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Jalen was taken aback, Can you understand it?
Just as Keira was about to reply, the introverted male colleague jumped in. Jalen, I think shes telling the truth.
Jalen glared at him, Do you two know each other?
The colleague gave a shy smile, I was a graduate student under Professor Miller at Oceanion University.
I was still a student last year when she joined us to work on a research project led by Professor Miller.
Keira studied his face, trying to recall. Luca Barker?
Luca blushed and nodded, explaining to Jalen, Shes the only undergraduate student that Professor Miller recruited for the project. Shes a fast reader, and she has experience with these fundamental frameworks.
But Jalen still looked at her disapprovingly. Its just the basics. Theres no need to be so proud just because you understand it! If youre so capable, solve the core technology issues then!
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Luca immediately chimed in, Boss, you are asking too much of her.
Jalen sneered, If you dont have what it takes, just do as youre told. Go to the resource library and look up the most basic things. You should be ashamed of yourself!
With that, he left.
Luca sighed, and explained to Keira, Weve been stuck on the core technology issues for a while. Jalen hasnt been sleeping well for a few days, so hes a bit grumpy. But hes not a bad person. Dont take his words to
heart.
Keira wasnt bothered.
She didnt come to the Horton Group to make
enemies. She asked for the location of the resource
library and headed straight there.
The Horton Groups resource library was located on the 60th floor. It was essentially a large private library, only accessible to employees of the group.
The books here covered knowledge from various
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industries, including scientific research materials that werent accessible outside.
Keira was slightly excited. Her intuition told her that she would find what she was looking for here.
Top floor.
Lewis was dealing with several backlog files when his phone rang. It was a WhatsApp message from Old Mrs. Horton, whose ID was Blooming Prosperity.
Brat, you need to have lunch with your wife today. Remember to send me a photo of you two dining
together.
Lewis frowned.
Just as he was about to make an excuse about having a meeting, he saw Grandmas WhatsApp nickname changed from Blooming Prosperity to Fragile
Grandma Do Not Agitate.
Lewis was speechless.
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After staring at the nickname for a while, he ultimately
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sighed in resignation and pressed the call bell on his desk.
Tom quickly stepped in. Boss, what can I do for you?
Prepare two lunch sets and bring them here.
Sure.
Lewis then sent a message to Need Iron, telling her to join him for lunch on the penthouse floor.
However, by the time the lunch was set up on the nearby table, Keira still hadnt responded to his
message.
Lewis stood up. Where is she?
Tom said, Miss Olsen? Shes in the resource library.
Lewis made his way to the 60th floor and began to search for her amidst the rows of bookshelves.
He soon saw her and Jake, who was staring at her.
Keira was engrossed in looking through books and didnt feel her phone vibrating.
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The library had the most advanced technological resources, and she was captivated by it.
She was so engrossed in the books that she accidentally backed into someone.
Sorry.
When Keira turned around, she saw a familiar face.
Jake was glaring at her with mixed emotions. Keira, youve been going out of your way to please Great-Grandma. Is it to get close to my uncle?
Keiras face darkened instantly. Its none of your
business.
But Jake continued. My uncle has steered clear of women all these years. Dont think that by relying on your looks, you can get to him. Hes not that
superficial! Right now, hes just getting you out of his way by giving you a redundant job!
Keira scoffed. So, youre saying that you courted me for so long because you were superficial?
Jake was taken aback!
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Keira looked at the man in front of her.
He was her only friend in college.
She had seriously considered becoming his girlfriend and even wondered if she should accept his advances when he hinted that he had a surprise for her at the
graduation ceremony.
She didnt expect things to turn out like this.
She sighed, Jake, cant we part on good terms?
No!
Jake was suddenly agitated. I know you hate me for proposing to Isla, but I had no choice. There are many aspects to consider in an alliance between wealthy families! I have fought for you before. My mother even agreed to let me be with an ordinary person, but your statusNo matter what happens, I cant marry an illegitimate daughter! Otherwise, how can I face the Horton family in the future? Ill become the laughingstock of Oceanion!
Keira looked at him.
As a child she felt she couldnt hold her head in high
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But since she left the Olsens, she understood that self-respect mattered more.
She looked away. Thank you for not marrying me.
As she tried to leave, Jake blocked her path. I heard that you were given a hard time by Jalen in Group One. I can arrange for you to join Group Two. Im in charge there, and I can get capable people to guide you. I know youre a competitive person, and youre so clever that youll learn quickly. Soon, youll be able to stand on your own and wont have to take on odd jobs again
Keira interrupted his babbling. Whats your term?
Divorce your husband and be my woman.
Jake couldnt stand the idea of sharing her with
another man!
Every time he thought about it, he felt like he was going insane!
Keira coldly retorted, Youre not worthy!
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Do you
Why? Do you love your hooligan husband that much?
believe me if I told you that I could let him abandon you with just some money or a threat? How can he be better than me?
Burning with rage, Jake grabbed Keiras wrist and slammed her against the bookshelf.
His eyes turned red. Or is it that you women are just like that? You slept with him, and you cant leave him now. Is that it? If thats the case, then lets see whos better, me or him!
With that, he suddenly leaned forward and kised her forcefully.
At the far end of the bookshelf, Lewis stood there. He had heard everything.
As he saw Jakes inappropriate advances, his face turned livid, and he was about to step forward.
However, the petite woman suddenly kneed Jake hard between his legs!
As he stepped back from the pain, she slapped him
without hesitation!
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Smack!
After slapping him, Keira was still angry, and she looked at him coldly.
I didnt want to hurt your pride, but since you insist on delving into it, let me tell you something. My husband is taller than you, more handsome than you, and has much better stamina than you, unlike you, who cant even withstand me pushing you away. You should exercise more when you have the time!
After saying this, she turned to leave, only to see Lewis in the corner ahead.
Keira was dumbfounded.
Lewis remained silent.
At that moment, Jake, doubled over in pain, shouted out angrily, What use is his stamina? I can toy with you as I please in the company, but your husband cant do anything!
At his words, a male voice came in. Who said he cant do anything?
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