"By the way, Brianna just called and said... she’s planning to divorce Robert and expects to walk away tens of millions. What do you think she has up her sleeve?" Ella asked, blinking curiously at Eric.
Eric shook his head. "I’m not sure. I haven’t had anyone interfere in this matter."
Ella raised an eyebrow, pondering for a moment. "Have someone keep a close eye on her. I want to know if she makes any moves."
"Honestly, at this point, there’s no chance of Brianna and Robert reconciling. Discussing divorce will likely push Brianna over the edge, and both of them could end up severely damaged. So, don’t worry too much about it," Eric said with a calm smile.
Ella nodded. She knew Robert wasn’t an ordinary man; he wouldn’t easily lose in a divorce battle.
Just after they finished their meal, Eric received a call from one of his subordinates.
"Mr. Nelson, as you instructed, I’ve been keeping an eye on Brianna. She’s staying at a hotel, and she’s been very protective of her iPad during meals. It seems like there’s something important on it."
A cold glint flashed in Eric’s eyes.
Brianna was becoming a problem that needed to be dealt with. If Ella found out that Brianna had leverage in the divorce negotiations, it could upset her.
"Hmm, if she goes to meet Robert, find a way to swap her iPad," Eric ordered.
After ending the call, Eric relayed the information to Ella.
Ella dabbed at the corner of her mouth with a napkin. "It sounds like there really is something on that iPad. Didn’t she recently meet with a subordinate from her old company? He handed her a folder—there might be something in there that could threaten Robert."
"Then let’s sit back and enjoy the show. Once we switch her iPad, we’ll see exactly what’s inside..."
Eric’s lips curled into a confident smile, a look that Ella absolutely adored. His calm assurance and strategic thinking were intoxicating.
"Thank you, Eric!" Ella said, gazing at his handsome face, unable to tear her eyes away.
Eric laughed, his voice lazy and seductive. He leaned in close to Ella, gently nipping at her earlobe. "If you want to thank me, save it for tonight. Hmm... that nurse outfit, I have to say, is really something!"
"Eric, do you have to be so bad?"
"It’s only because I’m bad to the core that you like me. Remember that night when you—"
Ella’s flustered protest was cut short as Eric captured her lips in a powerful, punishing kiss...
Brianna was feeling a mix of anticipation and nerves, but she decided to visit Kevin at his boarding school first.
The school was strict, allowing students to go home only once a month. However, due to Robert’s "special request," Kevin was not allowed to leave the school grounds until he finished the sixth grade.
Brianna missed her son dearly, and she had brought along a bunch of his favorite snacks.
Kevin was thrilled to see her, but as soon as Ella’s name came up, his eyes darkened with hatred. "Mom, how’s that bitch doing?"
"Her? What do you think? She’s been tormenting us endlessly. But listen, Kevin, you need to focus on your studies. One day, you’ll inherit Davis Group and get revenge for everything we’ve been through, okay?" Brianna’s face was a bit pale, but she smiled gently as she spoke to Kevin.
Kevin nodded, but his eyes were filled with malice. Brianna paused, sighing softly. Despite his time in a strict reform school and now this highly disciplined boarding school, Kevin’s aggressive nature hadn’t softened.
"Mom, don’t worry. When I grow up, I’ll make sure that bitch pays dearly!" Kevin said with a cold smile. Brianna brushed it off as childish talk, reminding him to take care of his health, rest well, and focus on his studies before leaving.
Despite the scandals surrounding her son, Kevin was still Brianna’s child, and like most mothers, she loved him deeply. Brianna fought hard for her share of Robert’s wealth, hoping to provide Kevin with a good education and ensure he wouldn’t fall behind others, especially not from the very start.
Returning to her hotel, Brianna took her time to dress up. Even if she was about to face a divorce from Robert, she refused to let herself appear as a defeated woman.
At 4:30 PM, Brianna, carrying a small purse, arrived punctually at the restaurant across from the hospital. However, just before she entered the private room, someone bumped into her, causing her purse and iPad to fall to the ground.
The person quickly apologized and handed the iPad back to Brianna. She didn’t think much of it and proceeded to the private room, where she ordered a bottle of vintage red wine and a few of her favorite dishes, waiting patiently for Robert’s arrival.
At 4:40 PM, Robert walked in.
He paused for a moment upon seeing Brianna. The last time he saw her at the press conference, she looked gaunt and haggard, but now, thanks to some skillful makeup, she appeared much healthier, with a fuller face.
Brianna raised an eyebrow sarcastically and smirked, "So you finally came? I thought you might not even bother to see me."
Robert sat down, his gaze cold as he looked at her. "Show me what you’ve got."
Brianna smiled smugly, unable to hide the disdain in her eyes. "Robert, who would’ve thought that after all the bridges we’ve burned, you’d still have to sit here begging me?"
With that, Brianna tossed the folder in front of Robert. The waiter brought in the wine and dishes, then quietly left, closing the door behind him.
The restaurant’s environment was pleasant, and once the door was closed, outside noise was nearly inaudible.
Brianna uncorked the wine, slowly savoring it as she watched Robert’s reaction.
As Robert opened the first report, his expression darkened considerably.
He continued reading, and his face grew even colder, a menacing aura radiating from him, which greatly satisfied Brianna.
The more unsettled he was, the more likely she was to win.
Robert’s face remained stern as he put down the first report, his eyes filled with anger. He picked up the second report, which also detailed serious quality issues—this time, specifically with Davis Group’s products.
These reports, if made public, would spell disaster for Davis Group.
In today’s world, food safety is a major concern, and companies implicated in such scandals rarely survive.
Moreover, the reports included instances of customers getting poisoned. With such evidence, no matter how powerful Davis Group was, recovery would be nearly impossible.
Robert’s hands trembled slightly as he looked up at Brianna, his voice icy, "What do you want?"
Robert knew Brianna wasn’t foolish enough not to have kept copies. Even if he destroyed the reports in his hands, she would undoubtedly have backups stored elsewhere.
Brianna raised her eyebrows, a triumphant smirk on her heavily made-up face. "Robert, after more than a decade of marriage, who would’ve thought that in the end, you would betray me and cruelly harm Hannah? You’ve done everything you could to crush me!"