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What did that mean?Evangeline had stepped into the role of the Gordon family's granddaughter-in-law!Alex's hand, hidden beneath the blanket, shook uncontrollably.Had she made up with Walter? Where did that leave him? Did his own declarations of love mean nothing to her?Lost in his drama, Alex completely forgot why he had come in the first place.Trey, the big shot of Gordon Group, was knocking on death's door, and there was Alex, so hung up on a girl that he had forgotten about the family empire hanging in the balance!"Mr. Gordon, Madam Gordon."Carl's voice, all politeness and respect, snapped Alex back to reality.Ignoring Carl, Alex wheeled himself past Walter and straight to Trey. "Grandpa, sorry I'm late."He was all apologies, head hanging low with regret.He had known even before getting to the hospital, thanks to Carl, that Trey's sudden illness was all about The Bennex Corporation mess. As the guy running the show, Alex knew he was in hot water."It's okay."E
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With Trey's life hanging by a thread and no word on changing the heir, it looked like Gordon Group might end up in Alex's lap.That was exactly what Alex had been gunning for.So why was he the one asking questions then?"What's it to you?"Alex let out a scornful laugh, "Evangeline wore that Gemstone Bracelet again, which pretty much means she's owning up to being the Gordon family's granddaughter-in-law."So, as your brother, I guess I should be saying congrats, huh? Congrats on winning over the girl!"His words were all congrats, but his voice was laced with a bitterness he could not hide.His love for Evangeline was just as strong as Walter's, perhaps even stronger.In the end, she chose Walter!How was he supposed to live with that?Walter got the message loud and clear: Alex had it all wrong. However, he did not feel like clearing things up. After all, something far more important had just crossed his mind.Alex had been fooling himself about Evangeline for years. Then
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It did not matter if Evangeline agreed to it or not; Alex was dead set on making his dreamy romantic scenario a reality. He was ready to lay it all on the line for a shot at bliss in front of the woman he adored."Hahaha!"Walter could not contain his laughter."What's so funny?" Alex's voice was icy with offense. He had laid his heart's desire bare, only to be met with Walter's scoffing. How could he just take that?"So, my brother is gearing up to pop the question to my ex, and you expect me to cry instead of laugh?"Walter's eyes moved from Alex's legs up to meet his face."That little dream of yours... I'm not going to let it happen."If Alex's taboo fantasy came to life, it would turn the Gordon family into the punchline of a terrible joke. Walter was determined to stop that from happening.However, Alex, misreading the situation, thought Walter was green with envy and shot him a sidelong glance. "Evangeline's heart has only ever had room for me. So tell me, Walter, does y
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Walter, who had just walked away, found himself in David's hospital room, not even caring that Celina was there too. He looked straight at David and said, "David, I know you've worked hard to dig up evidence, but it's time to drop the whole Alex situation."Walter was dead serious, not a trace of humor in his voice.David's eyes went wide with shock, and even Celina at his side was stunned."Mr. Walter Gordon, do you realize what you're saying?"He seemed not to grasp it, so he asked again to be sure, "You're kidding, right? How can we just let such a big deal go?"All three of them knew what Walter's words meant, especially Evangeline, who had been on her way out of the hospital but stopped when she saw Walter coming. What was Walter implying?Evangeline's fist tightened at her side without her even thinking about it.She had waited so long and had finally found the smoking gun in the surveillance footage that could take Alex down in one fell swoop.All that, and Walter decide
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With the room's door shut, Evangeline did not even glance at Walter. She touched the bracelet on her wrist and, without a second thought, slipped it off."This is the Gordon family's. I'm returning it to you."Trey had given her the bracelet, but it was just a ploy to use their bond to mend her relationship with Walter.Evangeline knew all too well what was going on, but there was a saying that those on their deathbed always spoke kindly.Regardless of Trey's intentions, the fact that he was gravely ill and still wanted her to have the bracelet meant she had to accept it in his presence.After all, the bracelet was a treasured heirloom of the Gordon family.Bathed in sunlight, the bracelet on Evangeline's wrist sparkled with a soft green glow, casting a magical sheen on her pale hands."You've got it all wrong. I didn't come here to talk about that."Walter's voice faltered as he caught the frosty look in her eyes.For whatever reason, the sight of Evangeline slipping the brac
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Evangeline was livid.Walter had never once considered her feelings. He always acted on his own whims.Their marriage had started because of her own wishful thinking, and she had let Walter have his way. At this moment, with Walter being the one in pursuit, why should she ignore her feelings?Walter had left the Gordon Group's high-flying world behind, and there stood Evangeline, still the darling princess of the Foster family. Could anyone be sure that Walter's sudden olive branch was not just a play for something else?Evangeline's face lit up with a look of realization. "I get it now. Mr. Gordon gave you the boot, and now you're eyeing the Foster fortune, aren't you? You might as well forget about it. I've stumbled in love once before, and there's no way I'm tripping up again!"I'm going to marry someone who loves me, and who I love in return, someone to grow old with!"Her words were fierce and full of conviction, but Walter cut in quickly when he spotted the slip in her armo
