A pitiful smile crept up on Catherine’s face. “So that’s what you think of me. Dad, have you ever loved me and tried to understand me? To be frank, I’ve long since known Shaun. He’s the one who forced me to be with him. Recently, he’s been suppressing my company and Wesley. It’s all his doing. Do you think I enjoy living a life without dignity? Do you think I enjoy being pointed at and criticized as a b*stard?!”As she went on, she eventually choked with tears. Joel was dazed. “What? Why didn’t you tell me earlier?”“Would it make any difference if I told you?” Catherine gave him a mocking look. “You couldn’t even protect me in your own house, much less in front of Shaun.”An awkward expression crept up Joel’s face. All of a sudden, he seemed like he had grown a few years older.“I’m useless. I brought you to Canberra but left you to be bullied by others. I’m going to look for Shaun now. He has gone too far.”“You don’t have to look for me. I’m here.”The door of the private ro
“Uncle Joel, I hope you’ll approve of us.” Shaun slowly lifted Catherine up on her feet. “Only with your blessing can we get together legitimately. What’s more, she can return to the Yule household legitimately after I marry her. That way, no one will despise and look down on her anymore. Don’t you want to see that, Uncle Joel?”The last sentence resonated with Joel.…In the end, Catherine was somehow dragged into the car by Shaun.Looking at the handsome man beside her who was driving seriously, Catherine became confused. Did this mean that… the Hill family dismissed him from the position of president just because he wanted to marry her?“Stop staring at me like that.”Shaun stopped the car at a crossroad. Then, he turned around and kissed her on the lips. “Let’s go and choose your wedding ring.” “I’m not marrying you!” Catherine went mad. Considering his horrifying character, she refused to be tied to him forever. “Catherine, I’ve lost everything for you, yet you refuse to
“Nothing. Young-madam-to-be has a model-like physique and thick hair. She’s just a raving beauty who’s well-matched for you.”With the female manager’s series of compliments, Catherine was at a loss for words. The manager really proved herself to be in the sales industry. She praised Catherine’s looks and even her hair.Shortly after, an array of magnificent jewelry was displayed. The glitter of the jewelry made Catherine feel giddy.“Which one do you like? You can choose anything. You can even take everything home.” With his considerable wealth, Shaun said arrogantly.Catherine did not know what to say.She eventually chose a highly sought-after diamond ring, but because Shaun found it too light, he chose a pink petal diamond ring for her instead. After wearing it on her slender, fair finger, she felt as vivacious as a young woman. The female manager smiled and said, “You have great taste, Eldest Young Master. This diamond ring weighs 13.14 grams.”Catherine subconsciously rej
Catherine even noticed that many netizens were spontaneously boycotting the products of the companies that Shaun had invested in.The man who used to be a billionaire in Australia was now a target of criticism.Catherine cast a complicated glance at Shaun, who was reading the newspaper across from her. He was dressed in a dark green robe with a belt hung loosely in front of his chest. His pale muscular chest, which was occasionally visible, exuded an aura of mature masculinity.By the look of things, he was not going to work again today.In fact, this issue would not have happened if he had agreed to marry Melanie and break up with Catherine.Catherine still found it hard to believe that Shaun would give up on the most privileged status and reputation all for her.“Why are you staring at me so seductively early in the morning?” Shaun lifted his head from the newspaper, and his lips curled into a smile.Catherine widened her eyes. Had she stared at him for a long time? She was no
Shaun was taken aback. He let go of Catherine and took two steps back. His hands were trembling, and it did not seem like it was about to stop.Catherine looked back and looked at him in fear. “Shaun, you might not be aware of it, but I always have to be cautious when I’m with you. You’re pompous, intimidating, and unreasonable. I’m constantly worried that I’ll hit a nerve in you. To me, you’re a devil. Have you seen anyone falling for a devil?!”“Enough. Stop it!”With bloodshot eyes, Shaun swept all the breakfast on the table to the floor. He did not intend to hurt her, but why did she have to provoke him this way?As a human, his heart would ache too.When he was about to lose control of himself, he opened the door violently and left.He hurriedly tottered into the car and took the medicine from the bottle right away. Nevertheless, that was not enough for him. Fearing that he would hurt others, he forcefully took out a blade and cut his arm.The pain woke him up.…In the
As soon as the bandage was done, the door was violently kicked open.Rodney dashed in. When he caught sight of Shaun’s injuries on his hand, he then said in a huff, “Are you okay, Shaun? To end up in this state all for the sake of a woman?” “This is my private affair,” Shaun said indifferently.“I treat you as my brother,” Rodney said out of annoyance. “Look what Liam has done. He was the one who added fuel to the fire on the Internet and triggered everyone in Australia to criticize you. Even those influential families who used to hold you in awe and respect are shunning you as if you’re a plague. Are you really fine with everyone favoring Liam now?”Chester laughed. “Rodney, you’re overreacting. Does Shaun seem like the sort who’s easily defeated?”“But…”“It’s not easy for Liam to take over Hill Corporation.” Chester shifted his eyes to Shaun.Shaun smiled. “You know me best.”Rodney became glum. “Fine. I’m a busybody. You even punched me on the yacht the other day.”“Serve
“It’s pretty good. Charlie is a dignified person anyway.” Nicola looked at the dazed Melanie. “Just give up on Shaun. He humiliated you in front of everyone, but did he regret it after?”Melanie suddenly came back to her senses.Indeed, Shaun had been tricking her. He even left her to suffer in the police station.She loved him so much, yet she ended up as a laughing stock!Ah!!She would definitely make him regret and beg for mercy!She would also put Catherine through hell!Once Melanie came out of the police station, a group of reporters was already waiting outside to interview her.At that point, she looked like she was another person. Tears were trickling down her pale face.The reporters ran to her and asked, “Miss Jones, rumor has it that you caught Eldest Young Master and the other woman sleeping together on the night of the Hill Corporation’s charity gala. Is this true?”“Drop it.” A pitiful smile crossed Melanie’s face. “I don’t want to talk about what the Eldest Yo
Catherine flew into a rage. “Are you my friend or Shaun’s friend?”“Hehe. I think that the fact that the man doesn’t mind losing his company, status, and reputation for you shows that he’s truly in love with you. I thought this kind of man didn’t exist anymore.”Catherine was speechless.A wave of emotions overcame Catherine’s relaxed mind.“Frankly speaking, I don’t think Patrick loves me at all if I compare him to Shaun now…”“I have to work. Bye for now.” Catherine was extremely annoyed by Freya’s words.Catherine returned to New Metropolis Park after working overtime until 8:00 p.m. However, Shaun was not back yet. After taking a shower, she lay on the bed and checked her phone. She subconsciously clicked open the trending searches regarding Shaun.This time, a video had been released.The scene looked familiar. It was the night she was dragged to Rodney’s yacht.In the video, Shaun was seen carrying her when Young Master Kelly asked, “Eldest Young Master, how have we pr