Jasmine Hayes's face instantly tightened into a rigid mask.
"Is it also your wish for Berlina Holmes and Hugh Holmes to simply replace me and Luther Holmes?"
"No, that's not it. Berlina's room was just redecorated, and since your dad sees that you seldom come back, he let Berlina stay there for a few days. There was no intention of taking over your room... You really misunderstood us, Tiana. We truly bear no ill will towards you and hope that you won't always speculate about us with such a mindset... We all want to be a harmonious family. I've always wanted to regard you as my daughter, but every time... I really don't know what to do for you to clear up some of your misunderstandings about me... Really..."
As Jasmine Hayes spoke, her otherwise lovely face was full of grievance, looking utterly heartbroken and helpless.
Drama queen!
If this woman were truly good-hearted, she wouldn't be Madam Holmes now, contentedly enjoying everything that Jessica Holmes, her so-called benefactor, once had—her fortune, her man, and now even tormenting her own biological son.
"You are quite experienced. But as long as I'm alive, even if Vincent Holmes marries you, Berlina will not become the lady of the Tower Clan. This Tower Clan can only belong to Luther Holmes, do you understand?"
Tiana Williams was staring into Jasmine Hayes's eyes, speaking very clearly, word by word, with a cold and compelling aura that almost made Jasmine Hayes unable to withstand, as if she had no choice but to understand!
That gaze was so oppressive that Jasmine Hayes felt like she couldn't breathe!
The sharpness hidden in this silent atmosphere was even more intense than the original Jessica Holmes's!
Jasmine Hayes didn't dare say anything, her whole being seemingly paralyzed by the pressure.
Right then, Mother Kingston, who had been sent up by Tiana Williams to pack, along with a few servants, had brought the packed items downstairs.
Seeing that Jasmine Hayes had returned, Mother Kingston also sighed in relief, too preoccupied to care, and hurriedly approached, saying, "Madam, you're back! Look, she had us pack up the young miss and young master Hugh's belongings, and we really... had no choice but to..."
Mother Kingston looked helplessly and perplexed at Jasmine Hayes.
Just as Jasmine Hayes was about to say something, a confused voice suddenly came from outside—
"Mother Kingston? Isn't this decoration from my room? I told you not to move it at whim, why did you move it?"
The pleasant voice also held a hint of displeasure, making Mother Kingston pause for a moment before immediately looking toward the source of the voice, only to see Berlina Holmes walking in.
"Miss Berlina... this... was Miss Williams's instruction..."
Mother Kingston said, glancing toward the sofa on one side as she spoke.
Berlina Holmes impulsively followed her gaze and when Tiana Williams's slender and upright figure came into view, she suddenly became speechless, abruptly cutting off her own words.
"Tiana, mom... you're all back... Tiana, when did you return? Why didn't you call first, so I could have arranged for someone to pick you up..."
Berlina Holmes walked over, her fair and captivating face also adorned with a smile, which in its appearance, was strikingly similar to the recently seen Jasmine Hayes.
"Miss Hayes, I hear you've become a senior executive at DK. A trio of thieves, a mother and her children, I hope you remember your station. Luther Holmes has not returned for days, having been hospitalized for surgery, and yet you have the mood to hold a celebration here. I shall report this matter truthfully to the elders of the Tower Clan and the board of directors of DK."
Tiana Williams said calmly, slowly rising, with a slightly disinterested tone—
"If Luther Holmes is well, you can look forward to better days. Otherwise, I will make sure that your family of four are packed and ousted from the Tower Clan at any cost."
Listening, Jasmine Hayes's face turned pale, her teeth clenched in suppressed anger, her body tensing to the point of shaking, while the angry Berlina Holmes who wanted to rush over to speak was restrained by her!
This woman's ability to endure was indeed remarkable. No wonder she had worked her way up to this level.
...
Ignoring the mother and daughter who were almost vibrating with fury, Tiana Williams left Tower Clan with Luther Holmes's things. Of course, as she walked out of the Tower Clan, she didn't forget to make a phone call to Vincent Holmes's rival, Xaverius Holmes.
Xaverius Holmes was Vincent Holmes's biggest challenger, Jessica Holmes's cousin, and one of the Vice Presidents of DK.
There was never a moment when she didn't want to step down Vincent Holmes and become the Chairman of DK.
"Why are you calling me at this time?"
Xaverius Holmes, though a rival to Vincent Holmes, was still quite good to Tiana Williams.
"The DK board of directors meeting is ahead of schedule, and Vincent Holmes has a high chance of becoming the new director. If you don't want to lose, you'll have to break them one by one."
Tiana Williams's voice was calm and unwavering.
The person on the other side of the line was silent for a few seconds, then replied, "Think carefully. Vincent Holmes represents your side; I can't see any reason for you to do this."
"Between me and them, it's not suitable to use 'us.' This time, I can do you a favor."
"What favor?"
Xaverius Holmes was, of course, tempted.
"Before the old master passed away, he had Secretary Kingston oversee Vincent Holmes's custodial duties towards Luther Holmes. Luther is now hospitalized at S University Hospital, and the Tower Clan is holding a celebration. Jasmine Hayes doesn't qualify to enter DK. Watching Vincent elevate her to this position shows you have great patience. Vincent cannot be trusted if he has second thoughts; I advise you to start looking among the people close to him."
Tiana Williams sneered lightly, continuing indifferently, "A successful woman's best quality is learning to endure. You're stronger than Vincent, at least more far-sighted than he is."
"Does this far-sightedness refer to my attitude toward you?"
Xaverius Holmes asked back.
"If that's what you think, then yes."
Tiana Williams replied, "Collect the information and send me a copy, and have Secretary Kingston come to see me when she has time."
"You really don't plan on returning to DK? If it were you, I think you'd be up to the job, and I wouldn't compete with you for it."
Xaverius Holmes asked, her tone full of doubt.
"I'm not interested in those things."
Compared to the vast, boundless universe, humans were too insignificant. She was someone who worked in physics and astronomy; she knew this more than anyone, so she couldn't muster any interest in these things.
…
Tiana Williams made a trip to the hospital, intending to hire a caregiver for Luther Holmes, only to find that one had already been hired and that the hospital fees had been paid. Furthermore, Luther had been moved to a private VIP ward.
Tiana Williams could guess who was behind it and ultimately accepted it.
When she left the hospital, it was ten o'clock at night. She had just reached her car when she saw a black Bentley already blocking her vehicle, the license plate number all too familiar.
As expected, she had just stopped walking when Tom Rosenthal came up from behind.
"Miss Williams!"
"What are you doing here so late?"
Tiana Williams asked.
"The Young Master invites you to Coburn Courtyard."
PS: Two updates, climbing the charts is hard, leave your tickets~~~