Carol moved at such a speed that the others thought that Audrey would be hit without a doubt. However, Catherine, who was standing behind Audrey, suddenly made her move. No one noticed how she did it. She dragged Audrey away with one hand and grasped Carol's hand to fling it away hard.Carol lost her footing and fell to the ground.Audrey gaped at the scene. She could not help screaming in her heart. "Oh my gosh! Catherine is an alpha girl! She's so cool and domineering! All hail Kathy! I love you!"Sheryl hurried forward and helped her mother up before glowering at Catherine and Audrey. She said with resentment. "How dare you attack my mother? Do you wish to die?"Carol stood up slowly. Her face was gloomy, and there was killing intent in her angry eyes. She screamed, "You got the nerve to push me! Even your father, Korbin Swann, would not dare to lay a finger on me if he was here. You two chicks attacked me! Our family would be shamed if I don't get even with you!"Audrey was
Following the voice, the people present turned their heads and saw a tall and handsome young man walking towards them with several executives in tow.They all gasped to see him.The man had a breathtakingly gorgeous face.Catherine frowned at Braden's alluring face. His features were refined and well-curved, and the corners of his eyes were slightly up. He had such an eye-catching appearance.What enhanced his charm was the aristocratic nature he was born with. He was young, but there was no air of impetuousness about him. He was distant and aloof, and people could not resist being in awe of him.Josh was also taken aback when he saw Branden. He knew who Branden was, of course, the one in the power of the Duncan Corporation and the heir to the Duncan empire.Josh took a step forward and faced Branden with respect. The smile on his face turned to one of flattery as he said, "Mr. Duncan, what a coincidence! What brings you here today?"Branden stepped toward Catherine, and a trace
Audrey suddenly realized that Catherine had been refusing to respond as she was standing up for her.Audrey nodded repeatedly and said, "I'm sure. She had apologized to us, and I think that's enough.""Okay, it is up to you," Catherine said coolly and flung Branden a look.Without Branden asking, Paxton arranged for the security guards who were guarding the shop door to part.Josh said to Catherine with gratitude, "Thank you, Miss Swann, for forgiving us. Let us know if you need our family to do anything for you. We are leaving now. Sorry to bother you today."With that, he pulled his wife and daughter away hastily.He seemed deeply afraid that he and his family would not be able to leave if he delayed for just one more second.Catherine looked at their retreating backs, and a glint flashed across her eyes.It was a cutthroat world, and the weak would be eaten. Only men with power could overrule everything.The only way not to be bullied was to stand at the top.The Burtons a
Before Branden talked about the barbecue, Catherine felt nothing. Now that he brought it up, she realized she was rather hungry.She did not consent immediately but looked playfully at Branden and said sarcastically, "I thought you could not eat such heavy food."Branden took half a step forward and leaned closer to Catherine.They were so close to each other.On Branden's handsome face was a slightly mischievous and charming grin. His voice was low and magnetic as he spoke. "Kathy, are you showing concern for me?"The warm breath gently caressed the back of Catherine's ears, which were her sensitive spot. It instantly brought bursts of tingling sensation to her, and her heart skipped a beat.This man was damn seductive!Audrey was walking out of the shop and wanted to ask Catherine to come in when she saw Catherine and Branden standing so close to one another. Afraid that she would scream out loud, Audrey hurriedly covered her mouth with her hands. She wondered if Catherine a
Audrey did not go far. She just sat by the fountain outside the shopping mall, so it did not take long for Catherine to catch up with her.Catherine approached Audrey, and that was it. She had never dealt with such things and had no idea how to comfort Audrey.If it were someone else, Catherine would not bother caring. She turned to look at Branden, wondering if he could come up with an idea.Branden could help her with many things, but his hands were tied too in this aspect.However, Branden could not bear to look at Catherine's frowning face. He had no such experiences, but someone else had.Therefore, the three who were supposed to go to the barbecue restaurant ended up in a newly opened bar in Casier.They went there because of Triston.Triston hit it off right away with Audrey. He held Audrey's hand and had a great talk with her.Catherine crossed her arms before her chest and stared at Branden near her doubtfully. She muttered, "Will it work?"Branden mulled it over and
Audrey had changed since that day, saying that she wanted to concentrate on her career and had not bothered Catherine ever after.Catherine felt relieved at first. After all, Audrey was a clingy sister. But as days passed, Catherine started to feel her life dull.Bryan was surprised that Catherine did not sleep on the desk today.After what had happened last time, their teachers would not prohibit Catherine from sleeping.Even though she slept every day, Catherine still got the highest scores in their grade. She was way more intelligent than those teachers, and they had nothing to teach her anymore, so they let her be.Bryan thought it unusual that Catherine did not doze. He observed Catherine and saw the eyebrows on her beautiful face slightly furrowed. Something must have happened.Catherine was not in the mood!After thinking it through, Bryan made a decision."Boss, my birthday is on this weekend. I'll hold a birthday party at home. Do I have the honor to have you at my par
The Swanns had a special license plate that was easily remembered. When the car stopped, Bryan hurried forward to it.The other guests were envious of the Swanns since Bryan welcomed them in person.Bryan pulled the door open, and Liana put on her best smile to make an entrance.Bryan's face darkened immediately. His brows were furrowed, and his tone sounded distressed."Why are you here?"Liana went out of the car slowly under the envious gazes of the other guests. She looked at Bryan arrogantly and said, "Why couldn't it be me? Thank you for welcoming me personally. I'm honored to be at your birthday party."Bryan glared at her and snapped, "You wish! I'm not here for you."After hearing Bryan's harsh words, the guests around looked at Liana differently.The crowd began to whisper."I thought the person Bryan wanted to welcome was Liana, and I was jealous just now.""That's an egg on Liana's face. Queen Liana got her just deserts.""Queen Liana? Does anyone still call he
Bryan had no particular feelings for Liana at the beginning. Or, to put it more accurately, he had the same indifferent attitude toward all the girls in Class 8.The reason why he hated Liana eventually was because Liana did not show respect to Catherine.Catherine was Bryan's idol. Naturally, he disliked everyone who disrespected Catherine.But Bryan had to admit that Liana's gift got inside his head. He loved it.Any game developed by Storm was popular globally.Before this new game officially went online, its trailer had already attracted a lot of eager players raring to try it out.Storm had just begun to recruit trial players. The candidates they were looking for must be capable instead of those who spent only a lot on the in-game accessories.The candidates must rank top three in their country to get the chance to try the demo.Liana got her hands on the game card even before the top players tried it, which showed how precious it was.Bryan took it and thanked Liana sinc