"I think that we have to look at the evidence about whether these gentlemen slandered Ms. Madden or not, not just by relying on what others say. Don't you agree?" Mrs. Leigh suddenly let go of her husband's arm, stepped forward, and said to the crowd with a meaningful smile.The crowd nodded, feeling that it was justified.Lyra's heart skipped a beat when she looked at the smile on Mrs. Leigh's face. An ominous feeling instantly rose, causing her body to tense.Julien sensed Lyra's strange behavior and lowered his head to ask her, "What's wrong?""I... I'm fine." Lyra forced a smile on her face. "I'm just hurting a little from the fall. Julien, can you take me to the doctor?"Her intuition told her to get out of this place right away.Otherwise, something beyond her control would happen.Julien subconsciously wanted to tell her that he would take her after this matter was resolved.However, when he looked at Lyra's begging eyes, he finally nodded and agreed.He held Lyra's arm
Everyone suddenly turned their attention to Lyra. Naturally, Lyra had become the target of public criticism. She subconsciously hid behind Julien. However, Julien’s hand on her shoulder was firm, and he pushed her forward. “Lyra, you must admit your mistakes and bear the consequences of your own actions.” Lyra’s eyes widened and she stared at Julien in disbelief. She could not believe that he would choose to make her admit her mistakes instead of protecting her. Lyra bit her lip and a flash of hatred appeared in her eyes. Although it was fleeting, Julien noticed it and he was stunned. Lyra hated him? Just because he chose not to help her? “I guess you figure it out, President Flint. I will not beat around the bush then. Mrs. Leigh took a sip of her wine and continued, “I was on the second floor earlier and I saw that it was Ms. Madden herself who ran into Ms. Raines. Ms.Raines did nothing, yet Ms. Lyra fell to the ground all of a sudden.” “Do you mean that Lyra deli
“Me?” Sydney smiled. “Tell me, how did I make you wear that? Did I go to your house with all that and force you?” “You didn’t come to my house. You did it in the boutique!” Lyra clenched her fist as she said. The corners of Sydney’s mouth lifted further. “Really? In the boutique? I don’t remember asking you to wear these in the boutique.” “It was you and Sharon Campbell! You both said that these will go well with the gown, so I…” Sydney burst out laughing. Luke, Hunter, and Cayden could not contain their laughter as well. Mrs. Leigh shook her head in disdain. Among them, only Julien, Brandon, and Kate did not laugh. Kate lowered her head further. Brandon wanted to dig a hole and bury himself in it. How could his daughter be this stupid? “What are you laughing at?” Lyra clenched her fists as she stared at Sydney and the rest in anger. Luke rubbed his cheeks from laughing too hard. “Nothing. It’s just that we’ve never met such a stupid fool like you. You wore thes
Julien wanted to say that he fell in love with Lyra because of her wonderful personality revealed through the letters. Yet the words disappeared as they reached Julien’s mouth. Did Lyra have a wonderful personality? Of course, her alternate personality did not, but Julien realized that even Lyra herself had no good qualities. On the other hand, she had many shortcomings such as pettiness, and was always calculative. The Lyra he knew today was completely different from the one he knew through the letters. The lively, kind, and wonderful pen pal was not found in Lyra at all. Julien suddenly realized that he could not say that he loved her. However, he swore to make her happy for the rest of her life. Even if he did not love her, he would not give up on her. Unless Lyra was not his pen pal. Would that be possible? Self-mockery flashed across Julien’s eyes, but it quickly disappeared. He took a glass of wine from a waiter that walked past them and said, “There’s no reason.
Brandon was choked by Julien’s words. Even he himself felt that what he said did not make sense. However, he was older than Julien. Even if Julien disagreed with him, he should not have pointed it out so bluntly. Did Julien still want to be together with Lyra? As he thought of that, Brandon sneered. “Julien, Lyra made so many mistakes previously, especially toward Sydney Raines. Didn’t you protect her back then and clean up the mess she made? What are you saying now? Isn’t it too late? You already caused enough harm!” Julien’s pupils constricted. His hand tightened around his phone and he said nothing. Brandon was right. Previously, even though it was Lyra’s alternate personality who did those things to Sydney, he did help her cover it up. It was because of him that Lyra’s alternate personality became even more vicious than before, and Sydney was now in constant danger. Not only did he cause harm to Lyra, but he also indirectly did it to Sydney. “Brandon, you’re right.
