All the reporters knew that whatever they asked, they would not get anything from Adina… Moreover, she would only continue taking the opportunity to promote her product.Meanwhile, at Winters Cooperation, Duke watched Adina smiling through the tablet in front of him.‘I truly didn’t expect this woman to turn things around even when things were looking so hopeless on her end…‘A press conference had been the best way to solve this matter. But it’s not without its risks, too.‘If Tyson were to step up and deny the matter, this press conference would turn out as a joke. ‘I must think of something to help Adina.’ While he was lost in his thoughts, Jake came in. “Mr. Winters, all the comments against Ms. Daugherty have been removed from the Internet, just as you’ve requested.”Ms. Clark came in to report to Duke as well. “Mr. Winters, the officials from the Osborne Corporation have issued a legal notice. It said that they would take legal action against those responsible for the
“Adina, how could you just lie through your teeth? Do you think the netizen will truly believe your lies?”Dew gritted her teeth as she spoke.‘A single press conference ruined the scheme that I’ve carefully plotted. ‘What’s more, how dare this b*tch take this opportunity to win herself countless more business opportunities!’Serene was so furious that her gaze could set things on fire. At that moment, she heard a familiar voice at the other end of the call.“What drug did you give Adina back then?”“The one that makes her obedient.”“…”Dew paused suddenly. A moment later, she said in disbelief, “Adina, are you scheming against me?”“Well, let’s be clear. Who’s scheming against who?” Adina smiled casually, “You violated my privacy, hired a bunch of paparazzis to make up crazy stories about me, and displayed my private affairs as Sea City’s news headlines. Do you really think you can stay out of it just because you’re not in Sea City?” Dew took in a sharp breath. “What
‘It’s okay to deny that the children are mine for now. Once the crisis is over, I’ll find a way to take my children back.’ At that moment, his phone vibrated. He took a glance at it. It was his father.He exhaled and picked up the call. “Father, the matter has been resolved. How’re things in Central City?”“You bastard, do you think I’d believe it when that woman denies that the children are yours? The netizens may be idiots, but I’m not! Just like me, you’re a playboy, and you have been hooking up with many women, but you’re not as mature as I am. I have long suspected that you would have created a b*stard somewhere out there!” Samuel said coldly, “We must not let any child that’s carrying Osborne’s blood be left wandering out there. Tyson, you must bring the children back to Central City!” Tyson pressed his temples. “Father, why do you have to make such a big fuss about it? If I were to bring the children back to Central City, the company’s stock price would be affected again
Duke pushed the kitchen door open.The chefs stopped their work and put down the items in their hands.“Hi, sir.”“You all may head out.”He spoke coldly from the kitchen.The chefs looked at each other. They sensibly got out of the kitchen, even closing the door behind them. Adina did not realize the chefs had left because the cooker hood above her head was noisily vacuuming the steam in. She was cutting the vegetables as she asked, “Chef Zinner, I’m going to cut the onions next. Should I cut them diagonally or…”As she spoke, a handful of scallions appeared beside her. The hand that gave her the scallion was veiny and slender. Adina instantly looked up and was stunned, “Mr. Winters, why are you here?”Duke said plainly, “I’m here to learn to cook from you.”“Why would you learn to cook?” Adina said as she cut the scallion, “The Winters family has plenty of chefs. I don’t think you’ll have the chance to cook.”“Last night, I cooked noodles for Melody because she was hun
The soft fragrance of Adina drifted away and left him. All of sudden, Duke felt lost, and his arms felt empty.He raised his hand and said, “And the hand, too.”He stretched out his right hand.Adina lowered her gaze. “Mr. Winters, you should apply the ointment yourself. I have to prepare for dinner…”She turned, looking flustered, picked up a knife and started randomly chopping the vegetables.When Duke saw her expression, the corner of his lips lifted, and he let out a chuckle.‘It turns out that beneath her aloof and withdrawn personality is a mature and unapproachable soul.‘This is my first time seeing this type of woman. She’s so flustered and at a loss…’Adina heard his chuckle.‘The noise of the cooker hood is blaring, and I’m chopping the vegetables loudly. Why can I still hear his soft chuckle?’Adina was annoyed by her gaffe.She suppressed the inexplicable emotions in her heart and said calmly, “Mr. Winters, thanks for introducing me to Mr. Watson. He’s really am
It was nighttime, and the sky was pitch darkEveryone was happy with their dinner.Adina held her two children’s hands and walked towards the door. “Al, Mel, say bye-bye to Papa Brown and Uncle Duke.”Alden obediently said, “Bye-bye, Papa Brown. Bye-bye, Uncle Duke. Bye-bye, Harold.”Mel pursed her lips and waved her hand.“Auntie Adina, come earlier tomorrow evening. We can play before having our dinner!” Harold’s eyes lit up. “Melody, I’ll buy a new puzzle tomorrow. Let’s fix the puzzle together!”The little girl looked at him for a moment before nodding lightly. Duke said plainly, “Let me send you home.”“It’s alright, Mr. Winters.” Adina shook her head. “I drove here. I can go back on my own. After she was done speaking, she then walked out of the mansion with her children. When she reached her car, she opened the door for Melody… As she was putting on the children’s seatbelts, she could feel an intense gaze fixed on her.Ever since they finished dinner, Duke had been
The motorcycle sped off. Adina felt a chill traveling up her right arm. She looked back and noticed that her clothes were torn. She shivered as cold air breezed through the tear. “Young Master George, are you okay?!”Liam, who was fixing the car, came to them hurriedly. He carried George and checked if he was hurt. George’s face was pale, “I’m fine.”He looked at Adina with complicated emotion in his eyes. “Thanks for saving me.”‘If not for her fast reflexes, I would’ve been hit by the motorcycle…’“I’m glad you’re okay,” Adina said curtly. She turned and went back to her car. She herself was not sure why she would save Dew’s son at that moment… ‘Why am I being so kind to him?”“Mother, is your hand hurt?”Harold leaned over and his gaze was filled with worries. “It’s just a tear, but I’m okay.” Adina smiled. “Luckily, I’ve got a few layers on.”She put on her seatbelt and stepped on the accelerator. She slowly left the winding road.Harold looked at George th
It was after 9 o’clock at night. After tucking the children into bed, Adina returned to her room and dialed Madam Daugherty’s phone number. Madam Daugherty was in poor health. She slept late every day. When she called, the old lady was watching TV. “Addy, why are you calling me at this hour?” Madam Daugherty’s voice was tinged with suspicion. Adina pursed her lips. “Grandma, I need to ask you something.” She paused and enunciated each word slowly. “Does Dew have two sons?” Madam Daugherty paused for a second before she sighed. “Yes. Five years ago, she got pregnant out of wedlock. She gave birth to twins. Back then, when your pregnancy caused a big fuss, her pregnancy was covered up by your father and stepmother. Except for the Daugherty family, no one else knows about that.” Adina clenched her fists and continued, “May I know the names of those two children?” “It’s the two young masters of the Winters family. One is named George, and the other Harold.” Madam Daugherty