Maia had already expected that Priscilla would not be able to attend the event tonight. “Let’s get Hope to replace Priscilla. After her filming was halted her schedule is empty anyway. “Just let the press know that Priscilla could not attend the event due to health reasons. Make sure that you do a good job communicating with the organizers as well, I don’t need any backlash from them.” “Got it. What about Priscilla? She seems to be in a horrible condition. I’m quite worried about her.” “Don’t worry. I'll be over in a few minutes.”“That’s good to know. Then, I’ll leave to pick up Hope.” After Maia hung up, she informed Cedric, who was next to her. “Priscilla isn’t attending tonight’s event. Wesley told me she had been crying the whole night. I’m not sure what’s going on between them but I’m pretty sure it’s Paine’s fault. I wonder what he did to make her cry?” “Maia, have you forgotten what his nickname is?”“Player? Playboy?”Cedric shook his head. “It's 'Jerk'.” Maia
“You’re not willing to come with me? Don’t worry, it’s on. I’ll bring you to the bar I’ve just invested in.” Paine sighed while walking toward the elevator. Maia was shocked when she heard crying sounds coming from behind the door. She tugged on Cedric’s sleeve lightly and suggested, “You should go with him. “Make sure he doesn’t drink, you can order something else like a glass of juice too, remember to be kind to your stomach.”“I got it.” He ruffled Maia’s hair before planting a kiss on her forehead.When Maia was sure that Cedric had left with Paine, she entered Priscilla’s apartment. When she walked into the living room, Maia noticed Priscilla seated with her knees tucked under her chin. The ice bag that she had in her hand had already melted.“Priscilla, how are you doing?” Maia asked. Priscilla lifted her head and looked at Maia with teary eyes. “I-I’m so sorry for causing you trouble. I just couldn’t attend the event tonight.” Maia sat by her and gave Priscilla a
Paine downed so many sodas that he started to hiccup. Cedric replied calmly as he looked at Paine, “It didn’t matter if I had lost my memory or not. The truth is I was the one who had hurt her.”Paine patted Cedric’s shoulders as he gave Cedric a thumbs up. “Good on you for realizing that! But what have I done to hurt Priscilla? I’ve damaged my own reputation for her sake! How could she say that she doesn’t love me anymore? Is it because women are just fickle?”“Are you sure she meant what she said?” Cedric asked sharply.“She had was pretty insistent on that. She said she had changed. The entertainment industry has many better options for her. She doesn’t need me anymore. How would you feel if Maia told you this? I’m sure you’ll be drowning yourself in alcohol as well.” “You won’t get drunk on soda,” Cedric commented coldly.“Are you here to comfort me or make me feel worse?” Paine’s suffering was so huge that he wanted to cry. “I’m trying to get you to think rationally.”
It seemed necessary to investigate.Maia finally left Priscilla's apartment after an hour. The Rolls-Royce was waiting in the underground garage. Cedric, dressed in a dark blue suit, leaned against the car. There was a lit cigarette in his hand.Maia frowned at the cigarette. Seeing her approach, he immediately extinguished it and tossed it into a nearby trash can.Maia coughed a few times, pretending to be choked by the smoke. "I'm pregnant and can't stand the smell of smoke. I feel dizzy now."She put on a very pitiful expression, and Baz couldn't help but chuckle. "No more smoking from now on, okay?" Maia's tone became even more pitiful."Okay." He gently stroked her long hair, blowing into her ear.Maia tried to dodge, but he held her firmly. Then, his deep voice sounded in her ear, "Still feeling dizzy now?" Cedric lowered his head and placed a kiss on her neck. She felt the wetness, and a red mark blossomed on her skin."Hey..." Maia's cheeks turned red, trying to pu
Cedric gestured to Baz at the back, and Baz quickly handed over a document bag."What's this?" Lauren was puzzled.Eddie wheeled himself forward. "You'll know when you see it. Give it to me."He took the document bag. Maia was stunned. She didn't expect Cedric to give them this document bag so quickly. It contained evidence of Sally's actions.Eddie opened the document bag and looked at it. However, his expression became increasingly ugly."What's going on? Eddie, what are these?" Lauren asked."Heh!" Eddie sneered, "I underestimated her!""What exactly is it?" Lauren asked while picking up the documents Eddie had placed on his legs.After she read through them, her expression changed dramatically."I can't believe this. Is this true?" Lauren couldn't believe it. "She's really something! I never thought she’d do such unforgivable things. Taking Rita out of the psychiatric hospital, causing trouble for her in the business world, and even poisoning Cedric. I never thought that s
Maia blushed even more. "Y-You should go help now."She gently pushed him with her delicate hand. He chuckled and walked toward the kitchen.After Cedric left, Eddie smiled and said, "Maia, my brother loves you. I don't know why you two got a divorce, but being bound together by the threads of fate again is a great happiness. He doesn’t know a mother’s love, but you’re the warm light in his heart."Upon hearing Eddie's words, Maia tightened her hold on Cedric's suit jacket.When Eddie said these words, his eyes were sad. He seemed like someone suddenly awakened to the realities beyond his age, saying things that didn't match his years.Maia knew Eddie must have a story but didn't want to pry. She just nodded."Thank you. As you said, I should be the warm light in his heart. But you are also a light for him. I can see that you are a good younger brother. Please continue to be one.""You speak eloquently." Eddie nodded with a smile. "I will be a good younger brother. After all, my
"There's still..." Lauren became a bit anxious when she saw Cedric's actions. "How can you feed your wife like this?"He remained calm and replied, "The food from her plate tastes better."Lauren laughed, and Eddie also smiled along. However, Maia's face turned even redder.After this dinner, Lauren and Eddie discussed the matter of his divorce from Sally."I have no objections. She has been getting away for a long time. This time, it involves taking lives. This marriage needs to end. After protecting her for many years, I consider it a completed mission."Eddie's words made it even more confusing. Was Sally just a mission for Eddie? Now, Maia was even more perplexed."Let's step down from the position of CEO first, and we'll go back when we have the chance—" Before Lauren could finish her words, an urgent ringing interrupted her. She looked at the caller ID and pressed the answer button.Jimmy's voice came urgently from the phone. "Madam, something's happened! Sally has appea
How could Cedric possibly lose? Why was she feeling afraid, even terrified?Maia didn't understand, but she felt extremely uneasy. The atmosphere suddenly became silent. Baz also realized the seriousness of the situation. He wasn't his usual playful self, and the expression on his face was solemn.After a moment, he lowered his chin onto her head and uttered a single syllable, "Okay."Maia was taken aback. Upon hearing his agreement, her unease grew. She extended her arms, embraced him, and gently rubbed against him. He tightly wrapped his arms around her, but his gaze was intense. Clearly, he had decided.Upon reaching the Cloud Nine Residences, the apartment door opened. Seeing the mess inside, Maia's heart skipped a beat."Oh no!" Maia exclaimed, quickly heading in the direction of the bathroom.The toilet tank lid wasn't securely placed and was slightly off by a couple of centimeters. Maia was even more alarmed. As she prepared to open the toilet tank, Baz swiftly approache