The Substitute Bride

Leila spoke to Holley with a high degree of certainty over the phone. "Now that Charles is missing, Melissa is sure to take over the Shining Company. How can it have nothing to do with me?"

"Leila, it seems that your mother-in-law really dotes on you!"

Although Holley could have more bargaining power in front of Ferry after helping him defeating the Shining Company, she still felt a little unhappy because it was with Leila's help.

"Of course! But what about you? You are already pregnant, why aren't you getting married yet? Would you rather have a wedding after your child grows up?" Leila pretended to be concerned about Holley, but deep down, she just prayed in her heart that the Hu family wouldn't accept Holley.

A hint of displeasure was evident in Holley's voice when she replied, "That's none of your business, Leila!"

"Okay, okay. Please, get back to me as soon as possible. Don't keep me waiting for too long. Remember, you're not my only option." Leila didn't have the patience to keep playing nice with Holley, so she quickly hung up.

Although Holley was infuriated by Leila's arrogance, there was nothing she could do right now, except watch Leila gloat.

Holley called Ferry's number after she calmed down.

Ferry was having a drink in the bar when he received Holley's call. He was surprised to see her name on his screen, and he smiled. After a short pause, he answered it, "What's up? Have the Hu family seen through your tricks? Do you need my help?"

"If I help you get rid of Charles, will you help me in return?" Holley didn't even bother to ease in as she blurted out whatever was on her mind.

"Get rid of Charles? You? Are you telling me that you're powerful enough to go up against the Shining Company now?" Ferry's face expressed utter disbelief. He thought that perhaps Holley was barking up the wrong tree now.

Holley took a deep breath and told Ferry everything she knew about Charles' situation.

"Charles is missing?" Ferry had been leaning back on the sofa just now, but after hearing the news, he sat up almost immediately.

Holley reassured him, "Well, believe it or not, it's true! Melissa is going to take over the Shining C

sa. After all, she was her master. Leila, however, was just a guest to her. Her politeness towards Leila was out of necessity and duty, nothing else.

"Well, I know." Leila's face darkened instantly. After Leila finished speaking with Nancy, she pulled the quilt over her head again and went back to sleep.

Leila tossed and turned in bed but couldn't fall asleep. Before long, she went downstairs for a glass of water. The expression of discontent disappeared from her face, leaving only flattery for Melissa.

"Aunt Melissa, you seem to be in a better mood. Are you ready to fight for what's yours?" Leila slowly approached Melissa, took her arm, and walked with her to the table.

"Well, don't worry. I'm all right. After breakfast, let's go to the company together."

Melissa looked at Leila with a smile. After a night of ideological struggle, she now felt relieved, and for a moment, she even stopped thinking about Charles. She realized that no news would sometimes mean good news.

"Don't worry, Aunt Melissa. I'll be by your side." Leila patted her chest and promised Melissa that she would support her no matter the odds.

After breakfast, they soon arrived at the Shining Company.

David had known for a while that Melissa would come. Although he didn't think that she was suitable for this position, it was not suitable for anyone else to take the post at the moment. So to show submission, he came out to welcome her on her arrival.