She Is A CEO

Casper raised an eyebrow at Libby's words, skeptical but not pressing the issue further. However, after their conversation ended, Casper ordered Leon to have someone monitor Libby's movements 24/7 and forbid her from contacting anyone else.

For now, all Libby could control was her phone conversations with her husband. But before she made up her mind about what to do next, she couldn't bring herself to mention any of this to him. Instead, she felt sorry for Nia's betrayal of her son and showed him extra care.

Casper grew increasingly restless as time went on. Kevin was now openly active in the city but due to public pressure, he couldn't take action against him yet. Furthermore, they kept running into each other at various business meetings and bidding events where Kevin no longer showed the same respect he used to - instead he acted arrogant and conceited.

Casper regretted not investigating him directly earlier.

Mid-October was the most humid and restless time of autumn. At a government-hosted seminar for outstanding young entrepreneurs in the city, Casper saw Kevin again unexpectedly, which infuriated him beyond measure. Leon by his side shared his anger.

"Is everyone in government blind? How could they invite him? What kind of 'outstanding young entrepreneur' is just a thief!"

Leon lost control cursing which actually calmed Casper down who coldly stared at Kevin sitting nearby with disdain.

"He's just a name."

"Boss, aren't you angry?" Leon found it hard to believe how calm Casper remained.

"The only thing that makes me angry is that he has dared act so brazenly in front of me," said Casper sternly. "But since last time when Nia exposed me publicly, I can't do anything yet."

"I think we need focus on Lauren instead, boss," said Leon who had been around long enough. Despite learning from Casper, he still thought like an unscrupulous criminal. "We need some way to get back at him!"

"That's why I told you guys to monitor him! It's your own incompetence!" scolded Casper harshly.

Leon immediately hung his head low, realizing that even though he learned from Caspar for so long, Lauren and his subordinates were still too vigilant. Every time he sent someone out, they were quickly shaken off. Until now when they didn't even know their range of activities anymore.

Seeing Leon looking ashamed made it clear there was no point continuing reprimanding him further; instead, with eyes fixed firmly on Kevin's direction, Casper's gaze became darkened with fury. With the influence of Webbex Group, Kevin gradually expanded Stable Growth. However, with this shelter, his suspicion towards Lucia grew even stronger.

In the small villa, Kevin expressed his doubts to Nia,

"Nia, Stable Growth is in Lucia's hands now. Whether or not she returns it to us is entirely up to her. I don't think it's safe."

"Do you have any foolproof plan?" Nia also became worried after hearing Kevin's words.

"Can we persuade Lauren to take over Stable Growth? Casper fears him now and with your sister around, we don't have to worry about him taking over Stable Growth." Kevin suggested.

"No, we can't ask Lauren for help!" Nia refused without hesitation, "Lauren hasn't revealed his identity to Arthur yet because of me. If he gets involved in negotiations with Webbex Group, there will be no more hiding."

Kevin frowned and pondered for a moment before sighing,

"This really puts me in a difficult position. Although Lucia still entrusts me with managing Stable Growth, I always feel uneasy."

"Don't worry. As long as Jacob's identity remains hidden from her, she will keep relying on us and we still have time to solve this problem," Nia said confidently.

Kevin could only nod but he still felt that this kind of partnership was not reliable.

In the blink of an eye, the streets were covered in fallen leaves. Although the afternoon sun was still scorching hot, the dry cold wind blew through, making people sweaty all day long. But if they weren't careful, they would catch a cold too - which was exactly what happened to Lucia one day.This belongs to NôvelDrama.Org - ©.

Lucia had always been strong but once she fell ill, it was very serious; high fever persisted for three days without subsiding causing Arthur great concern.

He gently placed a cool towel on Lucia's forehead while sliding his fingertips across her red face feeling how hot it was; deep furrows appeared on his forehead due to worry.

Lucia was delirious from fever but when someone touched her, she knew that person must be Arthur. So she greedily reached out and held onto Arthur's slightly cool hand covering it over her cheek, letting out a satisfied sigh at its refreshing touch.

"So comfortable..." murmured Lucia softly.

Arthur felt heartbroken; their family doctor had already come by and prescribed medicine, but Lucia's fever didn't go down. So, Peter came by during lunchtime suggesting they take her to hospital for treatment instead.

"Arthur, it's not that serious... no need..." Lucia didn't think it was that serious, but her words were broken and she sounded weak.

"Be good and go to the hospital." Arthur made up his mind and started packing some simple toiletries for Lucia. He instructed Peter to arrange the car and then picked up Lucia. He felt her body was burning hot, so he walked faster.

In less than an hour, Lucia checked into the hospital. After a blood test, they found out she had viral flu. The medicine prescribed by their family doctor wasn't effective at all. Arthur fired the doctor in anger and stayed with Lucia in the hospital for treatment.

Lucia stayed in the hospital for two days before her fever finally subsided. Otherwise, Arthur might have gone crazy with worry about her condition.

During this time, Kane and Juliana as well as Eduard and Daphne came to visit her while Juliana wanted to stay with her but couldn't due to taking care of their son at home. Daphne wanted to accompany Lucia too but was sent away directly by Lucia because she feared infecting Daphne with her illness despite being reluctant herself.

At noon on a rare rainy day, Lucia slept comfortably until someone called out her name. In a daze-like state while she dozed off peacefully on bed, she only woke up after hearing Lauren's voice beside her. He sat next to her.

Kyle had brought breakfast earlier that morning when he mentioned an important client from France visiting them soon without knowing if Arthur would be available or willing enough meet him. Initially, Arthur didn't interest him much until later when Lucia insisted he prioritize work over staying by her side since there wasn't anything majorly wrong anymore. Hence, that was why he wasn't present now. And Lauren's appearance surprised Lucia greatly instead.

"I must have been hallucinating from sleeping too long..." said Lucia foolishly before closing her eyes again and turning over on bed.