The Silent Wife novel (Rachel and Justin) novel Chapter 573

“What do you mean?”

“Justin is going to the business convention today, isn’t he? Don’t you think he’s hiding something from you since he’s not bringing you along?” Jolly was trying to provoke Rachel.

After Leroy proposed to Jolly, he left for the film set, and both of them couldn’t get in touch with each other as often anymore. Thus, the idle Jolly started focusing her thoughts on Rachel and Justin’s relationship.

“Why would you think that he’s up to something when he’s attending with my dad?” Rachel was unfazed by her provocation.

“Then it’s worth giving some thought to it. We know that your dad doesn’t like him very much, so he might take the opportunity to introduce Justin to someone else.”

“So you’re saying that my dad is a pimp?”

“Nah, I’m joking. I’m just really curious why they didn’t bring you along.”

“There’s nothing to be curious about. It’s because Julian will be there too.” Rachel’s gaze darkened.

After listening to Rachel’s reply, Jolly seemed to have made sense of the situation. Everyone knew that the wildfire incident was linked to Julian. However, they didn’t have the evidence, or else they would have reported it to the investigation bureau, and by then, Julian would definitely be charged. Since Lionel finally managed to reunite with his daughter, he would never let anyone hurt her. On top of that, Justin, who loved Rachel, would never let Julian get away with it as well.

Meanwhile, in Hotel Platinum, the business cocktail party was attended by numerous elites from various industries within Riverdale.

“Mr. Hudson, Julian’s resources in Riverdale isn’t as significant as he only manages half of the Burton Group’s assets. However, most of the management personnel on his side are leeches who rely on their existing resources to make ends meet so it won’t last long.”

Lionel nodded after hearing Justin’s words.

“I heard that you relocated half of the Burton Group’s assets to the northern division of Riverdale, hoping to set up a company there since the existing Burton Group in Riverdale is corrupted.”

“That’s my intention.”

“Justin’s intention to attend today’s event was to seek new business partners, and I will not let him have his way for the sake of Rachel.”

Hearing that, Justin didn’t try to stop Lionel since he had warned Julian earlier on that he shouldn’t hurt Rachel. However, because Julian had crossed the line multiple times by hurting her, Justin had decided to act on it.

“President Burton, Julian is here.” Assistant Beckham reminded them as they were in the middle of their conversation.

Everyone at the event turned to look at the entrance. Julian was seen entering the hall with a woman who was formally dressed in a suit. Justin furrowed his brows as he noticed that the woman was someone that he’d never met before.

“Justin, long time no see,” Julian greeted when he saw him. “I was planning to visit you at the hospital when I heard that you were hurt. Unfortunately, I have been busy on a business trip, and I’m only free these two days.”

“There’s no need for you to do so,” Justin replied coldly before introducing Lionel. “This is Mr. Brook.” Even though Justin guessed that Julian might be aware of Lionel’s true identity, Justin didn’t reveal it since Lionel didn’t comment on it.

“I’ve heard so much about you.” Julian stretched his hand out for a handshake humbly.

However, Lionel didn’t reciprocate. “I’m just a nobody. Instead, I admire you, President Peters, the newly appointed President of Burton Group in Riverdale.”

“Mr. Brook, you’re flattering me.” Julian retracted his hand awkwardly.

“There’s no need to be humble about it. I’ve heard about how flexible you are in your business dealings. No wonder you managed to win every business deal shortly after you took over Burton Group.”

It sounded like a compliment, but Lionel was implicitly mocking Julian. As a businessman himself, Lionel was aware of the different means that they would employ, but he despised the nasty secret deeds that Julian did. Although he was unwilling to give his daughter away to Justin, he’d never ever allow her to be with someone like Julian. Julian was embarrassed when he noticed Lionel giving him a contemptuous look.