Watching as the speechless imposter stared at her, Gwyneth scoffed, “I’ll let you off this time… But if your boss orders you to repeat what happened today, just tell him to speak to me… Face to face, or else.” Following that, she turned to leave, causing the hesitant ShadowCipher to sigh, before quickly running after her… After getting into the car, he occasionally glanced at her expression through the rearview mirror… but to his dismay, she showed no signs of happiness at having freed him. If anything, she looked impatient… Then again, he could only blame himself for that. She had repeatedly cautioned him against taking unnecessary risks, yet… Here he was again. Everything could’ve been easily avoided if only he had done as he was told… Feeling guiltier the more he thought about it, he ultimately couldn’t help himself from muttering, “…I’m… Sorry… I just wanted to defend you, and… P-please don’t disown me! You can beat and scold me all you want as long as I get to continue bei
Despite sensing all the embarrassed and excited gazes from the nearby employees, Liam didn’t care. If anything, he wanted more! Alas, the tension was broken when his assistant unfortunately reminded him of a meeting… Watching as he helplessly left, Gwyneth couldn’t help but feel simultaneously frustrated and amused. He was always so plagued with work… Well, she was partly to blame for always making him worried after getting into trouble. Since that was the case, she may as well start making an effort to prevent future issues… Thinking about Gaspard and Bianca, Gwyneth couldn’t help but smirk. If Bianca truly had feelings for that mysterious person, then if she played her cards right, there was a chance that she could give Gaspard enough of a push to make things far worse… And who better to leave such a task to than Root? Speaking of Root, he was still at ShadowCipher’s apartment. However, when he received the new orders from Gwyneth, he naturally had to leave. Though glad that
“Well? Where’s the reply?! If you can’t give one, then leave!” scowled Gaspard who was trying his best not to strangle her right there and then! Feeling her anxiety spike, Bianca, who didn’t want to embarrass herself in public, was quick to reply, “W-wait! This isn’t what it looks like! We’re just close friends, I swear…! Someone is clearly trying to frame me! Actually, that’s it! You got those photos from Gwyneth, right-” “Are you still trying to put the blame on someone else…?! Fine! Explain why Shane of all people, then?! Hmm?! Really, had I not come home at noon that day, who knows how much longer I would’ve remained in the dark! Now get out while you still can!” snapped Gaspard, instantly causing Bianca to tremble. To think that he had seen all that! That aside… Was he seriously tossing her aside? Feeling pissed all of a sudden, Bianca took a while to reply, “…Do you really have a right to lecture me when you were no better than me back in the day? Talk about calling the ket
Despite her coldness, Gaspard knew that he simply couldn’t afford to leave empty-handed. With that, he continued to beg, “Please…! I’ll do anything you want as long as you help me…! I… I can even give you the company’s shares! If you agree to help, then unless something unforeseen happens, then the company is yours after I leave…!” Forcing herself to hide a smirk, Gwyneth simply replied, “Sorry, but I like obtaining things with my own effort… With that said, keep your company. That is, if you can keep it from going bankrupt…” Following that, the enraged Gaspard was tossed far into the streets… and left with no other choice, he was forced to call his wife… Bianca, for one, had been expecting this call, and the second she picked up, she heard him yell, “It was you, wasn’t it…?!” Sneering in response, Bianca then scoffed, “So what if it was? You deserve it for mistreating me and my beloved Judy! Unless you apologize and take Judy back in, you can expect to see your company go up i
Even if this did make Gaspard slightly sympathetic to Dwight’s situation, that still didn’t mean that his actions were justified! Not wanting to just be on the defensive, Gaspard took a moment to force a smile and reply, “…I admit that you have it rough, but you should know that my daughter is the main reason he’s doing all that to you… And sadly for me, she couldn’t care less about my situation. Compared to you, I’m way more pitiful…” Upon hearing that, Dwight couldn’t help but laugh. Was this man seriously trying to guilt trip him? Following a sigh, Dwight scoffed, “No matter how much she hates you, there’s no way she’d just sit still and watch you end up in the streets…” …Oh, she definitely could. Alas, before Gaspard could say anything else, Dwight simply raised his hand and added, “Enough. I’m in no mood to continue this conversation. Now run along and tell Liam and Gwyneth that unless they start compromising on the Elderville Project, then they can expect your company to go
Once they were both in his office, Dwight glared at Ellery for the longest time before finally growling, “Be honest with me, boy…! Who did you insult recently? There has to be someone since we have barely ever been reported before this!” “B-but I haven’t insulted anyone…! I’ve been so busy with work that I wouldn’t have had the time to do such a foolish thing! The only people I have in mind are… Are… Wait. Do… Do you think Liam was the one? With how underhanded he is, that has to be the case!” declared Ellery as he slammed his fists against the table. Dwight, for one, was on the same page, but… So far, all of Liam’s attacks had been done openly. Such a stealthy approach just didn’t fit his style… What’s more, even if they were right, they barely had any evidence that he was the culprit. Knowing that his bumbling son wouldn’t be of much help, all Dwight could do was abandon his dignity and start pulling some strings… It was shortly after when Liam learned about Dolton’s situatio
