Third Person's POV"Take a look, see if there's anything you like to eat," Theodore said, gently handing the exquisite menu to Vanya, his eyes holding a trace of imperceptible anticipation and concern.Vanya casually flipped through the menu, her eyes scanning the dishes listed. "I'll have everything Derrick mentioned!"Upon hearing this, Theodore pursed his lips, revealing a faint smile.He felt a sense of relief that Derrick's recommendations met her approval and a touch of pride in his comprehensive arrangements.Sitting nearby, Derrick blurted out without hesitation, "I told you, Theodore's choices are definitely spot on! Those are all your favorite dishes, Ms. Dalton!"Derrick was filled with satisfaction for his arrangements, thinking he made Vanya satisfied this time.Vanya looked at Theodore with puzzlement, wondering how he knew her preferences so well.Yet, Theodore seemed to have no intention of explaining. He just sat there. Actu
Melinda's POVI noticed a slight frown on Cliff's brow after Mr. Stephen finished speaking.To be honest, upon hearing the news, my mood plummeted into an icy abyss.I was deeply unsettled, but I forced myself to remain composed and said, "Mr. Stephen, you must be joking, right?"In my heart, I was worried whether the increase in the value of this land would make Vanya's position in Cliff's heart even more secure, and whether my relationship with Cliff would be impacted even more.I have always regarded Vanya as my competitor, and this news was undoubtedly a bucket of cold water on me."How could I be joking? This is all serious! What? Alpha Cliff, haven't you heard the news?"Mr. Stephen looked at Cliff with a puzzled face, his eyes carrying a hint of inquiry.When I heard this news, my heart was instantly in turmoil.This was great news for the real estate industry. Such planning changes meant huge benefits and opportunities, and others
Melinda's POVI followed the direction Vanya had left earlier.After walking for a short while, I heard the voice of some ones chatting."I have to say, you're really brilliant. How did you make this? Congratulations!" It was Derrick's voice, and I could tell that his tone was full of admiration.Then Vanya's voice followed, and she also raised her glass.The door to the room was ajar due to the serving of dishes.I approached and peeked in to see Vanya and Theodore sitting on one side, seemingly very close to each other, with Theodore taking the opportunity to hand Vanya a napkin as she raised her glass.My heart was filled with doubts. What was the relationship between Vanya, Theodore, and Derrick?How could they be dining together?And they seemed so intimate.Had Vanya already betrayed Cliff?If that was the case, this was my perfect opportunity. I must tell Cliff about this and make him completely disappointed in Vanya.
Melinda's POVCliff's gaze fell on the third set of tableware, his eyes growing colder and his voice deep and icy as he asked, "Where is Vanya?""Vanya?" Derrick looked at Cliff with confusion, "Alpha Cliff, why are you asking us where your wife is?""Don't play dumb. Melinda just saw Vanya here. Where did she go?" Cliff's tone was filled with obvious annoyance."Melinda? Who?" Derrick looked at me.Then, as if suddenly realizing, a look of enlightenment appeared on his face, "So it's you. Why would you make up rumors about us for no reason?""I'm not making things up. I saw it with my own eyes!" I raised my voice, trying to defend myself.But inside, I felt a bit guilty. After all, my words were half true and half false.I glanced at Cliff. His eyes held a hint of doubt, but more anger.He would be more inclined to believe me at this moment. After all, his trust in Vanya was never that solid.And I could take advantage of this.
