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Ariana was forced into her seat. Evelyn gazed between her and Victor."It seems you two are close. No wonder Mr. Smith entrusted you to contact me." Evelyn smiled, masking her discomfort by sipping her water.Victor ignored her. And now that Ariana had been brought over, Evelyn's displeasure only grew.Ariana could sense Evelyn's annoyance. Knowing Evelyn, Ariana was certain she wouldn't want to embarrass herself. Ariana turned her focus back to Victor. "Mr. Smith, Ms. Granger is interested in collaborating with you. Summoning me here like this doesn't seem very appropriate..."Ariana tried to stand up. But Victor pressed her back into the chair.Ariana felt speechless.Victor remained unfazed. "Since you're the one who arranged this meeting, it's only natural for you to be here." Then, he turned to Evelyn. "Don't you agree, Ms. Granger?""…You're right, Mr Smith." Evelyn's expression betrayed her emotions.Anyone could see that Evelyn was merely playing along to avoid
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Ariana stared at Victor in disbelief. He must be doing this on purpose. Was he deliberately making things harder for her?Evelyn already resented Ariana and felt her anger boil over. She had been invited to this meeting, yet Victor hadn't even bothered ordering for her. What was he hinting at?"Server! Three beef steaks and three glasses of red wine! Make it quick!" Ariana called out loudly, breaking the tension.Thankfully, she reacted swiftly. Otherwise, the situation would have become awkward when only two plates were served."Mr. Smith, if you want that piece of land from the Granger family, you can take it anytime," Evelyn said as she produced a land transfer agreement. Ariana was well aware that Evelyn had inherited some assets from her family. However, she hadn't expected Evelyn to go as far as gifting a piece of land to win Victor over.That plot stretched for a few miles in the heart of the city and was worth a fortune. Yet Evelyn was ready to give it away just like tha
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Before Ariana could finish, Evelyn interrupted, "It seems Ms. Torrey and Mr. Smith are close. I thought you were trying to help me connect with him, but it turns out you were just toying with me!""Ms. Granger…" Ariana began."Since Mr. Smith has no interest in working together, there's no need for further discussion!" With that, Evelyn snatched the land transfer agreement from the table and stormed out.Ariana's expression darkened at Victor. "Victor Smith, what is wrong with you?"Victor took a sip of his wine. "Didn't I already make my stance clear?""I went out of my way to help you get the land, and you not only ruined the deal but also drove her away! Do you seriously not want that piece of land?" Ariana fumed."You're right. I don't want it," Victor replied nonchalantly."You!" Ariana was infuriated.Victor calmly continued cutting into his steak. "The steak here is quite good. Would you like to try some, Ms. Torrey?""I'm too angry to eat!" Ariana had never met anyone
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A phone rang inside Lodge Co.Brian glanced at his phone on the desk and saw it was a call from Ariana.Brian instinctively wanted to answer. But just as his hand reached out, he stopped.Answering so quickly would make him seem too eager. He couldn't let Ariana think she could manipulate him.He recalled how he had ignored her calls countless times before. So, now, he decided to leave her hanging for a moment.Finally, just as the ringing was about to stop, he picked up the call and feigned impatience. "What do you want?"There was no response from the other side, only the faint sound of car engines in the background.Brian frowned. "Ariana?"A second later, the call was abruptly cut off.Brian's frown deepened and he returned the call. But this time, the phone was turned off.His expression darkened. He called for Emily. "Emily, come in!""Yes, Mr. Lodge?" Emily entered, only to see Brian grabbing his coat. "What's going on?""Find out where Ariana has been today," Brian
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Evelyn's smile froze as the thought crossed her mind. "I… I don't know either. But Ms. Torrey is an adult. She wouldn't just disappear suddenly, right?"Seeing that Evelyn had no idea where Ariana was, Brian sighed. "It's late. I'll have the driver take you home.""Brian!" Evelyn hesitated, seeing how eager Brian was to leave. "Are you… worried about Ms. Torrey?""She is still my fiancée and is part of the Lodge family. If something happens to her, I wouldn't know how to explain it to my grandmother." With that, Brian got into his car without another word.Evelyn's expression turned unpleasant.Was that really the reason? Or could it be… that he started to care for Ariana?Evelyn didn't voice her thoughts.In any case, she needed to figure out a way to ensure Brian wouldn't fall for Ariana.Remembering Ariana was with Victor earlier, Evelyn couldn't help but take out her phone and call Victor.The call was quickly answered, but the voice on the other end wasn't Victor's. It wa
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Ariana was disgusted by Igor's friends.A woman's greatest fear was losing her reputation? Ariana found it laughable.This was nothing more than the vulgar thinking of despicable men!Ariana always knew Igor was a scumbag, but she never thought he would stoop so low as to resort to kidnapping.Igor hesitated. "Ariana is going to marry Mr. Lodge. What if something really happens?""Don't worry, Igor. I don't buy into that nonsense about women staying pure for a man. Besides, who would dare bring up this incident? Unless… Your sister doesn't want to marry Mr. Lodge anymore!"Everyone in Gleaston knew Brian was possessive, whether it was toward his things or person.If Ariana were tainted, Brian would surely reject her.Igor gave in. "As long as we can force her to hand over Torrey Co., do whatever you want.""Don't worry, Igor. Leave it to me!" One of his friends stepped forward. Igor didn't want to be involved and stepped aside. Meanwhile, the other two also approached Ariana
