Chapter 371

Chapter 371:

“Yes, I’ve already had dinner with friends,” Jada said, tucking a loose strand of hair behind her ear. “Dad, I know you’ve been working hard. I’m ready to start at the company tomorrow.”

“That’s excellent,” Esteban nodded in approval. “Could you join me in the study?”

Jada followed her father, aware that he likely intended to discuss company matters. As they approached the study door, Susan appeared. Jada said, “Susan, Dad might need to talk to me about something important. You should probably go get some rest.”

“Susan, you should come in as well,” Esteban instructed. Jada was taken aback. Was Esteban not planning to discuss company matters after all?

Both Susan and Jada entered the study and took their seats facing Esteban, waiting for him to speak. “You’re both adults now,” he began. “The company needs an heir to carry on its legacy.”

Jada felt a glow of excitement. Why hadn’t her father addressed her directly before this?

Esteban continued, “Starting tomorrow, both of you will begin internships at the company.”

Jada felt like she might faint from shock. Susan was also included? She had always been unreliable! What was her father thinking?

Despite her inner turmoil, Jada kept her thoughts to herself. “Alright, Dad,” she said, glancing at Susan. “It looks like we’ll be interning together.”

Susan completely brushed off Jada’s attempt at friendliness.

Jada let out a resigned sigh.

Esteban gave Susan a slightly reproachful look but chose not to comment on her behavior. “Here are some company documents. Please review them tonight and join me at the office tomorrow.”

The two girls took the documents and exited the study. Susan went back to her room and began meticulously going through the papers.

After a while, there was a knock at her door.

“Come in,” Susan called out.

Esteban entered and placed a notebook on her desk. “This was your mother’s notebook. It might be useful to you.”

Susan felt a flutter of nerves as she opened the notebook and saw her mother’s handwriting.

She had few memories of her mother, who had passed away when Susan was just five, yet as she looked at the notebook, tears welled up in her eyes. Fighting back her sobs, she whispered, “Okay.”

Esteban gazed at Susan with a flicker of sorrow. He raised his hand as though to comfort her but then hesitated and pulled it back.

The moment Jada stepped out of the study, Mara was quick to find her. “What did your father say? Was it about you joining the company?” Mara asked, her excitement palpable.

“Yes,” Jada confirmed.

“Just as I thought, Jada, you’re the future of the Riggs family,” Mara couldn’t hide her smile. Even if that woman had won Esteban’s love in her lifetime, her child was still overshadowed by Jada after her death.

Mara was filled with pride, already picturing a future where the Riggs family was completely under their control, with Susan completely sidelined.

“But Dad is also bringing Susan into the company,” Jada added.

Mara’s smile abruptly froze, her face showing clear disbelief. “Susan? What on earth could she possibly contribute to the company?”

Esteban had mentioned this possibility before, but Mara hadn’t taken it seriously since nothing had come of it. With Jada’s return, she was certain they could easily take control of the Riggs Group. She hadn’t anticipated that Esteban would let Susan join the company alongside Jada.

Unlike her shocked mother, Jada stayed calm and offered reassurance. “Mom, don’t worry. Even if Susan joins the company, she’s no threat to me. It could actually work in my favor.”

Mara frowned, still uncertain, but when she saw the confident sparkle in Jada’s eyes, she understood and smiled. “I knew it. My Jada is exceptional. Susan can’t compete with you. She’ll just be a backdrop for your achievements at the company.”

“Exactly. If I were to go alone, my abilities might not be fully appreciated. But with Susan there as a comparison, it will clearly show how capable I truly am,” Jada said with a smile.

“That’s my girl!” Mara looked at her daughter with deep admiration.

Although she was Jada’s mother, there were moments when Mara felt she could never quite measure up to her daughter.

She was incredibly proud of her; Jada was far more capable than Susan, who barely reached a fraction of Jada’s abilities. This realization brought Mara a deep sense of pride and peace.

Meanwhile, once home, Madisyn called Susan. “Is Jada your sister?” Madisyn asked.

“Yes, she is. Did you find out?” Susan asked, raising an eyebrow in confusion.

“I saw her. It seems she and Andrew grew up together,” Madisyn explained.

Susan paused, considering Madisyn’s words. “That could be the case. Jada is quite well-connected in Arasport, but I’ve been out of the loop since I moved to Germany early on.”

“Jada can be very manipulative and dangerous, so you should definitely be cautious and keep your distance from her.”

“I understand,” Madisyn replied, having already observed that Jada was much more formidable than both Kristine and Courtney. Jada had genuine skills and talents, making her a tough opponent.

However, Madisyn didn’t believe Jada was a match for her just yet. “You should also be cautious. She’s clearly set on taking over the Riggs Group.”

Susan was determined. “I’ve made up my mind. I won’t let her have the Riggs Group.”

“Alright. If you need any assistance, just let me know. I’m here to support you,” Madisyn said gently.

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