea. Firstly, I'm not as experienced as the other professors. Besides, I don't know how to teach either. I don't think I can handle it." Luca tried to reject it. She truly was not fit for the job!

Furthermore, would the students listen to her if she taught them?

Luca was aware that her age and experience could not convince the students, especially when it came to good universities like Capital University. The older the professors were, the more popular they would be.

Luca would merely be ignored if she was sent there.

"Dr. Craw, it's not hard to teach. You're knowledgeable and resourceful. The students can learn a lot of things from you even if you simply tell them whatever you know. Besides, it'll only take up one day a week. It's not going to affect you from preparing for the development of your new research," the general manager replied with a smile as though he did not hear Luca had rejected the offer. He immediately made the decision and said, "Then it's a deal. I'll provide your information to the academic department of Capital University. The students will be choosing their classes in two days. I'll ask them to send the teaching materials tomorrow so that you can prepare for your lecture."

Luca was speechless when she heard him taking the initiative to make arrangements for her.

She even had a feeling that the general manager had already planned to let her take the job. Asking the professors about their opinions was just a formality.

Luca turned to look at the other professors. They remained silent, using such a method to agree with the general manager's decision.

Luca was not close to them, so she could not do anything. She bit the bullet and replied, "Okay..."

“That's great. By the way, there's one more thing. Dr. Craw, your research is about to be launched in the market now. Do you mind sharing your research data with everyone so that we can take a look at it?" the general manager asked. After he found out Luca went out for lunch today, he initially thought of entering her office to see if he could find anything.

However, he did not expect Luca to lock the door.

When he thought of grabbing something to unlock the door, Luca came back.

Luca secretly sneered. He had not given up.

"General Manager, those are the company's classified documents," replied Luca.

"I know they're confidential. But we're all working in the same laboratory. The drug is launching soon anyway. Sharing the data might help the others, right?" The general manager tried to convince her by dragging the other professors into this and forcing Luca to reveal the research data.

Luca could not help but fall silent. The research the other professors were working on had nothing to do with her research. There was no need for them to refer to it.

"Of course, I can share the data with the other professors for guideline purposes, but it's strictly for those who are working in the same department only," Luca stressed the last few words in her sentence.

That would mean the general manager was not allowed to see the data.

The smile on the general manager's face froze.

Luca had given in, but not completely. She could let the other professors see the document, but not the general manager.

The general manager looked around the meeting room. Every professor was busy with their research, and none of them were close to him either.

Although he was the general manager, he could not intervene in the matters of those who worked in the research department. These researchers had their own tempers, and the company could not afford to lose these talents.

If the professors wrote down that they were dissatisfied with his management in their resignation letters, he might even lose his job.

Luca noticed that the general manager did not say anything. Then, she added, "General Manager, please understand that if I make it accessible to everyone in the office, no one will be able to bear the responsibility if information is leaked and it results in losses for the company. If you think this isn't going to work, we can ask for Mr. Crawford's opinion and we'll let him decide. What do you think?"

Luca realized the general manager would not compromise easily, so she had no choice but to mention Luke's name.

The general manager forced a smile when he heard Luca mention Luke's name, and he replied, "It's okay, Dr. Craw. Anything you say."

Luca nodded. She kept quiet after she stopped him.

The general manager tidied the documents on the table and said, "We're done discussing everything on the meeting agenda. That's all for today."

Then, he turned around and left.

After he left the meeting room, the smile on his face immediately disappeared. He grimaced with disgust on his face. Then, he handed the documents in his hands to his secretary and said, "Take these."

The secretary dared not to ask anything. She took the documents from him and followed behind him.

The general manager took his phone out and sent a message to the number: [I'm sorry, I still can't get the research data.]

After a while, his phone vibrated. He picked it up and glanced at it. He was being scolded through the message on the screen. [You're a good-for-nothing. Get ready to quit your job if you can't get your hands on the document.]

The general manager's hand trembled for a moment. Quit his job?

If he quit his job there, would he be able to keep his job here? Where could he go if he lost his job here as well?

The secretary asked with confusion when the general manager stopped there without moving forward, "General Manager? What's wrong?"

"Nothing. Ask Mr. Link, Dr. Craw's subordinate, to come to my office." The general manager kept his phone. He knew even if he quit his job there, that person would not let him remain in his job position here.

If Luke found out that he was one of them, he would not let him go easily. Eventually, he would lose everything in A City and his efforts would be in vain. No way. He would not let this happen to him.

"Dr. Craw's assistant? Okay." The secretary confirmed with him. Even though she was puzzled, she agreed to it.

After the meeting ended, Luca was forced to have small talk with a few professors there. She was able to leave after that.

Rhett had stayed by her side the entire time, and he said, "Dr. Craw, I think something's wrong with the general manager."

"Yes. He's been acting weird. That's why I asked someone to deliver the safe box from T Corporation here," replied Luca. When she found out the general manager had tried to open her office door, she

informed Warren to bring T Corporation's safe box here.

Twins In Her Womb: Sir President Please Be Gentle Chapter 2534-The safe box Luke bought for Luca back then had the most advanced safe lock in the whole world. It came with fingerprint recognition and iris recognition technology. No one would be able to unlock the safe box except Luca.

Besides, if someone tried to break or unlock the safe box, it would sound an alarm. The relevant research data showed that the person might need a day and a night to disassemble it even if the power was cut off and they tried to disassemble it violently.

Hence, the safe box was more advanced than the safe boxes in Watson Biopharmaceuticals.

Rhett widened his eyes and said unbelievably, “You actually asked someone to move the safe box here?"

“Yes. I've already informed Mr. Crawford." Luca nodded. Before she asked Warren to move the safe box here, she had informed Luke about it.

Luke told her that she could do anything she wanted.

"Dr. Craw, I remember that safe box isn't available in our country yet. I didn't expect Mr. Crawford to permit you to move it here," Rhett said with disbelief.

All confidential research data were kept in the safe box where it was safe and sound due to T Corporation's strong protective measures.

“Watson Biopharmaceuticals is starting to gain some profits now. Our research is one of the profitable projects of the company. That's why Mr. Crawford allowed me to do so," explained Luca.

She said that although she refused to believe that was the reason why Luke let her take the safe box.

