Chapter 1227: Boundaries

Chapter 1227: Boundaries

Kian couldn't find any other loopholes in the arrangements, but for the

sake of safety, Ayan instructed Kian to try and make contact with the

purchaser responsible for all matters related to the orphanage’s

procurement. However, he was not to have any ulterior motives and

should proceed gradually to avoid detection.

Regardless, Preston needed to be closely monitored. This was his

lowest point, and from his perspective, it was the time when everyone

would relax their guard. But the more this happened, the more Ayan

needed to keep a close eye on him and turn every opportunity that

favored him into a disadvantage.

As for Elijah, let him have a good reunion with Sean for now.

Currently, the most important matter for Ayan was the Nores Group.

The project was on hold, and they were originally supposed to discuss

the launch ceremony these past two days. However, the situation had

changed due to a meal.

Mr. Nores couldn't reach Ayan and wanted to schedule a meeting with

him. Kian only informed him that the resolution of this matter depended

on the actions of the Nores family. Mr. Nores understood the

implication.

He had contacted Alicia multiple times, but she couldn't be reached

since last night. Many people had been sent to find her, but there was

still no news.

With no other options, Mr. Nores had to pin his hopes on Mario. He

found Mario, but it had only been a short night. Many projects of the

Nores Group had encountered terminations and interruptions, and Mr.

Nores was anxious and exhausted.

He hadn't slept well all night.

Mr. Nores found Mario in the hotel where he was staying. Sitting on the

couch, he anxiously watched Mario, who was drinking coffee. He

asked, "Miss King, what can we do to get Mr. Simpson to restore this

project? You and Mrs. Simpson are good friends. Can you help

persuade Mrs. Simpson? If this project continues to be delayed, it won't

be beneficial for you either!"

Mr. Nores was truly afraid of losing the project. If it really fell through,

he feared he would have completely offended Ayan. Offending Ayan

had already caused him significant losses, and it would be difficult for

him to survive in Hance City in the future.

The more he thought about it, the more worried he became. His

expression grew heavy and uneasy, especially when Mario didn't

respond after he finished speaking. He placed all his hopes on Mario,

gazing at him with eyes full of expectation.

After waiting quietly for almost half a minute, Mario finally spoke calmly,

saying, "Mr. Nores, I'm also in a difficult position because your daughter

did speak out of turn. Based on my understanding of Cami, she

wouldn't have clashed with anyone unless provoked. I mentioned this

to you last night, and I thought you knew what to do."

"Miss King, there's no one else here, and I trust you. So, I'll be honest. I

can't reach Alicia right now. She's been spoiled, and now that she has

her own ideas, she's become even more uncontrollable.”

Mr. Nores looked troubled and helpless. Alicia is no longer a child;

she's completely out of control. Despite his stern warnings, Alicia didn't

take it seriously, which is why there hasn't been any action so far.

The more Mr. Nores thought about it, the more helpless he felt. He

looked at Mario and said, "Miss King, please help me think of a

solution. I really don't know what to do with her anymore.”

Mario thought for a moment and then spoke calmly, "Since she's grown

up now, she should learn to be independent. Cut off all her cards, and

she'll realize that her honor is tied to the Nores family. As long as the

Nores family is not doing well, she won't have anything.”

Mario's words gave Mr. Nores an idea. He nodded and agreed, "You're

right, Miss King. She's been spoiled, and she has never worried about

anything. Of course, she doesn't understand hardship and

appreciation.”

Mr. Nores immediately called his secretary and instructed them to

deactivate all of Alicia's cards. When Alicia finished her meal and tried

to pay the bill, she realized her card wasn't working. That's when she

learned about Mr. Nores' intentions.

She wasn't worried because the restaurant belonged to her friend's

family. Alicia immediately called them, but they didn't answer.

Now Alicia was starting to lose face. They used to have such a close

relationship, but now her calls were being ignored. Naturally, Alicia was

unhappy about it.

She said to the hotel manager, “I'm friends with your boss. Give her a

call."

The manager replied, "Miss Nores, please don't put us in a difficult

position. We're just working here. It's just the cost of a meal. For you,

it's the price of a cup of bubble tea!"

Alicia had never faced such a rejection before, and her expression

became extremely unpleasant. However, her gaze noticed a few

familiar figures-it was her sister's friends and acquaintances from the

socialite circle, the same people she had just called and ignored her.

The other party also noticed Alicia but pretended not to see her and

tried to leave. Alicia immediately approached them and asked, "Didn't

you see me?"

Upon hearing Alicia's words, the group forced a smile and said, "Oh, it's

Alicia. We just finished eating and have other appointments. Let's catch

up another time!"

After speaking, they were about to leave. Alicia, seeing this,

immediately asked, "What do you mean?"

One of her friends who didn't answer her calls said, "Alicia, we're really

sorry. Your family offended Ayan, and my parents asked me to keep

some distance from you. Please don't be angry!"

After saying that, everyone quickly left as if they had encountered a

plague.

Their relationship was usually good, but now they were drawing clear

boundaries with her.

Alicia was extremely angry about this, but what could she do?

That's how it is in this circle. When you're thriving, you have many

friends, but when you're in trouble, everyone distances themselves

from you.

The only one who didn't abandon her was her childhood best friend.

Faced with this situation, her friend told Alicia, "Uncle is doing this for

the sake of the Nores family. You know how powerful the Simpson

Group is. Many people are avoiding the Nores family now. If things

continue like this, the Nores family will definitely face more difficulties.

You should apologize to Camille. It's just an apology, and no one else

will see it. Only those who can bend can accomplish great things,

right?"

Alicia remained silent, showing a particularly cold expression on her

face. She stayed silent for a long, long time before finally asking softly,

"So, you're saying that apart from apologizing, I have no other

options?"

"Didn't you already try? Ayan won't give you face. He's a cold-hearted

man towards everyone. From this incident, it's clear that he's only

devoted to his wife. So, you can only apologize!"

Her friend's words made Alicia's face grow darker and darker. Now that

she had lost the support of the Nores family, she realized that she truly

was alone.