Third Person's POV
Melinda's spine stiffened instantly, and she slowly turned her head, her eyes filled with restraint and unease.
She stammered, "Yes... yes."
"Are you from room 317?" the principal asked.
Melinda nodded, wondering why the question was being asked.
"Is Raven from your dormitory?"
"...Yes, she is," Melinda glanced at Raven not far away, a hint of barely noticeable panic flashing in her eyes.
Raven was taken aback, and the principal's gaze followed suit.
"Are you Raven?"
Raven's body tensed, nodding stiffly, her heart lifting with a sense of foreboding.
The principal looked down at the complaint letter in her hand, her expression grave as she said, "We received a report that you fabricated false information and spread it within the school, severely damaging the campus atmosphere and infringing upon a female student's right to reputation." She then placed a flyer with a photoshopped image of Vanya in
Third Person's POVVanya smiled faintly and continued talking to Sabrina.But her eyes were on Veronica and Melinda.She saw Veronica's face fall after the maid's message. Melinda was whispering to comfort her.Vanya was surprised. The last time Veronica and Cyrus had been so hostile to each other. How could she accept Melinda now?Knowing Veronica, if Melinda hadn't humbled herself and used the baby to beg for forgiveness, Veronica would have never brought her to this event or let her into the Todds.But Cyrus and Zander still hadn't shown up, which was a surprise.Suddenly, Veronica raised her voice, getting everyone's attention. "Everyone, I've invited you here today for two reasons. First, to introduce the new products of our business partner, Mr. and Mrs. Dantes. And second, to announce the future Mrs. Todd."With that, Veronica took Melinda's hand."Ms. Chambers will be the future Mrs. Todd."Melinda's face was flushed, and she looked so happy.Vanya, however, frowned.Veronica'
Third Person's POVStewart walked behind Vanya."Did Derrick and Grace make it?" Vanya asked."They weren't invited," Stewart said."They didn't invite Derrick, or Grace, or even Theodore, but they invited me." Vanya gave a small laugh.She didn't realize she was so important that Veronica would go around the other three just to invite her."Let's go."Vanya wore a wine-red dress, her long, wavy French curls falling to her waist. She was covered in limited-edition jewelry from Dantes Group.The moment she entered, all eyes were on her."Veronica, Vanya is here."In the center of the ballroom, Melinda, in a white dress, was holding Veronica's arm.Melinda's baby bump was quite noticeable, making her stand out next to Veronica.Veronica looked at Vanya, a mocking smile on her face.Veronica clinked her glass with Sabrina, a woman in her forties. "Sabrina, have a wonderful time.""You too, Veronica. Enjoy yourself."Sabrina and Dawn looked like a loving couple.Vanya had already done her
Third Person's POVMelinda tried calling Elliot, only to find he had blocked her too.She didn't dare call the police because of Zander's powerful connections.As she paced nervously, the door suddenly opened.Zander walked in, having clearly gotten rid of Cyrus quickly.He walked slowly toward Melinda, his voice ice-cold. "I can't believe you would dare to betray me."He grabbed her hair and slammed her to the floor."Ah!"Melinda was trembling. "Alpha Zander, I'm sorry! Please!""You made so many mistakes, but the worst one was going to see Cliff!"Zander dragged her along the floor, ignoring her cries and struggles.He held her down, stripping her of all dignity."I'm so sorry, Alpha Zander... I'll never do it again..."Melinda was shaking. When Zander put his hand on her stomach, a powerful fear took hold of her.Zander sneered. "You think you can replace Vanya and become Mrs. Todd just because you're pregnant with this child? In your dreams!"He shoved her to the floor. She scram
Third Person's POVZander thought about the words Vanya had said to him.His eyes narrowed dangerously. "That Vanya...""Vanya? Why would it be her? The Dalton Group went bankrupt ages ago," the assistant said, confused.How could a bankrupt heiress cause the Helbut Group to lose so much money?The trainee project at Hammond Pictures was a huge investment. How could Vanya ruin it overnight?The assistant continued, "Alpha Zander, could it have been Bryant? Was he trying to go against you?""When he left, he didn't have a penny. He couldn't even pay his own penalty fee. How could he convince everyone to leave with him? Idiot!""I... I wasn't thinking.""Vanya is not as simple as she seems. Go and check her connections right now! I want to know everyone she's been in contact with. Besides Theodore and Cliff, who else is backing her?" Zander had already had people watching Theodore's every move.Theodore hadn't made any moves lately, so the trainee project probably had nothing to do with
Third Person's POV"Looks like you're fine. I'm leaving."Bryant turned to go, but Vanya stopped him, "Wait!"Bryant stopped and frowned. "What now?""This is a good chance. Get all the trainees to terminate their contracts." Vanya handed him twenty bank cards.Bryant stared at them, stunned.Who even had twenty bank cards?"What, you're not going?""Is there enough money in these?""Not a cent more, not a cent less. Just get them to sign the termination papers. I'll take care of their future.""...Okay." Bryant did as Vanya said and walked out.Vanya watched him leave and smiled.He reminded her of the first time she'd seen Calvert.But Calvert was way more complicated than this simple college student.On the other side of town, Mr. Schultz was losing his mind looking at the male trainees' contract termination forms."Sir, here... another one." His assistant handed him a pile of termination forms from the female trainees.Mr. Schultz completely lost it. "Everyone's leaving? What's go
Third Person's POV"Do you think what's lost can ever be found again?" Cliff's voice was hoarse.When he saw the red mark on Vanya's neck, countless images flashed through his mind—Theodore kissing her neck, them tangled up in bed, whispering sweet nothings...Each thought was a stab to his heart."Alpha Cliff...""Get the car," Cliff said flatly. "I'm fine."He was the head of the Todd Group. Of course, he was fine.In front of others, he always had to be perfect and cold.Only Vanya could make him emotional.But from today on, that would change."Yes... Alpha Cliff."The show was shut down. Affected by the incident, the show went on hiatus, and the taping was postponed.Vanya took Megan to a deserted conference room at Hammond Pictures.Megan immediately asked, "You promised me I'd be okay if I let you go!""That's right. I always keep my promises.""Then why did you bring me here?""I want you to expose Gillian.""What?" Megan frowned. "You told me yourself that Gillian has a power