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Ethel''s fury zed like wildfire. How could Kristian be so utterly exasperating? How could he treat her sister with such cold indifference?
To her, such injustice was simply unbearable. "When you filed for divorce, did you make him walk away with. nothing? Ending a marriage because of another woman constitutes a profound betrayal," she fumed.
Hugh nodded solemnly. "She''s absolutely right."
"No," Freya responded, carefully noting their concerned expressions. "We divided our assets fairly."
"How exactly did you split everything?" they inquired simultaneously, their curiosity palpable.
Freya detailed the arrangement.
The settlement mirrored their previous discussion: she would retain the premium sports car, the suburban vi, and 40% of his earnings since their wedding day.
She had anticipated their approval for her adept handling of the situation.
Instead...
"Do you still harbor feelings for him? Ethel''s brow furrowed with worry. "Why would you ept such an inadequate settlement?"
Hugh interjected, "The Shaw Group generates profits in the billions annually. Offering you this pittance is simply unconscionable."
Freya exhaled deeply, pinching the bridge of her nose as she contemted her response.
Indeed, the billions seemed insignificantpared to the Briggs Group''s yearly earnings.
"He channeled most funds into investments, and I explicitly stated I wouldn''t im his investment portfolio," Freya exined. "Furthermore, he won''t get a share of my assets."
Ethel reached over to feel Freya''s forehead, wondering if illness had clouded her judgment.
Freya stared back, bewildered.
"Freya, hemitted infidelity! The fault lies entirely with him," Ethel dered, her indign." tension crept into her temples. "Protecting your assets is only right. With his character, he undoubtedly funnel that money to his paramour. You mustn''t endure this injustice. I''ll contact Trent immediately to teach Kristian a lesson." ounting as
As she spoke, she grasped her phone, ready to make the call.
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Freya swiftly intervened.
"Why stop me?" Ethel asked, perplexed.
"This settlement suffices. The divorce agreement has already been submitted. I possess numerous methods toplicate his life without engaging in financial disputes. Besides..." Freya paused meaningfully. "If we divided everything equally after marriage and the media discovered our rtionship, they might suggest the Briggs Group depends on divorce settlements to operate."
Both Ethel and Hugh fell silent, contemting this perspective.
Only a select circle knew Kristian had divorced Freya for Ashley.
If media outlets reported the story, Freya couldn''t substantiate ims of infidelity.
Kristian hadn''t been intimate with Ashley nor spent nights with her, leaving no concrete evidence of betrayal.
Even if photographs of Kristian with Ashley emerged, they could portray it as mere friendship, and withoutpelling proof, public opinion would favor them.
However, with Freya iming only modest assets, public reaction would remain manageable.
Billions might seem astronomical to otherpanies, but for the Briggs family, it represented merely a fraction
of their wealth.
"I apologize..." Ethel acknowledged her rashness. "I failed to consider these ramifications."
"No apology necessary. I understand your concern for me," Freya reassured her with a gentle smile, squeezing Ethel''s hand affectionately. "I''ve moved beyond Kristian. But you..."
Ethel''s eyes sparkled with mischief. "What about me?"
"My marriage ended poorly," Freya admitted, concerned her sister might be disillusioned with matrimony, "but I hope you won''t dismiss the institution entirely. Should you meet someone worthy, please don''t surrender that opportunity."
"Your worries are unfounded," Ethel assured her warmly.
The sisters continued their heartfelt exchange.
Observing them, Hugh felt profound contentment wash over him.
As long as his daughters thrived, he would move mountains for their happiness.
"She, I need to discuss something with him. We''ll continue our conversation once you''ve recovered."
Ethel nodded her agreement.
Hugh escorted Freya into the hallway, a familiar sense of guilt and uncertainty washing over him whenever they interacted.
"Mina, what matter requires our discussion?" he inquired softly.
"Who currently holds the president position at the Briggs Group?" Freya questioned directly.
Hugh responded, "Your cousin manages thepany now."
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"Could you arrange for me to join as an investment adviser?" Freya requested, her gaze reflecting aplex. tapestry of emotions. "I''d also needprehensive details about the coborative project with the shaw Group"
Hugh''s expression transformed with surprise, his eyes betraying a surge of hopeful emotion. "Are you genuinely considering a return to the Briggs Group?"
"I''m seeking only a professional position, not any inheritance rights," Freya rified firmly.
"Of course, I''ll make the arrangements immediately," Hugh replied, barely containing his enthusiasm. “Beyond the Shaw Group project specifics, do you require additional information?"
"I''d appreciate aprehensive list of all uing Briggs Group ventures," Freya added, characteristically decisive in her approach.
Until today, confronting Kristian hadn''t factored into her ns.
She had previously assured him he would never hear from her again.
However, his recent remarks had disturbed her equilibrium, and she now feltpelled to challenge him on familiar professional ground.
"Certainly," Hugh agreed without hesitation.
For years, he had harbored hopes that she would eventually return to assume leadership of thepany.
Despite her exceptional business acumen, she had consistently shown no interest in joining the Briggs Group''s
operations.
Now, finally, she was epting a position within the organization!
Freya maintained herposure throughout their exchange.
Since she still needed to travel to Jeucwell to finalize the divorce proceedings, she exined, "I''ll thoroughly familiarize myself with the current businessndscape first and formally assume the position after our divorce bes official."
"Whenever suits your timeline." Hugh concurred wholeheartedly.
Freya acknowledged his support with a simple nod.
During the subsequent days, Kristian made no attempt to contact Freya.
He immersed himself in business negotiations while Freya methodically investigated the incident involving
Ethel.
A week passed with remarkable swiftness.
est before
Followingprehensive medical assessments that confirmed no permanent damage, Ethel received clearance. to leave the hospital. Fortunately, her arm fracture proved rtively minor, requiring only min returning to normal function.
A more severe break would have necessitated a month-long recovery period.
Regarding her head injury, despite its initially, rming appearance due to profuse bleeding, it healed rapidly under the expert care of Frederick''s sister. Nevertheless, the wound on her forehead still required daily
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dressing changes.
Hugh personally arrived to transport her home.
Ethel sat quietly in the vehicle, a subtle mncholy evident in her demeanor.
"Mina has been thoroughly investigating the incident," Hugh exined, recognizing the source of her despondency, "She submitted all evidentiary materials tow enforcement several days ago. Once the prosecutor''s officepletes their review, the case will advance to court for formal prosecution" "Have we identified the perpetrator?" Ethel asked, her spirits visibly lifting at this development
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