No Wife, No Life Chapter 161

Harper indeed had a lot of great guys around her—Peyton, Jacob, Travis, and even Frank. Each one of them was way better than he was now.

From any angle, Caden no longer deserved Harper's love.

The only thing he was grateful for was that he had prepared his will and made all the necessary arrangements in advance. So even if FusionX Company really faced trouble now, Harper should be more than capable of handling it.

Jeremy thought for a moment before speaking again, "You must at least know how far Harper's AI project has come."

Caden offered a bitter smile, "How would I know? Ever since partnering with Harper, I haven't followed up on any AI-related projects."

"Idiot, you're such a playboy. Do you have any idea how much money AI can make?" Jeremy was infurious.

Given the situation, he really couldn't be sure if Harper truly cared about Caden.

"Since your current whereabouts are unknown, the Elikin family has teamed up with the board to besiege Harper, demanding that Harper hand over Caden's will and shares of assets."

He looked at Caden with a mocking expression.

"Look at you. You just had a car accident and aren't even dead yet, and people are already cursing you to die. I think you'd be better off dead."

A crippled Caden—how many people would still like him?

Without considering the benefits, even the best relationships would eventually wear out.

...

The news of FusionX Company's CEO going missing after a car accident at Devil's Racecourse had become a hot topic in all the major media outlets, and everyone was talking about it.

Some people speculated online.

[I went to the scene. It was horrific. Dozens of cars piled up, with the smell of leaking gasoline and blood everywhere. Devil's Racecourse often hosts racing events, but there hadn't been any recently. I think it was definitely a premeditated murder!]

[Exactly. Anyone with half a brain could guess. Harper just left the Lavien Group to join FusionX Company, and now the CEO of FusionX Company has an accident. Who wouldn't be suspicious?]

[According to insiders, Caden was emotionally clueless and had made a will early on, leaving all his assets and shares to Harper. If they can't find Caden's body this time, Harper will be the sole beneficiary, inheriting years of FusionX Company's assets.]

Some even questioned, [The real issue is that Harper cheated on Caden while still married. She got together with Caden right after her divorce, and now Caden has an accident. Everything revolves around Harper. Who dares to say these incidents have nothing to do with her? She's a jinx.]

[If all this is related to Harper, she must be thoroughly investigated. She's a cold-blooded murderer. She might do anything for that inheritance.]

[Harper isn't a good person, but are the Elikin family members any better? They're only after what Caden left behind. Otherwise, shouldn't they be looking for Caden? Why hold a board meeting at such a time? It's ridiculous.]

[Even if the Elikin family gets those assets, it's better than Harper getting them. Caden was an Elikin, after all. But Harper was just an outsider who hasn't even married into the Elikin family yet.]

[But Caden was really stupid. Harper didn't even marry him, so why leave everything to her? Does Harper deserve it?]

[Beauty is a curse. Harper's stunning looks have Caden completely bewitched.]

The internet was abuzz with people blaming Harper, as if she were the real culprit.

Just as the online chatter suggested, FusionX Company was holding a board meeting at that very moment.

Everyone was invited to the board meeting, except Harper. They did this to exclude her.

But she represented Caden, and with him gone, she had to attend.

When Harper woke up, there was still an hour before the board meeting officially started.

Her head was a bit dizzy, and as she got out of bed, her legs felt weak, and her chest ached.

"Peyton, have you prepared what I asked for?"

Peyton frowned deeply and sighed. "Are you really going?"

"With your current condition, how can you go? The Elikin family members are each more cunning than the last."

"Peyton, I know, but I have to go." She had to protect Caden's interests.

Peyton understood her stubbornness and knew he couldn't persuade her otherwise. He sighed deeply and went to get the wheelchair.

Harper shook her head. "No wheelchair today. In this situation, I can't afford to lose my momentum."

Peyton was furious. "Harper, are you crazy? Do you even know your own condition?"

"I'm not crazy. Peyton, trust me, I know what I'm doing."

Today's board meeting was crucial, so Harper couldn't afford to lose her momentum.

When they arrived at FusionX Company headquarters, the board meeting had already started.

The employees looked at Harper with odd expressions, clearly speculating about her involvement in Caden's accident.

At the top-floor conference room, Harper didn't knock. The security guard at the door was visibly startled but didn't dare stop her.

Peyton directly pushed open the conference room door.

As they entered, Marvin, who had been speaking confidently, was momentarily lost for words.

"Sorry, everyone, I'm late." Harper's eyes were sharp, with a clear coldness.

All eyes were on her.

She walked over, each step steady, and stopped at the head of the table where Marvin was sitting.

"Mr. Marvin Elikin, this seat seems to be mine."

She smiled faintly, but the smile was cold, and her eyes were filled with pride.

Before Marvin could respond, the other board members began whispering among themselves.

"Who's that blue-haired guy behind her?"

"Don't you know him? He's Peyton, the Vice President of FusionX Company."

"Why is Harper involved with Peyton now? Caden just had an accident, and she's already found a new backer. She really doesn't waste any time."

Finally, Brock, sitting at the board table, spoke mockingly. "Ms. Orsini, you are really something. My brother just had an accident, and you're already seducing a new man?"

Harper felt the aggressive stares, not just from Brock but from everyone in the room, like daggers aimed at her.

They were waiting for her response, to see how she would answer.

Harper looked up, her eyes cold, and her smile tinged with sarcasm. "Who are you?" Harper placed one hand on the table and spoke calmly.