After all, there was a high chance that it was for her sake that Luke agreed to let her take the safe box. However, Luca had to come up with something to fool Rhett. Otherwise, the others would suspect something was going on between her and Luke.

Luca glanced at the time. It was time to get off work. She promised the kids that she would make hamburgers for them tonight. Thus, she said, “Rhett, follow me back to my office first. Open all the boxes and put the documents in the safe box."

“Okay." Rhett nodded and agreed with her.

The two of them returned to the office.

Luca handed Rhett the knife cutter and said, “Open the boxes. I'll place the categorized documents into the safe box."

"Alright, Dr. Craw," replied Rhett. The documents were arranged properly when they were placed in the boxes. Hence, Luca only had to put them into the safe box just like that.

The two of them worked together, and it only took them five minutes to take out all the documents in the boxes and place them in the safe box. novelbin

Luca reset the lock of the safe box and closed it.

“Okay. It's getting late. You may get off work early today," Luca said to Rhett.

“Sure, Dr. Craw. I'm leaving now." The moment Rhett finished his sentence, there was a knock on Luca's office door.

“Who is it?" Luca frowned. It could not be those professors again.

“Hello, Dr. Craw. I'm the general manager's secretary. Is Mr. Link here?" There came a woman's voice from outside the door.

“Come in," said Luca. She stood beside her office desk as she watched the door being pushed open. A woman stood outside the door.

Luca recognized the woman at the door. She was the secretary who had taken the meeting minutes in the meeting room just now.

“Dr. Craw, the general manager wishes to see Mr. Link," said the secretary.

Luca knew Rhett was on her side, so she was not worried the general manager would secretly play dirty tricks on the people around her.

Moreover, Luca would not have to worry about Rhett being persuaded by the general manager. After all, she had already figured out what kind of person Rhett was.

Besides, Luca did not rely too much on Rhett when it came to doing research. Thus, she was not worried.

“Okay, Dr. Craw. I shall head to his office first." Rhett nodded. He knew the general manager must be up to no good when he was looking for him now.

However, Rhett was not worried either. The general manager was not the one who would be informing him whether he was fired or not.

Luca nodded. She picked up the briefcase beside her and got ready to get off work.

The secretary led Rhett up the stairs. After they entered the elevator, there were only two of them as it was time to get off work. Their elevator was ascending.

“I heard that you've been learning from Dr. Craw since you entered the company, right?" The secretary asked.

“Um, yes." Rhett nodded.

The secretary sized Rhett up and asked another question, “I saw a safe box in Dr. Craw's office just now. Did she bring it here herself?"

“Dr. Craw has been using the safe box since she was stationed at T Corporation. That's why she brought it here," answered Rhett. It was not something to be kept a secret either.

“Oh, no wonder I thought that it didn't look like it belonged to the company." The secretary nodded.

She had been working for the general manager, and she could smell that something fishy was going on. Still, it would be better for her to keep quiet. After all, she had to keep her job too. Therefore, she did everything she was instructed to do that was not against the company's rules and regulations.

For instance, the general manager wanted to enter Luca's office this afternoon, but he had no access to that floor. Hence, he looked for her to find a way to get to the floor.

The secretary had no choice but to look for Mo and talk to her about work matters. She asked her to make an exception for her to get onto the floor where Luca's office was. That was how she let the general manager in.

"Yeah." Rhett was not a talkative person. Besides, he had been working under Luca at T Corporation for quite some time. He was not familiar with the people here. That was why he had been quiet.

The secretary led him to the general manager’s office.

"General Manager, Mr. Link is here." The secretary knocked on the general manager’s office door.

"Come in." The general manager put down his phone and smiled at Rhett.

Rhett could not help but become cautious when he saw the smile on his face.

If Luca encountered some situations, she would be able to mention Luke’s name to protect herself. However, Rhett was in no position. He did not have the status to do that. He could only be careful and prevent himself from falling into the trap.

"General Manager, may I know why you’re looking for me?" Rhett walked into the office and stood opposite the office desk cautiously.

"Mr. Link, take a seat." The general manager lifted his hand and signaled Rhett to sit opposite him.

Rhett pulled the chair and sat down.

The general manager looked at the secretary and nodded.

The secretary knew what he meant. She immediately closed the door.

That was when the general manager started to draw Rhett in. "Mr. Link, I heard that you’ve been Dr. Craw’s assistant from the moment the project first began. You’ve been working for her and learning from her, right?"

"Yes. I entered the company when Watson Biopharmaceuticals was just established. After that, we had to choose to become a professor's assistant, and I chose Dr. Craw." Rhett nodded. Rhett never thought he had picked the wrong person from the very beginning.

The general manager had heard about it too. He sized up the young man, who was sitting in front of him, as he pondered.

If it were someone else, they would have chosen an experienced professor to learn from for the sake of future project rewards instead of a young professor like Luca.

Rhett’s choice was different from the others.

It turned out that he picked the right person.

It was a risky and bold choice, but it was beneficial at the same time.

"Well, you made the right choice. Dr. Craw's research project is doing well. It's launching soon. Your research team will receive a large bonus when the time comes."

Twins In Her Womb: Sir President Please Be Gentle Chapter 2535-What the general manager said got Rhett at a loss for words.

It was not about picking the right person or not. The research had only gone smoothly because of Luca and the research team's efforts.

The general manager noticed the subtle change in Rhett's expression. He cleared his throat and continued, “Since you're always with Dr. Craw, you must have participated in the whole process of the research, right?"

"Yes." Rhett nodded, waiting for his next sentence.

The general manager cleared his throat, lowered his voice, and said, "Then you must have seen all the research data?"

"General Manager?" Rhett pretended to be confused, but he knew what the general manager was up to.

The general manager smiled and replied, "Mr. Link, you've seen all the data, right?"

"Yes, but there's a large amount of data. I can't remember them all." Rhett had no choice but to nod and admit it. He was responsible for helping Luca to handle the data files. Hence, he had seen all the documents.

However, that did not mean Rhett could remember them all. Even if he could remember them, he had to say that he was not able to remember everything.

The general manager shot him a suspicious look and asked, "Can you try your best to recall them?"

"General Manager, why should I recall them? I can ask Dr. Craw for the information if you need it." Rhett understood what the general manager meant. He wanted him to steal the documents for him.

