Chapter 37
A Billion-Rich Woman Was Chased by Her EX-Husband
Chapter 37 Brown Group was caught in a double crisis of huge products and trust.
Netizens clamored to boycott Brown Groupâs products. Miller claimed more than 500 stores in the country, which he was proud of, but now he had closed down 400 stores in less than a week. The remaining more than 100 stores were just struggling at deathâs door.
Looking at the huge loss of money day by day, Chairman Brown, who was already in poor health, completely fell ill.
Willow Bell personally came to ask her sister for help, but Aubree did not, dare to intervene, and could only watch on the wall.
âRory has already issued an ultimatum. If anyone helps Brown Group, he will deal with them by force. Sister, I am also a daughterâinâlaw who is living under someone elseâs roof. There is no way to describe the sadness in my heart.â
âAlthough Sawle Group canât make a move, I have already asked Jake to pick a date for Grace and Joseph as soon as possible.â
Aubree sighed. âIt will be on the weekend after Old Masterâs birthday. What do you think?â
âAnd, we still have to wait until his eightieth birthday?â Willow asked impatiently.
She could wait, but Brown Group couldnât!
âSigh, I canât wait for Grace to marry Joseph tomorrow, but Old Master insisted on waiting until the 80th birthday. I canât do anything about it.â âI heard that Miss Lewis slept with KS Groupâs president after leaving Joseph. She was picked up by President Thorp on the day she left Sawle family. Many people saw her.â Aubree lowered her voice.
Willow/had heard a thing or two from her son last time, and she was extremely jealous.
She hated her daughter for not having such a superb skill in taking men down.
âI was thinking, this time, the reason why KS was so against Brown Group, could it be because Raya had persuaded President Thorp?â Aubree looked ignorant and continued fanning the flames. Willow was immediately enlightened by her sisterâs âguidanceâ. She 13.09 suddenly sat up from the sofa and her eyes were red with resentment.
âThat damn girl... Not only did she delay Graceâs marriage, but now, even though she has divorced Young Master Sawle, she still wants to frame us! She looked around and found a new backer and no one can touch her, right?â
âSigh, itâs really not easy to touch her.â
Aubree tsked, âAfter all, Miss Lewis is now the apple of President Thorpâs eye. Thorp family is not some family that others can afford to offend.â âThatâs right, what kind of background does Thorp family have... Is it something that a chicken like her can fly in?â
Willow was burning with anger. A cold light flashed in her eyes as a plan appeared in her mind. âHmph, isnât that Miss Lewis very good at pretending to be good in front of Old Master Sawle? Pretending to be deeply in love with Young Master Sawle, obedient and docile. She must have hooked up with President Thorp long ago. Otherwise, how could she get together with him so quickly!â
âIf her hypocritical face was revealed on the day of Old Master Sawleâs birthday, it would be very lively, sister!â
Aubree smiled without saying a word, picked up the advanced English teacup and took a sip of black tea.
âThis is a good idea, but it was all your idea. I didnât say anything.â
At KS WORLD Hotel, in the general managerâs office.
The scene was bloody and screaming.
Chloe was talented and smart. Now that she had finished all the documents, she opened her favorite game and became a few butcher fried fish.
She had just cut down a student and showed the blood on the screen. Jordan walked over and saw this scene. She was so scared that she turned her face away and closed her eyes.
âIf you have something to do, start playing. If you have nothing to do, leave.â Chloeâs keyboard and mouse cooperated with each other, and her fingers reacted quickly, making people unable to take it in.
âYoung miss, there are two interesting things to report to you.â
As he spoke, Jordan covered the screen with one hand, and the other 13:10 hand quickly put the document in front of his and retreated far away.
âOh my goodness... are you alright? Youâre so shy, how will you be able to protect your girlfriend in the future? Next time, Iâll take you to play in the hidden room to help you build up your courage!â
After saying that, Chloe, who had turned into a butcher, cut down another person and showed a screen of blood.
âGood job!â
Jordanâs expression was completely split open.
After playing the game and there was no one else alive, she left in satisfaction and picked up the documents.
âIsnât this classic file of our Thorp Pawnshop? Why did you take it out?â
âThese jewelry were sold by Graceâs mother when she sent someone to sell it at our pawn shop.â
âBig sis is wise. She asked me to keep an eye on Brown familyâs movements these few days. As expected, I found something,â Jordan said with a smile.
âAs expected, if Sawle Group doesnât make a move, Brown Group can only think of ways to raise money to fill the hole.â Chloe smiled.