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Evangeline's cheeks flushed a sudden pink as she noticed Walter's confident gaze, sure he was going to get what he wanted.She had meant to help from the shadows, yet Walter had spotted her intentions with just one look.However, she could not—would not—admit it!Admitting it would mean confessing her feelings for Walter, and that was something she refused to do!Was she just something for Walter to pick up or drop at his whim? Who did he think she was?"You should be asking David that, how should I know—" Evangeline retorted with an icy edge to her voice.Walter cut her off, "But you're the only one in the Foster family who knows that watch."Face it, Evangeline, you're in love with me."Walter did not even let her get a word in edgewise; he just laid out his verdict.His hand lightly touched Evangeline's slender shoulder, feeling the tension in her frame.Unable to hold back his longing any longer, he pulled her gently into his arms.Their breaths intertwined, sharing the
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How could Evangeline think so little of him?However, to her, his silence was enough of an answer. She did not need his words.With a firm, small hand, she pushed him away, setting a boundary he could not cross. They locked eyes, a gulf of space between them."Relax, the Fosters will have your back," she assured him."No..."Walter tried to cut in, but Evangeline was not having any of it."Don't even start with 'impossible'. Sure, my uncles call the shots at the company, but I've got my share. Believe me, I'll get them on board to help you reclaim what's yours."And about Mr. Gordon... I'll stand by you, put on a show so the old man can leave this world without regrets."Trey always dreamed of Evangeline and Walter finding happiness together. She was well aware of that."But we don't have to..." Walter began, his protest cut short."Enough!" Evangeline snapped, silencing him.Evangeline's fingers lightly touched Walter's lips. "You were there for me, pretending to be strong
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Celina noticed that Evangeline was about to leave and asked with concern,"Are you going out, miss?"Evangeline nodded while picking up her bag, not understanding why Celina's brows were furrowed.Before she could ask, Celina continued, "The Gordon family is in turmoil recently, and with your relationship with Walter… it might be best if you don't go out and attract attention."Evangeline could easily understand the meaning behind Celina's words. The Gordon family was in a crisis, and she had poured more fuel on the fire at a critical moment, practically throwing herself into the whirlpool of public opinion. If she went out, it was highly likely that paparazzi and reporters would follow her, and the consequences could be unimaginable."I'm sorry, but I still need to go."Evangeline's worry for Trey had reached its peak. Facing Celina's concerned expression, she reassured her, "Don't worry, I'll be careful. If necessary, I'll bring a few more bodyguards."Celina knew she could not
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Some people also said that Walter had pushed out Alex. Gordon Group was going through a period of turmoil, suffering from investment failures, compounded by The Bennex Corporation's reckless and aggressive maneuvers, which were essentially pushing the company to the brink of collapse.The only way for Walter to temporarily calm the storm and give the company a chance to regroup was to push Alex out and take the blame for everything.As the news spread, its impact grew larger, and some even dared to publicly tag Gordon Group's official social media account. It was expected that Gordon Group would follow their usual approach of not responding and turning a blind eye.To everyone's surprise, the company issued an official statement within 10 minutes.The news that Mr. Alex Gordon had been incarcerated was true, but the specific reasons would need to wait for the police's verdict.This brief announcement confirmed the speculations of social media users.However, Gordon Group was not
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Evangeline listened to Thomas's lament and felt a wave of sadness in her heart.However, there were too many such people and stories in Avalon City, and she could not sympathize with all of them.Besides, Carl had done many bad things while working for Alex. How could she pity him?"Is there nothing else? No more information? Those who are pitiful must have their faults."Evangeline was not someone whose sympathy overflowed, nor did she want to connect with this situation."My men discovered that Carl has been wandering around Avalon City recently. His whereabouts are completely uncertain, and we've been unable to track him down or know where to start looking."Thomas fell silent for a moment, and Evangeline could only hear the sound of a mouse clicking.After some time, he added warily, "Carl is probably looking for his family."Before Alex was arrested, Carl secretly returned home one night. What exactly happened is unclear, but the next day, his family was taken away. And the
