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Nathaniel tightened his grip on her, as though he wanted to meld them into one.
No matter what she did, Cecilia couldn’t free herself from his grasp. Her body was burning up, and in her desperation, she yelled, “Nathaniel, let
go!”
Nathaniel’s throat tightened, but he was unwilling to let go.
“Let’s sleep together tonight,” he proposed.
His fervent breaths fell upon her ear, causing it to flush a deep red.
Nathaniel gently lifted her with his strong hands, effortlessly placing her on the bed.
“Don’t do this-
Before Cecilia could finish speaking, an urgent voice called from the doorway. “Mommy, Mommy!” It was Elliot.
Nathaniel’s eyebrows furrowed slightly.
Cecilia attempted to rise, but the weight of Nathaniel was like a massive mountain, immovable no matter how much she tried.
“Nathaniel, hurry up and move!” Cecilia lowered her voice and hissed.
Nathaniel didn’t pay any attention to her. Instead, he turned back and looked toward the direction of the door, shouting, “She’s asleep now; come find her tomorrow.”
Elliot stood at the door, seemingly frozen in place for a moment before he began knocking with increased force.
“You scoundrel, give me back my mommy! Waa! Mommy! Mommy…”
He couldn’t bear to let his mother be bullied by his sc*mbag father right under his own watch.
Upon hearing Elliot’s cries, Cecilia couldn’t distinguish whether they were genuine or fake. Immediately, she was overcome with worry and impulsively bit down on Nathaniel’s sturdy shoulder.
Nathaniel winced in pain, drawing in a sharp breath. Regardless, he didn’t move away. Instead, he held her even tighter.
“Be good, listen to me, and stay with me tonight, and from now on, I’ll listen to whatever you say.”
Cecilia was unwilling and bit down even harder.
Nathaniel let out a grunt of pain.
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Outside the door, Elliot was still rattling on. “You meanie, if you don’t hand over my mommy. I’m calling the police!”
Cecilia tasted the metallic tang of blood in her mouth, briefly slackening her jaw before speaking again.
“Nathaniel, if you continue this way, I won’t bother with you anymore in the future.
If it had been in the past, Nathaniel would never have succumbed to her threats.
Now, the thought of Cecilia disappearing for four to five years again frightened him, and he let go. of her.
Cecilia hurriedly wriggled out of his embrace, flung open the door, and stepped outside.
Upon finally seeing his mother, Elliot’s eyes instantly welled up with tears.
“Mommy, are you okay?”
“Of course. I was merely helping Mr. Rainsworth with his clothes since he was having a bit of difficulty earlier.”
Cecilia’s face was still flushed.
Elliot let out a sigh of relief. That scoundrel of a father had actually tricked him by saying his mother was already asleep, but thankfully, he had remained persistent.
“Mommy, look at me in the clothes you bought! Aren’t I adorable?”
Elliot’s eyes were curved in amusement as he twirled around in his adorable little dinosaur outfit.
“You’re so cute! My little Eli is the most adorable boy on the planet. Here, let me take a picture of you.”
“Okay.”
Elliot was a bit of a narcissist. Even though he looked exactly like his older brother, Jonathan, he believed he was far more handsome and popular with the girls. It was a shame, however, that his illness prevented him from attending school like other kids.
While Cecilia was taking pictures of Elliot, Nathaniel changed into the new clothes and stepped out looking neat and tidy. Coincidentally, Cecilia captured this moment.
The photo depicted two figures, one large, one small, who were strikingly similar to each other.
The clothes that Cecilia bought had similar colors, somewhat resembling matching parent–child outfits. Hence, they looked just like a real father and son duo.
However, Cecilia didn’t realize and saved the photo.
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When Elliot saw his sc*mbag father emerge, his eyes filled with disdain. He insisted on switching places before continuing their “photoshoot.”
After taking a bunch of handsome photos, it was only then that Elliot contentedly went to sleep with Cecilia.
Early the next morning.
After waking up, Cecilia received a call from Sven.
“The person who hurt you yesterday has been identified it’s Cassandra.”
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Cassandra, her half–sister from the same mother but a different father.
When Cecilia learned the answer, there was a moment of stunned silence.
Sven continued, “When I went to handle things yesterday, I learned from those people that their intention was to take you away and humiliate you.”
The stiff manner Sven said those last two words left no doubt about what he truly meant.
After hearing that, Cecilia clenched her hands.
“I got it.”
After ending the call, Cecilia couldn’t comprehend why Cassandra harbored such intense resentment toward her.
The only thing she had done to upset Cassandra was her involvement with Nicholas. However, she and Nicholas currently had no connection whatsoever.
Following that, Cecilia asked Charlotte to send her Cassandra’s phone number, as they had collaborated before.
Charlotte quickly sent over the number, then asked: Boss, are you planning to continue working with her? She reached out to me a few days ago and said she wanted to purchase more of your compositions. I haven’t had the chance to ask you yet.
Cecilia typed back: No, I have personal matters to attend to.
“Charlotte: Oh…
After a moment, she seemed to suddenly remember something and sent another message: By the way, Boss, I noticed that someone has recently been secretly investigating the vacant studio we registered.”
The studio was the front given to the public after Cecilia’s return.
Seeing that, Cecilia instantly knew that someone from Tudela was definitely conducting an investigation.
Cecilia replied: Don’t worry about them, just focus on your work.
Charlotte: Okay.
Charlotte vowed to herself that if those people dared to cause trouble, she would surely give them a taste of their own medicine.
Despite Charlotte’s adorable and gentle appearance, she was actually the international women’s kickhoving champion. Most men really weren’t her matchi
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Cecilia no longer cared if those people were investigating the shell company. She originally registered that studio to keep her work hidden from Nathaniel, but now that he had lost his memory, there was nothing to fear.
After finishing her conversation with Charlotte, Cecilia dialed Cassandra’s number, intending to have a serious discussion with her.
Cassandra had just finished a performance. As she was removing her makeup backstage, she heard her phone ring and casually picked it up.
“It’s
me, Cecilia.”
Cassandra’s breath hitched.
Her attempt to cause trouble for Cecilia by hiring someone wasn’t exactly a masterstroke. A simple investigation was all it took to uncover it.
“What do you want?”
Cassandra’s tone was somewhat guilty.
“Let’s find a time to meet and talk.”
After that, Cecilia sent Cassandra a message with a suggested meeting time and place.
Upon seeing the message, a faint twitch tugged at the corner of Cassandra’s mouth in annoyance. “Who does this b*tch think she is?” she muttered..
Cecilia wasn’t worried about Cassandra not showing up, because the next message she sent was evidence that Sven had uncovered proof that Cassandra had ordered those men to harm her.
Even if that wasn’t enough to send Cassandra to jail, it could still tarnish her reputation.
Cecilia was not one to stir up trouble voluntarily, but she
trouble voluntarily, but she wasn’t afraid of it either.
The only reason she was willing to talk to Cassandra asn’t afraid of it either.
was primarily because the latter was her
half–sister from the same mother. She assumed Cassandra was unaware of this, hence her desire to have a conversation.
Cecilia informed Martha that she had plans for the day and wouldn’t return until late.
Elliot hurriedly proposed, “Mommy, why don’t I go with you?”
Cecilia shook her head and said, “You should stay home and chat with Grandma Martha. You still have a hospital check–up this afternoon.”
“All right then.”
After she left, Martha stared at her retreating figure, murmuring, “Ceci is just so desperate for familial bonds.”
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It was human nature to yearn for what one lacked the most.
From a young age, Cecilia had never experienced much affection. Aside from Regas, she had never felt the love of any other family members.
Thus, when she found out that Cassandra was her biological sister, her emotions became exceptionally complicated.
In a small eatery off a highway in Tudela.
By the time Cecilia arrived, Cassandra was already waiting there. Much like Paula, she cared deeply for her reputation.
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Cassandra watched as Cecilia walked in, bundled up tightly, with only her clean, fair face showing.
delicate, but it was her eyes that
She had to admit, Cecilia was truly beautiful. Her features. stood out the most they were just like something out of a painting.
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Despite dressing heavily, Cecilia’s shapely figure was still subtly discernible.
Cassandra knew she wasn’t lacking in any way, yet in the presence of Cecilia, it felt as if she was somehow inferior.
“What you sent me is useless against me. Don’t waste your energy; I’m not someone who’s easily frightened.” Cassandra took the initiative to speak first.
In her mind, Cecilia wondered why, if Cassandra wasn’t afraid, she had arrived earlier than herself. Nonetheless, she didn’t expose Cassandra but instead presented a DNA test report, handing it over to her.
