Chapter 697 On What Ground?

• He hated her to the marrow!! Were it not for this god–dam*ed girl, he wouldn’t be living his life like this! Were it not for Gloria, he and his family could live a happy life. He was now like a stray dog! Luckily, he had bought another property under his mistress’s name. Otherwise, there would have been nothing left for him! He took a deep breath to smother his rage and then put on an awkward and obsequious smile. “Gloria, listen, you have made my life miserable like hell. I know there was some misunderstanding between you and us. But you should know that your auntie was doing what she got to do for your father’s good. It was what he wanted. Gloria, I know you bear grudge against us. But, we have got what we deserve. Would you spare me?” Gloria burst out laughing, “Spare you?”
• Claude nodded repeatedly and pleaded sadly, “Everyone in this company is giving me a hard time. I might have been a bit harsh to them when I was the CEO. But it was for the good of the company. They are all pointing fingers at me whether they are on higher positions than me or not. I can’t live my life like this anymore.” Claude was on the verge of tears. Taking a deep breath, he added. “Gloria, I am your dad’s blood brother. Why would I murder my own brother… He died all because he got that incurable disease…” Gloria’s pupils shrank at his mention of the incurable disease. As a doctor, she saved many lives. But she had paid little attention to her own father. If she checked out his condition regularly, if it were not for her negligence, they would not get to chance to murder him… Gloria White felt only a throbbing pain in her heart, but she restrained herself and did not show any emotions on her face. Instead, she stared at the person in front of her. “I also want to know why you, as his blood brother, would do such a horrible thing to him.” Claude shook his head violently and argue miserably, “Gloria, it was not what you think it was. We told you the truth, every bit of it…” Gloria snorted and said nothing more.
• Claude became anxious at Gloria’s silent response. He pleaded again, “Gloria, I know I have made a mistake. I don’t expect you to give me some shares of the company, nor did I expect you to give me some money. But would you please give me a promotion? I need people to know that you care about me as your uncle. Will you do that for me?” Gloria smiled bitterly and asked, “Uncle, on what ground do you think I would grant you such a request? Or, you are well prepared and have something to give me in return?” Claude was a bit surprised by her reply. This damned girl was clever, although what she said might sound harsh! Knowing that he could not get what he came for without paying the price, Claude took a deep breath and said, “Smart gir! you are, Gloria. It won’t be a waste of your time. I would return your favor eventually. Anyway… I feel sorry for letting you help me without getting anything for yourself.” Gloria did not even bat an eye. She obviously did not believe Claude. This Is No Joke! She said nothing but raised her eyebrows, as if waiting for Claude to go on. Claude secretly scrutinized her. Although her straight face was expected by him, he still felt torn and upset. Why would Gloria always get the upper hand against him? Had he known this dam*ed girl would be such a pain in the a*s, he would have taken her out along with Declan at any cost and avoided trouble later on!