Billionaire's Regret: Losing Me And Our Son - Chapter 176: Chapter 176

I quickly scanned the comments below, and whether it was about project timelines or missing building materials, the details were vivid as if someone had deliberately leaked them.
Moreover, marketing accounts joined in on the frenzy, even piecing together clips of the promises I made in the past when discussing the Dazzling Project. The contrast was particularly stark. When it rained, it poured.
Raelynn said, "Ms. Hinton, someone is obviously trying to fan the flames. I've already contacted the public relations team..."
I interrupted Raelynn. "No, there's no time to find the culprit now. I'll go to Quinn's office. Contact the people from Sea City Real Estate and use all your connections to buy their construction materials at a high price to see if it works."
"Alright, I understand," Raelynn immediately agreed.
I didn't waste any more time and rushed straight to Quinn's office. I had to inform Quinn that Ben refused to help me immediately. Maybe we would think of something else even if we had to pay a higher price.
I arrived at the floor where Quinn's office was located. Before I got close, I heard the sound of an argument.
Joseph's voice was richly expressive. "Quinn, it's not that I'm pressuring you, but this matter has really gone too far.
"Last night, you swore that you had found a solution, but what should we do now? Public opinion on the Internet has already caused the company's stock market to fluctuate.
"As an elder, I can understand your feelings. The problem is that your grandfather is very angry. He has always been especially satisfied with you, but this time, he's greatly disappointed!"
He felt sorry for Quinn and expressed his helplessness. He used Alex as an excuse to achieve his goal. "Quinn, I dote on you the most. I hid it from your grandpa and came to inform you. Before things worsen, contact Natalia and see what the Smith Group is up to.
"The most crucial task for the group right now is to handle this through public relations. We need to first restore our damaged reputation and public image. It's essential that whoever is responsible provides a response. We can't let one bad apple spoil the whole Dazzling Project!"
Joseph pretended to be friendly, but his words clearly carried an aggressive meaning. He was not informing Quinn, he was here to demonstrate pressure.
His target was me, the person in charge of this project. How could Quinn not understand what Joseph meant?
Quinn's face was cold as he said domineeringly, "Uncle, don't forget that although the person in charge of the project is Natalia, I'm the CEO of the Madden Group!"
When I heard this, I couldn't take it anymore and pushed open the door to enter. "Excuse me."
Quinn frowned slightly, clearly realizing that I had overheard his conversation with Joseph.
"Natalia, so you're here." Joseph took the initiative to greet me.
As Quinn's wife and the person in charge of the Dazzling Project, I was destined to be unable to avoid it.
I didn't want Quinn to be put in a difficult position. After taking a deep breath, I expressed my stance in front of Joseph. "Mr. Madden, it's all my fault for making a mistake in the Dazzling Project. In order to make up for the losses of the corporation and the public pressure we face, I'm willing to take the blame and resign."
"This matter has blown up. We have to give everyone an explanation." Joseph received a satisfactory answer. He smiled and nodded in satisfaction. "Natalia, you're the one who knows the big picture."
Quinn did not expect me to say this. He frowned and said, "Now is not the time to pursue the matter."
Joseph looked at Quinn pretentiously and said with a worried expression, "Other than that, do you have a better way?"
Quinn was about to retort, but I grabbed his wrist tightly and stopped him with my eyes.
"It's getting late. Hurry up and instruct the PR department to deal with it," Joseph said in a hypocritical manner. "I'll leave first. You guys should prepare well and suppress the negative public opinion first. I'll help you plead with your grandpa."
I squeezed out a bitter smile. "Take care, Uncle Joseph."
After the office returned to silence, Quinn locked the door and pulled me to a seat.
Seeing his dark expression, I lowered my eyes and apologized, "I'm sorry, I didn't do it well."
Quinn sighed and stroked my long hair. He was such a smart person that he could guess from my reaction that Ben had rejected me.
"You don't have to apologize to me. I can find another way. The problem will be resolved eventually," Quinn comforted me softly.
I shook my head and said, "It's already been spread on the Internet. Resigning is the best solution. I've already explained it to the Madden Group and the upper echelons of the Dazzle Group. It can also save a lot of damage to our reputation." Whether it was me or Quinn, that was all we could do for now.
"But..." Quinn hesitated.
"It's okay. I can use this chance to care for my health at home." I tried to force a smile.
At this moment, Quinn had no choice. He was silent for a long time before agreeing. "Alright, go home and rest well. You can spend more time with Benedict."
It was time to get off work. Quinn got up and planned to go home with me.
At this moment, my emotions were especially complicated. Coupled with my argument with Ben, I was a little out of breath.
Joseph's smug expression made my frustration reach its peak. At this moment, the pain in my abdomen spread again.
"There's no need. I'll drive back myself," I said stubbornly. In fact, I didn't want Quinn to see me in a sorry state. The next second, I turned to leave.
Just as I reached the door, the cramp in my lower abdomen intensified. I gasped and staggered, using my hand to steady myself against the door frame.
At the same time, Quinn quickly walked over and carried me without saying anything.