Fia became even more determined as she said, “He is a gentleman. A gentleman would not do such things.”Tiger nodded. “Yes, you are right.”“Drive faster!” Fia only wanted to rush to Conrad’s side at the moment and face the wind and rain together.If the fake Britney said that she and Conrad were in love, she would believe it.However, she said that Conrad forced her. Fia did not believe it.Without mentioning other things, just with Conrad’s qualifications there for all to see, what kind of woman would he be unable to get? He would not do something that went against the law.“Sir, Madam is here.” Silas noticed Tiger’s car approaching from the corner of his eyes and felt that things weren’t going great.Conrad turned his head back to see Tiger opening the passenger door and Fia coming out of the car.He frowned and immediately walked over.“Fia, you don’t have to be here. Quickly go back to rest.”Seeing the fingerprints on her neck from when she was strangled, the veins at t
“Indeed, she may have said those words pitifully, but isn’t she just cursing people’s children?”“No matter if she was forcefully kept or if she offered herself, she is still a mistress!”“Stinky mistress, snatching someone else’s husband and even cursing the original partner’s children! She should be hit!”“Beat the mistress to death!”Esme heard the scoldings around her and was momentarily at a loss for words. She wanted to cry and kick up a fuss and pretend to be pitiful.But Fia spoke first. “I can testify that my husband did not do anything dirty to her. My friend and I personally witnessed that she seduced my husband and used some unknown medicine that caused him to be weak all over!”Fia went all out! As long as she could clear Conrad from having to do anything with this woman, it would be fine to directly expose that Conrad fell into her schemes!If Conrad wanted his reputation and couldn’t make things clear, then she would be the one to say it!Silas’ expression showed
The two of them looked at each other.Conrad’s gaze was complicated. He had more or less heard something.“Fia, it isn’t like what you think.”Fia averted her gaze. “Whether it is or not, it can wait until I see her before we talk!”Conrad frowned and said, “It’s not suitable for you to meet her. She is full of schemes and will provoke your emotions and agitate you.”“Are you afraid of me meeting her?” Fia asked coolly. “If you aren’t feeling guilty, then move aside!”Conrad continued to block her path, and said earnestly, “I am doing it for your good. Your thinking is naive. The moment she speaks, she is full of lies. You aren’t her match.”“You’re just feeling guilty!” Fia’s negativity rushed out. “Are you not letting me meet her alone because you’re afraid that I would hurt her?! Your heart must be very sure that she is Esme!”Conrad frowned. “Fia, you are pregnant and cannot be agitated. I will get Silas to send you home.”“Don’t touch me!” Fia threw Conrad’s hand off and
He turned around and entered the study. He called Tiger.“Where is Peter?”Tiger looked into the ward and walked to the side before he said in a hushed tone, “He was hit by Mr. Evans. He has a concussion and is at the hospital.”“If he isn’t dead, then send him directly to Director Parker!” Conrad said coldly.“However, Madam does not plan to pursue the matter. If we don’t respect Madam’s decision, won’t she get angry at you?” Tiger advised earnestly, not wishing for the relationship between his boss and boss’s wife to worsen.Conrad pinched the bridge of his nose. “He kidnapped Fia and almost strangled her to death! I cannot act as if nothing happened!”“Sir, have you discussed this with Madam?” Tiger could not help but ask.“There is no need to tell her about this matter. Just send Peter over. That can also shake up that fake!” Thinking of how Esme did those disgusting things with Britney’s face, Conrad felt his stomach churn that it felt as if he was about to throw up.He di
Jason was indifferent, and indicated for Sally to continue with the call.Looking at Jason who was very close, Sally could no longer act arrogant toward Fia who was on the other end of the line.“Fia…”Fia said faintly, “No worries. I can understand you.”“I’m sorry, Fia. I… I must have been possessed. He is my elder brother. I am unable to treat him like a stranger. I’m sorry…” Sally covered her face with a hand, squatted down, and started crying.Hearing her broken sobs, Fia slowly felt her heart become heavy.Everyone in the world had to make choices.Those who were abandoned were pitiful, but those who had to make the choice were pitiful also.“It’s okay, Sally.” Fia suppressed the grumblings in her heart. “I am not blaming you. It was just a scare. Am I not doing fine now?”“Fia, sob sob sob, I’m so sorry!” Sally blamed herself. She felt guilty and cried even more miserably.Jason didn't want to waste time, so he walked up to Sally, and said in a cold tone. “Your brother
At the study, Fia quietly opened the door and saw Conrad busy handling the problem at his desk. She was hesitating over entering the study. She feared that they might fight again as soon as she went in. Even if no fight was ignited, their different views would ruin their day. Waiting at his desk for several seconds, Conrad realized that the girl was not going to enter the room. Not able to hold it in anymore, he closed his laptop, marched to the entrance of the study, and opened the door widely. “Fia, why aren’t you entering?”Fia raised her head and looked at him. “Did you order your men to take Peter away from the hospital?”“Yes.” A cold glint flashed in Conrad’s eyes as soon as he thought about Peter.“I promised Sally to let him go. Besides, the reason her brother would harm me is not just because of the conflict between the Halls and Parkers but also because of manipulation from Britney’s imposter. The true culprit is that fake Britney, not Peter.”Fia lowered her voi
Feeling her heart in pain, Fia stared at Conrad blankly and asked, “Then let me ask you. Have you ever lied to me?”Conrad was stunned upon hearing this. He had lied to her plenty of times. The worst lie was about Thea Lawson’s project that he robbed from her.“Fia, sometimes… a lie could be a white lie.”“But a lie is a lie. A lie with good intentions? The so-called ‘good intention’ is just the liar’s selfish presumption!” Fia began to get agitated again, “You think you lied to me with good intentions but to me the fact you’re lying just means that you had ill intentions! The fact you hid Britney’s imposter in that apartment made me very uncomfortable!” “…”Conrad stared at Fia’s anguished eyes as he tried to come up with words to explain to her. It was then he realized something. Fia had been calling that woman “Britney’s imposter” or “fake Britney”. She had been avoiding to use her real name—“Esme Manning”.Marcus had told him. Esme was a knot that troubled Fia the most. Th
To Fia, Sally was not just her doctor. She was like her sister, someone who cared for her and was there for her when she was down. Yet now, she could feel that Sally’s heart had turned cold after the incident. It was probably true that no friendship could last forever. Still, Fia could not help but feel saddened by this. The more sadness she felt, the more frustrated she became. “Conrad!” Feeling hurt, Fia called out to his name. Receiving no reply, she got down from the bed and walked barefooted to the window. It was still early in the morning and the sun had not completely risen yet. She opened the window to get some fresh air. She gazed out the window and stared at the greenery outside.Then, she extended her hand, feeling an urge to touch the trees and mountains that were viewable yet far away…Meanwhile…“Sir, these are the words that Peter Hall said after we broke him for confessions. Things aren’t looking good for Ms. Manning.”Tiger handed Conrad a flash drive that co