Chapter 413 The Rodriguez family takes over
Winnie felt completely helpless, her face darkened. She waved to Rock and hurriedly ended the conversation. Sidney suddenly narrowed his cold eyes, looked up at Rock, and sneered, "Don't pretend to be a good person. You probably investigated my mother's identity as the Blanchet family's young lady a long time ago. Saying that you support her is just deceiving her. The truth is, you want to marry her without putting in any effort. Dream on. My mommy belongs to my daddy, who is undoubtedly the top heir in the country!" With that, he stuck his tongue out and walked away. Rock stood there, in the darkness, with a moment of gloom crossing his gentle eyes. He didn't expect this little devil to hit the nail on the head. When Elliott was released from prison, he had mentioned about Winnie's background and Rock had been paying attention since then. Rock clenched his fist slightly. He had thought that once Winnie broke up with Lawrence, he would smoothly take his place. But unexpectedly, Lawrence suddenly became the top heir in the country. A coldness flashed in Rock's eyes. He planned to observe how things would unfold. The night before leaving, Winnie met with her two best friends, Olivia and Laura. "Ah, everything changed so suddenly. You're also moving to Trento City. Winnie, I will miss you so much!" Olivia's eyes glistened with tears. "And I heard that the Blanchet family is huge as well. Noble families—there are no easy paths in noble families. I wonder if you'll be thrown into a raging fire when you enter." Laura responded coolly, "As for our Winnie, don't you know who she is? Besides suffering from Lawrence's betrayal, could she possibly suffer any further?" Olivia agreed and said, "No woman can escape the trials of love. But this stepmother and stepsister are a disgusting combination!" "You'll understand once you see it for yourself." Winnie narrowed her beautiful eyes, took a sip of wine, and sighed. Turning to them, she reassured, "Don't be sad. It's just a two-hour flight to Trento City. If you miss me, I'll come back. But honestly, I worry more about the two of you than anything else." She then turned to Olivia, voicing her fear, "Olivia, I'm really afraid that Sam will take you and forcibly marry you into the DeRoss family, snatching your child away. Jeremy is in Trento City now and can't keep an eye on his brother. And Laura, will you be all right? You don't seem to look good." Laura's face paled. She looked down at her stomach and avoided eye contact as she said, "Maybe it's just the hot weather affecting my appetite. Ray and I have been trying for so many years and still haven't conceived. It's not that coincidental. Don't worry about us. If Darcy tries to tempt Ray, I have my own way to deal with her. I don't want to be weak anymore!" Olivia changed the subject, saying, "Speaking of which, Lawrence is also in Trento City. Your status as a young lady from the Blanchet family matches him perfectly. Will you two reconnect?" Winnie was taken aback and glared at her. Olivia bit her lip, and winked. "Oh! I see someone's anger dissipating. Women are tough on the surface but soft as persimmons inside." Winnie blushed slightly but remained silent. She had been brainwashed by Madam Rodriguez, after all. The next morning, Winnie arrived at Lymington Airport with Sidney. Unexpectedly, Carlos had flown in on a private plane and was already waiting for them. Though Winnie's expression remained calm, a hint of tenderness flashed in her eyes. It was her first time experiencing fatherly love, a feeling that was unfamiliar yet warm. She took a deep breath and smiled at Carlos. "Dad." Carlos became slightly teary-eyed. "Winnie, I'm glad you've come to your senses. Dad will bring you home. Is this my grandson? Come on, let's board the plane with your grandfather." Meanwhile, in Trento City, at the Rodriguez family's conglomerate, the morning sunlight bathed the grand and imposing square. A row of luxury cars discreetly lined up in front of the company gate: three Audis in the front and back, with a Bentley in the middle. The car door of the Bentley opened, revealing a man with an exceptionally imposing presence who strode forward with long, purposeful strides. Lawrence, dressed in a black suit, possessed a tall and handsome figure exuding an icy aura. When his slender black eyes lifted a bit, a calm intimidation swept through the neatly arranged employees in the lobby. Unconsciously, everyone took a breath and stood even straighter. It was said that Lawrence, the head of the number one family in the country, was returning. The next day, he would take control of the company. Even the smallest employee of the Rodriguez Family Corporation was considered an elite among elites. With complex factions within the company, everyone was watching, waiting for Lawrence to show up, feeling tense and afraid to make a fool of themselves. Witnessing his extraordinary presence and the aura of an exceptional leader, the thought he truly lived up to being Bob's own son flashed through everyone's minds. It was rumored that he previously held power in Island Electronics, an extraordinary multinational corporation. The female employees excitedly whispered among themselves, "Even more handsome than Mars and Sean!" "Lawrence, please come this way," the company secretary said, and instantly, silence fell upon everyone. The secretary led Lawrence to the elevator, pressing the button for the Vice CEO's elevator. Luke followed alongside Lawrence, sneering coldly, and instead pressed the button for the "CEO Exclusive Elevator." Lawrence didn't even raise his gaze as he walked into the CEO Exclusive Elevator.
The secretary stood outside, perplexed. "Lawrence, this elevator is actually reserved for Bob and Mars, even Bryan takes the adjacent one." "Starting today, let's change the rules a bit," Lawrence calmly spoke up. A quietness fell around, and people silently speculated. When Lawrence lifted his gaze and scanned the surroundings, Luke immediately understood and asked the secretary, "Lawrence has just joined, and all the top executives were supposed to come to greet him. Who was missing this morning?" The secretary hesitated before speaking, "Mars and the bosses of his subsidiary companies, Bryan, and the top executives from his division, as well as Samir and several shareholders. Some are in meetings, some are ill..." As more and more absentees were reported, the crowd understood that those waiting outside to welcome Lawrence were merely the less distinguished employees of the company. The absence of the true key figures was like silently slapping them in the face. Lawrence curled his lips in disdain. Luke glanced at Lawrence and immediately spoke with a smile, "Perhaps the several influential figures in the company all wanted Lawrence to see who these companies truly belong to. So, Lawrence, why not tell them that hard work should be rewarded and those who cannot perform should take a break? Since there are so many managers falling ill, it would be best if Lawrence does not neglect them and simply allows them to retire. Bryan's three sick executives and Samir can all be released!" The secretary was shocked. "Lawrence, it's your first day in office today, and it might not be suitable to fire so many people; it will cause chaos within the company." The elevator doors closed, and Lawrence remained silent, not looking at Luke. But the order to terminate was issued promptly at eight o'clock from the Rodriguez family CEO's office system. It was no joke. In the shareholders' office, there was an air of tension. Upon receiving the news, Bryan slammed the table and exclaimed, "Who does Lawrence think he is? He dares to fire three of my subordinates! He's become arrogant!" "This newcomer has some guts. What's so impressive about Island Electronics?" Sean casually spoke, his tone full of disdain, reminiscent of the privileged young masters of Trento City. Bryan looked at his own son, his anger clouding his face. "All you know is how to play around. If only you had some spine, you wouldn't have been overpowered by that devious Mars in the past. Now, even your eldest son's position is going to be taken away. Is Island Electronics really that formidable? But I don't believe Bob didn't secretly support the illegitimate child!" "That's nothing special, Dad. He fired your boss which is a foolish move. Without your support, which General Manager of the Rodriguez family would cooperate with him? He can't even get the work started! In this treacherous environment of the Rodriguez family, he won’t last a day," Sean remarked.
Bryan narrowed his eyes, acknowledging Sean's point.
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