Cassandra took the item with a hint of confusion. As she opened it and looked inside, a trace of surprise flashed in her eyes.
“You’ve been investigating me?”
In her hands, Cassandra held a paternity test report. However, her first response wasn’t to question the parent–child relationship indicated in the report but rather, to reprimand Cecilia for investigating her.
Realizing that, Cecilia felt herself go
cold.
“You’ve known all along that you’re Paula’s daughter,” Cecilia stated matter–of–factly.
Cassandra was afraid that she might tell Queenie, her nominal mother, about this matter, so she quickly clarified, “I only found out from Paula after I returned home yesterday that you are my biological sister.” Cassandra reached out and held Cecilia’s hand. “If I had known earlier, I would never have hurt you. We are sisters, after all. I’m not Magnus.”
Cecilia, however, promptly withher hand, her eyes filled with indifference.
Frankly speaking, compared to Stella, Cassandra’s acting skills were far inferior.
Having been burned by Stella in the past, there was no way Cecilia would so readily trust Cassandra now.
“I came here to tell you this, not to form any sisterly bond with you, but to warn you. If there’s a next time, don’t blame me for not being polite.”
Cassandra’s face stiffened.
As Cecilia rose to leave, she added, “Don’t think being the daughter of the Evans family is
anything special. Everything your family has now was stolen from the Smith family. I will take it all back, piece by piece.”
Cassandra watched as her figure disappeared from sight before stomping her foot in frustration.
“Damn it! Who does she think she is, daring to threaten me?”
She had been pampered all her life, until recently when she was humiliated in front of Nicholas and Cecilia.
Cassandra vowed to teach Cecilia a harsh lesson. Sisters? Hah! Cecilia is undeserving of being my sister! Besides, I don’t need any sisters at all.
After leaving the eatery and stepping into the biting cold wind, Cecilia gazed at the surrounding blanket of pure white snow, feeling physically and emotionally drained.
She didn’t go home. Instead, she took a taxi to the cemetery in the western suburbs. As usual, she bought a bunch of fresh flowers and placed them in front of her father’s tombstone.
In truth, Martha’s assumptions were both right and wrong. Cecilia indeed longed for familial affection, but she had long since given up hope on Paula and the others, no longer expecting any care or concern from them.
“Dad, I miss you so much.”
The cold wind howled, her only response was gust after gust of chilling breeze.
Cecilia didn’t care much, standing in the cemetery for a long time.
She was unaware that, at that very moment, an unexpected guest had arrived at their home in Sparaville.
Elliot had been escorted to the hospital for a routine check–up by Sven, while Martha and the housekeepers stayed at home.
Clad in opulence, Paula stood in the modest living room, her eyes and tone filled with arrogance. “Martha, how fortunate you are to have my daughter take care of you in your old biological mother, it truly chills my heart.”
age. As her
Paula took in the caregiver tending to Martha, as well as the chef in the kitchen. Despite the place being small, it had everything necessary.
Upon hearing this, Martha scoffed, “Some women only give birth but don’t bother to raise their children. And yet, they dare to call themselves ‘mothers. It’s truly laughable.”
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The living room fell into a moment of silence.
Paula never imagined that a former nanny from her household would dare to speak to her in such a manner. She raised her hand, ready to strike Martha.
The caregiver stepped forward, attempting to dissuade her, “Madam, this elderly lady is in poor health, so you shouldn’t hit her as you please. If you refuse to comply, I will have no choice but to call the police.”
Paula’s hand froze mid–air before a cold laugh involuntarily escaped her.
“This elderly lady? She’s nothing but a destitute woman who no one wanted! She was just lucky enough to care for my daughter. Now that my daughter and son–in–law are doing well and financially supporting her, she thinks she’s some kind of wealthy elite!”
The caregiver was somewhat taken aback. She had always assumed that Martha was indeed Cecilia’s mother. She never expected that it would be this woman standing before her.
Upon closer examination, they did bear some resemblance. However, how could their temperaments and characters be so vastly different? Why were this woman’s words so sharp and harsh?
Considering Paula was her employer’s biological mother, the caregiver didn’t feel it was her place to say much. All she could do was provide basic care from the sidelines.
Faced with Paula’s mockery, Martha
rely on a man to survive, nor do I orted, “Though I may be poor, I have my dignity. I don’t
leech off my own children, unlike some people.”
Now, Paula understood where Cecilia got her temper from it was all from this woman standing
before her.
Once again, she raised her hand. Before the ground with a swift motion.
Cough, cough, cough!
Cor could react, she pushed Martha to the
Martha, who was already in poor health, began to cough violently after
ing over.
The caregiver rushed over to support her, asking anxiously, “Madam, are you all
Martha couldn’t stop coughing, making it impossible for her to respond.
Paula looked down on this scene from her elevated position, not at all bothered by what she had. done. Seeing that Martha was on the verge of death, Paula dialed Cecilia’s number and merely stated, “If you dare to seduce Nicholas again or sue me, you might as well prepare to collect your nanny’s body.”
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With that, Paula switched off her phone and left.
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The moment Cecilia received a call from Paula, she rushed home. On her way, she phoned the caregiver to inquire about the situation.
“How’s Martha doing?”
“Ms. Smith, she was pushed over earlier and had been coughing persistently. Thankfully, she’s
much better now.“”
“That’s good. I’ll be right back.
As Cecilia sped home, she didn’t forget to arrange for a doctor to visit and check on Martha to ensure she was all right.
For an elderly person, even the slightest bump or scrape could pose a threat to their life.
Moreover, Martha herself suffered from ailments common among the elderly.
Thankfully, the doctor arrived to conduct a basic examination on Martha. After he was done, he said that she had high blood pressure and had sustained injuries to her muscles and bones.
Cecilia looked at the elderly woman lying on the bed, her head full of white hair, and felt her heart ache with sympathy.
She had only been away for a short while, yet unexpectedly, something had happened to Martha.
“Martha, are you okay?” Cecilia asked with concern.
Martha opened her eyes wearily, reassuring her, “I’m fine, don’t worry. There’s nothing wrong at
all.”
Cecilia nodded. “Mhm.”
She reached out and embraced Martha.
“Martha, please never leave me.”
Martha had taken care of her since she was a child, just like an actual mother would.
“All right, I won’t.”
Despite her words, Martha was particularly worried deep inside.
Today, Paula had the audacity to come and teach her a lesson, so Martha couldn’t help but wonder what kind of bullying Paula subjected Cecilia to behind her back.
Aware that her days were numbered, Martha was concerned about Cecilia being mistreated in the future. Determined to protect the younger woman, she decided to do one last thing for her before her impending death.
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Firstly, it was so she wouldn’t inconvenience Cecilia nor become a burden. Secondly, it also fulfilled her own maternal instincts.
“Ceci, did you manage to find any evidence of Paula and Magnus transferring the Smith family’s assets?”
Cecilia didn’t understand why Martha suddenly asked this, but she shook her head and replied, “After all these years, a lot of evidence has already been lost.”
Yet, Martha had her own ideas. –
“Ceci, I want to go out and visit some old friends tomorrow.”
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“All right, who do you want to meet? I’ll go with you,” Cecilia immediately said.
She dared not let Martha out of her sight for even a moment.
“I’m just heading over to Wanda’s place in the neighboring town. She recently had a new grandchild, so I want to go visit. You stay home and focus on your music composition; you don’t need to accompany me,” Martha said gently.
“No, the doctor said you absolutely need to rest now.”
Cecilia tightened her grip on Martha’s hand.
“Silly girl, I’m really okay. Remember what that specialist said? I’ve got a good four or five years left in me.” Martha, fearing her refusal, deceived her further. “Don’t you remember Wanda? She’s not fond of having outsiders around. I’m probably the only friend she has, and if you go, we’ll both feel uncomfortable.”
Upon hearing Martha’s words, Cecilia reflected on the recent times. Martha had been staying at home, not going anywhere. She undoubtedly needed the company of friends. Hence, Cecilia nodded and agreed.
“All right, I’ll drive you over to Wanda’s place,” she offered.
“Sure.”
Once they had come to an agreement, Cecilia finally felt at ease.
When Elliot returned and discovered that Martha was injured, he quietly asked the caregiver, only to find out that it was his good–for–nothing granny who had visited..
How dare Granny be mean to Grandma Martha, causing her to get hurt?
He immediately called Jonathan. “Jonathan, did you actually teach that bad woman a lesson?”
Bad woman?
Jonathan was somewhat confused. “Who?”
“That witch granny of ours, of course.”
The term “witch granny” was an incredibly apt description.
