Chapter 383 If It Makes Her Smile, the Money is Well Spent
Listening to his sweet words, Olivia couldn't help but smile, her heart filled with sweetness.
But she said, "If someone really wants to buy me, just sell me!
Get the money first, and then I'll just run back on my own. We can make a profit!"
Andrew was amused by her words and couldn't help pinching her cheek, saying, "How come I never noticed before that you're such a money lover?"
Olivia said matter-of-factly, "Maybe love is blind, so you couldn't see clearly.
I've always been like this!
After all, my profession costs too much money!
Since I got back into my old line of work, every penny invested in research and development has to be carefully calculated.
Otherwise, it's easy to waste it all."
Andrew understood, so he didn't say anything more.
But there was a deeper look in his eyes.
That evening, Daniel suddenly received a report from Eric, who said, "The new research lab just received a large investment, and the investor specifically requested that this money be used as research funding."
Daniel was very surprised and immediately asked, "Which company invested?"
Eric answered honestly, "An overseas tech company called The Acme. I checked, and this is... the first company Andrew started when he was studying abroad."
By the end, Eric's voice had gotten quieter, and he carefully glanced at Daniel.
Daniel's face showed no expression. He just said flatly, "The new research lab doesn't need investment right now. We have enough cash flow."
"Okay!" Eric hesitantly accepted the order.
Actually, in his view, there was no need to refuse this investment.
After all, it was offered voluntarily.
They could just accept it openly and spend it.
But who told them they were romantic rivals?
As an assistant, Eric didn't feel it was his place to say more.
But unexpectedly, that very evening, Andrew personally called Daniel.
On the other end, his tone was heavy as he said, "Mr. Wilson, I wonder what your reason is for refusing my investment?"
Daniel's voice was flat as he said, "No particular reason. The research lab has enough funding for now. Thanks for your kind offer."
Andrew seemed to laugh lightly, "How could funding ever be enough?
If you told me about the Emerald City research institute, I'd believe you - it's even profitable right now.
But you can't transfer funds from there to Harmony City, right?
If you did that, what would happen if the research funding in Emerald City ran into problems?
As for the Wilson Group behind you, that's even more impossible to touch.
So you should only have two options.
Either pay out of your own pocket, or get other investors.
The former isn't a long-term solution - Olivia's research will only get more difficult.
So the second option is most suitable!
And as for investors, Mr. Wilson, can you find anyone better than me right now?"
Andrew was quite confident in his own abilities.
Daniel knew the other party had the credentials for this confidence.
So after hearing his analysis, he was silent for a long while, unable to say anything to refute it.
His annoyance was mixed with helplessness.
This guy really was a businessman.
He had that merchant's shrewdness down pat!
He'd laid out all the pros and cons.
Even his backup plans had been seen through.
At this moment, Daniel inexplicably felt exposed, as if he'd been seen through completely.
It was a bit irritating!
He couldn't help asking, "If you want to invest, why come to me? Why not just go directly to Olivia?"
Why involve him in their affairs and make his heart ache again?
Andrew replied calmly, "Because you're also a businessman. When businessmen talk business, everything's negotiable.
If I brought this up with Olivia, she definitely wouldn't accept.
And I just want her to have no worries.
About anything."
This protection and support left Daniel not knowing what to say.
He pressed his lips together, knowing in his heart that although this man was his rival, to be fair, everything he'd done since Olivia came to Harmony City had been so good that there was nothing to criticize.
This was also one of the reasons he'd gradually let go of his feelings.
He only wanted Olivia to be happy too.
After a moment of silence, Daniel also relented and said to him, "Since you've put it that way, I'll accept this investment.
Also, there's something I want to ask you."
Andrew replied warmly, "Go ahead."
Daniel didn't hold back and said directly, "Charlotte isn't afraid of death and is still spreading rumors everywhere. I thought you'd use strong measures to deal with her quickly.
But several days have passed, and the situation doesn't seem to have died down.
Are you not planning to handle it?
Are you just going to watch Olivia continue to be slandered by them?"
Andrew's tone was calm as he said, "I've found that there are other people pushing this behind the scenes, not just Charlotte.
But you're right - Charlotte is indeed the main culprit.
The delay these past few days was to make some other preparations.
But it's almost time to close the net. Just watch.
I never let anyone who hurts her off the hook.
Whether it's Charlotte or the Ross family!"
"Alright, I'll watch then."
The Hamilton family was extremely capable, and this was still his territory. Daniel believed Andrew wouldn't lie to him.
