Chapter 383 Confessing Affection
Emory certainly knew who Raymond was, but precisely because he knew Raymond was from the Northwind the Carnegie family, he didn't take him seriously.
After all, a top family in a single country was nothing in the eyes of a world-class top family like theirs!
Emory also knew that Raymond was Paige's husband, but he was confident that if he fancied a woman, whether she was married, single, or in any other situation, she would be his for the taking.
With his looks and his unique wealth and power, he was absolutely irresistible.
Women would throw themselves at him.
Now, he was making his intentions towards Paige so obvious; how could she not understand what he meant?
Just a mere Raymond, what status did he have? Did he have the right to compete with him?
Emory didn't care about Paige's unkind remarks towards him at this moment at all.
Because he believed he would definitely get the result he wanted.
Emory smiled and extended his hand to Raymond. "So it's Mr. Carnegie. I've heard that the Carnegie family is managed by the eldest son of the third generation. Is that true?"
Emory couldn't understand what Paige saw in a man who couldn't even inherit the Carnegie family and that proud expression on Raymond's face.
Emory was extremely annoyed by that expression.
A man who couldn't inherit his family and had to rely on his wife, what did he have to be proud of?
Raymond saw that Emory was quite scheming; his expression didn't falter at all, and he even managed to keep smiling. It seemed the Russell family's trait of being smiling tigers was well inherited!
Raymond saw through Emory's thoughts and decided to act like he was incompetent in front of him. "Mr. Russell, you are well-informed. My nephew manages the company, and my wife makes the money."
Emory seized the opportunity and immediately asked, "Then what about you, Mr. Carnegie?"
Raymond lightly shook Emory's hand and then laughed. "I am responsible for being handsome."
The smile on Emory's face cracked a bit. A man from a prestigious family, and his pursuit was to be handsome?
But when Emory looked up and seriously examined Raymond's face, he suddenly felt that being handsome had some merit.
Emory felt even more uncomfortable.
A man who was more stunning than Paige was one thing, but how could he be more handsome than him, the most handsome man in a family known for its beauty?
He had seen Raymond's photos before and knew he was a good-looking man, but he didn't expect the real person to be such a knockout.
Emory said, "Mr. Carnegie, you are indeed special. I thought people from prestigious families would have grand ambitions."
Raymond replied, "Mr. Russell, you don't need to worry about me. I do have ambitions, but it's not appropriate to discuss them with someone I barely know."
Right now, Raymond couldn't directly tell Emory that his ambition was to take down the Russell family and rise to the top!
However, Raymond felt that it wouldn't be long before he could say that to Emory.
Emory smiled and didn't say much more, easily shifting the topic. "Ms. Ellison, are you aware of some unpleasant rumors circulating recently?"
Paige said, "Rumors? There are too many rumors in this world, and new ones are created every day. I wonder what Mr. Russell has heard."
Emory sat down, and a maid brought coffee, kneeling to serve it.
Emory leisurely said, "There are rumors in Arcadia that Ms. Ellison is not truly a descendant of the Ellison family but an impostor!"
Emory emphasized the word "impostor."
After speaking, Emory stared intently at Paige, as if trying to find some clue from her expression.
Paige also looked at Emory.
Their eyes met, analyzing each other's motives and actions.
Paige said, "I wonder, Mr. Russell, if you came specifically to tell me this rumor, does it have anything to do with you?"
Emory hadn't expected Paige to directly pull him into suspicion.
She really didn't even want to maintain a facade of harmony.
Although it was unexpected, Emory still smiled and said. "Since I met Ms. Ellison last time, I felt a connection with you. Hearing such rumors, I naturally worry for Ms. Ellison."
Paige said, "For real? In that case, Mr. Russell, just wait and see the results. I'm also curious to know who is spreading these rumors. After all, the truth cannot be hidden, and lies cannot become truth."
Emory nodded, "Of course, I firmly believe in Ms. Ellison's identity. I even look forward to collaborating with Ms. Ellison."
Paige asked, "Collaboration? With all due respect, Mr. Russell should be well aware that there was once a collaboration between the Russell family and the Hamilton family. But what was the result? What did the Ellison family lose? Although there are no permanent enemies in business, I still fear that if collaboration would make me lose the Ellison family or even my life, I would rather keep the Ellison family where it is now. Being a second-tier family may not sound great, but at least we're alive, right?"
Emory said, "Ms. Ellison, the grudges of the previous generation are hard to calculate. The world needs to develop, and we need to maintain our family's status. Strong alliances are the best choice, aren't they? Moreover, as far as I know, the Ellison family's technology and pharmaceutical sectors are very advanced. And over the years, our Russell family has also invested a lot in these areas and achieved good results."
Emory continued, "If we want to become stronger, a strong alliance between our two families is the best choice, isn't it? As the next heir and head of the Russell family, I can assure you here, Ms. Ellison, that no matter what happens to you, the Russell family will stand firmly by your side."
Paige understood!
Emory wasn't saying that the Russell family would stand by the Ellison family no matter what.
He was saying they would stand by her personally!
This was a hint that even if her identity as Xanthe Ellison was fake, as long as she cooperated, the Russell family would treat her as real!
With the support of such a powerful family, even a lie could be made true, and all the current rumors could be easily resolved.
Paige's face darkened.
It seemed that Andrew's threat to her was no longer a secret!
Damn it!
Right now, these people just didn't have complete evidence that she wasn't the real Xanthe Ellison.
Paige sneered, "Mr. Russell, with such well-informed sources, what else have you heard?"
Emory said, "If Ms. Ellison needs any support or help, feel free to contact me anytime."
After speaking, Emory stood up, took out a business card, and handed it to Paige with both hands.
The black card had Emory's full name in gold lettering, along with a phone number.
This was Emory's private contact information, and people like him rarely gave out their private business cards.
Paige took the card and smiled. "You might be disappointed, Mr. Russell!"
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