Afterward, his mother changed. She called him a jinx, cut him off entirely-
hurling abuse and blows. Their relationship shattered.
Only Victor’s protection let Alexander grow up safely. His grandfather meant everything.
Learning of Victor’s cancer, Alexander took a month off school.
Returning to Fruyca, he crammed three years of studies into one, earning dual degrees.
Her first formula targeted lung cancer.
When Victor neared death, Linette visited. They clung together, weeping.
Childhood sweethearts torn apart by family status, they’d loved each other a lifetime.
Finally, they arranged Lisa and Alexander’s marriage–fulfilling their own unrealized bond.
Alexander married her largely to fulfill his grandfather’s wish.
A year after their wedding, Victor miraculously recovered.
His lungs healed inexplicably… Alexander couldn’t make heads or tails of it!
He dove deeper into AI medical research!
Truth was, she’d treated Victor secretly. His backyard garden burst with Chinese Healing Herb she’d planted herself…
Pity Linette never witnessed this beautiful scene.
Remembering Linette, Lisa’s eyes reddened…
She drew a deep breath, steadying herself.
“If I hoard it for profit, what difference would there be between me and the aristocratic family?”
Her words struck Aaron’s heart like a hammer.
Watching Lisa, he saw a radiant aura around her.
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“Alright, your call.
But phase three core data stays exclusive to partners.”
He said softly, his tone filled with affection.
“Alright, it’s settled then.”
The corners of Lisa’s lips lifted slightly, revealing a faint smile.
“Then prepare your summit speech well.”
His eyes held a hidden affection for her.
“Don’t worry, I won’t let you down.”
Aaron’s gaze was intense; she would never let herself down.
Because, in his heart, she was like a god.
“Will the aristocratic family send someone to this summit?”
She asked again.
“Yes, their representative is Chris Lee.”
Aaron handed her a document. “A very difficult guy.”
Lisa took the file, looked up, and a sharp glint flashed in her eyes.
“That makes it even more interesting.”
She chuckled, the corners of her lips curling into a confident arc.
“Aaron, take me to the lab.”
“Alright!”
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As the night deepened, the newly opened Hot Pot Restaurant was steaming.
Lisa, Matthew, and Virginia sat around a table, the Fiery Red Broth Base bubbling with tempting
waves.
“This place tastes amazing!”
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Virginia picked up a piece of calamari, dipped it up and down in the boiling broth, then popped it into her mouth. She squinted with satisfaction. “Having Spicy Broth Fondue with you guys is the peak of life!”
The table was laden with dishes: Tender Beef Strips, calamari, beef slices… a dazzling array.
“Happy?”
“Stick with your sisters and you’ll get meat.”
Matthew raised an eyebrow smugly.
“Matthew, you’re getting more and more beautiful. Thank you for always helping me take care of senior sister. Let’s have a toast.”
Virginia raised her glass of red wine.
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When Lisa was doing her PhD in Fruyca, Matthew visited several times and brought them lots of deli- cious food.
“Cheers!”
Matthew responded immediately.
Lisa picked up her juice, the corners of her lips curving up as she clinked glasses with them.
The crisp clink of glasses was especially pleasant in the noisy Hot Pot Restaurant.
Lisa suddenly took out an exquisite little box from her bag and handed it to Matthew, saying it was a birthday gift for the Brown family matriarch, and she insisted that she must wear it.
Matthew nodded, naturally knowing what was inside. The Brown Family owed her a huge favor this time.
The three women were eating and chatting at the table when suddenly, Matthew’s phone on the table started lighting up frantically.
[Ding–dong-] [Ding–dong-[Ding–dong-] Several notification sounds rang out in rapid succession,
“Who is it, so urgent?”
Matthew frowned and picked up her phone.
After just one glance, her expression changed and she slammed the phone on the table.
“Damn!”
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A low curse, filled with strong displeasure.
“What’s wrong?”
Virginia leaned over curiously.
Matthew directly turned the phone screen toward them, her tone aggressive:
“That hypocrite Vivian has come back from the dead and climbed back to the top!
Look at this Trending Topic, what crap! I can’t even look!”
A full five trending topics dominated the top spots, each followed by a blazing red “explosive” tag.
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Clicking the first one revealed high–definition photos: under dim, intimate lighting, Alexander in a be- spoke suit held Vivian in a white evening gown as they danced.
The backdrop showed a lavishly decorated French restaurant with crystal chandeliers and rose–petal- covered floors.
Every shot was exquisitely framed, capturing their “deep affection” from artfully chosen angles.
“Luxury Restaurant?
Isn’t that Seattle’s most exclusive French spot?
Members–only, regular folks can’t even find the door. How’d anyone sneak photos?”
Virginia clicked her tongue.
Matthew sneered, “Exactly!
News says Alexander booked the whole place tonight just to wine, dine, and dance with his ‘lady‘.
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