Chapter 92
However, Nicolas quickly comforted himself, reasoning that since Zoya created the drone proposal before her departure, it belonged to the company. Additionally, the patent was marital community property acquired after their marriage.
‘So there’s nothing wrong with what I did! Everything I’ve done was for the company, Nicolas thought to himself.
Soon, it was time for the groundbreaking ceremony.
Government officials, as well as those families and corporate groups involved in this island development project, were all in attendance.
Wren was particularly conspicuous among the crowd, and Zoya, standing beside him, naturally also drew equal attention.
Daphne stared at Zoya with an unfriendly gaze.
Today, she had initially intended to use Nicolas to humiliate Zoya and make everyone realize that Zoya was merely an abandoned woman.
But in the end, it was Nicolas and Jasmine who were humiliated.
Zoya even got to steal the spotlight, making many people aware that Wren was willing to be the powerful backing she could rely on.
“Daphne, Wren is not a man you can control,” said Laurence, standing beside her.
Daphne replied unhappily, “Uncle Laurence, that’s not what you said before. Didn’t you even say that if I could be with Wren, it would be a great help to the Lucero family?”
“At that time, Zoya hadn’t appeared yet, and you and Wren did have a chance,” Laurence said.
After all, although Wren showed no interest in women, out of guilt toward Daphne, he had, over the years, granted the Lucero family many favors in the business world.
Daphne was also considered the woman who could get closest to Wren.
Laurence had thought that Wren was naturally indifferent to women.
But the scene he witnessed at the beach today surprised him. He hadn’t expected that Wren, who was so indifferent to everything that he seemed unreal, would actively intervene for Zoya.
‘Wren’s feelings for Zoya are truly special, Laurence thought.
He, having been through similar experiences himself, naturally understood that if a man was willing to go to such lengths for a woman, then he must have fallen for her.
“So, you believe Zoya is more likely to benefit the Lucero family, and that’s why you no longer need me, right?” Daphne scoffed. “But don’t forget who the Lucero family relied on to have its current development. I sacrificed an eye to make it happen!”
Laurence sighed, “I’m telling you this for your own good!”
“For my own good? Yet you’re so concerned about Zoya?” Daphne said. “Uncle Laurence, don’t bet on the wrong horse. Do you really think Zoya can be with Wren?”
Laurence frowned as he thought, ‘I had only said these things out of consideration for Daphne’s help to the Lucero family
over the years.
‘Since she didn’t appreciate it, I don’t need to say anything more.
‘Moreover, Daphne kept claiming the Lucero family benefited from her sacrificing an eye.
‘But she didn’t consider that without this incident, how could she, an illegitimate child, have entered the Lucero family’s home, let alone hold an important position in the Lucero Group?
‘After all, the younger generation holding important positions in the Lucero Group are all capable children from the Lucero family.
‘Only Daphne, with her mediocre abilities, managed to rise through the ranks thanks to her connection with Wren.’
Toward the end of the groundbreaking ceremony, a sudden burst of cheers erupted from the assembled crowd. The reporters who had come to interview and cover the event raised their cameras and camcorders, capturing the moment
nonstop.
Zoya looked over and saw five people in pilot uniforms walking toward five planes parked on the ground.
Those were Zivko Edge 540 aircraft, which were mostly used for aerobatic performances and competitions.
Among the five people walking toward the planes was none other than Jasmine.
Jasmine walked confidently toward the plane.
Among the five pilots, she was also the only female pilot.
Looking at the flashing lights around her, Jasmine smiled contentedly.
She had been suspended from her duties and now needed some positive attention to turn her image around, and today’s airshow at the island’s groundbreaking ceremony was also a charity performance.
Today at the scene, children from the orphanage were organized to watch the flight performance, followed by a fundraising
event.
After the performance, if Jasmine donated some money to the orphanage, she could naturally restore her image. Then, with some internal maneuvering at Cloud Airlines, she would naturally be reinstated.
She had no intention of stopping at being just a co-pilot. She had put in so much effort and naturally wanted more.
A smile touched Jasmine’s lips when she caught sight of Zoya not far away.
She thought, ‘I was unprepared before, allowing Zoya to humiliate me. Now, I’ll erase that shame and make Zoya understand the vast difference between us.’
Jasmine and four other pilots boarded the aircraft, and the one she was piloting was clearly in the lead.
The planes performed various aerial displays in the sky, while the spectators below let out gasps of amazement.
After seeing Zoya and Wren, Daphne’s eyes flickered. She deliberately walked up to them and asked, “Wren, what do you think of the airshow? The lead pilot is my cousin, Jasmine. She’s Cloud Airlines’ first female captain.”
Wren stared at Daphne with a half-smile.
Daphne felt as if she was being seen through, but she persisted, “Mr. Mayer is divorcing Zoya to be with Jasmine.
I suppose it’s because Zoya can’t help him with his career or offer anything else. She’s got nothing but brute strength and no real talent”
After all, although Zoya served in the military, in Daphne’s opinion, a veteran couldn’t possibly be capable, just slightly more skilled than an ordinary person at best.
But wealthy people never lacked such physical prowess. All they needed was to hire a few more bodyguards, and it was all
covered.
“It seems your mouth is truly idle, always spouting such useless words,” Wren said.
“I’m telling the truth. Can Zoya fly a plane? What skills does she have?” Daphne asked,
“Can you fly a plane yourself then?” Zoya interjected.
“Although I can’t fly a plane, I hold an important position at the Lucero Group. Without me, the Lucero Group wouldn’t have developed as well as it has. Zoya, I am far more capable than you,” Daphne said haughtily.
“It’s just because of the benefits given by the Richmond family,” Zoya said bluntly,
“You….” Daphne’s proud expression instantly shattered. She hadn’t expected Zoya to dare to say such a thing directly in front
of Wren.
“But they can grant those advantages just as easily as taking them away. What isn’t truly yours shouldn’t be mistaken for your own ability,” Zoya said lazily.
Daphne, furious, raised her hand. “Zoya, how dare you speak to me like that!”
But before her hand could reach Zoya, Wren stopped it. “What’s this? Do you not want this hand anymore?” The cold voice escaped Wren’s lips.

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