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Perhaps going out for a walk with Celina to clear her mind would help her regain her composure.To her surprise, Celina declined Evangeline's suggestion and said, "No, I want to go on a stroll alone.Seeing the sadness in Celina's eyes, Evangeline did not know what to say."Ms. Evangeline, I'm just feeling down for no reason. You don't need to worry about me. Maybe it's because… I've been too idle."In the past, Celina always had various tasks, but after returning to the Foster family, there were no more tasks, no work, and her sole focus was on David.All of a sudden, Zhang Tao recovered and no longer needed her.She needed some quiet time to rediscover her own value. Otherwise, she would only live in confusion and self-doubt.Evangeline did not insist. Adults need time for themselves, after all. She could not take away the time for solitude that Celina needed just because they had a good relationship."Then… be careful."Evangeline patted Celina's shoulder and watched her le
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Evangeline's brow furrowed. This situation was indeed tricky."Why is Carl Fowler still running around outside on his own when his boss has been exposed? If I were him, with Alex arrested, I'd rush back to Southern Crownlands immediately. Even if I couldn't return here, I'd send the message to the Bennison family as quickly as possible."Instead, he's been wandering around Avalon City!"Evangeline's speculation was not without merit. After all, if Carl had sent news of Alex's arrest back to Southern Crownlands, the Bennison family would have taken action. They would not be unaware, like they were at this moment where they've fallen for Walter's smokescreen and did not even realize it.David stroked his chin thoughtfully. "There's definitely something else going on here, and we just haven't figured it out yet. Is Carl wandering around because he's looking for something—or someone?"Having been by Alex's side, he naturally understood the dangers around him.Avalon City was especiall
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"Insufficient evidence!"Evangeline and David seemed to be perfectly in sync. David looked at Evangeline with admiration."You truly are incredible, ma'am. Your analytical skills are simply amazing!""You don't need to flatter me. Since you led me to this conclusion, you must have a solution, right?"Gordon Group never kept idle people, and Walter was a perfectionist when it came to hiring. Therefore, the fact that David had worked under Walter for so many years was enough to prove his capabilities.Realizing he had been seen through, David awkwardly scratched his head. "I do have a plan, but it's still a bit underdeveloped, and I don't know if it will help Mr. Gordon."Since he was not sure, he did not dare to bring it up to Walter, only discussing it behind his back with Evangeline."Come on, tell me. Maybe it'll help."If the evidence Walter had was not enough, Gordon Group would remain in turmoil. Trey Gordon was still in the hospital recovering, and the situation at Gordon
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David and Celina had lived in Southern Crownlands for a while, so they knew where the Bennison family's base was located. What Evangeline was concerned about, however, was the enormous amount of information carried by this statement."Do you know where Walter got this phone number from?"Whoever used this number would prove to be connected to the Bennison family.If the key person behind the scandal involving Gordon Group could be traced, the company's troubles would be resolved in an instant.David shook his head. "Mr. Gordon only instructed me to investigate this phone number. He didn't say where it came from."Ma'am, the president is holding up Gordon Group on his own. Don't you think we can do something too? Like, helping him catch the key person?"David's tone was uncertain, but his eyes flashed with a sly glint.Evangeline knew he had already devised an idea before speaking to her. She leaned back in her chair, arms crossed, and glanced at him sideways. "Speak up, what's yo
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"But you know David didn't do anything wrong, right?"If he had, then Celina would not have said she was waiting for him to finish his task. Instead, she would have barged into the study and confronted him immediately.Celina lowered her gaze. "Yes, I know."Both of them were workaholics, and once there was work to be done, they would not care about anything else. So, Celina understood David's feelings very well. That being said, she did not want him to neglect her."I just hate his boss. If it weren't for him giving David some task, he wouldn't be like this."Walter is such a heartless boss. My David is still seriously injured, yet he gave him such an important task. It's practically exploitation!"Just when David could barely move around again, he started working like a dog for Walter!Evangeline did not care about any of the exploitation talk. Her attention was solely on one thing, and that was…"What task did Walter assign to David?"Evangeline's intuition told her that th
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After all, if The Bennex Corporation knew about it, it would mean there was an insider in Gordon Group who was working for the Bennison family. At that point, it would trigger another internal purge.Walter finally regained his focus, and the entire Gordon Group was filled with a sense of harmony and renewed vigor. Even the department head of the Operations Department, who had been tortured by stress for days, looked relieved. He knew that the time for their president to strike back had finally arrived!The intense applause from the employees expressed their excitement.Walter felt unexpectedly touched. After all, if the employees did not have any sense of belonging to Gordon Group, they would not have been moved by his sudden actions.Some even shed tears.Evangeline also had not expected that the moment of action would come so soon. She really had waited for Walter to strike back.Apart from this, what surprised her was that David had mysteriously gotten busy. Even Celina, who
