"I'm questioning you," Edward said sternly, "You're the one who did this. Now you're here to harm Edmund again. What's the point of arguing? Elliot, I'll consider you lucky if you can leave today."Elliot glanced at Ethan, "Are you going to intervene? If not, I'll call the cops."He turned to look at Sophia. "Did you record everything?"Sophia responded, "Of course I did."Without waiting for Ethan's response, Elliot called the police, "Is this the police station?""Elliot!" Ethan called out to him.But Elliot did not listen. Instead, he said, "Please come to the Patton family's mansion. There's a case that may require assistance."After hanging up, the people in the room had various thoughts. Some were watching the drama unfold, some were surprised and skeptical, and others had their hearts pounding. Besides him, there could not be anyone else responsible for Edmund's death.But what surprised them the most was that the least likely person to call the police did so. It was pre
“I’m the CEO of the Shaw Corporation. I surpass you in every aspect, whether it’s ability or family background. If someone like you can covet Elliot, why can't I? I am more qualified than you.""You can stay if you help me pursue Elliot. The treatment you received from me before will be the same in the future."While everyone whispered among themselves, Janine’s panic grew. She instinctively retorted, "So what if I love him? I have admired him for a long time. Everything I've done is for him. What right do you have to interfere?"Sophia clicked her tongue and said, "If you're going to say that, then I have to set the record straight with you."She took out her phone and found the conversation records between Janine and Wylie. After playing the two recordings, silence fell over the room.Sophia smiled and said, "At the end of July, you were still desperately professing your love to Elliot. By early August, you were already married to Edmund. Ha! Isn't it more reasonable that you us
Ethan’s expression turned solemn as he sat in the main seat. He stared into Elliot's eerie and complex eyes, thinking he had underestimated Elliot. After all, the latter did not fall into a trap and even countered every move.Meanwhile, Edward lost his temper. He stood up and stormed to Janine, grabbing her collar and throwing her to the ground. His eyes were bloodshot as he cursed, "Damn, you, you filthy whore. I’ll kill you!"Janine cried in pain, unable to utter a word in defense.Jordan kicked Janine, causing the conference room to descend into chaos.Elliot roared, "Stop!"Edward had lost all reason due to anger, ignoring Elliot's words. Elliot then looked toward Ethan. Ethan seemed angry as well. He simply watched, showing no intention to stop the violence against Janine.Finally, Jeffrey intervened by banging his cane on the ground, "Stop! Stop it right now!"The noisy conference room gradually quieted down while the barely conscious Janine. Blood was trickling from her n
Elliot said, "You should get some rest first. I'll go to the office and then pick you up from Xena’s place in the afternoon.""Okay, I'm sleepy. Call me when you’re home." Sophia snuggled into his arms and closed her eyes as she got comfortable.Elliot's heart softened. He bent down and kissed her forehead before tightening his grip on her arm. When they arrived at the villa, Sophia had already fallen asleep. Elliot did not want to wake her up. Instead, he carried her upstairs before going to the office.When he entered, Hamish came over. Elliot laughed when he saw the bruises. "What happened to you? Weren't you supposed to see Xena?"Hamish was speechless. He plopped down on the chair and sighed helplessly. "Don't even start.""What happened? Didn't you get in?" Elliot asked.Hamish glared at him. "No, I didn't get in. Would I look like this if I did?""What do you mean? Did Xena do that to you?"Hamish nodded. "Well, it wasn't her. It was her men."He hid nothing and recount
Elliot could have finished his work in the morning if it weren’t for Hamish. Elliot no longer had time for lunch and could only manage to free up time in the afternoon. He went to the villa to fetch Sophia and then went straight to The Pavilion.He had to visit since she was the renowned fashion designer, Emily, and Sophia’s friend. As they arrived and exited the car, Elliot looked at the villa before him. It was exquisite, luxurious, and stable. It exuded a pure European style with a hint of dominance. It did not look like the home of a fashion designer at all.He was curious about who this person could be. The one who could send men to his wife, design so many beautiful clothes, and be loved so much by Sophia?Sophia looked at the open gate. She had texted Xena on the way here, so naturally, opening the door was to welcome her. It was Elliot who frowned, "Does she know we're coming?""Of course. Don’t you see the gate is open?" Sophia entered the yard while calling out, "Xena!
Elliot smiled and nodded indulgently. "Hmm, makes sense. Can you tell me what your master taught?”“Kickboxing! Didn't you hear her praising me?" Sophia declared.Elliot smiled wryly. "It seems your master is quite formidable.""Of course! It's a pity I've only learned half of what my master knows. Otherwise, defeating you would be a piece of cake." Elliot chuckled. "Then why don't you take your lessons seriously?" Xena added, "It's not that she doesn't take her lessons seriously. She just learns a variety of things. Because of that, her training time is less than ours. Although her skills may not be advanced, she knows the most techniques."Sophia grinned. "Thanks for the compliment.""I wasn’t praising you. Why would I praise someone who does things half-assedly?""Then why are you insulting me?""How’d I insult you?""You said I do things half-assedly."Xena laughed. "It depends on how you interpret it.”Elliot ruffled Sophia’s hair. "All right, we are guests. Let's ha
Elliot said, "He disagreed, but when they found and brought Mary back, she seemed to have suffered some abuse. She was in a bad mental state. The Carsons felt sorry for her. They took Mary to several psychologists. It took almost two years for her to get better.“Xena and Hamish accompanied her to undergo psychological treatment. Mary fell in love with Hamish during that time. She relied on him a lot. Although Hamish didn't love her, he dared not hurt her because of her condition. He feared she would relapse if he rejected her."Sophia was not light-hearted, saying, "Since he is so afraid of everything, why not marry Mary and spoil her? Why worry about others?"Elliot remained silent while Sophia waited for his response. She could not control her temper as she looked at him and said, “I'm not mad at you. I'm just annoyed at the situation."Elliot patted her head. "I know. I talked to him today, too. Hamish is just indecisive regarding people’s feelings and emotions. He has been fin
Hamish pounced onto the office desk. "Bro, I was wrong! I will apologize to Sophia. I won't say you prioritize romance over friendship anymore. Just tell me!"Elliot disdainfully replied, "If Sophia knew you were so two-faced, she wouldn't help you.""I'm just troubled. Don't argue with me. What did you two say? Did you speak up for me to Xena?""No, Xena is sensitive to you now. I was afraid it would backfire, so I said nothing. But I told Sophia it would be much easier if she helped you, but—"Elliot looked at him. "I think it's unlikely she'll help you based on your performance. Kicking you out is more probable.""Why kick me out? We're good friends, after all.""But you have so many problems. You dragged me into trouble yesterday. Sophia scolded me several times.""I'm trying to change, aren’t I? Ask Sophia to help me. I'll do whatever she says as long as she helps me."Elliot smiled and told him everything that happened yesterday, including triggering Xena’s traps. Hamish