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Seeing Ariana cooperating, the man eagerly moved closer to her.But Ariana frowned. "Hey! Why are you being so rough? I'm shy about being watched. How about… We go behind the trees and have some fun?"Ariana's sultry voice and seductive gaze entranced the three men. They were too captivated to stay cautious.The man nodded. "Sure! Let's go behind the trees!""But if we're going to play, shouldn't you untie the rope around my ankles? Otherwise, how can I join in the fun?" Noticing their hesitation, Ariana pouted and added, "Come on, my hands are still tied. What are you afraid of? Besides, where could I possibly run with the three of you here?"Her reasoning seemed convincing, and the man quickly untied the rope around her ankles.Ariana's eyes shone triumphantly.Once her ankles were free, Ariana leaned into the man's arms and whispered seductively, "Let's go where they can't see us, okay?"The man was enchanted and quickly led Ariana deeper into the woods. He even moved furthe
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The three quickly ran back to check on their unconscious friend's injuries.Igor was furious and threw his cigarette pack to the ground. He barked, "Get her back! Now!"He was doomed if the Lodge family found out about this!Meanwhile, Victor arrived at Gleaston University. Beside him, Hunter reported, "According to the street surveillance, this is where she vanished. Should we request access to the campus cameras?""There's no time. Start searching immediately," Victor ordered."Yes, sir." Hunter quickly led a group into the campus to begin their search.At the same time, Brian's car pulled up outside Gleaston University.When Brian stepped out, he immediately noticed Victor entering the campus grounds. His expression darkened.Emily asked, "Mr. Lodge, why is Mr. Smith here too?"It had taken them a long time to trace Ariana to the sports car that had entered Gleaston University, but how had Victor ended up here as well?"Go check it out," Brian instructed coldly."Yes, sir
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The guests present all took in the scene before them. It was well known that Brian had always despised Ariana, but this time, he appeared visibly anxious about her in front of everyone.Ariana seemed unsurprised by the reactions of the guests around them. She withdrew her hand and said, "Thank you for your help, Mr. Lodge."Brian quickly realized that Ariana had just used him.Due to Lodge Co.'s stance toward Torrey Co., many had assumed that there was tension between the Lodges and Torreys. As a result, few corporate partners had been willing to initiate business dealings with the Torreys.Now that they have seen Brian and Ariana on better terms, many would likely approach the Torrey family."Ariana, did you just exploit me?" Brian had never realized just how cunning Ariana could be. He had always assumed she was clueless, but it was clear that he was the foolish one now."Didn't you say it yourself, Mr. Lodge? Mutual exploitation isn't a bad thing for either of us." Ariana shru
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Ariana didn't refuse. After all, spending more time with Brian in public would be beneficial for the Torrey family."Mr. Lodge, I never expected that just one word from Mrs. Lodge Senior would be enough for you to put your pride aside and come see me," Ariana remarked.Her words dripped with mockery, and there were even some traces of disdain toward Brian. It was the same attitude that he'd used to have toward her.Alas, their roles were reversed."Ariana, do you really think it's a good thing that Grandma has taken an interest in you?" Brian asked.Belinda's intentions were clear to anyone with a sharp eye, and Brian knew that Ariana could tell as well.His eyes roamed over Ariana. Tonight, she was meticulously and elegantly styled in a long, gold-embellished gown. She was the very image of grandeur.When he looked at Ariana from the side, he frowned. Her appearance at the moment overlapped with the image of Susan in his mind.Suddenly, Brian halted in his tracks and firmly
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Hushed whispers filled the surrounding area. Everyone wanted to know why Ariana had been invited to the Lodge family's gala.Inside the Royal Hotel, Emily knocked on the door of the second-floor break room. "Mr. Lodge, all the guests have arrived. We should head down now.""Got it," Brian replied and rubbed the bridge of his nose. The moment he closed his eyes, he could hear Ariana's words from the day before echoing in his mind.If it weren't for Belinda's insistence on hosting this gala, he wouldn't have wanted to see Ariana at all.…Meanwhile, downstairs in the banquet hall, all eyes were on Ariana the moment she appeared.It wasn't because of how extravagantly she was dressed, but rather the fact that she was now the sole heir of the Torrey family. Whoever married Ariana would stand to inherit everything she owned.If anything were to happen to Ariana, all of the Torrey family's assets would go to her husband, so every man in attendance had their eyes locked on her."Arian
