The Billionaire's Forbidden Longing

Chapter 86 First Meeting with Dorian This was a real pickle. Allison mulled it over for a bit and then marked a spot overseas. "We can't stay here, it's too risky. Head to our territory. Tell Dr. White that if we need to go all in, the fee is a cool billion dollars!" Cleo's jaw dropped. "Did I hear that right? A billion dollars? We're loaded!" Allison just rolled her eyes. The steep price was justified for two reasons: first, Benjamin could definitely afford it, and second, she really needed the cash. Plus, she was giving up her latest Al technology as part of the deal, so asking for a billion wasn't too outrageous. Alexander, after hearing her terms, nodded without a second thought. "Agree to her terms!" James, hearing this, hesitated. "Mr. Carter, that's a billion dollars. That's no small change. Isn't this investment a bit much?" James didn't get the nitty-gritty of Benjamin's project, but he knew that kind of money wasn't usually thrown around lightly.

Alexander shook his head. "James, sthings are worth more than money! Do you even know what Dr. White is working on?" James shook his head. Alexander pulled a file from his drawer and tossed it to James. After skimming through it, James was floored. "This... this... is incredible!" "Still think it's too expensive?" Alexander asked.

James quickly shook his head. "This is revolutionary. Mr. Carter, can this really be done?" Alexander grinned. He wasn't sure before, but now he had a good feeling. "Let Dr. White do his thing. The Carter Group will back him with the best gear!" The deal was set, but Allison had a new problem. How could she vanish for half a month without Alexander catching on? She turned to Cleo for advice.

Cleo, munching on chips, said, "Allison, just be straight with him! Spill the beans!" Allison chuckled, "It's not the right tyet!" "How about entering a competition?" Cleo suggested.

Allison's eyes lit up. She grabbed her phone and video-called Felix. "Felix, getan invite to a gaming competition, and make sure it's in the Rainbow District!" Felix was stunned but quickly got excited. "Seriously? You're not messing with me?" Allison nodded. "But I'll only show up on the competition day. You have to keep my whereabouts under wraps!" "No problem!" Felix was thrilled.

Cleo looked annoyed. "Felix, do you have to be such a doofus?" Felix grinned, "Mind your own business. As long as Allison's in, I'll do anything!" Soon, Allison got an invite to an integaming competition in Aquilonia, close to their base.

In the days leading up to her departure, Allison visited the hospital to give Hayden massages and therapy. Despite his stroke, Hayden was bouncing back and always happy to see her. "Allison, how's the company doing?" Hayden hadn't heard the latest about the Bennett Group and was a bit worried.

Allison reassured him, "I've handed it over to a pro manager. The recovered funds are legally back in the company! Grandpa, promise me, whether it's Preston or Jasper, you can't give in on company matters!" Hayden hesitated, looking at Allison. "Allison, Preston's still your father!" Allison paused, then looked up at him. "He is, but Grandpa, five years ago, he didn't just want to ruin me; he wanted to take down the whole Bennett family! I cback for Grandma, not him." With that, she packed up her medical kit and left without looking back.

If you're loving the book, nel5sis where the adventure continues. Join us for the complete experience all for free. The next chapter is eagerly waiting for you! Hayden sighed. People always said a happy family led to success, but for the Bennett family, that seemed impossible. A family was like a tree; if the roots were rotten, how could it thrive? Standing beside Hayden, Jonah said, "Mr. Bennett, since Ms. Bennett has taken over the Bennett Group, you should trust her! The board members have reported that the company turned a profit this month, and many projects are moving along smoothly. It's all thanks to Ms. Bennett's skills!" Hayden looked at Jonah and sneered, "You don't get it. She's not doing this for the Bennett family; she's doing it for her grandmother. That's her only tie to the Bennett family!" Jonah didn't quite get Hayden's point. Wasn't doing it for Valencia also for the Bennett family? As Allison left the hospital, she unexpectedly ran into Jasper.

Seeing her, Jasper said, "Allison, it's been a few days, and you really are a pleasant surprise!" Allison just glanced at him and gave a cold smile. "Want sadvice? I know you hold the shares of the Bennett Group's overseas companies. If I were you, I'd head abroad and build my own empire instead of meddling with the Bennett Group!" With that, she turned and walked away.

As he watched her leave, Jasper's eyes darkened. "Allison, it's not your place to tellwhat to do!" After leaving the hospital, Allison took a cab straight to the Carter Group. It was her first tthere, and it was the tallest building in Skycrest CBD, entirely occupied by the Carter Group. Today, she was there to see Alexander.

She walked into the lobby and asked the receptionist, who was a bit surprised to learn she was there to see the CEO.

If you're loving the book, nel5sis where the adventure continues. Join us for the complete experience all for free. The next chapter is eagerly waiting for you! The receptionist asked with a smile, "Miss, do you have an appointment with our CEO?" Allison nodded and gave James's phone number. The receptionist quickly got in touch with James.

Five minutes later, James appeared downstairs. "Ms. Bennett, Mr. Carter askedto take you to the design department. He has already made arrangements!" James led the way and even personally pressed the elevator button for Allison, leaving the reception staff astonished. "Who is this lady that James personally cto receive and is being so respectful?" The staff exchanged puzzled looks as they didn't recognize Allison.

Allison went straight to the Carter Group's design department. There was a team here, specifically the third department for restoring Serenity Manor. When they saw James When coming, the department employees were already waiting at the door.

"James, is this Ms. Bennett?" The department director, a middle-aged man, asked.

Allison paused for a moment when she saw him. "You're Dorian, the national architecture expert it's such an honor to meet you. I'm Allison!" she said, shaking hands with Dorian Reid, who was surprised that Allison recognized him. "Thank you, Ms. Bennett. Have we met before?" Dorian asked. Allison nodded slightly and said, "I once attended your lecture in Avalon City. Actually, after coming to Skycrest, I also tried to find you. I didn't expect you to be working at the Carter Group!"

Hearing her words, Dorian nodded, feeling an immediate rapport with Allison. Then the group went to the conference room. Dorian's team took Allison's restoration project very seriously, and many details still needed to be discussed with her.

Dorian said, "Ms. Bennett, as far as I know, Serenity Manor once belonged to the Bishop family, who were once very wealthy in Skycrest. Are you a descendant of the Bishop family?" Allison nodded and said bluntly, "My grandmother is a descendant of the Bishop family. Her lifelong regret was not being able to keep the manor. The Bishop family's former glory and wealth were far more than this. Unfortunately, with my abilities, I could only recover this much." Dorian nodded, very satisfied with Allison. Despite her young age, she had the composure of an adult. Sometimes, upbringing needed to be cultivated from a young age.

He said, "Ms. Bennett, you've done very well. However, if you want to restore everything, I must be frank, it will require a lot of funds!"