Chapter 367 Villain Holding Sway
The next day at Hudson Pharmaceuticals. “What happened to the approval for the Northlane Development Project?” After the morning meeting, Rachel read the document in her hand and tapped it with the sign pen. “Why has the progress halted at this stage?”
Upon hearing that, Miss Evergreen said, “The project team said that the construction will proceed normally, but we couldn’t get the approval.” “What’s the problem?”
“The Environment Bureau didn’t give us the permit, so the construction is temporarily suspended.”
“Didn’t we acquire the permit before the construction?”
“There was a reinspection, and it was said that our environmental protection procedures were not up to standard, so it was revoked.”
“What’s the specific reason?”
Miss Evergreen was stunned, and she hesitated for a long time without saying why.
Miss Evergreen was one of Evan Holt’s people, and was apparently related to the Holt Family. Her business skill was average at best to begin with, and she didn’t do well as the president’s assistant. Therefore, her daily work was to organize documents.
All in all, Rachel would not have given her the job if it wasn’t for Jolly and Leroy’s troubles in the past two days.
Now, Miss Evergreen was painfully ignorant. Whenever she was asked some questions, she would always answer with, “Someone told me this,” or “I heard someone say that.” It was clear that she never did any research or analysis on her own, which only gave Rachel a headache.
“Understood. You may leave now.”
After all, with Evan supporting her, Rachel couldn’t criticize her.
Before Miss Evergreen left, there was a knock on the door.
Knock, knock.
“Miss Carter.” Miss Evergreen’s voice made Rachel look upward.
Jolly was seen standing at the door in beige-colored office wear.
Upon seeing her, Rachel said in surprise, “Why did you come to the company?”
When she went out in the morning, Jolly was still sleeping in her bedroom, and it was clear that she didn’t want anyone to disturb her. Since the incident between the Sutton Family and Samuel yesterday, Rachel thought that she would at least rest for a few days.
However, Jolly was walking in 5-inch high heels with high spirits.
“Without me, the Northlane Development Project’s progress will be halted until, at the very least, the end of the year. When that happens, the expenses incurred by schedule delays will result in problems for the Hudson Pharmaceuticals’ capital chain. We will fall short if this keeps up.”
“You knew everything?”
“Of course. Al sent me a message early this morning. The Environment Bureau made it clear that they are deliberately stopping us. There is no doubt that someone is behind this incident.”
“Who?”
Jolly placed a document on the table. “Our old enemy, Robin Gunson.”
“Him?”
Just when Rachel was about to say something, Jolly cautiously scanned around the room from the corner of her eye. Then, she said, “Miss Evergreen, please leave this room and close the door. I have something to discuss with President Hudson.”
Upon hearing that, Miss Evergreen replied immediately, “Understood.”
After she closed the door, Rachel glanced thoughtfully at Jolly. “It’s not that simple, is it?”
“Of course, but you can guess what happened.”
“Someone cooperated with Robin to prevent the construction of the development site in Northlane.”
“Bingo.”
“It must be Evan Holt who did this. Otherwise, you wouldn’t send Miss Evergreen away.”
“I suggest you stop using Miss Evergreen. Find an opportunity to fire her. It is annoying enough to see her hanging around us.”
“She’s just a messenger to Evan. It’s easy to fire her, but can you guarantee that Evan won’t send other people to spy on us? False friends are worse than bitter enemies, after all. It’s better to keep her and maintain the status quo.”
Rachel’s plan was reasonable.
Since everyone knew that Miss Evergreen was Evan’s spy, it was easier to take precautions against her.
“So be it if Robin has any grudge against us. But what does this old man Evan want from us? Does he think that Hudson Pharmaceuticals will fall into his hands if he overthrows you? He is not a Hudson.”
“Jefferey and Amber Hudson are both dead, but I’m not the only one left in the Hudson Family. We have many relatives too, and he can simply grab one of them as a puppet and act as a manipulator behind the scenes. This is the same as taking over Hudson Pharmaceuticals.”
“You think he’s planning this?”
“Not just planning, but he’s putting it into practice.” Rachel’s eyes sank slightly. “Recently, Evan is getting closer to the Hudson Family’s distant relatives.”
Hearing this, Jolly complained angrily, “Old stuff, you think you can win? Keep dreaming!”
“If the Northlane Development Project fails in my hands, he will have a reason to call for a vote of no confidence among the board of directors. By then, those people will inevitably be persuaded by him.”
Of course, Rachel was aware of her position among the board of directors.
Back then when Rachel rectified Jefferey, her methods were too drastic; she was infamous for exterminating her family for righteousness. The board members were not completely free of guilt. So, afraid of becoming the next Jefferey, they became extra wary of Rachel.
If there was a chance to switch Rachel out, many would jump at the opportunity.
Then, Jolly said, “I will visit the Environment Bureau in the afternoon to find a way.”
“Don’t bother. Just call Robin directly. If he dares to do this blatantly, surely he has the confidence. In fact, he is probably waiting for me to contact him! I’m afraid you won’t get anything out of it even if you stir a commotion at the Environment Bureau.”
Soon, Rachel took out her cell phone and dialed Robin’s number.
At the same time, in the president’s office of the Burton Group.
As soon as Robin received Rachel’s call, he proudly put down the document in his hand and crossed his legs on the desk. Then, he pressed the answer button comfortably. “Wow, and here I thought my eyes were playing tricks on me, but it really is you, President Hudson. Why did you call me?”
On the other end of the phone, Rachel said casually, “It’s been so long since you were promoted to the president of the Burton Group, but I haven’t sent my congratulations yet. Congratulations to you, President Gunson.”
“Don’t be a stranger. After all, we used to be colleagues of the same company, so don’t mention it.”
“You seem to be in a good mood.”
“Of course. Things have been going my way, after all.”
“Since you are in a good mood, why are you putting me in a bad spot? Don’t you understand the importance of the Northlane Development Project to me, President Gunson?”
Rachel had enough with the pleasantries, so she decided to cut to the chase.
Upon hearing that, Robin chuckled. “President Hudson, back then, when you made my life difficult, you should’ve expected that this day would come sooner or later.”
In the past, Rachel had laid a trap and caused Robin to be detained. Although he was later released on bail by Jason, he had to stay in his villa for one whole month before he was free, and it was no different from being in prison.
Since then, Robin was determined to seek revenge.
“What the hell do you want to do?”
“What do I want to do? You should already know. If you are asking for help, then you should show your sincerity. I’ll be waiting for you in Golden Hill at eight o’clock tonight. See you soon.”
When Rachel heard this, she opened her eyes wide in shock. Before she could agree, Robin had already hung up the call.
After the conversation, Jolly asked eagerly, “What did that loser say to you?”
Rachel answered, “He asked me to meet him in Golden Hill Nightclub at eight o’clock tonight.”
“You mustn’t go! It must be a trap, and we wouldn’t know what tricks he has up his sleeve!” Jolly was filled with anger. “This loser is now a villain holding sway. I will slap him good the moment I see him!”
Upon pondering for a moment, Rachel said, “When the villain is holding sway, we must not confront him. After all, the villain will not let you go easily.”
