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Chloe prioritized the family’s reputation?
Alice slammed her cup onto Chloe’s
Chloe, feigning indignation, clutched her hand.
hand. She
prioritizing herself?”
Ethan immediately defended her.“Alice, you dare resort to violence? You’re getting out of
control.”
“Yes, I am. So what?” Alice’s eyes were defiant and arrogant.
Ethan, after several glares, relented. If this escalated, Chloe’s schemes and Alice’s retaliation would damage the Windhaps reputation.
He tossed the signed documents to Caleb. “You’re all getting too big for your britches! Let’s see how far you go!”
Alice said calmly, “Don’t worry. The company will further than think.” The entertainment company’s revival
revival was due to Caleb’s acting and her three successful scripts.
to tell the police?”
Ethan’s
go
you
mood soured. He looked at Chloe.“Know what
“Yes.” Chloe replied softly. She sensed Ethan’s displeasure at being extorted by Alice, but she was also upset. Everything should have been hers. If her father hadn’t warned her, she would have confronted the Windhams. Alice could have stopped it, but she’d stood by. Everyone wanted to minimize the scandal and was giving Alice so much!
Soon, the police arrived. Chloe, pale and silent, feared an investigation. Alice sat opposite her, smirking. “Why are you so nervous? You wanted to find out the truth. Tell the police.”
Chloe remained silent, afraid of provoking Alice.
The case was closed as the butler stealing from the family and committing suicide due to guilt. The body was removed.
After seeing the police off, Ethan sighed, looking at Alice.“Satisfied
“Not really.”
“Why are you so sarcastic?”
now?”
Alice raised an eyebrow.“If someone bothers me, I’ll make them twice as uncomfortable.”
Ethan was furious but dared not scold her. She was different, and formidable. He stormed off, saying, “I’m going to the company.”
Chloe said pitifully, “Big Brother, can you take me to the hospital?” She didn’t want to be alone, vulnerable without Ethan’s support.
Ethan left with Chloe.
Chloe said, “Big Brother, maybe I should move out. Staying here will only anger Alice and cause
arguments.”
“Chloe, ignore Alice. Stay here.”
Chloe decided to move out; Alice was too aggressive.“Big Brother, maybe I’ll move out for a while. I’ll come back after Alice calms down?”
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No need. Just endure it for now. Don’t provoke Alice.”
Chloe was furious. Why should she endure it? On Alice’s first day back, everyone favored her. She had to act.
Chloe changed the subject. Big Brother, how’s the Al project? The foreign investor seems.
reliable.”
“Still negotiating. We need to vet them.”
“Big Brother, can I participate? I want to learn and help you.
Ethan was pleased. “Good. If Alice were half as sensible…”
Chloe’s face hardened, hiding her dark expression. She’d crush Alice and make her grovel at her feet.
After Ethan and Chloe left, Caleb looked at Alice with the share transfer agreement. “Remember our deal?”
Alice said, “Once I get my parents‘ inheritance, I’ll give you Big Brother’s shares.” She needed security.
“Fourth Brother doesn’t distrust you; just checking. I’ll keep this for you.” He was relieved but kept the contract; he needed protection too.
Noah frowned. “Fourth Brother, you still don’t trust Alice? We’ve seen Chloe’s true colors; we won’t be fooled again.”
“Second Brother, I don’t distrust Alice, but if Big Brother makes trouble, I can use this contract. Alice didn’t reveal that she knew what he was thinking.
She went upstairs. Noah
looked
disappointed. “You’re 50 wary of
Alice?”
“Second Brother, I’m not as noble as you. Even brothers settle accounts. It’s better to be clear. Instead of questioning me, try to persuade Big Brother. I heard the AI investor was recommended by Chloe. Something’s wrong.” How could Chloe know such an influential investor?
Noah sighed. “I tried, but Big Brother wouldn’t listen.”
“Let it happen. Once Chloe’s scheme backfires, he’ll see her true colors. Like Alice said, the boomerang only hurts. when it hits you. Caleb left with the contract.
Alice changed and
and went
downstairs. The PR team
had
found some clues.
Noah asked, “Alice, where are you going?”
“Out.”
“I’ll take you.”
“No need. It’s inconvenient.” She didn’t want the Windhams to know her activities.
Outside, she saw Jackson’s car. He rolled down the window. “Get in.”
“Why are you here?”
She leaned against him. “You wouldn’t have waited all night?”
He coughed.“No.”
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“You’re wearing the same clothes and tie from last night. You look tired. You didn’t sleep.” She remembered his clothes from their video call. He was meticulous; he wouldn’t wear the same clothes in the heat.
He was slightly embarrassed. “You caught me. I was worried after you said you’d been framed.” Her eyes welled up. She kissed his cheek.
He held her shoulders, deepening the kiss.
Someone banged on the car window.“What are you doing? Stop!”
