---- Still, Emma was at Preston's. He loved Emma, but that didn't mean Emma was safe from Tara. Worried, I called my secretary to pick me up. I also instructed her, "Inform Preston Whitmore. Let him know that the CEO of Harlan Group will make a surprise visit. Yes, it's tonight. I know it's 12 am, but do it." My secretary applied medication to the bruises on my face. She repeatedly confirmed with me, "Ms. Colby, are you sure you don't need to go to the hospital?" Eyes narrowed, I shook my head. Back when I was securing my position as the CEO, I survived multiple assassination attempts and accidents. Thad lost to Preston and Tara only because they ganged up against me when I was alone. The bruises from the slaps did not bother me at all. At the same time, Preston received the call informing him about the CEO of Harlan Group's ---- surprise visit. Overjoyed, he fantasized about his prospects taking off after partnering with Harlan Group. He couldn't stop grinning when he learned that I was on my way to his villa. Alas, he had no idea that his fortunes were about to go downhill soon. He stood at the villa, showing much respect, as my Stretch Lincoln Limousine rolled into view. The limo came to a stop before him. Nodding and smiling, Preston eagerly offered to open the door for me, but my six-foot-tall bodyguard stopped him. When the door opened, my slender and bruised legs jumped into view. Preston looked rather surprised at the sight. In the next second, he stared at my face blankly." Jeanine Colby?"