Bruce bought himself a clean set of clothes with 3000 dollars, visited a sauna to clean himself up, then rented a room for the night. The next morning.He looked at the remaining 100 dollars in his pocket and started to draw out a plan. Once he decided on one, he put on his clothes and left.He took the piece of paper that fell out of Chloe’s bag yesterday, it contained the address to a villa.It must’ve been left behind when she posted a parcel at the post office.He followed the address and found the villa.He was stunned by the big and luxurious mansion.“These rich buffoons sure know how to enjoy life, huh. That bitch Nicole is quite the trickster after all, managing to land a rich man like him.”Bruce pouted at the Dawson family mansion.“She has such rich in-laws, and yet she doesn’t honor her biological father. Hasn’t anyone ever taught her the value of filial piety?”Bruce wanted to rush into the villa, but the security guard stopped him.“Who are you! This villa isn’t a place
Bruce raised his voice and shouted, scaring Nicole so much that she hurriedly slapped a palm over his mouth to shut him up.“Can you quiet down! I really don’t have much money now. Even if you don’t believe me, there’s nothing I can do!”Bruce pulled her hand off of his mouth.Even if you have no money, Chloe’s in-laws are filthy rich! They’re the Dawsons. The Dawsons of Johannes City! A family of high status!”“Chloe and Bryan are not married yet, that’s why we don't have much money now! They have to get married first before Chloe can start gathering some money!She’s getting married soon, we will need a lot of money for all the preparations. We are the ones marrying upwards, we can’t be too shabby and make Chloe the laughing stock of the family?”Bruce didn’t believe a word of her lies, expression cold, “I was jailed because I believed you and your stupid tricks. You want me to trust you again? In your dreams! Enough with all the nonsense, just give me my money!”“I’m not asking for
Of course, Amelia knew Chloe had an agenda behind this shopping facade.She wouldn’t fall for a cheap trick like this!Chloe suppressed the anger rising in her chest and smiled, “Bryan has been very busy recently, besides I have an important matter to discuss with you, I know you’ll be very happy to hear it.”Where are you? I’ll come to you now.”“Oh? Really? Then I’ll wait for you at the Starbucks in Golden County International.Make it quick, I’m very busy.”With that, Amelia ended the call.She wanted to see what trick Chloe had hidden up her sleeve!Starbucks.Chloe pushed the door open, walked in, and saw Amelia sitting in the seat beside the window.Chloe rolled her eyes, Amelia was just a spoiled little girl lucky enough to be born with a golden spoon in her mouth. She had no right to act all high and mighty. Chloe stood in front of her, smiled, and addressed her politely, “Hello, Amelia. Good day to you.”Amelia felt nauseous at the sight of her.This woman was a sly fox with
Anna stationed herself at home for a whole day.She watched as Chloe and Nicole crept in and out of the house suspiciously, but had no idea what they were up to. There were only three more days till she had to report for work at the Ackman Group.These three days would be the last time she had so much free time.She planned to take a short trip, have some fun and come home ready for battle.She packed her clothes into her bag, intending to get an early start to her day when unexpectedly, she caught sight of a man hiding in the patch of trees downstairs outside her window. Not long after, Nicole crept in suspiciously.Anna remembered her father was out on a business trip and didn’t come home last night.She leaned on the window and stared in the direction of the small patch of trees.After some time, Nicole emerged from the trees, her face pale as a sheet of paper.Not long after, the middle-aged man walked out too. He headed in the opposite direction and walked away.Anna felt that t
The necklace Anna gave to Nicole did not belong to her mother.It was a present her grandfather sent to her from abroad many years ago.The necklace was adorned with a perfectly cut diamond, personally cut by the designer himself which meant it had high collector’s value.Anna saw the flicker of greed in Nicole’s eyes and knew she urgently needed money.She guessed Nicole wouldn’t dare set her sights on her necklace but if she did, that meant she was in dire need of money.Nicole stared at the sparkling diamond and forced a smile onto her face.“Anna, this necklace must be worth a fortune.”“At least two to three million I think.”A flicker of hope lit up in Nicole’s eyes.Anna turned around, “I’m going on a short trip, bye.”Chloe met her mother’s eyes.Anna didn’t see the calculative gaze in their eyes. She rode her bicycle into the outskirts and spent the whole day alone. She felt happy and relaxed on an uneventful day so far.Liam didn’t contact her.He said he wanted to give her
Anna looked at Chloe’s snow-white face and waved the bracelet on her arm.“My bracelet is great, not only can I record sounds, it can record videos too! Let me take a look at my video just now.”Anna connected her bracelet to her phone and exclaimed, “Oh, I do have a video! See, I put the bracelet in the drawer and went back to my room, I never touched your bracelet.”Chloe’s face was as pale as a ghost, “Anna don’t try and pay your tricks on me! You took the bracelet!”“Chloe, look at yourself, you look so guilty! I have evidence to prove I didn’t take your bracelet, what evidence do you have to prove you are not framing me?”Chloe glared at her coldly, “Anna! Don’t try and fool me with your flowery words!”“If you don’t believe me, watch the video.” Anna handed her phone to Chloe.Chloe was starting to panic. she swallowed, eyes flitting everywhere.Anna took her phone back.To be honest, she was lying. She didn’t have the video showing her placing the bracelet back into the drawer.