However, Rhett was not going to do that.

The general manager misunderstood what Rhett meant and immediately replied, "Really? Can you help me get the information from Dr. Craw? Oh, but you can't mention that it's my orders."

"No, General Manager. The information is only available to those working in the department. I'm sorry." Rhett had to disappoint the general manager just when he was secretly rejoicing.

The general manager was dumbfounded.

After that, anger was written all over his face. "Rhett, I'm the general manager of this company. I can give you whatever you want, but at the same time, I can make you lose your job too."

"Are you planning to fire me?" asked Rhett. Even if he were to be fired, he would not betray Luca.

Besides, Luca would stand up for him too.

"If you bring the document to me, not only will I not fire you but I'll also give you a sum of money." The general manager tried both the soft and hard approach. He refused to believe that a subordinate would be so loyal.

Rhett shook his head and replied, “Although I have no idea why you'd like to get your hands on those documents, you'll have to discuss it with Dr. Craw first before you fire me. If Dr. Craw doesn't agree to it, you can't fire me either. As for money, I'm not short of it. I can learn more about what I'd like to learn by staying with Dr. Craw."

"You're not going to help me?" The general manager did not expect that his methods would not work on Rhett.

"I'm sorry, General Manager." Rhett stood up. "If there's nothing more, please excuse me. I'm leaving first."

"You..." The general manager got terribly angry that his face reddened. Rhett, the person in front of him, was the one who helped Luca the most at work.

"I'll forget everything you said to me today once I walk out of this door. Of course, I'll also accept it if you decide to punish me." Rhett bowed to him, turned around, and left.

The general manager slammed the desk!

What Rhett said to him in the end deeply affected him.

There was nothing he could do to the employees in the research department, including researchers like Rhett. Even though he could use his rights, Luca would certainly stand up for such a loyal subordinate and mention Luke's name. That would make him look insignificant as a general manager.

Luca got into Warren's car and headed home.

Her phone vibrated for a while.

Luca lowered her head and glanced at her phone. It was a message from Rhett. He told Luca everything that happened to him in the general manager's office.

Luca knew the general manager called Rhett to his office to get the document he wanted.

She was not stupid.

However, why did the general manager go to such great lengths just to get his hands on the document even if it would arouse suspicion?

Luca frowned. She could not figure out what the mastermind behind the general manager was up to.

"Dr. Craw, we've arrived." Warren's voice rang out.

"Okay. Thanks." Luca pushed the door open and got out of the car.

The moment Luca took off her coat when she returned to the villa, Tommy stepped forward and said, "Ms. Luca, hurry up and stop Ms. Vivian. She's moving out."

"Vivian's moving away?" Luca's heart skipped a beat. Could it be that what Gordan said had gone too far? Was that why Vivian wanted to leave?

Luca put down her briefcase and hurried upstairs.

As Luca's silhouette disappeared at the staircase, Lanie, who was beside Tommy, spoke, "Ms. Vivian already explained it to us, but you're still making a big deal out of it."

“I heard that Ms. Vivian went to see the bad guy, Mr. Gordan, today. Even though she didn't say anything about it, I'm pretty sure the reason Ms. Vivian wants to move out is because of Mr. Gordan. I like Ms. Vivian so much. I don't want her to move out!" Tommy pouted his mouth and said.

Lanie was rendered speechless. Vivian wanted to move out only because she was about to start her semester soon. Their home was far away from the school. Besides, she had her own accommodation. After things had been settled, she would be able to move back there. That was why she would not stay here and disturb them.

However, what Tommy said had made their mother completely misunderstood... novelbin

"Tommy." Lanie suddenly gave his younger brother a stern look.

"Lanie, what's wrong?" Tommy gave him a confused look and he felt a little frightened.

That look on Lanie's face was exactly like their father's. He would make that icy cold expression whenever he wanted to throw a tantrum.

"How did you know Ms. Vivian had gone to see Mr. Gordan?" Lanie asked. They were not living in Crawford Manor anymore, so there were no maids and servants around to gossip about matters such as this.

Moreover, Aunt Neile and Vivian could not communicate with each other due to the language barrier. The adults would not tell Tommy about these things either. Hence, how did Tommy find out about it?

"I have my own intelligence network!" Tommy blinked as he refused to tell Lanie how he knew about it.

"Intelligence network?" Lanie raised his brows.

"Yes, Lanie. I'm telling the truth. Ms. Vivian and Mr. Gordan did meet today. Otherwise, Ms. Luca wouldn't be so anxious." Tommy raised his fingers and swore to Lanie. He really found out about it through his little intelligence network.

Lanie shook his head helplessly while he looked at his younger brother who had secretly created an 'intelligence network'.

It seemed like Tommy was close to someone working in the company, and this employee must be working by their father's side.

His job position must be high too.

Otherwise, how could they know about it?

"Fine." Lanie gave up. Those people in the office would please Tommy only because he was their boss' son.

It was up to them if they would like to indulge him, but they would not go along with Tommy and fool around.

"Lanie, you don't believe that I have an intelligence network?" Tommy blinked his eyes. He could not help but ask Lanie when he showed no interest in it.

"I do, but even if I ask you about it, you won't tell me anyway." Lanie stroked Tommy's head and went along with him.

"Of course! Intelligence networks are mysterious!" Tommy nodded vigorously.

Twins In Her Womb: Sir President Please Be Gentle Chapter 2536-Lanie added, “If Ms. Luca finds out that you were just exaggerating, be careful as you might get beaten up."

"What are you talking about, Lanie? Ms. Luca isn't going to beat me up! No, Ms. Luca will never beat us!" Tommy swung his little fists and said. He had never been beaten by their mother before since he was young. novelbin

It was the same for Lanie and Rainie.

Her mother treated them like treasure. How could she beat them?

Lanie shook his head helplessly when he looked at the smug look on Tommy's face.

People always said that Lanie resembled their father while Rainie resembled their mother. What about Tommy?

His smugness did not resemble either of their parents.

If it were not for Lanie seeing their mother get pregnant and give birth to Tommy, he would have suspected his younger brother was adopted and he had nothing to do with them.

Upstairs.

Luca came to the guest room. Vivian did not lock the door. She peeped through the door and saw Vivian packing her stuff.

"Vivian, why are you packing?" Luca immediately entered the room.

