Rebirth: We Split Ways.. novel Chapter 95

"If we didn't call you, would you have stayed away?" Sensing the escalating tension, Vincent prompted Jack to defuse the situation.

Feeling a bit chastened, Jack replied with his head lowered, "Of course not. How could I miss Grandfather's birthday?"

Penelope chuckled inwardly. Indeed, only their elder brother and grandfather could reprimand Jack effectively.

Fred felt much better now.

"Take good care of Penelope's nanorobot project." Fred's words served as a wake-up call for Connor.

Penelope, wrapping her arms around her brothers, beamed, "Grandfather, there's no need to remind Luo. He's always devoted."

Connor nodded, "Of course."

Seeing Penelope so focused on her endeavors, Fred felt reassured.

"Grandfather needs his rest. Let's end the call," Vincent intervened.

No one had ever dared to show him such disrespect! The family then ended the video call.

...

Inside the living room, William leisurely sipped his tea.

Anticipating good news, he played with his thumb, only to realize his jade ring was missing.

He anxiously awaited positive news, absentmindedly rubbing his thumb where he noticed the absence of the white jade ring.

On the sidelines, the butler remained motionless for an extended period. Glancing at the timepiece, he grew concerned, realizing that he had yet to receive any updates from those he had dispatched.

After several rings, the call connected.

"Hey! What's taking so long? Haven't you dealt with that minor issue yet? Did you manage to retrieve the woman's belongings?"

The butler was so startled that his phone slipped from his grasp, clattering to the floor. Rushing to William's side, he exclaimed, "Master, this is urgent! Those individuals have been apprehended and taken to the police station. They're bringing them here now!"

Already frustrated, William smashed his teacup and then broke the teapot and kettle. How had he been so easily played?

A woman who climbed to the top by relying on a man managed to deceive him so thoroughly!

No one had ever dared to show him such disrespect!

"Bring me everyone from the entertainment industry. I want to ensure this woman feels like a rat crossing the street in Seattle!"

Dominic happened to be at Mendez's residence.

Today, it was marked Kyla's prenatal check-up appointment. After escorting her to the Mendez residence, the plan was to depart. However, there was a surprising sight: numerous familiar faces from the entertainment industry gathered in the Mendez residence's backyard.

"He aims to rally the entire entertainment industry against you. It's merely a minor issue, so why is he blowing it out of proportion?"

"Huh! Just a mere flick of the Ring?"

"Just let it go, Penelope," Dominic's voice resonated deeply. "The terms remain unchanged; I'll pay for it."

"Impossible."

Dominic frowned deeply. "You're defying everyone for such a trivial matter. It's not worth the trouble."

"Dominic, you're no different from William. Both of you believe I'm just a vulnerable woman. Perhaps you think I've been fortunate to ascend to the general manager role at Diamoson."

"In your eyes, my honor holds no value, not even as much as your pets. I prioritize my ambitions and have never concerned myself with the well-being of others."

"If I hadn't grabbed that white jade pendant today, I probably wouldn't even have had the opportunity to speak with you, would I?"

Penelope's words left Dominic speechless.

That statement deeply resonated with him. If Penelope were still his wife, he would have immediately demanded that she come to his doorstep to apologize and hand over the white jade.

He might have chosen to wait and observe if not for that white jade ring due to his lingering resentment towards Penelope.