waking

Chapter 161

Naomi was over the moon, scooping up the scattered cash, with Jessie joining her on the ground. Meanwhile, Coco stood tall, casting a disdainful glance at Trena. “Is that all you’ve gott

Trena swiftly opened her bag, revealing a stash of cash, and tossed it into the air without a second thought..

The piano music played on, but the pianist was now distracted, stealing glances at the chaos and the scramble for cash. She made 300 dollars for her performance, while Naomi and Jessie had raked in thousands. The temptation was too great. In the face of the colorful bills, pride was a small price to pay. The wealthy young ladies had no idea the value of a hundred dollars to those less fortunate.

Naomi, still thrilled, collected the money. It took her and Jessie a while before they were done. They sat back down, grinning from ear to ear. “Ms. Fischer, what would you like to discuss with us! Please, go ahead!”

“I command you to throw this Ms. Quin out,” Irena said, looking at Coco with a sense of triumph. “Little one, aren’t you still on the bottle! Go home to mommy for your milk. Don’t think a few bucks make you a commender against me

Coco, with a playful smirk, extended her hand. Tm our of cash, sis Spor me some for gas to get home”

Irena was dumbfounded.

Coco continued. “I blew all my spending money trying to keep up appearances.”

Irena was taken aback, but then with a mix of disgust and satisfaction, she said, “Fine, 1l be generous and give you some

“Thanks,” Coco said, pocketing the money and leaving the cafe.

Naomi and Jessie were still counting the cash, looking a bit unrefined but with smiles that didn’t wane, though clearly not entirely satisfied. “”“Ms. Fischer, this cash is handy, but not as classy as a check. Since Ms. Quin was just pretending to be rich, could you give me back the check you gave me before!”

Irena wanted to retort, but remembering her grandmother’s request, she swallowed her anger and handed the check back to Jessie.

“Ms. Fischer, I’ve never seen a check before. Can you give me one too?” Naomi seized the moment. “You might not know this about me, but I’ve had a really rough life and have never seen the world. I’ve only seen rich ladies in soap operas slap a check on the heroine to break up lovers. I really want to experience that feeling too!”

Irena laughed instantly, wrote a check for 1.5 million dollars, and threw it at Naomi’s face. “1.5 million dollars to stay away from my son.

Naomi picked up the check and cheerfully left without a moment’s hesitation.

Irena was puzzled. Why did Naomi leave if she wanted to experience it

Jessie joked, “Maybe she got too into the role. After all, it’s the first time she’s been bought with money, and she might have gotten soo excited and

lost her mind”

Irena liked this explanation and let go of her concerns about Naomi taking the money and check. She took a sip of her coffee and continued, “Ms. Grove, you’ve taken the money, and I need you to do something for me

“As long as the money is right, everything is negouable. What do you need me to do. Ms. Fischer! Just name it, and as long as it’s within my capabilities, I’ll make sure it’s done perfectly for you,” Jessie said.

Irena finally nodded in satisfaction. She gestured for Jessie to comunsie watching the girl playing the plane, saying. The girl is a junior in college in Back, named Donna Grafton. I specifically found her to match Naomi’s innocent vibe”

Jessie smirked, wondering where Irena got the confidence to think Naomi was innocent.

“You know your boss likes girls like Naomi, right? Look closely. Donna not only has a similar aur but also bears some resemblance in appearance. It’s just that Naomi has natural curls, and Donna has lang, straight hair, so you didn’t think they looked alike at first, right?” Irena admired Donna’s elegant piano playing “Donna’s family is also very poor, and she’s from a single–parent househokl. Her mother works several jobs to support her, and you can tell she’s good at the piano, right? Her mother washed dishes at three in the murning to pay for it, Isn’t your boss a sucker for sympathy? Her background isn’t much better than Naomi’s”

Jessie continued to listen quietly.

“Moreover, she’s from Haok, which is convenient for your boss to show his chivalry and care. He can take care of her however he wants; isn’t that convenient I’m very considerate, aren’t 1”

Jessie’s mouth twitched. She didn’t see the convenience or consideration, but she did see the idiocy.

Irena smiled and then wrote another check with a series of numbers and handed it to her. There’s one more thing, even more important, of course, with more money.

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Jessie immediately looked serious. “What is it?”

Irena beckoned, and Jessie leaned in as she whispered a few words into her ear. “Understand“”

Jessie nodded. “Yeah. But this is too difficult. I need to plan it out, and besides, this money isn’t enough.”

