Edwin raised his eyelids, returning to his usual impish self. "The internet has shown Joanne’s true colors. That woman has a messy life, and she often sells her privacy for money to gain fame and popularity. I don’t want the Barricade Club’s reputation and, more importantly, our customer’s privacy to be compromised just because of her."Catelyn instinctively shot up from her seat upon hearing Edwin's response. "Those comments about Joanne aren't true at all; they’re all biased!"Since Catelyn knew that Joanne had been kicked out, she was concerned about her whereabouts.Feeling worried, Catelyn pushed Cedrick away and was about to leave the place to continue looking for Joanne when someone grabbed her wrist. She turned and noticed that it was Cedrick."Where are you going?" he asked, staring at her."Joanne is my friend. I’m going to find her," replied Catelyn.Catelyn removed Cedrick’s hand away from her and left without looking back.Cedrick remained seated. He thought that sh
There was a built-in wardrobe in the suite where Cedrick would usually hang a few of his coats in the closet.On the occasions when Cedrick got drunk with his friends, he would spend the night sleeping in this room.As he opened the door, Cedrick took off his jacket and frowned when he noticed the wine stain from earlier.He stripped his clothes as he walked inside the suite and eventually reached the wardrobe naked.Just as he was about to open the wardrobe door, his sharp eyes suddenly caught a glimpse of a small bag arched under the quilt on the bed, as if a person was lying there.He sniffed around a little, but instead of smelling the familiar gardenia fragrance, it was a strong and pungent jasmine scent.Cedrick raised his eyebrows coldly and took out his mobile phone to make a call."There's a woman in my room. Call security," said Cedrick as he continued to dress calmly.Lola, who was under the quilt, quickly shouted to him anxiously, “Master Cedrick, it's me!”Cedrick
“Send her to the police station," demanded Cedrick. "I’m accusing her of sexual harassment!”Lola froze upon hearing this, and even the head security guard gaped in shock.Ever since the guard had been in charge of security at the Barricade Club for so many years, he has seen many female clients complaining about harassment issues from men. Never had he seen any men complaining about a woman who sexually harassed him, though.“Understood,” said the head guard. Two of his men came forward and pulled Lola up from the ground.Knowing that her actions were irreversible, Lola burst into tears while she internally raged against Catelyn, wanting to drag that woman deeper into the waters. “Wake up, Master Cedrick! Catelyn doesn't truly love you; she’s only using you as a stepping stone to climb up her career ladder!"She also offered that if she handed you to me, I'll then make her the winner of the Chandier Jewelry Competition. Your love means nothing to her!"Lola’s pleading voice e
Catelyn tried to imagine it.Edwin had been dissolute for years. He had a reputable family background, was generous, and good-looking. Many women must have clung to him voluntarily.Edwin wanted to reject the girl, but she still came onto him anyway. Unfortunately, Joanne had misunderstood Edwin to be the bad guy in the scenario.The scene was too perfect. Catelyn ceased her imagination."What did your manager say about it?" Catelyn knew that Joanne was always obedient to her manager, and was a little worried about it.Joanne smiled and waved her hand dismissively. "No worries, I can handle this."That night, even though Joanne was back, Catelyn could not sleep well, and it baffled her.…The next morning, Ollie video-called her from Mason Estate.Janice had sent him to the Estate by Saturday night and had video-called Catelyn from time to time to inform her of his whereabouts.He would tell her about his breakfast, sometimes about the fun he had at his grandmother's, and he
Cedrick's voice was nasally and sounded like he was up all night.The time on Catelyn's screen showed that it was nine in the morning.Cedrick was probably still in bed by this hour."Nothing, I accidentally pressed on your contact. Have a good rest." Catelyn hung up without hesitation.The thought that Cedrick and Lola had slept together made her feel queasy, but Catelyn quickly shook her head.'Sweet, sweet Catelyn. Why do you even care?'No, she did not care.She just could not accept that, after sleeping with Lola, there might still be a chance that Cedrick would sleep with her.Yes, that must be the reason.Catelyn tried to explain to herself, but the agitation did not leave her. She regretted having dialed him.…Cedrick, who just sat up from his bed in the Barricade Club and heard the end-call beeps, had a similarly grim expression.Catelyn slipped Lola into his room, yet she was the one throwing a tantrum? He really should not have spoiled her so much.He lifted th
"..." Cedrick could feel his temples pulsing as his fingers wrapped tightly around his cutleries.Ollie imitated Miles' way of fawning to his mom and said gently to Cedrick, "Father, it's generous of Aunt Catelyn to not mind your previous engagement with Aunt Maia at all. Don't annoy her anymore. Go on and console her, alright? I'd like her to be my mother."Since Cedrick did not know the truth, it did not matter even if he called Catelyn his mother.Cedrick lost his appetite completely.It was always 'Catelyn this', 'Catelyn that'. Ollie would never stop talking about her! Could he not give him a break?He put his cutleries aside and shot Ollie a cold glare. "You want her to be your mother, but would she agree?"Ollie knew she was his birth mother, except that Cedrick was not aware of it.However, Ollie was well aware of how much Cedrick hated the term 'legitimate mother'.He pretended to be disappointed and hung his head low. He then gave Cedrick an encouraging look and said,
