Daniella chuckled softly. "Don't be so guarded around me. I won't hurt you."Yuliana sneered. "Should I thank you for something?""Yes, you should." Daniella crossed her arms and looked self-assured. "I helped your father return to work at the company.""Stop bothering me with this," Yuliana said, glaring at Daniella."Fine, be cool.""If that's all you want to say, then leave."Yuliana was about to walk away, but Daniella blocked her path. "What a coincidence! I happen to have a task for you after you reminded me of it."Yuliana clenched her fists in frustration. "You're so mean! You keep forcing me to do things because of that incident. Who do you think you are?"Daniella glanced at her recent manicure absentmindedly. "I'll go to Grandpa then if you dislike me so much.""Stop!" Yuliana halted Daniella. "I'll do it, okay? But this is the last time!"Daniella looked satisfied. "I need you to keep an eye on Evan."Shocked, Yuliana wondered why she wasn't asked to watch Caroli
Caroline hopped into the car alongside Liora and Tyler, ready to address the Axel situation.Before she could, Liora beat her to it. "Mommy, Axel didn't come to school today either. Tyler and I approached a classmate to inquire. It appears he missed school yesterday, just like us."Caroline couldn't help but smile at how Liora claimed to have "approached" a classmate."Did he send you guys a message explaining his absence?" she asked.The phone was in Tyler's possession. He shook his head and replied, "No, he didn't message us about that, only a Christmas greeting."Caroline glanced down, her mind racing with thoughts about Axel's whereabouts and whether Evan had transferred him to another school due to yesterday's incident.She decided to send Axel a text, asking: [Axel, did you switch schools?]-Meanwhile, Axel lay weak in a hospital bed, having just endured several bouts of vomiting. His face was pale, and he seemed lost in a daze.When his phone rang, he furrowed his brow
Caroline sat at the dining table. "Businessmen will always chase profits. It's the way of the world. Didn't I take the top spot in Etes' fashion industry from him, too?"Kenny pouted, pondering her words. "You're right."Caroline turned her gaze to Eira. "You won't need to cook dinner for me tomorrow."Before Eira could respond, Kenny interjected, "Where are you headed?"Caroline sighed, her tone resolute. "I'm going to the Xanders."-After spending time with her children, Caroline entered her study and texted Scott at 9:30 p.m.Caroline: [I'll be at Xander Residence tomorrow night.]She had intended to go during Christmas but was delayed due to Lily's accident. Though she hesitated to ask Scott to accompany her, she had made a promise.Afterward, she placed her phone on the table, opened the encrypted DNA report on her laptop, and printed it.Now, she possessed evidence of Daniella's false identity but lacked any proof in the murder case. It was unfathomable how those aidin
Caroline smiled and asked, "Why did you choose my company when we don't know each other? An ordinary factory can handle this task."Greta replied vaguely, "An acquaintance recommended you to me."Caroline asked, "When do you need these clothes?"Greta replied, "Within 30 days."Caroline nodded thoughtfully and said, "That's not a problem."Caroline then asked, "What's the approximate cost?"Greta smiled and added, "Your company will also need to design it, so please include the design fee."Caroline placed the list on the coffee table and said, "I won't charge you for the design fee because this project is for charity, specifically to help kids in mountainous areas. How about we exchange contact information? I'll provide you with the material cost."Greta observed Caroline and asked, "But won't you incur a loss by only charging for the material cost?"Caroline replied gently, "Only those unwilling to help would see it that way. I'm a mother myself, and I can't bear to see kids
Yuliana changed her appearance before heading to the hospital.After asking around and finding out Axel's ward, she took an elevator to go upstairs. As she reached the floor, Evan and Alex were leaving the ward, accompanied by two doctors and a few nurses.Yuliana had just stepped out of the elevator. She lowered her cap, adjusted her sunglasses, and then sat on a nearby bench, pretending to play with her phone.Richie told Evan, "I recommend shaving his head in the next two days, Mr. Jordan. Otherwise, it might cause him great trauma when he starts losing his hair later."Although Evan was exhausted, he remained composed. "That's not a problem. But how can we stop his vomiting?""He's still weak and can't receive an injection for that, Mr. Jordan. Besides, he needs surgery later this week."Evan's face showed displeasure. "Have you managed to find the bone marrow?"Uneasily, Richie replied, "We've been keeping an eye on the bone marrow bank and contacting various hospitals, b
Scott's lack of response left Caroline restless, prompting her to leave the company and wait anxiously outside.December's early nightfall brought bone-chilling cold even to those bundled in thick clothes.While holding her phone, Caroline's hand froze in the biting wind. She called Scott once more.After some time, someone finally picked up. Caroline began, "Sco—"A strange voice cut her off. "The phone's owner had a car accident! Are you his family? We've called 911!"Caroline's hand trembled at the news. She stammered, "W-Where is he?"Her eagerness to descend the stairs was quelled as her legs went limp, causing her to tumble.The loud thud alarmed her nearby employees."Ms. Shenton!" They rushed over to help her up.Once steady, Caroline nervously said, "I'm okay. Help me locate my phone.""Here!" An employee handed it to her.She revealed her wounded palm, causing them to gasp."Ms. Shenton, your hand…"Ignoring her injury, Caroline focused on her phone again.The s
Daniella opened the car door and approached with a click-clack of her footsteps.When she spotted Yuliana standing at the door, she greeted her with a smile, asking, "Are you here to welcome me?"Yuliana's gaze hardened. "You did this on purpose, didn't you? You turned on the headlights when you saw me come out.""How can you say that?" Daniella retorted, "I just didn't manage to turn them off.""But the car wasn't even moving! You're lying."Daniella sneered sarcastically. "You were just unlucky. Don't blame me."With that, she pushed past Yuliana and entered the living room."Grandpa, I'm home!" Her voice brought an immediate smile to Grayson's face.Neil kept checking the time, wondering why Caroline hadn't arrived yet.When Neil texted Caroline, Grayson invited everyone to the dining room.Neil: [Where are you, Carol?]-Caroline had just arrived at the emergency room and quickly checked her phone when she heard the notification.She inwardly sighed after reading Neil'
Caroline's eyes widened in shock when she saw the person."This is the culprit, Finn Leaver," the police officer said."I know him!" Caroline replied, her voice deep.Finn had worked as Evan's bodyguard in the past, and she had encountered him on multiple occasions, but he was fired five years ago.Finn looked up, meeting Caroline's eyes with slight astonishment. "Ms. Shenton…"Caroline turned to the police officers and asked, "Can I speak to him alone for a moment?"The officers exchanged glances, then stood up and said, "You can talk first. Signal the camera if you need assistance."Caroline nodded, and the officers left the room. Soon after, she sat across from Finn and said, "I can't believe you just happened to hit Scott's car."Finn frowned. "What do you mean, Ms. Shenton?""Let's not beat around the bush. Is this related to Evan?" Caroline asked directly.Finn seemed evasive, turning away and saying, "No."Caroline's frustration grew. "You're lying!""Mr. Jordan ha