Chapter 541

“Sort of,” Joyce nodded as she answered. “but we’re just one of the candidates for now.”

“That’s not bad!” Natalie clasped her hands. “Being chosen as the candidate signifies that the
government recognizes our achievement!”

After all, the government would only provide various opportunities to the companies that it deemed
capable.

With that, it would be easier for the companies to achieve even more breakthroughs in the future.

Joyce was also aware of it. She flipped her short hair as she added, “But still, the government selected
quite a lot of apparel companies this time.”

“Oh?” Natalie wasn’t as excited as she asked solemnly, “How many are there?”

“About twenty companies. All of them are candidates,” Joyce answered and shrugged.

Natalie pursed her lips and said, “Twenty companies! Well, the competition will be intense. It appears
that the government will organize a competition to decide the final grant winner.”

“Yup, I think so too.” Joyce nodded in response. However, she soon heaved a sigh and added worriedly,
“However, there hasn’t been any news about the competition, but I’ll keep an eye on it. Hopefully, we will
be the winner.”

Natalie chuckled and put her hand on Joyce’s shoulder. “Alright, don’t worry too much. Regardless of the
outcome, we won’t suffer any losses. Being one of the candidates means that the government wishes to
support us. Even if we fail to get the grant, the government might provide us with other opportunities.”



“You’re right.” Joyce flashed her a relieved smile.



But a thought struck her the next moment, and she bit her lips. “Nat, I have to go overseas two days
later. Since Stanley has completed the first phase of his treatment, I hope I can visit him.”

“Sure.” Since Natalie knew that Joyce was fond of Stanley, it was only natural that she was supportive of
the latter’s decision.

Natalie hoped that Joyce and Stanley could gradually resolve the misunderstandings between them and
officially become a couple. Apart from that, Natalie had another reason for helping Joyce.

Given that Stanley had loved Natalie in the past, she felt sorry for both him and Joyce. As such, she
would feel a lot better if Stanley and Joyce could be together.

“Thank you, Nat.” Joyce wasn’t aware of Natalie’s intentions. As soon as the latter agreed to it, Joyce
grinned and hugged her.

Natalie chuckled and pushed Joyce away gently. “Alright, we should continue working. By the way, I’ve to
leave two hours earlier today.”

“Why so?” Joyce asked curiously.

“My mom will be here today, and I’ve to pick her up from the airport,” Natalie explained smilingly.

“Understood.” Joyce nodded in response.

Time flew by, and it was already evening. After leaving the company, Natalie drove to the airport to pick
Yulia up.

She was on time, for Yulia’s plane landed a few minutes after she arrived at the airport.

Shortly afterward, Yulia, who dressed in black and wore sunglasses, came out with her luggage. From a
distance, she could see Natalie in the crowd.



Given that Natalie was too eye-catching, many people couldn’t help staring at her as they passed by. On
top of that, some youngsters even took photos of her secretly.

Although Natalie was aware of it, she didn’t mind and only smiled in response. After all, she was used to
being in the limelight.

“Baby Girl,” Yulia shouted at Natalie and raised her hand as she came out.

Natalie turned around once she heard Yulia’s voice. Then, she sprinted toward her mother. “Mom!”

The mother-daughter duo hugged for a while before they separated.

After putting her sunglasses on her collar, Yulia held Natalie’s face and scanned it. A moment later, she
exclaimed, “Baby Girl, you actually put on weight!”

Natalie’s lips twitched upon hearing that.

Compared with the time when Yulia left, she was indeed a little chubbier this time.

How can I not become chubby when Mrs. Wilson cooks scrumptious delicacies every day!

“Alright, Mom. Let’s get into the car.” Natalie pulled Yulia’s luggage with one hand while holding her hand
with the other as they walked out of the airport.






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