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Ariana knew that with Brian's capabilities, it was only a matter of time before he uncovered her background. If she didn't take the initiative and seize control of the situation, things could get really dangerous once Brian started piecing things together. Both she and Warto Group could be in trouble.With that thought, Ariana reluctantly said, "I'll do my best." "It's not about doing your best. You have to do it," William said, patting her shoulder. "This is a make-or-break moment. Think it through carefully." "I know. I won't let him find any loopholes." William gave a small nod of acknowledgment.As Ariana continued surveying her office, William suddenly spoke again."Oh, by the way." "What now?" Ariana asked, puzzled by his strange behavior today. William wasn't usually this chatty."I heard something really interesting at school today. Want to hear it?" "...No." Ariana already had a feeling it would be about her. And most likely, it involved Brian and Fiona too."
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Ariana's suitcase had been opened at some point.Seeing this, she frowned and asked, "What are you doing?" The middle-aged woman, who had been rifling through her things, didn't even act apologetic. Instead, she sneered, "I'm terminating your lease. You're no longer allowed to stay here!" Ariana let out a sharp laugh in disbelief. "I paid for this place. What gives you the right to kick me out?""I own this apartment. If I say you have to leave, then you have to leave!"The landlady's face twisted into a mean, self-righteous expression. "This is a respectable home—I can't have someone like you staying here. If I let you stay, what if future tenants get infected by whatever filth you bring in? Do you think I can still rent this place out?""What exactly are you implying? What filth?" "Oh, don't play dumb! The whole complex knows about you! You moved in yesterday, and you've already had three different men coming in and out! Who knows what kind of trash you'll bring into my place ne
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Chloe glanced at the red bills in her hand, then finally relented. "Fine, she can stay one more night. But she needs to be out by tomorrow morning! My apartment isn't some cheap motel for just anyone to stay in. I don't need bad luck ruining my place!" The surrounding neighbors whispered among themselves, throwing glances full of disdain at Ariana. In their eyes, she was far from a respectable woman.Ariana found the whole scene amusing. She hadn't even cared for the luxury apartment Brian had arranged for her, let alone this run-down complex.Without another word, she pulled out her phone and dialed the police's number. The crisp, distinct sound of the dial tones filled the air, making everyone around them pause.Chloe's face twisted in anger when she realized Ariana was calling the police. "Oh, you wanna call the cops? Great! I should've reported you first—for prostitution! Look at this crazy woman, everyone! Can you believe this? She's actually calling the police on me!" "Ariana
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The skeptical murmurs from the crowd didn't stop.Chloe sneered. "There's no way she's actually calling the police chief. Who does she think she is? If she were really someone important, would she be living here? You think we're stupid?"No one believed Ariana's words. They all thought she was just boasting.But Fiona knew better. After all, Ariana was the eldest daughter of the Torrey family and had once been Brian's fiancée. Not long ago, Brian had personally gone to the police station to get her out."Ariana, why make this a big deal? There's no need to disturb the police chief! It was wrong of the landlady to treat you this way, and I'll apologize on her behalf!" Fiona was desperate to smooth things over before it got out of hand. But Ariana had no intention of letting this slide.Her belongings had been touched, she had been publicly insulted, and she was being thrown out despite having a contract.And they expected her to just walk away? Not a chance.Ariana calmly pulled out
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"I was the one who called the police."The officer raised an eyebrow, slightly surprised. "You called the police. So, you're reporting yourself?" "This old woman falsely accused me of prostitution, barged into my rented apartment, rummaged through my belongings, and is now trying to forcefully evict me. We have a signed lease agreement—what she's doing is clearly illegal. I'm calling the police simply to protect my legal rights."Ariana's words were clear, logical, and firm.But Chloe scoffed. "This woman is renting my apartment! Of course, I can't let my property become a brothel! Am I wrong to kick her out? Officer, you tell me—am I wrong?"Hearing the landlady's argument, the officer hesitated slightly. Neighborhood disputes were the worst—no matter what, someone was going to be unhappy."Is it true that you're engaging in prostitution?" he asked, turning to Ariana."It's not true.""She's lying! I saw her with multiple men today! And it's not just me—half the neighborhood saw i
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The police chief was out of breath as he spoke, struggling to steady himself.The officer, seeing who had arrived, stiffened immediately, "C-Chief?" "Are you deaf? Take those cuffs off her right now!""What a well-trained team you've got, Chief. I call the police, and your men try to arrest me instead. Am I supposed to find this funny?" Ariana said seriously.Hearing the clear displeasure in her tone, the chief broke out in a cold sweat. "Y-Yes! Yes! This was my failure in training them properly. Ms. Torrey, I deeply apologize for the mistake!"The officers were dumbfounded. Their usually strict and authoritative chief was suddenly bending over backward for this woman?One of them hesitated before asking, "Sir… Who is she?""She's Ms. Torrey! Who gave you the guts to arrest her? Do you have a death wish? Because If you do—I sure as hell don't! Let her go, right now!"Ariana arched an eyebrow. "Oh, Chief, no need to be so worked up. I did try explaining myself earlier, but it seems
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After a long moment of silence, someone in the crowd finally spoke up."It… It wasn't me! I just heard it from someone else!""Me neither! I don't know who started it, but that's just what everyone was saying!""Yeah! Who would've thought she's actually the Torrey family's heiress? The person who spread these rumors is truly despicable!"…The neighbors all tried to shift the blame, none of them willing to admit their part in spreading the rumors."Ms. Torrey, please rest assured– I will personally handle this matter. Within three days—no, within two days, I will give you a satisfactory answer!" The chief spoke with absolute certainty. But at that moment, Ariana's gaze locked onto Fiona.Fiona's entire body stiffened as Ariana stared at her."No need. I already know who spread the rumors," Ariana said coldly.Fiona's heart pounded in her chest."Who? Just tell me, and I'll have them arrested immediately!" The gathered neighbors perked up, eager to know the culprit's ident
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Chloe had once liked Fiona, but now she had completely lost all patience with her. After watching the elevator doors close, Fiona bit her lip in frustration.Ariana had already broken off her engagement to Brian—so why were so many people still willing to protect her? This wasn't fair! Not fair at all!The next morning, news that Ariana was a Torrey family heiress had already spread throughout the entire complex. It became the number one topic of gossip.A real heiress living in their tiny, run-down community was practically unheard of, so residents made it their new hobby to observe her movements and see what a rich heiress looked like.When Ariana stepped out that morning, she was immediately the center of attention, with countless eyes following her every move.Unable to tolerate it any longer, she called William. "What you said yesterday about finding me a new place… Were you serious?" "Why would I lie to you? The place is ready. I was just about to call you.""Perfect. I want t
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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
