After all, new and old grudges were not so easily erased.Selena’s face was as calm as ever.She just frowned slightly when he heard Clayton’s name.Selena felt it was impossible that Nicole was involved.Soon, Mitchell coughed. “No, Mr. Sloan had a great time that night and drank in your stead. He was also busy taking care of Miss Liliana, so he didn't have a chance to do anything.”“Then maybe he arranged someone to do it.”Eric spoke decisively.Mitchell paused. “But there are more people who came in the name of Stanton Corporation, Mr. Ferguson. Noah Stanton, the general manager of a branch of Stanton Corporation, also came. Although he didn’t come with Ms. Nicole, he came in the name of Stanton Corporation.”As soon as Mitchell finished speaking, Eric’s expression turned cold.His gaze was stern.He had a slight impression of Noah. Noah’s wife, Jade, had troubled Nicole back then, but she was quickly dismissed.In recent years, Noah’s family was invisible and had no r
As soon as Nicole left, the waiter at the side came over with a bouquet of flowers.Selena was taken aback. Then, she turned her head and sneezed.Eric quickly blocked Selena’s path and glanced at the waiter with cold eyes.“Nobody ordered flowers. Who sent them?”The waiter paused and said anxiously, “It’s from a guest from CK Corporation. They said that they specially sent a bouquet of flowers to congratulate you and your wife on your wedding.”Eric frowned and said mercilessly.“Take it away! My wife is allergic to pollen. Don’t bring it in front of my wife again.”“Yes, sir.”The waiter quickly took the bouquet away.Eric looked slightly relaxed and looked at the two people opposite him.“Sorry, my wife hasn’t been in good health recently. If she drinks wine laced with pollen, she may suffocate to death, so she needs to be extra careful. There’s no pollen in the whole venue.”The boss next to him nodded. “You should be careful.”Noah frowned and was puzzled.“But I rem
Selena pursed her lips and said nothing.Compared with her repeated probing, Eric’s direct method worked.It also saved the most time.Physiologically, kinship was not a choice.Selena never wanted to change her lifestyle because of this relationship.However, she had to rely on this relationship, find that person, and ask him why he did this.A paternity test would take time.Eric once again cast his gaze on Jennifer.Jennifer was sent to a psychiatric hospital, which was more suitable for Jennifer to recuperate than ordinary hospitals.“I’m not sick! I’m not sick! Let me out!”Jennifer slapped on the metal window at the door.The doctor said, “Everyone who is sick will say that they’re not sick. That just means you have a serious illness.”“Nonsense! Let me out! I don’t have any mental problems at all!”Jennifer trembled with anger. She even stretched out her hand to grab the doctor, threatening him to let her go.She was going crazy in here.Everyone around her was cr
Eric knew what to do.Even if he could not erase that person from his heart for a while, he would not embarrass the two families on this occasion.Selena was holding Eric’s arm, but Eric smiled and squeezed her hand tightly.Selena lowered her head and smiled, seemingly relieved.She could not force Eric to wipe away his past.Her own past was also tainted.Not surprisingly, all of the Stantons, except Maverick who was away for research, were at home.Aida was originally doing postpartum rehabilitation, but when she heard about Floyd’s accident, she immediately brought Kenji, who was less than one year old, over.Grant and Kai sat on the sofa with glum expressions. They could not conceal their anger.Nicole was next to Floyd, gently massaging his shoulders. Her eyes were red.Floyd’s arm was dislocated, so he had a plaster and bandage on it. He was still smiling and playing with Levi and Chatty.Chatty stuck to Floyd’s knee like a piece of bubble gum and kept blowing on his
“You did. I guessed it right, huh? You wished that Selena was really my father’s illegitimate daughter so that you would have a target to vent your anger instead of looking aimlessly for someone. You can also take this opportunity to blackmail our family and invade Stanton Corporation by using Selena as an excuse. Am I right?”Nicole sneered, and that contemptuous gaze on her gorgeous face stung Eric.His heart throbbed involuntarily.He could not control it.This was not Eric’s intention. He just wanted to find out the facts.However, he could not utter a word of explanation.Kai said coldly, “Nicole, why are you still talking nonsense to him? Now that you’ve figured it out, just kick him out. Must we respond to anyone who accuses us?”There was a bit of chill on Eric’s face.“Chairman Stanton, since you’re confident that Selena isn’t your daughter, why not take a paternity test with her? If the result is as you said, I will stop my investigation and offer you a generous gift
Aida smiled. Seeing that Floyd’s mood improved, she stood up and went to the kitchen.“I’m going to see what we should have for dinner. Is Julie coming back tonight?”Kai responded with a smile. “Aida, don’t worry about her. She’s very watchful of what she eats after she gets pregnant because she was worried about getting fat.”The atmosphere gradually improved.In the car, Eric received a call from Mitchell.“Did the results come out?”They did not get Floyd’s DNA sample, but they managed to get samples from other suspects.“Yes. None of them is a match.”With Mitchell's words, the air in the car cooled down.Selena’s eyes dimmed slightly.She was a little disappointed.This way, their hope still fell on Floyd.Eric grabbed Selena’s hand.“Don’t worry. We’ll find a way.”Selena nodded. “I don’t think Chairman Stanton is that kind of person.”Floyd always talked about his late wife and raised his children to be harmonious.It was rare among the rich.This matter was on
