NovelOnlineChapter 0101 +25 BONUS "My mom's gone. What do I need Jones Corporation for? Do whatever you want with it." My voice was as flat as a straight line.
Mom lied to me. Money wasn't everything. No amount of wealth could bring her back, so what use was Jones Corporation tonow? There was a long silence on the line. I thought I would cry, but for sreason, not a single tear would come.
I said, "Nicholas, could you cpickup and takehthis one time?" He was silent for a while before finally responding. "Ariana, what tricks are you playing now?" "Just this once..." The next day, I waited in the hospital for Nicholas. This time, he didn't walk slowly on purpose. Instead, he strode briskly. Though he looked worn from traveling overnight, his handsomeness still shone through. Though he appeared somewhat aloof, I noticed the warmth and care he showedupon seeing him.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtJust as I had said, everything returned to the way it was. He embracedwarmly, givingthe most comforting hug I had received in a long while.
"Ariana, cry if you want to." I looked up at him in his embrace and stood on tiptoe to kiss his chin. The stubble on his chin pressed against my lips, causing a subtle itch. "Honey," I called out softly. "I have no tears.
He tensed slightly at my words. There was a hint of compassion in his embrace as he gently rubbed my head. "You haven't calledhoney in a long time." 1 unbuttoned his suit and wrapped my arms around his waist through his white shirt. He seemed to have lost sweight.
Pressing my cheek against his chest, I murmured, "Nicholas, I have nothing left now. You're all I have." Chapter 0101 +25 BONUS I closed my eyes and couldn't help but think, "Mom, look, I've spent all our money, but I couldn't buy back your life. Was it that money isn't everything, or did I just not give enough? But I've used all our savings.
"I'll return to Nicholas' side, gather new evidence, and secure more money. Then, I'll visit your grave and give you as much as I can. I'll also reclaim what the Hawks owe me!" I hugged Nicholas tighter. He, thinking I needed him, huggedback with equal strength. Nicholas and I could still communicate normally as long as it didn't involve Claudia. He respected my wishes and helpedtransport Mom's body back to the country for burial with Dad.
The funeral day was drizzly. It wasn't raining heavily, but enough to be irritating. It felt like something was gnawing at my heart as if something significant was about to happen.
The ceremony was grand, with many people coming to pay their respects. I stood in the most prominent position and received condolences from the guests. I put on the wedding ring Nicholas and I had shared, so no one dared to look down on me.
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I wasn't just Mrs. Hawk now. I was also the CEO of Jones Corporation.
Nicholas had a bit of bit of a domineering streak. As toned down my temper, he also becless assertive. He pitiedand insisted that I take the CEO position. "You don't need to worry about anything. Just be a figurehead. I'll handle everything for you."
All the shareholders cto pay their respects, but their motivesm weren't to mourn Mom. They acted like shakes, lurking in the corners and watching my every move. I smiled at Nicholas and softly called out, "Honey."
He took my hand, offering his support. I smiled knowingly. Nicholas was always good at playing the part in public. Anyone who disrespectedwas essentially disrespecting him. as well. During a break, I stepped outside for sfresh air. Suddenly, someone from behind covered my mouth and draggedinto a shadowy corner.
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