Maverick twisted the doorknob and opened the door to his office; his expression deadpanned. Suddenly, his expression switched to gloom, and a freezing aura began to exude from him. Regardless, Maverick stepped into his office. Upon hearing the sound of an opened door, Tatiana sprang up from the sofa she was sitting on. She was dressed in a white gown that fell on her knees, and her long hair fell past her shoulder. Her face seemed to have minimal or no makeup, making her look so innocent and enchanting. A sweet smile appeared on her face, and she raised Valencia’s book. “Maverick, I went through the script; I love it so much. Can I act in it?” Tatiana inquired in a nervous tone. She clenched the book tightly, and her breath unconsciously hitched as if she were afraid that Maverick would coldly reject her. Maverick’s eyes landed on Tatiana’s hand, which clenched Valencia’s book, and his brows knitted. He strode towards Tatiana and snatched the book. Indifferently, he beg
A soft symphony played by a famous orchestra band drifted in the Carter family's luxurious mansion. A joyful ambiance, happy laughter, and chattering pervaded the whole mansion. Different flowers ranging from roses, daisies, etc. were neatly arranged, highlighting the mansion’s artistic luxury and beauty—making one's eyes linger, and its scent softly teasing one's nose. Top prominent people held glasses of expensive alcohol and interacted with each other clearly to build more connections and familiarity and get investments. Mr. Carter and Amabella held each other's hands carefully. The couple wore a matching set of deep blue, happy smiles plastered on their faces. With a warm smile on their faces, they made their way to the guest and interacted with the guests one after the other. The sudden opening of the door attracted the guest’s attention, causing everyone to turn to the door. Lessie was dressed in a bronzed-gold one-shoulder ball gown with floral drape details an
'Mr. Carter is so lucky. His daughter fawned and cared about his health so much. How Lucky! My good-for-nothing children only cause trouble all day. Not only is Lessie a successful and popular actress, but she also knows how to care for her parents. Her husband and his family will be very lucky. Can you take a look at my foolish son? Do you think he's very outstanding? I want to introduce him to Lessie. Hmph!Don't even think about it. Lessie is such a heartthrob and one of the most beautiful ladies in the country. It's your son's fortune to be able to carry Lessie's shoes!' Upon hearing the various discussions in the mansion, Mr. Carter's face crinkled in a wide and proud smile. Suddenly, Lessie's eyes pooled with tears, and her lips quivered pitifully. She grabbed Mr. Carter's hands anxiously and lowered her head sadly. “I wonder how younger sister Valencia is. Although she had caused trouble in the past, the family missed her so much. We have been searching for her all to
Upon hearing Lessie's words, Valencia pressed her lips together and nodded her head in understanding. Suddenly, she curved her lips and let out a peal of laughter as if she had just heard the most shocking joke. Valencia's eyes turned cold, and her brows arched coldly. “Miss me? It's appropriate to say you seem glad that I left. None of you reached out to me, and Dad didn't hesitate to block my bank card less than a week after I left. If you have called my number, you'll certainly be able to reach me. And you mention missing me… I'd rather believe pigs can fly.” Valencia smirked and let out an amused chortle. Valencia paused and raised her chin; her cold and contemptuous glance landed on the green-faced Lessie immediately. “It's quite shocking to hear that from someone who is planning to use my novel to create an award-winning drama and whose mother stole my mom's design to open a fashion line without permission… and wedding anniversary?” Valencia scoffed coldly. “What a joke! I
Lessie’s hand balled into a fist, her chest heaved, and she gnashed her teeth together, her body trembling with fury and hatred. A few minutes ago, Lessie was being praised and raised to the cloud. However, after Valencia stepped into the hall, and with just a few words from Valencia, Lessie's clean and pure reputation was thrown into the mud, and the whole Carter family was now being bashed and detested. Originally, Lessie had invited reporters to the wedding anniversary; she even made a livestream to spread her considerateness, pureness, and filial piety. However, with Valencia’s words, all her actions had gone down the drain, and it felt as if she had shot herself in the feet instead. Now, Lessie was afraid to go on social media due to the netizens. She knew bad words about her would be circulating online, and she'd be receiving endless bashing. Lessie ground her teeth together. Why is this bitch back? Originally, Lessie already planned to put in extreme work and be
Maverick leaned back against the couch and played with his pen, his eyes glazed and his expression blank. "As the writer, the only way the script will be credited as yours is if you are involved with the movie or else forget it.” Maverick shamelessly stated Valencia’s face flushed red, veins pulsed on her neck, and her body shook in indignation. What does Maverick mean she has to be presented? It wasn’t as if she was the one who wanted to act, nor was she the director. She gnashed her teeth together. This bastard! He had never changed. He's always wanting things to go according to his flow. He's really a jerk Suddenly, Corbyn extended his hands and collected the phone from Valencia. He tucked his phone into his pocket and pronounced, “This is between us. Valencia is innocent; don’t add Valencia to...” Maverick’s brows arched, and his whole person became detached, his expression enigmatic. He rebutted in a steady and calm voice, “Mr. Corbyn, are you mistaken? The Cirillo and t