Jonathan finally understood who Elliot was referring to and answered, “I found out that there was no money in Paula’s account at all. All of it is in the pockets of her current husband, Ralph. That’s why I’ve been targeting his company during the night recently.”
After hearing this, Elliot gave a thumbs up.
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“Jon, you’re truly amazing.”
Jonathan was somewhat speechless. When he was useless, he was simply “Jonathan.” But when he was useful, he suddenly became “Jon.”
“All right, if there’s nothing else, I’m going to hang up now.”
“Bye.”
After hanging up the phone, Elliot went to chat with Martha.
Laughter from the two echoed intermittently within the house.
Cecilia joined the chef in the kitchen to prepare a nutritious meal for Martha herself. Listening to the laughter of the old and young, she, too, felt joy.
When Nathaniel returned, his family was already basking in a harmonious and joyful atmosphere.
He had been extremely busy today, secretly taking on many of Rainsworth Group’s collaboration. projects. Hence, he was unaware that Paula had come by again.
The very next morning, Cecilia personally drove Martha to Wanda’s house.
Upon arrival, Martha found herself reluctant to part with Cecilia. Despite having a lot to advise, in the end, she only said, “Drive home safely.”
“I will.”
Cecilia nodded.
Martha watched as the car carrying Cecilia grew smaller until it vanished from hailed a cab and headed off in the opposite direction.
sight. Then, she
“Sir, to Tudela, please.”
Along the
way, Martha made
up
her mind.
After Martha arrived at the Evans residence, she knocked on the door, which was then opened by a housekeeper.
“Who are you?”
“Could you please inform Paula that her former nanny has arrived?”
Fearing that the housekeeper might find it bothersome and refuse to help, Martha purposely gave her a tip.
Motivated by the tip, the housekeeper went in to announce Martha’s arrival. It wasn’t long before. she was allowed to enter.
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“What are you doing here?”
Martha purposefully glanced around at the housekeepers in the vicinity.
Seeing that, Paula instructed them all to leave.
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Finally, Martha spoke up. “I’m aware that you transferred Mr. Smith’s money away in the past.”
Paula’s hand jerked, causing tea to splash onto her fingers.
“Did Cecilia tell you this?”
Martha stepped forward, confronting Paula. “I’m here to seek justice for Ceci. Return the money to her, or I swear, I will kill you!”
Martha pulled out a knife from her clothing, pressing it directly against Paula’s throat.
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The icy touch on Paula’s neck caused her pupils to abruptly contract. The cup in her hand fell straight to the ground..
“W–What are you doing?”
Pressing down harder, Martha said, “Return the money to Ceci.”
“I’ve given all the money to Ralph; where would I get more? Put down the knife quickly, or I’ll make you regret it.” Paula’s voice was trembling as she spoke.
Martha was not at all intimidated by her threats.
“How do you plan on making me regret it? What can someone like you, who can’t lift a hand or shoulder a burden, possibly do to me?”
Paula felt pain shooting through her neck, as though she had been nicked and was bleeding.
“Calm down. You just want money, right? I’ll give it to you.”
Indeed, in the face of death, no one was more noble than the other.
Martha knew well that Paula was terrified of dying, but the latter’s death was not what she came here for that day.
“Mom, why is the door closed? I need to talk to you.”
Suddenly, Magnus‘ voice came from the outside of the house.
Pretending to be anxious, Martha said, “I’m going to kill you to avenge Cecil”
Scared, Paula hastily reached for the knife.
It was at this moment that Martha firmly grasped Paula’s hand. With the knife’s tip aimed at herself, she ruthlessly plunged it toward her own body.
“Ah!”
Paula let out a horrified scream, only to see her own hands covered in bright red.
Yet she didn’t feel any pain, for Martha had grabbed her hand and stabbed the knife into her own. abdomen.
“You…!” Paula was at a loss for words, quickly releasing her grip.
With a loud thump, Martha collapsed to the ground. As her vision dimmed, she murmured, “I know I can’t afford to offend you powerful and wealthy people, but there’s one thing I can do. I can trade
my life… to ensure… a lifetime of unrest… and imprisonment for you…”
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She knew that with her frail body, there was no way she could harm Paula.
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Thus, she came here with the sole intention of using her last breath to send Paula to jail.
“You’re nothing but a maniac! A madwoman!”
Once again, Martha opened her mouth, blood trickling out. “I already asked someone to call the police before I arrived.”
The knocking on the door outside grew increasingly urgent.
“Mom, what are you doing? There are police everywhere outside! Mom, open the door!”
Magnus was thrown into a panic.
Why are the police here? Could it be that Cecilia has already found evidence of Mom and I transferring the
assets?
Inside the house, Paula’s hands couldn’t stop trembling.
“Y–You lunatic!”
Her eyes became bloodshot.
After all the struggles to reach this point, she didn’t want to end up in jail. Why would this nanny risk her own life just to harm her?
In a rush, Paula hurriedly wiped the blood off her hands, hoping to conceal everything.
But in the next moment, with a loud “bang,” the door was busted open.
Upon seeing the swarm of people outside, Paula realized her future was ruined, and at the hands of a mere nanny too.
Martha lay on the cold floor, her mind filled with the words the doctor had privately shared with her the previous night.
“Madam, while I was examining you, I noticed that the fluid in your lungs has once again reached. a critical level. You might not be able to hold on for another half a month.”
At that time, Martha had pleaded with the doctor, “Doctor, could you possibly refrain from telling my daughter? I want to be the one to break the news to her.”
The doctor agreed, even prescribing her a significant amount of painkillers to make her final moments somewhat more bearable.
Martha had come to realize that when one was on the brink of death, there was no pain, no sensation at all. All that remained was a profound reluctance to leave, especially when it came to the person they cared about most in the world.
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“Don’t speak, just don’t! The doctor said you can still be cured!” Cecilia’s voice was hoarse, and tears fell uncontrollably from the corners of her eyes.
“All right.”
Martha forced a smile, attempting to wipe away Cecilia’s tears, but she just couldn’t lift her hand.
Cecilia noticed her movements and brought Martha’s hand up to her face.
“Martha…”
“Be good… Don’t cry, don’t cry…”
Cecilia’s eyes were rimmed red. “Okay, I won’t cry. You’ll be okay… You’ll be okay!”
It was clear that Martha was hanging on by a thread, experiencing a brief revival. She looked out the window at the vast expanse of white snow. “Ceci… It’s the New Year…”
There was still a week left before the New Year.
Cecilia nodded. “Mhm, the New Year has come.”
“Let’s go home. I don’t want to stay… here.”
“All right, let’s go home.”
Cecilia reached out and lifted Martha into her arms.
Martha was incredibly thin, her figure almost skeletal. Despite not being particularly strong, Cecilia found it easy to lift her.
She held onto Martha, walking down the extensive hallway, all the while carrying on a conversation, fearful of Martha suddenly departing.
“We’re heading home right now. We can celebrate the New Year, make some ravioli to feast on, and even put on new clothes. Eli and Jon can’t wait to hug you.”
As Martha listened, Cecilia’s voice gradually became fainter as her vision started to blur.
Cecilia noticed her breathing growing exceptionally weak. Unable to bear it any longer, she called out to Martha, “Mom! Mom, you mustn’t leave, okay? I beg you! You promised me; you said you’d stay with me forever!”
In her heart, she had long since accepted Martha as her mother, even more so than her biological mother.
Upon hearing Cecilia call her “Mom,” Martha mustered the strength to respond with a single
umed “Okay”
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As she spoke that last word, her hand, which had been resting on her chest, fell limply to her side.
For the first time, Cecilia realized how incredibly long the hospital corridor was. Standing in the middle of it, gazing at the light outside, she felt a sharp pain in her throat.
“Mom, Mom…”
Regrettably, the person in her arms could no longer hear these calls.
When Nathaniel and the rest arrived, Sven saw Cecilia holding the already deceased Martha, all by herself.
“Mommy.” Upon witnessing the scene before him, Elliot had a rough idea of what had happened, and his eyes welled up with tears.
Cecilia merely glanced at them, then whispered, “Martha has fallen asleep. Let’s take her home together to celebrate the New Year.”
Cecilia moved forward, stepping out of the hospital. Her head spun, her vision darkening before she fell onto the snowy ground alongside Martha.
Based on the sound, Nathaniel swiftly moved forward. Without hesitation, he pulled Cecilia into an embrace.
When Cecilia next opened her eyes again, she had already returned home.
Even now, she couldn’t bring herself to believe that Martha was gone. Just yesterday, everything seemed fine, and the elderly woman had promised to always be there for her.
