Grandma Mary helped borrow a sedan and Dallas drove Averi home. The road is long, and their silence is also long.
They parted ways in front of the black iron gate of the Forbes family, and Averi got off the car alone. Before leaving, she said to him, "I will say that I am considering hiring a bodyguard recently. The security company recommended you to me, and the day of the incident was supposed to interview you." After a pause, she said, "Go to the hospital for a check-up, preferably hospitalized."
Stepping out of the car door with one foot, she suddenly spoke out with her back, "If you don't want to stay, don't force yourself."
Averi rang the doorbell in a disheveled manner, startling the butler and quickly notifying Christopher.
There is a distance in the front yard, and the butler specially drove to the iron gate to pick her up, while others gathered in the living room during this time.
Seeing her, each of them had their own wonderful expressions. Averi didn't have a chance to take a closer look when Odin rushed forward and hugged her, saying, "Averi."
He exerted too much force, causing Averi's bones to ache.
Averi lightly tapped his shoulder and said, "Odin, you pressed my wound."
Upon hearing this, Odin immediately let go, grabbed her wrist, and ran anxiously with his eyes on her. "Where's the injury? Is it serious?" he turned back to Cristopher and said, "Dad, I'll take Averi to the hospital first
"Odin." Cristopher called out disapprovingly, then spoke up and instructed," Arrange a driver, call Makai Noble, and ask him to come with you. "Makai is Cristopher's family doctor. If someone had even the slightest ailment, he would personally make house calls to treat them.
Amidst numerous glances, Averi with a hint of guilt, "Dad, I'm sorry for making you worry."
Just come back, "Cristopher sighed." Let's take care of our injuries first. We'll talk about anything when we're better."
"Hmm."
Averi noticed that Johnathan and Laila's expressions were momentarily unnatural.
The examination results are consistent with Dallas' statement. The skin injury is not severe, but there may be scars on the lower leg.
Averi didn't care, but Odin's face changed, gloomy and cold.
Since she has returned, the "imprisonment" of the others has been temporarily lifted. After offering condolences, everyone returned to the company to handle affairs, except Odin who stayed by the hospital bed every day.
Averi laughed at him and said, "Why are you so angry? Just leave a scar, the doctor said it's possible
Odin locked eyes with her for a few seconds and whispered, "Averi, is it related to Johnathan?"
Averi put away her smile and said, "Don't get involved. I know it myself, and Dad knows it too."
The boy lowered his eyes and expressed his dissatisfaction in silence, holding onto her wrist.
"Averi, you don't know how I've been living these past few days. If you... "His voice was pursed by his lips, and the dead word was omitted.
Averi's chest rippled with warmth as he held his hand back and said, "I'm sorry for making you worry."
Averi lay in the hospital for three days, all as a vacation. Although the stock price of J Corporation has not fully recovered, it is not as sharp as the decline a few days ago. On the one hand, she returned safely and publicly claimed that the car accident was an accident; Secondly, some official media outlets have spoken out, claiming that there are organized crime groups impersonating demolition villagers to extort real estate companies under the guise of forced demolition, while emphasizing their unwavering attitude towards these black and evil forces. Throughout the article, there is no specific name or surname, but those who follow industry news know that this is a characterization of Forbes family's situation - there is no forced demolition.
This news is that the stock price rose by 5% on the same day.
It was originally an unfounded charge, and with some manipulation by the public relations department, it was reasonable to achieve this result, but it is unclear what role Milo played in it.
Milo was abroad and called to comfort her. After asking about her injuries, she said, "I was abroad when the incident occurred and couldn't leave."
Is he explaining?
Averi said calmly, "I heard from Dad that you put in a lot of effort, that's why the police are so concerned. Thank you."
After a few seconds of silence on the other end of the phone, when there was another sound, the man's voice turned into a smiling one:"What doesn't kill you makes you stronger."
Averi chuckled. "I hope your words come true."
On the night of discharge, Cristopher called her into the study.
Averi was already prepared and took out the prepared materials about Tobias and Boundless Ventures.
Cristopher's hands tightened as he looked at them, and his years of practice were so intense that he couldn't hide his emotions. His eyes were filled with shock and anger, and he clearly didn't expect it to be them.
Father and daughter remained silent for a long time, and Cristopher asked with a hint of meaning, "Averi, do you think Laila knows about these things with Lawson?"
Looks like they're choosing to side with their daughter over their son-in-law.
Averi also cooperated with face saving, "Laila doesn't usually get involved in company affairs, so if she wants to keep it a secret from her, it won't be difficult."
Cristopher took a deep look at her, breathed a sigh of relief, and did not investigate where she obtained the information. Which one in this house doesn't have any skills of his own? As long as he doesn't surpass him, Christopher always turns a blind eye.
After reaching a consensus on Laila, Cristopher asked again, "Do you think the boss has anything to do with this matter?"
Averi lowered her head and avoided his gaze. She just needs to remain silent at this moment, and Cristopher will help her make up for the unspoken accusations.
Her gaze fell on the polished mahogany desk, its edges worn smooth and glossy from years of use. Looking at it, Averi thought of the old wooden bed, which creaked and creaked as he turned over.
Averi was momentarily lost in thought and said with a melancholic tone, "Dad, I don't know."
Christopher sighed heavily and took another deep breath, then switched to a casual tone to ask, "By the way, Averi, I heard there was someone else in the car when the incident happened to you?"
"Um," Averi admitted openly, "I was considering hiring a bodyguard recently, just thinking about it, not quite sure. I had the security company check if they had anyone suitable. That day was supposed to be his interview, but something happened in Northside, so he went to the scene with me. It's a good thing he was there."
"Dad, I'm sorry, I should have come back sooner. I panicked at that moment. Everything was fine, and then suddenly... I didn't want to be caught on camera by the media, and afterwards, I was sort of dazed, so..."
Statements that mix truth with fiction are always the most convincing.
"Don't worry about it, I understand. Where is he now?" Christopher nodded, assuming she wanted a bodyguard because she sensed something was amiss, and a rare trace of affection appeared on his face.
Seeing his expression, Averi knew she had made the right bet. This affection was a reward for her prioritizing the bigger picture instead of causing a scene.
"Yes, he was more seriously injured than me. Jordan said he's still in the hospital. I plan to visit him tomorrow." He was my lifesaver, not visiting him would have raised suspicion.
"That's right. A debt of gratitude can't be ignored. Our family won't let him go unappreciated."
