Chapter 19
“And besides, Kaitlyn only speaks that way because she’s trying to defend Chloe. It’s a good thing Chloe has a friend who stands up for her. I’m not going to let Chloe lose a friend who truly cares about her just because of you.”
Kaitlyn looked smug. “That Mrs. Wilson title doesn’t work on just anyone. Without Mr. Wilson’s approval, even a beggar has more weight than you do.
Olivia didn’t get angry. She calmly took out her phone, pulled up Morgan’s number from her contacts, and called, “I’ll ask Morgan directly and see if he approves of me.”
Everyone’s expression changed. Dylan even reached out and grabbed her phone. “Are you serious? You’re really going to tattle to Grandpa?”
But the call had already connected. The phone was on speaker, and Morgan’s voice came through the speaker clearly. “Ollie? Why are you calling so late at night? Did Dylie do something to you?”
There was a time difference between the two countries–while it was evening here, it was already the middle of the night back home.
Olivia lowered her voice and said gloomily, “Yeah, he—”
Dylan grabbed her arm hard and muttered under his breath through clenched teeth, “I’ll do what you want. Just don’t tell Grandpa.”
If Morgan found out, there was a chance he’d trace it back to Chloe. And if Morgan knew about Chloe, he might send someone to deal with her. Dylan couldn’t risk that.
Besides, Morgan’s health wasn’t great. If he found out about Chloe and got so upset that he ended up collapsing, Dylan would be the one blamed for killing him.
A smile lifted at the corner of Olivia’s lips, and her tone suddenly softened. “He won’t even let me go out just so you can have a great–grandchild
sooner.
“We finally went abroad, but I’ve been stuck in the hotel the whole time. It’s so annoying. Morgan, can you please talk some sense into him for me?”
Her voice carried a playful pout, sounding just like a loving wife teasingly complaining to an elder.
“That brat’s finally doing something right.” Morgan let out a hearty laugh. “You must’ve been exhausted. When you come back, I’ll give him a good scolding. For now, just enjoy yourselves over there. Don’t rush. Have fun and come home when you’re ready.”
Olivia chatted with Morgan for a while longer before ending the call.
“All right. Time for you to keep your promise. Call your assistant now and get it arranged.” Olivia gave Dylan a mocking look.
“Mr. Wilson, please don’t go after Dixon Group.” Kaitlyn finally panicked, her face full of fear as she begged for mercy.
If Novara Group ended all business dealings with Dixon Group, other companies would hear about it, assume they’d offended Novara Group, and stop working with them as well.
Besides, Dixon Group had been on the verge of bankruptcy. Their revival only happened after partnering with Novara Group. If that partnership ended now, Dixon Group would definitely go under.
Kaitlyn pleaded, “Chloe, please talk to Mr. Wilson for me. Dixon Group can’t survive without Novara Group’s support.”
Chloe said tearfully, “Sweetheart, Kaitlyn is my best friend. Can’t you let this go for my sake? If my friend’s family ends up in a crisis because she defended me, and I can’t help her, my friends will never stand up for me again.”
With that, her tears began to fall.
Dylan replied in a low voice, “This is something I promised Olivia. I can’t go back on my word. If I do, and she gets Grandpa involved, it won’t just be about ending a business deal.
“Grandpa spoils Olivia beyond reason. If he finds out Kaitlyn insulted her, the Dixon family might never be seen in Hillbron again.
“That includes you. If Grandpa finds out about you, you’ll be in danger too. I can’t let that happen to you.”
Chloe’s face turned pale, and her jealousy and anger only deepened. She thought, ‘Why does Olivia get everything handed to her? Why does Morgan adore her so much? I’m like a rat hiding in the gutter, clinging to Dylan’s side, constantly on edge, sneaking around.
‘I can only show off in front of a few friends, and now I can’t even protect them. I’ve lost all dignity. How am I supposed to keep my place in our circle after this?‘
Dylan had already pulled out his phone and called his assistant back home, Ivan, giving him instructions to start handling the termination of the partnership with Dixon Group.
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Terrified Kaitlyn dropped to her knees in front of Olivia, clutching at her pants and pleading desperately, “Olivia, I’m sorry. Please, I’m begging you, have some mercy on me. Don’t destroy my family.
“If my dad finds out we lost the Novara Group deal because I couldn’t keep my mouth shut, he’ll kill me. Why do women have to tear each other down? Isn’t it supposed to be all about girls supporting girls now?
“We’re both women–you can’t pit yourself against me like this. That kind of toxic competition between women is petty and disgraceful. People look down on that. Please, just let me off the hook.”
Olivia shook her off and said calmly, “Sorry. I’m not some trendy empowerment–slogan girl. I’m old–school. You mess with me, I get even. I settle debts, not based on gender, but on what’s owed.”
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