Sure, he had hurt Judy for the sake of getting back at Bianca back then, but… After that fiasco, he realized that it was wrong of him to have done that. After all, despite her shortcomings, she was still his daughter… and he wasn’t about to hand her to that family of snakes! He, for one, was well aware that everyone in that family was in a constant struggle for dominance… and that didn’t exclude Ellery! To make matters worse, Ellery wasn’t exactly the brightest businessman, and his lifestyle left little to be desired! Really, arranging a marriage between Judy and him was akin to simply throwing her to the wolves! What’s more, if Gwyneth was secretly behind all this… then he had even less reason to want to participate! Helping the Doltons would indirectly be a declaration of war in that crazy woman’s eyes! Following that thought, he quickly shook his head and snapped, “You truly are incapable of thinking long-term, are you…?! I don’t care what you say, I’m not letting Judy marry t
Trying his best not to lash out at every single person he crossed, Dwight began storming to the AMC Group’s main office… and despite the receptionist’s best efforts, she was unable to stop him from kicking Gwyneth’s door open! “So the report regarding our food standards wasn’t enough…?! You had to declare our involvement in the money laundering racket too?! You make me sick, Gwyneth…!” …What? Though she did rat them out regarding the food incident, she knew nothing about the latter. Regardless… Lowering her fountain pen, she sneered before replying, “First of all, I’m assuming you have no proof of any of those accusations? Secondly, I don’t think it’s wise of you to be causing such a racket in my office…” “So you’re still playing dumb…?!” “I have nothing to admit if I did nothing wrong. Now, then… Until you come back with proof, please leave. In case you haven’t noticed, I’m no pushover like Gaspard…” scoffed Gwyneth who was ready to call security in to drag him out. Howeve
The wedding was set for early August, with one ceremony abroad and one in the country.Although Liam had proposed just before they tried her bridal gown, he still had plenty of romantic tricks up his sleeves. Even today, articles about them were still trending, just as he came true on his promise that everyone would learn that Gwyneth was his wife.It was a wedding like no other, and to avoid unnecessary issues, only close friends and employees from their respective companies were invited.For once, Liam's family was in full attendance, while no one from Gwyneth's family was present…-Glen Villa was in utter chaos as Bianca hurled insults at Gaspard, her usual gentle demeanor replaced by savagery. "See?! What did I tell you?! Gwyneth is an ingrate, and it's only now that you realize—you're her father, but you're not even invited to her wedding! What do you even amount to, Gaspard?!"Even as she ranted, she rushed up to beat him up.Furious, he shoved her away. "Stay away fr
Anyone would be melting from the charm of Harley's puppylike affection.Sadly for him, Gwyneth was not just anyone—she remained unaffected, and once he finished, she growled coldly, "I hope you'll remember that Liam is the only one for me."Harley felt a pang of pain over his chest and growled through his teeth, "If only I came to you earlier—""It still wouldn't be you," she said, looking him in the eye, each line more brutal than the next.And with those words, she refused to look his way as he returned to Liam.She thought that Henry had put together the banquet since his wedding with Aubrey was coming soon. Now, however, it seemed that Henry only wanted to set up a meeting between Harley and her.Feeling weary inside, she leaned against Liam's chest and breathed, "I want a trip abroad to relax, Liam.""Abroad?" Liam had just that in mind, though he had planned that further in the future and for a different purpose.Her mentioning it herself unquestionably suited him. Gent
Gwyneth's attention, however, was constrained to the first part—bewitched in college?! Hell, she would have no idea Harley existed if not for Henry, let alone that he was Henry's cousin.And what did he have to do with her anyway?Shooting Liam a grumpy glare, she huffed, "Don't try to blame me for everything. I don't even remember what he looks like.""Really?" Liam asked, deliberately provoking her. In reality, he was initially upset after seeing the text, but Gwyneth's reaction delighted him to the last.Smiling, he asked, "So you're saying that I'm the only one in your heart?"In that case, why waste time?Also, Henry really had the gall to ask his woman to console his cousin!Sneering, he picked up Gwyneth's phone and called Henry, who urgently cried from the other end, "Did you see my text, Gwyneth? I really have no choice here… Harley's drunk, and he's been calling your name since yesterday. When he woke up just now, he—""So what?" Liam growled, cutting him short. "Yo
