Chapter 58 Painful ChildhoodThe root cause of all this probably lay with Delbert's parents.Harriet wondered what he had been through in his childhood.She looked at the man beside her. At that moment, Delbert seemed so isolated, emanating an icy chill from his lofty position.Delbert turned his head and locked eyes with Kenny, speaking with sudden intensity."So, you deliberately planted people around me, waiting for an opportunity to kill me and gain control of Carlson Group?"Kenny was taken aback. "I don't understand what you're saying."The fleeting panic in his eyes didn't escape Harriet's eyes.Delbert looked down on him condescendingly. "I have eliminated your pawns, and you are left to fend for yourself."In truth, it was Milton who desired to get rid of Kenny.Unaware, Kenny lashed out, "Don't forget that your existence is a disgrace to our family. Your parents will forever be ashamed, and you should be despised just like them. What makes you think you can flaunt y
Chapter 59 A Feud"Bad guy! You can't bully Delbert!"Harriet shot a glare at Kenny and pouted in anger, creating an adorable rather than intimidating look.Harriet, devoid of any makeup, displayed her most authentic self. As clean as a white camellia, she could simply make a man's heart flutter.Kenny narrowed his eyes, lowering his voice as he commanded, "Go away!"He refused to stoop so low as to attack a defenseless girl."I won't leave!"Harriet stood her ground with a scowl."Grandpa, come out! Someone is bullying Delbert!" Harriet bellowed, realizing that arguing further with Kenny was futile.The sound roused Milton from his rest upstairs. He swiftly made his way to the balcony with his cane, observing the standoff between Kenny and Delbert below.Understanding Delbert's nature, he knew that it must be Kenny deliberately causing trouble.He leaned heavily on his crutches and thundered, "Kenny, why did you cause trouble as soon as you came back?""I didn't, Grandpa.
Chapter 60 A Vengeful ReturnKenny remained silent, leaving the house without uttering a word.He didn't need anyone's help. He was determined to defeat Delbert fair and square....Harriet returned to the island, hoping to find some respite. However, she received an unexpected call from Bessie.Bessie informed her that something had happened at home and that both she and Clifton were unwell. She requested Harriet to come back and visit them the following day.Harriet was surprised by Bessie's sudden change of heart. Instead of seeking out Nora in the Happy Harpers, Bessie now wanted her to return home.Nevertheless, Harriet agreed since she had plans to take over the Munoz Group. She promised to visit them with Delbert the next day."Delbert!"After hanging up the phone, Harriet put on an innocent smile and jogged to the study room to find Delbert.She was going to throw herself into Delbert's arms and plead with him to accompany her back.At the Munoz family's villa, Bessie
Chapter 61 A Storm BrewingThe morning sun illuminated the surroundings, casting a bright glow on the door of the Munoz family's villa."Mr. Delbert, Miss Harriet, please come in."Clifton knew about their visit today, yet he only sent the old housekeeper to welcome them.Hiding in his room, he hoped to avoid any unpleasant confrontations regarding Bessie and Nora's actions against Harriet.Led by the old housekeeper, Harriet and Delbert made their way toward the house.Before they could reach the hall, the sound of servants chatting in the courtyard caught their attention.The topic of discussion revolved around Harriet and Delbert."I heard that Miss Harriet and Mr. Delbert are paying a visit today.""Miss Harriet, that fool? What difference does it make if Mr. Delbert is now the president of Carlson Group? He's impotent and violent, and Harriet will live like a widow.""You don't say. I heard that Mr. Delbert is old and ugly. A fool and an ugly man are a match made in heav
Chapter 62 Harriet's Wrath"Mr. Delbert."Cory had been entrusted by Delbert to protect Harriet. Naturally, he couldn't stand idly by and watch Harriet being bullied. Before stepping in, he asked Delbert for permission.However, Delbert stopped him with a glance.Wearing a slight smile on his face, Delbert calmly gazed at Harriet's fingertips.There, a glinting silver needle had appeared unnoticed.Harriet was about to take action."So what? You should be hit for badmouthing me and Delbert."Harriet stood with her hands on her hips and tilted her head like a little devil."When did we ever mention you and Mr. Delbert? You can't accuse us like this."The two maids felt indignant about being hit. Taking advantage of the fact that no one in the villa would support Harriet, they began to act brazenly.Unfortunately for them, Harriet was now backed up by a great figure."You don't admit it?" she huffed."Gossipers deserve to have their tongues cut off."Harriet made a gesture
Chapter 63 Creative Punishment"How do you want me to punish them?"Delbert's tone was full of affection.Harriet, with her pouting lips and starry eyes, knew that she had the support of Delbert.It was time to teach these two maids a lesson they would never forget."I want them to clean all the toilets in Meawood City and wash their mouths," Harriet declared with a straight face.If people didn't provoke her, Harriet had no intention of causing trouble.But if someone dared to cross her, she would eliminate them without hesitation.She was never a saint.Delbert found Harriet's punishment idea quite creative. He raised an eyebrow and glanced at Cory.Cory stepped forward and coldly addressed the two stunned maids."Starting today, you will clean all the public toilets on the street!""On what basis?" The maids, finally regaining their senses, refused to back down.They couldn't believe that the fool they once manipulated now held their fate in her hands."You gossiped, a
Chapter 64 Not a SaintThe two maids pleaded with Bessie, desperately relying on her for help. They had tirelessly shielded Bessie's whereabouts from Clifton countless times before, ensuring that he never discovered her secret. Turning her back on them now seemed unthinkable.But Bessie had no intention of extending a helping hand.She shook off their grasping hands and snapped, "You've offended Mr. Delbert, and now you expect me to protect you? Dream on!"The two maids were taken aback by Bessie's refusal. It dawned on them that Clifton and Bessie only saw them as expendable pawns, willing to burn bridges without hesitation.Panic washed over them like a tidal wave. They fell to their knees, begging for mercy."Mr. Delbert, we were wrong! Please don't dismiss us. We were foolish to talk back to you. Please forgive our transgressions!""Mr. Delbert, we deeply regret our actions. Please have mercy!"Delbert's glare pierced through their souls. Terrified, they slapped themselves
Chapter 65 Unexpected Reunion"Harriet, Delbert, you are here."Nora descended the stairs with a smile.There was no trace of animosity toward Harriet on her face. It was all concealed within her gaze. Nora's hatred was fleeting, but Harriet keenly captured it.She hadn't expected Nora to escape from that ship.It was fine since the punishment dealt to Nora had been too lenient."It's been ages. I miss you so much, Nora."Harriet grinned innocently.She walked over and took hold of Nora's hand.Nora instinctively wanted to shake off Harriet's hand, but Delbert stood nearby, watching intently.His obsidian eyes seemed to emanate an icy chill, piercing through her soul and freezing her in place.Nora paused, allowing Harriet to hold her hand and prattle on."I want to thank you for marrying me to Delbert. I'm living in a big house and surrounded by a bunch of servants," Harriet crowed with a dimwitted expression, testing Nora's reaction.As expected, when Nora heard her bo