Regretful Tears Won't Bring Her Back novel Chapter 119

Vivian's face turned pale at his words. Her lips trembled, and for a long moment, she couldn't find the words to respond.

She couldn't blame Lucian for this.

Lucian held a deep admiration for both Jacob and Liesel, and he was Liesel's mentor. He had often said that Jacob and Liesel were the most outstanding, intelligent, and courageous entrepreneurs he had ever taught.

Lucian held Liesel in such high regard. If he knew she was twisting the truth to flatter Jacob, he would surely be upset.

Vivian was at a loss for words.

Her every thought seemed laid bare under their sharp gazes. Panic and fear flashed across her face as everyone watched her.

She knew well that from the moment she tried to use her cleverness to get ahead, everyone had been waiting for her to fail.

They were all jealous and envious, hoping to see her humiliated. No one wanted her to truly succeed and climb the social ladder.

At this moment, Vivian was so nervous and frightened that she wanted to cry.

Liesel looked up at Jacob briefly. She was wearing her usual detached smile.

She walked toward Vivian and softly asked, "May I take a look at the documents you're holding?"

Vivian had no idea what Liesel was planning, but with her standing so close, Vivian couldn't help but be struck by her exquisite features. Liesel's beauty was so overwhelming that her heart raced. Without thinking, she handed the papers over.

"Thank you," Liesel said.

She took the papers and flipped through them, smiling as she did. The smile on her face was gentle, devoid of the coldness that usually kept others at a distance.

"You've compiled so many financial case studies on Ford Corporation, and even added your own thoughts and insights. Some of your ideas are quite clever," Liesel remarked.

Her gaze shifted back to Vivian's flushed face.

With that, Liesel turned to Jacob and asked, "Am I right, Mr. Ford?"

Jacob's gaze was profound, but he didn't respond. His eyes remained fixed on her.

Liesel withdrew her gaze and looked at Vivian.

"Since Mr. Ford hasn't said anything, it means he agrees with me. We won't hold it against you."

Her voice was soft and reassuring, as though the coldness she had felt from Jacob earlier had somehow been healed and redeemed by this moment.

Compared to the storm she had weathered with Jacob, Liesel's words felt like a warm breeze. It brought her relief, like finding a source of heat after braving a harsh winter.

Vivian's nerves gradually calmed. She wasn't afraid anymore.

"These case studies and insights of yours are fascinating. Would you mind letting me borrow them to share with the project department staff?" Liesel asked.