Liam Luther?! How could it be him?!Harley was left in disbelief. He was Henry's cousin, and even if they grew up in different places, he knew that Henry and Liam were friends for life.However, rumor had it that Liam had long since gotten married and loved his wife dearly. Could it be…Harley shelved the thought that occurred just then. Whatever the relationship was between Liam and Gwyneth or how reliant she was on Liam, the only thing Harley knew for sure was that he loved Gwyneth.His knuckles clenched at his sides for a long while as his eye flared once more. Without hesitation, he strode forward, cutting off Liam with his trademark sunny smile. "Greetings, Mr. Luther. I'm Harley Munroe, Henry's cousin. He spoke of you a while ago, so it's an honor to meet you today."Even as he spoke, his eyes never left Gwyneth, but he remained antsy even though he braced himself inwardly."Also, I'm wondering what's the connection here—""I want to go home, Liam," Gwyneth murmured before
After a restful night, Gwyneth returned to Greer College to meet up with Willa… Willa, for one, had placed high value on their meeting, to the point where she had postponed a class just so that they could discuss things without any interruption. Stirring her coffee, Willa chuckled as she muttered, “So, before moving on, let me apologize if I came off as snobbish the first time we met… I just have high standards since I want my work to be loved by many, you know? With that out of the way, let’s talk about the collaboration… I admit I like the plot, but… There are several conditions that you need to think about before we can proceed.” Nodding in response, Gwyneth found herself surprised that her demands weren’t outrageous at all. In fact, Gwyneth would’ve followed those principles even if Willa hadn’t brought them up! Though this was nothing to Gwyneth, it meant the world to Willa. After all, it was hard to find someone so honest these days, and she was rather grateful that she h
After putting some distance between them, Aubrey couldn’t help but ask, “…Are you sure she’ll agree…? If you need help, I do know a few scriptwriters that could easily replace Willa…” Sure, she had faith in her friend, but Aubrey seemed like a tough nut to crack… It didn’t help that there were so many other competent screenwriters out there to compete with! To her dismay, Gwyneth simply grinned and replied, “Don’t worry, I have a feeling that she’ll soon see things the way I do…” Just as Aubrey was about to sigh in defeat, a young man suddenly ran up to them and said, “Well hey there, ladies… Where to?” It was clear that he had his eyes on Gwyneth, and following a smirk, Aubrey replied, “Kid, you’re years too early to try hitting on us…” Sheepishly scratching the back of his head, the man muttered, “I mean, can I at least have your number…?” Naturally, Gwyneth wasn’t about to humor this person, especially since he was already starting to annoy her. With that, she simply sho
With that in mind, Gwyneth made her way to the author’s home… Twice, in fact. Both times, she was fully sincere with her persuasions… and with how determined she was, the author finally gave in and agreed to meet up. Pleased to hear that, she agreed and headed straight to Greer College straight after. If she wanted this to work, then she would need a professional screenwriter who shared her perspective on the job… Naturally, Gwyneth already had someone in mind. Willa Robson. With that, she quickly gave the college’s principal to ask for his permission to sit in on a class, and he agreed to her idea almost instantaneously. After all, it was an honor for someone of Gwyneth’s stature to ask for someone from his college! It was around then when Aubrey learned about what Gwyneth was doing… and frankly, she had a hard time processing things. After all, to think that her friend was taking all this so seriously! This was the same woman who used to only turn the television on to catch up
After leaving the villa, Gwyneth bolted straight for Director Motley’s house… and when she arrived, she realized that the family doctor was there as well. The doctor had met repeated failures whenever it came to scheduling a meeting with Gwyneth… But even though this was his chance to finally have a proper talk with her, he refrained. After all, he had already figured out that she was a woman who preferred keeping to herself, and since that was the case, he didn’t need to pry… Regardless, the two quickly began having a lengthy conversation regarding Director Motley’s health concerns, with the director occasionally contributing to the conversation when needed. Following that, Gwyneth began giving numerous helpful recommendations which eventually made Director Motley tear up a little. Shaking his head with a sigh of relief, the director muttered, “I really appreciate your help… Really, you’ve extended my life by quite a bit by just sharing all this…” “Hey, you’re going to make it
Having made up his mind, James began to find a way to apologize to Gwyneth.It turned out she had found a diretor she wanted for Moon Runners, but it was a newcomer who had only recently debuted and caused a tiny stir.James' expression contorted when he stumbled on the news.He had led countless film crews in winning innumerable accolades, but Gwyneth preferred some newbie over his illustrious achievements?! The woman was clearly blind!While he was certainly filled with ill will and was intent on seeing what Gwyneth could do with some novice director, he still had no choice but to apologize to her for the sake of his own future.However, Gwyneth had already anticipated his move—as soon as he called, she signaled for Wanda to put her on a YouTube livestream session.Oblivious to the fact, James repressed the humiliation he felt of begging mercy from a younger person and flashed a false smile. "Ms. Glen, I apologize for being blind and insulting you before… but I heard that you'r