As she hastily shot up from Cedrick's hold, her body ached with pain from her injuries, and she almost hit Cedrick's jaw, too.She winced in agony.Cedrick held her down quickly and sternly glared at her. Not allowing her to refute, he said, "You're injured now, and you must go to the hospital for a body check! Leave this to me; I'll bring your grandmother back safely.""No," Catelyn said weakly, "Eugene has already betrayed his family and all relatives for the Atherton family's assets. He must've used me to bait my grandma to the cruise ship. He must've known that I was rescued and he has no way to escape anymore. Who knows he'd be so mad that he wants to die with Grandma?""Don't you believe that I can save her?" Cedrick asked confidently."Of course I do..."Catelyn knew that Cedrick was easy to yield with sweet talks. Thus, she tugged at the hem of Cedrick's clothes pitifully and rubbed her head against his chest. "Why wouldn't I believe in you? I just reunited with my grandm
"If you want me to release your precious granddaughter, sign this contract quickly!"Eugene sat on the couch with his legs crossed and slid a contract in front of Sylvie. Meanwhile, two burly bodyguards were standing beside him, their eyes gleaming maliciously.Sylvie was warned not to bring anyone, so it was just her own, standing opposite Eugene.Even so, facing the condescending Eugene and his bodyguards, she showed no fear.She gave the contract a once-over and realized it was to transfer all her assets under Eugene's name.Sylvie was heartbroken and made her last persuasion. "Eugene, stop being depraved by wealth. As long as you're willing to let Cat go back now, I can forgive you for everything you've done in the past. You'll always be my son, the Second Master of our family...""Haha! The Second Master?" Eugene seemed amused as he burst into laughter. "You never allowed me to be in charge of anything in the company, and I was laughed at by my elder brother! What kind of Ma
"Good. you should've done that from the start," sneered Eugene before signaling the bodyguard to let go of Sylvie. It was only if Sylvie was willing to ink on her own would the contract come into legal effect.Sylvie held the black pen apprehensively, worrying about Catelyn's safety and whereabouts.She suspected that Eugene had kidnapped Catelyn. Otherwise, her bodyguard, whom she assigned to protect Catelyn, would not say that he saw Eugene's subordinate taking Catelyn away. However, Eugene did not seem to know where Catelyn was, so it was likely that she had been rescued.Edwin had been busy lately and rarely met with people, so he would not be the one who saved Catelyn.'Could it be Cedrick?'Thinking of the possibility of it being true, Sylvie tightened her grip on the pen.Her will was long completed, and inking this agreement was tantamount to ruining the Atherton family's century-old business empire.Sylvie would never forgive herself if she did so.Therefore, when the
Judders.The noise of a helicopter engine was getting louder.As soon as Eugene looked up, he saw two black helicopters hovering above the cruise ship. At the door of the cabin, a man in a shirt was holding a sniper rifle, aiming at him.Eugene trembled, and he almost fell."Boss, be careful!'' The bodyguard quickly helped Eugene get up.Puzzled, Sylvie also looked at the sky. The two helicopters were getting closer to the deck, and the person in the lead was Cedrick."Grandma, Grandma! We're here!" Beside Cedrick was Catelyn, sporting a big jacket and waving at Sylvie.Cedrick rescued Catelyn after all!Sylvie breathed a sigh of relief. Catelyn's safety was all she wished for.Seeing this, Eugene came back to his senses and immediately took out a dagger. He brought it against Sylvie's neck and dragged her to the railing, with Sylvie facing the sniper on the helicopter while he hid his head behind Sylvie's.Soon, a helicopter landed firmly on the deck.A rope ladder was put
Sylvie could not see clearly as she started losing consciousness, then she heard Eugene's voice. "I wouldn't have done this if you had been fair and given me one-third of the assets?!"Sylvie was too old. After being dragged by Eugene and the bodyguards one after another, she could not bear the torture anymore.Catelyn was so distressed that she decided to take a gamble.Her eyes slowly fell on the black pistol in front of her…She had just shot two kidnappers not long ago…Seeing Catelyn bending over to pick up the pistol, Cedrick's face changed, and his heartbeat spiked suddenly. Just when her hand was about to touch the pistol, he grabbed her wrist and pulled her back."What the hell do you want to do? Have you forgotten what you promised me when you came?"'She never took her own life seriously! Looks like my presentiment is coming true… When will she learn to put her life first before anything?!'Cedrick was extremely disappointed, to the brink of rage.Cedrick's pull was
'Wasn't he afraid that I would kill her in a fit of rage? She's Catelyn's grandma and also his grandma-in-law!' Eugene panicked.Catelyn was also shocked, staring at Cedrick in astonishment, and her heart almost stopped.'He was deliberately angering Eugene. But Eugene's knife was right on Grandma's neck. What if Eugene lost control…?'Cedrick's action was way more thrilling than her plan…"Say something." Cedrick looked at Eugene with cold eyes and said disdainfully, "You asked me to help you subvert the Atherton family by offering me a way to stay with Catelyn. Now you've almost done it. As long as you kill Old Lady Atherton, the Atherton family will no longer stop me from being with Catelyn, and I will help you to sit on the throne of the Atherton family! So what are you hesitating for? Hurry up and kill Old Madam Atherton!""Bullsh*t!" Eugene almost went mad under Cedrick's pressure as the dagger in his hand kept shaking.Cold sweats fell from his forehead, and he roared at C
"No!"Shunk.The muffled sound of the dagger stabbing into flesh was heard, and a few blood droplets spattered on her face. Soon, she passed out from shock…Several seconds later, Catelyn smelled blood, but the expected pain did not come.She opened her eyes and found that Cedrick had stood in front of her, and taken the stab for her. Cedrick wrapped Catelyn with one arm, turned around, and kicked Eugene forcefully.Eugene fell and rolled on the deck and eventually fell into the sea.Splash."Ceddy..." Catelyn quickly got her head out of Cedrick's arms and checked the wound on Cedrick's belly. Her pitch was high as she was in fright and almost burst into tears. "Quick, Eason, take Master Cedrick and my grandma to the hospital! Now!"Ceddy, hold on, you'll be okay… I'm sorry, it's all my fault..."Eason was also quite frightened, so he had someone to bring two stretchers and carried Cedrick and Sylvie into the helicopter....Time flew, and it was the middle of winter.It ha
"No! He was in a car accident and died on the spot..." Joanne's heart beat fast as she spoke.Since she became a member of the Atherton family, she would pay attention to news related to their family.Just two hours ago, Joanne suddenly saw the news that Eugene, who was being taken to the police station from the hospital, was killed on the spot by an out-of-control truck.Even though it was just right outside the hospital, the doctors did their best but still failed to save his life, and his death was soon announced.Catelyn was stunned, and after a while, she answered calmly, "I see.""That's it?" Joanne asked suspiciously, as Catelyn was way too calm."What do I have to do then? Hug him and cry for his death?" Catelyn sighed helplessly, but she was a little shocked.She thought he would serve in jail for the rest of his life, but a tragedy happened and took his life just like that.She had wished for Eugene's death so badly when she and her grandmother were kidnapped.Thinki
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