Adrian Grant walked into the office, surprised to find Raina there as well.
His expression was gentle as he sat opposite the siblings, his gaze naturally falling on Raina.
"Congratulations, you’ve finally returned to your family."
He was genuinely happy for Raina.
They knew about the disappearance of The Everett Family’s daughter over the years, and how much Mr. and Mrs. Everett had worried.
Mrs. Everett had been bedridden multiple times due to her longing for her daughter.
Raina’s return to them should certainly be a cherished event.
Otherwise, The Everett Family wouldn’t have held a three-day banquet to celebrate her return.
Raina met Adrian’s gaze.
Even though she resented the man for his cold-bloodedness in the past, she needed support to take over the company; otherwise, she couldn’t convince the directors of The Everett Corporation.
To achieve her goals, she couldn’t sever ties with Adrian just yet.
Raina smiled politely, "Thank you. Are you here to see my brother?"
Adrian didn’t deny it, "Yes, there’s some work I need to discuss with him."
In fact, he was there to see Mr. Everett to discuss an alliance between the two families.
Upon entering the company, he heard that Chairman Everett had brought his biological daughter into the company, and he searched for a while before finding Raina in Ethan’s office.
After just a few days, Raina’s complexion looked much better than before.
It was clear that she was doing well at The Everett Family.
"You go ahead and talk, I’ll leave you be."
Raina tactfully prepared to leave.
"Sister, since you’ll eventually take over the company, you should familiarize yourself with the projects in collaboration with Grant Group. Stay and treat it as a learning opportunity."
Then he looked at Adrian:
"In the future, talk to Raina about work-related matters. Eventually, Raina will inherit everything from my father, including the CEO position."
He would leave The Everett Group and start anew with Isabelle.
Of course, if his sister needed him, he would always be there to support her.
Adrian was somewhat shocked, unable to believe that such a large company, Mr. Everett would give it to Raina just like that?
This young woman knows nothing.
Could they really trust the company wouldn’t be ruined in her hands?
But then he thought, with him around, as long as Raina needed him, he would always support her.
"Alright, I believe Raina has the ability to take over this company."
Adrian was rather eager for this.
In that case, he and Raina would have more opportunities to interact because of work.
Raina sat back down, extremely polite towards Adrian.
"Then I’ll leave it to President Grant to look after me in the future."
Her attitude was so unfamiliar to Adrian, making him feel as if there had never been anything between them.
As if they weren’t even friends.
It stirred a bitterness within him.
He looked at Raina, his eyes deep.
"You don’t have to be so polite with me. If you ever need me, just call, I’ll be there without hesitation."
Raina smiled, but didn’t respond.
Men are so cheap sometimes.
When you need them, they are indifferent, cold-hearted with no hint of warmth.
Once you don’t need them, they shamelessly approach.
Such a face was truly repugnant.
But disgusting as it was, she had to endure interactions with him for the sake of work.
The entire morning, Raina studied diligently between Ethan and Adrian.
They even went to lunch together at noon.
In the middle of the meal, Ethan received a call from Isabelle.
Not knowing what was said, Ethan hurriedly left.
Leaving only the two of them at the table.
Adrian served Raina food, his words filled with concern.
"You look much better, are you getting used to living at The Everett Family?"
Raina didn’t even want to look up at him, kept her head down and forced a smile.
"Yes, of course. It’s my home after all."
"So, Uncle Everett is really handing over The Everett Corporation to you?"
He found it hard to believe.
Even if they adored this daughter, the company was huge, with thousands needing management. Raina was so young she could absolutely not handle it.
They wouldn’t just give the company to their daughter to mess around with, would they?
Raina continued to smile. "Well, that’s what my father and brother say. I’ll just learn from them first. Who knows what the future holds."
Before Adrian could say more, Raina’s phone rang beside them.
It was Alaric Jennings calling with a video.
Raina glanced at Adrian and answered the video call, asking Alaric with a sweet smile:
"Did you finish your affairs?"
Alaric’s pleasing voice came through the video.
"Almost settled. Once I get my long-term residency, I’ll come to be with you and Evelyn. How have you been at The Everett Family?"
Raina was shy like a little girl, speaking with a hint of coquettishness.
"I’m doing well. My dad and brother even said they’d hand over the company to me. When you come, will you teach me how to manage it?"
Hearing Raina’s tender voice, Alaric felt his heart melt.
"Sure, I’ll be your assistant and teach you how to manage the company. Where are you now? How’s Evelyn? Have you both missed me?"
Raina glanced at the man opposite her.
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Before she could provoke further, Adrian couldn’t hold back and grabbed the phone to cut off the call.
Raina feigned anger, "What are you doing?"
Adrian’s eyes were icy, "Are you and Alaric Jennings dating?"
If they weren’t, why would they speak so fondly and intimately?
He initially thought he still had a chance, but overlooked the presence of Alaric beside her.
In that moment, Adrian felt the bitterness within him ready to erupt.
"We’re not dating, but he is Evelyn’s father, I’ve always talked to him this way. Is there a problem?"
Was he upset because he cared?
A man who wanted to marry Isabelle Everett and had abandoned her daughter when she needed help.
Why would he care about her interactions with any man?
Between them, it’s best not to involve any emotions.
Once she successfully used him to sit in the CEO position, she would push him away coldly, just like he pushed her away.
"Didn’t you tell me before that he wasn’t Evelyn’s father?"
Adrian couldn’t contain his anger, raising his voice:
"If you’re not dating him, why act coyly? Raina, I won’t allow you to speak that way to other men."
He believed he could reconnect and start over with Raina.
But seeing her shyly caring for another man, he couldn’t tolerate it.
This woman can only be his.
No other man should think of taking her from him.
Raina sat there, her expression unchanged, her heart calm.
Watching Adrian’s loss of composure felt both amusing and repulsive.
She asked him, "What position are you in to control me now? We’ve severed all ties, and I’ve repaid you fully."
Adrian’s face was tense, shamelessly replying.
"You lived in The Grant Family for five years, how does one repay such kindness? Also, I have feelings for you, and I don’t want you to have ambiguous relationships with any other men."