Chapter 541 Appealing To Her Emotions
A Crazy Night Novel
Timothy also had no idea what horrible things Anya, the daughter of Nigel, had done. Back when Christina wanted to return to the Gibsons and inherit the family business, Anya was the one who most strongly opposed that idea.
If the father and daughter were united in their thoughts, Nigel would inevitably make Anya hurt Christina in order to preserve his interests and power.
The question came like a bolt from the blue. Dumbfounded, Nigel misinterpreted Timothyâs meaning and sneered, âTimothy, are you blaming Anya for all that has happened to the Gibson family? How could you forgo family ties for the sake of revenge?â
Timothy only wanted to fish for information from Nigel and had not put as much thought into the matter as the latter assumed.
âRecently, Anya came to Jadeborough very often. Iâm afraid sheâs too young and lacks consideration before taking action, and she might have gotten herself into trouble. Otherwise, why would Nathaniel mention Anya to me?â
Nigel was extremely prideful and protective of his daughter. Naturally, he would say or do anything to defend Anya.
âWhy donât you question your own daughter instead? If she was truly capable, there would have been no need for Anya to work so hard and run around to get investments for Gibson Corporation. In the end, Anya didnât even gain any favor for herself. By the way, I heard from Anya that Christina often makes things difficult for her since the day Christina took over the company. And here you are, protecting Christina before I can even question her about this. If you canât convince Nathaniel to change his mind. then just wait for Gibson Corporation to go bankrupt. Whatever it is. Iâve done my best to help. With that.. Nigel showed how selfish he was right before hanging up the call.
âDâmn b*stard!â cursed Timothy as he gripped his phone, his expression ferocious.
No way! I canât sit still and watch Gibson Corporation go bankrupt! As long as Christina is still my daughter, she must bear the responsibility of saving the company.
With that thought in mind. Timothy dialed Christinaâs number.
At that time, Christina was in her office packing while waiting for Nathaniel to pick her up.
A call from Timothy was the last thing she expected.
âDo you need something. Dad?â Her tone was indifferent.
âChristina, are you still mad at your grandma and me?â Timothy asked.
Christina took a seat on the couch and rubbed her tummy. âWhat do you want?â
Timothy could sense that she did not want to engage in a conversation with him and sighed. âRegret washed over your grandma and me when you left Hallsbay with the children the other day. We really shouldnât have used the kids to force you into doing something)
Christina fell silent after hearing that.
âPlease find some time to come home, Christina. Your grandma misses you very much. Do give us a chance to apologize to you.â Timothy appealed to her emotions. âNow that weâre finally reunited, Iâm sure your mom wouldnât want to see us separated again. Your grandma and I wonât force you into doing anything you donât wish to do anymore.â
He added, âThings arenât going very well for the Gibson family. Wonât you come back to visit us? For your motherâs sake.â
Timothy did not mention a word about his meeting with Nathaniel in Jadeborough.
He knew that Christina was a filial and sentimental person who valued relationships above all else, and she would definitely not refuse Timothy if he used her mother as an excuse.
Christinaâs heart wrenched. Although she had become utterly disappointed in the Gibson family, it was not easy for her to draw the line and cut off ties with those she was related to by blood.
âDad, Lucas and Camila are my bottom line. I canât bring myself to forgive you all for what you lot have done. Yet, Iâm also in no position to comment on your plans to get revenge on the Hadley family. Iâve been very busy lately, so itâs not feasible for me to go back and forth between two places. You and Grandma should take care of yourselves, and Iâll find time to pay you all a visit.â
Christinaâs words indirectly indicated her refusal to continue being used by the Gibson family as a pawn in their revenge.
She was no longer alone; she had a lover and children. The conflicts of the past generation should not be passed down to the next to bear their consequences, let alone implicate the poor, innocent kids.
Christina vowed to uncover the truth about the accident that got both the Hadleys and the Gibsons entangled so that her mother could rest in peace.
âIâm sorry. I shouldnât have allowed your Uncle Nigelâs family to put pressure on you when you were in a quandary.â
Timothy was the last to know that Nigel had used his name to privately ask Christina to hand over the contract after Nathaniel withdrew his investment.
Anyhow, Nathaniel intercepted and stopped the transfer before the contract could reach Christina. When Nigel learned about it, he contacted Nathaniel personally instead of giving it all up. However, his efforts were in vain as Nathaniel ignored him.
In the end, Nigel was so desperate that he shifted his target toward Timothy.
Christina was under the impression that Timothy was referring to the ruckus raised by Anya at the ward. âLet bygones be bygones. Thereâs no use crying over spilled milk. I have other matters to attend to. Thus, I shall hang up now.â
She ended the call decisively while staring at the approaching Maybach.
Nathaniel had been working hard to seek justice for her from the Gibson family. Hence, Christina did not want to cause him trouble or embarrass him.
Moreover, her disappointment in the Gibson family did not just begin recently. It was caused by repeated hurtful incidents.
She could understand Timothy and Azureâs desire for revenge, but she could not tolerate Anyaâs despicable deeds.
Christina had been kidnapped to the factory and nearly killed by Madison. Therefore, she would never show Anya mercy if she discovered the latter was involved in the incident.
The Maybach pulled up right in front of her. Nathaniel then got out of the car to greet her. âHave you been waiting here for a long time? Next time, donât come down and wait. Iâll go up and get you instead.â
Christina replied, âIâm not a delicate porcelain doll. Iâve been sitting for so long in the studio and wanted to move my muscles. Itâs good for me to walk a bit.â
She burrowed into Nathanielâs arms and blinked her eyes cheekily. âBesides, my staff can never focus on their work whenever you show up at my studio. Their eyes will be fixated on you all the time. Should their tasks be delayed, Iâd inevitably make a loss.â
Nathaniel wrapped his arms around her waist and ushered her into the car. âAre you jealous?â he asked softly.
Christina scoffed as she shifted to the side and kept a distance from him. âHow could I be jealous over such a trivial matter? Am I so petty? Nothing can ever come between me and my money-making business.â
Nathaniel stretched out his arm and pulled her back into his embrace. He coaxed her softly, âDo you not have enough money lately? Why donât you tell your darling husband if you need more? He has no lack of money and is especially willing to spend it on you.â
Christinaâs ears turned red when she inet Nathanielâs blazing gaze, and she immediately averted her eyes. Though she felt warm deep within, she said arrogantly, âYes, yes, yes, I know you are filthy rich, but I donât need your money, for I can make my own.â
âAll right. You donât have to use mine, but can I spend my wifeâs money?â
Nathaniel seemed to be very interested in that topic and intent on pursuing it further until Christina gave him a satisfactory answer.
âIâm more than happy to be your sugar baby.â