My Novel rebirth 39

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Chapter 39 I’ve Truly Found a Treasure

Russell’s gaze carried a cold sharpness as he observed the Harmon family’s attitude toward Zoey–cruel and callous. Their visit wasn’t to bring Zoey back but to demand a hefty dowry.

“How much do you think Zoey is worth?”

His voice was detached and icy.

Jordan’s eyes lit up. “As the head of the Maddox family, you can’t afford to give too little–it wouldn’t be dignified if word got out.”

Dahlia chimed in, “Exactly. Besides, Zoey is exceptional in both looks and talent.”

Zoey sneered. “Oh? Then can you tell me what my major was in college?”

Dahlia’s lips twitched awkwardly. “Well, whatever it was, it must‘ ve been excellent. Now you’re an S–tier designer at Galaxy Studio, earning billions annually. Setting aside family background, how many socialites out there can compare to you? Russell, Zoey is lucky to have married you, but you’re equally fortunate to have her. Considering that, we think a suitable dowry would be some shares of the Maddox Group.”

Russell’s eyes narrowed slightly. “How many shares are you‘ asking for?”

Dahlia raised a hand. “Five percent would suffice.”

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“The Maddox Group is worth billions. Five percent amounts to 50 billion, plus annual dividends–it’s a fortune without lifting a finger.”

Jordan let out an awkward laugh. “Don’t listen to her, Russell. She doesn’t understand these things. One percent will do.”

Zoey held Russell’s hand. “I left the Harmon family at fourteen. Just reimburse me for the expenses incurred during the first thirteen years of my life–at a rate of 10,000 a year.”

Ten thousand per year amounted to just 130,000.

Hearing this, Dahlia’s fury surged. “Zoey, have you ever seen a bride’s dowry reduced to a measly 130,000? Did I give birth to you for nothing?”

Zoey had long grown numb to her parents‘ coldness, but their shamelessness was on full display now.

She spoke icily. “During the old lady’s birthday banquet, Ariana presented a brooch that was plagiarized from my designs. didn’t expose her then. However, my office was under surveillance, and her theft was recorded. Here’s the evidence.”

Zoey tossed a USB drive onto the table in front of Dahlia. “Now, you either sign the papers or I’ll release this footage. Ariana’s reputation is already in shambles. If this goes public, she’s finished. Without her designer identity, do you think Nelson will still marry her? Oh, and Ariana’s on blockers now, isn’t she?”

Jordan and Livia’s expressions turned ashen. Their glares Zoey grew venomous.

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Livia spoke darkly. “So, you planned to use this footage to

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threaten us into severing ties all along?”

Dahlia didn’t bother hiding it. “Yes.”

Jordan fumed. “Ariana is your sister! How can you do this to her?”

Zoey mockingly dug a finger into her ear. “Oh, please. After everything she’s done to me, why can’t I retaliate? Sign the papers already; Russell and I have work to do.”

Realizing that Zoey wasn’t bluffing but was genuinely cutting ties, Jordan reluctantly signed his name, followed by Dahlia, who threw the pen onto the table in frustration.

Zoey cheerfully stowed the document in her bag. “Mr. Harmon, Ms. Baker, I’ll wire the 130,000 to your account shortly.”

Jordan snorted and stormed off.

Dahlia glared. “Zoey, you’re an ungrateful wretch!”

As the door slammed, Zoey chuckled softly, her shoulders shaking with laughter. For the first time, she was truly free of them.

Was she sad? Not in the least. Instead, she felt utterly liberated.

Russell, misunderstanding her reaction, thought she was crying. “Zoey, don’t cry. You still have me.”

Zoey turned to him. “Who said I’m crying?”

Russell paused, startled to find joy rather than sadness in her eyes.

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Zoey hugged his lean waist. “Russell, from now on, it’s just you and me.”

“I’ve always been here.”

“No, wait. I also have Grandpa and Leanna.”

Russell frowned. “Having me is enough.”

Zoey hadn’t expected him to be so jealous. She couldn’t help but tease, “Russell, do you smell something sour?”

Russell sniffed earnestly. “No.”

When he realized she was teasing him, he chuckled. “You’re such a mischief–maker, Zoey.”

“Hmm?”

“Ariana plagiarized your designs. Were all her past works also yours?”

Zoey nodded. “I valued family and didn’t care who got the credit, so I gave her my designs. But now that I’ve seen her true colors, she’ll never get anything from me again.”

Russell smiled. “I’ve truly found a treasure.”

Zoey wasted no time. By that afternoon, she publicly announced her decision to sever ties with the Harmon family.

The news, initially expected to be a small item, caught the editor’s eye for its dramatic potential and was prominently featured.

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The story quickly spread across Woodmerrow, and Zoey’s name was on everyone’s lips.

Some praised her clarity, escaping the toxicity of such a family. Others criticized her as heartless for abandoning her kin after achieving success.

Zoey, however, paid no attention to the public’s opinions and lived as she pleased.

Her approach to the Harmon family was simple–whatever upset them brought her joy.

Before the end of the workday, Russell called to inform her that he couldn’t pick her up due to a dinner meeting. He insisted that Alissa escort her home to Serene Manor, but Zoey had other plans.

She logged into the Deep Web, leaving a message: Dr. Z will be at Hines Hall at 6 PM.

The hacker quickly relayed this information to Nelson, who felt a sinister gleam in his eyes.

That night, he vowed to make Dr. Z regret everything.

Zoey, meanwhile, disguised herself with a thin prosthetic mask, a short wig, and a simple sports outfit. Satisfied with her plain appearance, she set out for Hines Hall.