Chapter 36 Chapter 36 Revenge on the Spot 簽 +10 Free Coins Sloane still said nothing. Her thumb pressed a hidden point on her ring. A silver needle shot out, gleamed faintly in the dark, then retracted. She did it again. And again. Lucas's eyes twitched when he recognized the needle-the one she once used to threaten him. If he wasn't mistaken, it still had traces of blood on it. "I'm sorry," Lucas said quietly. "You were harassed because of me. But I promise- he won't ever bother you again." He had already removed all of Mason's people from the company. Mason himself was next on the list. Sloane finally looked up, her expression softening. "It's fine. I already handled it myself." Her thumb pressed the ring again. The bloodied needle popped out once more. Just then, Andrew walked over and leaned in to whisper something in Lucas's ear. His eyes briefly flicked to Sloane, clearly a bit stunned. "...he's crippled... taken away..." Lucas remained calm. He gave a slight nod. "Send him out of the country tonight. Handle it personally." "Yes, sir." Andrew left without delay. If they were going to do this, it had to be fast. "I'll take you home," Lucas said gently. Sloane gave a small nod. She had to admit-she'd been unfairly angry at him earlier. If she hadn't acted on impulse and saved him that night, she wouldn't be tangled up in his messy world now, "Marshall's company is in trouble," Lucas said, watching her reaction carefully. "He's been trying everything to get support from the Rivers family" Sloane's brows immediately pulled together at the mention of that name. "Hmph. His business was bound to crash sooner or later. And now he thinks the main Rivers family will help him? Not likely. They only care about profits. If he can't 12 15:10 Mon, 1 Sept ࿄ ས ཟྭ, 81% +10 Free Coins Chapter 36 Revenge on the Spot offer something worthwhile, no one's going to bother with him." Lucas nodded. "Exactly. In the past, they might've ignored him. But now... things are different." Sloane glanced sideways at Lucas. True-the Rivers family might've stayed out of it before. But with her engagement to Lucas now in place, things weren't so simple anymore. "Don't worry," Lucas said with a sigh. "I haven't forgotten the first thing I promised you." He hadn't expected to be so thoroughly disliked-but here he was. As long as the Hawthorne Group refused to show any interest, the Rivers family wouldn't see any benefit in this engagement. The moment they realized there was no profit to gain, they'd think twice about helping Marshall. But for Sloane, that wasn't enough. She shot Lucas a cool look. "Let's keep our public appearances to a minimum from now on." Lucas raised a brow. So that's it-I've been officially rejected. Sloane honestly thought the man attracted too much drama. Better to only see him when absolutely necessary-like for his treatments. And as for Marshall trying to save his company? He could keep dreaming. When Sloane returned to the Rivers estate, she was surprised to find both Marshall and Helen actually waiting for her in the living room. "Sloane, thank god you're back," Samantha rushed up first, all smiles, reaching out to grab her hand like a loving sister. Sloane dodged it without hesitation. Samantha's hand froze mid-air, and her smile faltered. But she quickly recovered, plastering on a wounded expression. "Sloane, you're a daughter of the Rivers family. How could you stoop so low, hanging around with shady people in places like that, and even ||| In "Country Gal to CEO's Bride" by CrushReel, Emma, a resilient country girl who has overcome hardships, finds herself entangled in a twist of fate when she mistakenly marries the dashing stranger, William. Transitioning from rural life to the bustling city, Emma's journey unfolds with unexpected turns as she navigates the complexities of her new life and relationship. As Emma grapples with the challenges of her newfound status as William's wife, themes of resilience, adaptability, and the clash of backgrounds come to the forefront. The magnetic pull between the two protagonists, set against the backdrop of opulent mansions and corporate offices, adds layers of intrigue and passion to their story. This modern romance novel delves into the dynamics of love, ambition, and self-discovery as Emma undergoes a transformative glow-up while embracing her hidden feelings for William. With a captivating blend of sweet romance and billionaire allure, "Country Gal to CEO's Bride" stands out for its exploration of opposites attract dynamics in a contemporary setting. Experience this enchanting tale filled with emotional depth and romantic tension by reading "Country Gal to CEO's Bride" on CrushReel. Embark on a journey that transcends social barriers and celebrates the power of love in unexpected places.