“That’s right, I feel bad for you too,” Melanie echoed, “Besides, sometimes men say what they have to say for dignity’s sake.”“Indeed, it’s important that a man guards his reputation. Ah, Young Master Campos, when I first arrived in Canberra and heard about the infamous rumor about you and the female university student, I thought the poor girl was going to have a change of fate. As it turns out, I was wrong.”After pausing for a brief second, Catherine said seriously to Melanie, “My younger sister, since it’s your engagement ceremony today, I’d like to give you a genuine word of advice. Every woman will turn old or ugly one day. Beautiful women are everywhere yet inner beauty never fades away. This is the real secret of maintaining a long-lasting marriage.”“You’re right, my wife.”Shaun said before turning to look at President Thompson. “I bet you understand this really well. After all, President Thompson, you always go after girls as young as 18. I heard you’ve found yourself an
“Dad, Nicola was responsible for my facial disfigurement,” Catherine interrupted. “Not long ago, I was locked away by the Hill family in their dungeon. Nicola worked with Valerie and instructed the staff to poison my porridge for this to happen.”“What?” Joel was in shock. On second thought, it did sound like something Nicola would do. “I’ll go look for this crazy woman…”“Dad, many distinguishable guests are here to witness the engagement ceremony between the Yule and the Campos families. It’s not the time to make a scene. Besides, Old Master Hill and the others are here too. I’m sure they’re not going to take your side.” She tried to change his mind.Joel clenched his hands into fists. He was furious. “But your face…”“Uncle Joel, some things take time,” Shaun said in a low voice, “I’ll make sure those who hurt Catherine will pay for their actions.”Joel felt a heavy weight lift from his chest. He had enjoyed fame and success for the major part of his life. However, he realized
“Alright, let’s have a seat.” Shaun led Catherine to the table in a calm and casual manner.A variety of fruits and nuts were already placed on the table.She shelled a couple of pine nuts but gave up quickly afterward as it was too much work.Upon noticing that, he did the work and placed a couple of unshelled pine nuts in front of her.She was touched by this sweet and thoughtful gesture.“Cathy…”Wesley’s gentle voice suddenly rang in her ears.She lifted her gaze to the source of the voice. Wesley looked elegant in his blue suit and white pants. His eyes twinkled with shock and pity when he looked at her.He took a step forward and lifted his hand subconsciously to caress her face.Another hand grabbed his hand in mid-air. Shaun raised his eyebrows and hugged Catherine closer to him. “What’s the matter? Are you planning to harass my wife in public? That’s not a good move.”“Shaun Hill, you’re no longer who you were before and I’ll win Catherine over in no time. You don’t
“I…” “Did you hear that? My wife wants you to leave. Are all male homewreckers shameless like you?” Shaun hugged Catherine closer and said gently, “My dear, take a seat. I’ll continue deshelling pine nuts for you.Something flashed across Wesley’s eyes as he looked at the woman who was resting her head against the other man’s chest. A shadow veiled his tense features before he turned around to move along.Catherine sighed internally as she lifted her gaze to look at the man’s receding silhouette. She really wished Wesley could move on soon.Since she had made the decision to return to Shaun’s side, she knew it was unlikely for them both to be together again.It was even more impossible now that she was still married to Shaun.“Eat your pine nuts and stop thinking about other men.” He turned her face around. “Wesley is more complicated than you think…”“...”“Not everyone can attend this engagement ceremony. He’s not a local in Canberra and doesn’t have many connections, yet
Director Irvine scanned across the room to ensure no one from the Hill family had the intention to lend Shaun a hand. “I’m not an unreasonable man. Since you broke my arm, then I shall return the favor today. Besides, my wife is infuriated that your wife tried to seduce me. But we can forget about this if you let her slap your wife across the face.”Catherine laughed upon hearing that. “Do you have proof that I actually tried to seduce you? I’m sure there are security cameras everywhere. Let’s check the footage to see if I actually laid a finger on you.”Director Irvine flew off the handle. “What do you mean? Why would I accuse an ugly woman like you?”“The distinguished Director Irvine wouldn’t have to accuse you. Things have taken such a bad turn yet you still refuse to admit your wrongdoing. I think one slap across the face is not even enough.” President Thompson seemed to be trying to make matters worse.Melanie suggested helplessly, “Cathy, quickly apologize to the man and pro
The crowd broke into chaos. The members of the Hill family, especially, were looking at Shaun with widened eyes.“What? You’re the founder of Shaunarah Corporation?” Old Master Hill was infuriated.“Shaun, what are you thinking?” Lea found it hard to believe as well. “You were the president of Hill Corporation yet you were secretly building up Shaunarah Corporation as well? How dare you betray the Hill family?!”“You bastard, my biggest mistake in life is letting you take over Hill Corporation!” Old Master Hill wished he could swing a hammer at his grandson’s head right now.“Dad, don’t be mad. It’s no big deal. A small corporation like Shaunarah can’t compete with our family’s business,” Valerie said grudgingly.“That’s right. Hill Electronics is the most superior brand in the world. Shaunarah Corporation is trash in comparison to us,” Queenie echoed with a smile.The tense features on Old Master Hill’s face finally eased a little. “Shaun, you’re no longer a part of the Hill f
Both Director Irvine and President Thompson felt their knees buckle upon remembering that both of them had humiliated Shaun earlier. There was no point for them to cry over spilled milk now.“Eldest… Eldest Young Master Hill, I was wrong for not seeing straight. Why don’t you break my arm?” Director Irvine was on the verge of crying now. “Or perhaps you’d like to slap me across the face?”Shaun reached out to pinch the man’s greasy cheek. “You sounded quite arrogant earlier, huh? Did you say my wife touched you?”“Eldest Young Master Hill, I’m so sorry.” The man knelt down on the ground.“Go beg Liam instead. See if he can develop a new microchip within a week to help you out.”He twitched his lips into a smile before walking hand-in-hand toward the door with Catherine.At this moment, no one dared to stop them. Even Charlie and Melanie were restless and worried. Just as he was about to reach the door, he suddenly turned around to look at the crowd coldly before finally landing
Old Master Hill let out a long sigh after the others left.Old Madam Hill poured him a glass of water. “Well, at this age, you might as well give up all power. To be honest, none of the younger ones is more capable than Shaun. It isn’t worth losing our title as the most affluent family for this.”“It just infuriates me that the young lad is such a rebel.” He patted his heavy chest. “But he’s ruthless, that’s for sure. No one else in the family can compare to him. Lea has the potential but she’s nothing in comparison to him.”“He has to be ruthless to maintain his position in the country’s most affluent family....Hotel parking lot.Upon entering the car, Catherine could not help stealing glances at the man sitting next to her as she fastened the seat belt.He drove the limited edition sports car today. The cool, high-tech driver’s seat enveloped his sturdy figure. She had to admit that this man was too attractive, especially the way he spoke at the engagement ceremony earlier…