"Then do you plan to hang around in the office forever?" Cedrick's tone was stern.Catelyn explained, "I had ordered food delivery, plus, the office is quite cozy. I have a big couch here. There's no problem for Jolene and me to stay here for a night! You better go home soon, don't let Ollie and Miles know about this…""Too late. Your son just called me and asked if something happened to you," Cedrick said straightforwardly. Catelyn's eyes widened. "Are children so up to date with web dramas?""Don't you compare them to normal children. That's it. I will think of ways to distract the reporters, I will arrive in twenty minutes," Cedrick replied briskly.…To cover up the news, the best way would be to create some other news that was even more shocking.The entertainment paparazzi were focusing much on VSA Group because of Louis. Cedrick intended to expose some other celebrities' private lives or some shocking news about them to distract them. As for the finance or social topic
Was it because he was feeling guilty and did not dare to pick up her phone call?When she was panicking, her phone rang.She thought it was from her cousin and pressed the answer button happily. She then realized it was not her cousin but was a completely strange number…However, the voice of the person was not unfamiliar! She had been to Ocean Path Residence to look for Catelyn and the voice who told her the address was this exact one! …In the car, Catelyn took out a bottle of water from the car compartment and gulped it empty. She then flipped open the documents that she did not finish going through. She was very focused. Even if the light was not bright enough, her eyes were still glittering. Cedrick forced himself to look away so as not to disturb her. When she finished organizing her train of thoughts and placed the documents back into her bag, he only said, "Do you know why Pentaland picked on you?"Catelyn shook her head, "Perhaps we were too high profile about t
"I was always skeptical toward Granny Atherton. Now that I think about it, she is pretty pitiful too. She is already so old, but someone is still trying to use the person she cares about most to lie to her…"Catelyn herself also felt that things did not add up at first, but now that she connected the dots with Quinn, everything made sense. She also felt overwhelmed by it. Other than that, she was concerned about Stella. Stella thought Quinn was sincere toward her and was delightfully planning to make amends for her. However, Quinn ditched Stella right away and went to be Miss Atherton instead. There was also something else that Catelyn could not understand. Quinn did not have any foundation, but how did she make it to become Miss Atherton?Even if someone within the Atherton family intended to get a fake girl to fool Granny Atherton, why would they choose Quinn?Cedrick did not expect Quinn to turn over a new leaf overnight and decided to get someone to do a thorough inves
After handling the more trivial tasks, Catelyn sent the only supplier an email to clarify the issue. Hunter had abandoned all responsibility and steered clear of the incident, and she could not pretend like she was unaware of the situation.This was the worst crisis to the reputation of her company since the formaldehyde incident.Before she could settle the issue with the press, she had to make sure that she did not lose the trust of her only supplier. She promised that if the situation was not resolved within two weeks, she was willing to pay an extra 10 percent of the liquidated damages.After sending the email, Catelyn randomly scrolled through the comments on social media and saw countless negative posts about VSA Group.The press had recorded the video of when the firemen came to the rescue and edited the video before uploading it online. They pointed a blaming finger at Catelyn, claiming that she was the architect of the company and yet hid when something happened, leaving h
Catelyn set up the alarm and glanced at Cedrick, only to notice that he was blushing. Shocked, she asked, "Cedrick, are you running a fever? Why do you look so flushed?"She kicked her shoes off and crawled onto the bed, placing her warm palm on his forehead. As she did, the faint scent of gardenias she emitted instantly assaulted his senses."I think you might have a fever. Hang on, I'll grab the thermometer," she mumbled and reached into the drawer under the nightstand.In the end, she frantically put on her sweater and jacket before fleeing from the bedroom. She reached up to touch her face and was relieved that she herself was not red in the face....Completely losing the urge to go back to sleep, Cedrick went to the bathroom to take a cold shower. By the time he went downstairs, Catelyn had just finished her sandwich and was changing her shoes by the porch with traces of milk on the corner of her mouth.Cedrick picked up the car keys. "I'll give you a lift.""It's fine," C
Just when Catelyn was about to step through the building entrance, a woman in ragged clothing darted out from an alley."You heartless enterprises! My daughter died from cancer because she lived in one of your formaldehyde-packed apartments, and you're now selling houses again with no guarantee that they're safe! Profiteers! I'll kill you..." She cursed while taking rotten eggs from her bag to throw at Catelyn.The reporters instantly scattered to snap photos of Catelyn and the woman.The scene of the victim throwing rotten eggs at a director of VSA Group would surely make the headlines!The eggs were tossed into the air and darted toward Catelyn, so she instinctively covered her face with her arms.Thunk!The appalling scent of rotten eggs filled the air, but Catelyn did not feel anything on her arm. She opened her eyes slightly, only to find a towering figure standing before her.Cedrick had run out and shielded Catelyn with both his arms open protectively, so the rotten eggs
"She lost her daughter. How are you going to compensate for her loss? Is the life of a living human being something that can be replaced by money to you profiteers? That's someone's life!"I'm going to write about every detail once I get back so that everyone knows what VSA Group is truly like!"You should all be in jail, so no one would fall victim to your wrongdoings!"Someone in the crowd shouted and provoked the rest of the reporters in an instant. They all glared at Catelyn in disgust as though she was the one who built the apartments and killed someone.Catelyn ignored them and continued to stare at the woman. "If I'm not mistaken, I remember that the person who got cancer from staying in one of the apartments was a man. Madam, are you mistaken, perhaps? Could your daughter be living in another residential building?""I... I remember nothing wrong! It's your building!""In that case, we've made a mistake and failed to compensate you. Please tell me the apartment type and nu
If she told Catelyn the name, they would investigate the cause of death.Catelyn studied the woman's expression and noticed that she was out of words. Thus, she proceeded to assure the press, "The safety issues that had happened during the construction were indeed the responsibility of VSA Group, and we hereby extend our deepest regret and apologies, but we've already come to a decision: If the project doesn't meet its safety requirement, we'll tear it all down and build it all over again."We apologize for the inconvenience we've caused the public and are willing to compensate for the loss tenfold. VSA Group has a history of over a hundred years since it started in Franche, and the Sapphire City branch has faced a crisis with its reputation before due to the failings in management. We've reflected upon our failures, are dedicated to maintaining our moral commitment, and are determined to not repeat our mistakes."To make up for our mistakes, we promise that when the new units are r
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