The inside of the villa seemed to be the same as before, but the dust that fell on it formed a solid memory.Selena and her aunt stepped in one step at a time, destroying the integrity of the place.The aunt covered her mouth and nose, not wanting to smell the rotten and unpleasant smell inside.“I won’t go upstairs. You can go by yourself and take whatever you want.”If it was not for Jennifer, she would not have come here at all.She was not worried that Selena would find any bank cards here.That was because when Selena’s mother passed away, the old man had already searched and taken away all the valuables.The rest were irrelevant things.Selena looked at the surrounding furnishings.The living room was decorated in a warm beige color scheme, and the light was supposed to shine through the windows.However, the floor-to-ceiling window was covered in greenery that blocked all the light, making it airtight and bringing about unbearable stuffiness.Selena could vaguely see
[This little baby in my arms looks very much like me and Joel. I’m looking forward to her growing up. She likes the swing downstairs and climbs up and down the stairs. She always sneaks away when I’m not paying attention.][She is a beam of light that isn’t strong, like the bright and gentle moonlight, which makes my life a little brighter.][Selena, Mom has loved you in the past year, but I can’t continue to love you anymore. The devil came with your paternity test, and my love for you has become a betrayal. He asked me to continue that disgusting relationship, but I said no. I know that my time is up. I don’t want my life to be dictated by others, so I would rather die to free myself. I thought about taking you with me, but I couldn’t bear it. If you survive this and grow up, you must remember not to look for that devil. How great would it be if you were Joel and my child? But I hope that I will never meet Joel Nelson in my next life.]Selena’s mother hated her incompetent husband
Chatty and Fischer had been apart for so long, so they cried when they finally hugged.Fischer could not bear to see her cry.When her sobbing eased a little, Fischer lowered his head to wipe her tears and gently coaxed her not to cry.Chatty took a deep breath and calmed herself down as soon as possible.She had so many questions for him.Seeing that her eyes were swollen from crying, Fischer pinched her cheek and said with a smile, “Do you still want to drink coffee? If you don’t want this, we can go to my place, and I’ll make you a cup of coffee.”Chatty nodded.Fischer let down his hand and naturally held Chatty’s hand. He turned around to pick up her bag and pushed the door open.The waiter at the back was envious that they were such a perfect match.Chatty saw that he was holding her hand and felt as if an electric current passed through her heart.When they were young, Fischer often held her hand. They were inseparable, and he liked her the most.Was he still the same
After Chatty left, Clayton sighed miserably for several days, and Nicole was speechless when she saw this.Life in school was not so boring.Although Chatty had been spoiled since childhood, she was not arrogant or insufferable.Chatty was bubbly, outgoing, and clever, so she was very popular.From time to time, she invited everyone to party in her big villa. Thus, everyone loved her even more.Chatty also enjoyed her time alone.She would go for a walk along the Seine and feed the pigeons in the sunset...However, she always felt that someone was watching her whenever she was alone.Even so, she did not think much about it. After all, her father arranged so many security personnel for her.Maybe that stare was from a bodyguard.Chatty walked alone in the sunset with an ice cream in hand and a limited-edition bag that her mom bought for her. Chatty was planning to send this bag back to Mediania.She was a young and beautiful lady with stunning features, so she was a sight to
Clayton talked to Chatty about studying abroad.Chatty agreed without hesitation.He asked her where she wanted to go, to which she replied that she was fine with anywhere except France.Clayton pondered for a while before asking, “Are you reluctant about France because of Fischer?”Chatty’s eyes turned red.“I don’t remember him at all. Daddy, don’t mention him!”She felt aggrieved.Chatty grew up with him, and he suddenly disappeared one day.It felt like a dream.That person was no longer behind her. Fischer was no longer around.Chatty missed him very much, but Fischer did not even say goodbye.Clayton touched her head and looked at his daughter in distress.“Chatty, now that you’ve grown up, you should know that Fischer had no choice but to leave. He also couldn’t contact you, so if you see him in the future, don’t blame him.”Chatty stubbornly turned her head away, pretending not to care.She was the apple of Clayton’s eye, so when had she ever suffered any grievanc
