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Of course, he could never have guessed.

This was a small thought hidden in Noland’s heart, a budding desire for revenge that was suppressed and twisted, growing quietly in the depths of his soul.

He wanted to see—under his interference—whether that woman and that man could still end up together.

Every obstacle Jin Shiya had put between them before had only served to bring them closer, as each challenge acted as a catalyst. Because Jin Shiya lacked patience and her heart wasn’t ruthless enough, everything ultimately failed.

But Noland was different. He had enough patience, and he was ruthless enough. He was just waiting for the perfect opportunity for the final strike. Everything else was merely a wait for that day to come.

However, after his rebirth, especially after meeting Jin Shiya, his hatred had diminished. If, with his interference, the two could still break through all obstacles and end up together, he would believe their love was true and would no longer stand in their way.

But if they couldn’t, then it would simply mean their love wasn’t as strong as they thought.

Of course, in this lifetime, the only thing that woman could steal from Jin Shiya was that man—nothing else.

It was perhaps because of this realization that Noland’s mood improved considerably. Even when Sherman questioned him, he didn’t get too angry. He didn’t need a subordinate who would defy him, but he also didn’t need one who lacked intelligence.

Noland’s subordinates were always both smart and capable. While he was lost in thought, his phone suddenly chimed.

Opening it, he found an email from his subordinate. After downloading the file, the first thing that appeared was a photo of a sapphire, cut using the millennium method. Under the light, the sapphire seemed to bloom like fireworks inside.

This sapphire had only recently come into Noland’s possession, and both its size and quality were top-notch. After acquiring it, Noland had already made plans for it. A necklace made from such a gem would undoubtedly look stunning.

He had chosen the most extravagant millennium cut to enhance the already magnificent gemstone, making it appear even more prominent.

Despite being a man with countless assets, Noland could be a bit tightfisted in certain areas. Without hesitation, he typed a response to his subordinate: "Well done. Remember to use the remaining material for two cufflinks."

The subordinate quickly replied, acknowledging the request.

Noland put his phone down and turned to Sherman. “How’s Louis doing?”

“After giving him the measurements, he should have started working on it. But he still wants to meet in person. He feels that making a dress without meeting the client goes against his professional ethics.”

“He’s just too stubborn.”

Noland was quite exasperated with his fashion designer, Louis.

Louis was young, skilled, and quick-witted, always coming up with unique ideas. He had already started to make a name for himself in the fashion industry. But as Noland said, when it came to things he cared about, Louis could be so stubborn it was frustrating.

At that time, Noland didn’t mind Louis’s stubbornness, but now it was a problem.

After all, he couldn’t just show up with Jin Shiya in front of Louis. Not only would Louis be surprised by where Noland had suddenly found a female companion, but even Jin Shiya would hesitate.

The necklace and the dress Noland had prepared were, of course, for Jin Shiya. He knew her preferences well and was well aware of her measurements when she was twenty. Making these items was a simple task for him.

In a few months, it would be his thirtieth birthday, and he would need a companion. Conveniently, there was one right in front of him.