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Even though Pennleigh understood this very well, he couldn't help but feel guilty for not being able to help more.Hesper recognized the limitations of investigating these matters, given the vast difference in power between their families. She decided to shift her focus to someone more suitable for the task and thought of Camille. Although it had been a while since they last contacted each other, Hesper trusted Camille because they had faced life-and-death situations together.Considering the sensitivity of the situation with Charles, Hesper first consulted Rickard. They had almost forgotten about Camille due to the extended period without contact and their desire not to disturb her life.Reflecting on the past, they acknowledged that Camille had been with them on Leafdelle Island, not out of her own desires but out of a sense of obligation and gratitude. Despite this, Camille had played her part exceptionally well."Now, if we can't resolve the issue with Charles, things might not
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Seemingly aware of what Hesper was thinking, Camille sighed and said, "The situation here is complicated and simple at the same time. Simply put, when you least expected it, Charles had already made a move against me."In other words, Ermione had gotten help from Charles. Hesper's face darkened. It became apparent that Charles did not need someone capable of managing the Moreaus effectively. Instead, he just needed a puppet that he could control at will. Since Camille clearly did not fit this requirement and was aligned with them, Charles had replaced her with Ermione.Sighing, Hesper said, "You should have informed us in advance. We could have brainstormed solutions together."Camille chuckled softly before responding, "At that time, your situation in Montequinto probably wasn't any better. Besides, Charles wouldn't have succeeded if my family didn't betray me."Camille had always understood that despite her efforts to lead the Moreaus to higher grounds, they remained ungrateful.
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Talking about this, Camille looked somewhat helpless and appeared lost in thought for a moment before speaking. "Even without Charles's involvement, they would eventually find a way to replace me."Sensing Camille's discomfort, Hesper and Rickard exchanged glances, skillfully avoiding delving into that matter. Remembering the earlier mention by Camille about something she could not discuss over the phone, Hesper said, "Let's go inside first. There's something we need to talk about, right?"Camille nodded and said seriously, "Come in with me."The apartment was simple but not shabby, and it seemed cozy. Though Camille was no longer part of the Moreaus, there were still loyal subordinates who had arranged everything in advance, such as her butler. Without Charles's influence, it would not be difficult for her to overthrow Ermione and return to the Moreaus.Entering the room, Hesper observed the apartment. Despite its simplicity, it was warm and decorated with various daily items, res
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It was intentional. The seemingly chaotic yet orderly space made it easy to conceal tiny electronic devices. Initially, Camille might have been cautious but never suspected the butler. As time passed without finding anything, her vigilance relaxed. Besides, the probability of discovering hidden devices within all these things was relatively low, and the other party had likely planned this.Hesper had harbored some suspicions earlier. Ermione might not be smart, but Charles was. There was no way he would let any loose ends untie.After a brief silence, Camille, feeling increasingly suspicious, babbled some made-up details. However, her words and thoughts were now completely mismatched. Camille wanted to leave this place quickly, saving the genuine discussion for a safer location.Once in the car, Camille finally breathed a sigh of relief. Hesper understood that Camille had been through a lot, and her nervousness was not just an act. It was because she had not anticipated the betrayal
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Determined to bring down Charles, Camille had etched the location deeply into her memory. Having visited the place several times with her subordinates, she was confident she could find it again on her own.Rickard and Hesper exchanged a glance. Hesper then said, "Let's not rush. Before heading there, I have something else to do."Camille was puzzled by Hesper's sudden change in plans. Hesper smirked and said, "I want to meet Charles."Camille frowned and said, "If Charles is as scheming as you suspect, he won't be as accommodating this time."Hesper acknowledged the risks but believed that her previous entanglements with Charles might prevent an immediate confrontation. When Charles spoke about his wife, it was not fake. Otherwise, he would not have kept her mother by his side and treated her respectfully for over a decade. Since she looked like her mother, her face was her best weapon against Charles.With this in mind, Hesper was confident that this meeting would not turn hostil
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If they didn't have the Moreaus, their only support in Fredonia would be Sundial Corp., and Mr. Chronos's powers weren't as potent there. Moreover, now that most people knew Chronos was Rickard, any unusual events in Fredonia would raise widespread suspicion.When that moment arrived, regardless of their actions, they risked exposure to the public, something Hesper wished to avoid. She rubbed her temples and said, "Today isn't ideal. If Charles has his attention here, he may deduce what we've learned from Camille."Charles was exceptionally cautious, and his first reaction would likely be eliminating Camille, given that she knew the location existed. Eliminating her appeared easier than relocating.There had to be a significant reason for Charles to choose eliminating Camille over moving. Hesper wasn't ready to let this slide. Nevertheless, now that they were present, Charles might feel compelled to ensure everything ran smoothly, potentially abandoning the previous location. Yet if
