Second Chance: Marrying into Wealth Chapter 54

Paula originally wanted to take a gamble, but after hearing my analysis, she couldn't help but curse, "Bad man!"

Then I dialed Lawrence's number.

The call went through, but after several rings, as I expected, he didn't answer.

Our group also walked out of the police station.

Fallon took the initiative, "Ms. Turner, Ms. Ellis, the car is waiting at the entrance to take you back."

"Ms. Knight, you've already gone through the trouble today, no need to send us, taking a cab is no hassle."

I was about to refuse.

However, Paula, with her sharp eyes, already saw the car at the entrance, "Ms. Knight, the car you mentioned waiting, wouldn't be this one, right? A Maybach, a luxury car! No wonder being in your circle has prospects, you're already driving luxury cars, your mentor Mr. Cook must be even more impressive."

"Ms. Ellis, you're joking, I don't have that capability, the car belongs to our boss, Mr. Collins." Fallon knew Paula was teasing and joking, she replied with a smile.

Mr. Collins?

Christopher's face suddenly popped into my mind.

I couldn't help but shake my head to dismiss such a guess, how could I think it was him!

But the next moment, the originally closed car door slowly opened, revealing Christopher's noble and untouchable face.

He was wearing a tailored suit, showcasing his perfect inverted triangle physique, and from my angle, I could see his straight and long legs.

"Christopher, Mr. Collins?"

Paula couldn't help but exclaim.

Fallon nodded and added, "The investor of Summit Innovations Group, Mr. Collins!"

Just then, Christopher turned to look at us.

Our eyes met, and the moment he saw me, his brows furrowed slightly, seemingly displeased.

Actually, seeing Christopher now, I wasn't that scared, but for some reason, the way he looked at me made me feel guilty, like being caught by a parent after a group fight.

Ah, I actually thought of Christopher as a parent.

I was startled by my own thought and quickly lowered my head, avoiding his gaze.

Luckily, Paula was there, making sure it wasn't awkward.

She pulled me into the car, sitting directly opposite Christopher, forcing me to face him up close.

At this moment, I was too embarrassed to ask Paula to switch seats.

Paula, as if not noticing my embarrassment, greeted Christopher with a smile, "Mr. Collins, long time no see.

I heard that Melinda used to live with you when you were kids, so you're practically family. Melinda is my good friend, so we're all family. If there's any cooperation in the future, Mr. Collins, please take care of your family."

Paula was good at seizing opportunities, always ready to discuss business.

This ability of hers wasn't something everyone had, no matter how much training I had, I probably couldn't do it.

However, last time Paula only mentioned that Christopher invested in some projects, but I didn't expect he had already invested in something like Summit Innovations Group.

I couldn't help but steal a glance at him.

Even when he was silent, he exuded authority, his sharp brows adding to his edge, yet his deep eyes made him seem steady, giving a reliable impression.

Christopher, hearing Paula's words, raised his brows at her, "Ms. Ellis, you're right, next time we cooperate, you should give a bigger discount, we're family after all!"

Paula was momentarily speechless, and I couldn't help but laugh.

Paula glared at me, accusingly saying, "Melinda, whose side are you on, you have to choose one today!"

Christopher looked at me, his gaze seemed to ripple, but under the light, it was hard to see clearly.

I immediately surrendered, "I'm not on any side, you guys go ahead, just consider me a bystander!"

Christopher chuckled lightly, "Weren't you quite good at fighting, scared now?"

Honestly, the fight was exhilarating, I did feel quite powerful at the time.

But for some reason, in front of Christopher, I didn't dare to say that.

I gave Paula a pleading look, and she finally noticed my plea, changing the topic to ask Christopher, "Mr. Collins, are you here on business? Ms. Knight arrived quite quickly."

The call had just been made, and Fallon arrived shortly after.

Fallon, hearing her name, was about to respond, "No, I..."

"Just passing by!" Christopher interrupted her.

Fallon's expression was slightly strange, but she didn't deny it.

I was curious about what they were hiding, but maybe Christopher had a special schedule that couldn't be disclosed.

Christopher looked at me, "What are their plans?"

"That Clara is determined to take us to court, wanting us to go to jail, hmph, she's dreaming." Paula couldn't help but say.

She also asked a few more questions, "I heard Clara hired the Simpson family's legal team, they're said to be very good."

Paula wasn't doubting Fallon's abilities, just wanting to gauge the chances of winning.

Mainly it was about the compensation, jail time was unlikely.

"And you? What do you think?" Christopher suddenly asked me.

I couldn't help but mutter, the problem isn't solved yet, as if what I say would make a difference, "Can you grant wishes? I want to counter-sue them, is that even possible?"

After all, I was the one who initiated the fight.

The more I thought about it, the guiltier I felt.

"At least you know how to fight back when provoked, not bad."

"Huh?" Christopher's sudden comment made me look up at him, seeing a fleeting smile in his eyes, I was sure it wasn't my imagination.

It must be an illusion.

Otherwise, how could his words sound like praise.

"Fighting back is fine, but not everything is worth it, someone like Clara isn't worth dirtying your hands." Christopher's eyes flashed with a hint of coldness, his gaze lingering on my face for a moment.

Although his words sounded like a reprimand, I knew he was mocking that disgusting woman Clara, and my mood instantly lifted, seeing Christopher as even more grand and imposing.

"Mr. Collins, regarding the Simpson family, should I proactively contact their legal team, or wait?" Fallon couldn't help but ask.

Christopher's eyes turned cold, dismissive of the Simpson Group, "The Simpson Group wouldn't dare, no need to bother, as for accountability, it's up to the involved party's wishes."

Mentioning the involved party, Christopher glanced in my direction.

Then I heard him say, "I promised your parents to take care of you, I'll protect you, you don't have to compromise."

At that moment, it felt like something was blooming inside me, he seemed to shine in my eyes.

My eyes inexplicably felt a bit teary, like a lonely and helpless child suddenly finding someone to rely on, no longer fighting alone.

"Thank you!" I couldn't help but say.

Christopher didn't say anything, and the lively car fell silent again.

Since my place was the farthest, the driver dropped off Paula and Fallon first, leaving just me and Christopher.

In the spacious car, it felt even more empty, so empty that I didn't know where to look.

Then, I accidentally glanced at Christopher's slightly moving Adam's apple.