After Divorce I Married a Tycoon-Chapter 112: Grovel at Her Feet

The next day, Adrian Sutton woke up early to prepare breakfast.

Because the Mercer Family had agreed to sign the agreement, Claire Mercer had slept very well last night.

After she got up and washed, an exquisite breakfast for two was already set on the dining table.

Freshly made shiitake mushroom and shredded chicken congee, along with a few slices of egg pancake, gave off an enticing aroma.

On the plate, there were also several thin-skinned, juicy soup dumplings.

"Did you prepare all of this yourself?"

"Yes." Adrian Sutton came out of the kitchen wearing an apron and holding two small bowls.

"The ingredients for breakfast from outside aren’t always fresh, and the preparation process isn’t always clean and hygienic."

"It’s healthier and safer to eat what’s made at home. Go on, give it a try."

Claire Mercer nodded, picked up a soup dumpling, and popped it into her mouth.

She usually didn’t have much of an appetite after waking up in the morning.

But one soup dumpling successfully piqued her appetite.

These soup dumplings were even more fragrant than the ones from the breakfast shops outside, and they were packed full of filling.

She didn’t hold back, eating three soup dumplings in a row.

Afterward, she sincerely praised Adrian Sutton.

"Your cooking is good enough to open a restaurant."

Whether it was breakfast or lunch, everything he made suited her tastes perfectly.

Adrian Sutton’s heart swelled with delight at Claire Mercer’s praise.

’It seems I’ve successfully earned Claire’s goodwill.’

’At least she often praises my cooking.’

"That’s not a bad idea. I’ll consider it."

Claire Mercer took a sip of the shiitake mushroom and shredded chicken congee, a look of satisfaction on her face.

"You’re making short videos now, gradually building a fanbase."

"If you open a restaurant in the future, it might even become an internet-famous spot."

Adrian Sutton began to fantasize about the two of them opening a mom-and-pop shop together.

He would cook in the kitchen while she greeted customers out front.

The two of them, loving and harmonious, living a full, busy, and ordinary life every day.

’Whether it’s bringing her into a life of high society or opening a small mom-and-pop shop, as long as Claire is by my side, that’s the life I hope for.’

"If I do open a restaurant then, would you be able to come and help me?"

Claire Mercer nodded. "If I have the time, it’s not out of the question."

"But that’s on the condition that neither of us has found a suitable partner by then."

Adrian Sutton wanted to say that she was the one he wanted to spend the rest of his life with.

And that she was the most suitable person in the world for him.

He didn’t dare say it. He knew that if he revealed his feelings, things might get awkward between them.

’For now, just maintaining this kind of life is already wonderful for me.’

’I’ll slowly win Claire’s heart. I can’t be too hasty.’

"Alright. If neither of us meets anyone more suitable in the future, we’ll open a small shop together."

Claire Mercer nodded at him, eating with relish.

After breakfast, she tidied up a bit and got ready to head to the Mercer Family’s home to sign the agreement.

"Are you heading out?"

"Mhm, I’m going to the Mercer Family’s to sign the ’Adoption Termination Agreement’."

"Once this agreement is signed, I’ll have no connection to the Mercer Family anymore."

She had long wanted to completely break away from the Mercer Family.

Now that they had finally come around, she had to get it done before they could change their minds.

A single day’s delay could introduce unforeseen complications.

She really didn’t want any more entanglements with the Mercer Family.

"Do you need me to go with you?" Adrian Sutton asked.

He had already gotten a taste of the Mercer Family’s insidious methods.

Now, hearing that she was going to the Mercer Family’s home, Adrian Sutton was worried she would be plotted against again.

Claire Mercer shook her head. "No need, I’m just going to sign something."

"Besides, you have your own things to do. I can’t trouble you every time."

Adrian Sutton said, "I’m worried the Mercer Family will try to pull some scheme."

Claire Mercer pondered for a moment before saying, "They probably won’t, right?"

"They’ve been swamped with matters concerning the Mercer Group lately. They shouldn’t have time to plot against me."

Adrian Sutton had originally wanted to go with her.

But just then, a call came in from Hughes.

There was a very important contract at the company that required his personal signature.

He hadn’t been to the company in days, and all his meetings had been held secretly in his room.

It was indeed time for him to pay a visit to the office.

After hanging up, Adrian Sutton said to Claire Mercer,

"Alright then. If anything seems off, give me a call."

"By the way, will you be back for lunch?"

Claire Mercer nodded. "I’m not sure."

"I might go eat with Stella at her modeling class."

"I’ll message you beforehand."

Adrian Sutton nodded. "Okay, I’ll wait for your message."

With that settled, Claire Mercer opened the door to leave.

Adrian Sutton gave her the car keys. "Take my electric car."

"Oh, I couldn’t."

"I don’t need the car today. It’ll be more convenient for you."

"And if you sense something’s wrong, you can make a quick getaway, right?"

Claire Mercer thought about it and felt he had a point.

It was hard to get a taxi from the Mercer Family’s residence. If they tried to pull any tricks, it would be easier for her to retreat in a car.

"You’re right. Thanks, then." Claire Mercer gave him a bright smile before heading out the door.

She drove the electric car straight to the Mercer Family’s home.

After she left, Adrian Sutton also went out and headed downstairs.

His private driver was already waiting outside the residential complex in a luxury car.

Hughes was already waiting for him in the car, meticulously reporting on all company matters, big and small.

Adrian Sutton flipped through the various documents and reports Hughes handed him.

After confirming that all company affairs were proceeding smoothly, he asked Hughes,

"By the way, what’s the progress on acquiring the Mercer Group?"

Hughes said, "Originally, Julian Mercer had agreed to meet with the management of our subsidiary to discuss the acquisition."

"But for some reason, he suddenly backed out two days ago and refused the acquisition."

Adrian Sutton’s thick brows knitted slightly. "Find out what happened that made him suddenly change his mind."

Hughes said, "I’ve already looked into it. Mr. Lawton of Horizon Group recently approached him."

"And he plans to invest in the Mercer Group and start a partnership with them."

Hearing this, Adrian Sutton’s eyes narrowed slightly.

’A company on the verge of bankruptcy, and Horizon Group actually wants to invest in it?’

’Even if he did invest, it would be difficult for his company alone to bring the Mercer Group back from the brink.’

’Besides, the Mercer Group’s annual profits aren’t great. Why would he think of investing in them?’

’It’s like tossing a pebble into the deep sea—it won’t even make a splash.’

"Go investigate this Mr. Lawton from Horizon Group."

He felt that this Mr. Lawton’s sudden desire to invest in the Mercer Group meant he was definitely up to something.

’I am determined to give the Mercer Group to Claire.’

’I will make every member of the Mercer Family grovel at her feet, dependent on her every whim, begging for scraps like dogs.’

’This is my punishment for the Mercer Family. I won’t let anyone interfere.’