Chapter 537
Chapter 537:
Trenton left Haynes Group and hurried to inform Luther Ferguson about Gabriela’s decision to give every remaining employee a raise.
Luther, Jasper’s trusted assistant who managed the hotel project, absorbed the information with practiced composure. “Understood,” he said simply.
Trenton’s smile turned obsequious. “Luther, I’ve severed ties with Haynes Group. I’m available to join your company immediately p>
Luther had dangled a deputy manager position at Howard Group before him when this assignment began. The promise gleamed like gold in Trenton’s mind.
At one of the nation’s most powerful corporations, a deputy manager held more influence than a simple director at Haynes Group.
F𝗶𝗇d ոo𝘷𝘦𝗹 𝗣𝘋𝗙s 𝗼𝗇 g𝘢𝘭ո𝘰𝘃e𝗹𝘴.со𝗆
Luther, who found Trenton distasteful, delivered his response with arctic precision. “Report to work tomorrow p>
Trenton’s gratitude spilled forth in waves of effusive thanks.
Luther’s investigation into Gabriela’s recent activities yielded troubling results. He presented his findings to Jasper with characteristic directness. “Gabriela awarded everyone double pay this month and implemented permanent salary increases.” He paused, allowing the implications to settle.
Jasper continued examining the silver wristwatch in his palm, then lifted his gaze with glacial indifference. “Your point p>
“My sources confirmed Gabriela visited Apex Group today. She requested an audience with Mr. Moss,” Luther continued.
“You believe Wesley provided the funds?” Jasper’s tone carried no surprise. “He didn’t p>
Rebecca’s position at Apex Group granted them perfect surveillance over Wesley’s movements. Nothing escaped their network.
Luther nodded with dawning comprehension. “Nina and Tessa must have loaned her the money. Seven years of service to Mr. Moss would have built considerable savings p>
Jasper secured the steel timepiece around his left wrist with practiced movements. “Regardless of Gabriela’s methods, maintain close surveillance in the coming days p>
“Understood p>
Luther’s departure coincided with Rebecca’s entrance.
Her voice dripped honeyed sweetness. “Jasper p>
Jasper raised his wrist, displaying the watch with genuine pleasure. “This piece is exceptional. I’m thoroughly impressed p>
“It barely cost a hundred thousand,” Rebecca deflected, though pride colored her words. “I worried it might seem inadequate for someone of your stature p>
“You sacrificed multiple paychecks for this gift.” Jasper’s expression softened with authentic appreciation. “The sentiment means everything p>
Rebecca’s arm wound through his with practiced intimacy. “Your happiness is my reward p>
Jasper’s low chuckle rumbled with satisfaction.
Rebecca studied his features with calculated precision. His improved mood presented the perfect opportunity. “What intelligence did Luther bring you p>
Jasper provided a concise summary.
“Salary increases?” Rebecca’s frown deepened with disdain. “Only someone as foolishly naive as Gabriela would imagine money could purchase loyalty. Those who stayed are simply greedy, drawn in by the promise of a raise. They’ll abandon ship the moment they realize she’s bankrupt p>
Jasper maintained his silence, his gaze shifting from the steel timepiece to Rebecca’s face.
“Jasper, why not instruct Luther to orchestrate her company’s destruction?” Rebecca’s suggestion dripped with venom, each word laced with contempt for Gabriela.
With their family’s influence, crushing someone from a humble background like Gabriela would require no more effort than swatting an insect.
Jasper’s brow furrowed with subtle disapproval.
Rebecca shook his arm with theatrical desperation, her lower lip jutting in a practiced pout. “Jasper, Gabriela’s existence disgusts me. Please eliminate her p>
Jasper shook his head with firm resolution. “Cornered animals become dangerous. Restraint serves us better than recklessness p>
“What can she do? Desperation won’t grant her power over us.” Rebecca’s scoff carried bitter mockery. “Jasper, she haunted Apex Group for half the day today. Do you understand how my colleagues perceive me now? They’re acting like I stole Wesley from her—all because she knew him first. It’s ridiculous p>
Jasper smirked. “Someone at work challenged your position today p>
Rebecca performed wounded vulnerability with masterful precision. “Gabriela’s presence torments me beyond endurance. I want her erased permanently. Will you grant me this p>