Of course, Velma could not win against Sydney’s weapon. She quickly yelped in pain and jumped around to dodge Sydney’s attack. Sydney did not stop but swung the duster more vigorously than before. It was as though she wanted to vent about all the grievances Velma made her suffer through all these years. As she swung the duster, she said, “So what if I’m hitting you? Who said I can’t? Do you still think you’re my mother-in-law? You’re nothing but a madwoman. I’m just hitting a madwoman.” “You… You…” Velma was trembling in anger. Since she paused for a short second, Sydney’s feather duster landed right on her calf. She was in so much pain that she jumped. In the end, Velma was afraid and shouted for Sydney to stop. Sydney was also tired. When she saw Velma’s pathetic state, she knew that it was time to stop. It was better to stop when the situation could still be controlled. Sydney leaned against the shoe cabinet to catch her breath. Velma did not expect Sydney to fight bac
“Tell me, why would I call Julien here?” Sydney was toying with the feather duster as she asked in a cold tone. Velma had her hand against her waist. “What else could it be? You must be trying to get Julien back.” Sydney laughed. “Based on what you're saying, if he comes just because I ask him to, then he must still have feelings for me, right?” “What nonsense! Julien has feelings for you? That's just your wishful thinking. Julien never loved you.” Velma looked at Sydney with mockery. Sydney turned her gaze away in disdain. “If that’s the case, how can I get him to come over?” “You…” Velma was at loss for words. She quickly adjusted herself and straightened her back before continuing, “Who knew what methods you used to get Julien here.” “A bunch of nonsense.” Sydney dangerously narrowed her eyes. “Let me tell you now, Velma Wilkins. If you continue to spout nonsense, I’ll use the toilet brush on you.” “You… You dare?” Velma widened her eyes. Sydney sneered. “Let’s see
Lyra’s heart dropped. She did not know why Old Madam Flint would ask her that. She forced a smile and answered, “Yes…” Old Madam Flint gave her a meaningful smile. “This is weird. Julien told me that you both used to be pen pals, and know everything about each other. Yet you’re telling me now that you don’t know what flowers he likes. Are you really his pen pal?” Lyra’s heart tightened and she quickly lowered her gaze to cover the guilt and anxiety. She forced herself to calm down and said, “Of course, I am. I was unconscious for six years and I forgot a lot of things. Julien knows about this as well.” She kicked the ball to Julien, indicating that Julien did not mind even if she forgot these things. This way, even if Old Madam Flint was suspicious of her, she would not be insistent on this matter. “Really?” Old Madam Flint raised her eyebrow, and it was uncertain if she believed Lyra’s words. Just then, someone pushed open the door violently. Velma stormed into the room
Chapter 1200 A Great Pair of Teacher and StudentThat was for sure.But those students wouldn't be Sydney.Sydney would always be special to Julien.He would always be a gentleman to Sydney.Even now that he was acting as Sydney's teacher, he was gentle and patient with her.Sydney had feared that Julien would lose patience and think her stupid when she couldn't understand what he was saying.She knew Julien was never a patient man.So she had been nervous. She was afraid that Julien would give up on her if she couldn't understand what he was talking about.She would be embarrassed in that situation. And she needed to find herself a new teacher.However, it turned out that Sydney was overly concerned.Julien was very patient with her. When Sydney didn't understand him, he didn't become impatient or think she was stupid. He patiently explained to her until she understood it. He was so patient with her. Nothing made him agitated.Gradually, Sydney learned that he wouldn't be
Chapter 1199 Teacher and StudentSydney's face and tone were both serious.Julien knew that if he was still unwilling to do as he was told, she would definitely do what she had said.Sydney was such a person.Even though their current relationship was close, she was not willing to take much advantage of him."Alas." Julien shook his head resignedly, pulling over her office chair and sitting down. "Is it okay now?"Sydney nodded in satisfaction. "Yes."With that, she also sat down on another chair that was slightly worse and then added, "Julien, don't think that I'm stubborn and unwilling to accept your goodness to me. I know that you want to do more for me, and you also want to let me sit more comfortably. I'm touched, and I accept it too, but if I really accept all of your kindness, especially when you're already helping me, it will only make me more and more greedy. "In the end, I will take all of your goodness to me as a matter of course, and over time, I will even forget t
Chapter 1198 Julien Was Going to Teach SydneySydney's eyes reveal a look of surprise.Julien noticed it, but deliberately teased her, "Why? Can't I come up?""Why not?" Sydney walked up to him and took his hand, smiling. "You're more popular at Skylight than I am. Even if I forbid letting you in, the staff will let you in. What can I do about that?""Nothing." Julien shook his head honestly."That's it!" Sydney pulled him inside. "I didn't think you'd be here this early, though. You usually get here around almost six. It's only a little after five now."So when Sydney saw him, she was surprised."I finished things, so I came over early. Are you done with your work?" Julien followed Sydney. He asked as he glanced at her desk.Sydney's desk was piled high with papers. Julien frowned at the sight. He liked to keep things neat and organized. "You've had a busy day, haven't you?"Otherwise, Sydney's desk wouldn't be this cluttered.Sydney didn't release Julien's hand until she le