Amelia glared at Chloe angrily.What’s wrong with her?Why was she pretending to be the nice guy when she tried to help her?“Grandma, I will look for the bracelet for you!” Amelia turned and headed outside but she was stopped by her. “Hold on! Where do you think you are going? Heading for a fight? How unladylike!” Grandmother Dawson scolded sternly.“Grandma…”Amelia stomped her feet on the floor, “Why do we still care about our image at this point? That bracelet belongs to the Dawson family, how can we just let it go like this?”“Be quiet!” Grandma Dawson glared at Amelia.Amelia did not dare say anything more although she wasn’t satisfied with the way things were handled.It was clear that Chloe wanted to backstab Anna. Even though Grandma did not fall for the trick, they should not give away their heirloom so easily.Chloe kept blaming Anna while using her baby as leverage. There was nothing Grandma Dawson could do to accuse Chloe.Chloe peeked at Amelia and got a glare in return.
Grandma Dawson held Anna’s hand and motioned for her to sit by her side.“Anna, it has been so long since you last came and visited me.”“I was occupied with my practical assessment previously. Here I am straight after the exam is over.”“About the missing bracelet, sorry for causing you trouble.” Anna still felt bad about the incident.Amelia was angry when she returned and saw how happily Grandma and Anna were chatting.Her grandma was never this kind to her before.Amelia hated Anna deeply from the depths of her heart.Both she and Anna were from rich families, but Anna always got what she wanted unlike her.Anna turned her head and faced Amelia. Amelia quickly looked the other way.Anna smiled gently, her long eyelashes fanning downwards.Although Grandma Dawson was old with bad eyesight now, she knew what Anna was thinking.She held Anna’s hand and patted it lightly, smiling reassuringly all the while.“Don’t bother yourself about it. It’s just a bracelet.” Grandma Dawson said.“I
Chapter 860 The EndThree years went by. Liam held a press conference and announced earth-shattering news."All my properties will be transferred to Anna." This news made a sensation in the whole city, which shocked Anna."I object it."After Anna got off work and went back home, she walked into Liam's study, emphasizing every word. "I won't accept a single cent of your properties! My own company is very big now. I don’t lack money."Liam frowned unhappily and said coldly, "This is my love for you." "I only need this one." Anna held tightly the diamond necklace that Liam asked her to design, a satisfied expression. Liam looked at the diamond necklace and smiled."This is yours. This is designed for my beloved woman."Anna blushed and glared at him, "You kept it a secret at that time. You are so cunning!""I want to give you a surprise!" Liam gently held Anna's shoulder and was about to kiss her when a clear voice rang at the door."Mommy, Daddy, what are you doing?
Chapter 859 Will Be HappyUp to now, Sherry still remembered that Michael was totally drunk and called Nina's name for the whole night after he proposed to Tania successfully.Seeing that Michael was so sad, Sherry and Michael's father were worried about Michael.Sherry and Michael's father discussed it in private. Since Michael was so sad, they would better fulfill his wish."It doesn't matter for us to publicize what happened in the past. Your father and I don't care about it as long as you are happy."Sherry stroked Michael's cheek gently. Her tone was filled with love. "You're our only child... We were worried that you would estrange from us if you knew that we were not your birth parents, but you have known about it for many years. You are still so filial, obedient and excellent. We are very glad...""I'm Nina's aunt. Of course, I hope she will be happy. So do you, my dear son.""But what outsiders will say about Dad and you?" Michael was reluctant to publicize these things
Chapter 858 Pretending to Be Happy All the Time"I know that you love Michael very much. Since you love each other deeply, why do you separate because of misunderstanding?"Tania looked at Nina with tears in her eyes.Nina took a step back in shock, "What are you saying? Impossible!""You are no blood relations at all... Maybe I misheard. But that's what I heard at that time. If you don't believe me, you can ask him about it.""Michael was worried that if the news that he wasn't the biological child of the Hart family was exposed, it would affect Dean Hart's reputation... That's why he didn't dare to mention it. He could only separate from you and hide his secret..."Tania choked while saying, "Actually, I really love Michael. I really don't want to be separated from him... Am I stupid? If I pretend that I don't know, could I be with him?"Tania's eyes were red from crying, "But if I don't tell you about it, I would be really sad. I think I've done something really bad...""I
