Chapter 23 Ethan’s Instant Support
Chapter 23 Ethan’s Instant Support
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Felicity placed her hands on Silas’s shoulders and began to massage them gently.
“Jasmine is Arthur’s daughter, but she’s also your wife now-a Vance. Knowing that money will never come back, she shouldn’t be putting you in this position.
“I don’t think she’s thinking about you at all. She just sees you as a bank, oblivious to the massive pressure you’re under, Silas.
“If my father secures that plot of land, our partnership will officially begin. You’ll need every cent for that investment. It’s not a small amount of capital.”
Silas still looked hesitant.
“She is my wife, after all. If I just stand by and do nothing, it feels… wrong.”
Felicity’s hands paused for a split second, a wave of jealousy washing over her.
“Because she’s your wife, she should be looking out for you even more! Besides…”
A flicker of disdain crossed Felicity’s face.
“She isn’t even Arthur’s biological daughter. I think the Thornes are just using her status as Mrs. Vance to get you to settle their debts. They’ll probably use the ‘son-in-law’ card to never pay you back.
“Silas, think about it. You know I’m right.”
Jasmine waited for an hour.
Finally, Silas’s response arrived.
It wasn’t a call, but a text.
“Jasmine, the company is planning to build a new production facility. We need a massive amount of capital, so I can’t spare that kind of cash. I hope you understand.”
It was a cold, formal message.
As if Jasmine were nothing more than a casual acquaintance.
Jasmine closed her eyes and leaned back. Her chest felt tight, and she struggled to breathe.
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Chapter 23 Ethan’s Instant Support
Jasmine, Jasmine… this is the man you loved.
Were you completely blind back then?
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When Ethan Cross received Jasmine’s call, he was in the middle of a meeting at a branch office.
He called for an immediate recess.
Ethan stepped into the hallway and answered. The voice on the other end sounded muffled and heavy.
“Mr. Cross… there’s something… I need to ask you.”
“Go ahead.”
“Can we sign the contract tomorrow? Or… could you possibly pay me in advance?”
“Is it an emergency?”
Jasmine didn’t care about her pride anymore.
“Yes. It’s urgent.”
“I’m currently in a meeting at a branch office out of town,” Ethan said. “I won’t be back until the day after tomorrow. We might not make it for the contract signing.”
Jasmine took a deep breath, the last flicker of hope dying out.
“So, I’ll just transfer the money to you now. I’ll have accounting handle it immediately. If things move fast, it’ll be in your account by tomorrow morning.”
Jasmine froze for a long time. It felt surreal, like she was lost in a fog.
He just… agreed?
She was so stunned she forgot to even say thank you.
“Is it enough?” Ethan asked. “If not, I can pay you the maintenance and update fees in advance as well.”
Jasmine found her voice. “It’s enough. Mr. Cross… thank you.”
“I do expect something in return, though,” he said.
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09:23 Mon, May 25
Chapter 23 Ethan’s Instant Support
Hearing that, Jasmine didn’t feel a hint of worry.
She had a feeling that a man like Ethan Cross wouldn’t say anything to humiliate her.
Jasmine breathed a sigh of relief. “What is it?”
“From now on, let’s use each other’s names.”
Jasmine offered a genuine smile. “Alright. Thank you… Ethan.”
She couldn’t believe how easily the problem had been solved.
When she met Sierra that night, she told her the whole story.
Sierra’s focus, however, was completely off-track.
“What’s his face like? How tall is he? Is he fit? Does he have a good build?”
Jasmine couldn’t help but laugh. “Sierra, I was there for a business deal, not a blind date.”
“One doesn’t stop the other! Tell me everything!”
Jasmine was being shaken so hard that she finally gave in. “Fine, fine! I’ll tell you.”
“His face…”
Jasmine suddenly stopped mid-sentence.
A tall, lean figure had just walked into the room.
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