The Emersons were facing a crisis and all Matthew's funds were tied up. He really couldn't produce that much money at the moment. However, the most crucial point was that even if he could, he wouldn't be willing to do so."Hannah, you're asking Dad for money …"With a hint of sarcasm in her eyes, the silent Misty said indifferently, "Hannah, you're very calculative. Should I just give you everything I have? In your heart, I don't deserve anything after all. I should sleep on the streets with my mom and be looked down upon by you.""I've never thought about the kind of life you should live."Hannah thought seriously for a moment and nodded. "I actually think you're right. Don't worry, I don't care about your things, but selling them at a discount might contribute to charity."She smiled, addressing Misty as her sister for the first time. "When will my sister pack up everything for me? You can leave the things you've used, but I won't refuse any clothes or jewelry."Misty's face
Sunk costs were taken into consideration even in family relationships.Matthew had invested too much in Misty over the years. He couldn't bear to abandon her.This was the first reason.The second was that he had reaped some benefits by becoming the in-laws of the Winchesters.Those in upper-class society with larger companies would have to flatter him. Due to the influence of the Winchesters, the Emerson Corporation collaborated with several companies on multiple projects.However, Hannah and Misty openly clashed in the live broadcast. He had lost his dignity. Won't those upper-class socialites whisper behind his back?And with Darren's attitude …Someone would soon ask him to spit out all the profits that he had reaped earlier.This was one of the reasons for the Emersons' predicament.Unfortunately for Misty, she couldn't see through all the issues. She thought that her father loved her a lot. So, she was moved to tears.Hannah had sensed that things were not that simple
Upon hearing Hannah's words, Matthew's expression changed suddenly."What nonsense are you talking about?"His face had darkened significantly, and a fierce light flashed in his eyes. He angrily shouted, "Who allowed you to talk nonsense? You ingrate, I see that you don't want to acknowledge me as your father anymore!"His wrath seemed to be ignited. His cheeks turned crimson as he burned with rage."Did I say something wrong? Have you fulfilled any of your responsibilities as a father?" Hannah sneered.Breaking free from the emotional entanglements of her past life and reevaluating Matthew's attitude toward her, Hannah could clearly feel that he had no affection for her at all.His seemingly good-natured speech now was only because he thought that he could gain something from her.It was both pathetic and amusing."I'd rather not have a father than have a father like you. Since you never cared about me before, why appear in front of me now? Are you trying to show me the affect
Misty's previous frustrations seemed to have dissipated. At that moment, she seemed to have regained her composure.Slap!With a glint of coldness in her eyes, Hannah swiftly dodged Misty's hand and slapped her unreservedly."Are you feeling proud? Do you think that I will be obedient and listen to you?"Hannah raised her eyebrows with a hint of arrogance in her eyes.She gave them a glance and curled her lips into a cold smile, "Mr. Emerson, you want to expose me? Go ahead! Go talk to the media about how you have never cared about me for so many years. Oh, by the way …"She chuckled and said meaningfully, "Also, please let the public know why you gave me this money. I'd like to see who'd become the joke of town."Why would she be afraid of the exposure?She had openly and legitimately accepted the money without a trace of fear."You!" Matthew's veins bulge on his forehead. He was furious, "Damn it, do you think that I'm afraid of you?""Hannah, it's better not to say such t
Hannah unlocked her phone and played a voice recording.This familiar scene made Misty feel as if she had returned to that rooftop where she suffered extreme humiliation."How dare you?" She stared at Hannah's phone, her eyes wide in disbelief.Their conversations were heard loud and clear in the recording.When Matthew was giving Hannah money, he didn't mention wanting Hannah to do something for him. Instead, he pretended to compensate her with the living expenses that she lacked growing up.The subsequent unreasonable demands had clearly displayed their intentions.Matthew, Claudia, and Misty's faces all turned pale. They never expected Hannah to be so cautious as to record everything from the beginning. "Is it so strange?" Hannah was amused by their expressions. She couldn't help but ask curiously. "What makes you think that after what had happened the last time, I wouldn't be cautious when coming to the Emerson manor?"Ironically, even though this should be her home, she f
Hannah's actions were unusual.Although she came from the slums, after marrying Mr. Winchester and becoming rich overnight, she had never engaged in any shopping sprees or anything of the likes. She didn't have any extravagant habits and only bought what was necessary.She would indulge once in a while though.No matter what, she could live her life leisurely. She would just follow her own pace and not let money lead her astray.This was the first time that she had bought so many things in one go."I came into a small windfall." Hannah didn't say much.Lifting her chin with a smile she said, "These are all for you. You can divide them among yourselves."She then bent down and picked up another bag filled with items. Those were the things she'd bought for herself.Having grown up poor with her grandma, Hannah's first reaction upon receiving the one million from Matthew was to spend it all."Wow, Hannah, you're the best!"The carefree Naomi cheered happily. She started pickin
"Such a smooth talker."With bright eyes, Hannah gave Darren a soft and affectionate glare. However, her lips formed a smile.The complicated emotions in her heart seemed to have dissipated along with her words. She supported her chin and said, "I've had enough setbacks in life that I thought I could be indifferent to all this."But apparently not.Facing Matthew, her rationality told her that her father was selfish and had never loved her. Yet, she still felt a bit sad.Why?Everyone had their parents' love and affection since childhood, but she never had any.Was she not worthy of receiving her parents' love?Since Matthew had said that the one million dollars was compensation, she gladly accepted it. After splurging at the mall, she inexplicably bought those snacks and lollipops.Those were things that she had wished for as a child but couldn't afford to have.As a child, she would have loved to have her parents buy them for her as a reward as well.Right now, as she lo
Misty stealthily left the house. She clutched her phone tightly and had a conflicted look in her eyes.She could no longer sit by idly.She was fed up with the overwhelming online abuse and the constant need to hide like a mouse.She had received a threatening call from Jessica who demanded that she deal with Zane in prison.Zane was the man that they had arranged to push Ramona off the building. She wondered how much longer he would keep his mouth shut.Once he confessed, she would be done for.So, she couldn't wait any longer.She had been calling Cedric repeatedly but couldn't get through to him.Since he refused to keep in touch with her, Misty decided to go to him.She left the house determinedly without alerting Matthew and Claudia and quietly got into a cab.She couldn't go to the Garner manor to look for Cedric. So she instinctively went to the Papillon Villa in the south of the city.It was their love nest where he embraced her and envisioned their married life toge