Vivian stopped and smiled at Luca. "I've been disturbing you for too long. Besides, isn't the school semester starting soon? It'll be more convenient for me to move back."

"Vivian..." Luca could see that the smile on Vivian's face was slightly reluctant. She could not help but frown.

"Hey, I've settled the matter. He's not going to disturb me anymore once I go back there. Besides, it's an hour's drive from here to the college. I wouldn't want to waste most of my time in the car." Vivian forced a smile as she did not want Luca to worry about her.

"Have you really let it go?" Luca's brows furrowed even deeper. The brighter the smile on Vivian's face, the more upset her heart would be.

"To be honest, I haven't, but it's over." Women knew each other the most. Vivian knew she could not conceal her feelings from Luca.

"Then." Luca paused for a moment.

“After I left T Corporation today, I went to the courier express store and mailed the signed agreement back to Russia. I even contacted my lawyer and told him to handle the procedure of auctioning the villa and the donation after he receives the agreement," said Vivian.

Her family was wealthy. Hence, Vivian was not planning to take the money gained from auctioning the villa.

Vivian did not want to keep the things that Gordan refused to keep. After all, it would remind her how much Gordan, the man she fell in love with, despised her.

After Vivian placed the last shirt into the suitcase, she smiled and said to Luca, "Luca, I'm officially starting a new life. Wish me luck."

"I wish you live a life without worries one that's filled with happiness," replied Luca. What Vivian needed the most was happiness now.

A sentence came across Luca's mind. When all the wrong people left one's life, the right things would start to happen and a better life would be waiting for one.

Vivian was about to start her new chapter of life.

"Thank you." Vivian gave Luca a hug.

Luca had helped her a lot the entire time. Vivian was truly grateful for everything she had done for her.

"Okay. Don't get all mushy on me. You're just going back to your apartment. You're not leaving A City." Luca patted Vivian's shoulder and looked at the packed suitcase. Then, she said, "Spend another night here. You can go back tomorrow. I'll let Warren send you back when he sends me to work tomorrow."

"That's not a good idea. It's going to trouble you." Vivian shook her head.

"Tommy doesn't want you to leave. He might be upset all night if you leave tonight." Luca recalled how anxious Tommy looked just now. He was not putting on a show.

He probably thought Vivian was upset, which was why she was in a hurry to leave. That was why Tommy was like a cat on hot bricks.

Tommy was attentive, and he was sensitive to the adults' emotions. However, he was still young, and he would not know what to do in some situations. That was why he eagerly asked for help when Luca came back.

"I see..." Vivian was slightly wavering. She thought of Tommy's cute little face, and she was reluctant to upset him.

"I have no idea how Tommy found out that you met that person today. He's worried that you got bullied. He thought you were in a bad mood, and that's why you want to move out. The kid is still young, so he didn't know what to do either. There was nothing he could do but feel anxious as he waited downstairs.

Maybe you should stay another night and talk to him. Tell him that you're fine. Then, let me give you a lift back to your apartment tomorrow morning. The semester hasn't started yet. There's no need to hurry, right?" Luca convinced her.

"Okay." Vivian did not want to see Tommy upset either. She was touched to know from Luca that the child cared so much about her.

Luca smiled as she had successfully convinced Vivian. Then, she said, "Come on, let's go down. Dinner will be ready soon."

"Oh my, it's late. I was planning to help Aunt Neile in the kitchen after packing!" Vivian exclaimed. She glanced at the time. It was already seven o'clock in the evening.

“Aunt Neile has probably finished preparing dinner," replied Luca as they made their way down the stairs.

"I didn't notice it was already that late. Is Mr. Crawford coming home for dinner tonight?" Vivian asked. She thought she should thank Luke too.

If it were not for him who let her stay here, she would have suffered from depression from staying alone in the apartment.

Although Vivian’s mood had not improved much these days, she had a few kids to keep her company. It made her feel much better.

Vivian loved children, especially obedient children like Luke’s kids.

"No. Mr. Crawford is busy with work these days," said Luca. She received a text from Luke telling her that he had to work overtime today.

"I see." Vivian nodded.

The two of them headed downstairs. Tommy came up to them. He stared at Luca and Vivian with his black, round eyes. "Ms. Vivian, are you still moving out?"

"Yes. I’m moving out tomorrow. The semester is about to start." Vivian squatted down to Tommy’s eye level and looked him in the eye. She smiled and said, "I’m getting ready for school. Tommy, isn’t your school reopening soon as well?"

"But I don’t want you to leave. Can’t you continue to stay here?" Tommy tugged on Vivian’s sleeves, telling her how reluctant he was to see her leave.

Vivian exchanged glances with Luca. She did not know if she should cry or laugh. The child really did not want her to leave.

"I have to go to school every day. That's why I have to move out and return to my apartment. Besides, we can see each other during the holidays," said Vivian. Vivian remembered the first time she saw Tommy. He was still a baby in Luca's arms.

Although the child was still young back then, he had already revealed his talents in languages. He was nice as pie.

"Ms. Vivian, when will you be having your holidays?" Tommy asked again. His little brows were furrowed as he was worried Vivian would get depressed.

"The same time you have your school holidays." Vivian lifted her hand and smoothened out Tommy's furrowed brows. "Hey, I'll still be in A City. It's not like we're not going to see each other again."

Twins In Her Womb: Sir President Please Be Gentle Chapter 2537-"Okay..." Tommy did not continue to pester her when he noticed that Vivian seemed to be fine.

Vivian liked Tommy so much. She pinched his chubby little face.

Tommy waved his hand and said, "Ms. Vivian, if anyone bullies you, you must tell me. I'll beat them up for you!"

"Okay. If someone bullies me, you'll beat them up for me, okay?" Vivian held Tommy's hand.

Tommy nodded vigorously.

"Okay. I'm going to the kitchen to check on Aunt Neile and see if dinner's ready." Luca saw how close Tommy and Vivian were. She smiled and headed to the kitchen.

Aunt Neile was about to serve the soup on the dining table. She asked Luca when she saw her coming in. "Ms. Craw, is Mr. Crawford working overtime again today?"

Aunt Neile made a guess when she saw that Luke had yet to come back.