âBut I thought they would sell houses and places. I didnât expect that they only sold some jewelry. It seems that the big family can still afford to pay.â
âItâs just burning the last bit of money to survive. Itâs better to slowly bleed to death than to cut it off.â
âLet them splash dirty water on us. This is Brown Groupâs retribution!â Jordan snorted.
Chloe didnât say anything else and just looked through the files of the classics.
Almost no one knew that Thorp family had a very wellâtrusted and largeâscale pawn shop in Medo and Sea Gate.
Because Stefan liked to collect antiques, calligraphy, and paintings, and rare treasures, he secretly sent people to open two pawn shops in order to obtain unexpected treasures.
Relying on the pawn shop, the old man had earned a lot in the past few years. After all, only a few people who entered the pawn shop could redeem the antiques back.
13.10 Suddenly, Chloeâs pupils contracted, and her fingertips trembled slightly. When she saw the âHeart of Crimson Flameâ in the list, she forced herself to suppress the surging blood in her chest, and ridicule and resentment intertwined in her red eyes.
This was the token of love that Joseph had painstakingly sent to Grace. Two years ago, when she first saw him staring at the pendant in a daze under the light of the lamp, she fell deeply in love with it.
At that time, she dreamed that the necklace belonged to her, and she also wanted Joseph to give her a gift. Even if not for so expensive, even if it was only a stone, she was happy.
But dreams were always dreams.
Joseph only gave gifts to the people he loved. He did not love her, and she was not even worthy of a stone.
But now, Grace actually sold off the manâs infatuation. The more Chloe looked at it, the more she wanted to laugh, but there was an unspeakable bitterness hidden in her misty eyes.
âI really want to see how Joseph will feel when he finds out.â
âWhat did you say?â Jordan did not hear her whisper clearly.
âBrown family does not know what is good. This necklace is worth much more, and they actually sold it for seven million? That is our profit.â Chloe put on a cold smile, and her delicate face was full of evil.
At this time, her mobile phone rang. It was her big brother.
âBig brother!â Chloe collected her emotions, and her voice was crisp and sweet, like sugar cane.
âChloe, how have you been? Are you tired? Is there anything I can help you with?â Oscar asked in a gentle voice.
âNot tired, not tired. But big brother, donât work too hard. Pay more attention to rest.â
I The brother and sister chatted for a while, and Oscar returned to the point. âThere is a charity auction this weekend. You can go and attend it for me. Dad asked me to help him grab the ancient pear wood chair for him. The budget is one hundred million.â
âBut I have to go to the church to teach this weekend, so... I have to trouble you to buy it back.â
âMe? What right do I have? The girlfriend of the President of KS Group, Oscar?â Chloe teased him, picked up the chocolate and took a bite.
âSure.â
â?â Chloe asked.
âAs long as you go, you will be whoever you say you are. Why donât you just say that you are Thorp familyâs little ancestor?â
Chloe chewed on the chocolate and nodded, âGood idea!â
Oscar chuckled, âEither way, you have never shown your face in front of the media or the public. No one in Medoâs upperâclass circle recognizes you, so you can go and play without worries.â
âAlright, alright! But the budget is only one hundred million. What if I have something that I like too?â
âThatâs it. Iâll give more to you. Itâs just our Thorp Group tradition. As long as we participate in the auction, we must get it. We canât leave any opportunities for others, no matter how much more we have to shell out.â
âI know, Stefanâs family rules. If we walk the path of others, there is no way for others to walk!â Chloe cracked her knuckles with a smile.
âI wish you good luck, Chloe. Donât forget.â
After hanging up the phone, Jordan, who was at the side, reminded worriedly, âYoung miss, since we are participating in the charity auction for the young master, Iâm afraid it wonât look good if we donât bring any treasures. But isnât it a little rushed to prepare now?â
âYes, I will bring them. I have already prepared them.â
Chloeâs lips curved slightly, and the corners of her eyes were raised into a sly smile like a little fox.
Send gift Comment Chapter 38 On the weekend, Medo Auction Center.
Many reporters gathered outside the venue. In order to protect the privacy of the rich and powerful, they could only wait outside.
However, the people who came here were all real top collectors and investors. The world was bustling with noise and excitement. They were not celebrities who needed exposure. Everyone had no interest in interviews and only wanted treasures.
