Angela was a little suspicious of what it was as she took the box and opened it. Inside lay an emerald bracelet identical to the one she had. It was exquisite and elegant.Her eyes lit up. "Where did you find this dupe?"She picked up the bracelet, comparing it to hers. "How much was it? I'll send you the money."It was good to have a duplicate to wear. If she went to Bamford Manor next time, it wouldn't look good if Joseph saw her wrist bare.Dexter rolled his eyes. "Do you really think I'd buy a dupe, Angela?"She chuckled awkwardly. "Then this must've been expensive.""It's in the double digits. It's not worth that much." Dexter snorted lightly before walking out the door.Curious, Angela later asked Rocky about it. Rocky told her Dexter had gotten one of his friends, a jewelry maker, to bring this piece from a remote place. It was a one-of-a-kind treasure—something money couldn't easily buy.She was momentarily stunned.Angela began to feel bad again, leading to inner tu
Dexter believed that he had finally made the right move. He needed to strike while the iron was hot by inviting Angela out for a meal and taking the chance to strengthen their relationship.With that thought in mind, he got into his car and started the engine before dialing Angela's number, eagerly preparing his invitation."I'm out with Mia. I'll hang up now."Angela's voice was light and cheerful when she spoke, and the background hum of a bustling crowd could be heard. She had actually gone out.Before Dexter could utter a single word, he was completely shut down.He instantly froze on the spot. His expression darkened like an impending storm as he clenched tightly around his phone.This ungrateful woman had no conscience at all! How heartless!Little did Angela know that she had just been branded as ungrateful and heartless in Dexter's mind. She had been bored staying at the hospital, so she had decided to visit Mia and drag her along to watch Zack make a fool of himself.L
"You think you're hot stuff? Sales reps like you are a dime a dozen."The group grew nastier by the second, reducing Zack to nothing.Even Mia, who had been watching quietly, couldn't stand it anymore. "These guys are way out of line. What kind of friends are they?"Angela, however, merely smiled. "Letting him see their true colors sooner rather than later is a good thing. It will save him from wasting time with them and ruining his life."Mia tutted in amusement. "I can't believe a sister as ruthless and cold-hearted as you exists, but I suppose it is for his own good."Meanwhile, Zack was nearing his breaking point. His handsome face was ablaze with anger.The group, however, seemed to enjoy watching him on edge, eagerly waiting for his outburst like a live show.Angela, too, was watching intently, but there was a hint of concern in her heart."You lot seriously came all the way here just to run your mouths at me? If that's all, then get lost. Besides, you guys are just a bun
With gritted teeth, Anthony glared at Zack, unable to say a word for a long time.He knew better than anyone that he had fallen into a trap—he had been set up, and the one who had tricked him was none other than Zack, the guy he had always looked down on!"You're dreaming if you think you can scam me. You obviously let go of them yourself just now!" He couldn't hold back and growled.With an innocent expression, Zack shrugged. "Are you kidding me? This is store merchandise worth over a million. Do you think I can just randomly use them to scam people? If you don't want to pay, just say so. I'll call the police or head straight to your house to collect the money."Anthony's face turned a deep shade of purple. He had been kicked out of his house recently. If Zack really went to his family, there was a good chance his father would disown him.However, the problem was that his family had given him the card he had now. If he spent over a million in a single day, his father would defini
"Since you've been so well-behaved today, pick anything you want to eat." Angela patted Zack's shoulder, a hint of approval in her eyes.It was just around mealtime, and Zack immediately thought of a steakhouse on the fourth floor of the mall. Angela didn't object. The three of them chatted merrily as they headed upstairs.Zack soon started his flattery again. "Mia, I heard you and Zayn broke up. You're amazing! In my eyes, you're just as awesome as my sister.""You sure know how to sweet-talk, huh?" Mia's smile faded slightly. It was obvious she wasn't keen on the topic.Currently, only a handful of people—including Angela—were genuinely happy for her.Most others, whether openly or behind her back, were criticizing her, calling her delusional, saying she had overestimated herself and had never been worthy of the Jewell family's son.Mia didn't care about the gossip. Even while pregnant, she hadn't been idle. In the past few days, she had invested in an entertainment company w
Angela had a feeling that Riley was going to trouble them."Ms. Graham, I recognize you." Riley extended her hand, and Angela shook it without hesitation."Oh?" Angela lifted an eyebrow, her response neutral."Your story is the perfect example of an underdog's success story—everyone in our circle talks about it with great interest. They all praise you for being capable and knowing exactly how to hold onto a man's heart."I didn't expect that you not only won your own battle but also trained a fine student. You two really are the perfect pair of best friends."Riley's smile was anything but warm. It was obvious she wasn't friendly toward Angela—she even carried a hint of hostility.She was the adopted daughter of Florence's brother and had been raised abroad. Riley had always been the daughter-in-law Florence wanted.Because of that connection, Riley had had feelings for Zayn since childhood. As she had grown up, her feelings had remained unchanged. She had been waiting to finish