Elliot and Nathaniel had remained by Cecilia’s side all the while.
Upon seeing Cecilia open her eyes, Elliot immediately exclaimed, “Mommy, how are you. feeling?”
Cecilia continued to gaze blankly at the ceiling, offering no response.
Nathaniel said to Elliot, “You should step out for now.”
“Why should I be the one to leave? Shouldn’t you be the one to go?” Elliot protested.
Nathaniel didn’t waste time arguing with him. He stood up, grabbed the boy from behind, and tossed him out.
“Don’t cause trouble now,” he said coldly.
Elliot was taken aback, his lips pursing in surprise, though he didn’t dare to say much more.
Nathaniel, with a swift motion, closed the door behind him. He then returned to the bed and
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took hold of Cecilia’s hand.
“Go ahead and cry if you want to. I can’t see you, so there’s no need to hold back.”
Cecilia remained silent.
Regardless, Nathaniel climbed into bed, pulling her into his embrace.
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After what felt like an eternity, Cecilia finally spoke up. “Nathaniel, the New Year is almost upon
- us.
“Yeah.”
“Martha has left us.”
Cecilia tightly clenched onto Nathaniel’s clothes.
He held her tightly. He wasn’t good at comforting others, but he planted a kiss on her forehead.
Cecilia thought her tears had already run dry, but at that moment, she broke down, and tears began falling uncontrollably from her eyes again.
“It’s all my fault. If it weren’t for me, she wouldn’t have gone to find Paula, let alone…”
“Martha left you a letter,” uttered Nathaniel. “Wanda brought it over.”
Cecilia looked up at him. “Where is it?”
Nathaniel got up, pulled open the bedside drawer, and handed the letter to her.
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She swiftly opened the letter, and what came into her sight was a few short lines of text: Ceci, by the time you open this letter, I am no longer around. Please don’t be sad. This is my fate. Do you still remember what I told you? Everyone gets old, and eventually, we all have to die. So, I’m not scared. All I want is to be able to do something for you before.I leave this world. The doctor said that I won’t last more days. I know I can’t win against Paula, so the only way is to send her to prison. This way, she won’t be able to bully you anymore. Finally, please don’t resent me for calling myself your mother, as I’ve always considered you my own daughter. This time, allow me to shed my pride just once. If there’s a next life, let’s be mother and daughter, is that all right?
Cecilia read Martha’s letter over and over again, feeling as if her heart had been torn apart.
“So that’s how it is.”
Cecilia came to understand Martha’s intentions. The reason she had left her this letter was, in essence, to reveal the truth to her.
Martha had thought that if Cecilia didn’t wish for Paula to land in jail, she could present this letter. Furthermore, Cecilia wouldn’t need to harbor resentment and unhappiness because of her. death.
Cecilia clenched the letter tightly. “Nathaniel, my heart hurts. It hurts so badly.”
“Everything will get better,” he comforted her.
The day after Martha’s incident, the news reported that Paula, after retiring from dancing, had been arrested for intentionally causing a fatal injury
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Cecilia was preoccupied with Martha’s funeral and didn’t keep up with the news.
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Martha had always been alone, with no relatives to speak of. She didn’t care much for bustling social scenes and had very few friends.
As such, Cecilia only invited a few friends who regularly chatted with Martha.
On the final day of the funeral, a heavy snowfall blanketed the surroundings.
Clad in plain clothes, Cecilia led the way, carrying Martha’s photo and the urn containing her
ashes.
Elliot trailed behind her, and Nathaniel also tagged along.
At the cemetery, Cecilia watched as Martha was laid to rest. The thick and heavy white snow soon blanketed her burial site.
After the funeral, Martha’s friends comforted Cecilia, saying, “My condolences.”
After bidding them farewell, she had Elliot and Nathaniel leave first as she wanted to spend some final moments with Martha.
Knowing that she needed time to process everything that happened, Nathaniel left with Elliot.
Cecilia stood silently before the tombstone, allowing the heavy snow to cover her, almost as if she was impervious to the slightest chill.
“Mom, why are you so foolish? Why didn’t you tell me sooner? I feel so guilty. Why didn’t I stay by your side and protect you?”
She was lost in her own murmurings, oblivious to the passage of time, until her hair was dusted white with snow and her face was a frozen shade of purple–blue.
Suddenly, a large umbrella was hoisted above her head.
She slowly lifted her gaze and saw a man dressed in a black coat, his features strikingly aloof.
“Why are you standing here alone in the snow? If Martha knew, she’d surely be worried about you,” Nicholas said gently.
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Nicholas reached out, ready to brush off the accumulated snow on Cecilia’s body.
Instinctively, she avoided him. “Nicholas, how come you’re here?”
The polite greeting left Nicholas‘ hand frozen in mid–air, only retracting after a considerable delay.
“I saw the news report, and that’s how I found out something happened to Martha. You once mentioned that she’s as important to you as your own mother. I knew you’d be devastated by her passing, so I came to check on you.”
Having said that, he turned to Martha’s tombstone and paid his respects.
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Cecilia hadn’t expected him to remember their childhood so vividly. She forced a smile and said, “Thank you. I’m fine.“”
Nicholas looked at her face, frozen to a purplish hue, her eyes rimmed red. How can she still pretend like nothing’s wrong?
“You don’t have to be so strong in front of me. I’ve told you before, I’ll always be by your side.”
Cecilia merely gave a slight nod, unsure of how to respond to him.
After a prolonged silence, she said, “I’m heading home.”
“I’ll take you there,” replied Nicholas immediately.
“No need. My car is parked nearby,” Cecilia responded.
“How could you possibly drive in y “Let’s go.”
your current state?” Nicholas‘ voice was filled with concern.
or else you might
Cecilia didn’t feel right to refuse any longer.
Nicholas considerately handed her a small towel. “Brush off the snow on you, or else catch a cold later.”
“Thank you.”
She took the towel, dusted off the accumulated snow on her body, and then got into the car.
Nicholas was seated in the driver’s seat, turning on the car’s heater. He also played the song that Cecilia had loved so much when she was a child.
She was taken aback. “I almost forgot about this song.
“I listened to it quite often while I was undergoing treatment abroad,” said Nicholas.
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Hearing this, Cecilia couldn’t help but feel guilty. “How have you been all these years while you’re abroad?”
Finally hearing her ask about him, Nicholas softly answered, “I’m all right. It’s just that I’ve been sleeping more than I’ve been awake.”
He was just about to start the car when a Bentley pulled up, and two figures, one big and one small, got out of it.
Vivian and Jonathan got up at five in the morning. However, due to the heavy traffic caused by the approaching New Year celebrations, they still ended up being late.
When they got out of the car, Cecilia spotted them and immediately got out of Nicholas‘ vehicle.
“Jon, Vivian.”
Their eyes were tinged with red, and it was evident they had been crying.
“I’m sorry that we only came now, Ceci.”
The two were supposed to arrive last night, but the heavy snowfall blocked the roads, so they couldn’t make it.
Cecilia shook her head. “It’s okay.”
She knew that Martha would never blame the two of them.
Vivian stepped forward and embraced her as a gesture of comfort.
Jonathan also took hold of Cecilia’s hand, providing her with strength.
Just as he was about to greet her, he saw Nicholas stepping out of the same car and approaching
them.
Since the man before him wasn’t blind, Jonathan could immediately tell that he wasn’t Nathaniel.
“Ms. Smith, don’t be sad.” The boy didn’t greet Cecilia as “Mommy“.
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On the other hand, when Vivian saw Nicholas, she couldn’t tell him apart from Nathaniel. “Has Nathaniel’s vision gotten better?”
“He’s Nicholas,” revealed Cecilia.
Vivian was in disbelief. The two of them really look identical. No one can probably tell them. apart if they’re solely looking at their appearances. No wonder Ceci mistook one for the other
back then.
“Hello, Ms. Kennedy.”
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Nicholas gentlemanly extended his hand.
Vivian courteously shook hands with him.
“Hello, Mr. Rainsworth.”
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She had heard about Nicholas before, and just as the rumors suggested, he was very gentle.
No wonder Ceci likes him. He’s not only handsome but also has a good temper, unlike Nathaniel, that sc*mbag-
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After paying their respects to Martha, Vivian and Jonathan went back with Cecilia.
Nicholas‘ car was spacious. Even with four people seated, there was still a significant amount of space left.
Vivian had ridden in plenty of luxury cars, especially since she started hanging out with Jonathan. However, this was the first time she saw a car equipped with various medical devices and even had a doctor on board.
It almost seemed like one could receive treatment in the car right away if anything were to happen.
