Chris continued to scrutinize Krista, his gaze unwavering. Krista found herself with nothing left to lose, and she still had control over the Baydem Group. She was prepared to gamble it all if the need arose. She understood that showing compassion to the Albert family was not in her best interest. With resolve, Krista rose from her seat under Chris's intense gaze. "Just think it over, but don't let your father find out. He's unhinged."If Franco discovered her plan to transfer the Baydem Group to Kathryn, it could prompt him to take drastic action to prevent it.Krista knew she had to wait until everything was securely transferred to Kathryn. Once that was done, it would be difficult to change the situation.She had just stood up when Kathryn hurried into the office from the lounge, announcing, "I need to go out now."Chris frowned as he watched Kathryn's hurried actions. "Where are you going?"Krista, who had intended to leave, halted in her tracks. She turned her attentio
"Chris inquired, Is everything arranged for Kathryn?"Tara responded, "Yes. The driver is ready for Mrs. Albert. I've also arranged for two bodyguards to accompany her.""Good. Come in for a moment.""Alright."Chris ended the call and lightly kneaded his forehead.There was an unshakable sense that Krista's request, though seemingly rational on the surface, took on an increasingly odd quality the more he pondered it. He found it difficult to ignore.…As Krista exited the Albert Group, she spotted two bodyguards accompanying Kathryn as she got into the car.The wind tousled Kathryn's hair, revealing a birthmark on the back of her neck.Krista's heart skipped a beat. She was her daughter.A profound ache gripped Krista's heart. Only after Kathryn had departed did Krista find the strength to approach her own car, her body trembling with emotion....Kathryn arrived at Skyline Group near the end of the workday.Wendy, Maxwell, and Patrick were causing a scene at the entrance
Wendy was determined not to be on the losing end this time, and Tally couldn't tolerate her behavior any longer. Both of them engaged in a fierce fight, and it wasn't until several people decided to step forward and separate them that they finally stopped.The corner of Wendy's mouth was bleeding. She glared at Tally fiercely. "You bitch! Who are you to meddle in our family affairs?""I'll always step in, no matter the circumstances. People like you just rub me the wrong way," Tally asserted resolutely, refusing to yield to Wendy's behavior.Wendy had been relentlessly harassing and troubling Kathryn for quite some time. Tally's inability to tolerate her behavior was only natural.On top of that, Kathryn was a friend she treasured. She wouldn't allow anyone to mess with her.Even though there were many people around, Wendy showed no fear and immediately engaged in a quarrel with Tally. "I don't care if a bitch like you can tolerate my behavior or not!" Wendy retorted. "Mind
Chris had even arranged for two bodyguards and a driver to accompany her. Tally had nothing to worry about."Alright, I'll go to the hospital now." Tally could feel the burning pain from the scratches Wendy had inflicted. Markus immediately took Tally to the hospital.There weren't many people left. Kathryn looked at Wendy coldly and said, "Let's go.""Where are we going?""Do you want to discuss this here?" Kathryn's tone grew colder.Wendy had humiliated Jessica by causing a scene at her workplace today, and Kathryn was seething with anger at the thought of it. She wouldn't agree to a discussion here, even if Wendy wanted one.Kathryn then led them to a nearby restaurant for their conversation. A car was parked not far from them. Krista donned her sunglasses when she saw Kathryn leaving Skyline Group. She instructed her driver, "Let's go."The driver nodded and started driving.Kathryn ordered a few dishes at the restaurant. Wendy, Patrick, and Maxwell devoured the fo
Five minutes had passed, and Maxwell still had no idea how to broach the subject of the DNA test report with Wendy. He was too taken aback by the revelation. Despite his long-standing dislike for Kathryn, he had always regarded her as his sister. Besides, there was also Jessica, with whom he had lived together. Wendy smacked Maxwell at the back of his head and snapped, "Well, say something! What is this?"Wendy had become curious about the documents upon seeing Maxwell's reaction. She wondered if Kathryn intended to sue her or send her to jail. Her face fell at the thought, as it seemed like something Kathryn might do.Maxwell was jolted back to the present and turned toward Wendy, his body trembling. "Mom, Kathryn isn't your daughter?""What?""Jessica's not your daughter too?"Wendy was rendered speechless, her long face frozen in shock. Her complexion turned pale in an instant.Maxwell could infer the answer from Wendy's reaction. His voice trembled as he asked, "Both Je
Kathryn couldn't fathom how Wendy dared to demand gratitude for raising them at this point."I don't see a reason why we should.""No matter how insufferable I may be, I still managed to get you into college. Look at your neighbors. Most of them didn't even finish junior high school.""College? I don't think that had anything to do with you."Jessica had received financial aid from a benevolent individual to attend college. Kathryn, on the other hand, had relied on her grandmother. Her grandmother had worked diligently to raise her and save money for her tuition fees."Even if I didn't raise you, I never let you starve. Are you trying to be ungrateful now? God will never forgive you."Despite Wendy's tough façade, she was plagued by guilt deep down. She couldn't believe that Jessica and Kathryn had unearthed the truth after all these years.Wendy wondered what else they knew. She assumed they were unaware of anything beyond the fact that they weren't her biological daughters,
Wendy didn't say a word.Kathryn sneered, "I don't care what you think. From now on, we have no relationship whatsoever. Even if you decide to sue us, you won't win the lawsuit."If Wendy hadn't had her own children, Jessica and Kathryn might have felt a duty to look after her. However, she did have a child—Maxwell.Besides, Wendy had mistreated them throughout their upbringing. If she decided to sue them, there would be no evidence in her favor if an investigation were conducted in Everburns Highlands.Furthermore, given her unfavorable reputation, nobody in the area was inclined to support Wendy.Wendy seethed with fury, feeling a pain in her chest as she realized she was coming out on the losing end. She might have treated them differently if she had known how successful Jessica and Kathryn would become. She wouldn't have given them any opportunity to gain the upper hand.She had no idea that Jessica and Kathryn would be so successful. They were even more successful than Max
"W-Who are you?" Wendy inquired anxiously, repeatedly casting glances at the MPV behind the man.The man responded with deference, "My employer would like to meet with you. Please step into the vehicle." Wendy, Patrick, and Maxwell hurriedly entered the vehicle, thinking someone wealthy wanted to meet them. They didn't even bother to ask for the person's name. Contrary to their expectations, the car didn't take them to an opulent estate. Instead, it proceeded to a remote and isolated location. The vehicle finally came to a halt at an exceedingly secluded spot, where a couple of men in suits disembarked."Why have you brought us here?" It was then that Wendy sensed something was amiss, but it was already too late.The men dragged them out of the car and brutally beat them up. Wendy, Patrick, and Maxwell cried out in pain as they were beaten. Their cries were so agonizing that nearby birds took flight, startled by the commotion.Meanwhile, Krista sat menacingly in a car not