Charles stretched his neck to peek and noticed that Cedrick wanted to send a message but did not. It then dawned on him.It made sense why he was in such a bad mood; he must have quarreled with Miss Clark."Cedrick, Miss Clark is coming for an interview this afternoon at four. Would you like me to pass on a message to the human resource department for you to interview her personally?"Cedrick looked displeased. "Office time for personal matters? Do you still want your bonus for this month?"Charles felt like he had been wronged.…Catelyn finished her design draft and was about to send it to Chandier Jewelry personally. Of course, she still felt the jitters when she handed in her draft.It was because she was a little bold with her design this time to not have done something mainstream.However, to win the contest, she had to take some risks.She had done all that she could, and the rest was up to fate.Lola spent two days in the police station because of Cedrick's sexual har
Mason Group and Chandier Jewelry were both located in the same business district and were only a stone's throw away from each other.Catelyn headed to Mason Group for her interview.Mason Group was one of the top multinational corporations in Sapphire City, and there were also numerous complex influences behind it. Catelyn thus exhibited her best self and went straight to the concierge.The concierge did not stop her like they used to, but instead enthusiastically pointed her to the human resource department floor.On the twelfth floor where the human resource department was located, Catelyn saw a row of candidates waiting to be interviewed. Many of them were graduates from reputable universities with masters and doctorates.There were also talents with years of experience in the construction industry.Catelyn sat on a bench when the girl next to her winked at her and asked, "Miss, may I know which university you did your master's program in?"Catelyn held her resume in her hand
Chapter 1943"Just 999 dollars! It will bring you a long, happy life together."The vendor stared at Catelyn with eager eyes, frantically trying to sell his products.Cedrick looked down at Catelyn tenderly and asked, "Do you like it?"Catelyn picked up a charm to take a look, smiling, "It's not bad, but is it too expensive?"The charm was a good symbol. However, it was just casually made, not worth that much. This vendor was clearly trying to rip them off."As long as you like it, it has value."Cedrick raised his chin. Eason immediately handed over 10 hundred-dollar bills.The vendor gazed at the dollar bills with glowing eyes, took them with trembling hands, and chose a perfect charm for Catelyn and Cedrick.Cedrick took the charm and connected Catelyn's hand and his with it.His long, slender fingers moved. Even the slightest movement was very pleasant. Coupled with the romantic atmosphere, it was so beautiful.Joanne got excited as she watched them, clamoring, "I want o
Chapter 1942"Oh my, Evelyn made the shop assistant kneel to put her shoes on? That was too much! Does she think she's a noble princess?""Check out this video. Evelyn framed Mrs. Mason at the mall with a big belly.""Even a beast won't harm its children. Evelyn risked her child's life! How can she be so cruel?""Bah! Mr. Mason is handsome and rich. Evelyn actually cheated on him!""Her lover is too ugly. Evelyn has terrible taste.""Ahhh, Evelyn moaned so lewdly in the video. How can this man compare to Mr. Mason? I want to vomit..."As people online questioned and criticized Evelyn, her reputation completely collapsed, and she quickly became notorious.Cedrick became the victim of this incident.Cedrick sat in the car, looking at the responses on the Internet. He nodded and said, "You did a good job."To create the illusion that Evelyn cheated on Cedrick, Eason used AI technology to change Ralph's face into a stranger's in the videos of Evelyn and him having sex. "Thank
Chapter 1941Evelyn's voice paused, and her eyes were vicious and angry as she questioned hysterically, "But I did everything out of love for you!"Cedrick wanted to laugh. "Thank you, Ms. Swan. Although your love makes me sick, I have kindly prepared a gift for you."Evelyn looked at him in fear and confusion when she saw a familiar figure walk in through the door.The visitor was just as tall, straight, and handsome as Cedrick. It was amazing to see any difference in their appearance."It's you? You're Ralph?" exclaimed Evelyn, her stomach lurching.For so many nights, she had sex with Ralph, the imposter. No wonder the baby she gave birth to was so disgusting too."Little bitch, long time no see. I missed you so much."Ralph grinned and walked toward Evelyn with lustful eyes."Go away! Go away!"Evelyn frantically waved her pillow, trying to repel Ralph, but these attacks were like a kitten's playing in Ralph's eyes.Ralph smiled evilly, dragged Evelyn down from the hospi
