Lost and Found: Return of My Mysterious Fiancee

Perhaps, when Natalie heard those words years ago, she already knew there were traitors within the headquarters! But why did her mother, fully aware of such a grim truth, choose the most useless and cowardly way to end it all? Could it be that Linden was still hiding details of the phone call?

Tina sat back down on the sofa, staring at Linden's face-which bore a striking resemblance to Arthur Woodwind-"I will not serve the X Bureau. You do not deserve it."

A place that harbored the killer of her own mother, a place that had made no progress with GTO in ten years, could not contain her, Tina!

Linden seemed to have anticipated Tina's response and did not insist. He pulled out his business card from his pocket and placed it in front of Tina.

"This has my number. If you change your mind, you can contact me anytime. Of course, if you need any help, feel free to ask. At the moment, I seem to have more authority than your fiancé, and I could make things easier for you." After saying this, Linden straightened his jacket, which Tina had wrinkled, and stood up to leave.

Esther approached, looking worriedly at Linden.

Linden ruffled her hair, "It's just a minor issue, don't worry."

Esther nodded, "Then you go greet the guests, I'll check on Tina."

Linden did not stop her and returned to the social scene with a glass of wine.Content rights by NôvelDr//ama.Org.

Esther walked over; Tina had already composed herself, and the business card on the table had been put away without a trace left behind.

"Tina, did your uncle say something wrong that upset you?" Esther asked cautiously.

Tina shook her head, "Aunt, it's nothing, just a minor issue. Where's Damian? He texted me saying he needed to see me."

Esther didn't press further and pointed to Damian, who was talking with someone in the distance, "Over there, I'll call him."

"No need, I'll go myself." Tina glanced at the people around Damian and smiled slightly.

"Uncle Woodham, if we could reach a cooperation, it would indeed be a splendid addition for both our families," Damian said, raising his glass to Janson.

Tina left Jared aside and approached just in time to hear Damian's words.

What is the relationship between the Woodham family and the Reed family?

Tina walked over, and Janson noticed her first, quickly setting down his glass, "Miss, you've arrived."

Damian turned, surprised, and smiled joyfully, "Tina, when did you get here?"

"I arrived before you, was resting over there," Tina replied with a light smile.

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"You've come at the right time; I was just discussing a potential collaboration with Uncle Woodham, but he mentioned we should consult you first."

The three of them found a quiet place to sit.

Janson said, "Miss, regarding the project you entrusted to us, we're thinking of moving it to Ashbury. Both of us are based there, which makes it convenient, and very few people in Ashbury know about this project, so there won't be any interference."

Tina nodded in agreement, now that she was also back in Ashbury, she could keep an eye on the development of bionic organisms that Janson and Ethan Ward were working on.

"Are you considering partnering with the Reed family?" Tina asked.

Janson nodded, "Yes, the Reed family has been seeking new business resources to ensure they can continue to thrive, and we also need a strong supporter. Since the Reed family are your... relatives, we thought of partnering with them." Although Tina was not a child of the Reed family, it was clear to discerning eyes that she still protected them. There were not many who could earn Tina's protection, but those who did held a special place in her heart. Thus, Janson's claim that the Reeds were Tina's kin was not unwarranted.

Damian added, "When Uncle Woodham first told me about this project, I thought it was a fantasy. But knowing you handed it to them, I was certain it could be done. Tina, do you think the Reed family is now capable of handling this project?" Tina laughed, "What do you think, cousin?"

Damian took a deep breath and looked at Tina firmly, "I think the Reed family can handle it. Despite many challenges, they definitely have the confidence to take on this project."

"In that case..." Tina raised her glass, "Here's to a successful partnership."

Excitement flashed in Damian's eyes, and Janson's anxious heart settled as they clinked glasses with Tina.

The partnership among the three families to develop defensive biotechnology was thus confirmed.

Tina sipped her drink, then suddenly asked, "Cousin, do you know Mr. Woodham?"

Janson smiled, "Miss, you might not know, but Shonna and Griffin are engaged to be married."

Tina was startled. She had no idea! How small the world was-Shonna and Griffin were engaged! She recalled that Griffin and Shonna seemed to have no overlap. One was a race car driver, the other a goody-two-shoes, and yet they were betrothed!

"Yes, it was arranged years ago when Shonna and Griffin were young and got along well, so it was agreed upon early. Later, when Shonna had an accident, Uncle Woodham intended to dissolve the engagement, but Griffin disagreed, saying it wasn't right to break it just because she was in trouble. Now, Griffin has also had an accident," Damian sighed sadly, "Shonna, like Griffin before, refuses to end the engagement, insisting on waiting for Griffin to wake up. Tina, Uncle Woodham told me Shonna was once your student. If you have time, please talk to her, tell her not to waste her life."

Griffin now lay in a hospital bed, his vegetative state uncertain in duration. It couldn't be that a young girl's life should be ruined over an agreement made by their elders. Shonna was now in college, where she could meet someone better; she must not be delayed because of Griffin.

Janson sighed, "Shonna has her own ideas, and neither her mother nor I can persuade her. For now, let her wait; she can decide after finishing her studies. Damian, don't feel burdened."

Tina set down her glass and asked, "When I left, Griffin was already waking up. He would have been fine had he awakened, so how did it suddenly become so severe that he's a vegetative?"

"The exact details are unclear to me," Janson replied, "The doctor mentioned that there was a hematoma in the brain. Griffin hit his head after waking up, causing the hematoma to spread and affect his neural functions, leading to his current condition."