Besides the Belll sisters and Grace.
ww Every year at this time, Aubree would dress up and attend, making a highâend charity auction like a thirdârate star walking the red carpet. She blocked the entrance and allowed the media to take photos of her. Under the persuasion of the staff, she left with a face full of resentment.
It seemed that she was afraid that everyone would forget that she was the exâactress who used to destroy other families more than 20 years ago, causing Jake to not personally come to participate in it for two years. It was probably because she felt that it was degrading.
However, this year, Aubree did not play the same trick again. After all, Willow repeatedly asked her to leave the opportunity to show up to the mother and daughter last night. They were relatives. No matter how unwilling she was, she had to give face.
So this year, those standing at the door were replaced by Ms Bell and her daughter.
âThis time, we, Brown Group, are attending the auction. We hope to be able to get an excellent collection and do our best for charity.â In front of the reporters, Willow displayed the temperament of a top lady and spoke generously.
âMadam Brown, how is Brown Groupâs financial situation recently? I heard that you are already on the verge of bankruptcy?â The reporter asked sharply.
âHas Young Master Brownâs investigation ended? Will he be sentenced?â
âI heard that your daughter and President Sawle Group had an emotional change. Is that true?â
Emotional change?
Grace heard this sentence clearly and suddenly stepped forward with a 13:10 mop skirt. She stared at the reporter with her round eyes, which made his scalp numb.
âWhat change? Where did you hear it from?â
âThis... Miss Brown, you donât have to be so nervous. We are just asking.â
âAfter all, Brown Group was in trouble. As your fiancé, Mr. Sawle hasnât helped you and hasnât expressed his feelings yet. It is understandable for the outside world to trigger this speculation.â
âBrother Joseph and I havenât broken up! You are not allowed to talk nonsense!â
When Grace thought about how Joseph had not taken the initiative to contact her for the past few days, she immediately became anxious and her voice rose by 80.
Willow pulled her daughter, who could not keep her cool, behind her and smiled at the camera. âMy daughter and Mr. Sawleâs relationship has always been stable. Please do not think too much about it. As for the business secrets between Brown Group and Sawle Group, we are not too sure.â
âToday, Mr. Sawle also attended this occasion. Why didnât he show up together with Miss Brown?â
âThe two of you have never showed up together in public, right? Is it to avoid suspicion?â
âWhat are they avoiding? If Mr. Sawle came, how could he not get along with my daughter...â
âBut many of us saw that Mr. Sawle had already entered half an hour earlier.â A reporter suddenly said.
Mrs. Brown and her daughter were caught off guard, and their faces. turned green.
On the other side, Joseph had already entered the hall with Max.
âJoseph!â
Vincent hurriedly walked over. His pair of slanted eyes narrowed as he directly came up and intimately hugged Josephâs waist.
âTsk, not bad. Itâs quite sturdy.â
Young Master Anderson even pinched the manâs narrow waist.
âYour hand, behave yourself.â Joseph frowned slightly and did not move, but gave him a cold glance.
âPfft, pretending to be serious. Where did you pinch me when I was a child?â
âHey, your fiancée and your future motherâinâlaw are here. Why donât you go over and say hello?â Vincent stopped touching his waist.
âTo avoid suspicion.â
âItâs okay. It seems that you are still saved. This time, you donât follow Miss Brown. You should know that Brown Group is really notorious in the industry now. Whoever touches her will get into trouble.â
âWho is saved?â
âDonât think that I wonât dare to do anything to you just because this is your Anderson Groupâs territory, Vincent.â Josephâs face darkened.
Everyone in the upperâclass circle knew that the Anderson Group was the behindâtheâscenes boss of Medo Auction Center.
âBrother, Iâm doing this for your own good. I really donât want to see your reputation be ruined by that useless Brown Group.â
Vincent chuckled, âMy grandfather originally did not want Brown Groupâs people to come to the charity banquet, but he was afraid that he would embarrass you, so he let them go.â
âOne has to know that with Brown familyâs level, they are not worthy of being here.â
âRight now, she is not worthy, but Grace will marry me sooner or later. At that time, I hope you can change your opinion of her.â
âAfter all, Brown family is Brown family, and she is her.â Josephâs eyes were obscure.
âI understand, I still have to respect your wifeâtoâbe. But Joseph, I think you donât like to hear me say this.â
âThen donât say it.â
âIn terms of appearance and character, I still think that the former sisterâinâlawâs sonorous and wild character is more suitable for you.â Vincentâs mouth was too fast, so he still said it.
Max covered his mouth hard.