Chapter 857 I Have No Place in His Heart By the time Ethan knew about it, Anna had been sent to hospital by Liam. Anna choked smoke and was in a coma now. Fortunately, she was sent to the hospital in time, and she was fine now. When Ethan visited Anna at the hospital, Liam was feeding Anna chicken noodle soup. "The doctor said you have to eat something lighter." Liam said gently. Anna was unhappy and pouted, while she still looked sexy and charming with her eyes dropping. "That doesn't mean excessively light food, right?" "Well, chicken noodle soup does have very little chicken and noodles. If you are recovering well today, I will put more chicken and noodles in the soup for you tomorrow." Liam took the spoon, gently blew at it and carefully placed it before Anna's lips. Anna had a mouthful, and then her eyes swept over the small table next to her. Liam immediately sent some appetizer to Anna's mouth, "This is also what I had the cook prepare specially for you, I
Chapter 856 It's My FaultThe yellow-haired man was coaxed to drink a few glasses of red wine and finally got tired of waiting.Seeing him walk towards her slowly, Anna backed away in fear."Can you wait a minute? I want to know who wants to ruin me. Can you tell me?"The yellow-haired man sneered. He grabbed her shoulder and dragged her towards the round bed behind him."I don't have time to talk nonsense with you!"Anna was pinned down by the man.At that moment, Anna's heart was beating faster and faster, as if it was about to jump out of her chest."Let go of me. You hurt me..." Anna tried hard to struggle."Can you be gentle? I'm so painful..."The yellow-haired man was about to kiss her neck when Anna kicked him away with all her might.The yellow-haired man's eyes widened with pain, "How dare you kick me? You've been lying to me! Fuck!""Don't touch me." Anna widened her eyes in horror and in a cold sweat."Aren't you afraid I'll get back at you when I get out?"Th
Chapter 855 You Know How to Have Fun!Anna was so terrified that she hurriedly put her arms around her chest to protect herself.Someone started tearing her clothes. She kept shaking her head and shouted, "Let go of me... If you dare to touch me, I will make you pay a heavy price...""Ah...""Aren't you afraid that Liam will kill you? If he finds me, he won't let you guys go!!!""You'd better let me go now!""Don't scare me. Don't you think I really dare to touch you?" The yellow-haired man had someone bring the pills, "Make her take the pills quickly. Then she'll listen to me."...Liam was searching for Anna anxiously."Have you found Anna?" Liam was driving while calling James."Not yet! There's no surveillance near the park!" James was also distressed.Liam had an extremely cold face, with a crazy and tyrannical aura around him. He said, "No matter what method we use, we must find her now!""Okay! Mr. Ackman!"James hurriedly ordered people in the whole city to search
Chapter 854 I Have Got Nothing But MoneyAnna huddled herself up in a corner.She could only feel safe in this way.There was another woman at the place. The man with yellow hair was forcing the woman to shoot an adult movie.The woman was struggling and crying like crazy. Suddenly she fell to her knees in front of the yellow-haired man, crying and begging him."No, I can't do this... I really can't.... Please let me go... At least we had been together. You can't do this to me..."The yellow-haired man kicked her ruthlessly, and the woman was lying on the ground in pain and couldn't get up."Bah! I slept with you for one night, and you want to bargain with me? Get the hell into the room and do your job!"The woman huddled herself up, and she cried more desperately.The man apparently lost his patience. He picked up an iron bar and struck the woman cruelly.In an instant, the woman's shrill cries and pleas resounded throughout the empty and dilapidated factory.Anna shuddered
Chapter 853 Why Didn't He Come to Rescue Her?Anna's mouth was covered, and then she was put into a sack."Let go of me!" She struggled violently but was dazed by the people behind her with Ecstasy.When she opened her eyes again, she found it was so dark that she couldn't see the surroundings clearly."Are you awake? Get ready for work."Suddenly a man with yellow hair walked up to Anna and threw a book into her arms.Anna unconsciously took it and looked around nervously.The place seemed to be an abandoned and shabby factory."Where is it?""This is our studio." The yellow-haired man stared closely at Anna and smirked.Anna looked around defensively. She found some men in the corner were seriously reading the book in their hands.Anna also looked down at the book in her hand. Surprisingly, it was a script!But she had a bad feeling that something terrible was going to happen."I didn't promise to work with any studio." Anna was uncomfortable for the yellow-haired man ke
Chapter 852 Why Isn't Mommy at Home?A complete family... Anna almost stayed up all night because of what Gemma said. Who were the members of her family?She had thought that her family members were her father, her mother, Nicole, Chloe, her grandpa, Grandmother Dawson, Bryan...And Liam. Finally, it was Ethan.These people all appeared in her life, but then they all gradually separated from her.Now that the whole Hamilton family left only Gemma and her.Who else could be called her family?She slowly picked up the marriage certificate with Liam. Both she and Liam looked strange in the photo on the marriage certificate. In this photo, her expression looked like she was forced, much like the one on their first marriage certificate about four years ago.Their story seemed to have been repeated all over again.A few years later, they were back where they started.Anna touched the photo gently, she could clearly feel that Liam had been taking good care of her in recent d