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He appeared composed."I never expected you to arrive before me," Charles remarked, and Hesper suddenly felt like prey targeted by an eagle.However, she swiftly regained her composure, demonstrating her strength. "Really? Just like how I never anticipated you lying to me about a month ago." Hesper's honesty shone through; she hadn't imagined Charles would be one of the people to betray her.Charles had been unusually kind to her, but then he had abruptly betrayed her. He was the person Hesper found most enigmatic, yet she had to confront the situation. Understanding what was going on in Charles's mind became imperative.It didn't seem to be for power and money; he wasn't involved in the hallucinogen cases. He didn't appear interested in them now, either. However, if it wasn't for these reasons, what else could it be? His lover had passed away years ago.Hesper couldn't figure it out, but after some contemplation, she realized she had to deal with it head-on. She couldn't say much
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Charles didn't want to betray her, but something else held a more significant place in his heart. Without hesitation, he would choose anything of greater importance than her. But where did she stand in the hierarchy of importance?Hesper believed she was closest to being a replacement for the late Mrs. Deschamps, which troubled her even more. Someone who had passed away was irreplaceable, so she occupied a rank just one step below the utmost importance. Although it seemed pompous, judging by Charles's reactions, it held true. So, what could be more important than her?Could Charles be foolish enough to hope that the hallucinogen could revive his wife? He had a moment of clarity before this, and Hesper didn't think he was the type to repeat his mistakes. However, based on what he had said today, it sounded like she might be wrong. Before obtaining the hallucinogen, Charles might have deemed it useful, but once he had it, he realized it was all a sham. That's why he claimed it was no l
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He had never anticipated that he would end up loving her so deeply.It could be said that amidst all the misunderstandings and complexities, their journey together had taken many winding paths."I wouldn't risk getting into trouble just to set off fireworks for someone I didn't even like," Rickard said, his voice gentle. "You dummy."His words were soft, but as Hesper listened to his explanation, she cleared her throat, and her eyes turned bloodshot. She had never imagined that the person she had loved so intensely in her youth had, at some point in their lives, secretly admired her.Hesper attempted to smile but ended up with teary eyes. Seeing this, Rickard reached out and affectionately ruffled her hair. "If it's going to make you cry, I won't say anything more."Hesper pursed her lips. "If you don't want to talk about it, then don't."Rickard, despite understanding her reluctance, couldn't help but reflect on the past and openly admitted to the emotions he had felt in his you
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They were flooded with memories, and Hesper couldn't help but admit that she had been through so much with Rickard. Her eyes welled up with emotion.The livestream ended, as they couldn't maintain constant surveillance of their lives. Even though they hadn't gone home yet, the crew had left.In the past two days, people had gotten to know them quite well, so the crew decided to give them some alone time.Hesper sat in the passenger seat and stole a glance at Rickard. She couldn't help but say, "I never expected that the only time you were seen as making a mistake in Grandpa's eyes was because of me.""There are many things you don't know," he replied. Hesper raised an eyebrow and asked, "Like what? Tell me."Suddenly, Hesper recalled the countless times Rickard had looked at her. Yet, during those moments, Rickard had always had feelings for Juniper. She knew that was the reality, so she never expected that Rickard might have had the same strong feelings for her as she had for h
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Hesper glanced at Rickard, who remained emotionless, but she still reached out to hold his hand.[This is tough to see. Both of Rickard's parents are no longer here… Sigh.][Hesper immediately checked on Rickard. If I were Rickard, I'd love her so much.]Ernest shook his head and remained silent as he flipped to the next page. Most of the pictures were of Hesper after that. She hadn't realized she had so many childhood photos. Julian appeared in some of them, too.Before everything went sour.Rickard didn't have many pictures. As he grew older, he became quieter.Most of them showed Hesper standing next to Julian, but there was something off about them.[Did you notice... In many of those pictures, Hesper was looking at Rickard, and in others, Rickard was looking at her.][Oh my god, is this puppy love? I had no idea!][I remember Rickard had another lover.]Hesper had noticed, too, but there was no need to remind people that Rickard used to hate her, so she dismissed it as a
