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Unmasking the Heiress Chapter 893
A wave of tenderness washed over him. He adored Evangeline. How could he let her suffer like that?He almost agreed, but the word caught in his throat, and he pushed it back down."What if you're tricking me? What if I untie you and you just bolt? I'm still healing, you know. I might look fine walking, but running? Not a chance."Evangeline's heart raced as she realized he was onto her."What are you talking about? You're the one I love the most. Why would I ever leave you? I'm sticking with you, no matter what!"In a moment of desperation, she was not about to hold back on the sweet talk.However, Alex was not buying it. He shook his head vigorously, like he was saying no in every language at once. "No way, it's too risky to let you go. Instead..."A sly grin spread across his face as some idea struck him."I've got something special here, just for you to try out! Since you've decided to stick with me, Evie, you won't mind, will you?"Ignoring Evangeline's protests, Alex pull
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The whole world could wait, but Evangeline's issue was top priority!Alex was on edge, ready to spring into action, and he could not stand to wait a second longer!He was just about to end the call.However, with the situation so critical, Carl could not possibly wait another thirty minutes."The Bennex Corporation is spreading rumors that you bullied them into signing a settlement agreement. There's a press conference at eight this morning, which means we've got only seven hours left!" blurted Carl.Alex automatically checked the time.1 a.m., and time was running out.The news hit him like a bucket of ice water.Alex felt a jolt run through him, and the fiery anger that had been building up was snuffed out in an instant."What's going on here? Didn't I tell the Gordon Group's PR team to pull out all the stops to fix this and save our company from losses? Why is The Bennex Corporation still stirring up trouble?"If Gordon Group got slapped with a label of being bullies, thei
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Evangeline's skin was so soft under his touch that it seemed like it could bruise with just a puff of air. Evangeline was completely limp, her rosy cheeks telling the whole story.Thomas came in after and caught the scene. He spun around, giving them privacy, but still threw out a warning in a low tone."Alex could be back any second. You really shouldn't be here..."Before he could finish, Walter was already at the door, cradling the weakened Evangeline.He exhaled deeply, clearing the tension from his body, his eyes losing their red haze and sharpening up. "Let's get moving."Walter was practically racing then, urgency in every step.He was seriously pressed for time.Evangeline's condition was far from normal. He had heard rumors about a nasty drug from the dark web that gave her only three hours to find an antidote made by its creator—or she would be consumed by an unquenchable fire.Evangeline had been hit with it about 30 minutes ago. Time was ticking.Then there was the
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Roslyn was at the bedside, providing round-the-clock care.Walter's mind raced as he scanned the Foster family gathering, but Celina was nowhere to be found."Where's Celina? Why isn't she here?"Roslyn's voice crackled with frustration."It's all because of you, isn't it? You promised to watch over David for the night, but you bailed, leaving him all alone in the hospital. He couldn't even get a glass of water, and he ended up falling out of bed and splitting his wound open again! Once Celina heard about it, she couldn't just sit around doing nothing."David was so close to being out of the woods, just two days away from leaving the hospital and recovering at home with the Fosters, where Celina could have easily looked after him.Thanks to one unwatched night, it was like they were back to square one with his injury!Roslyn, however, knew she could not lash out at Walter.Sure, Walter's carelessness led to David's fall, but he also saved Evangeline's life. His heroics somewhat
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"A secret guy messaged me out of the blue about Evie being missing. He needed backup to save her, so he roped me in.""Who's this guy?"Yale rubbed his chin, piecing it together.Walter had to have met the guy if they teamed up to save Evangeline. Then, like a lightbulb moment, Yale asked, "Is it the dude who dropped you off? The one with the Land Rover?"Walter nodded. "Yeah, he's Evangeline's buddy. She felt off after Alex invited her somewhere, so she hit up her friend. He figured she was in trouble and came to me. About who he is, well..."Walter hesitated, "He left the Foster family without a trace, which means he doesn't want anything to do with them. Uncle Yale, I'm sorry, but I can't say more than that.""No worries."Yale's reply was quick, but he had a different game plan.He was a buddy of Evangeline's, so why not just ask her? No need to put Walter on the spot."Things have changed between you and Evie. It's probably best if you head out soon."Anyway, we owe you
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Yale's reply was icy."Thanks won't cut it, Walter. You need to seriously think about your next move."Gordon Group had just taken a major hit from the Southern Crownlands debacle, and The Bennex Corporation's latest move is like rubbing salt in the wound. With Trey bedridden and seriously ill, it seems like you're the only one left who can pull the company back from the brink."Walter's voice was firm as he spoke, "I know.""It's not enough to know, I need you to act!"Yale stared at Walter, his frustration with the man's inaction practically tangible.The Fosters and the Gordons had always been frenemies—partners on paper but competitors at heart. Yale, at the helm of the company, had been locking horns with Walter for years and knew full well what the man was capable of.Walter had the chops to steer Gordon Group out of this mess, yet he was dragging his feet."Walter, I just don't get it. What's holding you back? You've never seen eye to eye with your brother, and now that
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As he was on the verge of stepping out of the study, Yale's voice stopped him in his tracks."Walter, things between the Fosters and Gordons aren't the same anymore. It's not appropriate for me to drop by and see your granddad. Could you tell him I said hi?""Sure thing, thanks."Walter could not quite remember how he managed to leave the Fosters' place.He was behind the wheel of the car he had borrowed from them, just cruising without a destination in mind.He had always blamed Trey for Alex bailing on the company, thinking Trey deserved to take a hit for his screw-up.However, Yale had a point. Was it fair to expect an old man, already knocking on death's door, to watch everything he had worked his whole life to go up in smoke?The mess The Bennex Corporation had uncovered could spell the end for Gordon Group if it got pinned on them. Yale's grim prediction seemed all too likely to come true.Walter hit the brakes hard.The screech of tires against the pavement cut through
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The word 'regret' hit Walter like a ton of bricks. It was a first in his life, and it weighed him down like never before.He had messed up with Evangeline, and he truly regretted it.Aria had no clue what was running through Walter's head. She saw his pained look and figured he was torn up about Trey being sick."Don't sweat it. The doctor said your grandfather's surgery went off flawlessly, and he's bouncing back nicely. If all stays stable for the next few days, he'll be out of here and on the mend at home."Aria squeezed Walter's hand, trying to pump some of her own power into him.With the news that Trey was out of the woods for the time being, Walter felt a weight lift off his shoulders."Hey, Mom, if the company tanked, would you be crushed? Think you could handle a whole new life?"Aria jumped at the question, thinking Walter was pulling her leg."Gordon Group is a behemoth, kiddo. If it were to go under, it wouldn't happen overnight. It's not that easy for a giant to fa
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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
