Chapter 37: This Life It's the Pemberton Family's Turn
"Ms. Lockwood, what did you need me for?"
York was unusually respectful when he saw me this time.
I frowned. "We're colleagues, no need for that. Just call me Helena during work hours."
"I wouldn't dare. Everyone knows you're the company heir," York quickly waved his hands.
I frowned more deeply. "Just call me what I asked. Stop being so fussy."
"Yes!"
After hearing this, York finally sat down with a grin.
"Helena, what did you need me for?"
I nodded. "Do you know about a new employee named Caleb?"
York shook his head. "No."
I showed him some surveillance footage. Seeing the person in the video, York suddenly understood. "Oh, that guy! Yeah, I know him."
"But I heard he's been going around saying you two are relatives?"
Hearing York's words made me uneasy. In my past life, when Caleb said this, he'd already caused trouble. If he's saying this now in this life, has he already started using it for personal gain?
But Caleb has been at the company for less than a month. Could he really be moving this fast?
Thinking this, I frowned. "I need you to help me with something."
York patted his chest. "Just tell me, I'll definitely do it!"
"Look into who Caleb has been in contact with since joining the company, and check if he's been doing anything for personal benefit."
Hearing my words, York's expression became more serious too.
"Really? Hasn't Caleb only been here a short time?"
I nodded. "Not long, but I'm worried someone might take risks for money."
Hearing this, York nodded seriously. "Okay, I'll get someone to investigate right away. Let's hope what you're worried about hasn't happened."
I hoped so, too, but in my past life, Caleb did get caught doing things for personal gain.
Combined with the potential order crisis coming up, I didn't dare let my guard down.
After sending York away, I went to find Lyndon to ask about the orders.
Lyndon was surprised that I was so interested in orders that had already been signed, but he still told me honestly.
The orders currently showed no abnormalities, but I still didn't dare relax.
"Lyndon, arrange for people to inspect the workshop twice a day. Keep a close eye on the production of these orders. We can't have any mistakes."
Seeing my serious expression, Lyndon didn't dare take it lightly. He nodded. "Okay, don't worry, Ms. Lockwood, I'll definitely keep watch."
After that, he deliberately mentioned Atlas.
"How come we haven't seen Mr. Lancaster these past few days?"
I glanced at him. "Do you miss him? Want me to say something and have you transferred to his company?"
"That's not necessary."
Lyndon waved his hands repeatedly while pretending to look at documents.
After leaving, I soon received a call from Dad.
"Come up for a moment."
Entering Henry's office, he got straight to the point. "I heard you had people watch the workshop?"
Sure enough, nothing escaped Henry's ears. I nodded. "Yes."
"What's going on?"
Some things I couldn't explain clearly, so I just said, "I just think with several big orders, we need people watching constantly. We can't have any accidents."
Hearing this, Henry slowly nodded. "Your concern is right. The bigger the order, the greater our responsibility."
"Good, you've really grown up, knowing how to share my worries."
He nodded with satisfaction. "Alright, get changed. Xavier called and invited me over. Knox will definitely be there, too. Come with me."
As soon as Henry finished speaking, I instantly remembered Knox asking me to help arrange a meeting with Joseph.
"Dad, last time Knox asked me to help set up a meeting with Joseph."
As soon as I spoke, Henry paused for a moment. "How did you respond to him?"
I shook my head. "I didn't refuse on the spot, but I don't plan to help him arrange it."
"Why?"
Knowing Henry was testing me, I spoke directly. "The Pemberton family must be having financial problems, but when I asked Knox, he wouldn't tell me the truth."
"That day, Joseph already had a bad impression of the Pemberton family. Even if I rashly spoke up, Joseph wouldn't easily agree."
"Also, I told you before about wanting to break up with Knox. That's real, so I won't help him."
Henry looked at me with satisfaction. "Good, worthy of being my daughter. Clear thinking, not blinded by romantic feelings. But about breaking up with Knox—have you really thought it through?"
I nodded. "I've thought it through."
Henry nodded and fell into thought. After a moment, he looked up. "Helena, you're grown now. Having your own ideas is good, but I'll say this again—handle this matter well. Don't let the Lockwood family be affected in the slightest."
"I will."
After hearing my words, Henry stood up. "Alright, let's go take a look."
I followed Henry and soon arrived at a restaurant. Going in, I found Xavier and Knox had already arrived.
Seeing me, Knox quickly stood up. "Helena, I was just about to call you. Good thing you're here. Sit down quickly."
He attentively pulled out a chair for me. After I sat down, he greeted Xavier.
"Hello, Mr. Pemberton."
"Good, good. Helena, order whatever you want. Order more." Xavier pushed the menu in front of me.
I ordered several dishes without hesitation. After a few rounds of drinks, Xavier finally brought up business.
"Henry, my company has run into some minor financial issues recently. I'd like you to help out."
Henry nodded. "How much do you need?"
Xavier pondered for a moment. "One billion dollars."
One billion dollars. My heart tightened. This was exactly the amount the Pemberton family had injected into our family's company in my past life.
At that time, the Pemberton family said they were lending us money, but they demanded shares. Later, Henry had no choice but to give up fifteen percent of the shares.
But I didn't expect the situation to be reversed now. In this life, it's the Pemberton family starting to borrow money.
I couldn't help but look at Henry and saw him nod. "Alright, since you're asking, Xavier, I'll definitely satisfy this request."
Hearing this, smiles immediately appeared on Xavier's and Knox's faces.
"Good, good, thank you, Henry."
Xavier raised his wine glass and clinked it with Henry's.
Knox also raised his glass. "Helena, let's toast too."
I nodded. After clinking glasses and taking a small sip, I spoke. "I just wonder what Mr. Pemberton plans to use as collateral?"
As soon as I said this, Xavier's brow furrowed slightly, and then he looked at Henry. "Is this Henry's intention too?"
Henry didn't speak immediately. Instead, he picked up his water glass, took a sip, and then spoke. "Business is business, Xavier. You haven't forgotten that, have you?"
"No, no, it's my fault for not being clear beforehand."
Then he looked at me. "Helena, tell me, what do you want as collateral?"