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Hesper and Rickard entered the room and awkwardly informed Ernest that everything had been live-streamed just now. Ernest was shocked, but upon hearing that it was something people do, he nodded."It's fine. There's nothing that others can't hear."Hesper pursed her lips and glanced at Rickard before saying, "We didn't expect the Summers to come and see you. You should move in with us so these people will leave you alone."If Ernest lived with them, no one would dare intrude because they represented power and influence.Who would dare challenge them?"I don't want to get involved in your life. Renfew and Renarie would keep you occupied enough."Hesper understood that he had already made up his mind not to live with them, so she didn't press the matter further.She could understand his concerns, as many things might become inconvenient. Besides, Ernest didn't want to disrupt their lives either."We'll be heading to Fredonia soon, so even though we have filming to do, we wanted t
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So what if the cameras were still recording?"Was my son's life not as valuable as your son's?"If he had grasped this earlier, recent events might not have unfolded. Jade had a point.The live chat fell silent. Though they lacked the full backstory, they could deduce what had transpired in the past.[I heard Rickard lost his parents when he was a child. I feel sorry for him.][His parents died because of that incident. It's no surprise if he harbors resentment.][Truthfully, this old man has no shame. If my child were responsible for another child's death, I'd beg for forgiveness.]Everything unfolding before their eyes was purely coincidental, and no one had control over the situation. They could only watch and terminate the livestream immediately if anything escalated.Fortunately, Jade received a stern talking-to and refrained from discussing the matter further, but Mrs. Summers did not fare as well. Hesper and the others bore witness to her irrational behavior.[This is e
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"We've known each other for years, Ernest. I saved your life once, and now your descendants want to take my son's life!"As they approached, Jade Summers was angrily berating Ernest before him. Hesper's countenance immediately turned frosty as she walked over to Ernest."You should conduct yourself more appropriately, Mr. Summers Sr."Jade was taken aback to see Hesper, but he composed himself, took a deep breath, and fixed her with a hatred-filled gaze."If it weren't for you, none of this would have happened. You're just a woman. Since when do you get a say in the Duval family matters?"In the 21st century, people were all for equality. Besides, Hesper was no ordinary or unintelligent woman. Naturally, she had a voice in these matters.The viewers were inundated with comments when they heard Jade's words, and the live chat exploded.[Who is this guy? He looks old but lacks respect.][What's the argument about?][I sense some drama.]Rickard walked over. Jade had thought he
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[Didn't Hesper mention that Mr. Duval Sr. took care of her? Maybe she did grow up well.][I'm certain she did. Hesper doesn't strike me as someone who would tolerate mistreatment.]Hesper and Rickard were under constant surveillance throughout the journey, and they hadn't allowed Benji to accompany them. Rickard was behind the wheel, with Hesper in the passenger seat.During the drive, they remained silent, but to observers, it appeared as though they were in harmony.Upon arriving at the ancestral mansion, Hesper noticed other cars parked around and cast a curious glance at Rickard. Visitors to Ernest's home were a rarity."Sir, Ma'am, you're back," a young housekeeper greeted them. It was the same person who had assisted Wendy earlier, but they couldn't recall her name. Nevertheless, Hesper had faith in her.Noticing the housekeeper's troubled demeanor, Hesper deduced that the guest inside was likely unwelcome. However, she couldn't fathom who would disrupt Ernest's life. Given
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Rickard noticed something in Hesper's expression, prompting him to ask, "Is there something else you haven't told me?"Being intimately familiar with each other wasn't always without its challenges. Hesper could never conceal anything from him.She sighed and replied, "It's nothing. Just that Pennleigh will also be on the list."Rickard fell silent.Hesper was aware that sometimes Rickard might not appear bothered, but Pennleigh's presence did bother him.Observing Hesper's awkward expression, Rickard lowered his gaze and suddenly took on a pitiful appearance, like a big dog caught in the rain.Yet, she knew he was merely putting on an act. Still, every time she saw him like that, she couldn't help but miss the Rickard who didn't engage in such playful antics. His character had undergone a change.Hesper found it amusing but didn't quite know how to express it. She sighed and added, "It's a fantastic opportunity. I know you'll let me go, right?"Rickard had no intention of inte
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"Sullivan lied to her. He had her parents quietly killed. She found out after she turned her back on you."Benji lowered his gaze. "She was already dead when you came back. It was suicide."The conclusion lacked the weight necessary for such a betrayal. Hesper shut her eyes. The person she had trusted most was Renee. They had shared countless years together.Hesper acknowledged that their bond might not have been a genuine friendship. Renee had abandoned her when given the choice.However, Hesper had faced such situations before.Thankfully, there had been someone who had placed her first in their heart, reassuring her that she wasn't always relegated to being an option. Hesper stood in silence for a while before simply nodding.There was nothing she could do to aid Renee now. Renee had entered and departed alone, leaving no trace behind with Hesper.When the topic was broached, it weighed heavily on her heart. Hesper understood the situation but found herself at a loss for word