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Brian knew exactly what Belinda's words meant. In the past, his engagement with Ariana had been purely due to her suitable family background. But now, marrying her would mean gaining control over the entire Torrey family. At that moment, the things that Ariana said to him earlier today played back in his mind. His sense of pride flared once again. "Grandma, you don't need to concern yourself with this matter. We have already annulled our engagement, and there is no way I'll propose to her again." With that, he turned around and headed upstairs. Belinda was well aware of Brian's character. Her expression darkened. Since he was unwilling to let go of his pride, then she would make the necessary arrangements for him.The next day, the news of Gwen's imprisonment and Igor's expulsion from the Torrey family spread like wildfire within the high society. As the sole heir of the family, Ariana successfully assumed full control of the Torrey family. As the turmoil at school also began
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"Ms. Piper, please follow me.""No! Mr. Lodge, I know you're a kind man. For old time's sake, please save Aunt Gwen!""I believe I already told you not to show up at my home again."Brian's eyes were cold. A single glance was enough to send a chill down Fiona's spine.Evelyn had already spoken to him a few days ago, informing him about the rumors circulating at school about him and Fiona. He was no stranger to the games women played, but he was simply too lazy to deal with it. After all, Fiona had nothing to do with him. Anyone in the right mind would recognize the vast gap in their social standing, and there was no chance they would be together. Those rumors were merely stories that Fiona had fabricated. He absolutely despised scheming women like her. Fiona still didn't know that Brian was already aware of her deeds. She cried, "But Aunt Gwen's imprisonment is also related to the Torrey family. Are you really not going to do anything about it?"Ms. Weston, what did I say earl
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"Then let me make it clear to you, you aren't the heir of the Torrey family, and you aren't my father's son. From a legal standpoint, you and your mother have nothing to do with our family. You'd better accept the fact, Mr. Igor."Ariana's voice was full of mockery. In her past life, she had foolishly handed over the company Carson left behind to Gwen and Igor. But in the end, the company went bankrupt in less than three years. Worse yet, Gwen had even fled with Igor and John.This time, she swore she would never give Gwen and Igor the slightest chance to entangle themselves with Torrey Co. "Take him away." Ariana's voice was cold.The bodyguard swiftly grabbed Igor and dragged him toward the front gate. Still wearing his slippers, Igor was ruthlessly dragged out of the Torrey residence, unable to resist."Pack up all of Igor and Gwen's things and toss them out.""Yes, Ms. Torrey."To prevent Igor from making a fuss, Ariana deliberately stationed him at the security post by the e
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It was already evening, and Igor had been waiting at home for Arian's call, but it never came. It wasn't until he saw a car from Torrey Co. pull up outside the gate that he immediately rushed out. The moment he saw Ariana get out of the car, he immediately snapped, "Why didn't you answer my call? Do you even know what has happened at home? Hurry up and come with me to the police station to bail my mom out!" Igor spoke in a commanding tone as he grabbed Ariana's hand and dragged her in the direction of the police station. But to his surprise, she pushed him away. Caught off guard by her move, Igor stared at her in disbelief. He sneered, "Ariana! Have you lost your mind? How dare you push me?" Igor had always had his way and never expected that Ariana would dare push him away.Just as he was about to grab Ariana again, Miranda stepped forward. With a simple move, she easily restrained Igor, rendering him unable to resist. "Ms. Ziegler! Have you lost your mind too? How dare you
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Looking over the money and goods in his possession, Jeremy nodded in satisfaction. He left the Torrey residence with his group of lackeys.Gwen's legs finally gave out and she collapsed onto the floor. She had only borrowed money from the loan sharks just once. She couldn't believe that it would lead her to become completely penniless.Meanwhile, Ariana, who was still at the office, received a call from Jeremy."Ms. Torrey, it has been done. All that's left is to wait for the goods to be exchanged into cash.""I understand. Thank you for your hard work.""You're welcome. We were just following Mr. Smith's orders."Ariana smiled lightly. It was indeed all thanks to Victor's efforts. Without Victor's help, she wouldn't have been able to reclaim all of Gwen's and Igor's wealth and assets so easily. This was the wealth and assets that rightfully belonged to her father.Ariana lifted her head to look at Miranda after she disconnected the call. "It's done. Start the next phase," she s
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"Ms. Lambert, this is all so sudden. Did something happen?" Ariana asked.No matter how terrible the circumstance she was in, Gwen would never tell Ariana that she had borrowed money from loan sharks. It was part of the Torreys' principles to never come into contact with them.If word about this got out, Gwen would never be able to live it down. Ariana might even use it against her to kick her out of the family.Ariana knew from the beginning that Gwen would never come clean to her about the loan sharks. She just smiled and said, "I'll send a contract to you. Once you put your signature on it, the contract will immediately go into effect. I'll have someone in the finance department transfer the money to you. "However, Ms. Lambert, please be informed this also means that you and Igor will give up the right to all of the inheritance my father left behind."Being face to face with the terrifying loan sharks, Gwen couldn't even spare a moment to think about the consequences of signin