Valencia placed her hands by her side and leisurely made her way toward Fleet’s study. As soon as Valencia arrived at Fleet’s study, a guard respectfully bowed to Valencia before asking for entry permission. Instantly, Fleet gave Valencia permission to step into the study. Immediately, the guard carefully opened the door and stretched his hand, motioning for Valencia to step into the study. “Thank you,” Valencia nodded and appreciated before stepping into the study. On one of the low-key, luxurious, and quality sofas in Fleet’s study, Fleet and Raven cuddled each other while reading a nonfiction book. Upon seeing Valencia make her way in, they raised their heads, smiled at Valencia, and pointed at the sofa opposite them, motioning for Valencia to sit down. “Mom. Dad.” Valencia gently greeted and made her way toward the opposite sofa before carefully sitting on the sofa. Valencia leaned forward and carefully explained everything that happened in the Carter family
“Young Master Corbyn, I’m sorry, under our boss' order, you can only walk up to here. Only Young Miss Valencia could make her way into the boss's office.” Assistant Cliff intoned while bowing to Valencia and Corbyn politely. Corbyn’s expression changed immediately. He knew that Bastard would come up with tricks, but he didn't expect that Maverick Bastard would come up with such silly and childish tricks to stop Corbyn. Right now, Corbyn is in Maverick’s territory, which means that Corbyn can only be careful after all; any hidden danger can pop up. Moreover, taking any rash actions in Maverick and the Vandeberg territory means Corbyn was declaring war on the Maverick and the Vandenberg family. That they both know Maverick had always looked down on tricks; when did he start? Yet Corbyn can’t help thinking that Maverick’s actions were indeed troublesome. Corbyn didn’t want to take any rash actions, nor did he want the woman to be with Maverick alone. Maverick, that bastar
The doctor bowed to Valencia and the Cirillo family as soon as he completed his report. The Cirillo family already expected the doctor's report because it was just like during the quadruplet's pregnancy. Valencia's health always turns frail whenever she's pregnant. Due to that, she will always have a meal and nutrition timetable curved for her; she'll have to lessen her work and take more rest, etc. and it was just as the doctor said after checking Valencia up “This means Valencia has to stop visiting that damn filming location.” Aviva immediately expressed as soon as the doctor left. Aviva parted her chest and smiled sweetly. “I really didn't want Valencia to hang around that...” damn Maverick… Before Aviva could complete her words, she immediately recalled the presence of the smartass quadruplet, which put a stop to her words. Aviva was afraid that if she wasn't careful, she might mistakenly let out some words to the quadruplet. And since the quadruplet are very smart. T
“Valencia, I already got it. I already bought it.” Aviva grabbed Valencia's hand as soon as Valencia stepped out of the car and enthusiastically spoke in a hushed voice that couldn't be heard by anyone except for the both of them. Upon seeing the two women acting unusually again, Corbyn simply arched his brows and strode into the mansion while making a call. Upon hearing Tatiana's words, Valencia's calm façade broke, and her body unconsciously straightened; her body became tense. The result of the pregnancy test will spell her fate. Soon, she'll discover if she had gotten pregnant for Maverick or not. Valencia's hand fell on her stomach. What if Valencia already got pregnant? What will she do this time? Immediately, the recollection of Maverick accompanying Tatiana early in the morning flashed through her mind. Valencia's mood immediately became calm, and she hissed, her lips puckering to form a sulk. Yet she obediently followed Aviva into the room. Upon seeing Vale
Roman suddenly raised the box of lunch in his hands, his lips pressed together in a thin line. His eyes fell on Valencia, and he spoke, “Even with that wounded hand, you made this box… Thanks.” Valencia made a face and puckered her lips in unhappiness. Who wanted to make this for him? If he didn’t threaten her, she wouldn't. “It’s not for you…” Roman calmly interrupted, his eyes not falling on Valencia even for once. “Yes, I know. It’s to buy back yourself, isn’t it?” He retorted. Valencia suddenly stopped and turned to Roman calmly. Sue emitted in a serious voice, “I can’t do this anymore. Mr. Roman should think of what you want as payback.” Valencia expressed, and without waiting for Roman to complete his words, she turned to leave. If she discovered that she was pregnant, she would have to stop this because her baby’s health would be her utmost priority. Not to mention that she is very wary of Roman, and she finds him very suspicious! He can even notice Corbyn and Valenci
