Chapter 1782 "Nina, is that you, Nina?"
Lucas's handsome face was filled with astonishment.
He had met countless women in his life.
Although those women claimed to love him, most of them were after his money and power.
Some women even went to great lengths to extract money from him.
He knew very well that Bernice, having been in the entertainment industry for a long time, wouldn't be swayed by a small amount of money, so he offered a billion dollars right away.
Once the internet users found out that Bernice had paid a billion dollars in compensation, the online sentiment would surely change.
By the time he got out, he might be able to salvage some of his image.
But he didn't expect Bernice to be more decisive and smarter than the directors in his company.
Now, he had lost a billion dollars, but it had instead solidified Bernice's glorious image.
Not only the public, but even the government would speak on her behalf.
How many public figures in the world could make such a grand gesture like Bernice?
Lucas hated Bernice, but at this moment, he couldn't help but feel a bit of admiration for her.
"No wonder I lost." He suddenly chuckled, "I underestimated her. This round, I lost fair and square, but I've also remembered her."
Regarding Bernice, he no longer saw just a shadow of Nina in her.
It wasn't just because she was beautiful.
Lucas's eyes were filled with intense curiosity.
He wasn't just curious; he was filled with angry hatred. He wanted to break her pride and make her crawl at his feet.
Seeing Lucas like this, Joseph frowned slightly, "Lucas, enough is enough. This time, your image has hit rock bottom. If you continue to trouble Bernice after you get out, it won't just be you; even the Nelson Group will be in trouble."
Joseph was also a man, and he understood the male psyche too well.
The more unattainable and clever the prey, the more one wanted to obtain it.
Lucas's actions made Joseph very angry. Joseph couldn't even understand how Lucas could do such a thing. Cassie had been giving Joseph the cold shoulder.
But during Joseph's most difficult times, Lucas had supported him as a friend, and Joseph was caught in the middle.
"How is the Nelson Group doing?" Lucas suddenly smiled coldly, "After I left, the directors must be restless, and the relevant departments probably want to suppress the Nelson Group too."
"The Nelson Group's dominance has made many people wary. You didn't know when to stop, and now you're in prison." Joseph sighed, "The medical field will probably change. The Nelson Group is now under investigation, and many directors are blaming the Nelson family. Currently, Domingo Cooley has been pushed out as the interim president. However, with foreign capital entering and small and medium-sized hospitals being supported to rise, it's clear that the Nelson Group's dominance won't continue."
"Bernice must have collaborated with the Nelson Group's competitors. She alone couldn't have brought the Nelson Group to this state."
Lucas gritted his teeth. He never expected his plan to be ruined by Bernice.
"Recently, the Nelson Hospital has been facing a lot of negative publicity. The local private hospitals under the Nelson Group, relying on their status as the best hospitals in the area, not only frequently take kickbacks but also have poor attitudes towards patients and unsanitary conditions. Many issues have been exposed this time."
Joseph thought for a moment and spoke the truth.
Lucas was taken aback. "Are you saying my management was inadequate?"
"You have strict requirements, but being so far away, it's normal for many managers to pay lip service. Ultimately, it's because the Nelson Group has been too harsh on its competitors, leaving no room for competition. That's why your subordinates have become reckless. Now, unless it's for critical patients, many people are unwilling to go to the Nelson Group, giving others an opportunity."
Joseph stood up, holding the microphone, and said earnestly, "The Nelson Group is waiting for you to come back and make changes in three months. Reflect on this while you're in prison."
"Thank you for being honest with me." Lucas suddenly smiled, "Only you could say these things without making me angry. Anyone else wouldn't dare."
"Do you understand your biggest flaw now? Lucas, a man, should have a broader mind. We were born more privileged than ordinary people, so we had the best food and education from a young age. But that doesn't give us the right to look down on others. Ordinary people can be very smart too; you just haven't given yourself the chance to discover that."
Joseph continued, "Do you know why I understand this? Because I have been down and out before. I have lost everything before. I understand how hard it is for ordinary people. Everyone deserves respect."
He sighed lightly and put down the microphone before leaving.
Lucas sat in his chair, his gaze complicated.
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Impoverished Area.
On the fifth day of her arrival in the impoverished area, Bernice fell ill.
In both her lifetimes, she had never been to this place. When she first arrived, she was stunned by the beautiful snow-capped mountains.
But the temperature difference between morning and night was too great, and coupled with her early departures and late returns to personally inspect the schools and villages in the impoverished area, she developed a high fever.
In her daze, she seemed to see a small figure walking towards her.
"Nina, is that you? It's been a long time."
"Bernice?" She looked at the figure, feeling slightly excited, "Are you coming back?"
"I'm not coming back, Nina. From now on, you live well for me and take care of my mom," the figure said softly, "I feel too tired. I'm leaving for good and won't be back."
"Bernice, don't go. No one can live for someone else. This is your body. I've occupied it for too long. I'm very grateful to you. You gave me the chance to take revenge and fulfill my wishes. Now, I have nothing left to hold onto." She said urgently.
The figure smiled at her, "Do you have nothing left to hold onto?"
She was stunned, a hint of confusion flashing in her eyes, "I have no hate, and no love now."
"But you have your obsessions."
"I don't understand what you're saying."
"You can go find it. I believe you can find it. When you do, you might find love. Nina, live happily for me. From now on, there will be no Bernice in the world. You are the real Nina."
The figure gradually faded away.
Nina's body struggled desperately, "Bernice, don't go."
"Nina, wake up." Someone was calling her urgently, patting her cheeks.
Nina gradually woke up in a daze and saw Milan's handsome, bronze face. He was holding a towel.
"Are you still Nina?" Milan asked nervously, seeing her dazed expression, "You were calling Bernice just now."
"Who do you want me to be?" Nina snapped out of her confusion and looked up at him.
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