The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance novel Chapter 1688

Leonard's business management skills were exceptional. In the few years he had been the head of the Lerman family, he'd made The Lerman Group thrive, and his other ventures were flourishing as well.

Even if he no longer worked at The Lerman Group, he would still receive dividends.

Though he'd lost his decision-making power, the upside was that he could get paid without doing any work.

Of course, if the company ran into trouble, he would also bear the greatest risk.

However, a top-tier corporation like The Lerman Group already had a stable operational structure.

It wouldn't go bankrupt so easily.

After leaving his post at The Lerman Group, Leonard could devote his time and energy to his secondary industries.

So, all in all, it wasn't a huge loss for him.

Stella said, "If we can hit his private businesses, it will be a major blow to Leonard."

After Joshua left, Stella had thrown all her energy into her work.

Since Leonard was the head of the Lerman family, most people focused their attention on The Lerman Group.

While Leonard's private industries were doing well, they were still a long way from a colossal entity like The Lerman Group.

Besides, a behemoth like The Lerman Group was difficult to take down easily.

And she had already reached an agreement with Harland Lerman, so she couldn't very well go after his family's company.

She would fail to secure the partnership and make another enemy in the process.

So, Stella took a different approach and decided to target his private assets.

She then began her investigation and planning.

She was very patient, waiting for over half a year until an opportunity finally presented itself.

"Leonard's been shot and will be taken to the hospital for surgery," Stella added. "We can hit another one of his shipments while he's occupied."

Joshua was silent for a few seconds before saying, "Yes, that's a good idea."

Normally, Joshua would have discussed the plan with her in detail.

Today, however, he was unusually quiet.

Finding it strange, Stella looked up at him.

Her words seemed to please Joshua, and the frost in his eyes instantly melted.

A slight smile touched his thin lips, and the menacing aura around him gradually dissipated.

He finally let go of the matter with Leonard.

Joshua switched to a more serious topic. "Star, I heard Jonathan has started targeting you. What's your plan?"

Stella had already figured out her strategy. "I don't have the capital to build my own businesses like Leonard or Israel Williams. For now, I have to rely on The Williams Group.

"To outside partners, signing a contract with me is the same as signing with The Williams Group.

"As the future heir, those partners were naturally eager to stay in Jonathan's good graces.

"In terms of connections and resources, I'm certainly no match for Jonathan.

"However..."

Stella smiled faintly. "Even though Jonathan is stealing the deals I worked so hard for, I can use Aurora's absence to take her resources.

"The resources and partnerships Aurora has were all handpicked for her by father and Jonathan. They're miles better than anything I could secure on my own."