"Yes. I forgot to inform you just now," Luca replied embarrassedly. She was supposed to tell Aunt Neile about it, but she hurried upstairs to look for Vivian when she came back and forgot about it.

"It's alright. I'll save some soup for Mr. Crawford, then," Aunt Neile replied with a smile.

"Leave it to me. Please serve the soup first," said Luca. She thought there must be some soup left in the pot.

Luca picked up the ladle and carefully filled the thermos bottle with the soup left in the pot. Then, she put it aside.

Filling the thermos bottle with the soup could make sure that Luke would be able to have some warm soup when he came back.

After Aunt Neile placed the soup bowl on the dining table, she returned to the kitchen and served the other dishes on the dining table with Luca.

After dinner, it was time for the kids to watch their cartoon show.

Luca and Vivian accompanied the kids to watch the show. When the advertisements were playing, Luca clicked on the push notifications to see the news preview.

Luca frowned when she saw the news pinned on top. She rose to her feet and headed upstairs.

Rainie watched Luca from behind and asked, "What's wrong with Ms. Luca?"

"She probably has something to deal with," said Vivian. She stared at Luca from behind with an envious gaze.

Although it seemed inappropriate for Luca to stay by Luke's side, Luca had never used this to get anything she wanted. Luca put in effort for everything she did. It made her who she was today, and all the achievements she earned were hers.

Vivian was envious of that.

She wondered when she could become someone like Luca. Luca was successful and stunning.

“That's true. Ms. Luca has always been busy," said Rainie.

Rainie could feel that after their mother returned, she became busier than she was back then. She seemed to always have something on her mind too.

However, there was nothing the kids could do to help her.

Luca came upstairs and called Nina.

The phone rang a few times, and only then did Nina answer the call. "Luca, why are you calling at this hour? What's the matter?"

Luca could hear that Nina was out as it was a little noisy. It did not sound like she was at home. Luca was worried that she might have disturbed Nina, so she made it short. "I saw the news. Are you both okay?" Luca went straight to the point, but she asked tactfully too.

Luca had just seen the press conference held by Old Master Mallory.

He was forcing Percy to choose between the Mallory Corporation and Nina.

"You saw it too..." Nina sounded helpless. She turned around and glanced at the meeting room. She was at Mallory Corporation now.

Percy was attending a meeting. He was worried about leaving Nina alone at home. That was why he asked the chauffeur to pick her up and bring her to the office.

Nina had been waiting until now since Percy was still in the meeting.

"What does Mr. Mallory plan to do next?" Luca asked. Although there was nothing Luca could do to help them, she cared about Nina.

It was not easy for Nina to live a happy life again. She could not let it be destroyed easily.

"Don't worry. We're fine. Percy isn't planning to give up on me. He's having a meeting now. I'm at Mallory Corporation too. Everything's fine." Nina knew what Luca was worried about.

Nina did not realize she would be reminded of Bianca whenever Luca showed her concern.

Compared to Bianca, who had lost her memory, Nina thought the person in front of her was similar to the Bianca she used to know.

"Okay. I'm glad to hear that." Luca let out a sigh of relief. Although she knew Percy was not that kind of person, she had to find out the details.

Luca did not want to see Nina getting hurt again.

"Luca, don't worry. He'll never let go of my hands no matter what awaits us in the future. Besides, we've already gone through the marriage registration formalities in the country. Our names are listed in the country's marriage records now. Percy said that after the shareholder's meeting, we'll hold a wedding," said Nina. Percy had promised Nina that he would give her a grand wedding.

Old Master Mallory held the press conference to give Percy an ultimatum.

However, Percy told her that he wanted both the company and her. Since it had been announced to the public, he would do it thoroughly. Once he was done dealing with all the problems, he would hold a grand wedding for Nina.

Luca could sense how happy Nina was just by listening to her voice. She let out a sigh of relief and said, "That's great. I'll be waiting for you to invite me to your wedding."

“Yeah. I hope everything goes smoothly." Nina turned around and shot a glance at the man in the meeting room. Even though Nina was standing outside the window, her gaze caught the attention of the man in front of her.

The moment she looked at Percy, Percy looked up and fixed his gaze on her too. It was as though their hearts were linked together.

Nina's face reddened as she quickly withdrew her gaze.

"Mr. Mallory is capable and smart. I'm sure he can deal with it. Trust him," said Luca. Percy was just as capable as Luke was. He was not someone who could be underestimated.

Perhaps the Mallory family was shooting themselves in the foot by doing such a thing.

Percy might seize the chance to get rid of the people in Mallory Corporation who did not side with him.

Of course, this was just Luca's speculation.

It had been more than three years. Luca no longer had anything to do with the business world of A City.

Nina was about to say something, but noises were coming from the meeting room. She looked up and glanced at the meeting room. Some of them had already stood up. It seemed like the meeting had ended. She immediately said, "Luca, I got to go. His meeting has ended."

"Okay, Nina. Take care," replied Luca. She recalled those days when she and Nina gave each other support. Luca truly hoped that Nina could live happily.

"I will." Nina smiled sweetly. She waited until all the employees left. Only then did she walk into the meeting room. She said, "Mr. Mallory, is that all for today?"

"You're making fun of me again." Percy gave her a gentle smile. "Who were you talking to on the phone just now?"

"It's Luca. She saw the news of Old Master Mallory holding the press conference. That's why she called to ask me if I'm fine." Nina sat down on the seat beside Percy. She maintained a distance from Percy as they were at the office. It was to prevent Percy from hugging her as well.

They had to watch their behavior in public.

"Huh?" Percy raised his brows. "What did she ask?"

"She asked whether I'm your choice or not, and I told her I was." Nina's smile was so beautiful like a ray of glowing sunshine. She was so deeply in love with the man in front of her.

Twins In Her Womb: Sir President Please Be Gentle Chapter 2538-If they were really forced to separate from each other, she would go against her will for Percy's sake no matter how reluctant she was.

Percy was born into a wealthy family. Nina thought Percy should not give up his future for her.

That was why Nina had made up her mind after Old Master Mallory held the press conference.

If Percy eventually had to face so many enemies alone, Nina would take the initiative to leave him and return him to the Mallory family.

Nina loved him, and she knew she was unwilling to see Percy suffer for the choice he made.

“You take up every corner of my life," said Percy with affection in his eyes.

