Catelyn looked at Joanne coldly and said, "Do you think Cedrick treats me well because of Miles? Besides, I will never betray my own child for money.""Oh, I'm just joking, don't be angry..." said Joanne. She knew Catelyn would never be able to have Miles acknowledge Cedrick as his father, but she could not help but wonder."Kitty, I know you're afraid of your child being taken away, but you need to know how powerful Cedrick is. The Mason Family would turn your whole world upside down if you kidnap their child," Joanne warned."And that's why I need a brand new identity and passport. You mentioned before that you know someone in the black market. Can you help me with this?" asked Catelyn.Joanne immediately understood and answered, "No problem, leave this to me.""Thank you. I feel much better now," said Catelyn. She started sobbing as she hugged Joanne.Joanne gave her a big bear hug in return. "What if the mysterious person is just trying to deceive you? Maybe he wouldn't even
She was crying while reaching out for Kelly's shoes. "Aunt Kelly, bring me to see Granny, okay? I will apologize to her. I will not make impulsive decisions anymore. I just hated Catelyn that…""There's no use for that." Kelly interjected before Lola could finish her sentence. "Granny had never changed her decisions once made. Plus, do you know why she was always so tolerant and accommodating to you?"Lola froze and shook her head cluelessly. "Why?""Because you resemble Miss Summer."It was a short answer but so sharp that it pierced right through Lola's heart. She looked at Kelly in disbelief. Miss Summer?Of course, she knew. She was Granny Atherton's daughter who went missing twenty years ago. "If I look like her, why is Granny not willing to forgive me!" She wept and regretted it deep down.Granny brought her back to Atherton Manor when she was still in middle school.Granny Atherton was kind to her, and she treated Granny Atherton as though she was her own Granny too.
The secretary paused again before answering, "I have no comment on your personal matter with Jamie."Louella hung up and felt extremely on edge. She decided to go straight to Jamie's office.…In the meantime, Jamie was sitting on the leather couch in the office. In his arms was a female secretary. He was also holding a cigarette in between his fingers.White smoke wafted up into the air…His best friend, Joseph Welsh, sat on the couch opposite him."Jamie, do you really not care about Louella anymore?" Joseph Welsh rubbed his palm against his chin, and he looked as though he was up to no good. Jamie knew what he was up to and waved his hand impatiently. "I was with her only because of her family. Now I got bored, plus Granny Atherton did not really care about her anymore. Why should I care for her?""She's pregnant with your child."Jamie suddenly smiled sinisterly. "If you could transfer the title of that land in the East City to me, I would get her to keep you company."J
The department had around thirty members in total. Five of them were engineers, while the rest were architects and designers. The Design Director was an infamous international engineer cum architect, Winnie Mason. She was also Cedrick's cousin. She was very much respected as the leader and mastermind of the entire team.George Graham was also her subordinate.Catelyn started her new job that morning. Another designer did so too. Coincidentally, it was the girl she met the other day at the interview, Samantha. She put on dainty makeup and looked extra youthful and energetic. Samantha was really shocked to see her.Did she pass the interview too?"It's you!" Samantha carried her bang, smiled, and strode across to Catelyn. She gave her a big hug. "I heard there are two new designers who are joining the department today. I did not expect the other one to be you! We are colleagues from now on. My name is Samantha…"Catelyn was not used to her friendliness and politely shook her h
Samantha recognized George from his photo, so she walked to him, grinning."Mister Graham?" Samantha shook his hand. "Are you here to see Miss Monroe? She is still working. I can help you to call her…"George frowned slightly, hearing Jennifer's name.When he saw that Catelyn was walking out with Samantha, he smiled again and shook his head lightly. "No, I am here to meet Catelyn.""Catelyn?" Samantha's jaw went unhinged. Her gaze alternated between George and Catelyn. "You… You both knew each other? Oh my gosh, Catelyn, no wonder you were so interested in the gossip between Miss Monroe and Mister Graham. You were jealous!"Catelyn was sweating, and she was worried that George had misunderstood it. She explained, "Don't you make assumptions. I had worked with George before on a project. Therefore we know each other. There's no gossip like you thought. I guess you should find a better career as a paparazzi instead of an Assistant Architect…""Haha, no way, I will not be a papara
He stared at the photo for a long time.He was the person she met?…In the days that Catelyn was waiting for Joanne and the mysterious man, she was mostly just languishing. She would not take much initiative at work, but she would not drag the team's progress either. She tried to lie low and be invisible. Today, she finished her task given by Jennifer and then helped Samantha with a data comparison table. Halfway through, Samantha suddenly nudged her shoulder, signaling toward the doorway.Catelyn looked to where she pointed. George was here again, smiling at her gently, seemingly trying to have a conversation."Catelyn, Mister Graham have been here to see you three times this week, no?" Samantha giggled playfully.Catelyn pretended to be annoyed and buried herself in the table. "Maybe he's looking for someone else.""He is obviously looking at you." Samantha then snatched her papers away and pushed her to the door. "Here, this was originally my task. You go on with your date
"They… They can't accept it yet. Trust me, give me some time. I can convince them." George panicked and grabbed Catelyn's hands.His heart was racing just at the thought of it.George then promised earnestly, "To me, you are the best. I have fallen for you since the first time we met. However, you were still with BrightGene Group back then. I knew that it was not time yet, but now… Everything has fallen into place. Can you give me a chance and allow me to take care of you and Miles, okay?"Their eyes interlocked. Catelyn could see her own reflection in his eyes.She believed he was being serious. However, she also believed that she was a problem magnet for now. She had a lot of problems to solve, and whoever hooked up with her would be unfortunate too. She did not want to involve any other people.Furthermore… She might leave Mason Group very soon."I am sorry, George, we can be friends." Catelyn slowly pulled her hands out of his, placed two red bills on the table, turned, and
Cedrick was triggered. "Are you threatening me?""Looks like you really are still mad at me. I will leave now."Catelyn did not want to stay and argue with him. That would ruin her mood.Cedrick did not expect her to leave and shouted at the top of his lungs through the glass window pane in between them, "Catelyn, leave if you dare!"Catelyn did not say anything. What was he playing?The air was still.Cedrick's cigarette burnt halfway through, and the ashes fell lightly on the back of his hand. He could not bother to dust them off. He tugged at his tie impatiently and pushed the passenger seat door open. "Get in, or are you waiting for an invite?"Catelyn wondered if his brain was damaged by something; otherwise, why did he be in such a horrible mood?However, Catelyn did not have the heart to annoy him any further, not after that incident that day.She got in the car obediently and fastened her seatbelt.She looked up from the car and realized that it was a perfect angle to
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