Chapter 155

"Do you think Roxanne and Mr. Everett will really get married this time?" "I think so! I heard all the invitations have been sent!" "Oh, really? I heard Roxanne was attacked by several thugs!"

Another socialite's eyes widened. "No way! Where did you hear that?" "It seems true! The recent disappearance of four people in the slums might be connected to Roxanne." "How's that possible? Where did you hear that?" "That's what I heard. If she was really assaulted, how could Mr. Everett still want to marry her?" "Impossible! I don't believe it!" "What's not to believe? She just appears virtuous and pure. In college, she was involved with a senior." "I never expected she'd maintain that image all these years. Now she's marrying into the Everett family!" "Pretending certainly has its advantages!"

After Roxanne left, her friends gossiped enviously and jealously.

In the blink of an eye, the month ended. Joanna and Jaydon finalized their agreement. Jaydon invested $6 million, becoming a shareholder in Joanna's Mossbourne company. With his help, funds turned over quickly. The Mossbourne factory opened successfully, and Jaydon's expert planning resulted in numerous advertisements. Within a week, the company received over ten orders—a promising start. Joanna grew increasingly confident.

"Alright, the contract's signed!" "We're partners now!" Jaydon looked at Joanna gently.

Joanna sighed with relief. "That's right! I hope business grows steadily." "It will. Business at the factory is already improving and will continue to do so." "Thank you, Jay!" Joanna thanked him solemnly. "You're doing it again. I told you, no need for formalities between us." "Still, I want to thank you." "Then treat me to a meal!" Joanna smiled. "Of course. What would you like to eat?" Jaydon smiled. "Anything?" "Yes, as long as I can afford it!" "Can I have you?" Jaydon said with a doting smile. "Jay, you're doing it again" Jaydon chuckled. "Just kidding! You're so easily scared!"

Soon, news of Joanna's factory overcoming its crisis spread through the Haynes Group. Mr. Paul and Mr. Roger cursed.

"No way! Miss Haynes's Mossbourne business is thriving?" "Yes! It's getting better and better!" "I heard Mr. Grimm invested $6 million, turning things around!" "I knew it. She couldn't do it alone. It's all thanks to a man!" "She's good at attracting investors. Admit it!" Mr. Roger said emotionally, "If I'd known, I would have invested with her!" Mr. Paul snorted. "Forget it! Don't just focus on the immediate gains! She's severely offended Mr. Everett by working with Mr. Grimm! Do you think she'll have a good time after that?" "You're right!"

November 30th.

Since that night, Bruce's self-esteem had been wounded, and he stopped bothering Joanna. One week remained until the wedding. The richest man in Greyport's marriage naturally shocked the city. Bruce was overworked. Reporters constantly waited to interview him.

That day, reporters blocked Bruce as he left the Everett Group.

"Mr. Everett, is your wedding with Miss Roxanne on the eighth?" Bruce frowned. "Yes! Everyone's welcome." "Congratulations! Mr. Everett, can you reveal wedding details?" "I can't answer that yet!" Bruce waved politely. His bodyguards stopped the reporters. "Mr. Everett won't answer any more questions."

Although the reporters didn't get much, they were satisfied. Mr. Everett had confirmed the date.

[After Working Hard for Six Years, Miss Roxanne is Finally Getting Married to Mr. Everett Soon!] [Miss Joanna's Schemes are All in Vain] [The End of the Fight for Bruce Between the Two Miss Haynes. Joanna is Completely Defeated]

The Greyport media again publicized this, trampling Joanna. Roxanne was marrying into the Everett family, so the media naturally fawned over her. Joanna ignored the news.

On Friday, Joanna picked up Davian and Irvin from school.

"Lilia, we're back!" The boys ran to Lilia's room. "Davian and Irvin, you're back!" Lilia forced a smile, appearing listless. "This is for you." They gave Lilia gifts. "Thank you!" Lilia took the toy, still listless. "Lilia, what's wrong?" "Nothing!"

Joanna noticed something was wrong and felt Lilia's hot forehead. Lilia had a fever.

"Lilia, are you feeling unwell?" "No, I'm just a little sleepy!" Tracy added, "Lilia hasn't been well for two days. Even antipyretics haven't worked."

Joanna's heart tightened. "We'll go to the hospital tomorrow." Lilia had poor health and often caught colds. Joanna, preoccupied with work, hadn't paid enough attention. Lilia shook her head. "Mommy, I don't want to go to the hospital!" Lilia feared hospitals, needles, and scalpels.

Joanna gently touched Lilia's face. "Be good. It's just a checkup. If you're not sick, we'll come home right away." "Okay then!"

The next day, Joanna took Lilia to the hospital.

After a long wait, it was their turn. "My daughter has had a fever." "Let's do a blood test and checkup!" The doctor carefully asked questions and issued test slips.

An hour later, the results were in. "Family members, please take the girl out." "Tracy, take Lilia out." "Will do." "Doctor, is my daughter seriously ill?"

The doctor adjusted his glasses. "Your daughter has acute leukemia!"

Joanna was stunned. "That's impossible! How is this possible?" She started crying. "Miss, don't be agitated. You need to arrange hospitalization. This can't be delayed." Joanna cried bitterly. Why was fate so cruel? She wished she could bear it all for her daughter.

"Ms. Haynes, don't be agitated! We need to arrange treatment and a bone marrow transplant. It's not incurable. A matching bone marrow offers a high chance of recovery!" "Doctor, you must save my daughter!" "Let's settle the hospitalization procedures first"

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