Chapter 814
Arnold explained how he knew about these things.
From this perspective, this was the most authentic version. The reason everyone kept silent was to avoid public outrage. After all, this was not a glorious matter, no matter from which angle you looked at it. This was the dark side of the city.
“Looking at it now, I don’t think Atticus will deceive you. This turned out to be an unexpected stroke of luck. Atticus has some merits. He’s very sharp-minded. Think about it. He turned a small contractor’s business into the leading one in Foswood. That’s his strength!
“But it shows he’s not afraid to go the extra mile. He’s a businessman, right? It’s normal to go the extra mile for profit. Otherwise, how could he achieve his goals? Of course, now the leading power is you!” When he said this, he put on a playful smile.
“In my opinion, our grandma is the most shrewd,” I praised.
“That’s right, she’s quite the strategist,” Arnold openly admitted.
We both burst into laughter.
Before we could finish our conversation, Atlas walked in. Glancing at the time, I realized it was already the end of the workday.
He entered my office, and upon seeing Arnold there, his handsome face turned cold. “What are you doing here? You look quite idle.”
With a lazy and triumphant expression, Arnold replied, “If I weren’t idle, how could I have helped you drive away Melvern?”
Atlas’s already cold face became even darker. He asked me, “What is he up to now?”
I coldly snorted. “He wanted me to take over Ardora’s shares!”
“Ardora?” Atlas asked, coldly discerning the problem. He immediately pointed out the flaw. “Does he want you to clean up his mess? He’s clearly trying to shift the burden!”
“Do you think I’m that stupid? I refused and told him I had no interest in Ardora. Even if I were interested, I’d handle it myself, and I wouldn’t take over his mess!”
Atlas immediately smiled, extending his arm to press it against the back of my couch. “My girl is amazing! You need to have this dominance. If you want something, just take it, right? Why bother settling?” Then, regardless of whether Arnold was still there, he quickly kissed me on my cheek, leaving me with a red face.
Arnold protested immediately. “Hey! Have some decency! I’m still here, and you’re showing PDA?!”
“Then get lost. Go home and take care of your child.”
As soon as he finished speaking, Arnold’s phone rang. He quickly took it out, glanced at the screen, and his whole face brightened. I was sure it was a call from Ava.
Sure enough, a sweet and cutesy voice came through the phone as soon as he answered.
“Uncle, where did you go? You’re never home. You promised to pick me up from kindergarten. Can you keep your promises?”
As soon as she spoke, Arnold slapped his forehead.
“Sweetheart, I didn’t forget! I came to
the mall to pick a pretty dress for you, but there were too many beautiful ones, and I couldn’t decide. So, I came to ask your mommy for help, but your mommy asked-about my work, delaying me. I’m sorry! I will buy it immediately and come home. Wait patiently! Muah muah!”
“Then, let me talk to Mommy!” This mischievous girl didn’t believe him.
“Sweetheart, I’ll be back soon. Don’t talk to Uncle Arnold like that,” I exclaimed.
“Daddy, where are you? Quick, call Daddy and tell him I miss him!” Her voice turned unhappy again.
“I’m here! Let’s go back together!” Atlas said.
“Did you guys go shopping without me?” Ava’s voice turned dissatisfied again. She was especially attached to Atlas.
“No, I just came to pick up Mommy, but then Uncle Arnold is here,” Atlas quickly explained.
“Then I don’t want a pretty dress. Can you guys come back quickly? You’re both not here. I’m so bored!” She found another reason to complain. “Okay, we’ll go back immediately,” Atlas said. “Be patient and wait!”
As if receiving an order, we immediately got up and walked outside. Arnold glanced at Atlas and complained, “You lucky brat, you’re winning in life. Both your kid and
your wife are adorable. What did you do to deserve this?”
Ignoring his complaints, Atlas indulgently asked me, “What do you want to eat?”
“Eat? We have to make a trip to
Arkadia. promised the little girl a pretty dress, and we must fulfill that promise,” Arnold followed beside us, nagging. “We have to shop before we can go back. Don’t dilly dally!”
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