After the Divorce, CEO Realizes He’s the Stand-In Lover

Chapter 167 Gratitude

Niki was the first to speak, her face filled with indescribable joy. “Aunt Mills, what did you say?”

Upon hearing the news, the worry on her face gradually faded away, leaving only immense delight.

Raising an eyebrow, Niki thought Natalie still had a bit of conscience, not standing by and watching

the Graham family meet their demise.

However… Her eyes flickered as a mischievous smile formed on her lips. Whatever Natalie did for

the Graham family, she gained nothing in return.

Julian would not marry Natalie just because of what she did, but Julian would still marry her!

Natalie’s plan to regain her position in the Graham family by authorizing Linda had backfired.

Niki turned her head to look at Julian, but his face displayed no signs of joy. Instead, there was a

hint of seriousness and dissatisfaction…?

Frowning, Niki wondered why Julian didn’t seem too pleased. But her frown lasted only a moment

as she composed herself.

The woman continued to smile. “Julian, aren’t you happy? With the authorization, Graham Group can finally overcome its difficulties!”

Julian remained silent.

An impatient voice rang out, “What does Graham Group’s situation have to do with you?”

“I…” Niki clutched her skirt, unable to articulate her thoughts clearly.

After all, she was going to marry into the Graham family. How could it not concern her?

But Niki also knew that Linda didn’t want her to marry into the Graham family… On this joyous occasion, she didn’t intend to stir up trouble or make Linda unhappy. She didn’t want any negative

consequences.

Seeing Niki’s hesitant and fidgety behavior, Linda’s displeasure became more apparent.

How could such a timid and fidgety attitude be worthy of Julian?

In her mind, Linda strongly resisted, choosing to ignore Niki altogether.

However, Niki wasn’t offended. She couldn’t contain her smile and secretly rejoiced that she hadn’t

left Graham Group at this moment.

Otherwise she would never be able to return.

hear that? Aunt said she obtained the

his

to the sofa and then looked at Linda.

you?”

was calm and devoid of any jubilation.

Linda nodded.

his eyes, his gaze

sounded, full of age and wisdom, “Really?

was completely different from the usual dignified

up, his once white hair,

radiant.

reflected in a rosy glow.

expressionless face.

a sharp contrast with Julian’s expressionless expression.

Linda approached Grandpa Graham, who was visibly excited,

him sit down.

kind-hearted girl. Despite you openly driving her away

set aside past

have been as magnanimous as Nana, willing to

Linda said, glancing at Niki

furrowed her brows. Was Linda talking

she become

beard and nodded. “I remember now. Nana was truly wronged in the

last incident…”

was full of regret.

stayed by your side every step of the way,”

about the moments Natalie had

did so much for

me feel ashamed,” Linda expressed her deep sense of shame.

just furrowed his brows and inquisitively asked,

fully understanding Julian’s meaning.

the authorization from Natalie?” Julian repeated his question. “She wouldn’t have given it

think of Natalie?!

believe that she had a hidden agenda when granting the authorization

family?

before she could speak, Niki spoke up,

authorization because

she using it as leverage

narrowed his eyes.

ask for anything!” Linda glanced at Niki in

She didn’t make any requests or demands?”

up, “At the time, I thought Nana wouldn’t agree, so

for a brooch…” Now that she thought about it, Linda felt that the brooch resembled

in the Graham family.

the Graham family and kept

keenly caught the