Nicholas sent the three of them to the front door of the house. After bidding farewell to Cecilia, he instructed the driver to head back home.
Standing next to Cecilia, Vivian asked, “Where’s Nathaniel?”
“I asked him to return with Eli first.”
“Woah, woah.” Vivian sighed deeply as she noticed parts of Cecilia’s clothes were soaked. “He just left like that, not even bothering to stay with you or offer you an umbrella?”
As her best friend, Vivian naturally hoped that Cecilia could find a man who would treat her well.
“I wanted some peace and quiet. Let’s head in. It’s cold out here. You and Jon can’t catch a cold.”
“Sure, okay.”
Vivian led Jonathan as they followed Cecilia
Cecilia into the house.
Inside the house, it felt exceptionally warm.
Nathaniel and Elliot had already prepared a feast full of Cecilia’s favorite dishes with the help of the chef. However, when Vivian and Jonathan arrived, Elliot was somewhat taken aback.
“Ms. Kennedy, Jon, how come you’re here?”
“We’re late. If it’s okay, let’s have a meal together?” Vivian’s arrival livened up the atmosphere. considerably.
“It’s okay, of course.”
Vivian, along with the two boys, headed to the kitchen to help out.
Cecilia gazed into the empty room, feeling a lack of appetite.
Nathaniel approached, asking, “Are you all right?”
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He wasn’t like Nicholas, who had a way with words and knew how to comfort others.
“Yeah.” Cecilia nodded. “You all must be hungry. Go ahead and eat first. I’m not hungry.”
“You should eat something, even if you’re not hungry.”
Ever since Martha had met with misfortune, Cecilia had not eaten anything until now. Nathaniel was deeply concerned about her health.
“But…”
“There are no buts,” Nathaniel interrupted her. “Don’t forget, you’re pregnant.”
Only then did she come to a realization, placing her hand on her lower abdomen.
She almost forgot that she was carrying a child.
“Okay, I’ll eat.”
During mealtime, she forcefully stuffed all the food into her mouth.
As George and Roland had now firmly believed that Jonathan was their descendant, Vivian couldn’t let the boy stay there overnight.
Cecilia was also worried that her bad mood would affect Jonathan, so she watched them leave.
As soon as they left, the house left even emptier.
Cecilia didn’t dare to even glance at the room where Martha resided. She had the illusion that Martha would always remain if she didn’t enter her room.
That night, after Elliot had fallen asleep, Nathaniel sat pensively next to Cecilia,
“Let’s head back to Tudela tomorrow.
Cecilia was taken aback, looking at him with confusion.
“The medical facilities in Tudela are far better than those in Sparaville. It’ll also be more convenient for Eli’s treatments.” Nathaniel didn’t tell the whole truth.
He was worried that Cecilia couldn’t move on if she stayed put at this place.
Originally, she had returned this time for Martha, intending to spend the New Year with the latter in her hometown. Now that Martha had passed away, she truly had no reason to stay here any longer.
However, she didn’t want to go back with Nathaniel.
“I don’t want to return to Tudela, Nathaniel. I want to go. abroad.”
If Nathaniel was still suffering from amnesia, he would certainly not have understood the meaning of her words.
But now, he had regained all of his memory. He understood that Cecilia’s desire to go abroad was simply her way of not wanting to continue their relationship.
He let out a self–deprecating chuckle, tightening his grip on Cecilia’s hand.
“What now? Are you planning to divorce me again, or abandon me once more?”
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Back then, Nathaniel hadn’t met any mishaps, and Cecilia had left secretly.
Now that he was blind, he was shocked to know that she actually dared to tell him directly that she wanted to leave. Does she think that because I’m blind, I’ve become useless and can’t do anything to her?
Cecilia didn’t notice Nathaniel’s odd behavior. She lowered her gaze and said, “Didn’t we agree? You also promised to divorce me. I don’t want to be with you.”
Nathaniel tightened his grip.
Cecilia winced, drawing in a sharp breath. “It hurts.”
He immediately loosened his grip. “It’s a no from me.”
“I can offer you some compensation. I can help you repay a portion of your debt, consider it as recompense for the car accident previously,” stated Cecilia.
After all, when the car accident happened, it was Nathaniel who had shielded her, preventing her from getting hurt.
For the first time, he truly understood what it felt like to have his heart ripped apart, and that was happening to him right then.
“Who needs that compensation?” Nathaniel’s voice grew louder, nearly losing control of his temper.
“What do you want then? Just tell me, as long as I can do it… um-‘
Before Cecilia could finish her sentence, Nathaniel silenced her with a kiss.
Her eyes
widened. She intended to push the man away, but no matter what she did, she couldn’t budge him an inch.
After returning home earlier that day, Nathaniel was worried Cecilia might run into any unexpected incidents, so he discreetly left a bodyguard to watch over her. Hence, he was aware that Nicholas had met with her.
Cecilia was getting breathless from the kiss.
She pounded on Nathaniel’s shoulders with all her might. The man loosened his grip slightly. allowing her to take in deep breaths.
“I want you,” he uttered in a deep voice.
Before Cecilia could react, he swept her into his arms and carried her into the room.
She was already frail by nature, coupled with the exhaustion from recent days, she was no match for Nathaniel.
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He was acting very strange that day. Regardless of what she said, he wouldn’t stop, completely disregarding her words.
When everything had come to an end, his shoulders were marked with bite marks, and his back was covered in scratches. Cecilia’s mouth was filled with the metallic taste of blood.
Perhaps due to the frustrations and sorrow that had welled up in her heart, that night, she vented all her emotions onto the man.
Nathaniel suppressed his pain, holding her close, his fingers gently caressing her back.
Overwhelmed with exhaustion. Cecilia gradually fell asleep in his arms.
When she woke up again, the family was already on their way back to Tudela.
Gazing at the scenery whizzing past the window, she asked, “Where are we going?”
“Daltonia Villa.” Nathaniel held her in his arms. “I’ve already sent Eli there ahead of us.”
Cecilia looked up at him, only to find that a few scratches had marred his handsome face.
She reached out, feeling somewhat ashamed. She thought he would dod
he didn’t.
her, but surprisingly,
“Sleep a bit more. If you’re still upset when you wake up, you can take it out on me when we get home.”
When we… get home?
Cecilia rarely heard anybody tell her that.
“Nathaniel, do you love me?” she couldn’t help but ask.
His throat tightened. “Of course. I love you, deeply so.”
Hearing that, she suddenly found amnesia to be quite fascinating, for the fact that one could. grow fond of someone they used to intensely dislike.
“But you used to really dislike me.”
Nathaniel didn’t know how to explain it to her. “I don’t dislike you not even a bit.”
She leaned against his chest, listening to the steady rhythm of his heartbeat.
Only then did she realize how clear it was when one didn’t love someone, just as it was clear when one did.
Cecilia clutched the hem of his clothes. “What about your job after we get back?”
“I can just look for a new one.”
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the day comes when you let me down. I won’t hesitate to leave.”
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News of Paula’s assault had caused an uproar in Tudela, and no amount of money could resolve the situation quickly.
For the first time, Paula was gripped by overwhelming fear.
When Cecilia returned, she went to visit her in jail.
The once radiant and glamorous Paula was now a mere shadow of her former self, pale and drained.
“Where’s the nanny, Cecilia?” Paula immediately asked upon seeing Cecilia.
Even though Martha had insisted that Paula was innocent, Cecilia harbored a particular resentment toward her.
“She’s dead. It’s all because of you.” Cecilia could no longer think of her as her mother.
After all the trouble Martha had gone through to put Paula in prison, Cecilia wasn’t about to let her walk away scot–free.
“She framed me. I didn’t kill her at all.”
Indifference filled Cecilia’s eyes. “Who in their right mind would risk their life to frame someone?”
Seeing the look of disbelief on Cecilia’s face, Paula clenched her fists in frustration. “How could I have known what she was planning? She acted like she didn’t care about dying, and it left me in a tough spot!”
Her words brought an involuntary wave of bitterness to Cecilia’s heart. No one is truly unafraid of dying. They just find the courage when it’s for someone they care about.
She stood up and said, “Mdm. Paula, there’s something I need to tell you.”
Paula asked, puzzled, “What is it?”
“Come closer,” she said.
Paula leaned in, her voice dropping to a whisper only Cecilia could hear. “I know you were framed, and I even have the evidence to prove
it.”
Paula’s pupils suddenly constricted. “What did you say? Hand over the evidence now! You must be my witness!”
“How could I let you go so easily? My mom risked everything to put you behind bars. I came here to tell you that even if you have a chance to get out, you’ll find there’s nothing you can do!”
