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The man’s gentle voice was like a tranquilizer, gradually calming Cate down. She closed her eyes and fell asleep on his shoulder.
Shaun carried her upstairs and placed her on the bed gently. Looking at her soft cheeks, he sighed. He was completely whipped this time.
These days when she was not around, he had not slept well at all. Just as he was about to take a shower, someone knocked softly on the door outside.
He opened the door and saw Hadley standing outside. He said in a low voice, “Something’s up.”
Shaun walked out the door, and Hadley handed him a photo of a disheveled man with a star on his face. “I received news that Hugh Jewell has arrived in Melbourne to find you. I believe he’s here to avenge his sister again.”
“How did he know I’m in Melbourne?” A cold light flashed in Shaun’s eyes.
“You came to Melbourne and handled several large cases, especially the Summit case which blew up. Although I’ve tried hiding your name, the internet now is too developed…”
Hadley frowned and contemplated before saying, “This person has been pestering you since five years ago. Should I…”
“No need.” Shaun frowned and refused.
Hadley was anxious. “I know you may think in your heart that you owe him because of the lawsuit back then, but he’s… He’s too crazy and extreme. Ms. Cox will be in danger.”
“Get someone over to protect her.”
Shaun ordered.
…
The next day, Cate changed her clothes and went downstairs. She saw that there was a spirited young woman with short hair and a resolute figure there.
“Hello, Ms. Cox. I’m your bodyguard, Elle Charlton. I’ll be responsible for your safety from now on.”
Cate blinked and looked at Shaun who was sitting at the side. “You got me a bodyguard?”
“Mmh, the Cox family is rising again. You’re unlucky, so I’ll be more assured if there’s someone by your side.” Shaun did not tell her the truth, lest she be on edge all day.
“Shaunny, you’re so good to me.” Cate remembered the last time she fell into Rosabella’s trap. After some consideration, she did not refuse.
“It’s good that you know.” Shaun’s eyes were gentle, but they became cold again when he turned to Elle. “Protect her well. If anyone lays a hand on her, you’ll be completely responsible. Also, let me know if anyone from the opposite sex approaches her.”
Elle nodded. “Understood.”
From the side, Cate was speechless. “You’re just spying on me in the name of protection, aren’t you?”
Shaun pinched her cheeks. “Be good, I’m still waiting for you to raise me after getting Hudson.”
The magnetic voice made Cate completely powerless to say anything.
On the other side, Elle gave them a strange look.
Cate noticed it. After Shaun went to work, she asked Elle with a smile, “Do you know Shaunny?”
Hearing the name ‘Shaunny’, Elle smiled and replied respectfully, “Yes.”
Cate looked around and asked, “Then you must know if he has had an ex-girlfriend before. How many has he had?”
“Ms. Cox, you can ask Mr. Lyons about this.” Elle brushed off the topic with a few words.
Cate was very discouraged. This bodyguard was too tight-lipped.
Later that day, Cate resigned from her position in Talton and made her preparations for Hudson.
….
In the Cox’ residence.
Jeffery was in a good mood after receiving a phone call from a shareholder. “Director Irvine finally agreed to support me. The chairman position will be mine tomorrow.”
“Honey, congratulations.” Sally smiled quite proudly. News of Jeffery’s status as a major shareholder of Hudson had been spread these days, so those rich wives who used to look down on her were rushing to fawn over her again. “When you take up the position of chairman and Rosabella and Stephen get married, our Cox family will stand at the top of Melbourne.”
“That’s right. We used to look up to the Harrison and Clark families, but soon, we’ll surpass them and become the most powerful family in Melbourne.”
Jeffery became more triumphant the more he thought about it and could not help but burst out in laughter.
Rosabella also laughed. “Dad, have you found Aunty Wendy already? She’s a ticking time bomb if we keep her.”
“Yes, that old woman knows too many things,” Sally hurriedly said.
“So what if she knows things? I’m the one in power now. Cate is just a measly little girl. What can she do to me?”
Jeffery sneered, not placing any importance on those people at all. “Even if she has Shaun Lyons behind her, I suspect that Shaun won’t stay alive for long.”
“Dad, Hugh Jewell has arrived in Melbourne.” Rosabella smiled strangely. “Ever since his sister’s death, he hates Shaun Lyons so much that he won’t stop until he kills him. His entire purpose of living is to kill Shaun Lyons.”
“Well done.” Jeffery gave her a praising look. “As expected of my daughter.”
Rosabella could not hide her happiness. Tomorrow, she would be the number one socialite in Melbourne. She no longer had to endure others looking down on her ever again.
…
The next day at 9:00 am.
The annual grand shareholders meeting was held.
Jeffery took Rosabella and entered with large strides. He was greeted by all the people who shook hands with him.
“President Cox, congratulations! I believe the position of chairman will be yours once Director Irvine steps down.”
“What are you saying? I just joined Hudson and am still not very clear about the internal matters yet,” Jeffery said modestly while restraining his smugness.
“What do you have to be clear about? That’s what the executives we hire with high salaries are for,” another man said flatteringly, “The future development of the company depends on Chairman Cox now.”
“Yes, yes, Chairman Cox. The little ones in the Levy family will be relying on you and Hudson,” President Levy also echoed.
“No problem.” Jeffery could no longer hold back the smug look on his face and laughed.
The meeting began, and Jeffery sat at Director Irvine’s immediate right.
Director Irvine took a sip of tea to moisten his throat and asked, “Is everyone here?”
“Everyone except Chris Jefferson has arrived,” President Cabel said, “But everyone knows that President Jefferson never attends the shareholders’ meeting. He never participates in the company affairs and only enjoys the dividends.”
“In that case, let the board meeting begin.”
Director Irvine said, “I’m now 70 years old and my health is not as good as it once was. I want to step down from my position and take care of my health, so the position of chairman must be filled by a capable person. It just so happens that this year, Old Madam Cox passed away and 60% of her shares were passed to her son, Jeffery Cox. In the future, he’ll be the largest shareholder of the company and has absolute authority.”
The room of shareholders immediately cast envious glances at Jeffery.
Jeffery’s lips curled upward. What was the point of being envious? Only he was destined for this.
President Levy smiled. “Chairman Cox is in his golden age and is mature and steady. I believe it’s best for him to take over the position of chairman.”
“Yes, we agree.”
“Let it be President Cox. I have no problems with this.”
“…”
The large conference room was filled with sounds of support.
Director Irvine nodded and said, “Since this is an election, we still have to follow the standard procedure. Raise of hands, everyone.”
The shareholders of the board raised their hands, and Director Irvine counted. “Ten votes out of 15 shareholders. It looks like my position belongs to President Cox now. No, I should call you Chairman Cox now.”
Jeffery rose with a spring in his step. “Thank you for your support, everyone. If I can take up the position of chairman, I’ll definitely lead Hudson to the top 300 in the world, or even the top 100. I’ll let everyone gain better dividends every year.”
“We believe in you.” Everyone raised their hands and applauded.
Jeffery could not stop smiling. His whole body seemed to be floating.
He had been chairman at Summit for half his life, but Summit was nothing compared to the status of Hudson.