Blanche spent the entirety of the afternoon closely monitoring the situation online. As expected, the family had no shame at all. After the video went viral, they started a live broadcast to tearfully accuse Cameron of behaving arrogantly and maliciously."She wore a mask and sunglasses the whole time. It was like she was refusing to acknowledge us. "The wedding is tomorrow. With the gown looking like that, we have no other choice but to postpone the wedding. "The hotel, wedding ceremony, guests' accommodations, and flight tickets amount to nearly 100 thousand dollars."We're not asking for much. We just want her to reimburse our losses as per her store's policy. But not only did she refuse, she had us forcibly removed from the premises.""My kind-hearted daughter-in-law even spoke up for them, saying how it's not easy for young women to run a shop. She suggested that we take a ready-made dress from the store instead. But that designer, Ms. Yorksworth refused," the middle-aged
Cameron stared silently at Cade, which left him perturbed. He called for Fabian to come in."Mr. Monet will handle your store's affairs. Stop bothering Timothy.""Did you think I came here because I wanted you to help me solve what's going on with my business?"Cade didn't respond. However, it was clear what his assumptions were. Why else would she be here?"I wanted to wait for you to get off work."Cameron tilted her head as she blinked at him with clear eyes. Her beauty knew no bounds. She was so beautiful that her appearance alone made others easily forgive her for her transgressions even though they knew how vindictive she was."I can handle it on my own. There's no need for Mr. Monet to step in."She had already sorted out the evidence and was just waiting for things to heat up before posting it. It would also give the store free advertising. There was no other choice. They were so poor that they could hardly afford rent. Of course, they wouldn't have any extra income to
Cade shot Cameron a withering look."You own a shop that can't even afford rent for a year. Can you even hire a secretary?"Cameron fell silent. She wasn't in the mood to chat after the nightmare she experienced. His harsh words only left her even more disheartened. Who would believe that she, a daughter of the Yorksworth family and wife to Cade Carter, would be penniless?She unconsciously fiddled with the watch around her wrist as her vision went out of focus. The faint fragrance coming from Cade lingered in her nostrils. There was a vague feeling that something was wrong, but for a moment, she couldn't figure it out. Fabian was then heard knocking on the door from the outside."Come in," Cade said.Cameron finally realized what was wrong when Cade stood up. Wasn't he supposed to be at his desk?"What are you doing here?" she asked.Cade's dark eyes stared down at her pale face."You were squealing like a pig in a slaughterhouse and muttering non-stop. Why would I stay wh
Fabian stood awkwardly behind them. Beside him was a stone-faced Cade. The hysterical Nerissa was facing off against the imposing Cameron. It was obvious who was the pitiful one being bullied. Cameron didn't care what these people thought of her. So, she didn't even bother to explain herself. Cade remained silent, his expression frosty. Meanwhile, Nerissa turned into a whining creature. It was unfortunate, however, that no one bothered to pay attention to her.The atmosphere was far too awkward and eerie, prompting Fabian to explain stiffly, "Please don't get the wrong idea, Madam Cameron. Mr. Carter has a social engagement and happens to be leaving…"Cameron behaved much more pleasantly toward Fabian. She no longer acted as aggressive and hostile as before."I see."Cade's dark expression turned even gloomier. "Are you a woman? Why are you so chatty?"Fabian felt so wronged. He acted the way he did all for the sake of Cade's marriage.Cameron's phone started to buzz once t
A nurse came in to have Cade's blood pressure taken, which cut the conversation short. While the girl took his measurements, she stole glances at Cameron. There was a slight blush tinting her cheeks pink.Cameron could feel the nurse's gaze on her, but she didn't even bother to lift her head. Instead, she offered a mild word of caution. "Don't be fooled by a man's appearance. Some people are only meant to be admired from afar. "I'm his wife. We've been married for two years. Yet, he has so many mistresses out in the wild. Three of them even came to me directly."The nurse's face turned red. She gingerly waved her hands. "There's been a misunderstanding, Miss. I'm not interested in your husband. I just think you're very beautiful. Umm… Can I add you on Facebook?" Cade and Cameron were at a loss for words.The nurse was staring at Cameron with wide, expressive eyes. All that was missing was the nurse clasping her hands together to beg. In any case, Cameron was particularly ind
Cameron was ready to go to bed once she finished her dinner. Although she seemed calm on the surface, she had spent the day on edge. The shop didn't belong solely to her. Monica also had a stake in it. It couldn't be ruined because of her personal grudges with Nerissa.Cade suddenly asked, "Where does it hurt?"Cameron paused while lifting her blanket. "Huh?" she asked."This afternoon in my office, you kept saying it hurt."He stared intently at her. Cameron had a rosy complexion, showing no signs of the fragility she had earlier in the day when she murmured in pain while her eyes were shut. Now, her clear gaze was filled with incomprehensible astonishment.If he hadn't sat beside her, and she hadn't opened her eyes only to whimper that she was in pain, he might've believed that she was still dreaming.Seeing her putting on an act of clueless innocence made him feel as if he were being ridiculed. Why would he still believe her after being deceived over and over again?Camer
Cade looked up, and his gaze swept coldly over Fabian. "Is your salary paid by me or her? If you're so worried, why don't you quit and be her secretary instead?"Fabian was flummoxed. Why was Cade acting like he had eaten explosives for breakfast? Was it because Cameron would rather take a cab than get in his car?He blinked mischievously, eager for gossip, and asked, "Mr. Carter, are you sure you don't like Madam? I think Madam would be voted 'Most Beautiful Woman' every year if she was a celebrity."He was implying that Cade had no taste. If Fabian married such a beautiful woman, he would cater to her every whim. Even if he had to go without food and drink, he would gladly save his money and let her spend it. But, apparently, Cameron lived very frugally. Two weeks ago, if someone had told Fabian that the woman named Cameron who struggled with paying the rent on her shop was actually Cade's wife, he would never have believed them.Cade said, "The oleander growing at the side o
Diane was delighted that Cade was asking about Cameron of his own accord. She quickly put on a worried expression. "Madam went upstairs as soon as she got home, and she didn't even have dinner. She looked rather peaky, and she seemed unwell."Cameron had kept her head lowered, and her fringe had covered her face, so Diane hadn't seen the injury on her forehead.Cade frowned slightly but did not say anything else. Diane sneaked a glance at his expression and asked tentatively, "How about if you bring Madam some dinner when you go upstairs later?""If she won't eat unless she has to be requested to do so, then forget it.""Madam has a weak stomach. If she doesn't eat on time, she might get gastritis again. It was so painful for her the last few times that she was in tears—"Cade paused halfway through eating. He cut her off expressionlessly. "She won't starve if she eats one meal less."Diane sighed and went back to the kitchen quietly. Although Cameron had said that she wasn't