My Wife Act Differently Behind Me novel Chapter 2016

'If he had died earlier, we would've been able to get some of the inheritance. But now he's given everything to Nicole. If he dies now, we'd really be left with nothing. There's no way Nicole would give even a piece of inheritance to us. But as long as he's alive, we might be able to have some inheritance left.'

Dillon and Damien looked at each other tacitly, as if they mentally understood everything, despite not mentioning the situation verbally.

The banquet was attended by many influential individuals. The members of the Riddle family were busy accommodating it. On the other hand, Mr. Riddle Sr. was surrounded by his friends. Some were envious he had such a filial granddaughter which made Mr. Riddle Sr. even more proud.

The Riddle family put their problems aside and focused on socializing.

Jared and Nicole were much more relaxed compared to the others. Only the most important individuals were allowed to get close to them. Due to Jared's dominating presence, not many people dared bother them nor approach them.

"Go and have a rest if you're feeling tired," Jared told Nicole softly. Ever since Jared had to come socialize with Nicole, though she performed decently, it was quite evident that she tired herself out.

'I guess her previous injury had really taken a toll on her physical condition. It's not as good as it was before.'

"No, it's okay. I'm fine." Nicole shook her head lightly, saying that she could still endure for a little while longer. After all she was the star of the show tonight, so she could not simply leave the banquet.

"Congratulations, Nicole," a male voice sounded. Then, a bouquet of flowers was placed in front of Nicole's face. The fragrant and delicate scent of the flowers immediately enveloped Nicole.

After accepting the flowers subconsciously, she realized that it was Lawrence who was hiding behind the bouquet.

"Leo!" Nicole was a little surprised. She did not expect Lawrence to give her flowers.

"You not liking the flowers isn't a problem, but Lawrence is my guest. How can you just leave him there like that?" Nicole felt it was a little rude to have left Lawrence hanging there.

"He just established his own group and business communication is still quite challenging for him."

Jared's eyes went slightly cold hearing Nicole talk about this.

'Lawrence is preparing to gain a foothold here. He's preparing to commence his business over the next few days,' Jared thought as he remembered what Lawrence had said before. For the past five years, Lawrence had been thinking of ways to expand his business here for the sake of protecting Nicole when she returned.

Nicole was upset. "For the past five years, he had been very helpful to me," Nicole murmured in a low voice.