Side Chick Era Over (Sharon and Carter) novel Chapter 630

Chapter 630

Xavier continued, “But Carter’s protection is limited. If you ever come into conflict with Kelly, there’s no saying whether Carter would abandon you and side with her instead.”

He admitted to himself that this was a calculated provocation.

Xavier wasn’t blind to Carter’s desire to reconcile with Sharon. He had no intention of letting that happen.

After all, Matty was still waiting for good news from him.

And besides…

Without showing it, Xavier cast a dark, intense glance at Sharon.

He would never hand Sharon over to anyone.

Sharon nodded slightly, fully understanding. “You’re right. We can’t rely solely on Carter’s conscience. Besides, once he’s around Kelly, conscience goes out the window.”

Xavier withdrew his gaze. He seemed about to say more, but stopped short.

Sharon smiled gently. “Xavier, if there’s something you want to say, just say it. I won’t be angry.”

It was rare to see Xavier hesitate like this.

Finally, he said, “Sharon, if you return to the Kalen family, Lex or Jamie would have to think twice before acting against you. Both of them have designs on marrying Victoria. If you’re recognized as a member of the Kalen family, they wouldn’t dare lay a finger on you. Richard would never allow Victoria to marry them otherwise.

“Today’s trouble all stems from Victoria. If not for her, Lex wouldn’t have come after you, and you wouldn’t have offended Jamie. I hope you’ll consider it.”

Sharon showed no resistance. She knew Xavier was genuinely looking out for her.

A thoughtful expression crossed her eyes. “Yes, I’ll think it over carefully.”

Meanwhile, at the Kalen family’s seaside villa, by the time Rick and Victoria returned, it was late.

As he passed by Richard’s study, Rick noticed the light still on.

He paused, then knocked.

From inside came Richard’s voice. “Come in.”

Rick pushed open the door. “Dad, still awake?”

Richard replied, “Yes, dealing with some company matters.”

Rick’s eyes flickered. “Is it about the original shares?”

Richard sighed. “The original shares have always been a pain.”

His gaze hardened. “Those old-timers who hold the original shares have grown more arrogant. It’s one thing to meddle in company affairs, but now they’re even trying to interfere with our family matters. Hmph! I think they want to wrest control of the Kalen family.”

Rick, who was gradually taking over the company, understood exactly what Richard meant. He asked, “Still leftovers from when Mom took over the company?”

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Richard snorted coldly. “I’ve almost bought back all the original shares. Only twenty percent remain out of my reach. Those stubborn old men still firmly control ten percent, and no matter what offer we make, they refuse to let go.”

Rick said, “The remaining ten percent should be unlocked by year-end, right?”

He hesitated, frowning. “I still don’t understand why Mom locked up that ten percent of original shares for a full thirty years.”

Richard shook his head. “Don’t blame your mother. Thirty years ago, when I was injured and lost my memory, she was left alone to manage this huge company. If she hadn’t taken those measures, the wolves circling around her would have snatched everything without mercy.”

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