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In the afternoon, Chris came to the office. “Cate, here’s ten billion dollars or so for the working capital. It should be able to support the company for the time being.”
“Uncle Chris…” Cate was touched. Under such circumstances, every other director was just criticizing things and defending themselves. They were not willing to contribute any money.
“Your mom built this company painstakingly. I don’t wish to see it shut down.” Chris let out a long sigh. “By the way, what did you find out about your mom’s death?”
After some thought, Cate replied, “I think my mom’s death has nothing to do with the Wicks family. I bumped into Fergus previously and he was not at all bothered about the incident of hurting me. When I mentioned my mom’s death though, he looked puzzled and didn’t seem to be lying.”
“That’s strange. Before your mom passed away, her last call came from Canberra.” Chris felt bewildered. “Was there someone else behind the incident?”
Cate rubbed her temples. Her mind was in a mess.
Chris could tell that she was worn out. After a while, he said helplessly, “The stress you’re experiencing now is too much for you at this young age. If you can’t handle it, just return to Melbourne.”
“…Okay.”
Cate was in a daze. At times, she felt that she should not have come to Canberra at all. Originally, she thought that her relationship with Joel could improve, which would allow her to gradually gain the upper hand. Nevertheless, the Wicks family was reliant on the Lyons family who served as their strong support.
Indeed, she was worn out.
She was out the next few days. However, the relevant parties refused to meet her.
When she walked out of the property bureau, she happened to come across Liam.
Liam was stunned to see her. After not seeing her for some time, he noticed the pale look on the illegitimate daughter of the Yule family’s face. It seemed that she had not been sleeping well the past few days.
She looked tall in a light blue knitwear and a white skirt. Her features were attractive, and her black hair casually fell over her shoulders. Indeed, her beauty could easily evoke a man’s pity.
“You look tired, Miss Cox. Are you facing any issues?” Liam asked with a smile. His appearance was different from Shaun’s. Shaun’s strong features exuded an aura of indifference. In contrast, there was an aura of elegance on Liam. Liam had soft features, and he looked boyish when he smiled.
“Yeah. There’s an issue with the company.” Cate nodded weakly at him.
Liam raised his brows in surprise. “I’m on good terms with the commissioner here. Perhaps I can lend you a hand?”
Cate was dumbfounded. She had not planned on asking him for help. After all, he was part of the Lyons family. Having said that, she seemed to be left with no alternative.
“Anyway… If I help you, you’ll then owe me a favor.” Liam winked at her with a smile.
Cate forced a smile. “Considering my low status, I might not be able to return the favor, Second Young Master Lyons.”
“It depends. Given that you were able to keep your composure even on the verge of death, I think you’re promising.” Liam suddenly gazed at her and smiled. “I understand how you’re feeling right now. Our situation is similar. In the Lyons family, people always call me an illegitimate son who ruined the family.”
Cate was taken aback. She had actually disliked Liam back then. However, both of them were in a similar situation now. “You shouldn’t be bothered about it, Second Young Master Lyons. We didn’t get to choose our backgrounds. What’s more, your life is more blissful than mine. Your parents are married.”
“Yeah. Even so, other people tend to compare me to my brother. I always live in his shadow.” Liam shrugged helplessly. “Come, I’ll bring you along to meet the commissioner.”
“…Thank you, Second Young Master Lyons.”
Cate trailed after him after hesitating for a moment. Given that there were over 10,000 employees in the company, she could not afford to give up on the chance.
…
Three days later.
Shaun returned to Canberra after his meeting abroad ended. As soon as the plane landed at the airport, Hadley reported the company’s situation to him.
Shaun quietly listened. After he got into the car, Hadley said, “The license for Hudson’s land has been settled.”
Shaun took off the tie around his neck. “That’s my territory. Who assisted her?”
“Second Young Master Lyons.”
“…”
There was a moment of silence.
Hadley felt intimidated when he realized that Shaun was curling his exquisite, thin lips. “What’s Liam planning to do?”
“Is it because Second Young Master Lyons has found out about it?” Hadley asked skeptically.
“I think he’s been too idle recently. The project in Country F hasn’t been progressing. Assign him there to deal with it,” Shaun ordered somberly.
Hadley was torn. “The issue of racism in Country F has become very severe. Recently, it’s not very safe there. Old Madam Lyons might be upset about it.”
“She’s been upset with a lot of things anyway.” With total indifference, Shaun chuckled. “Is Cate under the impression that Hudson is safe and she can live her life without worries? Unfortunately, she has too many weak points.”
Furrowing his brows, Hadley sensed that Shaun was going mad. Again, Lyons Corporation would soon be in an uproar when it had just finally settled down.
…
On the day the construction on Hudson’s land began, Cate gave Liam a call. “Thank you for your help earlier, Second Young Master Lyons. I’d like to treat you to a meal as a token of my appreciation.”
“I won’t be able to make it.” Liam gave a bitter laugh. “I’ve just arrived in Country F. My brother assigned me here to follow up on a project.”
Cate was startled. “But I heard Country F is currently in a mess. There’s an ongoing conflict between the southern and northern parts of the country. Many Australians always get themselves into deep trouble there. How is it possible that Shaun made you go there?”
Liam kept quiet for a minute and then answered, “I’m not too sure either. He suddenly flew into a rage, but anyway, that’s not unusual. I suppose he has long since hated the sight of me.”
“…”
Obviously, that was unusual.
Cate felt like throwing insults. She knew for sure that Shaun had found out that Liam came to her assistance.
“Don’t worry. My mom will find a way to send me back as soon as possible,” Liam comforted her and said.
“Okay. I’ll treat you to a meal when you’re back, then.”
…
At night, Wesley took her to a western restaurant for dinner.
Wesley did not say a word throughout the journey. No matter how slow-witted Cate was, she could sense that he was unhappy. “What’s wrong? Who offended you?”
“You moved out of the Yule household and stayed in a hotel alone without informing me. You didn’t inform me about the problem in your company as well.” Wesley frowned in annoyance. “Cate, I’m your fiancé, but why do I feel that you’re treating me as a stranger?”
“…”
Cate hesitated for a while and said, “You have a lot of matters to deal with in your own company as well. I didn’t want to bother you with my problems—”
“Regardless of the number of matters going on in my company, I can handle them. Since you’re my girlfriend, it’s my responsibility to assist you as much as I can. Aren’t men supposed to share their women’s burden?”
Wesley turned grim. “I know I’m not powerful in a place like Canberra, but I want you to know that no matter what happens, I’ll do my utmost to help you. Cate, you make me feel very useless.”
“Sorry.” Cate was apologetic. “I won’t do it anymore.”
“If you’re really apologetic, check out of the hotel and stay with me.” Wesley held her hand. “I’ve bought a villa in Canberra, which is perfect for both of us to stay.”
Cate subconsciously resisted the idea. When he was injured before this, he was unable to do anything. Now that he had recovered, she could not guarantee that nothing would happen to her if she lived under the same roof as him.
“I…”
At that very moment, Wesley’s phone rang. After he picked up the call, his expression changed drastically. “I’m coming right now.”
“Cate, I have some urgent business to attend to. I won’t be able to accompany you tonight.” With that, Wesley rose to his feet and left hurriedly.
Cate was stunned. Even though she had known him for some time, this was her first time seeing him in such an anxious state.
After she got back to the hotel, she learned through the television that something had gone wrong with the drugs produced by Golden Corporation. At present, Wesley was being detained.
The news astounded her. She quickly brought a lawyer to the detention center. Nevertheless, the lawyer failed to bail Wesley out.