Suddenly, Minerva wrapped her arms around Maddox's shoulder and gently rested her head on it.

"You don't have to panic or be afraid. They're just memories. It can't do anything other than mess with your head. The past is in the past, and now I'm by your side. We have Beanie and Jelly Bean, and your grandfather is also with you."

Minerva's gentle words consoled Maddox. He moved his fingers and tightened his hold on Jelly Bean. Slowly, he revealed a smile.

Yeah, Minerva was right.

Although he had gone through ups and downs, all his beloved people were by his side now. Not only that, he had a narrow escape from death, but he still didn't die in the end, did he?

However, Maddox raised his eyebrows. "Did you say all this so that I'd stop following you around?"

Minerva coughed gently, slightly awkward. "I didn't say that. I was trying to comfort you, seeing how dejected you looked just now. In case you get obsessive overthinking it."

Maddox glanced at her and pinched her nose, saying solemnly, "Naughty girl."

The two of them were like a newly acquainted couple who were frolicking.

Ever since Ernest met Yulia in Hanover Corporation that day, he constantly felt uneasy.

Hence, he got someone to check what happened to Yulia's family. There must be a reason why she suddenly said she was bankrupt.

After the investigation, Ernest finally learned how the Maxwell Group went from a well-known overseas group to one that had perished.

After reading the information, Ernest could only lament. He never thought the powerful Maxwell Group would disappear just like that. Overnight, Yulia became the only one left in the Maxwell family.

Human beings had sympathy, after all. Even strangers would sympathize with Yulia when they knew about her experience. Not to mention the three of them were childhood friends who grew up playing together.

To be honest, Ernest also saw Yulia as his younger sister.

Most importantly, he always knew her feelings toward Quill.

It was just that he thought Quill would be alone forever, so Yulia's affections were going to come to nothing.

But later, out of Ernest's expectations, Vera showed up, and Quill fell for her.

Not only that, but he also never thought Yulia's family would go bankrupt, leaving her to be the only one left in her family and even working in the Hanover Corporation. Thinking of this, he felt uneasy.

But soon after, a meaningful smile appeared on Ernest's face.

Quill had always been calm and disciplined. How would he react if he knew two women fought for his love? One was their childhood friend and the other was his beloved woman. Sure enough, Ernest was very eager to see how Quill would react, but... it would cost him greatly.

Therefore, Ernest planned to ask Yulia out for a chat.

When she received Ernest's call, she was not surprised at all. Since the day they met at the company, Yulia had a hunch he would come to her.

"I didn't expect you to act so fast. It seems that although you seldom manage the company these years, the status of the Lowell Group in North City remains unchanged."

Hearing this, Ernest smiled and said softly, "It seems like you had foreseen that I would be looking for you?"

"Yes." Yulia nodded and spoke calmly, "It's just that I didn't expect you to come so quickly."

Ernest went straight to the point and invited her to meet outside.

They met at a cafe.

Ernest waited in the cafe for Yulia's arrival. As he was on the second floor, the view was vast. He could already see Yulia walking in from a distance.

In the past, when Yulia went out, she had a driver who fetched her. The clothes she wore were all branded.

But at present, she was wearing the same clothes she wore when he met her in the company that day.

She probably came out in office wear in addition to the pair of high heels that obviously did not fit her. She used to be a young lady from a wealthy family, but she had ended up down and out.

Ernest took a sip of coffee, having mixed feelings in his heart.

In the past, the three of them were the best of friends. After all, all of them were simple and did not have complicated intentions. However, after Ernest got a girlfriend,

slowly separated himself from their team. . Narugi.com

After that, Yulia immigrated with her parents.

At present...

Yulia entered the cafe. After telling the waiter her name, the waiter led her upstairs.

"You're here." Ernest stood up and pulled out the chair for Yulia.

Yulia stood still when she saw his action. After a long time, she uttered, "I am no longer the young lady of the xwell family. You don't have to do anymore."

Hearing this, Ernest raised his eyebrows. "Yulia, do you think I did this because of your identity?"

Yulia pursed her lips and did not answer.

"This is for old times' sake."

During that, Ernest flicked Yulia's forehead. "Now that you're down and out, you no longer see me as your big brother anymore, huh?" Big brother?

Yulia gazed at Ernest, astonished.

"We grew up together. When I first met you, you were only about this tall." Ernest gestured. "When we were studying, a boy in school

pursued you like a madman. Hel.net

even stalked you after you rejected him. Wasn't I the one who helped you deal with it in the end?

Speaking of the past, Yulia gradually fell into memories.

That was right. The three of them grew up together back then. She was the only girl among them, so she was always able to receive extra care.

Nevertheless, Ernest was the one who had taken care of her the most. As for Quill... it was rare.

Unless she made a request, or if Quill saw her in trouble, he would not leave her to die.

"It's just bankruptcy. You're an adult now. You can definitely overcome the hardship. There's nothing to be afraid of."

Hearing that, Yulia lowered her eyes and chuckled faintly.

"Yeah, it's just bankruptcy..." Yulia murmured.

It was just bankruptcy...

So what?

It was really not a big deal, but Yulia always wanted to cry. After all, she had nothing now.

Quill was outstanding, but she had nothing left...

Thinking of this, Yulia's eyes welled up with tears.

"I have no other purpose. I called you out today just to reminisce the old days."

In the end, Ernest asked her to sit down. Yulia sat down and composed herself before she raised her head again.

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