Chapter 87: It Was All Manipulation
Originally, Winnie was only a little scared. But the moment she opened the closet and saw the medicine, she was truly terrified.
“Winnie never told them her locker number, but they still knew,” Waylon said, his expression turning serious. “Before taking action, she checked the hospital’s pharmacy system and confirmed that this bottle really did come from the hospital.”
So there’s something wrong with the pharmacy?
Chase stayed silent for a moment before speaking. “After the incident, I happened to be starting a review of major cases from the past few years. I wanted to thoroughly investigate all of Cloud Hospital’s systems, but I’m the only one doing it. It’ll take time. The only person at the hospital we can truly trust is Bernard. The two of us just can’t handle everything.”
Wendy said, “The pharmacy’s more important. Something like this might happen again. I think we should first confirm this person exists and keep an eye on them secretly.”
“I’ll take care of it with Bernard,” Chase replied. “I want to officially keep Blanc at the hospital. Blanc has the ability, and with him around, it’s one more person who can help.”
“You can arrange things at the hospital. I’ll support you fully.”
Watching them work together, Waylon felt uneasy. Maybe it was because he rarely saw Chase so serious, and Wendy always looked so cold. Together, they gave off a kind of intimidating, unstoppable force.
He still remembered Chase sitting at the Watering Hole not long ago, with a bitter face, saying he was divorced and that Wendy didn’t love him. But now…
This wasn’t so bad either. Someone had to handle these things.
While they talked, Lemon finished reading the written statement. Once she closed the file, she looked up. “You and Henry are going on a business trip. Isn’t that dangerous! I keep feeling like Henry has other intentions.”
Wendy and Henry were going on a trip for a jewelry department collaboration. Originally, Henry wasn’t included, but the night before departure, he was suddenly added. If he found out they called to show how much they valued the project and that, as the general manager, he would be attending, he might find it a special occasion – it was the place they had once... (The rest of this sentence is incomprehensible and should be removed or clarified).
Now, because of work, they had a chance to go. Henry just wanted to stir up old memories.
Chapter 87: It Was All Manipulation
“It’s fine. I’ll be taking Sammy and Jeremy from the jewelry department. With them around, there won’t be much trouble.”
She reached back and held Chase’s hand. “I don’t have many good memories of Henry left. Looking back now, it was all manipulation.”
Chase naturally trusted Wendy and didn’t plan to interfere with the trip.
Seeing Chase had no objections, Lemon nodded. “Natalie’s side is ready to start filming anytime. Are you sure you want to shoot the two jewelry lines’ endorsements at the same time? Isn’t that a little risky?”
“What risk?” Wendy spread her hands. “With Franklin and Natalie’s popularity, I can’t lose either way. The only difference is how much I make. I honestly don’t care about this bit of money.”
The endorsements would only give the Quinn Group’s jewelry department a small boost. Even without them, Quinn Group’s jewelry remained firmly in the industry’s top three—unshakable and untouchable.
Before the trip, Wendy also called a separate meeting with Sammy and Jeremy.
Jeremy Brown, the new director of jewelry design, was a newcomer with sharp instincts. To be exact, Wendy had taken a liking to the competition entries he had submitted during his time at the design academy. They perfectly matched Quinn Group’s aesthetic.
Since the former design director had to leave due to immigration issues, and after much discussion, they chose Jeremy. Jeremy had zero work experience, but when it came to design, he was a true genius. Back in his sophomore year, countless design companies had already reached out to him. After rounds of selection, right before graduation, he chose the Quinn Group.
“What do I do on this trip?” Jeremy still didn’t really understand how business trips worked. He thought it would be like meetings where everyone threw out opinions that didn’t matter to him and weren’t actually used—but he still had to listen.
Sammy replied, “As the new design director, of course you’re coming, but you don’t need to do anything. Just shut yourself in and draw, or go out to find inspiration. All expenses during the trip need receipts. The company will reimburse you. We chose Jashonton because next quarter’s jewelry trade show will be held there, and your designs need to fit the city’s style.”
He only half-understood, but he nodded and said he’d cooperate.
“The general manager from Hype Entertainment going with us has a complicated relationship with Ms. Quinn. You don’t need to worry about him. Just focus on Franklin,” Sammy said.
Jerry glared at Wendy. She was leaning back in her chair, replying to messages. Sammy continued, “You’ve seen Franklin’s photos and I sent you the award show video. Franklin’s pretty… (The rest of this sentence is unclear and needs to be clarified). The jewelry for the lower-end line needs to be softer, less cold, and less edgy.”
Chapter 87: It Was All Manipulation
Talented people always had a bit of an attitude. Luckily, Wendy understood that well. Sammy added, “That’s all. Just one more thing, try not to let Ms. Quinn and Mr. Harrison be alone together. You know what I mean, right?”