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"Goddamnit!" David trembled with rage, his anger boiling over. "It's all because of your ex-boyfriend!"Jasmine looked puzzled, her confusion evident. Why did he bring up Eric?David lit a cigarette and grumbled, "I can't believe it! Those two bastards managed to secure two big projects shortly after establishing their company! The projects are worth tens of millions!"Jasmine was shocked. She had heard from David about Eric starting his own company, but to land two projects worth tens of millions so quickly? And now Eric had become a prominent figure in the industry?Jasmine's emotions fluctuated rapidly. She had approached David for financial reasons, but now it seemed that Eric had become wealthier than David. Regret filled Jasmine's heart. She had betrayed Eric because of his financial status, yet he turned out to be more obedient than David.Unaware of Jasmine's inner turmoil, David erupted in anger. "I don't understand! How did a newly established company manage to secure su
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Eric brushed off the familiar figure lingering in his mind, hoping he had mistaken it. He turned around and smiled, questioning, "I thought I saw someone I knew, but perhaps I was mistaken?"Irvin raised an eyebrow. "Oh? I didn't expect you to have an acquaintance working in our Sonnex Corp., Eric. Do tell me who it is, so I can handle the situation."Eric offered a wry smile, feeling uncomfortable with Irvin's enthusiasm. He chose not to reveal the identity of the acquaintance. After all, if Craig was truly having an affair, Eric did not need to intervene.Once inside the building, Irvin instructed the receptionist to remember Eric's face. He wanted Eric to have unrestricted access to Sonnex Corp. without any registration or notification. Eric's face alone served as his access pass.Upon reaching his office, Irvin summoned his secretary to bring them tea.As Eric took a sip, he said, "Big Bro, you nearly gave me a heart attack yesterday."Irvin burst into laughter. "Your toleran
Chapter 58
Eric entered the parking lot, about to get into his car, when Craig and the woman approached him."Eric," Craig called out, his curiosity evident.Craig viewed Eric as a low-level worker, struggling financially each month. He couldn't understand why Eric was at Sonnex Corp. After all, everyone working there was considered elite.Eric glanced at the woman standing with Craig. She was dressed stylishly and seemed well-off. He had seen them holding hands earlier, and now their presence confirmed it.Regaining his composure, Eric explained, "Mr. Sonnex asked me to retrieve the contract for some modifications."Eric's statement was truthful, but Craig couldn't help but laugh."Eric, what did you just say?" Craig chuckled. "I hope I didn't mishear. You claim that CEO Sonnex personally gave you the contract? Do you even know who the CEO of Sonnex Corp. is? Do you think it's so easy to meet him?"Craig's words were laced with mockery. He wondered why Eric would lie about such a matter.
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Craig didn't consider Eric a threat. Even if Eric found out about his affair, what could he possibly do?On his way back to the company, Eric felt unease in his heart. He had been skeptical when Elly first mentioned the possibility of Craig having an affair. However, now he had seen it with his own eyes. Though he didn't catch them in the act, the interaction between Craig and the other woman was unmistakable, resembling that of a couple.When Eric arrived at Innova Tech, the recruitment process had already concluded. Over 30 candidates had shown up for the interview, but only 10 were hired. As their team grew, Andy realized that the office they rented was becoming too small for their needs. The rapid growth of Innova Tech had taken him by surprise.After work, Eric went to Elly's house after messaging Sylvia. He knew Craig wouldn't be home early. In fact, he had been absent for a few days. Little did Craig know that Mr. and Mrs. Johnson had already moved into his house.Eric found
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Eric was taken aback by Irvin's swift actions. When he arrived at Irvin's office, he noticed two files on the desk.Irvin picked them up and approached Eric. "I issued the order yesterday. These are the investigation results. Your brother-in-law, Craig, is a mid-level manager in our company, earning an annual salary of approximately $75,000. The woman seen with him yesterday was Jocelyn Pearce.""Another person from the Pearce family!" Eric couldn't help but blurt out, leaving Irvin puzzled.Irvin raised an eyebrow. "Is there an issue with the Pearce family?"Eric shook his head. "It's not that everyone from the Pearce family has a problem, just certain individuals. My ex-girlfriend had an affair with my ex-boss. We broke up just a month ago. Her last name is Pearce."Sympathy filled Irvin's eyes as he looked at Eric. "I didn't realize you had such a history. No wonder you decided to start your own company."Eric couldn't fully express his grievances, but it seemed that Irvin had
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Eric said, "It's true. I may not understand, but I do know that one should remain loyal to their spouses. My sister may not mention it, but she knows everything. It's still not too late for you to turn back now, Craig.""Are you lecturing me?" Craig furiously glared at Eric. "You should mind your own business! You're almost 30 now, yet you've got zero achievements to prove yourself! I'd rather end my life and spare myself the humiliation if I were you! I'm quite busy right now, so enough chit-chat. I can't afford to waste my time talking to you!"Eric shook his head as he watched Craig leave. He took out his cell phone and sent Jocelyn a text message, asking to meet up at a cafe not too far away from Sonnex Corp.Eric had no idea whether Jocelyn would be there, but he was determined to try. He thought he should try talking sense with Jocelyn since he failed to resolve the situation through Craig.At the same time, Eric sent a text message to Elly, notifying her that he managed to f
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Elly's behavior caught Eric slightly off guard, and Jocelyn's face fell upon hearing what Elly had just said."We're different people, Elly. I believe Craig loves me and will continue to love me even if I end up like you after giving birth to his child in the future!" Jocelyn stated, trying to convince herself.However, deep down, she started to doubt Craig's loyalty after Elly's words."Do you think I don't know Craig after being married to him for so many years? And even if you don't know him, don't you know how men can be, especially those with some wealth?" Elly questioned, her voice tinged with self-doubt. "Are you always lying to yourself?"Jocelyn fell silent, acknowledging the truth in Elly's words. She knew that women often had many suitors when they were young and in good shape, but what would happen as they grew older? How many men would still love them the same way?It was a tragedy that only women truly understood. Jocelyn wasn't sure if she could keep Craig's heart.
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Eric suggested, "Why don't you work at my place? I need someone in the finance department, and I'm sure I'll need more help from that department in the future. You have a background in finance, so you'd be a perfect fit."He added, "I'll talk to Andy about it later, and once he approves, you can start working there."Elly finally smiled upon hearing his offer. She looked at Eric and replied, "Startups are facing challenges these days, and you have other business partners to consider. While I'm skilled in finance, it may not be right for you to hire me."She continued. "Even if Andy agrees, I don't want any tension between you two because of me. Trust is crucial among partners."Elly took a deep breath and said, "Don't worry, Eric. I won't give up easily. If Craig has chosen to betray me and our family, I won't hold back anymore!"Suddenly, Elly's demeanor changed. "Tell me, what do you think will happen if I expose his affair with his subordinate to the upper management at Sonnex?