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Cecilia revealed the truth to Paula deliberately, aiming to make her feel despair.
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“What did you call her? I’m your real mother! Who is she to you? How could you conspire with her against me?”
Cecilia gave her the cold shoulder, turned away, and left.
Paula completely lost her composure, hurling insults at Cecilia in a furious outburst.
Cecilia, now accustomed to such attacks, turned a deaf ear to them.
Back at Daltonia Villa, she managed to pull herself together. After tidying up, she accompanied Elliot for his check–ups.
“Mommy, could I skip the check–ups for the next few days?” Elliot asked.
“Why?”
“I wanted to spend time with you at home.”
Cecilia gently patted his head and replied, “Once you’re done with today’s treatment at the hospital, we can just stay home and relax.”
“All right.”
Upon returning to Tudela, Elena received news about the two boys.
When she saw the photo of the child next to Cecilia, her pupils constricted abruptly. “They’re twins indeed.”
With a firm grip on her phone, Elena could barely contain her excitement. “I knew it. I knew Jon isn’t Vivian’s son. Look, there’s another child. They’re twins. Nathaniel and Nicholas are twins too. Don’t you think these two look exactly like they did when they were young?”
Elena pulled out childhood photos of Nathaniel and Nicholas, asking her secretary to compare them with the two boys.
After examining them, the secretary was stunned by the uncanny resemblance. “You’re right. Madam. This is great news.”
Elena’s excitement was palpable. “Come on, let’s head to Daltonia Villa now. I want to visit my adorable grandson.”
The secretary hesitated. “Isn’t it a bit inappropriate to go without evidence? Besides, Mr. Nathaniel had warned us…”
Elena, too, was afraid of dealing with Nathaniel. “What should we do then?”
“I’ll figure something out on my end. How about I start by collecting a DNA sample from the child for a paternity test?” the secretary proposed.
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Though Elena was eager for a grandson, she didn’t want to recklessly claim just anyone as her own. What if the two kids turn out to be Cecilia and Calvin’s children? I can’t afford to make a mistake and raise someone else’s kids! Come to think of it, George had confirmed that Jon was his great–grandson. Could it be that they’ve already conducted a DNA test?
After all, there was a possibility that the investigators she sent to look into the children’s background might have made mistakes.
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After receiving treatment at the hospital, Elliot couldn’t shake the feeling that someone was secretly watching him from outside.
He looked out the window but saw no sign of anyone. That’s weird.
Elliot had always trusted his instincts. He closed his eyes to feign sleep, hoping to catch a glimpse of whoever might be watching him.
After a while, when he opened his eyes again, he saw a man with a camera hastily crouching in the bushes outside the window.
Elliot’s eyes narrowed slightly, a gesture that closely resembled Nathaniel’s thoughtful expression. “Darn it. Can’t you at least take my photos when I’m looking my best?”
Despite his attempt to lighten the mood, Elliot couldn’t shake his curiosity about who the stalker might be.
When he was lost in thought, Cecilia knocked on the door. “Sweetie, did you have a good rest? It’s time to head home.”
Elliot nodded repeatedly. “Okay.”
He got up from his bed, put on his outfit, and followed Cecilia as they left the hospital. “Mommy, has that bad woman been arrested? She can’t get out anymore, can she?”
The “bad woman” he referred to was Paula.
Cecilia nodded and hummed in response.
“That’s good then.” As Elliot spoke, he glanced around but saw no trace of the person who had been secretly photographing him.
Meanwhile, chaos reigned at the Evans residence.
After the incident with Paula, the Evans Group’s stock took a significant hit, leaving Ralph with at perpetually gloomy expression.
Magnus, however, was sprawled on the couch, deeply engrossed in his computer game, seemingly indifferent to the turmoil around him.
The sight of Magnus only aggravated Ralph further. “Can’t you get off your lazy butt and find a jobë. You’re always at home, freeloading off your parents. Your mom’s already in jail–do you want to join her?”
Upon hearing those words, Magnus slammed the mouse onto the table.
Magnus slammed his mouse onto the table in response “Freeloading? The money you’re spending now–every penny of it comes from my family, the Smiths!”
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“The ink on my mother’s prison sentence is barely dry, and you already dare to show me attitude? Do you think I can’t make you regret every bite you’ve ever taken?” Magnus glared fiercely at Ralph.
Intimidated by Magnus’s intense gaze, Ralph felt a surge of fear and quickly averted his
averted his eyes. “I’m just trying to encourage you to pull yourself together, that’s all.”
Ralph’s fear of Magnus dated back to an incident six years ago when Magnus and Paula transferred their wealth to him under a specific agreement.
The agreement stipulated that if Ralph ever mistreated them, they could reclaim their property at any time.
Magnus lounged back on the sofa, crossing his legs. “You better mean what you said.”
“Figure out a way to get my mom out of there as soon as possible. She’s not accustomed to a place like that.” Magnus knew that only Paula’s presence could secure his position in this family.
“Okay, got it. I already have a plan. Once the buzz dies down, she’ll be out of jail,” Ralph remarked confidently.
To him, there was nothing that money couldn’t fix.
Ralph was certain he could secure Paula’s release. After all, Cassandra hadn’t married into the Rainsworth family yet, and it would be disastrous if they backed out of the marriage because her stepmother was a convicted murderer.
Just then, Cassandra descended the stairs. “Dad, Mom wants to see me. I need to visit her.”
The term “Mom” was exclusively reserved for Queenie. Cassandra only used it when referring to her.
“All right, go ahead,” Ralph responded.
Before leaving, Cassandra cast a sidelong glance at Magnus. “You’re nothing but a leech, draining the life out of the Evans family. You’ve already ruined the Smith family, and now you’re trying to do the same here. Have you no shame?”
After hurling those words, Cassandra left the house, got into her car, and drove off to see Queenie.
Queenie might not have been her biological mother, but thanks to her formidable influence, she managed to suppress all the trending topics surrounding the scandal, allowing Cassandra to avoid any implications of Paula’s misdeeds.
Moreover, Queenie’s PR department skillfully capitalized on the wave of public opinion,
criticizing Paula and asserting that Cassandra’s achievements were entirely due to her hard work, with little to no help from her stepmother
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Meanwhile, on the rooftop of the Four Seasons Hotel, a sophisticated and elegant woman stood, gazing out over the city of Tudela.
She held a lit cigarette between her fingers, the smoke curling lazily into the air..
Her eyes were so deep and enigmatic that it was impossible to read her thoughts.
Thud, thud, thud!
The sound of knocking echoed.
The woman extinguished the cigarette in her hand: “Come in.”
With great caution, Cassandra gently opened the door and stepped inside. “Mom.”
Queenie turned around, her sharp gaze softening. “Come here.”
Cassandra stepped forward.
Queenie gently tidied her blouse and asked, “How have you been lately?”
She had been busy lately, spending most of her time abroad managing various projects. But the moment she heard that Paula had been involved in a murder, she rushed back to check on Cassandra.
Cassandra stood before her, adopting the demeanor of a dazed, innocent child. “Mom, I’m not doing well. Not well at all.”
Queenie’s eyes narrowed with a sudden intensity. “Has someone made your life miserable? Who? Nicholas?”
She clenched her hand tightly. Did the Rainsworths really think that just because they’re in power, they can bully the Jamieson family however they want?
Cassandra quickly shook her head. “It’s not him. Nicholas treats me well.”
“Who else?”
“It’s someone I mentioned before–Cecilia Smith. She’s Nathaniel’s wife, my future sister–in–law,” Cassandra replied.
“Cecilia?” Queenie scoffed upon hearing Cecilia’s name. She’s just a deaf woman. How dare she bully my daughter?
Though Cassandra was adopted, Queenie had raised her as her own since childhood. She had always been willful and stubborn, and no one had ever dared to bully her.
“Mom, you wouldn’t believe it,” Cassandra lamented. “She’s so manipulative. She was secretly trying to seduce Nicholas. If I hadn’t seen it with my own eyes, I’d never have believed it.”
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Fury surged within Queenie at the revelation. “The women I loathe the most are those who try to steal other women’s men!”
She then patted Cassandra’s shoulder. “Don’t worry. I’ll definitely stand up for you.”
Cassandra hummed and nodded in response.
Cassandra knew that Queenie was resourceful and not easily manipulated or handled like Paula.
“Cheer up. My daughter is no weakling.” Queenie offered Cassandra a few comforting words. before making a call to have someone look into Cecilia.
“All right, Mom.”
That afternoon, a Lamborghini glided to a halt at the entrance of Daltonia Villa.
Cecilia was in the middle of composing music when her phone’s ringtone broke the silence.