They had already registered their marriage. Percy only had to wait until he had finished dealing with Mallory Corporation's matter, then he would be able to fulfill his promise and hold a grand wedding for Nina.

When the time came, Percy would announce to the world that the woman he chose to become his wife was Nina.

He was the one who got to decide who his wife was, not his family.

Nina gave him a faint smile and asked, "How did the meeting go?"

"Nothing can change my decision. Don't worry about this. There are still people who are supporting us," said Percy.

"Do you mean Mr. Crawford? And Mr. Holston?" Nina asked. They were the closest to Percy. When it came to the people standing on his side, both of them came to her mind first.

"Yes." Percy nodded. "There are others too. Anyway, those who are supporting us are more than you can imagine."

In all his years of roaming the business world, most people valued the interests they could gain. Percy could give them immeasurable benefits and interests, so those people would naturally take his side.

Moreover, they also knew what was best for them.

If Percy were incapable, the Mallory family would not have left Mallory Corporation for him to manage. They knew it well.

Besides, Percy had another string to his bow. On the day of the shareholder's meeting, he would announce the information he had prepared to the public. At that time, even those who sided with Old Master Mallory would probably not support Pierre any longer.

Nina looked at how calm Percy was and recalled there were no changes in his expression when the news was published.

Nina thought maybe she should have more confidence in Percy. He could handle it well.

Furthermore, Percy had been preparing since he was arranged to marry someone else. There might be a chance that he could win this time.

However, Nina still felt uneasy at the thought of the consequence behind his success—his family turning their backs on him.

"Let's head to my office. We can leave after I keep my things," said Percy.

Nina came back to her senses and glanced at the time. "Are you getting off work so early today?"

"Yes. I've finished handling my work. I'd like to keep my wife company for the rest of the day." Percy picked up the documents, held Nina's hand, and walked upstairs.

They left Mallory Corporation after Percy packed his stuff.

Percy drove the car while Nina sat in the passenger seat.

"Oh, your mother..." Nina remembered what had happened to Madam Mallory.

"She's stable and was discharged from the hospital. She's at home now," answered Percy. Johann and his butler had informed him about Madam Mallory's situation.

The only difference was Johann told Percy not to worry about it. Many people had the same condition. There would not be a problem if Madam Mallory paid attention to her blood pressure and took care of her health.

On the contrary, the butler asked Percy to return to Mallory Manor to sort things out with Old Master Mallory and Madam Mallory.

It was the best time to clear the air between him and Madam Mallory.

However, Percy was reluctant to do so.

What they did to Nina was out of line. Now, they were still against the thought of them being together. Even so, Percy was confident that he could get what he wanted even with Nina by his side.

"I bought some supplements that are good for patients with high blood pressure when I went to the pharmacy yesterday. Why don't you send the supplements to her tomorrow?" Nina asked gently. She refused to see the relationship between Percy and Madam Mallory worsen.

They were the ones who caused Madam Mallory's blood pressure to fluctuate.

However, Percy had not gone back home to visit his mother. He did not even call to ask if she was okay.

If others knew about it, they would have something on him.

Perhaps Percy would be called a son who failed to show respect and honor his mother.

"If I go back now, they'll just be angry at me. Let's wait until this matter has been solved," said Percy. He had no intention of going back to Mallory Manor.

His family would take that as Percy giving in to them.

Now, Percy and the Mallory family were standing against each other. They were also in a hostile relationship. novelbin

Once a party gave in, the other side would only attack more fiercely. The stakes were high, so they would do anything they could.

Even though Percy knew Madam Mallory had been discharged from the hospital and returned home, he did not intend to go home and visit her.

Nina fell silent. What Percy said made sense too.

However, would he be able to go home peacefully after this ended?

No matter which side won, Percy would only be reprimanded by them when he went home.

Percy was in the same situation as Nina now. They could no longer think about the familial love they had back then. The only way to make them stronger was to become cold and heartless.

Hence, the couple shared many things in common.

The two of them were in the same boat.

"That's true..." Nina had no choice but to agree with Percy's thoughts.

On the other hand.

Mallory Manor.

"Madam, it's time to take your medicine." The maid carried the tray and walked toward Madam Mallory's bedside. After she placed the glass of warm water and pills on the bedside table, she picked up the pills and handed them to her.

Madam Mallory frowned. She had to take medicine twice every day, and she had been taking them for two days. Her lips were dry and her mouth was parched. It was torturing.

"Madam, please take the medicine. You can only recover quickly after eating them." The maid noticed that Madam Mallory was reluctant to take the medicine. She had no choice but to persuade her.

"What's the point of taking these?" Madam Mallory picked up the pills. After she put them in her mouth, she took the glass of water the maid handed to her and swallowed the pills with the water.

The maid let out a sigh of relief when she saw Madam Mallory take the medicine.

"Madam, you must take care of your health," advised the maid. The doctor gave Madam Mallory some medicine. The number of pills she had to take would slowly decrease over time as it was to reduce and control her blood pressure.

"You don't have to tell me that. I know what's wrong with my health. Any news from Percy today?" Madam Mallory asked. Percy had not shown up in front of her since she passed out and was sent to the hospital.

It was the caretaker Percy hired who had been taking care of her.

Percy did not even appear even after Madam Mallory got discharged from the hospital. It was outrageous.

The maid put on an awkward expression and shook her head.

"Not even a call, huh?" Madam Mallory asked with a cold expression.

"Madam, Master Percy is probably busy with work. That's why." The maid hesitated. It was unusual to anyone who knew about this.

Percy was not abroad. He was in A City the entire time, but he never came to visit Madam Mallory.

It seemed like the mother-and-son relationship was going downhill.

Twins In Her Womb: Sir President Please Be Gentle Chapter 2539-“If it weren't for that b*tch who seduced him, would he be so busy? Old Master Mallory has made a move to deal with him, but he still refuses to give in. Well, I can see that he doesn't care about the Mallory family, and he doesn't care about me either!" Madam Mallory clenched the blanket. Anger rose in her as Nina's face came across her mind.

Such an ordinary woman could make Percy fall so deeply in love with her.

Madam Mallory wondered where Nina learned those seduction techniques from. She could make Percy fall head over heels for her. Not only was Percy in love with her, but it seemed like Pierre was crazy over her too.

She was just a woman!

