Chapter 68
Chapter 68
Linda couldn’t believe how easily idem had taken benna at her wont
“ At this cafe , if Sterns pointed the finger at me , Aiden would believe her withmit a second thought , Dean’t let this go on any ) Senna , no matter what Linda thought . Amber would make the perfect prem ‘
Linda fired her intense gare on Amber and said , “ Amber , you’ve met Len . Do you really think he and those men could have hurt your dad ?
“ Sienna’s making baseless accusations without any proof . How heartbreaking Amber , do you honestly believe those uncles would ever hærm y Esther ? ”
Amber didn’t catch her meaning and blurted out . “ Didn’t we just say they’re the prime spects ? They left the company but wanted when that didn’t work , they played dirty . He despicabile ”
Linda’s face turned ashen , the smile in her eyes vanishing in an instant . She shot Amber a vicious
Amber was startled by Linda’s vicious glare and instinctively ducked behind Sienna
Snacast any glance at Linda before deliberately shifting her are to Aiden . “ Dad , if you doubt my words , you can go and invest yourself . They deliberately chose that spot because there were no surveillance cameras .
“ I had to conduct door – to – door inquiries before I finally uncovered the truth . Ms. Lambert , perhaps you should focus on gathering evidence . ”
Linda sputtered , still trying to defend herself .
Aiden roared , “ Shut up . Linda , do I have to die before you’ll believe me ? If it weren’t for you , those good – for – nothing scumbags would never have gotten into the company .
Linda was seething with silent fury . She thought furiously . “ I
“ I’m absolutely certain it wasn’t those people , but I can’t prove it . Damn that Sanna . ”
Amber’s eyes widened in shock again as Aiden lashed out at Linda .
Ever since Linda married Aiden , Alden had believed whatever she said without question , and the two of them always put on a picture – perfect loving couple act .
Amber had always thought Aiden was blindly devoted to Linda . Shenever expected this to happen .
Sienna said , “ Dad , since you’re ill , you should rest well I’ve arranged some entertainment for you . Performers will come to your room this evening to put on a show !
Aiden’s face lit up with delight , his whole demeanor instantly brightening as a warm smile spread across his face . “ How thoughtful of you , Sienna , ” he said .
Linda glared after Sienna and Aiden as they walked away , her eyes blaring with venomous jealousy and hatred .
She clenched her teeth , fists so tight her nails dug paidfully into her palms . Only the sharp sting brought her back to reality
Aiden glanced at her with clear disdain in his eyes . You should leave too . There are caregivers here . I don’t need you to take care of me . ”
Linda went pale with panic , her voice frantic “ Aiden , what did I do wrong ? I’ll change , I promise . Please don’t send me away . ”
Aiden was already seething with anger after realizing that the people who beat him up were most likely Linda’s relativ affected act only added fuel to the fire
“ Get out ,” Aiden snapped , his voice seething with anger . “ I don’t want to see your face . Get the hell out of here right now .”
Ing her put on this pitiful ,
Linda’s heart skipped a beat as a wave of dread washed over her . Before she could protest , the caregivers at the door yanked her out of the room .
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Linda struggled and snapped , “ Who the hell are you ? What do you think you’re doing ? Let go any idea who I am ? ”
Linda glared at those young , beautiful careers . Sienna heed them on purpose
How dare you lay
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The only reason Linda kept rushing to the hospital to take care of Aiden was due to the caregivers Sienna hired ,
“ What is Sienna playing all Every caregiver the hired is young and energetic , with sexy waiths , long legs , awess skin , and tunning look wondered . It instantly put her on high alert
Though middle – aged , Aiden possessed an incomparably handsome face , chiseled yet refined , so striking that it made people easily overtook his age
“ Ms. Lambert , we’re here at Miss Hart’s request to care for her father . Mr. Hart has just said he doesn’t want you here , so we must ask you to leave i one of them said
Linda struggled violently and roared , “ How dare you . Who do you think you are ? ”
Aiden didn’t lift a finger to stop them , just letting the caregivers drag Linda away . Her mind was always stuck on the same petty schemes . He was long since fed up
Vivian was invited to a company dinner , where Richard Wood personally offered her a toast . Flattered and slightly flustered , she quickly nice to her feet .
“ Mr. Wood , I
I was just doing my job , Vivian said modestly
Richard chuckled warmly and said , “ Vivian , our company wouldn’t be where it is today without you . You’re truly our lucky star . ”
“ Oh , Mr. Wood , really , I can’t take the credit . The company’s success is all thanks to your leadership and everyone’s hard work , Wian said
Anya sat quietly to the side , seeing right through it all but keeping her thoughts to herself .
This little company only caught the eye of SIE Corporation because of Vivian , she mused . “ It’s no exaggeration to say they’ve shot straight to How could they not treat Vivian with the utmost respect ?
Today , after Vivian secured a new partnership , Richard threw a celebratory dinner in her honor .
pout to the restroom
said , “ Excuse me , you guys keep drinking . I’ll just step out
Anya said ,
Richard would never let anyone mess with Vivian , and Anys felt reassured .
“ Mr. Wood , long time no see . What a surprise to find you dining here as well . Come , let’s have a drink . A potbellied man approached with a drinkin hand , slung his arm around Richard’s shoulders , and burst out laughing
“ Peter , it’s been a while . Join me for a drink , ” fac
Richard smiled
Peter Zimmer’s eyes immediately zeroed in on Vivian . “ Talk about things falling right into my lap , he thought , licking his lips . The woman he’d been lusting after for days was standing right here .
Peter , emboldened by alcohol , sidled up to Vivian and placed his meaty hand heavily on her shoulder .
“ You’re Vivian , right? Fancy meeting you here again Peter slurred , leaning in closer . “ Im- ”
Before he could finish , Vivian slapped Peter’s hand away from her shoulder with such force that he recoiled in p
Peter winced and pulled his hand back . ‘ Damn , she’s got some strength . A real spitfire – I like that , he thought , a lecherous grin spreading across
“ Peter , please keep your distance , ” Vivian warned .
Peter leaned in with a smirk and said , “ Mus Hart , let’s get acquainted . We’re all in the same business circle , always good to expand one’s network , right ? I’m Peter , Come on , let’s shake hands . ”
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Vivian’s usually sweet and gentle face hardmed into an icy másk
about to refurs .
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Richard stepped between them and deliberately shook Peter’s hand . “ Peter , if there’s friends . No need to trouble my stall ”
“ That old lecher , Richard fumed inwardly , how dare he lay eyes on my golden goose ) daking to die , not men watching where you’re
Peter’s face clouded over , Richard , you idiot – cant even read the room , he cursed medly . “ She’s just some her from me ?
Peter leered at Vivian and said , “ You’re right . department is she in ? ”
Wood . We’re old Biends . Is this lovely lady one of your employees ? She seems quite capable . Which
Richard smiled and said , “ Vivian is our most valuable asset , Peter . Don’t even think about poaching her . She’s our key player ”
Peter couldn’t believe Richard was this stubborn , completely impenetrable .
Peter pulled Richard aside , leering at Vivian a few times. In a suggestive tone , he said , “ Mr. Wood , didn’t you always want to work with our company ?
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