Zack immediately lifted his leg as if to kick Riley in the thigh.He was over six feet tall. If he really landed that kick, Riley's leg could very well break.The startled Riley quickly stepped back to avoid it, but because of her high heels, she stumbled and fell to the ground in an embarrassing manner.Nevertheless, Zack had only been faking the attack. His foot hovered momentarily before he retracted it, making it clear he had just been trying to scare her."Relax. No matter how rude I might be, I'd never actually hit a woman. But you? You're absolutely the worst for encouraging a child to attack a pregnant woman. You're utterly deranged and as shameless as they come!"Zack sneered coldly, his eyes filled with contempt."Not bad. You've recently picked up a few words to argue better, huh?"Zack scratched his head. "Of course."At that moment, two waiters came out—one invited them inside to eat while the other helped Riley up.The crowd around them had been watching the whol
Angela gasped. "All I want is relief from my menstrual cramps. Nothing else really matters to me. I can always rely on painkillers if needed."She was terrified of taking medication."Absolutely not!" Dexter and Sheldon exclaimed simultaneously, firmly rejecting her proposal."Starting today, I'll ask Joanne to prepare your medicine and meals as per Dr. Larson's prescription. Don't be lazy," Dexter said sharply with a hint of displeasure. Angela wondered why he seemed to be in such a foul mood today. "Ms. Graham, it's important to take care of your well-being. Neglecting to care for your body can lead to challenges with fertility, which may escalate into more serious..."Angela immediately agreed. "Got it. I'll follow your instructions."Having a child wasn't the main concern, but it shouldn't impact her life.Sheldon left with his belongings after filling out several prescriptions. Only Angela and Dexter remained in the expansive ward. Dexter examined the prescriptio
Angela had already humbled herself significantly. Despite Joel's consistent indifference, he found it increasingly difficult to dismiss her completely. After all, those who came here were far from ordinary. In the end, he agreed. He would just treat it as a game to see if she was anything like Bill. Angela and Joel soon found themselves on the ring. Angela felt honored and bowed to Joel. Despite secretly looking down on her, Joel maintained a gentlemanly demeanor and smiled.After that, it was time for a heated exchange. Joel sarcastically said, "I'll draw the line somewhere and do my best not to hurt you."Angela smiled with determination, replying, "I'll give it my all until I defeat you." Joel frowned, wondering what this arrogant woman was planning. The battle began quickly. Joel was obviously different from the other contestants Angela went up against. He toyed with her, effortlessly neutralizing her attacks and waiting for her next move, like a cat playing with a mo
Jorina launched a powerful uppercut at Angela, but the latter anticipated the attack and swiftly evaded it. Then, she lowered her stance and delivered a decisive strike to Jorina's abdomen.Her strength was astonishing as well. It was truly unexpected. With another powerful strike, she forced Jorina back a few paces, causing her to lose her balance and crash to the ground. The audience was left in shock. Meanwhile, a hint of a smile graced Dexter's lips, and admiration sparkled in his eyes.In the first match, Angela won effortlessly. The second and third matches followed, and once again, she secured victory easily.She was stunned. When her opponent was knocked out in the third match, she gazed at her fist in disbelief. She couldn't believe that she possessed such strength. It was utterly shocking.The audience buzzed with excitement, captivated by her presence. "Wow, she's incredible! Not only is she stunning, but she's also an amazing fighter!" "Isn't that Angela? It's so
Not only did the male contestants boast impressive muscles, but even the female participants also showcased clearly defined physiques and strength. It appeared that Angela's muscles fell short in comparison."Could you please pass me a towel?" a female contestant requested Angela politely.This female contestant was notably larger, with shoulders that were one and a half times wider than Angela's. When she stood up, her shadow completely covered Angela, making the latter look particularly thin. Yet, she seemed completely oblivious to anything amiss, or perhaps she simply chose not to care, even if she did notice."I'm sorry. But I'm a contestant too, so I don't know where the towel is."After saying that, Angela sensed the gaze of those around her. Some expressions were a mix of shock; others hinted at disdain, while most radiated contempt. Yet, she felt self-satisfied and unfazed by their reactions. Despite her petite stature, she was proud of her hard-earned muscles and confi