Irena glared. “You’ll get the rest after it’s successful

Jessie reluctantly agreed, “Alright then! Send Donna to Baok, and I’ll take over when she arrives.”

“Good.” Irena, having completed her task, put on her lady–of–the–manor demeanor. “Since Alfred pays you so little, would you consider switching to any company?”

Jessie tilted her head and thought seriously for a while before saying, “Who knows, maybe in the future? Ms. Fischer, I’m leaving Jessie got up and left. Once outside the cafe, she sent a message to Naomi, and soon the three of them reunited. Coco suggested going to a barbecue restaurant. Naomi said to buy groceries and cook at home, so they headed straight for the market.

In the car, Naomi and Jessie counted the cash together and divided it into three equal parts, one for each. But Coco refused. “Naomi. I don’t want it.

give mine to you.”

“That’s not okay.” Naomi insisted, pushing the money back to her. “I’ve taken advantage here! And theres also the money transferred to the phone!

Take it.

Jessie also handed her cash to Naomi, “I got another check and took on a more significant task later, which is related to you, Naomi. Do you want to collaborate with me again and split this check“”

Naomi’s eyes lit up immediately. “Related to me!

“Yes, related to you” Jessie leaned in and whispered a few words into Naomi’s ear.

Coco was extremely curious, but she didint ask. She felt it was better not to speak when it came to privacy.

After listening, Naomi’s expression changed several times, and then she laughed softly, “Not bad quite good. What’s the background of Ms. Fischer!

In terms of intelligence gathering, Jessie was a pro. She took out her iPad. pulled up Irena’s information, and handed it to Naomi “See for yourself!”

Naomi took it, read it, and underwood. “Gut it”

“Want to make this money!” Jessie asked.

“Sure, Naomi said.

Jessie smiled, “Then the check is for you first, after all, you’re making the biggest sacrifice.

“Alright, I won’t be polite then” Naomi accepted it graciously. The longer she spent with Jessie, the more she liked her. Talking to smart people was simple and efficient. They didn’t mention it again and went happily to buy all kinds of vegetables and meats, even fish, shrimp, and crabs, then took them back to the Hopper residence.

Coco had been wanting to ask all the way, but neither Naomi nor Jessie intruded to explain to her. She could only keep her curiosity to herself

Preoccupied with what Irena had said, Naomi once again forgot about Shawn. At that moment, Shawn was playing golf at the golf course, with John standing nervously behind him, watching the tall, handsome, and extraordinary man swing again and again.

“Mr. Fischer, can L. can I leave now?” John finally couldn’t stand it on the fifty–eighth swing and asked nervously, “Mr. Fischer, 1…”

Shawn hit the ball with a “bang,” turned around, and stuffed the clubs into his mouth. “What’s the rash?”

The man’s casual, deep voice made John fall to his knees. “Mr. Fischer, I really know I was wrong. If I had known Ms. Edwards was yours, I would never have dared to have such thoughts”

“Oh, is that so?” Shawn turned and continued to swing the club. “But you already have Aren’t you leaving?” Shawn glanced at him. “Go ahead”

“Thank you… Thank you, Mr. Fischer,” John stammered, his legs trembling as he managed to get up and shuffle forward. After he had hobbled a few dozen meters. Shawn swung his golf club.

“Bang-“The golf ball struck John’s knee with precision and force, buckling his leg and sending tum to his knees. The excruciating pain contorted his face, feeling as if his kneecap had shattered.

Shawn continued his graceful swing, this time connecting with John’s arm John collapsed, his features twisted in agony, brads of sweat rolling down his face from the mix of fear and pain

Shawn’s swings were relentless, each one finding its mark on a different part of John’s body, By the tenth swing. Chandler handed him a towel. “Sir”

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“Bring him here, Shawn ordered

“Yes, sir” Chandler nodded.

A minute later, John was dragged back in front of Shawn, his face pale and sweat pouring down but he didn’t dare to cry out.

Trm giving you a chance. Do you want it?” Shawn asked.

John nodded frantically. “Yes, Mr. Fischer, please, show mercy”

Shown’s lips curled into a slight smile. He was not only the living judge in Atopan but also had a reputation in Yeonland

At that moment, John deeply regretted offending Naomi Edwards.

“Chandler, give him the file” Shawn said.

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