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Chapter 13 Buying Over Southlake Corporation
Moments later, the Stewarts finally regained their senses. Then, they burst out laughing.
“Has he lost his mind? Holding his wedding on the same day as Mr. Richard! He’s going to
humiliate
himself!”
“A grand wedding, huh? He’s not only a loser but also a show-off. I can’t get why Willow
likes him.”
“Look. His clothes have faded due to frequent washing. Yet he boasts about holding a
wedding a
thousand times grander than Alicia’s!”
“Willow, I really don’t understand what you see in him. You know what? I think you should
divorce him. The sooner, the better. You have so many admirers. Pick anyone, and they’ll
surpass this loser easily.” 1
Willow’s expression darkened as she listened to her family’s jeers. She wanted nothing but
to shut
Caspian up.
She was furious after listening to his bragging. “Caspian, why would you brag about
having a grand
wedding? Can you please be more practical?
“I never knew you were such a show-off! You’re enjoying the moment, no doubt. But have
you thought
about how humiliated I’ll feel when the time comes?”
But then, he gazed straight into her eyes. His gaze was solemn and passionate. “Honey,
I’m not bragging.
I’ll walk the talk. When the time comes, I’ll ensure you become Southlake City’s happiest
bride.”
She was immediately stunned. Caspian sounded sincere. It didn’t seem like he was
boasting.
Willow could feel his determination when she met his gaze. She chose to believe
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“Okay. I believe you.” She didn’t even know why.
Maybe it was because of his firm gaze. Or it could also be because of his heartfelt
confession.
“Alright then. Let’s do it this way. Let’s have our wedding at the same time that day. Then
we’ll know
whose marriage is more glamorous,” Alicia suggested.
“Alright. Willow will surely have a memorable wedding on the 30th,” said Caspian.
“Deal. You’d better not bail on Willow at the last minute!” Alicia imagined them feeling
embarrassed on
her wedding day. She couldn’t help but scoff.
“Cas… Caspian Lynch, right? What if you fail to keep your promise?” Marilyn abruptly
asked.
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“Weren’t you guys egging us on to divorce? If I fail to keep my promise, I’ll break up with
Willow and leave Southlake City altogether,” he said.
“Sure. Everyone here is a witness. No one forced you to say that. When the time comes, I
hope you’ll keep
your promise.”
Marilyn had always considered the daughters of the Stewart family as alliance tools. They
were born to help the Stewart family ally with other elite families through marriage.
After Willow and Caspian divorced, she would take Willow’s marriage into her own hands.
She would then let her marry a young man from a reputable elite family in Southlake City.
“Don’t worry. I will,” Caspian promised.
“You heard him, Willow. Are you sure you’re leaving the Stewart Residence with such a
boastful loser?” Marilyn asked.
“Yes, I am!” Willow was enraged, too. She didn’t even hesitate.
“Alright. That’s your choice. As the head of the Stewart family, I’ll retract all of Willow’s
shares in Stewart Group. I’ll consider returning them to you after you’ve cleared your mind
and divorced this loser,” Marilyn
said coldly.
Silence followed. Who could’ve expected Marilyn to banish Willow from Stewart Group?
Willow had her own company, but without Stewart Group’s support, her company would
probably fail to
attract any business.
She was stunned. She started her own company, but she had also been helping out at
Stewart Group all
these years.
But now, Marilyn decided to cast her out just because she wasn’t pleased with her
husband.
“I hope you won’t regret it. After this, you’d better not beg Willow and me for help,” said
Caspian calmly.
“The Stewart family, begging you for help! You’re delusional!” Marilyn scoffed.
Marilyn was worried. Willow could always use her identity to withdraw money from Stewart
Group. Thus, Willow might use that money for the wedding. That was why she froze
Willow’s shares.
That was also why she chose to drive Willow out of Stewart Group. Firstly, it was to protect
Stewart Group’s property. Secondly, it could also cut off a great amount of Willow’s
income.
“You’re kidding us, Caspian. You haven’t taken your pills today, I assume. Why would we
beg a loser like you for help?” retorted Henry.
“Nonsense. You’re just a loser. There’s no way we’d beg you. You’re worth nothing to us!
Now, get lost!”
Alicia mocked him.
They were delighted to see Willow being driven out of Stewart Group.
Thus, Stewart Group would be theirs in the future.
They had been conspiring about how to drive her out of the company and the family. But
now, they didn’t have to do anything. Willow was already eliminated.
“Willow, let’s go.” Caspian didn’t want to waste his time on them. He tugged Willow, who
was gaping, and
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“Scram! I hate people who keep showing off but are really incapable!” Marilyn’s harsh
words came from
behind.
They had already stepped out of the gates when Willow came back to her senses.
“Caspian, you can always tell me if you want to break up. Why must you stir up trouble
during the banquet and humiliate me?” Willow asked furiously.
Caspian was stunned. “I don’t intend to break up.”
“Well, why did you make that bet with my grandmother then? And before my family, too,”
she asked.
“Because I’m sure I’ll win.”
“Now there’s only the two of us. Stop pretending. I’m now your wife since we’ve already
gotten our marriage certificates. I have some savings left for you to organize the wedding.
I don’t want you to feel
embarrassed!”
“Don’t worry, honey. I’ll keep my word!” Caspian’s eyes were again full of determination.
Willow remembered the 12 million dollars he invested in her company. Could he really be
the lucky winner
of the 15 million dollars?
If he was, he should still have three million dollars. (1)
That should be enough for a wedding.
At that thought, she asked, “Let’s go home… Where do you live?”
“Let’s go to your house, honey. I’m renting, and the house is too small.” Caspian scratched
his head and
“You…” She shook her head resignedly. Then, she sighed. “Hop on.”
He got into the car with a smile. Then, he texted Sylvia.
“There are two things to be done. Firstly, Willow and I will have a wedding on the 30th of
this month. It must leave the entire Southlake City in awe.
“Secondly, buy over Southlake Corporation on my behalf by tonight. I’ll take over the
duties as the CEO
tomorrow.”
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