The Divorced Heiress’s Revenge (Anna and Justin) novel Chapter 2409

Bella said, “Ash, don’t be so pessimistic.”

Perhaps it was because she had just seen Justin and experienced yet another heart-pounding moment, Bella was feeling particularly emotional.

Her reddened eyes shimmering with unshed tears. “Loving someone doesn’t always mean possessing them to find happiness. As long as they’re living well somewhere in the world—free, safe, and without hardship—that should be enough, shouldn’t it?”

“You’re right, Bella.” Asher’s voice carried deep sorrow, his laughter tinged with bitterness. “Arnold has given up too much for me. He sacrificed so much. I don’t deserve someone as wonderful as him. Only by leaving me can he find true happiness.”

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Once Grant officially took over, his first major task was to assume control of the A5 project bidding from Justin.

Although Justin’s downfall had paved the way for Grant to inherit the Salvador family’s legacy rightfully, Grant was well aware that some within the company still doubted him.

They questioned whether he possessed the same decisiveness and competence as Justin.

Securing the A5 project would silence these critics. Once the project was his, no one in the Salvador Corporation would question his position—not even Nigel.

In the chairman’s office at the Salvador Corporation headquarters.

“In recent days, our stock price has remained stagnant, with someone covertly purchasing Salvador Corporation shares. Thankfully, with you here, Grant, we’ve managed to stabilize the situation.”

Gregory patted Grant on the shoulder, his face glowing with approval. “Grant, you’ve never once disappointed me since you were a child. I’m truly proud of you!”

“Thank you for your praise. The Salvador Corporation is the fruit of your and Grandpa’s hard work. No matter what, I will protect it.”

Grant’s lips curled into a faint smile as he picked up the teapot and poured a cup of tea for Gregory. “Dad, though I’ve taken over the daily operations of the group in Justin’s stead, I must ask you something. Did you only give me this opportunity because of Justin’s downfall? Or… Had you always intended to let me prove myself?”

Gregory froze, clearly caught off guard by the question.

After a few seconds of silence, he chuckled and replied earnestly, “Grant, you’re my eldest son, the one I’ve raised and watched grow. How could I not give you a chance? Moreover, it was thanks to your intervention during the partnership with the Wilsons in Meridan and the media crisis over the banned substances scandal that the Salvador Corporation weathered those storms. You’ve already proven yourself capable of handling the position.”

Though Gregory had passed the prime of his life, he was not foolish. He could hear the probing undertone in Grant’s question.