At that moment, a news alert popped up on Heather's computer."Breaking: Eight-Car Pile-up on Oceanview Bridge. The Scene Is Tragic!"Oceanview Bridge was the only way to Magnolia Creek. Tyrone wouldn't be that unlucky, would he?Heather's heart skipped a beat. She considered calling him, but then hesitated.He was a busy man. If he wasn't involved in the accident, she might end up disturbing him by calling him out of the blue. After a moment of deliberation, she decided to call Caleb instead."Yes, Ms. Sutton?" Caleb answered after a few rings."Mr. Hall, Tyrone hasn't come back yet. I saw the news about an accident on Oceanview Bridge. Is he alright?"There was a brief pause before Caleb replied, "Ms. Sutton, Mr. Elkin has something else going on tonight. He didn't go to Oceanview Bridge.""Okay, thank you." Relieved, Heather hung up without asking further questions.Elkin Group had a lot of businesses, and working late was normal. Heather wondered what time Tyrone would c
Janine knew Jasmine had been blowing things out of proportion when she had claimed Tyrone was doting on that woman and might even divorce Janine for her.No way! How could a woman with no background compare to her?Unlike her foolish sister, Janine knew not to lose her composure over such trivial matters and provoke Tyrone.With a smile, she changed the topic. "I'm going back next month. I need you to play along with me in front of my parents during this time. It's not too much to ask, is it?"Their relationship had always been one of mutual benefit, and Janine was a competent partner in this arrangement.Tyrone's expression softened slightly, and he gave a soft hum of acknowledgement.He looked out at the garden through the floor-to-ceiling windows. It was so late. He wondered if his pretty little thing was already asleep.What would she think of his absence?Tyrone didn't even realize this was the seventh time in three hours that he had thought of Heather since he had arrived
The maids looked uneasy, as if they were hiding something.Heather raised an eyebrow. "Is something going on?""Ms. Sutton, they were just slacking off. There's nothing to worry about. Please, go have breakfast," Lucy said with a forced smile, then turned to the maids with a stern expression. "Get back to work."At that moment, the reporter on the TV announced, "Mr. and Mrs. Elkin, along with her family, left the hotel at 11:00 pm last night. Reporters observed the couple being very affectionate…"Heather's gaze wavered as she walked toward the living room and saw the news headline."Rare Appearance of Tyrone Elkin's Wife, Janine Seel. Mr. Elkin Dines Out with Beloved Wife and Family, Showing Sweet Interactions."The screen showed Tyrone with a young woman at the hotel entrance, looking cozy and intimate.Tyrone usually only appeared in financial news and rarely in the entertainment section. His rare appearance with Janine had overshadowed last night's major car accident in the
"What is it?" Heather asked."Well, there are so many creditors demanding payment these days. I don't want to involve you, but the debts need to be settled."The company's bankruptcy has led to its assets being seized, so I need you to ask Mr. Elkin to help lift the bank's seizure so I can reopen the business and make money," Thomas explained."I had hoped you'd break up with him and leave him completely. I know it's not the right thing to say, but I've tried many ways and asked many people, but no one is willing to help. I'm really at a loss. Can you ask Mr. Elkin for help?"His smile was somewhat awkward.Heather frowned. She didn't want to trouble Tyrone over the Snyder family's issues, but Thomas' request was hard to refuse.The Snyders had a massive debt. Only someone as powerful as Tyrone could handle lifting the bank's seizure.Heather pressed her lips together. "I can try to help you, but I can't guarantee he will do it.""You need to act fast. Mrs. Elkin is back, and y
"Don't worry about it. I have other things to do at noon, so I won't stay for lunch. You all enjoy lunch," Heather said.Macey had never liked her. If Thomas had her cook for Heather, she would probably cause a scene."Alright then, I won't keep you any longer. Hattie, remember to talk to Mr. Elkin about lifting the seizure order on Snyder Corporation," Thomas said with a smile.Heather pressed her lips together. "I'll let you know if there's any update.""Then I'll be waiting for your good news. Let me see you out," Thomas said cheerfully as he accompanied her to the door.They walked through the garden and out the front gate, where Heather got into the car waiting for her and left.Macey walked over with a cold expression. "Why did she ask about the Simpson family?"She had been eavesdropping from upstairs and had heard the entire conversation.Thomas' expression darkened immediately, and his eyes narrowed shrewdly. "That mad dog from the Simpson family went after her for rev
"Are you alright, Ms. Sutton?" the driver asked anxiously.Holding her forehead, Heather replied, "I'm fine. What happened?""A car suddenly changed lanes, and I didn't have time to brake. We rear-ended it."As soon as the driver said that, someone kicked the car door hard. An angry, familiar voice shouted, "Are you blind? Do you even know how to drive? Get out of the car!"Heather turned and looked over. When she saw the furious woman kicking the door, she couldn't help but feel speechless.How unlucky could she be to run into Selena, even in an accident?"Stay in the car, Ms. Sutton. I'll handle this," the driver said as he got out.Selena's shouts grew even more intense. "You hit my car! Can't you drive properly? How dare you crash into my car! Do you know who I am?""Miss, be reasonable. It was your fault for suddenly changing lanes. You violated traffic rules!" Not recognizing Selena, the driver started arguing with her.Selena, who was used to being arrogant, ignored him
Heather frowned and said, "I didn't know it was her car. I didn't purposely ask the driver to hit her car."The collision between the Maybach and the Maserati had attracted quite a huge crowd of onlookers.Craig looked at Heather, then lowered his head to look at Selena, whom he embraced in his arms. He reached out to hug her shoulder, as if protecting her.He softly said, "Whatever has happened has happened. I'll buy you another one. No need to waste our time with others. Your mom is still waiting for us. Let's go."Upon hearing his words, Selena was shocked. She looked up at Craig. Did he just refer to Heather as "others"?Craig only gave her a gentle smile. He ushered her toward the Maserati and opened the door for her to get in.Selena was surprised by his reaction. Sitting in the car, she couldn't help but give Heather a smug look.Craig closed the car door and went around to the driver's seat. Soon, the Maserati left.Craig hadn't been able to make eye contact with Heathe
Heather thought for a moment. "I think it's been about four days.""It's not four days, it's been seven days! Ms. Sutton, have you been in contact with Mr. Elkin recently?"Had it been a week since Tyrone left?Maybe it was because she had been busy editing the script; she felt that time passed quickly and didn't notice that he hadn't come back for several days."No, I haven't. Lucy, do you need something from him? You can call Caleb."Seeing that Heather was not worried at all, Lucy became more concerned, "Why would I need anything from him? Ms. Sutton, Mr. Elkin hasn't come back for so many days. Aren't you worried?""Why should I worry?" Heather absentmindedly savored another spoonful of the chicken soup.There were so many bodyguards protecting Tyrone and maids serving him. Besides, he was with his wife, enjoying his marital life. There was nothing for her to worry about."Ms. Sutton, Mr. Elkin has been gone for so long without talking to you. Aren't you afraid that he has