That Night My Boss Left Me With Our Three Babies

After all, he was from the Whitaker Group. Since Isaac had entrusted this task to him, it meant he was one of Isaac’s people. Naturally, Olivia wouldn’t make things difficult for him. Her earlier words were just a reminder that their research institute wasn’t easy to deal with, and he should be more mindful in the future.

Alf finally realized this and let out a sigh of relief. He grasped Olivia’s extended hand and nodded repeatedly, “Of course, of course!”

Olivia gave a polite smile, “Well then, let’s have a pleasant cooperation.”

Alf wiped the cold sweat from his forehead and responded affirmatively.

Meanwhile, Gabriel had finished counting the herbs and instructed the staff to move the boxes inside. He walked over to the two of them.

It was clear that Alf had done this kind of work many times before. Seeing Gabriel approach, he immediately handed over the list.

Gabriel glanced at Olivia. Technically, the list should be signed by the person in charge.

Olivia gave him a slight nod.

Gabriel hesitated for a moment but eventually took the list and signed it.

After signing, Alf didn’t take the list right away and seemed lost in thought.

Gabriel’s lips curled slightly in an almost imperceptible smile as he casually prompted, “Mr. Shepherd?”

Alf snapped back to reality, awkwardly took back the list, and apologized profusely until Olivia used work as an excuse to finally see him off.

Watching the Whitaker Group’s people leave, the two of them turned back into the research institute.

“Are these herbs enough?” Olivia asked seriously.

Gabriel followed behind her and nodded slightly at her question. “It should be because Alf refused us yesterday. The Whitaker Group sent more herbs than we ordered to compensate us. It should be enough for this period, and there might even be some surplus.”

Hearing this, Olivia frowned slightly. “Why didn’t you mention this earlier?”

Gabriel raised an eyebrow. “I was going to say something, but when I saw the list he gave me matched the count I had, I decided not to.”

If he had mentioned it in front of Alf, Alf might have used it as an opportunity to take credit and gloss over his refusal from the previous day.Copyright Nôv/el/Dra/ma.Org.

Gabriel naturally wouldn’t give him that chance.

Olivia understood his thoughts and shared a knowing smile.

However, she knew this was likely Isaac’s intention. She could refrain from mentioning it in front of Alf but couldn’t avoid thanking Isaac.

Back in her office, Olivia immediately called Isaac.

The call was answered, and Isaac spoke first, “Dr. Prescott, did you receive the herbs from the Whitaker Group?”

Olivia smiled and said, “Yes, we’ve received them. Your people arrived even earlier than I did. Additionally, I noticed that the Whitaker Group sent significantly more herbs than I ordered. I assume this was Mr. Whitaker’s idea?”

Isaac neither confirmed nor denied it. “Yesterday’s incident must have caused quite a bit of trouble for your research institute. After you left, my grandfather also scolded me. This matter is indeed our responsibility. I wasn’t sure how else to compensate you, so I hope you’ll accept these herbs.”

Having Alf send more herbs was also partly due to Isaac’s personal intention to improve the Whitaker Group’s image in Olivia and her team’s eyes.

Olivia knew that these herbs were nothing significant for the Whitaker Group, so she didn’t stand on ceremony. She simply said, “Then I won’t be polite about it. However, these herbs did help me out of a tight spot. I’ll visit personally to thank you another day.”

Isaac chuckled, “That would be great. It would also stop my grandfather from constantly mentioning you.”

After exchanging a few pleasantries, they ended the call.