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Ariana had written down the recipes to make sure she wouldn't forget them.But a few days ago, she threw them away, and Gwen picked them up."How is it? Is it tasty?"Fiona was confident in her cooking. She believed it wouldn't be worse than Ariana's.She thought she had Brian's tastes covered. But he put down his fork and said coldly, "Take your food and get out."Fiona froze. "Mr. Lodge, is it not good?"Impossible. These were Ariana's original recipes. There couldn't be anything wrong.She had even copied Ariana's plating. How could this be? Did Ariana have some kind of secret recipe?"Didn't you hear me?" Brian's gaze grew colder.Fiona felt uneasy under his stare. "M-Mr. Lodge...""You're imitating someone else, huh? What do you want?""I... I...""You want to act like Ariana while you're pretending to be Evelyn, so you can please me? Or do you want more than that?""No... No..."He saw right through Fiona, and she looked more and more distressed."Leave!"Brian's
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"What about Brian? He's not coming, right?"Ariana looked wary at the mention of Brian.Emily said, "Mr. Lodge said he won't be coming to accompany you for checkups anymore.""That's good."Ariana let out a quiet sigh of relief."That's good?"Emily was stunned. Did Ariana really hate seeing Brian that much? She used to be so different.Noticing Emily's strange expression, Ariana explained, "He's a busy person, so he shouldn't waste time on me. Shall we go?"She was eager to start her rehab. The exam was in nine days. If her right hand couldn't hold a pen, she'd have to write with her left hand.Emily still thought it was odd but didn't ask any more questions. They headed downstairs together.City Hospital had everything ready early that morning. All the professional equipment was in place, along with an expert team from overseas.As soon as Ariana arrived, she was taken to the consultation room.There were many people inside, but Ariana noticed the most handsome one. He lo
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"Anything overseas is Victor's territory, not Brian's. He's the only one who could have brought me all the way here."Simon raised an eyebrow at Ariana. "What? Victor didn't tell you anything, Ms. Torrey?""Not a word."Ever since she was injured, Victor hadn't even shown his face. There was no way for her to know he specifically invited a professional team of doctors for her."Alright, we need to take the scan now."Simon was strict about these procedures. Once Ariana cooperated with the scan, he led her out again.In a short while, Simon began discussing in depth with the expert team.Meanwhile, Ariana quietly took out her phone and opened her chat with Victor. They hadn't talked much at all. She hesitated.Strictly speaking, half the blame for her injury fell on Victor, because it was his men who wrecked the Granger residence and caused Brian to hurt her this badly.Victor was probably thinking the same, which was why he'd invited Simon over.Thinking of this, Ariana put h
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Emily hesitated. Should she tell Brian or not?"But this exam is really important to me. Can I write with my left hand?" Ariana asked. "I've heard doctors are skilled with their hands and can use both. Could you teach me some techniques?""You really want to learn?""I do!"Ariana looked at Simon earnestly.Simon said, "It's basically about habit. Your left hand is fine, so you can try writing with it. But nine days isn't enough. It'll be tough.""I'm not afraid of hardship. I have to graduate."A diploma from Glea College was like a key to a new world. In this circle, a high level of education meant a lot. Glea College, in particular, held special significance in this social circle.Maybe prominent families like the Lodge family didn't care, but the Torrey family was on the verge of collapse. If she couldn't even get that diploma, how could she possibly take over the company?"Alright, I'll teach you," Simon said with a smile, silently adding another charge to bill Victor lat
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Ariana was speechless.Simon opened the door and invited Ariana to get in."Ms. Torrey, don't worry. People in this circle rarely meet those outside it. Everyone's on a similar economic level. You don't have to suspect my intentions.""I didn't think you had any intentions. I just wonder why Victor asked you to treat me.""That's something you should ask him.""You two are close?""We're friends.""He can make friends?" Ariana asked, imagining how frightening Victor must be to deal with."You don't really know Victor. He seems hard to deal with, but once you get to know him, you realize he's even worse than you thought."Ariana forced a small laugh at his joke. It wasn't funny to her because she knew what he said was true.Simon drove off. When they had gone some distance, Ariana realized they weren't heading toward her apartment. "This isn't the way to my place.""Ms. Torrey, you catch on fast."Simon had taken three turns to avoid Ariana's neighborhood, but she still noti
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Victor was upstairs. This shabby building had no elevator at all.Ariana was still badly injured, so she could only climb the stairs at a snail's pace with Simon's support.By the time they reached the study, Ariana was already sweating."Is Victor doing this on purpose? If he wants to talk, can't he do it in the living room?"Simon sighed and said, "He's not that kind of person. He... might just want to give you a hard time."Hunter was walking ahead, listening to their conversation. His eyelid twitched slightly.When they reached the door, Hunter opened it for them.Victor sat at a table and told them to take a seat.Ariana glanced around the study. It was nothing like most people's studies. There was no desk or office chair, just a couch and a small table.A few days ago, when Victor came to Gleaston, he had been staying at the Gleaston Grand Hotel. Now it looked like he had bought this place and planned to settle down in Gleaston."What are you staring at?" Victor glanced
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Ariana felt uneasy under Victor's gaze.She knew he wasn't a good person and had the whiff of a businessman's greed deep in his bones.She approached him initially only to secure some protection in the future. Who could have guessed he'd be so difficult to deal with?She still couldn't figure out how Victor could ever become so obsessed with Evelyn down the road."Fine. If it's your goodwill, then I'll accept. But I want you to put something in writing.""Go on.""If something ever happens with Smith Corporation, it has nothing to do with me.""Ms. Torrey, isn't that a bit too heartless?""I don't have any feelings for you," Ariana said. "If you sign it, I'll accept the transfer. If you don't..."Victor just watched her calmly, waiting to hear how she would finish her sentence.Ariana took a deep breath. "If you don't sign, I'll go turn myself in. Worst case, we both go down."Victor actually laughed out loud. Simon was the first to chuckle. He looked at Ariana and said, "Ms
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Ariana got agitated and moved her hand, which pulled on her injury.Victor smiled at Ariana's clumsiness. Even Simon had never seen that expression on Victor's face after many years of friendship. He couldn't help but turn to look at Ariana.Ariana seemed like a fine young woman. At that moment, Simon's lips curled up into a faint smile as though he'd gotten a hold over Victor."But I've avenged you. Are you still upset?""I was the one who got beaten up; not you. Do you think you could stay calm if someone hit you?" It wasn't like Ariana couldn't fight back against the female prisoners, but she had faced them alone. Besides, she had an arm injury, which was why she lost to them.If she were given a chance, she wouldn't end up looking so disheveled."Simon, how's the injury looking?"Simon explained, "That's a pretty serious injury for a lady. The rest are surface wounds. The injuries on her hand and arm are more severe. She would have lost her limb if they went harder.""Let
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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
