Chapter 175
“Oh, I’ve received the money. Thanks, Ms. Shekdotter! By the way, when you’re free, could you go through all the gifts Ian has given you and tally them up? Please don’t forget to transfer half of the amount to me.”
Sage then strolled off toward the research facility. Ivy was at a loss for words.
She couldn’t help but feel that Sage had changed a lot because she no longer got upset by whatever she said or did.
Could Ian’s recent change of heart toward Sage be due to this? What was she up to? Who was behind this?
Mulling it over, she decided to call Delilah get back on Sage’s good side.”
“I don’t care what you have to do, but you need to
“I don’t care what you
Ivy realized that she had underestimated Sage, which was why she was in such a difficult position at the moment. She had to find a way to keep tabs on Sage.
Meanwhile, Sage magnanimously transferred 10 grand to Tiana and texted her.
“Didn’t you mention yesterday that the hospital set up a charity fund? I’d like to donate 10 grand anonymously.”
“Oh, Sage, you’re such a gem. You’re so kind and beautiful. I’m sure you’ll be rewarded for your good deeds.”
“Cut it out. When are we meeting for dinner today?”
“OMG. I’m so sorry! My mother–in–law decided to visit a relative all of a sudden, so we’ll have to reschedule!”
Compared to Tiana, Sage had an easy time managing her relationship with her mother–in- law. After giving Tiana a good ribbing, Sage made her way to Collin’s office to meet him.
Collin was surprised to learn of her plans. “Ms. Shekdotter from Bolton Investment had just asked me about the clinical status of the drug, so I’m surprised that you’re interested in the distribution rights of the drug, Mrs. Holcomb. Did Mr. Holcomb ask you guys to show up separately?”
“I want the distribution rights. It has nothing to do with Ian,” she said with a smile.
He didn’t take her seriously because he thought she was having another lover’s spat with Ian. Mrs. Holcomb, to be honest, this has been my life’s work. I’d like to launch it under the name of the research institute.”
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Of course, she could understand Collin’s wishes. But there was one thing she couldn’t quite wrap her head around.
If Ivy had predicted the success of this drug during her investigation, how did she manage to convince Collin to let Henry have the distribution rights? Furthermore, the investment funds Henry obtained after that did not come from Bolton Investment. So where did the funds come
from?
While Ivy’s father, Roland, had his own company, judging from its size and influence, it couldn’t possibly have come up with such a large sum of money. Could it be that someone else had helped Ivy?
After obtaining some pertinent information from Collin, Sage followed the staff on a tour of the lab and some other places.
She decided to say goodbye to Collin after she had a better understanding of the situation. But when she got to the door, she noticed lan there, waiting for her.
Ian was decked out in a suit, as usual. He sat with his back to the door on the couch in the reception area. Even from afar, his presence and confidence were unmistakable.
“Mr. Holcomb, your subordinate was just here a few hours ago. Are you here because you doubt their abilities?” Collin asked with a smile when he spotted Sage’s figure.
“Of course, I have to be more attentive when it comes to matters regarding your institute, Professor Braun,” Ian said calmly.
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Collin chuckled. “Oh, is that so? Did you not rush here to find Mrs. Holcomb because you heard that she was here, Mr. Holcomb?”
