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Sweet Subterfuge Chapter 173
The first call was from an employee of a real estate agency. He knew that she had listed her previous house with the agency for rent, and also about how those shameless people from the Hardy family had rented her house to someone else. He claimed to be her boyfriend and expressed his concern because she had yet to return home late at night.The agency immediately informed him to look for her at the house, if she wasn’t there, the people who rented out her house must be involved. The people from the Hardy family had all returned to their hometown, which was only a little over three hours away by car, but she wouldn't travel there for such a trivial matter. He immediately drove to her former residence but unexpectedly found a police car downstairs.His heart tightened, and he quickly rushed into the elevators as fast as he could. As soon as the elevator doors opened on her floor, someone pushed him back inside.A man in a police uniform shouted sharply, "Go to a different floor!"
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Larissa lay helplessly on the hospital bed. She had received visits from both Dylan and the police who had come to get her statement. The police informed her that Elliot, the middle-aged man who rented her house, had been arrested and would likely be imprisoned for three to five years before being released.Elliot's wife had hastily moved out of the house overnight—presumably afraid of the legal consequences, and her whereabouts remained unknown.In other words, after all the trouble Larissa went through, she finally had her house back. However, she was not entirely satisfied with this outcome. Dylan had helped her investigate Elliot’s transactions, which proved that he had not lied in regard to saying he had not received the refunds for the rent from Andrew. So, Larissa entrusted Dylan to continue assisting her in suing Janine, firmly stating that she would not accept a settlement.On the other hand, the real estate agent had contacted her and informed her of an interested buyer
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Did he, Kevan, the president of Microworks Corporation, find a few dollars for delivery fees expensive? Were rich people this stingy?… Kevan went downstairs to the nearby convenience store, bought a pack of cigarettes, and lit one. He took a puff and tried to calm himself down as he answered his phone which had been ringing for some time. "Is everything taken care of?" he asked coldly.The person on the other end replied, "It's done.""Both matters are resolved?""Yes."Kevan lowered his hand and flicked the ash off the cigarette."I'll transfer the money to your account later."He extinguished the cigarette butt and threw the remaining half-pack of cigarettes along with the lighter into the trash can.…After nearly an hour, Kevan returned, carrying a paper bag with the logo of the Regal Dynasty Hotel. He took out the food and placed each item on the small table set up on Larissa's hospital bed.Larissa widened her eyes once again."So ... you went to the Regal Dynas
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There weren’t any extra chairs in the ward, and the sofa was too far away, so Kevan simply sat at the foot of Larissa's bed, occupying a small space, cramped against the edge. Larissa was taken aback and quickly withdrew her legs as if she had been shocked. Kevan remained unfazed by her movements and said calmly, "Thank you both for yesterday. Once Lari recovers and is discharged from the hospital, we will treat you to a meal to express our gratitude."He was acting exactly like her boyfriend. Larissa was shocked by his use of "Lari," and her smile instantly froze, looking somewhat unnatural. According to the terms of their contract, they didn't need to pretend to be a couple in this situation. She didn't know what he was scheming, but she had to cooperate with him."Yeah, if it weren't for you, I might be in the intensive care unit now!"Maria and Jacob felt slightly embarrassed. "We just did what should have been done. No one would just turn a blind eye in that kind of situation,
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She turned her gaze to Kevan and asked, "How much does it cost?"However, Kevan avoided her question and answered, "It’s not expensive, don’t worry." Maria couldn't help but laugh and exclaimed with envy, "Larissa, Kevan treats you so well!" After speaking, she gave her own husband a disdainful look, bent her elbow, and nudged his waist, saying, "You should learn from him!"Jacob smiled sheepishly and muttered, "You need money to afford that!"Maria continued to complain, "It’s because you’re clumsy and don’t know how to butter up your superiors. You're always burying yourself in work, what's the use of that? Look at the others who joined the company at the same time as you. They either became department managers or jumped to other companies with double salaries. But you, after so many years, you're still just a team leader!"Jacob tugged at her sleeves, embarrassedly, and spoke in a lower voice, "Darling, please don’t embarrass me in front of others." Maria snorted but held
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Maria and Jacob left soon as they were worried about disturbing Larissa’s rest. Kevan accompanied them all the way to the elevator before returning.As soon as he entered the door, he noticed Larissa looking at him with an inquisitive gaze, as if observing a rare jewel. Kevan touched his face embarrassedly and turned to avoid her gaze. "What's wrong?""Hmm? Nothing." Larissa realized that she had been staring at him and quickly averted her gaze. She was just slightly surprised. Others might not care as much about seeing off a guest, but she felt it was impolite not to do so. However, when Kevan did it, it made her feel he was humbling himself down. In fact, everything Kevan did after Maria and Jacob arrived went against his usual behavior.Larissa even suspected that Kevan had a twin brother that she was unaware of. Otherwise, none of his actions seemed logical. Kevan glanced at her a few more times, understanding what was going on in her mind, but he didn’t say anything about it.H
