“Besides, isn’t Mr Bertie working on Booth Group‘s affairs? Wasn’t my grandpa training you to become
his successor?” Kathy asked calmly.
Bertie Marshall raised his eyebrows, “Wow, I didn’t know that you are paying so much attention on me.
Indeed, your grandfather had the intention. But then, he called you back. It seemed like I had to give
way.”
“Besides, we would be married if I was in charge of Booth Group.
“You’re crazy”. Kathy said coldly.
“Everything is possible.” Bertie laughed heartily and said.
After leaving the building, Kathy was confused.
Could all of this mess be prevented if she hadn’t come to Country B?
Even if she had a second chance, she would still come to Country B as she was worried about her
grandfather’s health.
Returning to the the Booth family, Kathy reported her job on that day to her grandfather.
She hesitated upon speaking when she thought about what Bertie said.
Zack Booth figured out what Kathy was thinking, “Is there anything you want to tell grandpa?” he
frowned and asked.
Kathy shook her head as she refused to believe what Bertie had told her.
Besides, grandpa might be emotional again if she mentioned about Booth Group
“Rest well, grandpa.”
As she left the room, she had a phone call from Joseph.
“Are you back home?”
“Yes, I’m at the Booth family.”
Kathy looked at her watch, it was 6 o’clock.
“You don’t have to wait for me tonight, I’ll be home late.”
“Hmm, what are you busy about?” asked Kathy.
“I have a transnational meeting to attend to later.”
“Okay then, don’t forget to have your dinner. I’ll wait for you if it’s not too late.”
As Kathy hung the phone, Bertie appeared behind her.
It seemed like she hadn’t adapted to live together with Bertie.
“It’s late now, why don’t we cook together so that everyone can have their meals on time.”
Kathy frowned as the maid that went on a vacation has not returned yet.
If that continued, wouldn’t she have to cook with Bertie every day?
Kathy didn’t mind cooking for everyone; she just hated the feeling when she was with Bertie.
As if she knew what Kathy was thinking, “It’s ok if you don’t want to, I was just asking. I can cook by
myself if you’re not hungry.” said Bertie.
“I’ll help”, said Kathy.
Bertie smiled.
Kathy then realized that Jennifer Booth had a dinner plan only when they had finished preparing dinner.
Kathy brought porridge to her grandpa as he could only have soft food. After that, it was only her and
Bertie by the dinner table.
“How was your time in the lab today?” asked Bertie.
“Well, it was fine.” answered Kathy.
She was adapting well. Besides, the intensity of her work wasn’t high today, that’s why she wasn’t that
tired.
“I’ll be working there recently, feel free to call me if you need anything.”
“Why was Edith Wesley selected for this project?” Kathy suddenly asked.
Edith was married to the famous chief, Conor Nicholson. He even started a company for her.
But the company wasn’t very well known since it was a newly established company.
“Edith’s company is also an investor in the drug HIOD. You should know that Booth Group requires her
research and development skills as she has been a well-known professor in the medical field.” Bertie
said.
Kathy wasn’t surprised by what Bertie said.
Thinking about how Edith had set her up in the past, Kathy felt uncomfortable about working with Edith.
“You have a problem with her?” Bertie asked as he sensed something wasn’t right.
“Yes, there are some conflicts between us.” answered Kathy.
Joseph had kicked her out of City N three months ago and forbade her from returning. Edith must be
furious because of that.
It was clear that her anger would most definitely be directed at Kathy.
She had already sensed Edith’s hostility towards her earlier that day.
“Is it because of Joseph?”
Bertie seemed to understand that Edith must be close with Joseph as she was staying in the Joseph
family in her early years.
Bertie figured out despite Kathy not saying anything.
“I’m transferring her out.” said Bertie.
“No, the project is in its last stages of development and Edith is the main personnel for the project, she
must stay to finish it.” Kathy replied seriously.
Otherwise, it would be challenging to deal with if problems arose.
“I don’t want you to suffer.” Bertie said with much concern.
“A job is a job, I won’t let my personal feelings interfere with my work. You can rest assure, Mr. Bertie.”
Kathy assured.
….
At the Joseph’s Group.
It was late when Joseph was about leave. A thin figure stepped out of a black car as Joseph walked out
the door.
It was Edith. Her heart was beating rapidly as she saw the handsome man from afar.
She thought she'd never see him again.
John stopped her as she was getting closer. “What’s the matter, Ms. Edith.” John asked.
“I...”Edith pursed her lips. She was actually fine; she just wanted to take a look at Joseph.
“Can I speak to Joseph?”
“It’s late, Ms. Edith. You should go home.”
Edith’s heart tugged in pain when she saw Joseph enter the car.
“I’ve got a flat tire on my car, can you send me home?” asked Edith.
John looked towards the car in front. There was indeed something wrong with it.
He then reported it to Joseph.
Joseph rolled down the window, his eyebrows sunk when he saw Edith.
It was not safe to take a cab at this hour.
“Let her in”.
Edith couldn’t hide her happiness, but as soon as she entered the car, she became nervous.
“Joseph, I want to apologize for what happened before. Can we go back to what we were before?"
Edith looked at him feverishly.
She wasn’t hoping to get any closer with Joseph as she understood how he felt for Kathy.
Although unwilling, she could only accept reality.
“Edith, our relationship has always been siblings, you’ll always be my sister, but the condition is you
must not go overboard.” Joseph frowned.
“I’ll be out of trouble, trust me.”
“Hmm.” Joseph tiredly shut his eyes, not knowing if he really believed what Edith said.
Edith was depressed and disappointed.
As the car approached the Hunt family，Edith was heart-broken when she left the car.
Her love towards Joseph was strong that it had already rooted in her heart. As a result, she became
jealous.
In the living room, Conor was on the couch. He looked at the cameras by the doorway.
The man saw her getting out of Joseph’s car.
“Is Joseph in Country B?” Conor sounded calm.
“Yes.”
“Did you go to find him?” Conor narrowed his eyes.
“No, we just met on the way back.” Edith evaded.
“Is it?” Conor said with much doubt.
“Believe whatever you want.” She quickly went to her room after speaking.
As the doors closed, Conor grabbed Edith’s chin and warned her, “Never get near Joseph anymore.”
“Relax, I know that I’m Mrs. Nicholson.” Edith smiled.
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