Inside the Benley, Catelyn tossed her purse onto the backseat and looked at the inside of the car suspiciously. She noticed that it was a different car from that same morning when they had sent Miles and Ollie to school."Why did you change cars?"Cedrick had always favored driving his Benley when he went to work. Of course, there were more luxurious cars in the Mason Estate's garage, he just rarely drove them."There were some issues with the engine, so I sent it to the workshop," explained Cedrick as he put on Catelyn's seatbelt for her.Catelyn hummed in acknowledgment and saw from the reflection of the mirror that Maribel…was staring at them dubiously.She then rolled up the window and ignored her completely.Catelyn wondered when this woman would ever give her a break.At first, Maribel spread rumors about her sleeping with Philip to secure a project. Now, she spread lies about how she had gifted Cedrick to Windy. It seemed to Maribel that she was incapable of anything else
Javier sneaked a glare at Cedrick and ignored his intimidating gaze as he parked his car and hopped into Cedrick's Benley.Javier sat in the backseat, his arm hung over the headrest as he asked, "Catelyn, do you remember when we were on the phone a few days ago, the night when I mentioned going back to Sapphire City? Didn't Cedrick get home a little too late that night?"Cedrick tightened his hand on the steering wheel as he side-eyed Javier. That was the same day when Quinn sent those 'suspicious' photographs to Catelyn."What about it?" asked Catelyn, even when she knew what he wanted to say.Javier looked at Catelyn and raised an eyebrow. "Some people are really greedy, Catelyn. You must learn to be 'juicer' and not let those people take advantage of you!""..." Catelyn almost choked upon hearing his statement.Juicer?Cedrick then shot a cold glare at Javier, one that Javier ignored as he added, "But I trust my cousin to love you wholeheartedly, and that you're the only cous
When Javier and the rest were on the way to Green Islands, Eugene had just picked up Quinn and was heading toward Atherton Manor.Quinn's heart was thumping fast as Eugene looked at her from head to toe.Eugene thought to himself how he would have never believed that the girl in front of him was his niece if it was not for the test report. She looked nothing like Summer, nor did she possess the elegance of an Atherton lady!Her head hung low the moment she got into the car as if she was afraid that he would eat her or something.Eugene then thought of how her genes might have been affected by her biological father, whose identity was unknown, and turned out to be not as beautiful as her mother; just like how he was not as attractive as his brother, Harry.Eugene then struck up a conversation. "Don't be so tense, I'm your uncle! I'll bring you to meet your biological grandmother…""Uncle." Quinn nodded and asked, "Are you truly my family? My mother passed away when she gave birth
Granny Atherton's eyes flickered suspiciously with a hint of disbelief.She sat upright in the main seat as her sight hovered on Quinn. Then, her gaze shifted from Quinn to Eugene.She had taken a good look at the report and had an expert examine it. The DNA comparison test showed that Quinn was indeed the one they were looking for.Granny Atherton waved at Quinn, signaling her to come forward.Quinn did as she wished. "Grandma?""Oh, thank God. Come here, my sweet child." Granny Atherton held Quinn's hand as her voice wavered in sobs. She could feel a thin layer of sweat on Quinn's palm. She then sighed emotionally and said, "You've suffered all these years. I'm truly sorry for you and your mother that I only managed to have you back by my side now.""Please don't be! I'm already happy enough to see you again. I didn't even think that I'd be able to meet my relatives one day!" Quinn's eyes turned red when she said that, and tears slid down her eyes at the instant. It seemed to d
Edwin gently rubbed Quinn's palm with his fingertips as though flirting with her, and Quinn instantly blushed as she pulled her hand back shyly."Thank you for accepting me, Edwin. I'm touched..." she spoke, giving him a deep bow.He then helped her to stand upright and comforted her dotingly, "We're a family. Please don't be too polite, cutie.""I'm just happy! I finally have a home!" Quinn whimpered and threw herself into Edwin's arms again.In the back of her mind, she believed that Edwin had a crush on her, or he would not have caressed her palm so meaningfully. She swore to not let go of Edwin, her backer in the Atherton family, because it was easier to get along with her peers.After the meal, Granny Atherton asked Quinn to stay and live in the Atherton Manor. She even designated the room opposite hers as her bedroom.Being able to live in such a luxurious manor with servants to serve was something Quinn had been dreaming of.She pretended to hesitate for a moment, then ag
That nightgown cost nearly 10000 dollars!However, that gown was not custom-made due to the lack of time. Still, she was promised to have a tailored nightgown in the future."Of course, I also want to sleep with Quinn and listen to stories about your childhood." Granny Atherton lovingly pulled Quinn's arm with her wrinkled hands as Quinn's smile blossomed.Kelly could not help blinking, suspecting that she had misheard Granny Atherton earlier. 'Isn't Quinn Miss Atherton?'Shortly, the appraisal report of the bracelet was released.…Unlike the lovely ambiance that Granny Atherton and Quinn shared in the bedroom, downstairs, Harry was scolding Edwin for not taking his marriage seriously, let alone the fact that another granddaughter in the Atherton family suddenly emerged, posing as a threat to their property."Are you done?" Edwin raised his eyelids lazily after Harry had done growling."You—" Harry was so angry about Edwin's frivolous manner that his heart beat violently.Edw
Joanne was stunned as she looked at him in disbelief.'Have a baby so quickly? Do you think I'm a childbirth machine?'Seeing her surprised expression, Edwin did not intend to explain himself any further. His playful eyes flashed as he spoke, "What? Do you want me to eat with you?""I'm going to eat right away!" Joanne immediately ran to the dining room with the intention of delaying whatever Edwin had planned for tonight.Edwin pulled his tie off and casually threw his coat on the couch.The playful expression on his face was replaced by irritability.Granny Atherton had assumed that Joanne was already pregnant and it would take at most two to three months before her belly became visibly swollen.If he had told his grandmother that Joanne was not pregnant, it would have been fine. Still, now the existence of Quinn brought back Granny Atherton's most painful memory, and she was in a bad mood, not to mention the pain she would suffer if she found out the truth about her great-gra
Joanne cursed him as she never deemed him as her husband. She ran to the bathroom afterward.Hearing the sound of running water in the bathroom, Edwin began to undress."The water is ready! Take your time..."When she was about to leave, Edwin reached his hand out to grab her wrist, forcing her backward till she leaned against the wall and ruffled her bang with another hand in a handsome stance.He then sniffed the fragrance of the shampoo on her neck and asked bewitchingly, "Would you like to join me?"Joanne's pretty cheeks blushed and swelled up like they were about to burst. She failed to hide her shyness from her cheeks even though she tried to act calm.With a closer look, Edwin noticed that Joanne's skin was better than most female celebrities that he knew.Unexpectedly, Joanne pushed him away savagely, which caused him to fall two steps backward embarrassingly.His enchanting face suddenly turned serious, looking at Joanne fiercely.Joanne felt guilty for an instant. 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