Maia tugged Richard by the hand, her gaze keen as she did.Richard had a bad feeling about Maia's impending result and was proven right when Maia spoke her next words."I'll keep the child, but you have to help me by pretending that the child is Cedrick's! The timing is just right, too."Dumbfounded, Richard blustered, "You're still thinking about Cedrick?!""Listen, you're not the legitimate young master of the Kingsley family. Cedrick, on the other hand, is a legitimate young master of his family. As long as our child is acknowledged as the son of the eldest young master of the Masons, we'll be able to inherit their assets. On top of that, when the Clarks, Kingsleys, and Masons unite their power, imagine where we'll be!"Richard fell into deep contemplation.Even though he was reluctant that his child would be calling someone else their father, he was tempted by the possibilities."What do you want me to do?""Pack your things and get the next flight to Franche. You'll be get
"I'm disappointed in you, Ivan. I thought I knew who you were as a person!""No! This is a misunderstanding!" Ivan, so consumed by fear, decided to come clean. "This isn't even my design; I stole it from Catelyn Clark! I have no idea about any of that…"Ivan naively thought that if he came clean, Madam Smith would forgive him and started investigating Catelyn.What he did not expect was for Madam Smith to become even angrier."As a designer, you should know that every design is like a child to its designer. How dare you steal someone else's child?"William, on the other hand, was mystified upon hearing this, and the veins on his forehead became visible as he hissed, "Ivan, how could you?!"Was the previous model stolen from Catelyn as well? That explained why Catelyn would leak the video of Ivan and Amy!The more Ivan thought to himself, the more he realized that he had been played."I—I didn't steal it! What I meant was…"Ivan realized that he had messed up amid his panic, an
Amy's behavior flabbergasted Ivan. He thought that Amy despised Catelyn more than anything!He refused to give it up, however. "Did Catelyn threaten you? Just tell the truth. Mister William and I are here, and we'll help you!""No one's threatening me, Uncle Ivan. Just give it up. I've warned you before the first time you stole Catelyn's model, but not only did you not change, but you became worse! I can't believe you'd stood as low as stealing Mister Smith's posthumous work."I'm so disappointed in you!"Amy's eyes reddened as tears brimmed in her eyes.Ivan was consumed by rage and raised his leg to kick Amy. "You b*tch! How dare you slander me this way?!""Ngh!" Amy crouched down and moaned in pain.Madam Smith's face turned green at that point as she growled, "Enough, Ivan! I take back everything good I've ever said about you in the past. From now on, whoever in Franche hires you as an architect will be my enemy! Mister William, I'm requesting to have a new Project Director
Cedrick took a sip of the coffee served to him, much to Catelyn's chagrin.Caffeine was proven to be terrible for wound recovery, and it might even trigger an infection! The doctor had advised him to watch his diet, so what was he even doing, sipping a cup of coffee?Cedrick placed the cup down elegantly, his face calm and unperturbed. "Nothing much. I've just heard rumors of my wife being accused of bribery and theft and decided to stop by. Don't be too nervous."How was William not supposed to be nervous? Cedrick's power was equal to the VSA Group's CEO!"Y—Your wife?" William gulped and asked cautiously, "Are you saying that your wife works in our company?""My wife has always been low profile, which is why we didn't give a proper introduction," replied Cedrick casually, his eyes falling on Catelyn. "Cat, come here."The room fell into dead silence. Apart from Amy, everyone else on the scene was in disbelief.Catelyn, on the other hand, panicked upon being called on like that
'I've lost everything already! What else do you want from me?' screamed Ivan internally, knowing he would never say these things out loud.He turned to Cately and smiled politely as he apologized, "I'm so sorry to have wronged you, Missus Mason. Can you please allow me to walk out of here in peace?"Catelyn had achieved her goal.Ivan had relied on his fame and talent within the architecture world his whole life, and without these things, he was nothing.Cedrick, however, did not think it was enough."You've forged evidence just to frame my wife and instigated others to commit crimes for you. If these were reported to the police…""No!" Ivan lost his composure as he shrieked, "I have an elderly mother to take care of at home! I can't go to jail!""Don't worry. My wife is too kindhearted, and she'd never do that. That's why I've thought of a second option for you."Ivan gulped nervously, doubtful of how forgiving Catelyn was. Nonetheless, he questioned, "What's…the second option
Cedrick wanted to make things right for Catelyn all at once."This firework-motive ring is one of the best we got. Let's see if I can find a matching ring box..." the female staff pondered as she wanted to be ingenious when it came to packaging.Ultimately, she brought several designs of unique ring boxes to Cedrick. Still, he was not satisfied."Sir, ring boxes are generally pretty much the same here and there." The staff was very distressed to deal with such a picky customer for the first time.Cedrick lowered his eyes and glanced at an oversized pink ring box in the middle of the store's display cabinet.It was a resplendent, ravishing ring.He stared at the ring box and asked, "What about that box?""No. That set is the most-treasured piece of our store. They aren't for sale separately!"Cedrick soon took out a black card. "I'll buy the ring altogether. Now give me the box."The staff silently rolled her eyes.…Coming out of the jewelry store, Cedrick looked at the bran
When it was time to get off work, Catelyn packed up.William had already fired Ivan and Amy and changed the way he treated Catelyn since then.He came to offer her a ride back home. Still, Catelyn entered a lift with a perfunctory smile.All of a sudden, her phone rang. The screen displayed a series of numbers she did not recognize."Hello, is this Miss Clark?" rang an old lady's voice that carried vicissitude."Yes, and you are?" Catelyn held the phone in one hand and clocked out with another to get off work."I'm George's mother. There's something I want to talk to you about."'George's mother?'Catelyn had not seen George for a long time. The last time they met was at the resort, but she deliberately avoided him at that time."Please carry on, Missus Graham.""George has been a good boy since he was a child."His father and I had run a timber factory before this. Although we're not wealthy, we're not below average at all. However, not long ago, someone reported our factor
Cedrick's frown deepened.The florist must have made a bad recommendation. Red roses probably were not Catelyn's favorite.…Cedrick took Catelyn to a giant cruise ship for dinner.The luxurious ship with blue-and-white stripes sailed in the sea, rolling up the waves as it moved.Catelyn followed Cedrick to the cruise's deck as her black wide-leg pants flapped in the wind.The moment she set foot on the cruise ship, melodious soothing saxophone music played.The sky had not darkened. Still, the ship was already full of candles and the light illuminated the entire hull.Due to the strong sea breeze, the candles were covered in glasses, which added a bit of fantasticality to the deck.The dim candlelight set off the beautifully furnished deck and the red carpet that extended from the deck to the dining room in the inner cabin. In the dining room, a plain white dining table was decorated with beautiful roses and lilies, overflowing with romance."Master Cedrick, Miss Clark, it's
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