Those women Madam Mallory had arranged for the brothers were much better in terms of looks, figures, family background, and education. Nina was nothing compared to them!

If Percy still cared about his family, he would have visited her when she got discharged from the hospital.

He did not come to visit her, and he did not even call her!

Previously, Percy would not have done such rebellious things when Old Master Mallory was strict with him.

Old Master Mallory was the one who taught Percy to become a decent person. Then, he taught him how to do things well. Hence, Percy had always shown respect to his elders. The brothers were close to each other too, and they managed Mallory Corporation well.

However, things were different now...

Madam Mallory closed her eyes and let out a long sigh. "It's that woman who changed him into another person."

Pierre, who stood outside the door, heard what his mother said. A hint of gloominess lurked in his eyes.

Even though it seemed like Madam Mallory favored him over Percy, she put most of her hopes on Percy.

Was he not better than Percy?

Percy pushed the door that was left ajar and said, "Mom, have you taken your medicine?"

Madam Mallory opened her eyes and realized it was Pierre. She heaved a sigh and said, "It doesn't matter whether I've taken the medicine or not. I have to live with this sick body in the future. I can't do anything. Life will be boring."

Pierre frowned when he heard those depressing words. "Mom, what are you talking about? You can manage your condition by taking the medicine. It's not as serious as you think. Besides, Grandpa has been having high blood pressure for almost 30 years, right? He's still healthy and strong."

Madam Mallory did not say anything. Her sickness, Percy's rebellion, and the Mallory family tearing apart made her feel depressed.

Pierre asked the maid, “Has she taken her medicine?"

“Master Pierre, Madam has already taken her medicine," the maid immediately said.

"You may leave," said Pierre.

The maid responded and bowed to them. Then, she closed the door behind her when she left.

"Mom, the shareholder’s meeting is just around the corner. As a shareholder, you have to get well soon and attend the meeting," said Percy. Percy needed Madam Mallory’s support during the meeting.

"I’m not attending the meeting," replied Madam Mallory. She knew her health.

If she saw Percy standing against the Mallory family before she fully recovered, she might pass out from being angry.

It would be better for her to stay home. After all, there was no way Percy could win Old Master Mallory.

Old Master Mallory had been sorting things out as he was mad at how things were turning out. Many shareholders had already shown their support for him, which meant they would be supporting Pierre too.

As a mother, although she favored Percy more, she refused to see the two brothers turn their backs on each other because of a woman.

"Mom?" Pierre had a bad feeling about this. He recalled how she had been asking for Percy these days, and he said anxiously, "Are you no longer supporting me? Have you changed your mind?"

"Mr. Bennet has already asked me to sign the agreement. My decision lies in your Grandpa's hands. He'll decide on behalf of me," said Madam Mallory. Old Master Mallory had asked Mr. Bennet to prepare the agreement early in the morning.

Pierre let out a sigh of relief. It was fortunate that things were how they were supposed to be. Madam Mallory did not intend to support Percy.

“Take a good rest, then. Mom, don’t worry. I’ll make Percy regret his decision and let him know that the choices you make for him are the best." Pierre held her hand tight.

Pierre knew what Madam Mallory had in mind. She did not want to see the brothers become enemies.

That was why Pierre chose his words carefully.

Madam Mallory heaved a sigh when she listened to him. She sat up on the bed and held Pierre’s hand. "The two of you are brothers. Don’t make a scene."

It was just a reminder from Madam Mallory, but Pierre could sense the implication in her words. He frowned and asked, "Mom, are you asking me not to fight with him? Do you accept Percy and Nina’s relationship?"

"How is that possible?! I’ll never acknowledge that woman as the daughter-in-law of the Mallory family even if I die. Not a chance!" Madam Mallory went hysterical when he mentioned Nina’s name. There was hatred in her voice.

Pierre was satisfied with his mother's reaction and said, "That's why I want Percy to have a taste of losing everything. That's the only way to make him realize how absurd and how wrong it is for him to make such a choice. He'll come back home when he's unable to survive out there. Besides, isn't that woman after Percy's money? I have to make Percy go broke. Only then will the woman leave him alone. Percy will be able to figure things out then."

What Pierre said was reasonable.

Everyone in the Mallory family thought Nina refused to let Percy go for the sake of money.

Once Percy went broke, Nina would not hold on to him any longer.

"You're right. We must let Percy know that woman's true colors. Their relationship won't last without money!" Madam Mallory turned to look at Pierre. "Pierre, you must fight for the management right of Mallory Corporation during the shareholder's meeting. Let Percy leave the Mallory Corporation for a while. Only then can we move on from all of this."

Old Master Mallory planned to make Percy leave Mallory Corporation. Then, he would make use of his power and influence in A City and even the whole country so that Percy would not be able to get a job.

The couple would not last long if Percy had no money and no job.

Nina would leave him too.

Pierre noticed that there was a trace of resentment in her eyes when she said that.

Even though Percy disobeyed them and refused to accept their arrangements, they were waiting for Percy to come back to them and let him run Mallory Corporation again.

Pierre would never let this happen.

After Mallory Corporation fell into his hands, no one could take it away from him, not even Percy!

There was not only one successor in the Mallory family. Why did everyone have high expectations of Percy? Pierre wanted them to know that he could take up the position too!

Moreover, not only was Pierre going to get Mallory Corporation, but he was also going to make Nina his woman.

When Percy lost everything, Nina would still come to him for the sake of money.

"Pierre, promise me." Madam Mallory held Pierre's hand.

Twins In Her Womb: Sir President Please Be Gentle Chapter 2540-Pierre quickly concealed his feelings, nodded, and replied, "Mom, don't worry. I'll do as I'm told."

Madam Mallory was still worried about it at the thought of Pierre pursuing Nina back then. She thought it would be inappropriate to mention it directly, so she had no choice but to say, “Pierre, go over to the Chamberlain family’s place to have a meal with their daughter,” said Madam Mallory. She immediately picked up her phone, thinking of contacting the Chamberlains.

Before the New Year, Madam Mallory intended to arrange a marriage for Pierre. It was to pave the way for Pierre’s future.

"Mom, I'm busy with the shareholder’s meeting." Pierre knew what Madam Mallory had in mind. Although the Chamberlain family did not have many assets in A City, they were one of the top asset holders in M City.

