When Her "Death" Couldn't Break Him

Chapter 693 Talk Over Dinner

When the couple arrived at the Evans family, Ralph stepped out to welcome the two. “Dinner’s been ready for a while. Come in and eat.”

Dad, there’s no need to be so formal,” Cassandra said with a smile. “If there’s something you need, just talk to Nicholas directly.”

She truly believed that she held a place in Nicholas‘ heart.

Nicholas also spoke. “Mr. Evans, I heard from Cassandra that you wish to discuss something important with me. Let’s talk about that first.”

“Well… Let’s talk over dinner,” said Ralph with a beaming smile, ushering the two into the dining room.Exclusive © material by Nô(/v)elDrama.Org.

During the meal, Ralph slowly revealed that ever since his return, he had been constantly targeted by others.

He was rather tactful, not fully disclosing the predicament he found himself in.

After all, Nicholas wasn’t his son–in–law yet. He was worried that if Nicholas found out that the Evans family was in bad shape, the latter might call off the wedding.

“That’s all about the matter. It’s not an incredibly severe situation, but it’s not good either.” Ralph observed Nicholas‘ expression carefully.

After listening quietly, Nicholas asked calmly, “What’s your plan?”

Ralph choked up. Clearly, he hadn’t expected Nicholas to counter–question him.

He was already out of options and was hoping that Nicholas would stand up for him to punish Imminence Corporation.

“Nicholas, could you do me a favor and take over the project I’m currently handling? Once my funds are sufficient for turnover, I’ll take the project back. I promise you won’t incur any losses.” Ralph spoke convincingly, but Nicholas had already investigated Evans Group’s situation.

Nicholas gazed at Ralph’s seemingly astute face, saying, “Mr. Evans, this isn’t a trivial matter. Even though I am the CEO of Orion Corporation, I don’t possess that much authority. Come Monday.

Il convene a meeting to discuss whether to take over Evans Group’s project.”

Upon hearing that, Ralph felt his heart instantly turning ice cold because Nicholas was clearly rejecting him.

Cassandra assumed that Nicholas was genuinely in a difficult situation. “Nicholas, I’ve put you in a tough spot”

“It’s nothing” After Nicholas finished speaking, he put down his fork “I’m full. so I’ll head back first”

“I’ll send you out.” Cassandra rose.

Unbeknownst to them, it had started to rain again. Nicholas stopped her. “I heard your mother is unwell. When you have the time, keep her company. There’s no need to see me off.”

“All right.” Cassandra watched him leave.

When she looked back, she saw Ralph looking worried. “Dad, what’s wrong?”

“Cassandra, didn’t you catch that earlier? Nicholas has no intention of helping us at all,” said Ralph.

“How could that be? Didn’t he mention that they would make a decision in the meeting?”

“You’re really too naïve. No one rejects someone so bluntly these days.”

Upon hearing those words, Cassandra recalled Nicholas‘ recent attitude, yet she still found it hard to believe. “Dad, you must have misunderstood. By Monday, he’ll definitely give you an answer.”

Upon seeing her unwavering certainty, Ralph could tell that she had fallen deeply in love with Nicholas.

He patted Cassandra’s shoulder. “Cassandra, don’t forget what I’ve always reminded you. You can date, but you must never fall in true love with anyone.”

Cassandra brushed it off, unconcerned. “I understand, and I’ve always remembered. My feelings. for Nicholas are simply fondness, nothing more. Don’t overthink it.”

“All right.”

While the two were in conversation, a phone call came through.

Cassandra picked up her phone, took a look, and frowned.

“Who is it?” Ralph asked.

-Who else could it be? It’s my dear mother Paula.” Cassandra was about to hang up the phone, but then she remembered what Nicholas had said before he left, so she answered the call, “Mom, what do you need me for?”