The Queen Returns—And She's Unforgiving novel Chapter 201

On the other hand, Flynn was having his meal at home when he got the news. He was genuinely shocked. He had expected Sebastian to run into funding issues and come begging for investment.

But instead, everything had been settled quietly and efficiently.

Flynn could not sit still anymore.

He turned to Justine, who was sitting nearby, and asked, "What's going on? Who did you guys partner with?"

Justine didn't even bother to look up. "What does it have to do with you?"

Flynn frowned. "Justine, I'm your brother. You're part of the Scott family. Why are you keeping me in the dark? This Flying Seal Group project has great potential. I've decided to invest a little and join as a later-stage partner."

Justine looked at him like she could not even begin to explain.

Flynn pressed on, lips tight. "But like I've said before, good projects can't afford even the slightest blemish. I know you're close with Evelyn, but you need to think about the bigger picture. Take her off the project team. Trust me on this—I'm only trying to help."

Justine let out a cold laugh and slammed her fork on the table. "Now that everything is ready, you're ready to take a share, huh? Talking about investing now? You must be dreaming!"

"Justine! Watch your tone!" Flynn said, clearly displeased.

"There are things I can't tell you because of confidentiality, but I'll say this—stop targeting Evelyn. Otherwise, you're going to regret it when the truth comes to light," she said, then gave his shoulder a friendly pat as she walked away. "Don't even think about getting a share of the project."

The truth was, Justine knew that Flynn had once had feelings for Evelyn. But after Evelyn got married and became a full-time housewife, completely focused on Lucas, Flynn's attitude shifted.

The moment he found out, his opinion of her turned sour. That was when the bias set in.

Flynn never understood why Justine would go out of her way to defend someone like Evelyn. In his eyes, Evelyn brought nothing to the table.

So why were Justine and Sebastian so willing to let her cling to them?

Still stewing over it, Flynn could not resist. He started reaching out to Brandon and Mason, trying to dig up more information.

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Evelyn paused for a second, though she was not surprised. Anyone with a decent eye could see what was going on. Once this project hit the market, Tiffany's portfolio as TechNova Group's lead would skyrocket.

"That's his call," Evelyn said as she reviewed the contract and double-checked the terms. "As long as he's not forcing people into our research and development team, I'm fine."

Sebastian clicked his tongue. "Seriously, what is Lucas thinking? Throwing his mistress into his ex-wife's project—what's he trying to prove?"

Evelyn gave it a moment's thought. "If he cared about how I felt, we wouldn't be here in the first place. My feelings don't factor into his decisions."

And honestly, she was not about to let it get to her anymore.

Not long after, Justine walked into the office.

Evelyn gently pinched her cheek and grinned. "What's with the long face?"

Justine let out a heavy sigh, brow still furrowed. "Just to double-check—you're really selling the house?"