She answered the call, only to hear two icy words from the other end. “Come out.”
Stepping outside in confusion, she noticed an unfamiliar car parked by the villa..
The car window rolled down, revealing a woman with a stern and weathered face.
Cecilia had seen Queenie only once before, at the engagement party, but she recognized her immediately upon seeing her again.
Though Queenie wasn’t strikingly beautiful, her presence exuded a clear air of elite status. Cecilia stepped out and greeted, “Mdm. Queenie.”
Queenie was somewhat taken aback. She hadn’t expected Cecilia to still remember herself.
As a straightforward person who disliked beating around the bush, she pulled out a check. “Fill in the amount yourself, and don’t let me catch you interacting with Nicholas again. If I do, don’t blame me if things get ugly.”
Queenie was not like Paula and Elena, who were all talk and no action, No matter the cost, she could afford it.
At that moment, Cecilia understood that Queenie was there to confront her. Recognizing the intent behind the check, she declined to accept it. “I always thought Madame Queenie was a strong businesswoman with a clear sense of right and wrong. Now, it seems that’s not the case. Nicholas is my husband’s younger brother. How could I possibly avoid interacting with him?”
A mocking, incredulous gleam flashed in Queenie’s eyes at Cecilia’s remark.
Never in her life had she encountered someone who was daring enough to confront her like that. She must be tired of living.
She remained silent, and it seemed as if the driver took that as a signal to reverse the car and
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The car came to a halt just a centimeter away from Cecilia.
Cecilia’s pupils slightly contracted, yet she remained composed.
There were surveillance cameras around, and she doubted that Queenie would have the audacity to lay a hand on her so openly.
Queenie studied the beautiful, composed woman before her. If it weren’t for Cassandra, she might have felt a twinge of pity.
“Do you really want to make my daughter your enemy?” she asked.
“There’s nothing between Nicholas and me–never has been, never will be,” Cecilia replied firmly. How could I possibly choose Nicholas when I’ve already decided to be with Nathaniel?
Moreover, even if she weren’t with Nathaniel, she certainly wouldn’t choose Nicholas, especially with several children to consider.
“You’d better mean what you say,” Queenie threatened Cecilia.
She then gave instructions to her subordinate, signaling the driver to depart.
On the road, Queenie glanced at Cecilia in the rearview mirror and couldn’t resist lighting at cigarette.
At that moment, it was hard to tell if Cecilia was being genuine or if it was all just a facade.
Queenie then made a lengthy call to Elena, the content of which remained unknown.
That very night, Elena invited Cassandra to stay at Rainsworth Manor, planning to celebrate the New Year together in a few days.
Cassandra had always known her foster mother had tricks up her sleeve, but she never expected even Elena, the renowned Iron Lady of Tudela, to be under Queenie’s influence.
She called Queenie. “Mom, you really are something. Thank you.”
Queenie responded with a grin. “I already warned Cecilia. By the looks of it, she wouldn’t dare harbor any ulterior motives toward Nicholas again.”
Cassandra was somewhat displeased. She just warned Cecilia? That’s all?
“Mom, did she fool you with her innocent act? You know she’s two–faced,” Cassandra exaggerated. “She assured me before that she had no connection with Nicholas, but not long after, she still met with him in secret.”
Queenie lit a cigarette, her attractive brows knitting at Cassandra’s words. “Really? Is she truly that cunning?”
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Cassandra nodded. “That’s how she deceived me.”
As a mother, Queenie naturally chose to believe her daughter.
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“Don’t worry,” she assured Cassandra. “I’ll stay in Tudela with you for now and always stand by your side. Let’s see if she still dares to climb all over you.”
“All right.” Cassandra felt relieved, knowing that Queenie was willing to stay in Tudela and be her
witness.
That very night, Cassandra packed her bags and moved into Rainsworth Manor.
When Nicholas returned, he was surprised to find her there. “What brings you here?”
Cassandra felt a twinge of shame as she stood before Nicholas, the memory of past insults still lingering.
“Mdm. Elena invited me over,” she replied softly.
As if on cue, Elena descended the stairs, “Nicholas, now that you and Cassandra are engaged, it’s time to develop your relationship. Living together will be good for both of you.”
Elena was overjoyed when she learned about Elliot’s existence.
Hence, she eagerly anticipated the day Nicholas and Cassandra would start a family, hoping for a few more robust grandsons to add to the lineage. So when Queenie suggested the idea, she immediately agreed to have Cassandra move in.
Hearing Elena’s words, Nicholas neither rejected nor agreed. “Please excuse me. I still have work to do.”
He headed upstairs to the study.
A flicker of disappointment crossed Cassandra’s eyes.
What initially drew her to Nicholas was his status, but now, against all odds, she had genuinely
fallen for him.
He was the epitome of grace and elegance, with strikingly handsome features. As the head of the Rainsworth family, his authority surpassed even that of Nathaniel.
“Cassandra, don’t overthink it,” Elena reassured her. “Nicholas has never been in a relationship before. He could really use your guidance in this matter.”
Cassandra’s eyes widened in feigned surprise. “Mdm. Elena, are you saying Nicholas hasn’t been in a relationship? But I heard that-”
She deliberately trailed off, leaving her sentence unfinished, and watched as curiosity flickered across Elena’s face.
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“What did you hear?” Elena asked, her interest piqued. She paid close attention to anything about
her son.
Cassandra deliberately held back. “It’s nothing; probably just a rumor. I’m sure Nicholas isn’t that type of person.”
Her evasive comments only heightened Elena’s curiosity. “Stop beating around the bush. Tell me everything now.”
Cassandra slowly revealed, “I’ve heard that Cecilia once had feelings for Nicholas and even had a romantic relationship with him.”
The revelation hit Elena like a bolt of lightning.
Elena had never been fond of Cecilia, and learning that Cecilia had once pursued her younger
son instantly filled her with fury.
“That woman is a born troublemaker, isn’t she?” Elena stated icily.
Cassandra gently took Elena’s hand. “Mdm. Elena, please don’t be upset. To be honest, I didn’t believe Nicholas ever had a relationship with her, but I’m just worried that…”
“What are you worried about?”
“Worried that Cecilia might not let things slide easily,” Cassandra remarked, her eyes filled with concern. “I didn’t want to bring this up, but now that you’re aware of the situation, I have to tell you. Some time ago, I saw Cecilia and Nicholas meeting in secret. I don’t know what they talked about, but her eyes were all red.”
Elena listened in silence, her fists clenched tightly. She’s a curse to our family!
Elena lowered her voice and said, “Cassandra, you must never share this matter with anyone else, understand?”
Cassandra nodded. “Of course.”
Meanwhile, at Daltonia Villa, Cecilia, having regained her composure, began preparing for the New Year with Nathaniel and Elliot.
Cecilia placed Martha’s photo in the most prominent spot in the house. “Mom, this counts as us spending the New Year together, doesn’t it?”
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She stood in front of Martha’s photo for a while, gently caressing the frame.
Elliot approached and said, “Grandma Martha must be watching over us from above.”
“You’re right, Eli.” Cecilia nodded.
She recalled a memory from her early childhood when Calvin had frightened her by saying a
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Tearfully, she had pleaded with Martha. “Martha, please don’t die. Fatso said that when people. die, they lose everything.”
Martha consoled her in a gentle voice. “Silly girl, everything doesn’t disappear when someone dies. As long as people remember them, they become the wind, the clouds, and the stars, watching over us.”
Cecilia gazed out at the pitch–black night through the window. A gentle breeze brushed against her cheek. Is that you, Mom? You must have come to visit me, right?
After decorating the house, Elliot went to bed early. Even in his sleep, he clung tightly to Cecilia’s hand, fearing she might leave.
It also didn’t take long for Cecilia to drift into a deep slumber.
She hadn’t had a peaceful sleep in ages. This time, she was so deeply asleep that she didn’t notice Nathaniel enter the room.
The tall, imposing man gently touched Elliot’s hand before carefully lifting him from Cecilia’s arms and carrying him to the room next door. “You brat. You’re all grown up now. Stop clinging
to your mom.”
He then closed the door and lay down beside Cecilia, drawing her into his embrace.
Elliot, now lying on the bed in the next room, clutched his pillow and muttered, “Sc*mbag daddy, trying to take Mommy away from me, huh? Dream on!”
In the early morning, when he opened his eyes, he found a large pillow nestled in his arms.
In a flurry, he rubbed his drowsy, wide eyes. “Mommy? Where’s Mommy?”
Elliot looked around, puzzled. “How did I end up sleeping here?”
