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Chapter 349 Intimacy in the Elevator
When the elevator dinged on her floor, I was confused. I looked up just as the elevator doors opened.Flustered by what I saw when the doors opened, my face turned red. I felt embarrassed and didn’t know where to look.Perhaps sensing something, the two people inside the elevator quickly separated and turned to face me.I hastily waved and said, "I didn't see anything! You can continue!"The two individuals in the elevator were Ivanna and another man. The man was tall and well-built, and I didn't dare to look too closely."Chlo!" Ivanna called out, her face flushed. She quickly stepped out of the elevator and grabbed my arm. I could smell a faint scent of alcohol on her. It appeared that they had been drinking."I-I haven't seen you for a while, and I just returned from Solaris," I stammered. When I noticed the man exiting the elevator, I hurriedly fled inside. "I'll talk to you tomorrow!""Chlo!" Ivanna’s face was still red. "Are you sure you're okay?""Yeah, let’s talk on
Chapter 350 Impending Doom
I was startled by my thoughts. When did I become so trusting of him?I shook myself out of my thoughts and continued scrolling through my phone. The comments and opinions were still pouring in. People were expressing a wide range of views.A closer inspection revealed three main discussion groups. Most supported giving power to Celine. Atlas's condition was critical, so leaving a large corporation without a leader was unwise. Even if Atlas was incapacitated, the company needed management and decisions made. Another group was focused on protecting Atlas's interests. They strongly opposed Celine's ATL Empire consolidation. They said she was overstepping and questioned why she took control while Atlas was incapacitated. It seemed like an opportunistic power grab.Then, there was a neutral group advocating for balance. These individuals acknowledged the need for leadership but were cautious about letting any one person have too much control.These discussions were growing and showing
Chapter 351 Disbelief
I was completely stunned by what I witnessed, and my limbs felt unresponsive. I couldn’t tell if I was dreaming.The small plaza beneath ATL Empire was lined with a grand procession of cars. Several well-dressed bodyguards emerged from these vehicles, creating an almost otherworldly barrier against the journalists.At first, I wondered if I had overlooked some important celebrity, but what I saw next was beyond belief.A tall figure emerged from one of the Maybachs. His mere presence earned screams from a crowd of girls, and it was difficult not to be captivated by him.I watched in wide-eyed amazement as the reporters lost their composure. Could it be... Atlas?The Atlas I had lost countless nights of sleep over?His stern countenance, sharply defined features, and regal demeanor all made him appear as if he were a king returning to his realm. His impeccable black suit accentuated his air of solemnity.He seemed invincible.With measured steps, Atlas exited the car, calmly fas
Chapter 352 A Sudden Turn of Events
I gazed doubtfully at him. Could he have deceived me, too?It seemed that within Atlas's intricate web, I was the only one kept in the dark. I felt like a pawn expertly manipulated in this game, and I remained oblivious to the truth.My intense scrutiny may have surprised Grayson, and his mouth twitched. "Chlo."I smiled wryly. "Is there anything else I should know? The fact that he played me is, in fact, the best news I've heard yet.""Chlo, do you suspect me of betraying you, too?" Grayson asked.I fell silent. Even Atlas, Nick, and Dylan had all deceived me. Who could I trust now?Did Atlas not realize how devastating this would be for me? I had spent countless sleepless nights worrying if he was alive. It all turned out to be a lie.I looked at Grayson. "Tell me, are there any further updates?""Apart from Nocturnia, all the ATL Empire accounts in other countries have been frozen."I instantly understood."It seems this time, it's quite the grand move," I murmured. Even
Chapter 353 From the Top Floor
At that moment, Celine decided on a second-best option and relinquished all operational rights to ATL Empire. She imposed one condition—Atlas had to marry Stella on a date of her choosing. After the wedding, they could merge the Pierce Corporation with the ATL Empire, and she would retire.She didn’t expect Atlas to refuse in front of all the shareholders. He wouldn't accept Celine's proposal, he wouldn't marry Stella, and he wouldn't integrate the Pierce Corporation. Instead, he permanently handed over the Pierce Corporation to Celine, firmly closing the door to any further involvement between the two companies.This left Celine in shock. She never anticipated that Atlas would be so unwavering.In other words, the ATL Empire completely severed ties with the Pierce Corporation and emerged as an independent entity. I understood why Atlas chose to establish the headquarters of ATL Empire in Jitador rather than Nocturnia.Celine had no further connection to ATL Empire. She was no
Chapter 354 Information From the Dead
I sighed heavily as we left ATL Empire. Carol sensed my mood and offered to drive. I handed her the car keys without a second thought and got into the car. As I looked at the building through the car window, I smiled bitterly. Its existence felt almost like a mirage to me, something that might vanish at any moment. It was possible that I was just a silly presence from the start, or maybe even just a shield.Back at the office, I was in low spirits. Carol kept the staff away from me and left me alone in my office. I sat in my chair and stared out the window, trying to piece together the entire process of knowing Atlas. Despite remembering every detail, I couldn't make sense of our relationship.I lost track of time. Eventually, Carol knocked on the door, holding an invitation card. She asked softly, "Ms. Chloe, ATL Empire is hosting an appreciation party for old clients tonight at Starlight International. Are you...going?"Since we were also clients of ATL Empire, I had no reason
Chapter 355 Whose Fault Is It?
As our conversation continued, we lost track of time. Carol eventually came to remind me, "Ms. Chloe, it's almost time to leave. Are you still planning to attend the reception?"After a brief moment of contemplation, I decided that we should get ready to go together. Carol glanced at Grayson, her face slightly flushed. I didn't dwell on the subtleties of their interaction and promptly told Grayson, "I'll head home first."I went downstairs and quickly left the office before rush hour began. On the way home, I mulled over the various possibilities related to the accident. Either it was Celine's doing, trying to stop him from going abroad, or Atlas had orchestrated it to trap Celine. The third possibility was that there was another force, like the three factions mentioned online, before the shareholders' meeting.I cursed my involvement in such a complex situation and wished for a simpler life.Then again, how could he not fight back if someone keeps pushing him to his limits? Just
Chapter 356 The Host’s Date
When we arrived at Starlight International, the parking lots were packed and it took a while for us to find a spot.We eventually made our way into the venue, which was teeming with people. The guests at the event were ATL Empire's clients from various industries, as the company had diverse business interests.I felt a little underdressed compared to the elegantly attired ladies in the room. Most of the women looked angelic and exuded gracefulness.Ryan seemed to sense my discomfort. Our arms were linked, and he patted my hand. "This style suits you the best. Otherwise, you'd stand out too much!"I smiled and said, "You're just trying to humor me."Ryan looked at me warmly. "I'm not just humoring you. Let's take a quick tour, and if you're not comfortable, we can leave. The crowd is quite diverse today, so we don’t need to stay too long.”I surveyed the bustling hall, and he was right. it was more like a Christmas party and didn't seem entirely suitable for us.Today appeared to