Aviva bit her lower lip and blinked her eyes anxiously. She grabbed Valencia by the hand and parted her lips, “Um…” “Um, nothing.” Valencia quickly interjected, raised her hands, and used them to cover Aviva’s lips before Aviva could let out her words. Valencia quickly pulled Aviva to the side, placed her hands on her hips, and gave Aviva a stern gaze. She whispered next to her ear. “It’s not known whether I’m carrying a baby or not. I haven’t felt anything since that time. Why are you so anxious? Being like this will rat us out? We can’t let anyone know yet.” She expressed sternly and seriously in a breath. Upon hearing Valencia’s stem word, Aviva blinked her eyes, and her back unconsciously straightened. She puckered her lips and stared at Valencia in grievance. "I understand, but I’m just worried about little...” Before Aviva could complete her words, Valencia facepalmed herself and stared at the sky as if she were done. Ever since Valencia retched in Aviva’s presence,
“Mom, what are you cooking?” Hudson's eyes widened curiously, and his cheeks bulged with every bite of the chocolate in his hands. He kept trying to tiptoe and stretch his neck to see what was cooking, but due to his small frame, he failed woefully. Upon seeing the chocolate in Hudson's hand, Valencia's expression changed and slowly turned stern. It’s early in the morning, yet her little baby is already eating chocolate. Not to mention that they snack-binged last night. Immediately, Valencia placed her hands on her waist and pointed at Hudson… “Mom. I already drank a bitter herbal drink. Mom, shouldn't worry about my teeth. Quadruplet is smart, and quadruplet won't make Mom worry at all.” Hudson confessed confidently, interjecting Valencia's words as if he already knew what Valencia planned to say. Upon hearing Hudson's words, Valencia smacked her lips together. She extended her hands and pulled his cheeks playfully. “Smart mouth.” He already gave answers to her questions bef
“Mom, what are you cooking?” Hudson's eyes widened curiously, and his cheeks bulged with every bite of the chocolate in his hands. He kept trying to tiptoe and stretch his neck to see what was cooking, but due to his small frame, he failed woefully. Upon seeing the chocolate in Hudson's hand, Valencia's expression changed and slowly turned stern. It’s early in the morning, yet her little baby is already eating chocolate. Not to mention that they snack-binged last night. Immediately, Valencia placed her hands on her waist and pointed at Hudson… “Mom. I already drank a bitter herbal drink. Mom, shouldn't worry about my teeth. Quadruplet is smart, and quadruplet won't make Mom worry at all.” Hudson confessed confidently, interjecting Valencia's words as if he already knew what Valencia planned to say. Upon hearing Hudson's words, Valencia smacked her lips together. She extended her hands and pulled his cheeks playfully. “Smart mouth.” He already gave answers to her questions bef
Valencia’s brows furrowed, completely stunned by how everything ensued. Corbyn came here to make Tatiana show up, didn’t he? Then why did the mention of that person make the whole ambiance change? And why did Corbyn mention that they should leave? Who is that person? The more Valencia thinks like this, the more curious she becomes. “Big brother Corbyn. Who? Who is that person? What’s going on?” Valencia asked Corbyn in curiosity as soon as they entered the car. Suddenly, Valencia’s heart skipped a beat. Is Maverick in danger? Did that person pose a threat to Maverick and Corbyn? or else why did they become solemn? The more Valencia thinks, the more worry that courses through her. Corbyn’s eyes flickered, but in the next second, his eyes regained their calm, giving one the illusion that it was just one thinking. His glazed eyes fell on the woman. “Valencia.” Upon seeing Corbyn’s meaningful expression, Valencia realized a thing. There’s a high likelihood that this matter
“Eh. Corbyn, you are here.” Valencia paused arranging her things into her bag and straightened her back; her eyes flashed with bewilderment. She didn’t expect that Corbyn would also come to pick her up today… Talking of picking up, ever since Maverick and Tatiana left earlier, they didn’t return! The couples are truly dramatic and overreacting. Let’s say Tatiana was indeed pushed by Valencia. It’s just a simple push without any bruising or anything serious; is that worthy enough for her to go to the hospital? So dramatic! That’s why they are perfectly made for each other… “What’s wrong with your hand?” Corbyn suddenly grabbed Valencia’s hand and asked in concern, his voice very cold and his expression cold and solemn. Upon seeing Corbyn like this, a trail of shivers coursed down Valencia’s spine. She tried to wave her hand with a nonchalant smile and responded with a lie, “It’s nothing serious. The doctor dramatically wrapped…” Before Valencia could complete her
Valencia's shoulder fell, and she downcastly dragged her feet toward the filming location, her expression very pitiful. That damn maverick! She should never have left him to do the cast picking. Even if Maverick isn’t behind the cast's choosing, Valencia doesn’t care at all. Rather, all she felt was that it was all Maverick's fault! In the same movie, there’s Tatiana, there’s Lessie, there’s Gillian, and finally Roman. It can be said that that bastard truly wanted to kill her. How can she be surrounded by people like this in her own movie? Sigh. Sigh. Maverick, that person is truly an infuriating bastard! Upon recalling the past, Valencia’s shoulder fell, and she puffed her cheeks. Back when Valencia was chasing Maverick, there was nothing she wouldn't do! A few days before Maverick's birthday, Valencia saw an expensive luxury black tie that she believed would look good on Maverick. Maverick had always put on a monotone outfit, and he couldn't do without a dark suit