Chapter 113 Aggrieved
For instance, the sons of those families who managed to enter the final circle would be daring enough.
“But what about the business in Pollerton?” Sylvia asked.
After pondering for a while, Conner replied, “Pollerton is going to undergo land reclamation. The economic benefits resulting from this project will be immeasurable. Jennifer indeed has good foresight. It’d be better to let Jennifer take care of the business in Pollerton. From the looks of it, Horizon Group does not harbor ill intentions toward Jennifer. So, I think Jennifer is the best candidate to deal with this project. What do you think?”
“No way!” Sylvia was the first to speak up.
“I disagree!” The second one who voiced out was Nigel’s cousin, Alicia. “The business in Pollerton is what matters the most at the moment. Thus, I’m the most suitable person to handle this. Earthworks and steel structures don’t make money. I believe we should get the entire outsourcing project.”
The outsourcing project that Alicia mentioned included a whole industrial chain, such as foundation construction, excavation, project cost management, and others.
“I’m a woman. Not only that, but I’m also a woman who knows how to make use of my strengths.” With that, Alicia ran her fingers through her hair before adding, “Therefore, I’m the best candidate for negotiations.”
It didn’t matter to Jennifer, and so she remained silent.
“All right, then. Alicia and Jennifer will handle this together. Don’t make a fuss. Try your best to win this project. Jennifer, are you okay with this decision?”
Jennifer shook her head. “I’ll pass. Dad, Mom. Let’s go!”
Alicia then responded, “Don’t worry! After all, I graduated with a master’s degree from a university of science and technology abroad.
“Jennifer, come with me,” ordered Conner.
She hesitated for a while before following behind Conner. They then came to a quiet room.
“Feeling aggrieved?” Conner asked in a friendly manner.
Jennifer replied, “Well, it’s nothing.”
“Please don’t mind Sylvia. That’s how she always behaves. She probably hopes that I can die early.” Conner breathed a sigh before adding, “But I have no choice but to rely on her because she has the Yeager family to back her up. Mateo is facing difficult circumstances at the moment. He couldn’t even make it for my birthday. Thus, we can’t afford to lose her.”
Mateo Wilson was the current Tayhaven King. He is the eldest son of Conner and the father of Nigel.
“By the way, who gave you this?” Conner asked.
“Kingsley! He just threw it to me. At first, I thought it was given by Nigel. Seriously, I don’t know him, and I don’t get why he gave this to me.” Jennifer heaved a sigh.
Conner smiled and stopped probing. “When you get back to Pollerton, you can continue managing the business in Pollerton. Just ignore Alicia. You have good foresight and have proven that you are correct. I’m glad that I’m right about you.”
Jennifer stared at him, saying nothing.
“We have to prove ourselves when we still have chances, right?” Conner paused for a while before adding, “You have to prove yourself to your ex-husband.”
Images of Donald flashed through her mind as she heard those words. She then replied, “All right, I’ll do it.”
“You should go,” Conner uttered.
After Jennifer left, Conner sank into deep thought. No one knew what he was thinking.
It was six in the evening by the time Jennifer returned to Pollerton. She was already exhausted.
The trip to Tayhaven this time felt like a dream. If it weren’t for Horizon Group, she would have been hurt and deeply humiliated.
After pondering for a moment, she decided to buy some fruits and gifts before heading to Pollerton General Hospital to visit Donald’s grandpa, Raymond.
“Grandpa.” As soon as Jennifer entered the ward, she saw Raymond standing by the window and staring outside.
He seemed better at the moment. Seeing Jennifer walking over, he smiled and exclaimed, “Jennifer, I didn’t expect to see you today. Why are you here? Did you miss me?”
Somehow, a touch of sadness grew inside her the moment she saw Raymond. She replied, “Yeah, I missed you.”
A smile appeared on Raymond’s face. Gazing at her, he asked, “Did someone bully you or something?”
Jennifer nodded and replied, “Yes.”
Looking at Jennifer encouragingly, Raymond responded, “Do you mind sharing your concerns with me?”