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It might be inconvenient, but it was better than stripping naked before him. Kevan suddenly smirked, crossed his arms, leaned against the door frame, and watched her leisurely."Take off your top. I’ll just watch."He seemed quite certain that she couldn't do it on her own.Larissa's face turned red, and she protested, "How can I undress with you here?" Kevan promptly turned around."This should be fine, right?"Larissa also turned around to undress when she was sure he couldn’t peek. She lowered her head and used her left hand to unbutton the buttons one by one. Fortunately, the buttons on the hospital gown were large, so the whole process didn't require much effort. She was given a gown that was one size bigger than her usual due to her bandaged right shoulder. She pulled the left collar back, and the entire sleeve slipped off her arm. Then, she grabbed the right cuff and tugged on it, taking off the gown completely. Larissa felt quite proud. "I took it off."As she turne
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Larissa was discharged three days later as she strongly insisted on it. In fact, she wouldn’t have needed to be hospitalized if she hadn’t fainted from the pain that night, considering how minor her injuries were. Larissa asked Kevan for his account number, intending to repay him for the medical expenses that had been incurred over the past few days. However, he outright refuted her again and again. He was going to leave her place at the time, and was about to open the door, causing the door to be slightly ajar. Upon hearing her request, he turned his head and raised his eyebrows. "It's just a small amount of money." He suddenly curved his lips, revealing a teasing smile. "Besides, I’m supposed to be spending money on my girlfriend, aren’t I?" He said that casually and walked away without looking back, leaving Larissa standing frozen in a daze.Did he call her his girlfriend? He might have merely failed to mention they weren’t really dating, but her heart still started to poun
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Wendy said, "You have to walk faster than this, Larissa! It's almost time! Your husband can't wait!""Alright!" Larissa quickly gathered up her skirts and followed her.The sun was out.Its golden rays shone softly on the red carpet through the rose petals.Larissa suppressed her desire to stay here for a little while longer and quickly walked toward the end.It was the door to the glass hall.Gary held Aster's hand and his cane in the other, waiting for her at the entrance.When he saw her, Aster immediately let go of Gary's hand and rushed toward her. "You're so pretty today, Mommy!"Larissa patted his head and smiled gently. "Thank you."Aster was her flower boy. Like Gary, he was wearing a tuxedo with a little bowtie.He was holding a basket that was proportionate to his body. In it were rose petals of various colors and shapes.The music suddenly began playing.Gary walked up to her and extended his arm toward her. "Let's go."He looked at her with a smile, his eyes g
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Gary and Lewis left Bartham after two days.Blue Star did not give them time off. They couldn't stay for long.Larissa's holidays were coming to an end as well. Half of the time, she was in the Rogers' villa.Because of the pandemic, most of the shops weren't open yet. She slept and ate at home most of the time and accompanied her family. It was quite nice.After the holidays, Kevan and Larissa went back to work.Aster was sent to the kindergarten that he'd been to before. Violet was the one who drove him to and fro.In fact, in order to better take care of him, the parents moved out of Rogers' villa and bought a house in Kevan and Larissa's neighborhood.The days passed in the blink of an eye.Blue Star's company in Bartham was quickly built. Lewis sent over a few loyal and trained employees to hold the fort with Larissa and hired people according to the company's needs. The company was soon on the right track, and the headquarters' work was moved over.Larissa grew busier an
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Violet had set aside Larissa's breakfast for her.Larissa ate with reddened cheeks. Kevan and Aster, who had been waiting for her, got up at the same time. Violet brought out a boxful of pie from the kitchen."Don't forget this." She put the box in Kevan's hands."Alright. Thanks, Mom." Kevan looked at Larissa and asked, "Can we go now?"Larissa wanted to ignore him, but in front of Violet, she couldn't express her emotions right now."Yes," she replied, pulling Aster toward her. She said goodbye to Violet and strode out the door.Kevan smiled in slight annoyance and followed suit.…Kevan had told Aster beforehand that they were going to see Great-Grandpa. Thus, all of Aster's questions on the way there revolved around him."Why is great-grandpa called 'Great-Grandpa'?""Is he Grandpa's dad?""Is Great-Grandpa fierce?""If he's dead, how is he going to eat the pie?"…Kevan patiently answered all of his questions.Meanwhile, Larissa looked out the window silently.Keva