âThere is no future between her and me. Furthermore, I will never do such a thing.â Joseph said coldly.
Vincent shrugged. He was too lazy to point it out and changed the topic.
âIs there anything you want for todayâs auction?â
âYes, it is.â
He was prepared to bid for it and give it to his grandfather for a birthday present.
âYou have good taste! I can help you pull the strings. If someone wants to snatch it from you, I will think of a way to persuade him to give up.â
âNo need.â
Joseph shook his head lightly, âCharity auctions are mainly based on the word âcharity. If the treasure is fated with me, it will naturally be in my hands. If it is not fated, it will lose the fun of the auction.â
The two of them entered the venue and walked straight to the first row.
This row was the VIP of the VIP. Only the real noble or elite people were qualified to sit here.
As Vincent and Joseph, two handsome and tall figures, entered the venue, a small wave of excitement swept through the crowd.
The young socialitesâ faces turned red instantly.
âMr. Sawle is too handsome. Isnât this the ideal man on earth?â
âIdeal? I think you should stop thinking about it. Mr. Sawle is going to marry Brown familyâs daughter. Donât you know?â
âWhat? Itâs the Brown family who sells poor quality products? Oh my god, that small family doesnât even deserve to carry shoes for our family. Mr. Sawle is blind!â
âGrace and Mr. Sawle are childhood sweethearts. Mr. Sawle divorced his exâwife because of that woman. How strong can you be to snatch him away from Grace?â
âTsk tsk... What a pitiful exâwife! Look at Graceâs fake appearance. I bet that Mr. Sawle will hate her in less than two years!â
Joseph sat down gracefully, his whole body exuding a strong aura of not allowing strangers to enter.
He inadvertently glanced sideways and saw that in each aisle, there was a chair marked with the name âOscarâ in front of his eyes.
The manâs thin lips were closed, and there was a cold crease between his eyebrows.
âAiya, Joseph, I really canât do anything about this. The seats in the first row were reserved by my grandfather in advance. I donât dare to move around.â
Vincent saw through his thoughts and whispered into his ear, âThis seat is the most testing of the ways of the world. Even your stepmother and your two silly sisters have been arranged by me to the back. Just tell me how precious these chairs are.â
âOscar is Stefanâs eldest son and also President of the KS Group. Our Anderson Group can not be biased. Bear with it. Bear with it.â
In the lobby outside the conference hall, the Bell sisters were socializing with a few noble ladies. Skyler and Grace were holding hands in the business meeting, while Sawle familyâs fourth miss, Annie, was already hiding somewhere.
âWhere is little sister Annie? Why is she missing?â Grace asked.
âIt doesnât matter what she does. In short, she wonât die.â Skyler was annoyed when she mentioned this younger sister.
She felt that she was cowardly and had lost face for the Sawle family.
âAiya, donât say that. Annie is your younger sister and Sawle familyâs youngest daughter. You have to dote on her more.â Grace pretended to be gentle and kind as she tried to persuade her.
âI hope that there has never been a younger sister like her. What a disgrace.â
It was fine if she did not try to persuade her, but once she tried to persuade Skyler, she became even more furious.
Grace secretly snickered in her heart.
It would be better to drive a wedge between the two sisters. Otherwise, if she married Sawle family and the two sisterâinâlaw worked together to mess with her one day, would she have a good life?
At this time, a series of powerful and domineering footsteps broke through the air.
The Bell sisters, Grace, Skyler, and several noble ladies all looked in the direction of the footsteps.
They saw Chloe, dressed in a black suit, rushing into the vision of everyone in a swift and decisive manner.
She was still a frenzied killer, her speed unmatched, and her red lips remained beautiful.
Chloe seemed to be dressed casually, but compared to Grace and Skyler who had been carefully dressed for several hours, the two of them were so angry that their skirts were wrinkled!
Chloe followed behind Jordan. Today, Jordan also dressed up slightly, looking handsome and charming.
The master and servant originally wanted to directly ignore this flowery woman.
Unexpectedly, Aubree smiled and called out to her at this time.
âAiya, I really didnât expect to see you at such an occasion. Itâs too surprising. The tolerance of charity events is really strong.â
The implication was that she, Raya, was a rural village girl, how could she be worthy of being a noble?
Chloe suddenly stopped, one hand in the pocket of her trousers, looking at Aubree simperingly.
âThere are many things you havenât seen under the sun. You feel that the accident is not unreasonable, but that you still need to broaden your horizons.â