Chapter 4
After copying the evidence, I played it smart.
I didn’t take the elevator but went down using the staircase in the corner of the villa.
I found that Alisha was nestled in Adam’s arms, giggling flirtatiously.
“You’re so clever, Addie. I’ve become the life–saving hero, which gives me the perfect opportunity to launch my career, and our family stocks have even risen. I don’t have to donate bone marrow to that old woman, and Charlotte will be forever grateful to me.”
A devious glint flashed in Alisha’s eyes as she spoke with cold–blooded contempt.
“After that old woman died, I not only had to pretend to be in pain and lie in bed for a month, but I also had to cry and kneel in front of Charlotte’s bed to apologize. No one has ever dared to treat me like this! I really gave those mother and daughter too much face! Fortunately, those paparazzi and marketing accounts were quite effective, achieving all the intended results. I guess I’ll reluctantly forgive that old woman for the suffering she caused me!”
With each sentence, the guilt in Adam’s heart transformed into a sharp thorn, piercing him more painfully.
As soon as the words fell, Adam abruptly pushed Alisha away from his embrace. Frowning, he lowered his voice and scolded her.
“Alisha, watch your language and respect the deceased! Never bring this up again, or you won’t be welcome here anymore!”
After saying this, he turned to leave.
Alisha was stunned, completely surprised that Adam would reprimand her over Mia. She immediately rushed forward and hugged his waist, looking hurt.
“Okay, okay, I won’t mention it again! I just missed you, that’s all. We haven’t seen each other for so long, and I have so much I want to tell you!”
This time, Adam didn’t push her away.
I watched them coldly, my palms already marked with blood from my own fingernails.
“Mom, just hold on a little longer… Soon, I’ll tear off these two hypocritical masks at the event!”
I turned around and headed down from the elevator.
When I came down, Alisha was still on top of Adam, flirting and fooling around.
This was definitely not the kind of distance friends should have.
Seeing me arrive, Alisha put on an innocent smile instead.
“Charlotte, are you done with your work?”
Adam turned his head to look and immediately pushed Alisha away, explaining frantically.
“Charlotte, let me explain. Alisha accidentally tripped on the corner of the table, and I was just…”
I raised my hand to cut off Adam’s transparent explanation and smiled politely.
11:08 AM
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“I understand. If there was really something between you two, why would I be the one marrying you? The maid says dinner is ready. Let’s eat
first.”
Despite my generosity, Adam’s expression remained uneasy.
He kept sticking close to me during dinner, serving me food and wiping my mouth.
Alisha forced a smile visible to everyone, and halfway through the meal, she found an excuse to leave.
This time, Adam didn’t comfort her.
I continued to play innocent, cooperating with his performance of deep affection.
After all, without him, how could my grand scheme “take the world by storm” three days from now.