Chapter 1940A few seconds later, she tore up the piece of paper regardless and looked at Cedrick with crazy eyes, "I'm your wife! It's Mrs. Mason in name only! All of this is a lie. My daughter is your child! And could only be your child!"Cedrick sneered, his deep eyes icy, "Think what you want, as long as you're happy."His voice was deep, pleasant, and charming, but what he said sent chills down Evelyn's spine.Evelyn looked at him incredulously. The smile on Cedrick's lips became even more fascinating. "There's something I forgot to mention. Are you sure the person you married is me? My wife is Catelyn from the beginning."Previous images flashed through Evelyn's mind. She thought of Cedrick's different attitudes. His passion, his impatience... Scene by scene, frame by frame, it was like a horrible movie, making her shiver."Cedrick, you indeed lied to me..."Evelyn stared at Cedrick with hatred, her eyes paranoid and mad."Even if my child is not yours and I didn't marry
Chapter 1939"I'm satisfied," Cedrick smiled dangerously, his eyes emotional.It was a smile that made Evelyn feel extremely alarmed."Then ... show me the baby."Cedrick looked at Evelyn condescendingly, his deep eyes full of coldness. "Eason."Eason respectfully carried the baby over to the hospital bed. "Mrs. Mason, please."Evelyn took the child in surprise and lifted the swaddling blanket on the baby.Although it was a girl, Evelyn gave birth to her. Naturally, Evelyn loved her.Yet the moment she saw the baby's face, Evelyn's face suddenly changed, and she quickly threw the baby away, leaning down and vomiting."No, it's not my baby! It's not my baby!"'How can she possibly be my child?' The baby was deformed. Her little face was bruised. Her eyes, nose, and mouth were all tightly grown together. She looked extraordinarily horrible..."Mrs. Mason, this is your baby!"Eason nimbly caught the baby that almost fell to the floor and brought it back to Evelyn."Take her a
Chapter 1938"Now, all of you, stop talking nonsense and do your job. We'll have an easy time when she has given birth."The doctor reprimanded and turned to go back to his office.Inside the room, Evelyn scrolled through the videos and news with a bitter smile.These days after she came back, Cedrick visited her every day and was photographed by many reporters and media. Now the news was all about her and Cedrick being in love.Yet only she knew that Cedrick always left soon after he came, never staying longer than fifteen minutes.'Is it really because he's too busy working?'When she thought of Summer and Braylon, who came in and out together affectionately, a glint of jealousy flashed in Evelyn's eyes.If only Cedrick could always stay by her side as Braylon did to Summer.Soon, it was Evelyn's due date."Cedrick, I'm so scared..."Evelyn grabbed Cedrick's sleeve, sweating in pain. "I can't take it anymore. I want a C-section with general anesthesia..."With a cold ligh
Chapter 1937The nurse rushed to support Evelyn.Evelyn looked flustered and headed back to the ward."Has anyone touched my things?"Evelyn came back like a different person. The condescension she had when she first arrived disappeared.'Braylon is no ordinary man. What if he really wants to help Summer get back at me?'Evelyn subconsciously rubbed her belly. She mustn't let anything happen to her child. She called the nurse and said coldly, "Ask the doctor to come here! I suspect someone has poisoned me."The nurse gave her a frightened look and murmured, "Mrs. Mason, how is this possible?""I don't care! Go get the doctor to check everything in the room. I will not allow anyone to hurt my child!" Evelyn yelled in a stern voice as her eyes went crazy.The nurse called the doctor in fear, and the doctor came, checked everything, and said resignedly, "Mrs. Mason, we assure you that everything here is qualified and absolutely free of any harmful substances. You can relax."Eve
Chapter 1936Evelyn nodded with satisfaction and asked with a smile, "Did Cedrick arrange this for me?"Eason thought to himself, 'Mr. Mason has no time for her.' Yet he smiled, "Of course, Mrs. Mason. If there's nothing else, I'll go back now."Evelyn smiled and nodded, "Go ahead. There are so many nurses here. They can take care of me."Cedrick had arranged the best labor and delivery room for Evelyn. Three nurses worked 24-hour shifts, so she would have someone to serve her at any time.Evelyn walked into the glass corridor, looking out at the sunshine and green grass. Suddenly, she saw a familiar figure."Who's that woman on the bench?"Evelyn's eyes went cold as she frowned and asked the young nurse next to her.The young nurse came over and asked with a puzzled look, "Mrs. Mason, which one do you mean?" "The old woman on the bench."A sneer appeared on Evelyn's lips, and her tone was acerbic.The nurse gave Evelyn a surprised look. "This lady is Mrs. Hensley, who live
Chapter 1935Cedrick was silent for a moment, counting the time. Indeed, Evelyn's due date was approaching.The smile on his mouth grew colder as he thought about what was going to happen."I'll have Eason pick you up.""I know you're busy. It's okay to have Eason pick me up, but I want to see you as soon as I get back."Evelyn smiled sweetly, not bothering with these details.As long as Cedrick cared about her, it was the same whoever came to pick her up.Evelyn touched her round belly, and her expectant face gradually became worried.'It's said that a sharp belly predicts a son and that a round belly predicts a daughter. My belly is so round. Will I have a daughter?'Meanwhile, Cedrick hung up the phone, casually threw it to the bedside, lay back down, and pulled the soft Catelyn into his arms.Half asleep, Catelyn heard Evelyn speaking arrogantly on the phone and slumped against Cedrick's chest."Evelyn's coming back?"Cedrick nodded slightly, a little impatient. "She's