Chapter 108 Going to Country M for Treatment
That evening, Christopher returned from the hospital.
At Christopher's Mansion, the aroma of food wafted through the air.
"What did Jerry instruct the kitchen to cook? Why does it smell so good?"
Karen heard the sound and quickly got up from the sofa, walking briskly towards the entrance. "You're back!"
She smiled and linked arms with Christopher.
"Jerry said you were in a good mood today, so he had the kitchen prepare a few more dishes."
Christopher patted her hand. "You haven't been back in a while either. Tonight, Ronald is also here. The two of you can have a drink with me."
"Okay, do you think I've lost weight recently?"
As soon as Christopher sat down, Karen spun around in front of him.
"Is it because managing the group's affairs is too exhausting? Why don't you take a break and let Ronald take care of the overseas department for a while? Go on a vacation, find a boyfriend. It's my fault, giving you so many responsibilities that you don't even have time to date."
Ronald and Karen were his right-hand men.
Although Christopher was the main person in charge of the Windsor Group, he often delegated tasks to Ronald and Karen.
On the one hand, it was because he was getting older and indeed wanted to slack off.
On the other hand, Ronald and Karen were the successors he personally selected and cultivated. Letting go of some things was also a way for them to gain experience.
The overseas projects were the result of her hard work.
Why should she just hand it over to Ronald and reap the benefits?
Karen sat next to Christopher and coquettishly said, "I'm not interested in dating. I just want to stay by your side and help you manage the group. I can handle the overseas projects. It's actually Ronald who should find a wife. He's not young anymore."
Karen deftly shifted the blame onto Ronald.
Christopher laughed, "Both of you are not young anymore, you should think about dating, even if you don't get married, at least emotionally open up. Karen can still wait another two years, but Ronald, you're almost thirty. If you don't find a wife soon, you'll become an old man in their eyes."
Ronald poured a cup of tea and handed it to Christopher.
"I haven't met the right person yet."
"Alright, when you meet the right person, you should be more proactive."
Christopher only casually mentioned a few words. He didn't really care about their personal relationships. He was always open-minded towards younger generations.
Soon, it was time for dinner.
Christopher looked at the table full of delicious food and suddenly thought of Juniper.
He gave orders, "Jerry, have the cook prepare some light and nutritious dishes and send them to the hospital for Juniper to eat. Juniper is all alone in the hospital."
"Alright, I will have the cook do it right away."
Upon hearing this, Karen bit her lip and asked, "Who is Juniper?"
"Oh, Juniper, she's around your age. This poor child had a tough fate, fell into the sea and I saved her. She has emphysema, quite severe."
"Emphysema? Can it be treated?"
"Anthony Walker said to send her to the Mayo Clinic in the M country for treatment, so we'll get her a visa in a few days and send her there."
Karen felt even more uneasy in her heart. "You've only known her for a few days and you're already so concerned for her? What if she has ulterior motives?"
Christopher laughed, "What ulterior motives could she have? If she had any motives, she would have come to me for a job when I handed her my business card. This child, she just can't see clearly. Fortunately, she was rescued in time after jumping into the sea, she's also lucky."
Karen looked at the table full of food and suddenly lost her appetite.
‘Juniper only appeared a few days ago and Dad is already treating her so well. If this goes on for a long time, will the entire company be handed over to an outsider?’ She thought.
After dinner, Karen brought a plate of fruit into Christopher's study.
Christopher was sitting at the desk, looking at old photos of his late wife.
"Dad, are you thinking of Mom again?"
"Your Mom passed away early, her lungs were also not well. In those days, medical treatment wasn't like it is now. I took her to see doctors all over the place, but there was no solution. Later, I became determined and didn't want to watch her die before my eyes. So I let the hospital keep her alive, but she went through a lot of pain. Juniper always reminds me of your Mom, and I can't help but feel sympathy for her."
Karen's gaze swept across the desk and landed on a contract.
It was a supply chain partnership.
"Dad, are we really going to collaborate with SY? SY has many agreements that are quite dominant, will we not suffer?"
"This time, he went to the Imperial Capital to visit and inspect the SY company. Their management, including the corporate culture, was quite disciplined. The price offered by SY was reasonable, and they were a large corporation. As a supplier, if they could establish a strategic partnership with SY, they could have a long-term cooperation."
"The contract hasn't been signed yet, Dad. For safety's sake, I think it's better if I meet this Magnus."
"Haven't you been busy with overseas affairs recently? Let Ronald handle this. Ronald is a man, and he is also your brother, so he should take on more responsibility."
Karen pursed her lips, feeling a bit unhappy.
Christopher smiled, "I know you have high aspirations, but you are too impatient and radical in your actions. Ronald handles things more cautiously, so you should learn more from him. Alright, stop being petty and go call Ronald. I need to talk to him."
"Yes, Dad."
Karen reluctantly left the study and went downstairs to call Ronald.
With her arms crossed, she said, "Dad is looking for you."
Ronald was just about to go upstairs.
Karen added, "Dad has taken in another goddaughter. Don't blame me for not reminding you, but if this Juniper enters the corporation in the future, we will both lose a lot. It's best if we present a united front."
Ronald looked indifferent and showed no emotions.
"It's Dad's business who he chooses to be his goddaughter. Neither you nor I are his biological children. As for the Windsor Group, it's Dad's prerogative to decide who he gives it to."
Karen sneered and mocked, "Ronald, go ahead and pretend. You've been good at pretending since childhood. Let's see how long you can keep up this noble facade."
Ronald ignored her and went straight upstairs.
He entered the study.
"Dad, you wanted to see me?"
"I suddenly remembered something. Juniper used to work for the SY group. Since we are going to establish a strategic partnership with SY, it would be good to visit her at the hospital tomorrow and ask her opinion about the group. Internal employees should have the most genuine evaluation."
Ronald nodded. "Indeed. If Juniper has a deep understanding of SY, it might be helpful for her to accompany me to negotiate in the Imperial Capital."
"Well...that might not be a good idea. She is sick and might not be able to endure the long journey. Besides, I plan to send her to Country M for treatment in a few days."
"Why don't we visit her at the hospital tomorrow and ask her? Going to the Imperial Capital may be a bit far, but it's not too tiring."
"Alright, it would be best if she is willing, but for now, treating her illness is more important," he said.
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