After finishing this conversation, Andrew hung up.
Daniel looked at the busy signal from his phone and couldn't help being curious.
What would Andrew do?
Olivia didn't know about these two conspiring behind her back.
But she did know that the new research institute had received a substantial investment.
After learning the specific amount, Olivia was thrilled. "With this money, our institute's research won't have to be as restricted as before!"
The things she'd wanted to try before could now be done freely.
No need to worry about everything anymore.
Daniel heard her happy voice and his lips curved up silently.
As long as she was happy.
This made that person's efforts for her worthwhile.
And it made his own letting go more valuable.
Because of the investment, Olivia's good mood lasted all day.
In the evening, when she went out to dinner with Andrew, she specially shared this good news with him.
She couldn't help praising, "This investor, although I don't know who they are, really has good judgment!
We had planned three or four projects before, and I was still struggling with which one to start first.
Now with this funding, no need to think about it!"
Her expression was excited, the confident light in her eyes shining brightly.
Like starlight falling into a lake, rippling with light.
Andrew looked at her like this, his eyes smiling, his gaze full of tenderness and indulgence.
To earn such a smile from her, the money was well spent!
In the blink of an eye, the research institute's projects were put on the agenda, and the matter of formally recognizing the Savage family wasn't delayed either.
Olivia had already told her parents and Rodolfo about it.
After the two families agreed on a time, Olivia brought Victoria, Vaughn, Rodolfo, and Bianca to the Savage Villa together.
Olivia's parents had no objections to this matter.
They knew the Savage family's status in Harmony City.
If Olivia could have more people protecting her here in the future, they could feel more at ease.
The Savages had been waiting early.
Seeing them get out of the car, they immediately welcomed them warmly inside.
Then came the formal recognition ceremony.
The Savage family had prepared everything long ago.
Under everyone's expectant gaze, Olivia smiled and changed how she addressed them, "Godfather, Godmother!"
"Good, now I have a daughter too." Margaret's face was full of joyful smiles.
Although Olivia wasn't her biological child, that natural affection made her unable not to love her, "I prepared a gift for you. See if you like it."
She took out a bracelet from her collection and put it on Olivia's wrist.
The purple jade was warm and smooth, complementing Olivia's fair skin beautifully.
Olivia was startled, "This is too valuable, I can't..."
Margaret stopped her movement, saying, "There's no 'can't' about it. This is my gift to you as a mother. Please don't be polite with me."
These words left Olivia unable to argue.
Because parents giving things to their children never count the cost.
Just like how she herself would want to give Bianca anything good she had.
Olivia didn't refuse anymore and obediently accepted the bracelet, "Thank you, I love it!"
"As long as you like it!"
Tomas was also very happy, his complexion even looking more rosy.
At noon, everyone had a joyful and lively lunch together.
Bianca also won everyone's affection and was much adored.
After all, Bianca looked delicate and cute, had a sweet mouth, and spoke in a sweet childlike voice that was incredibly adorable.
By the end of the meal, she'd captured everyone's hearts.
She even shared her little snacks with everyone.
The group of adults had their hearts melted by her, wishing they could give her all the good things they had.
Even Lyanna couldn't help saying to Elmer, "Bianca is really so cute. I really hope our first child is a daughter!"
Elmer also agreed with Lyanna, saying, "Daughters are really nice, so cute and lovable."
Lyanna smiled and waved at Bianca, "Come here, I'll give you a gift."
Bianca ran over obediently on her little short legs.
Lyanna put a pendant she'd prepared in advance around Bianca's neck.
Then, touching her head, she said, "I'm giving you a pendant. I hope you'll always be safe, healthy, and happy!"
"Wow! It's so pretty! Thank you, I love it!" She leaned forward and softly kissed Lyanna on the cheek.
"Bianca, come here, I have a gift for you too!" Tomas also called to Bianca.
What he'd prepared for the child was a pair of delicate bracelets that clearly had been specially made.
Olivia had just received a bracelet and felt this was too much expense.
But Margaret smiled and said, "We gained a daughter and got such a cute little granddaughter as a bonus. This is wonderful!"
Everyone laughed at her words.
After lunch, Olivia said goodbye with her family.
On the way back, Rodolfo had someone take Olivia's parents and Bianca back first.
"Olivia, come with me. I'll take you to handle something."
"Okay, you two go ahead with your business." Vaughn knew they had important matters to attend to, so he left first with his wife and Bianca.
Olivia didn't ask Rodolfo where he was taking her and just obediently followed along.