“Help me come up with a foolproof plan. I must get Patrick!” Florence’s face darkened, her eyes gleaming with unwavering determination.
“Well…” Erica hesitated for a moment, then cautiously said, “I do have a method, but it might tarnish Florence’s reputation a bit…”
“Speak!” Florence urged.
“Make the best of a bad situation.” Erica leaned in close to Florence’s ear, lowering her voice.
“You mean?” Florence furrowed her brow slightly.
Erica nodded, “Florence, as long as you have that kind of relationship with Mr. Pansy, what do you have to fear from those two bitches, Jane and Candice?”
“But, Patrick is so indifferent to me. How could we have that kind of relationship?” Florence’s expression dimmed at Erica’s words.
Erica smirked, “We’ll need to use some means, of course.”
Florence squinted her eyes, pondering.
In fact, Florence had thought about this method before, but she used to disdain it.
Florence always believed that Patrick was temporarily captivated by Jane’s beauty, and his interest in Jane was merely a fleeting fancy.
She, Florence, the esteemed Miss Doyle of the Doyle family, possessed both power and beauty. What did Jane have that she lacked?
She was confident that Patrick would eventually realize her worth and fall in love with her.
However, Florence couldn’t wait any longer, and the current situation was increasingly unfavorable for her.
Despite her attempts to manipulate Monica, Anna, Freda, and others to deal with Jane, none of her schemes had succeeded.
She couldn’t wait any longer!
“According to you, what should I do?” Florence lowered her head, playing with the ring on her finger, seemingly casual as she asked.
Erica pondered before answering, “In a few days, it’s the anniversary celebration of the Doyle Group. Mr. Pansy should attend. Florence, this is a great opportunity.”
“You’re right.” Florence agreed.
“At that time, let’s be more discreet, and Mr. Pansy won’t suspect a thing.” Seeing Florence approve of her plan, Erica breathed a sigh of relief and continued scheming, “We’ll inform the press again. By then, all the media will report on your affair with Mr. Pansy. It’s a fait accompli; Mr. Pansy will definitely marry you.”
“But what if he disagrees?” Florence still had some concerns.
“How could he?” Erica’s eyes rolled around, “Once you have that intimate relationship, he won’t have a choice. The Pansy family is a prestigious clan. Can they afford this scandal?”
“Hmm.” Florence nodded lightly. “Even if he disagrees, my grandfather won’t approve! Even if our Doyle family can’t match up to the Pansy family, we’re still one of Guavo’s top families. If he dares to be irresponsible to me, the consequences will be dire!”
“Rest assured, Florence. You will succeed.” Erica kept flattering her, “Congratulations, Florence, the future Mrs. Pansy.”
These words made Florence ecstatic; she patted Erica’s hand. “Don’t worry, once I get what I want, I won’t mistreat you.”
“Thank you, Florence!” Erica smiled.
Thinking about the anniversary celebration in a few days, Florence’s lips curved into a determined smile.
Florence was ready to go all-in.
Regardless, she must become Patrick’s woman, the future Mrs. Pansy.
Patrick, this towering man, could only belong to her, Florence!
Even if she had to use despicable means, it was worth it!
Moreover, she had devised a foolproof plan. When the time came, she intended to drug herself as well. Even if Patrick got angry afterward, she could claim to be a victim. Both of them would have fallen victim to someone else’s scheme.
Florence had even found a scapegoat.
Everything was set for the anniversary celebration!
…
Pansy Group, CEO’s office.
Morton held a document, knocking on the door.
“Come in,” Patrick’s voice was cold.
Morton entered, “CEO, this document requires your signature.”
“Okay.” Patrick responded indifferently, taking the document, flipping through it, and then signing his name with bold strokes.
“This is an invitation from the Doyle family.” Morton presented a red-bordered, gold-trimmed invitation to Patrick. “The day after tomorrow is the Doyle Group’s fiftieth-anniversary celebration.”
“Put it aside, and prepare a gift for me,” Patrick said with a nonchalant expression.
Regardless, he would give face to the Doyle family.
“Yes, CEO.” Morton respectfully replied. “If there’s nothing else, I’ll leave.”
As Morton turned to leave, Patrick’s magnetic voice sounded from behind, “Is Jane at work?”
Morton paused and answered, “Miss North? She’s on leave.”
“I see, you can go.” Patrick furrowed his brow slightly.
Was Jane still accompanying Nana?
Patrick thought for a moment, took out his phone, and dialed Jane’s number.
Jane and Nana were having breakfast at a nearby tea restaurant, and her phone rang with a pleasant ringtone.
“Is there something you need?” Jane answered the call, her tone casual.
Why was this man calling her so early in the morning?
“Can’t I call you if there’s nothing?” Patrick’s tone was slightly displeased. “Jane, don’t you miss me?”
This woman seemed to avoid his calls. Was she really not interested in him?
Jane sighed, “I’m busy.”
Nana had a breakup, and she had spent the whole morning consoling her, but it was in vain.
Calling her early in the morning to show affection when Patrick knew she was busy-wasn’t this just adding to her troubles?
Detecting Jane’s indifference, Patrick’s gaze fell on the invitation lying on the table. He asked in a deep voice, “The Doyle Group’s anniversary celebration is the day after tomorrow. Will you attend it with me?”
“It’s not suitable for me to go, right?” Jane refused without hesitation.
She wasn’t interested in the Doyle Group’s anniversary celebration.
Thinking about Florence, Jane unconsciously tugged at the corners of her mouth. She didn’t want to give Florence another chance to plot against her.
“Don’t want to accompany me?” Patrick’s tone grew colder.
Feeling his displeasure, Jane explained, “Have you forgotten? We’re currently quarreling. If I accompany you to the banquet, wouldn’t all our previous efforts go to waste?”
Pausing, Jane remembered something else. “By the way, I’ll go to the hospital in the afternoon to check on Old Pansy. If everything is fine, he can be discharged. Remember to come pick up Old Pansy and put on another good show.”
“Good show?” Patrick furrowed his brow.
Jane smiled, “You know what I mean.”