Chapter 427: "Why not?" Connor asked, puzzled.
"You're too noble, Mr. Daniels. But I'm just an ordinary person who likes to make money," Marissa replied casually. "People likefind Derek's ideas more appealing." While speaking, she sent a message to Joziah: "Windsoul Robots doesn't need to discuss partnerships with other companies. Let's go with the Research and Development Department One of the Daniels Group." Joziah quickly responded, "Okay, boss. I anticipated that you'd choose to collaborate with the Research and Development Department One of the Daniels Group. Their research and development philosophy and direction align closely with those of our Windsoul Robots.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtPlus, the Daniels Group excels in production and sales and has substantial financial resources. A partnership with them means achieving more with less effort and delivering superior, more valuable products to society." After her exchange with Joziah, Marissa looked up to find Connor gazing at her intently. "What's wrong?" she asked.
gvlnovsdelivers what you seek "Do you really support Aelfric's ideas?" Connor asked, his tone marked by displeasure.
"I think he's a jerk too," Marissa said with a smile. "It's just that his profit-driven ideas seem practical. Partnering with him might be very profitable." "Are you worried about finances while you're with me?" Connor asked, clearly upset. "Isn't my wealth sufficient for you? Why do you still consider making money with Aelfric?" "It was just a casual comment. Why are you taking it so seriously?" Marissa retorted, not wanting to discuss the matter further. She quickly changed the subject. "I'm hungry. It's tto clock out." Connor glanced at his watch. It was indeed quitting time, so he hastily gathered his things and left the Daniels Group with her.
Once they were in the car, Marissa made her request. "Takeback to the Sanchez family's villa." "No way!" Connor shot back without hesitation. "I've told you, you must stay with me. You have to live under my watch, or you'll never know the secret of the Peridot Consortium." Marissa glared at him. For the sake of the Peridot Consortium's secret, she had to tolerate his demands for now. Her phone rang then. It was Leila calling.
As soon as she answered, Leila's frantic voice filled the line. "Tiffany, cback quickly. Mrs. Arabella Daniels has brought a bunch of bodyguards to our house to take the children!" "What?" Marissa was baffled. Connor, sitting beside her, looked equally puzzled. He had promised to take the children back to the Daniels Manor. Why couldn't Arabella wait patiently? Why had she resorted to using bodyguards? When had she becsuch an unreasonable woman? Leila continued, "Tiffany, Mrs. Arabella Daniels is in her nineties. We can't do anything to her. She's insisting on taking the children to the Daniels Manor, and we don't know what to do." "Where is Rita?" Marissa asked.
Rita's job was to protect the children. Marissa hadn't told Rita about Arabella, afraid she might accidentally harm her.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmAt the mention of Rita, Leila burst into laughter. "Rita is amazing. She took down more than a dozen of Mrs. Arabella Daniels' bodyguards all by herself. Mrs. Arabella Daniels was so furious, she started stamping her feet!" Marissa gazed helplessly at the car roof. "I see. I'll be right back." She ended the call and quickly sent a message to Rita: "I'll be hsoon to handle this. Until I arrive, don't hurt Mrs. Arabella Daniels or upset her. Try to calm her down patiently." Rita responded promptly, "Got it, boss!"
Marissa let out a sigh of relief, then turned to Connor. "You must have m heard. Grandma went to the Sanchez family villa to take the children. Let's head there and see what's happening."
Connor nodded and instructed m Domenic to drive to the Sanchez family's Home.
Upon arriving, Marissa swiftly exited thevilla, the car and dashed towards the villa, with Connor following close behind.
As they entered the living room, the scene before them amused them