Chapter 254 Admiration


    For Corrine


    "Sweetheart, how could I ever me you?" Bruce murmured, drawing Leah close and tenderly brushing away the tears from her cheeks. "We''ve hit a few bumps with thepany. There''s talk of pulling out investments, and I''m working on smoothing things


    over."


    A flicker of concern crossed Leah''s


    eyes. "Is Cn Archer among them?"


    and involved in business, Leah had always


    Unlike Corrine, who was assertive


    envisioned a life on the stage and steered clear of corporate affairs.


    Bruce was pleased to address her curiosity. "He and a few others. I n to have them back on board shortly."


    That day, Cn had confronted Bruce at a charged board meeting, a reminder that Bruce needed to be more proactive about thepany''s stability.


    The current investments had been secured through Corrine''s efforts.


    These investors trusted herpletely, and there was always the risk they might follow her suggestion if she persuaded them to pull out, catching him off guard.


    Guilt shadowed Leah''s features. "I''m sorry. This turmoil... it''s all because of me. Without me, there wouldn''t be any misunderstandings or board issues..."


    "It''s not your fault." Bruce reassured her with a soft, understanding look. "We''re not ready to go public with our engagement yet, which means some difort for you for


    now."


    Leah settled into his embrace. "As long as your love is true, I can handle any challenge."


    A flicker of remorse passed through Bruce''s eyes as he held her close. "Leah, I promise you avish wedding down the line."


    Leah offered a weak smile, staying silent. Then, struck by a sudden idea, she looked up at Bruce. "I''ve heard Cn and his wife are quite devoted to each other. Perhaps she could be our way in?"


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    Chapter 254 Admiration For Corrine


    "Cn was one of Corrine''s recruits," Bruce exined. "I''m not sure how she managed it, but his backing has certainly made things easier for Ashton Group."


    Bruce was unaware that his tone carried a hint of admiration for Corrine whenever he


    spoke of these matters.


    This didn''t escape Leah.


    She bit her lip secretly, her gaze dropping to conceal the chill in her eyes. "I''ve met Cn''s wife during some charity events. She''s organizing a charity auction soon. We should attend and show our support. It might just help us turn the corner, don''t you


    think?"


    A soft glimmer of amusement appeared in Bruce''s eyes as he grinned. "You truly are an invaluable partner. You alwayse through with strategies when we need them


    most."


    "Well, I am your fiancee," Leah responded, her smile radiating as she rose to give him.


    a tender kiss.


    Corrine stepped out of the bathroom just as her phone rang with a call from Karina.


    "Have you seen the message I just sent?" Karina''s eager voice came through as soon as Corrine picked up.


    "I''ve just gone over it," Corrine responded, casually drying her hair. She strolled to the kitchen ind and poured herself a ss of water. "The debacle at the anniversary celebration has definitely tarnished Ashton Group''s image, though it''s not crippling. Still, things won''t be smooth sailing for the Ashton family."


    The loss of five percent in market value and the southern citynd was indeed a heavy hit to the Ashton family.


    They might not have beenpletely defeated, but they were definitely left weakened.


    "After the revtion of Bruce and Leah''s scandal, the Ashton Group''s shares took


    a nosedive. The board members are unlikely to just let this slide!" Karinamented.