Catherine was still playing a game online with Ronin and a few others when she got the news.She threw down the gamepad and rushed to the hospital as soon as possible.Outside the operating room, Audrey, Liana, and Rachael had already arrived. They all stood at the door of the operating room with a solemn expression.Catherine walked from the intersection toward the depths of the corridor. Her pace was slow. She looked so calm that one could not tell what mood she was in.Her footsteps echoed, and everyone turned around.Seeing Catherine appear, Rachael's eyes were immediately filled with anger.She sprinted forward and rushed toward Catherine.Audrey's movements were faster. She stepped in front of Catherine quickly, separating Catherine and Rachael.Seeing Audrey in front of Catherine, Rachael stopped in her tracks.She looked at Audrey with a fierce look in her eyes and snarled, "You're still defending Catherine. If it weren't for her, how could your Dad be lying inside the
Catherine contacted Ronin after she left the hospital. They got together again for dinner.However, this time, Catherine did not choose to have a barbecue.Influenced by Branden, she had been enjoying some lighter-flavored dishes lately. They chose light dishes today.Ronin shaved the bones of the chicken legs and placed them on Catherine's plate. Bryan, who was sitting next to him, did not want to be outdone. He poured a cup of iced cola and handed it to Catherine.But they all tacitly agreed not to mention the matter of the Swanns the whole time. They all knew that Catherine did not like to hear about these things, so no one dared to mention it.Seeing that Catherine had a good appetite today, Ronin served her some soup. He took the opportunity to ask, "Catherine, if we go to Loxton to study, won't you and Mr. Duncan be separated?"Catherine picked up the soup and took a sip. After that, she put the soup down slowly before responding to Ronin lazily."That's not true. The Dunc
Rachael was furious the moment the demand note of her husband's medical bill was thrown in her face.She did not expect that there would be a day in her lifetime when she was called for debt.Originally, she had planned to hire two full-time caregivers to watch over her husband 24 hours a day. This way, both she and her daughter could rest without being bothered.However, she never expected to receive a demand note from the nurse after she arrived at the hospital.Staring at the amount owed, Rachael's brow furrowed."Are you guys mistaken? How could we possibly be in arrears?"The nurse was with a cold face and a somewhat aloof attitude.She said to Rachael, "The demand note is clearly stated. Your pre-paid fees were used up yesterday. Please pay the fees as soon as possible so as not to delay the treatment!"After saying that, the nurse left the ward without looking back.Rachael rubbed the demand note in her hand into a ball angrily and cursed in a low voice, "Damn it. Don't
When Catherine received a message from Kim, she couldn't help but burst into laughter.Her sister was actually making progress.Branden happened to witness this scene when he came out.Seeing her rare smile, he asked, "What's making you so happy?"Catherine raised her phone and waved it at him. "Rachael tried to borrow money from Audrey and got rejected."Understanding her meaning, Branden smirked."Under your guidance, she is showing good judgment."Catherine gave him a disdainful glance.Afterward, she called the hospital.Korbin could use any medication he needed.However, he must pay for the non-essential expenses.It wasn't that Catherine placed great importance on this matter. She considered it helping Audrey.Once Catherine was done, Branden sat beside her and reached out to lift her up."I heard you're starting college early this year. Shall I take you to Loxton next month?"The meteorological department announced that this year's peak temperatures would arrive ea
Rachael couldn't get any money from Audrey, and Audrey's phone was always busy.Rachael had to go to Liana to ask her to figure out a way to get the money."Liana, don't you still have the fund your grandpa left you? Take some out!" Rachael urged.Liana's face immediately darkened after she heard this.She didn't have much in her savings, and she needed that money for her future tuition and living expenses.How could she take it out when she couldn't even cover her own needs?However, Rachael could casually buy a handbag worth the price of a whole house. Liana wondered why Rachael didn't use that to help her father.Since Audrey didn't want to pay the money, Liana decided to take some extreme measures."Mom, Audrey wants to be a star, right? Since she's not willing to pay, we can expose her for not supporting her parents and see how she fares in the industry!"Rachael looked at her daughter in astonishment. She never expected Liana to have such a thought."Liana, you can't do
In the blink of an eye, it was the first day of school.Audrey had taken a leave from her acting job early in the morning and had Kim arrange the schedule for her. She planned to accompany Catherine to Styre University in Loxton.Ever since she knew that Catherine had been accepted to Styre University, Audrey couldn't stop smiling.On the way, she kept talking to Catherine."Kathy, among our generation, you're the smartest and the most talented in academics. If Grandpa knew you got into Styre University, he'd be so thrilled!"Catherine sat calmly and didn't say a word.She thought inwardly, "Will Grandpa be happy just because I get into Styre University?"When she was seven and got into college, her grandfather had only given her a gift and didn't seem overly excited.Instead, he boasted about the Swanns' superior genes and claimed it was expected.Back then, the young Catherine was full of defiance. She enjoyed challenging Vicente. So, she immediately fired back.She asked V
It wasn't until the moment they got off the plane that Audrey dared to approach."Kathy, I've booked a hotel. Shall we go together?"Catherine was starting school tomorrow. Audrey knew Catherine didn't like waking up early, so she had come a day early to accompany Catherine and booked a hotel to stay for the day, which was quite considerate.Catherine glanced at the man beside her and thought he might also have plans.Sure enough, when Catherine looked over, Branden revealed his plans."Let's stay at my place!"Catherine didn't object. For her, it didn't matter where she stayed. The main thing was to consider Audrey's preferences."Stay at your place?" Audrey looked at Branden with surprise. "Mr. Duncan, have you bought a house in Loxton?"Kim, who was standing nearby, wished he could dig a hole and bury the somewhat clueless Audrey.Branden was the heir of the Duncans and the Duncan Corporation. If he didn't have a house in Loxton, it would be unusual."Yes," Branden replied
After yesterday's interrogation, Catherine received a substantial sum from Branden. She called it hush money.The next day, Catherine felt significantly better both physically and mentally.Audrey was now a rising star in the entertainment industry. She had a large following of fans.If she accompanied Catherine to school today, it would surely attract attention, potentially leading to unwanted trouble.Considering her unique status, Audrey decided to have Branden accompany Catherine for the enrollment at Styre University.Styre University admitted only a limited number of students each year, unlike other schools.Usually, it wouldn't exceed 200 students, which was even fewer than the students in a typical department at a regular university.That was why getting into Styre University was such a prestigious achievement, as rare things were often considered valuable.Thousands of students took the entrance exams yearly, but only a handful could make it to Styre University.Altho