Dead at Heart novel

Chapter 691 hapter 692 Ariel wasn't interested in listening to what Jayson and Shane had to say. She just wanted to get this over with as quickly as possible so she could go back and rest. Shane got straight to the point. "I've already worked in Isbell for several years. My work there is pretty much done, so I'm hoping to transfer back to Croinia. "I'm not asking for a position at Bluum Corp, of course. Instead, I was thinking I could be transferred to our branch in Humberston. That's not too much to ask, right?" Humberston and Eldoria were located far apart.

Shane was hoping to get transferred back to Croinia first. Jayson smiled. "I don't think it's possible to transfer you to our Humberston branch at the moment, Shane. These transfers require planning and careful consideration. "Besides, most of the key positions in our company are already filled by senior, experienced employees. None of them would welcome a new boss suddenly being placed over them." In other words... "So, you won't approve my transfer?" Shane's expression remained unchanged. Jayson sat down with ease. "I thought you liked Isbell, Shane.

You're putting me in a tough spot by making this request now." Shane's smile faltered slightly. ᴜᴘᴅᴀᴛᴇ ꜰʀᴏᴍ Fɪnd-Novel.net Jayson was clearly mocking him with that remark. He had never wanted Shane to return in the first place. Family ties meant nothing to Jayson. He had exiled Shane to a foreign country for years, all because of a woman. If he could, Shane would have taken out his resentment on Ariel. But he hadn't expected her to rise to fame and success in just a few short years. Anyone who tried to bring her down now would only be inviting trouble.

Originally, Shane had planned to use Ariel as leverage against Jayson once he returned. But he was forced to reconsider his approach. "In that case, let's put the matter aside for now. There's still time. We can slowly find a solution." Shane managed to end the discussion on a civil note. 1/4 Chapter 692 He turned to Ariel. "You two should use those crabs to make some dishes later, Ari. I'll get going now." Ariel nodded. "Drive safe." Jayson didn't get up. He had no intention of seeing Shane out. Shane didn't seem to mind. He turned and walked to the door.

But the moment it shut behind him, his expression turned cold. It was clear Jayson intended to keep things exactly as they were, giving Shane no chance to fight back. Before stepping into the elevator, Shane dialed a number. Someone picked up. 53% +35 BONUS A deep frown creased Shane's forehead. "I'll help you this time. But you must keep your word about my request. Mr. Pryce." Ariel had been instructed to pause all work for the time being and cooperate with questioning. The next day, when she arrived at the designated place, she found Jayson was already there.

In the spacious conference room sat Gary, Maurice, Elsie, and other members of Ariel's team. Elsie's expression hardened the instant she saw Ariel. She strode up to her and asked loudly, in front of everyone's watchful eyes, "Do you think I caused this mishap just so I could finally beat you?" Everyone was looking at Elsie, even Ariel. Elsie looked agitated. "I'd never do something so underhanded! It's fine if you don't believe me, but I plan to beat you with my skills and abilities.

If you're kicked out of here, who will I compete with?" Elsie hoped Ariel wouldn't suspect her of being behind the incident, simply because of her dislike for her. Ariel could tell Elsie wasn't lying. She was an open book with no hidden malice or ulterior motives. "I know," Ariel replied softly. Elsie trailed after her. "You do? You're not secretly cursing me out, right?" Ariel chose to ignore Elsie's incessant ramblings. The others, however, could clearly see that Ariel and Elsie didn't have the warmest relationship as colleagues.

2/4 Thu 2 UCH Chapter 692 53% +35 BONUS Gary looked at Ariel. "You don't have to feel nervous, Ariel. Mr. Larkin said you and he have something to tell us today. Is that right?" Ariel glanced at Jayson, and he met her gaze. Without a word, they somehow understood each other. Ariel began, "The data my team submitted has been tampered with." Maurice asked, "How can you prove Gary turned his eyes on her as well. that?" Ariel remained composed, ready to respond. But before she could, Gary's secretary entered the room. "There's been an accident." Jayson lifted his gaze.

Gary asked, "What happened?" The secretary looked at Jayson. "Mr. Larkin, a major accident just occurred at one of Bluum Corp's materials factories. Ten minutes ago, a worker made a mistake during the alloy smelting operation, causing an explosion. "The worker suffered severe burns and was rushed to the hospital. However, the injuries were too serious. The worker didn't make it."