Third Person's POVUpon being referred to as a rogue, Melinda's face turned extremely embarrassed in an instant.She was about to retort, but Cliff quickly reached out his hand to stop her.At that moment, Cliff's face was also gloomy and terrible, as if a storm was about to come.Melinda was frightened by Cliff's appearance, shivering and not daring to breathe, so she could only close her mouth."It's Melinda who made a mistake. It's just a misunderstanding. Please forgive her. I'll pay for the meal," Cliff forcibly endured his inner displeasure, trying to make his tone sound as peaceful as possible."There's no need! Our Gilbert family doesn't lack this little money," Grace coldly refused Cliff's proposal, her voice cold and piercing, without a trace of warmth.Then, she said, "I will never forget what happened today. Show them out!"As soon as her voice fell, several burly bodyguards came forward and asked Cliff and Melinda to leave the roo
Vanya's POVI furrowed my brows, my eyes still shut, and grumbled with impatience, "In the middle of the night, why are you bothering me while I'm sleeping?""Get up."Cliff's voice was filled with uncontrollable anger. His tone was like a sharp blade that sliced through the tranquility of the night.His fiery demeanor made my drowsiness vanish in an instant, and I was also getting angry. I sat up from the bed.My eyes stared straight at Cliff standing by the door, and I loudly questioned, "Alpha Cliff, have you lost your mind?"Suddenly, Cliff rushed towards me like a fierce gust of wind.I was startled, and before I could recover, the next moment, I was pressed heavily onto the bed by him.The dim light from the door fell on his body, the interplay of light and shadow making the atmosphere subtly and ambiguously tense.My breath instantly halted, and my heart seemed to be grabbed by something, missing a beat.But I quickly forced m
Vanya's POVCliff probably didn't expect that I would really cook. I saw his hand holding the coffee cup pause, and his gaze couldn't help but be cast towards me.I was busy, but my heart was in all kinds of moods.As the daughter of an Alpha, I have been served meticulously by Omegas and servants since I was a child, and I never needed to set foot in the kitchen.After marrying Cliff in my previous life, I believed Veronica's words, thinking that to capture a man's heart, I had to first capture his stomach. So, I, who had never touched the edge of the kitchen, started to try cooking in various ways.But what was the result?Cliff never tasted the food I made, and his heart was always with Melinda. No matter how hard I tried, I couldn't enter his world.After breakfast was ready, I saw Cliff frown when he saw there was no portion for him and asked, "Where's mine?""If you want to eat, make it yourself," I said in a bad tone.The resentmen
Third Person's POVVanya knew she was in the wrong and had no choice but to comply with Cliff's arrangements."Fine," she thought. It wasn't her money being spent anyway, so she might as well enjoy the spree as a form of entertainment. Vanya didn't catch the faint, involuntary lift at the corner of Cliff's mouth, that fleeting trace of a smile gone as quickly as it appeared.Upon arriving at the mall, Vanya surveyed the layout around her. She was planning to build a large commercial district and thus. It was extremely necessary to observe and do some research carefully. Her eyes held a hint of scrutiny and contemplation as she earnestly examined the display and layout of each store.Suddenly, Vanya felt her hand being tugged. She pulled her hand back and looked warily at Cliff, who had just returned from buying coffee, and asked, "What are you doing?""Holding hands, for photos," Cliff replied, casting a glance towards someone with a camera who looked like a
Third Person's POVCliff immediately pushed open the bathroom door. The room was filled with steam and a faint, sweet scent.The smell was oddly familiar to Cliff, as if he had encountered it before.But Melinda didn't give Cliff time to think. She threw herself into his arms. Feeling the smooth skin and the warm touch, Cliff shuddered and tried to push Melinda away.However, Melinda wrapped her arms around his neck. Her face was flushed with a hint of red. Her eyes were filled with desire."Alpha Cliff... I really can't live without you. Don't you like me?" Melinda's voice was unusually soft and seductive.Cliff felt an unfamiliar sensation rising within him. Just a gentle touch was enough to ignite the desire he had been suppressing."Cliff, look at me. You used to care for me the most," Melinda said, standing on her tiptoes and placing a kiss on the edge of Cliff's lips.She then teasingly ran her tongue along his lips, a mo
Third Person's POVCalvert noticed Vanya's hesitation and said, "Don't worry, I checked. There are no cameras around here."Vanya frowned and asked, "Don't you have to go for a photoshoot?""I've finished for today, but I'll probably be around for the next few days. I still have some ads to shoot," Calvert replied."Then go ahead and get busy. I'll do the same," Vanya said, preparing to leave.But Calvert stopped her, placing the takeout bento in her hand. "It's from my grandma.""Mine?" Vanya asked, surprised.Calvert added, "She made it specially for you."Ever since Vanya had visited Calvert's home last time, his grandmother had taken a liking to her.Vanya accepted it with a bit of embarrassment. After all, it was Grandma Sutton's kind gesture."Tell her thank you for me," Vanya said, patting Calvert's shoulder as she left."Keep up the good work! Your future is bright."Calvert watched Vanya's r
