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"Evangeline, you've really let me down! Don't you get how I feel about you? Why are you doing this to me, hurting me like this? Is it a crime to be into you? Do I really deserve this kind of treatment from you?"Alex's words were carefully chosen, but the accusations he hurled at Evangeline were harsher and more towering with each breath.It was overwhelming for her.She was a divorced woman. She should have the freedom to be with any man she would choose, should she not? Alex had no business meddling in her life, did he? Who gave him the right to guilt-trip her like that? What was that all about?However, before Evangeline could come up with a good comeback, Alex's voice turned dark and threatening. "Evangeline, I've made up my mind, I'm not going easy on you anymore!"This last meal before I leave Avalon City, I have to have it! And it has to be with you! Just tell me if you're coming or not!"Let me be clear: Walter is a nobody now, and it would be easy for me to end him. If y
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Evangeline hung up the phone, feeling like she was still caught in a dream.Had she just agreed to dinner with Alex that easily? She had promised to meet him at the cafe afterward, too?Then it hit her—why stress? It was just Alex waiting at the cafe, after all.The only bummer was that she would have to bail on Roslyn's drinking marathon soon.She pocketed her phone and strolled over to where Hank and the rest were hanging out."Look who's here, our very own big-shot CEO. What's the special occasion?" Evangeline quipped, trying to keep it light.Roslyn, slightly sheepish, quickly nudged Hank closer to Evangeline. "Whatever the reason, Mr. Tarp, we're super honored you could make it to our little shindig. You're making our modest place sparkle!"Celina gave a wry smile, loaded with hidden meaning, leaving it to Evangeline to decode.However, thanks to years of silent understanding between them, Evangeline caught on in an instant to the silent drama unfolding.Roslyn was not on
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Why keep the matchmaking fun to herself?While the others were busy sipping their drinks, Evangeline gave Celina a playful nudge and leaned in for a secret chat. "Come on, out with it. You're in the loop, aren't you?"Celina finished off her beer with a gulp and blinked like she had no clue. "What's up? I've just been here enjoying my drink. I don't know anything!"Yeah, right. She was feigning ignorance.Evangeline's lips turned down in a mock pout. "Don't make me mad, spill the beans!"She put on her best serious face, trying to look huffy.Celina was not buying the act. She knew Evangeline was the steady type, and this was just her way of nudging the truth out about Hank's visit.However, with Hank's gaze locked on Evangeline, his eyes said it all. What was left to tell?Celina wrapped an arm around Evangeline's neck and whispered, "You've pretty much pieced it together, haven't you? What's there to confess?"Ms. Shaw's just trying to cheer you up. Don't overthink it, just
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However, since it was early spring, the garden was low on blooms. Only a few buds were there, promising flowers to come.Evangeline led Hank up to the garden's high point, a spot where she could take in the entire garden and even see the outdoor table where they had all been drinking earlier.Standing side by side, they faced the night breeze in silence.The quiet was so thick that one could almost touch it, until Hank let out a wistful sigh, breaking the stillness. "The Foster family's garden is something else, isn't it? Mr. Foster designed this, right?"Hank and Cole had not crossed paths much, and Hank was just trying to drum up some small talk with Evangeline to break the ice."Yeah."Evangeline narrowed her eyes and inhaled deeply."This garden, every little detail, is just how Grandpa loved it. Nothing's changed."She had made sure of that.After all, it was only by being surrounded by those familiar sights every day, seeing the garden that Cole had poured his heart into
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"Yeah, we're the best of friends, aren't we?"Hank's voice got lost in the breeze.However, from the way they stood, they looked closer than ever.Up in the villa's second-story window, Roslyn was practically jumping for joy, bragging to Celina, "Look, look, I knew they were meant to be! We step out for a second, and they're already on the brink of something great!"The moment she said it, Celina's curiosity was like a wildfire, impossible to contain. She scrambled out of bed and dashed to the window, only to spot Evangeline and Hank, keeping a careful distance from each other."I'm not buying it," declared Celina without a second thought.She had witnessed the whole saga of Evangeline's crush on Walter, and she knew that even if their romance was doomed, Evangeline would not just forget him overnight and leap into someone else's arms."How can you say that? They're practically hugging right now, isn't that proof enough?" challenged Roslyn, her voice tinged with disbelief. Celin
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"Yeah, you got it right. Me and Evie? We've always been just friends..."His voice trailed off, leaving a sense of melancholy hanging in the air. Regret piled up, weighing heavily on Hank's chest.He and Evie were destined to stay nothing more than friends.The garage door was flung open, and a sleek black car zoomed out into the night.The chilly breeze slipped through the open window, tangling Evangeline's hair and stirring up a storm in her heart.This dinner was not like the others.Alex had burned bridges with everyone. Where did that leave her? Could she genuinely trust what little conscience Alex had left?Alex was a mystery, his thoughts a labyrinth. Would a flicker of affection for her stop him from plotting against her?Evangeline mulled it over and her gut told her no. She could not shake the feeling of unease.In a sudden move, she slammed her foot down, and the car jerked to a stop on the road. She whipped out her phone and fired off a quick text.The fancy, reno
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Evangeline could never have guessed that Alex, the guy who was always so understanding and kind, could have such a dark side.To get his hands on the Gordon family's company, he would stoop to anything, even betrayal!"Alright, I won't hold back with you."Evangeline kept her voice steady and ordered their meal in no time.Alex mentioned that after that meetup, he would head back to Southern Crownlands. That meant they probably would not see each other again.Evangeline could not help but voice the question nagging at her."Weren't you just crowned Gordon Group's president? Why bail on it now?"She played with the sweet soup in her bowl, the rich scent calming her nerves."Because I've done what I set out to do."Alex's gaze was distant, lost in his own thoughts, but his lips curled into a contented smile."Your goal? I thought it was all about snagging Gordon Group?" Evangeline pressed, puzzled.Was it all just to let go after winning? What about all the effort Alex poured
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"Thanks, Alex," Evangeline murmured, her eyes downcast as she fought back the tears."So, what's next for you? Heading back to Southern Crownlands?"Southern Crownlands meant the Bennison family, and deep down, she did not want Alex anywhere near that shadowy organization. Could he not live a quiet life, out in the open, basking in the sunlight?"Yeah, where else would I go?" replied Alex, his voice tinged with a sense of loss. Abruptly, he wiped away a tear, then forced a smile. "Don't worry about me. I've got places to be."He reached for the bottle of red wine that had sat between them, untouched—a silent testament to their complicated bond."Evie, here's to smooth sailing ahead."His eyes were as dark as Walter's, deep pools with a glimmer of hope as they rested on Evangeline. She got the message loud and clear—Alex was ready to wrap up the evening.Without hesitation, Evangeline, always quick on the uptake, lifted her wine glass in a toast."Well then, here's to smooth s
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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
