The Cherished Wife (Noelle and Charles)

The sudden change in senior management, particularly Peter's ousting, left the company in disarray. After all, Peter was essentially the backbone of Lennon Group. Since the storm nearly seven or eight years ago, Lennon Group had not faced such turmoil.

Peter's entry had brought in a wealth of fresh talent, all of whom were closely tied to him. Now, with Peter abruptly sidelined, those who remained felt uneasy. Many even resigned outright while others stayed but lost interest in their work.

Lennon Group plunged into turmoil. Even with Jack's competence, he could not control the employees loyal to Peter. To make matters worse, several companies paused their collaborations with Lennon Group, seeking a formal explanation amidst the chaos. This created a deepening sense of unrest within the company. Though Jack had anticipated some difficulties, he found himself unprepared for the scale of this challenge.

Jamie, who previously worked on smaller projects, had never witnessed such a major upheaval. With Lennon Group's share price plunging, rumors started circulating that the company might change ownership. Meanwhile, the one person considered critical to Lennon Group's success was calmly enjoying a meal with Zara at home. Zara glanced at Peter several times, clearly struggling with something on her mind. Peter set his plate down. "Zara, you've been eyeing me for a while. Just say what's on your mind."

Zara sighed. "Mr. Peter, are you really planning to cut ties with the Lennons? The family..."

"Zara, you don't need to worry about it. Some things simply aren't mine," Peter replied, adding a serving of vegetables to her plate. "Just leave it alone."

"But... without a job, how will you support Ms. Tania and Brandon?" Zara looked at Peter with concern, sighing. "Well, I've saved up a little over the years. It should be enough."

"Zara, do you really think that

without Lennon Group or the

Lennons, l'a be left with nothing? Do you think I'm that incapable?" Peter laughed, shaking his head. "Don't" worry. I have more than enough to take care of you, Tania, and Brandon."

"Still!" Zara sighed. "Family shouldn't be so heartless. And your parents...."

Zara had originally served Qiana and followed her to the Lennon

residence after Qiana married Caleb When talking about Peter's parents, she always felt they had not shown Peter enough care. "Can't they say a few good words for you to Sir Lennon?"

"Enough, Zara. Have you prepared the soup I asked for?"

"Yes, yes," she replied, setting her plate aside. "Mr. Peter, are you planning to..."

"I'm heading to the hospital to see Nancy," he replied. "I'll check on Tania and Brandon too."

"Oh, that's wonderful. Maybe it's for the best that you're not working now. You can focus on Ms. Tania and Brandon. Also, bring them back here sooner. Make Five Elements Residence lively again."

"Alright," Peter agreed, taking the insulated container from her hands. "Won't you eat a little more?"

"I'm full. Get some rest, Zara. I'll head out now."

"Alright," she replied, watching him go. She sighed softly after he left.

After barely half an hour of quiet at home, the doorbell rang. Zara hurried to answer it, surprised to see Jennifer standing there. "Ms. Jennifer!"