Besides, Pierre had heard the news that the Chamberlain family was planning to move their assets to A City. After they moved all their assets here, their social status in A City would grow higher.

Hence, a marriage of convenience with the Chamberlain family was indeed beneficial to him.

However, Pierre did not want to gain more support with his marriage. Percy did not have a woman behind him to support him, so he would not either.

"It’s just a meal. How long is it going to take? The daughter of the Chamberlain family is prettier than your ex-fiancée. The two of you only have to have dinner together. It’ll be great if it works out, but if things don’t work out between the two of you, you have nothing to lose either.” Madam Mallory tried to convince him.

If it were not for Pierre’s ex-fiancée who misunderstood Pierre and asked her family to break off their engagement, she would not have to worry about Pierre’s marriage now.

Madam Mallory could not help but be on alert at the thought of Pierre trying to pursue Nina. novelbin

If Percy separated from Nina in the future, would Pierre...

Madam Mallory could not let this happen. That was why she wanted to settle the matter of Pierre’s marriage before Percy fell from grace.

"Mom." Pierre knew who the daughter of the Chamberlain family was, but he was not interested in her.

He was not interested in his ex-fiancée either. Still, it was Madam Mallory’s arrangement, and he had to obey.

"Okay. That’s it. Meet her once. Don’t let me worry about you. I’ve informed Mrs. Chamberlain." Madam Mallory persuaded Pierre. "Your brother has let me down. Pierre, be good and listen to me. It’s better to listen to the elders when it comes to marriage. I don’t care how playful you usually are, but you have to

listen to me when it's about choosing your wife."

“Fine. Make it tomorrow at noon. She can decide which restaurant to go to. Just inform me when she has reserved the restaurant." Pierre had no choice but to compromise.

He could not disobey Madam Mallory now.

After all, Pierre could sense that she was still wavering a little between him and Percy. If Pierre refused to listen to her, she might side with Percy.

“I know all you think about is your career, but please be kind to her when you meet her tomorrow, okay?" Madam Mallory reminded him.

“Mom, I won't try to please anyone," Pierre replied with a gloomy face. It had always been women who tried to please him. He had never buttered anyone up.

The only exception was that stupid woman, Nina.

Madam Mallory was worried that Pierre would mess things up. She let out a tsk and said, "I didn't ask you to please her. Just be more gentlemanly, okay? I'll send Belle's information to you later. Take a good look at it and leave a good impression on her. Even if things don't work out between you two or the two of you aren't interested in each other, we'll still have the chance to cooperate with the Chamberlain family in the future."

Madam Mallory had looked into the assets owned by the Chamberlain family in other cities. They could work together with Mallory Corporation.

In the future, the Chamberlain family could be a partner of the Mallory family.

"Got it," replied Pierre. Even though he did not like the idea of a marriage of convenience, he was not against the arrangements Madam Mallory had made for him.

Pierre did not want the others to think that it was the Chamberlain's family that helped him get Mallory Corporation!

Pierre left after that.

Madam Mallory discussed with Mrs. Chamberlain the time. After she received Belle's answer, she sent Pierre the time and venue that Belle had decided.

Then, Madam Mallory sent another file to Pierre. The file had all the information about Belle's family background and her favorite things. The information was provided by the private detective Madam Mallory hired.

After Madam Mallory saw that the message was successfully sent to Pierre, she opened Belle's information.

The more she read it, the more satisfied she was.

After Percy and Madison broke off their engagement, Madam Mallory initially planned to make him marry Belle Chamberlain. However, she did not expect Percy to be so rebellious by insisting on being together with Nina.

Madam Mallory felt a pain in her chest at the thought of this. She found it difficult to breathe as she gasped for air.

Belle Chamberlain was a million times better than Nina.

The more Madam Mallory thought about it, the more her heart hurt. She put her phone aside and stopped looking at it.

Belle Chamberlain was an outstanding woman. It upset Madam Mallory at the thought of Percy choosing Nina over Belle.

On the other hand...

Percy saw the message Madam Mallory sent to him. He raised his brows. The venue Belle had decided was near the suburbs.

Why did she choose to go there?

[Mom, are you sure you got it right? The address you gave me is near the suburbs.] Pierre sent Madam Mallory a message.

[It's correct. Mrs. Chamberlain said that Belle has been looking for a building for their company's branch. She happens to be in that area tomorrow. That's why she set the venue there. You're driving

anyway. It's convenient. Just head there.] Madam Mallory knew Pierre was impatient, so she convinced him.

[It's too far away.] Pierre replied. He was trying to beat the clock and finish reading all the documents of Mallory Corporation now.

Previously, Pierre was the one who managed Mallory Corporation. Pierre did not even think of fighting for it back then. That was why he missed out on a lot of documents.

The documents that he was supposed to read were eventually handed to his assistant. He had no idea about Mallory Corporation's decisions and their annual development plans.

Now, although Pierre had Old Master Mallory's support, he could not show that he knew nothing about the company. Otherwise, he would be flabbergasted if the shareholders asked him about the company's matters during Mallory Corporation's shareholder's meeting.

However, there were so many documents Pierre had to read. He was running out of time. Still, he had to follow his mother's arrangement to have a meal with Belle Chamberlain, not to mention that he had to travel some distance to meet her. Pierre could not help feeling resentful.

[It's not going to take a long time for you to drive there. If you think it's troublesome, ask the chauffeur to send you there tomorrow. Dress well. Remember to put on formal attire. Belle likes elite-looking men," reminded Madam Mallory.

Elite?

Pierre raised his brows. That was not his style. Wearing a suit with a tie all day was something only Percy and Luke would insist on doing.

Putting on a suit was Pierre's highest show of respect.

He replied impatiently: [Okay.]

Madam Mallory was still worried about it. After a while, she walked into Pierre's study.

“Mom, why aren't you resting on the bed? Why did you come here?" Pierre rose to his feet and helped Madam Mallory up.

Madam Mallory frowned and gently pushed him away. "I'm not that weak. You don't have to help me up. Let's go."

"Where are we going?" Pierre asked with confusion.

"I'm worried. It's an important lunch date tomorrow. Let me pick your suit and tie for you," said Madam Mallory. Belle had mentioned in one of the interviews that she admired such men the most.