Frank did not probe further. He understood that it might just lead to more frustration. To him, the members of the Lockton family were lowly and arrogant.He had no intention of investing more time in them or interfering in their affairs. He wanted to see how they would remain arrogant on the day of the wedding.Having said what he wanted to, he had lost his appetite and abruptly got up to leave.When Frank passed by the table beside him, he happened to look over. He saw a man’s side profile. The man had distinct features and an impressive demeanor that would always draw attention.Because Frank was restless, he did not think too much about it. He retracted his gaze and left.After Frank left, Charles stood up and sat opposite Reina.Seeing that Reina did not object, the observant waiter sensibly went forward to change the cutlery.The atmosphere was heavy.Reina looked up at his cold and unhappy expression and was not surprised at all. “Frank Blakewell is even meaner than the
It turned out that Charles’s fierce determination had not diminished at all. Instead, as time passed, it became even more powerful.Right now, he only wanted to do all he could to ensure Ruth’s happiness.“Still, there will always be some things that are destined to be out of our control. Perhaps our decision was wrong from the beginning,” Reina said meaningfully.Charles regained his senses. “What?”Reina took a deep breath. “Let’s go. It’s time to go to the airport.”Her father had asked her to keep the truth of her sister’s death a secret because he did not want anything to go wrong at this juncture. They had been working behind the scenes for several years. They could not let a moment of impulse ruin everything.Now was not the time to get their revenge.The end to the liveliness of the festivities left Ruth feeling rather depressed. She took a week off to mentally recover.Alas, a work call interrupted her week off.Ouyan had already signed the contract, but they had not
After Ruth hung up, she quickly called Dulcie. “The meeting went well. The wedding won’t have anything to do with the Lovehart family. What did Ouyan say about the publicity plan?”Dulcie paused for a second before she exploded. “I can’t believe you took so long to reply to me! Do you know how worried we were about you? I’ve already told Grandpa that if things don’t work out and the duke doesn’t come back, I’ll ask my uncle to make the wedding arrangements! The Rivas family will always be your maiden home!”The corners of Ruth’s eyes twitched. While she was touched, she still felt a little incredulous. “There’s no need for that.”It was just a simple wedding, but they were making such a big deal out of it.Moreover, she was not very interested in the wedding…Why did everyone want to help her make the wedding arrangements…“That’s not right. Also, why did you reply to me so late? You’re not lying to me, are you? Whatever! I’ll come over to you right away!” Still a little worrie
Stephanie was even more surprised by their plan. “You’re making Miss Ruth’s wedding public? Will the media be invited too?”“Of course,” Dulcie replied confidently.Stephanie hesitated for a moment. “I know this is a good opportunity, but there have been a lot of rumors on the Internet recently, saying that Miss Ruth and Miss Luna will have their weddings on the same day…”She did not finish her sentence, but everyone understood what she meant.A biological daughter and a stepdaughter would definitely not be treated the same.When the time came, Ruth would only be a foil.Even if Ruth’s husband was Abel, they would very much be overshadowed.“Ruth’s wedding is on the same day, but it has nothing to do with the Lovehart family. Luna used to be a public figure, so you should know her character, right? She’s used to manipulating people and then discarding them when they’re no longer of any use to her,” Dulcie explained in a light voice.Stephanie hesitated for a few seconds, still
Abel was dumbfounded.She had already taken the car keys! It was clear that looking for him was an afterthought! However, seeing that she was in a good mood today, he did not argue with her. “There’s no need to go to the bar. Lily doesn’t have time to waste at bars these days.”Ruth looked at him in confusion.“Wait for a while. Ask her yourself when she comes back later.” Abel paused for a moment before continuing, “Also, she’s not as innocent as you think she is.”How could an innocent young woman have such a huge network in a foreign country?If he had not sent someone to follow her, he would not have discovered her secret!Ruth raised her eyebrows slightly. She could not help but recall their conversation after she returned from paying her respects at her mother’s grave.She said, “Lily is very innocent. My aunt sheltered her a lot…”“Wait… Is what he said true?” Ruth thought to herself.Ruth believed Abel’s words and put down her car keys. However, she could not help bu
Ruth’s lips were getting closer and closer. Abel gulped and slowly closed his eyes, preparing to kiss her scarlet lips.Beep!The sound of the combination lock of the door being opened was heard.The next second, a crisp, familiar voice sounded at the doorway.“Did I come back at the wrong time?”Ruth was draped halfway across Abel, and they were in a very compromising position. When Ruth heard the voice, she looked up in shock.The instigator at the door had a playful voice and a smile on her face. She looked like she was watching a trainwreck.It was obvious what that look meant. As long as other people were embarrassed, she would be amused!It was Lily!If Ruth had known earlier, she would have let her stay with Grandpa in the manor!Didn’t Lily say that she wanted to stay with her grandfather?Her face and ears were burning, but Ruth had to pretend to be calm.She naturally got off Abel’s body. “We were just playing a game. Don’t overthink things.”“Oh, is this a game
Lily pursed her lips, and her face fell.She pulled a chair over with her foot and sat down. Her tone was helpless and emotional. “Ruth, you’ve really changed a lot in the six months since you returned to the country!”Ruth’s attitude toward her father had changed. She was no longer as cold and distant as before. It was quite nice.Ruth’s attitude toward her had also changed. She was actually starting to control her. It was very subtle, but it was noticeable.But it was not that annoying.“I know. I’ve become prettier.” Ruth’s expression remained cold and unmoved.Lily was speechless.Was Ruth being serious?Whatever!Lily decided not to discuss this topic and directly brought up what she had learned over the past few days. “Didn’t you ask me to investigate a woman who you thought was Notus’s mysterious lover?”Ruth paused. “Have you been investigating Notus these days?”Lily nodded. “Being here makes it more convenient to conduct the investigations! Besides, I’m bored!”Ru
Lily was extremely efficient Had she started investigating even before Reina had left?Ruth looked at her with more admiration. “Since when did you start to investigate this?”Lily was still looking at her phone and did not even look up. “That night, after my parents left, Notus was by the car. The topic of his conversation with Abel was strange.”Her grandfather was also there. The way he stopped her from asking questions was too obvious.He just did not want her to ask.If he did not want her to ask questions, that was fine. She would investigate on her own.“When did you do the DNA test with Aunt Reina?” Ruth asked again.“The next day. I went to send my mother off and stole a few strands of her hair.”Before Ruth could say anything, Lily had already pulled something out. “Look at this woman. Does she look like my mother?”It was an ID photo of a woman in her early twenties. It was quite old, and the image was rather blurry.However, from the faint outline, one could sti