Chapter 1197 It Was Good to LeaveYuri was one of Luke's best friends, so he knew very well what kind of person Yuri was.Such a slowcoach did something so quickly. It was conceivable that Luke was very important in Yuri's heart.Otherwise, he wouldn't have taken Luke's request so seriously.So how could Luke not be surprised and happy?As for Sydney, she didn't know Yuri. Nor did she know what kind of person he was.Now, after hearing Luke's words, she realized that Yuri was a person who worked very slowly.However, it was such an inefficient person who did her a favor so quickly. Sydney felt very touched."Maybe it was because you approached him that he did it so quickly, and of course, it was also possible that after being the boss all these years, he became much more efficient." Sydney guessed with a smile.Luke rubbed his chin and nodded. "It makes sense, but whatever the reason, it's good that Yuri got things done quickly.""Yeah, I called you mainly because I wanted yo
Chapter 1196 Strange LukeYet Sean was panicking at the moment.Why?Of course, because she didn't want her lie to be exposed.It was not like she was really leaving the country, so how could she possibly let Sydney see her off? Her lie would be exposed if Sydney went there. Sean held the cell phone with both hands and hurriedly explained, "Because I bought a ticket for an 11 PM flight. It's late, so I don't want to let you go back and forth. It's too troublesome. Besides, if you go to see me off so late at night, Mr. Flint will definitely not feel at ease."That was true.Sydney rubbed her chin. "But why did you choose such a late flight?"Sean continued to lie. "To catch up on my sleep on the plane so that when I get abroad, I can immediately go to work.""I see. Alright, then I won't see you off, but send me a message to let me know you board the plane smoothly. Otherwise, I won't be relieved," Sydney said.Knowing that Sydney had given up on the idea of going to see her
Chapter 1195 Reason for ResignationSydney sighed, "It wasn't the HR department that told me. Gianna went there for something and overheard it by accident, so she told me.""I see." Sean understood.'I can't believe Gianna said it. 'I didn't expect it to be such a coincidence. 'It looked like God didn't want her to hide it from Ms. Raines either. Otherwise, how would Gianna have happened to show up at the HR department at that time?'"So it's true that you are quitting?" Sydney asked, pursing her lips.Sean nodded. "Yes."Sydney's heart sank after she got a definite answer from Sean, the person in question. "Why? There has to be a reason, right? I don't believe you have considered resignation for a long time. Gianna and I didn't hear about you quitting or feel you had the intention before you took a leave of absence and suddenly offered to resign. I never want to believe that nothing has happened to you. At the very beginning, Gianna and I guessed that you had a problem with
Chapter 1194 Sean Had Decided to Gave Birth to the BabyLuke wanted to ask, 'Can't you see I'm not happy?'The words were on his tongue, but he couldn't say them.Upset, Luke took a packet of cigarettes out of his pocket, pulled one out of it, and put it in his mouth. He then took out his lighter and was about to light the cigarette.However, just as the flame neared the cigarette, he suddenly paused. He glanced at the bed on which Sean was drinking the medicine, not paying attention to him. Then he put the lighter away and put the cigarette back in the packet.'I’m not going to smoke it. It's not a good cigarette. I'm going to change cigarettes next time. I didn't quit smoking for that woman.' Luke compressed his lips and thought to himself.Just then, Sean's cell phone rang, which broke the silence of the room.Sean finished her medicine. Her mouth was full of bitterness. She put the bowl back on the bedside table and hurriedly picked up a glass of water and took a sip of wate
Chapter 1193Gianna trusted Luke, so she didn't tell Sydney that Luke also knew Sean had been pregnant.She didn't feel the need to tell Sydney. "Mr. Chase will keep Sean's secret anyway."Convinced of this idea, Gianna had no worries at all. She looked at Sydney and asked, "Ms. Raines, do you think Sean quit the job because the miscarriage hurt her health?""I don't know, but it's possible." Sydney responded, giving a worried look.Sydney didn't have many female friends. Sean and Sharon were her only friends.Sharon followed Cayden to Jackal City. They had very little contact after that.Sydney called Sharon a couple of times, but the phone was never answered. Sydney guessed that Sharon must be busy or Cayden had assigned Sharon some tasks, so Sharon could not answer her calls.Last time when Sydney contacted Sharon, Sharon told her that Cayden didn't trust her and that he wouldn't allow her to follow him around as his bodyguard.Syndey hadn't talked to Sharon in a long time,
Chapter 1192 Sean Wants to Resign"Okay, I'll do it right away." The secretary nodded in response and picked up the file. "Then Ms. Raines, I'll take my leave."Sydney waved her hand. "Go ahead. Thank you.""You're welcome," Gianna smiled faintly and turned to head for the door.But after taking a few steps, she suddenly thought of something, stopped, and turned around. "By the way, Ms. Raines, there's something I don't know if I should say or not.""Just say it." Sydney lifted her chin slightly, signaling Gianna to continue.Seeing this, Gianna no longer hesitated. Standing upright, she said, "Here is the thing. This morning I went to HR Department. Secretarial Department recently needs to recruit a new assistant, so I went over there to ask if there were any suitable candidates.""Well, I know about this." Sydney nodded. "Go on."She knew that what her secretary wanted to say couldn't be this matter.Sure enough, Gianna took a breath and continued, "Then I heard them talking