Vanya's POVGrace noticed my thoughtful expression and asked, "Did Cliff suspect you when you went back to the Silver Moon Packhouse today?""He did suspect me, but... it wasn't quite what I expected," I replied."What do you mean 'not quite what you expected'? Isn't suspicion just suspicion?" Grace hugged a pillow, her curiosity piqued as she waited for me to explain.I said, "He gave me a ring today and said... he likes me."After I finished, Grace was stunned. "Cliff?""Yes," I confirmed."This feels like something my silly brother Theo would do," Grace said, looking puzzled.I rested my chin on my hand and thought carefully before saying, "Cliff probably likes Melinda. He's saying this because of M Group. Right now, the Todd Group can't afford any more scandals. He wants to keep me stable. As long as we don't divorce or cause trouble during this period, he can avoid a lot of headaches."I repeated to myself, as if tr
Vanya's POV"Enough! Cliff, bickering with a woman like this isn't like you. What do you really want by calling me back? Don't tell me it's because you're jealous that I was at Wilmot's birthday. I won't believe such a ridiculous thing coming out of your mouth," I said.Cliff opened his mouth but couldn't find any words."About Melinda, I was wrong about you," Cliff suddenly said.I thought I had misheard."Are you... apologizing to me?"Cliff's expression froze.I looked at him and asked again, "You didn't call me back just to apologize, did you?"Cliff was silent."I knew it was for the apology," I couldn't help but say."Vanya, you..." Cliff's face turned a bit sour.He was used to being in control and having others submit to him. Admitting he was wrong was a big step for him.Cliff tried to stay calm and said, "I was wrong about this. I shouldn't have accused you. But Melinda didn't deserve to go
Vanya's POV"Sorry, Mr. Hammond, but Alpha Cliff sent me to bring Luna Vanya home," Elliot said, looking at me. "Luna Vanya, Alpha Cliff is very concerned about you. Please come back with us.""What if I don't want to go back?" I asked.Elliot paused for a moment, then said, "Then I'm afraid we'll have to insist."The bodyguards behind Elliot immediately stepped forward. Wilmot tightly shielded me, saying, "Don't worry, I'm here!"I wasn't actually scared. I knew that even if Elliot couldn't take me away, he wouldn't dare cause a scene at the Hammond residence.However, the fact that the Todd family could so easily enter the Hammond residence was quite surprising.It seemed that Cliff's position as the top businessman in Los Angeles was well-deserved.If things really escalated, no one would come out unscathed."Wait." I gently patted Wilmot's back and stepped in front of him. "Today is Wilmot's birthday party. Bringing
Vanya's POVGrace, holding the skirt of her Lolita dress, ran over and said, "Wilmot's been looking for you everywhere. He's frantic. You should change out of that costume quickly. We'll head back soon!""Alright," I replied, thinking to myself that Cliff would probably send Elliot to find me any minute now.I glanced at Theodore one last time before following Grace back to the dressing room.After quickly changing and removing my makeup, I followed Grace out of the dressing room, only to bump into Wilmot, who had come to find me."What are you two doing here?" Wilmot frowned. "I couldn't find you after we entered. Where did you go?""I suddenly needed to use the restroom," I said, using the first excuse that came to mind.Hearing this, Wilmot's face seemed to flush slightly.He turned his head and said, "Let's go. There's nothing fun here anymore.""Good! Let's get out of here. I don't think there's anything fun here ei
Third Person's POV"Unsure?" Vanya turned around in surprise at Theodore's words and said, "If he doesn't come today, then all my efforts would be in vain.""Whether he comes or not doesn't matter. As long as he knows that the M Group's masked ball is packed with guests, that's enough," Theodore replied.Vanya sensed a hint of jealousy in his tone."That's true...""But you just want to annoy him, don't you?"Vanya couldn't deny it, but she wasn't that naive."If he comes and sees that Kendrick doesn't look anything like me, he won't suspect me anymore," she said.To create the Kendrick persona, she had put in a lot of effort. This time, she planned to wear flats, don a clown outfit, and appear in front of Cliff, making him completely drop his suspicions about her."Vanya? Vanya? Are you ready?" Grace's voice called from outside the door.Vanya, now dressed as a clown, opened the door to see Grace in a Lolita outf
Vanya's POVIn the afternoon, the Hammond family's lobby was decorated exceptionally lively.Wilmot usually surrounded himself with friends who were more like troublemakers, rarely hosting a proper birthday party.Tonight, many rich second-generation heirs and socialites had shown up, but Wilmot was completely uninterested in them.These people had simply heard that the second son of the Hammond family was celebrating his birthday and had brought gifts to get close. In reality, Wilmot couldn't even remember most of their names.I sat to one side, occasionally glancing at the clock.The masked ball had already started, and I was racking my brain for a good excuse to take Wilmot away.Just then, Edwin's personal bodyguard approached us."Alpha Edwin says there's a masked ball tonight. He wants you to attend on his behalf, but under no circumstances should you reveal your identity or let anyone know that someone from the Hammond f
Vanya's POV"Vanya!" From a distance, Wilmot, dressed in workout clothes, ran over. He must have just finished his morning exercise.His bright red hair was particularly eye-catching, and I spotted him from far away."Up so early. Have you had breakfast yet?" he asked."Not yet," I replied, pointing to the people going in and out of the second-floor study. "Is it always like this at your place every morning?""Not usually. Things have just been busier lately," Wilmot said, taking my hand. "Come on, let's go eat.""Grace hasn't woken up yet. I should wake her up," I said."No need. Grace loves to sleep in. I'll have them make it when she gets up." Wilmot insisted.I was about to agree when he added, "Besides, Edwin should be eating too. His private chef is really good.""N-no, that's okay," I tried to decline, but Wilmot said, "What's there to be afraid of? We're all family here!"I reluctantly followed Wilmot to t