Nigel never expected Angela to be this determined—at the very least, her perseverance was commendable.By the time Dexter arrived, Angela was already battered and bruised. With clenched teeth, she desperately tried to fight back, but she was blocked time and time again. It was downright tragic to watch."Dexter, you have to talk some sense into her!" Fiona pleaded anxiously. Watching Angela get knocked down over and over again made her wince just from witnessing it.Dexter's face was dark with frustration. He stared intently at the bruised Angela on the training ground, unable to vent his anger and frustration.What right did he have to stop her? The more he tried to talk sense into her, the more stubborn she became, and the more she would deliberately go against him.She didn't even see herself as a woman anymore—she was acting like a lunatic."Why would I do that? Let her suffer." Dexter scoffed coldly, turning away.At first, everyone around Angela tried to dissuade her from
Yet, the way Nigel spoke was a bit strange and amusing.Feeling her blood boiling with excitement, Angela nearly laughed out loud. She barely managed to suppress it before nodding firmly. "Understood. I'll do my best not to disappoint you, coach."Her determination was unwavering. This wasn't just a fight for herself—it was another battle for Graham Group.She had to start strong, with full confidence, and give it her all to seize everything she wanted.Nigel looked at her with a complex expression, watching her for a long moment before a trace of hesitation flickered in his eyes."If you're really sure about this, then there's nothing more to say. You can start by fighting me."Angela immediately felt a chill run down her spine.She had learned everything she knew from Joanne, who had always praised her perseverance and rapid improvement. But that didn't mean she was ready to take on a state-level kickboxing coach!"What, got cold feet?" Nigel raised an eyebrow at her. "If y
"But this whole issue started because of Mr. Graham," Clara explained. "Apparently, he and Joel were love rivals in their youth, which made them particularly dislike each other."Their rivalry has lasted to this day. Even though Mr. Graham is no longer involved in company affairs, Joel still refuses to let us off."Angela was stunned. "Love rivals? Joel also liked Judy?"Clara shook her head fervently. "No, not her. I believe he liked Madam Marie."The moment those words left her mouth, Clara looked a bit uneasy, not daring to lift her head.Marie was no stranger—she was Angela's mother.Angela remained silent, flipping through the information Clara had compiled on Joel. Her gaze lingered on his picture. He was a man in his 50s who still had an air of refined elegance.Joel Crawford… Marie had never mentioned him, nor had she left behind any notes about him.Angela couldn't help but wonder whether Joel had gone against Bill all these years as a way to avenge Marie. It seemed
As Angela noticed Dexter's slightly tense face, an unexplainable thought arose in her mind.She could almost picture him awkwardly giving orders to Rocky, telling him to hire online commenters to stir up rumors about them.Rocky would probably think he had misheard and ask for confirmation, only to be scolded in a low voice before he scurried away with his tail between his legs.Clearing her throat, Angela asked casually, "Have you eaten?" Dexter didn't meet her gaze. "I have." Then, he quickly went upstairs."I genuinely think he has strong feelings for you. Are you really not going to consider being with him? It's not every day you come across a good man like him—even in a place like Eldmere City."Chuckling, Mia then added, "Besides, he's completely devoted to you. Imagine the prestige of being able to conquer a man like that!"Angela merely smiled noncommittally.The world truly didn't make sense. Since ancient times, men had always been the ones taught to pursue power,
"Can't you guys just ship them peacefully? Why do you have to compare and put others down? They're a real married couple, not some random lovebirds.""They are both gorgeous. I've never seen such a perfectly matched couple before. They need to be together forever!"What even was this?"You still don't know? You two have been trending online like crazy lately. For some reason, everyone thinks you two are a perfect match. There's even merchandise of you guys—can you believe that?"Mia came over to hang out with Angela and casually brought up the topic. The two women immediately started buzzing about it.Angela began to laugh so hard that the injury on her back got tugged, making her grimace in pain."Does no one care about how I got hurt? Why is everyone's focus on something so weird?" She gritted her teeth.The staff from the operations and logistics department told her that the chandelier had fallen purely by accident. Apparently, there had been ongoing renovations upstairs and
Everyone remained silent, staring straight at the person in the center of the stage.As if nothing had happened before, Angela calmly took the trophy from the event hostess, maintaining her smile and handing it to each award recipient in an orderly manner.Clara, one of the outstanding employees, stood at the front of the line. The moment she received the award from Angela, she could no longer hold back. Tears welled up in her eyes and streamed down uncontrollably."Does… does it hurt?" Her voice was choked with emotion, heartache evident in every word.Curving her lips into a reassuring smile, Angela wiped away Clara's tears. "I'm fine. Don't worry."Then, she continued presenting the awards to the rest of the employees. All ten employees looked at her with admiration.Meanwhile, the livestream chat was going wild."Oh my god, this woman is incredible! Wasn't she the one who got hurt earlier? How is she so strong when she looks so delicate?""I swear I saw a huge gash on her b