Chapter 1913
When Caleb worked for his success, he was the highly sought-after Dr. Smith, with patients lining up to see him.
But when he leaned on his family’s wealth, he was the wealthy heir of the Smith family, a man born into privilege.
With his status and connections, he never had to struggle for anything. If he wanted something, all he had to do was ask.
“You’re right, I can’t say I need your help with anything…” Vera replied.
“But you never know-I might need something from you one day. Let’s just leave it at that.” Caleb cut her off, his tone calm and indifferent.
However, Caleb’s father, Mr. Smith, remained skeptical about the whole situation.
He approached Vera directly. “Did Caleb really agree to this?”
Just days ago, Caleb had been adamantly against it, yet now, after less than 48 hours, he had supposedly changed his mind.
“Uncle Smith, Caleb only accepted me because I put myself in front of him,” Vera admitted honestly. “He doesn’t want to see me struggling, and more importantly, he doesn’t want to be bothered.”
Her words were truthful. There was no love between her and Caleb.
Mr. Smith chuckled, seemingly satisfied. “At least you’re honest. Do you know why I chose you in the first place?”
Vera’s voice was low. “I do.”
She knew exactly why.
The Mason family was drowning in debt. Mr. Smith had picked her because she had no other choice. She would go to any lengths to secure that money.
“Then make sure you complete the task,” Mr. Smith said firmly. “Pregnancy can be detected in as little as ten days. Starting today, I’ll give you two weeks.”
Vera hadn’t expected him to lay out such a strict timeline.
Still, Mr. Smith wasn’t entirely heartless. “If you don’t conceive within two weeks, I’ll still compensate you generously.’
In other words, she wouldn’t lose out either way.
Whether it was Mr. Smith or Caleb, both were doing their part to help her.
She was beyond grateful. “Uncle Smith, don’t worry. I won’t let you down.”
Of course, she was only saying this to reassure him. She knew Caleb wouldn’t touch her.
Satisfied, Mr. Smith didn’t even bother speaking to Caleb about it.
The moment he left, Vera immediately went to find Caleb and told him everything.
Caleb raised an eyebrow. “Well, looks like my father isn’t shortchanging you.”
If she didn’t get pregnant within two weeks, she would be replaced. His father would just find someone else and keep the cycle going until it worked.
As if he were nothing more than a stud.
Caleb sighed, rubbing his temple. “Just stay put and don’t worry about anything else. As for the company, I’ll take you to meet a friend tomorrow.”
The Smith family had wealth, but Caleb had never been interested in business.
If Vera wanted to rebuild Mason Corporation, the best person to help her would be Nash.
Nash had built York Corporation from the ground up and turned it into the most powerful business empire in the city. Even now, he remained an untouchable legend in the corporate world.
Vera stared at Caleb in disbelief. “Are you serious? You’re really willing to help me?”
She had done her research. Caleb’s circle included some of the most powerful figures in the industry.
Nash was the
king of business, a
self-made mogul. Then there was Quincy his former right-hand man, and Ben, who had transitioned from law to business and was now a rising force in the industry.
If she could get their support, Mason Corporation wouldn’t just survive it would thrive.
Caleb’s tone was indifferent. “You’re already in such a miserable state. If I don’t help you, you’ll just keep pestering me. And besides, if you get back on your feet, you’ll be able to pay my father back.”