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Since Larissa had gone downstairs alone, it was natural to expect a few questions."Where's Kevan? Why isn't he coming down with you?""Where's Daddy? He said he would launch fireworks with me."Larissa walked over calmly and made up an excuse. "He's tired, so he showered and slept."The older people did not doubt her. Only Lewis stared at her thoughtfully."Oh … Why did Daddy sleep so early?" Aster pouted in disappointment."You can get him to launch fireworks with you tomorrow. It'll be the same." Larissa patted his head, keeping a calm expression on her face.Anthony and Violet gave the gifts they'd prepared to Larissa and Aster.Violet looked at them, tears falling down her cheeks."I have no regrets now," she said."Thank you, Mom." Larissa gave her a big hug.Violet was stunned, and she cried harder."Good girl." She hugged Larissa back, smiling widely.After Anthony and Violet, Gary and Lewis gave them their gifts. However, they were calm. Aster was so happy that he
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"Happy Reunion Day!"For some reason, Larissa's eyes became a little moist. Her voice even sounded a bit choked up."What's wrong?" Kevan nervously held her face, urging her to meet his gaze. "Didn't you like the fireworks just now?"She shook her head. "No, I really liked them!""Then, why are you crying?" Kevan couldn't stand seeing her cry; it tugged at his heart."I'm just very moved."She buried her face in his chest, speaking emotionally, "Welcoming the big family reunion dinner with the person you love is wonderful."The corners of Kevan's mouth gradually curved up as he heard what she said.The hand around her waist tightened inch by inch."I love you too, Lari."He lowered his head and planted a kiss on the top of her head.She hurriedly pushed him away as she sensed his body's response. But she couldn't move him much."They're still waiting for us downstairs!" she reminded him.Lewis knew she was awake, and the fireworks were already over. If they stayed he
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It was a rare occasion to have the entire extended family gathered together like this for the big family reunion dinner. In the evening, everyone was in high spirits, having enjoyed a bit of alcohol. Violet took advantage of the festive atmosphere and insisted that Gary and Lewis stay.Since Larissa woke up early after a day without proper rest, she was already feeling quite sleepy even though the reunion dinner TV celebration had just begun.Violet was understanding and told her to go to bed.Larissa tried to muster her energy to stay up."No, I'll at least wait until after midnight."She wasn't someone who adhered to rituals or traditions.In previous years, she wouldn't have stayed up late specifically to welcome the big family reunion dinner day.But this year was different.She had the companionship of her family.She was no longer a drifting, rootless plant in a foreign land.Kevan furrowed his brows slightly and gave her a gentle push."You should get some sleep.
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Larissa recalled that there was indeed such an incident.However, Kevan's excuse to her was that he needed to go to Westonia to handle matters concerning Edmund."Kevan knows how the customs work better than you! You're not even married. Yet, you're already taking his side!"Gary scoffed.His displeasure was quite obvious.Larissa chuckled awkwardly, then decided to come clean and reveal the whole truth. "Well, the truth is, Kevan and I never actually got divorced. I married him over six years ago."Gary hadn't heard this from Kevan.So, his emotions seemed conflicted upon first hearing that. He clutched his chest. It was as if he were experiencing some discomfort.Larissa and Lewis quickly approached him, asking with concern, "What's wrong? Are you okay?"In a sudden change of demeanor, Gary used his other hand to playfully tap Larissa's forehead.His expression instantly returned to normal. However, the tap was quite forceful, causing Larissa to wince in pain."If yo
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Larissa had to pick up Gary and Lewis early tomorrow morning. So, after having dinner, she returned to her room to freshen up and get ready for bed. As she lay down on the bed, she found herself tossing and turning, unable to fall asleep no matter what she did.Kevan had just managed to put Aster to sleep before coming into the room. He noticed that the lights were still on.He furrowed his brow and asked, "Why haven't you fallen asleep yet?"Larissa lifted the blanket and sat up abruptly. "I'm feeling very anxious right now," she admitted.Her hair was in disarray.There was a troubled expression on her face."Anxious about what?" Kevan inquired."Well, my dad is coming over tomorrow. What if he doesn't get along with your parents?" The mere thought of that possibility gave her a headache."Uncle Gary is a reasonable person. He won't easily give anyone a hard time," Kevan defended Gary.His words brought a smile to Larissa's face. "Are you saying he hasn't been gi
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"Alright, then. We shall head out." Larissa gathered her belongings and pulled Kevan toward the exit."I'll come pick you up tomorrow morning. It's almost the big family reunion dinner day. "So, it's hard to find a cab on the road. You might even find yourself waiting for half a day without coming across an empty cab."Gary didn't refuse. Instead, he requested, "Then, you come alone tomorrow."Her steps hesitated a moment, and she sighed inwardly. Gary really hadn't changed."Alright," she agreed.…As soon as they closed the door, Larissa began complaining to Kevan, "I thought my dad had really come around! Turns out, he still has reservations about you!"Kevan tightened his grip on her hand and smiled."Take it slow; there has to be a gradual process."He didn't expect Gary to change his attitude overnight. But as long as things were moving in a positive direction, he was content.She shrugged upon hearing that."Well, it's not me who's being wronged here; it's y
