Chapter 91 End the Relationship

Kate worked for the entire morning, reading various plans and figuring out how to implement them. She wanted to be involved because Kate believed that she could fight a hundred battles and win them all as long as she knew her enemies and how to cope with any problems she encountered. When she was determined to take of White Group, she vowed to be fully engaged in all aspects.

Looking up and seeing her mother's photo hanging on the wall, Kate said, "Mom, I know I can follow in your footsteps. I will go for it!"

After lunch, Kate was on her way back to her office when the receptionist called out, "Lady Kate, Chairman Vincent from Smith Group, is her to see you!"

She looked up and saw Vincent waving at her with his one free hand and supporting his cane with his other.

Kate hurried to greet him, "Welcome to White Group, Grandpa."

"Are you available now? I have something to talk to you about."

"Yes, I am!" Kate took Vincent to a nearby meeting room.

"Please sit down," Kate said and pulled out a chair.

"You wait for me outside," Vincent told his guard.

Seeing Vincent's unapproving look, Kate felt nervous.

"Cassie told me that you divorced Joseph, did you?" Vincent questioned.

Kate admitted truthfully, "Yes."

"Why don't you tell me? I'm your grandpa!" Vincent slammed his cane down on the ground in anger.

In the Smith family, only Cassie and Vincent showed favoritism toward Kate. Though she wasn't as close to Vincent as she was to Cassie, he always blamed Joseph for anything that happened.

"Sorry, Grandpa. I didn't mean to upset you," Kate whispered.

"You think it is enough to apologize to me?" Vincent was not as friendly as before, "We helped White Group because you were part of the Smith family. Since you divorced Joseph, I don't think I should continue to help you."

Vincent knew it would hurt Kate, but he chose to tell her what was on his mind because nothing was more important to him than Smith Group.

Kate understood exactly what he meant, "You mean we should end the relationship between White Group and Smith Group?"

"Yes, that is correct!" Vincent did not hesitate. He gripped his cane and stared at Kate, "You have no connection to us now. You need to develop your company on your own."

"Grandpa, I understand, and I will!" Kate promised.

"You have more of a backbone than your father ever has. I believe that with you managing White Group, it will develop quickly and more efficiently," Vincent encouraged.

"Thank you!"

"By the way, Joseph is very stubborn. He may not take in my advice. If possible, I hope you can convince him."

"Okay," Kate nodded.

Vincent felt relieved after hearing Kate agree, "I am not a heartless person. If you are ever in trouble, tell me, and I will help to the best of my ability. I just don't want White Group to be like the adopted child of Smith Group forever."

"Grandpa, thank you for your offer, but I hope you don't ever need to worry. I can take care of things on my own!"

"Great!"

After Vincent left, Kate sat in the meeting room for a long time. She felt an overwhelming pressure without Smith's help, but she would never give up.

"Max, decline politely the resources that Smith Group provided us. If they ask, you tell them it was my decision," Kate was aware that Vincent visited to tell her what he thought was best. If she did not reject any help offered, Vincent might not be as friendly. Also, Kate did not want to receive any assistance from Joseph; she would only be under his control again.

Max asked in confusion, "We have developed very quickly with Smith Group's help. If we reject their offer, I am worried that we will be severely affected, and…"

"Do as I said! I will take the blame for any loss and consequences," Kate said determinedly.

**

At Smith Group, Joseph grew furious when he was notified that Kate turned down his help.

John sensed his coldness, so he put his head down and pretended not to notice.

"Is she going to cut all relationships with me?" Joseph mumbled to himself.

"Mr. President, since Lady Kate rejected our help, you could ask other companies to help her," John suggested.

"That is a great idea!" Joseph acknowledged.

"What is happening to you and Lady Kate?" John summoned the courage to ask after Joseph liked his idea, "All females like being charmed. As long as you buy her luxurious bags, cosmetics, or other gifts, she will not be angry with you. It is very common for couples to quarrel with each other."

"Contact Wilson Group now!" Joseph stared at him instead of responding. His mind was in a ton of different places on who he could ask to help Kate.

John was frightened by the look in Joseph's eyes, "Yes, sir! I will go do it right now!"

**

When Anna began working at Smith Group, she thought her chances of becoming Joseph's wife would increase. The next part of her plan was to gain Joseph's love and trust.

After work, Anna waited for Joseph beside his car. She was waiting nearly an hour when Joseph finally appeared. She lifted her high-heeled shoes in the air and limped toward Joseph, "Joseph, you finally finished work!"

Joseph had not expected to see Anna; he asked impatiently, "What are you doing here?"

"I..." She lowered head and looked at her foot, saying, "There are too many stairs, I hurt my ankle, and the heel broke. I didn't want to walk barefoot on the street, so I waited for you here in the garage, hoping..."

"Don't make up stories!" Joseph interrupted her coldly, "You can go somewhere and call a taxi. Don't think that I will give into you just because you are using that one mistake as an excuse!"

Joseph regarded himself as a responsible man, but he would never compromise because someone was forcing him to do so.

Suddenly, Anna cried, "Joseph, I don't intend to threaten you with that night. I really don't want to embarrass myself in public, so I hid here. I admit I wanted you to take me home, but I would never threaten you. If you are unwilling to drive me, I will go away right now. Don't be angry with me…I beg you."