Chapter 879
Chapter 882:
The scumbag! Such hypocrisy! Bettina was from the esteemed Reeves family.
The thought of the marks on Bettina’s wrists and ankles consumed Raul, igniting a furious fire within his eyes. Bastard! How could he subject her to such bullying?
Raul’s rage overwhelmed him, prompting him to reach out and tightly embrace Bettina. He didn’t shy away from displaying their intimacy in front of the two directors.
With a bold gesture, he turned his head and placed a gentle kiss on Bettina’s flawless cheek.
The directors felt their faces flush with embarrassment, caught off guard by the display. Boden, mustering a smile, pointed at Raul and said, “Mr. Hinks, you are truly a capable man. Well, Miss Reeves collaborates with us. It’s great to see you together.”
Caught off guard by Raul’s unexpected kiss on her cheek, Bettina felt her cheeks burn with embarrassment and confusion.
Feeling the weight of Bart’s angry gaze upon her, Bettina managed an awkward and helpless smile.
Bart was disheartened by Raul’s bold move. He had not anticipated Raul openly declaring Bettina as his girlfriend in front of the founding members. This made it even harder for Bart to turn the tables in his favor. Even if Bettina were to be back with him in the future, the founding members of the company would perceive him as the one who stole Raul’s girlfriend.
This fucking Raul had the audacity to threaten him face to face! It was unbearable.
Bart longed to unleash his anger, but he forced himself to hold it back. After all, it was the very same founding members who had nominated him for the position of vice president. He couldn’t afford to offend them at this crucial moment.
Raul must have seized upon that advantage and dared to speak so arrogantly.
Bart’s fury intensified to the point where his fingernails threatened to pierce his palms.
Anson remained oblivious to the underlying tension among the three individuals. “Mr. Hinks, I sincerely appreciate your remarkable contributions to the company. Your competence and talent have been invaluable. You have contributed a lot, particularly in our overseas ventures. Mr. Lopez is truly fortunate to have a friend like you.”
𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 g⍺𝗅𝗇𝗈ν𝖊𝗅𝘴﹐ⅽ𝗈𝗺
Raul responded with a casual smile, graciously accepting the compliment.
Meanwhile, Boden directed his flattery towards Bettina. “Miss Reeves, you are so capable. You come from a powerful lineage, and your hard work has led to the establishment of a prestigious law firm at such a young age. Your team of lawyers is exceptional, and of course, Candice’s performance has been truly awe-inspiring. I proposed this celebration to honor your achievements.”
“Thank you for your appreciation,” Bettina replied politely, her smile radiating grace and gratitude.
Observing the harmonious exchange, Anson nodded with satisfaction and added his own commentary. “Well, the two of you make a perfect pair. Both intelligent and sociable young individuals, sharing similar characteristics. Young man, don’t delay for too long. It’s time to settle down and start a family. Some people wait until they’re over 30, by which time their peers’ children are already in primary school. Don’t follow their example. The seemingly vibrant world isn’t as captivating as you might think. Set aside your curiosity and embrace your responsibilities toward building a family. It is the most important endeavor—to marry, establish a home, and carry on the family legacy.”
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