In the blink of an eye, Chatty grew up.As soon as she graduated from high school, she found a boyfriend.She was also happy to go home and share the good news with Nicole.Nicole did not think much of it. She thought that her daughter should enjoy the feeling of sweet and youthful love.Thus, Nicole asked Chatty about her feelings and did not think she was too serious in a relationship.Nicole felt that she could turn a blind eye to it.However, when Clayton found out, he could not sleep all night.Clayton intended to have a good talk with his daughter.Chatty did not think much of it.“Everyone in my class has a boyfriend. If I didn’t have one, I wouldn’t be able to keep up with the trend! Of course, I have to date while I’m young. Otherwise, it won’t be considered puppy love anymore! Life without a first love isn’t perfect!”Clayton tried to persuade her. “You’re still young. If you see the world, you’ll know that men aren’t great.”“Then is Mommy blind since she’s with y
Another surveillance footage showed that the waiter almost dropped the tray because of the instability of the wine glasses, so the waiter moved the position of the wine glass. However, Jade was unaware of this.The autopsy results came out overnight.Jade was found to be poisoned by potassium cyanide.The ingredients were the same as the small bottle that Jade was carrying.Jade intentionally wanted to kill someone, but she accidentally killed herself.She would never understand which part of her scheme went wrong and why she ended up dead.The police checked the surveillance footage and found that the small bottle was initially dropped by Selena’s aunt.They followed the lead and arrested her.The aunt confessed everything without omission and told the police that she was threatened, so she had to go to the event.However, the aunt did not want to harm anyone, so she took the opportunity of her fall to throw away the bottle of medicine.Unexpectedly, Jade did not give up and
Jade was silent for a moment. Then, she pursed her lips.“I don’t care what method you use. You must get your parents to see Selena. Otherwise, I will make your parents drink this bottle of potassium cyanide.”Jennifer raised her head abruptly. Her face was extremely pale.“Okay.”She spoke in a low voice.The uneasiness and fear in her eyes could not be concealed.......A few days later, the opportunity came.Eric specially brought Selena to attend a charity auction to relax her mind.Moreover, he also bought a lot of jewelry and antiques. Soon, he became the focus of the crowd.After the auction, there was a charity dinner.Jennifer’s parents managed to get an invitation through various channels.Jade was already in the center of the venue. She wanted to watch this good show, but Jennifer’s parents came late, and the crowd dispersed when they arrived.Jade was furious.If they missed this opportunity, how long would they have to wait for the next opportunity?The Stan
When Selena talked about Nicole and Eric, she had a smile on her face, and there was no concern or disgust in her eyes.It was probably because Selena felt that Eric had left his past behind.Eric would never approach Nicole again, and they each had their own lives.Nicole smiled. The gemstone bracelet in the box was shiny and beautiful. It was extravagant with each carefully crafted gemstone. There was a kind of wild and exquisite beauty to it.Nicole shook her head and could not help but laugh.“I liked collecting these a few years ago, but I’ve restrained myself now. Thank you, I really like it!”Selena took the initiative to give her a gift, which showed that she did not mind Nicole’s past with Eric. They just laughed it off.Nicole wore the bracelet on her wrist. It was indeed very beautiful.Selena smiled and was very happy to see that Nicole liked it.“The past is in the past. Let’s forgive each other, okay?”Nicole nodded with sore eyes.“It’s a pity I didn’t prepare
Jade’s rudeness made Floyd’s face darken.Nicole twitched the corner of her mouth indifferently.“The shares of Stanton Corporation belong to the Stanton family. Back then, Uncle Noah signed his shares over to the company so that he would only enjoy the dividends. Now that he has left the company, he will not be able to enjoy the dividends. Aunt Jade, your plan has failed. These shares aren’t part of your property division. Even if they are to be divided, the interests of the company come first.”Jade’s complexion was dull.“Then what should I do? If he goes to jail, how will I survive? I don’t care! Those shares must be given to me! Otherwise, I won’t rest!”Jade sat there looking like a rogue, as if she was determined to get the shares.Floyd’s face was gloomy, and he glanced at Jade with a complicated look.“You should go back and wait for the police and the company’s notice. Noah stole hundreds of millions of dollars from the company. The company is nice enough not to chase
Jade’s face turned pale.“You should try both, or at least find a reliable lawyer to get him less jail time.”Nicole could not help but chuckle.She interrupted their conversation.“Aunt Jade, in fact, you came at the right time. We’re here to discuss how to rescue Uncle Noah!”Jade glanced at her in surprise and disbelief.“Then… What did you discuss?”Clayton smiled inexplicably. His warm gaze fell on Nicole, and he looked like he was watching a good show.Nicole sighed.“Actually, we have consulted a lawyer. The worst-case scenario is the death penalty. After all, he killed two people. But there is a way. Uncle Noah was married to you back then, right? As long as you come forward to testify that Uncle Noah has been with you all the time, so he didn’t have a chance to commit those crimes, there may be a glimmer of hope!”Jade’s face turned pale instantly, and she stood up in shock.“You… You want me to give a false statement? How could I? This is illegal!”Nicole sneered