“I must be dreaming. I’m going to keep sleeping for a while.” He rubbed his groggy head. Since Cecilia hadn’t been sleeping well in recent days, Elliot had also struggled with sleep due to his worry for her. Now that he’d finally managed to get a good night’s rest, he had no intention of waking up early.
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When Cecilia woke up, she found herself nestled in Nathaniel’s arms.
She glanced around and noticed that Elliot was nowhere to be found. Confusion filled her eyes.
The slight movement stirred Nathaniel, rousing him from his slumber. Without hesitation, he reached out and pulled Cecilia into his embrace.
“You’re awake?”
“Where’s Eli?” asked Cecilia.
“Yesterday, I thought the space was too cramped, so I took him to the guest room to sleep,” Nathaniel said calmly.
Cecilia stared at the bed that was more than two meters wide. How could it be considered small?
She got ready to get up.
Nathaniel’s arm tightened around her waist, his Adam’s apple bobbing slightly as he muttered, “Let’s sleep a little longer.”
Cecilia was clad in thin nightwear. They were so close to each other that they could feel the warmth radiating from each other’s bodies..
“No, I can’t sleep.”
She attempted to pry Nathaniel’s hand open.
However, Nathaniel subtly took her small hand into his own.
“Listen to me.”
He leaned close to Cecilia’s ear, whispering softly.
The man’s alluring voice, coupled with his hot breath falling on her ear, unintentionally sent a shiver down Cecilia’s spine.
She lifted her head, the sunlight streaming through the window fell on Nathaniel’s handsome face, as if it had cast a layer of golden light on him.
Cecilia’s gaze unconsciously lingered on his thin lips, finding it hard to believe that they could be this close to each other now.
In her daze, Nathaniel leaned in and gently kissed her forehead, his large hand tenderly caressing the palm of her hand.
“Ceci, I don’t feel well.”
Cecilia was taken aback. “Where do you feel unwell?”
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Nathaniel gently pulled her hand downward.
Cecilia’s face instantly turned red.
“You per-”
Before she could finish, the ringtone of the phone on the bedside table cut her off.
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In an attempt to reach for her phone, Cecilia bit down on Nathaniel’s arm. The man grunted in response, finally releasing her.
the phone.
The caller ID was Elena as she picked up the p
Cecilia was hesitant to answer, but considering her decision to start anew with Nathaniel, she eventually picked up the phone.
“Tomorrow is New Year’s, you and Nathaniel should pack up and come over today.”
“Sorry, we plan on spending the New Year at Daltonia Villa, we won’t be going back this year.”
She had already made arrangements with Nathaniel.
If the two were to start over, Nathaniel would need to respect her opinions. They would need to discuss and agree on everything they do, just like a typical married couple.
Upon hearing that Cecilia refused to return home for the New Year, coupled with the words. Cassandra had said yesterday, Elena was instantly infuriated.
“Was I asking for your opinion?”
She was just about to reprimand Cecilia for her shortcomings when, the very next second, she heard the impatient voice of her son, Nathaniel, coming from the other end of the phone. “This isn’t a request for
r opinion,” he said, “We’re informing you that we won’t be coming home for
the New Year.”
With that, Nathaniel hung up the phone.
When Cecilia saw him defending her like this, she felt unusually warm and fuzzy on the inside.
Nathaniel placed her phone back on the bedside table, then embraced her once again.
“From now on, any tasks you don’t wish to undertake, just let me know. I’ll handle them for you.”
Leaning against his chest, Cecilia nodded, uttering a soft, “Mhm.”
“Shall we go back to sleep?” Nathaniel asked, his voice deep and gentle.
Cecilia wasn’t yet used to being so close with him. Coincidentally, Elliot woke up and was energetically knocking on the door.
Mommy, Mommy, are you okay?”
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Mason had arrived early in the morning to find a little brat who bore a striking resemblance to his boss knocking on the door.
He immediately went upstairs.
“Hey, brat, don’t interrupt Mr. and Mrs. Rainsworth, they might be… preoccupied right now!”
He had also assumed that Elliot was of the same lineage as Calvin. After all, appearance alone couldn’t confirm kinship, only genetics could.-
The paternity test was personally arranged by him. This brat was not related to Nathaniel at all.
Upon hearing this, Elliot looked up at Mason with a displeased expression.
“What could bad mister and mom possibly be preoccupied with?”
Mason choked up, unsure of how to explain the relationship between men and women to a young boy.
After a moment of thought, he expressed with his rather rigid face, “They’re preoccupied with…. creating siblings for you.”
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Elliot found it rather strange. Why did his mother had to go through several stages to have a baby?
In this regard, he truly had limited knowledge.
As he was deep in thought, Cecilia had already dressed herself and emerged, her face flushed.
“Mr. Sanders, what brings you here?”
Mason lied, saying, “I have some personal matters I’d like to discuss with Mr. Rainsworth.”
Cecilia nodded, feeling a little embarrassed as she led Elliot downstairs.
Nathaniel didn’t chat with Mason for long before he had to leave due to some matters.
Cecilia didn’t bother to ask him what he was going to do.
Once they were outside, Mason reported on the progress of the projects they had acquired over the past few months.
After listening intently, Nathaniel said, “You’ve worked hard recently. Tomorrow’s the New Year, take some time to rest well these few days.”
Upon hearing his words, Mason’s eyes were wide with shock..
It was because it was the first time he had heard his boss acknowledge his hard work.
Is the sky falling?
“It’s nothing, it’s my job,” said Mason, taken aback and momentarily losing his usual composure.
Nathaniel couldn’t see his expression, but having lived with Cecilia for so long, his treatment. toward those around him had softened, much like her.
“Is there anything else?” he asked.
It was only then that Mason remembered. “Mr. Sinclair and Mr. Faust invited you to the Elite Club tonight.”
Since Nathaniel was still pretending to have amnesia, Zachary and the others could only arrange to meet him through Mason.
Tonight?
Without a second thought, Nathaniel replied, “I’m not going, let them know I have plans.”
He had to prepare for New Year’s Eve with Cecilia for the following day.
Mason knew he wouldn’t go. Lately, Nathaniel had spent almost all his time with Cecilia, except
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for work. He hadn’t gone to nightclubs anymore, and he hadn’t even taken walks alone.
“All right.”
That night, at the topmost floor of Elite Club.
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Zachary and Darren were in a private room, drinking with a group of wealthy young heirs. In past years, Nathaniel would also be there. Upon learning that Nathaniel would not be coming this year, Zachary couldn’t help but express his surprise. “Nathaniel really values his romantic pursuits over his friends now. Darren, you’re the best. You’ve been married for so many years, yet you’ve never stood us up.”
Darren, with a smile that didn’t quite reach his eyes, lifted a glass of wine and retorted, “Zach, aren’t you engaged? Why aren’t you spending time with your fiancée?”
Upon the mention of his fiancée, Vivian, Zachary’s expression immediately changed.
An image of a woman surfaced in his mind, her face round and endearing. Her almond–shaped eyes sparkled, and her smile was as captivating as a crescent moon. It was a pity, however, that her temper was rather poor.
The last time they went to look at wedding dresses together, they happened to run into Vivian’s ex–boyfriend, Ernest, who was out for a stroll with his wife.
She stubbornly clung to his arm, pinching him all the way in displeasure.
“All you do is tease me. I was forced into marriage, unlike you and your wife, who fell in love freely.”
Fell in love freely?
The corners of Darren’s mouth curled up, radiating a chilling intent.
The others, hearing Zachary’s words, couldn’t help but agree. “Zachary, don’t worry. When you’re in charge in the future, you’ll be free to choose as many women as you want.”
“Of course.”
Zachary’s eyebrows lifted slightly, radiating a sense of triumph. Suddenly, his expression froze.
Not far from the main entrance, Vivian, dressed in a begonia–colored long dress, led Jonathan, her eyes fixed intently on him.
From the side, a voice chimed in, seemingly unaware of the seriousness of the situation, “If Zachary really has such intentions, I can send some attractive young women to your private residence right now. Even if that woman from the Kennedy family finds out, she won’t be able to do anything about it.”
“Exactly, what can a woman from the humble Kennedy family possibly do to you?”
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Zachary bowed his head, coughing slightly. He picked up his wine glass, using it to hide the inexplicable panic in his eyes.
He wasn’t afraid of Vivian, but rather, he feared George and Cecilia.
After all, Vivian was the granddaughter–in–law favored by George and also the best friend of Cecilia, who had saved his life.
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Vivian listened to the people inside belittling her, her brows slightly furrowed. “Zachary, your grandfather is calling you home for dinner.”
When she suddenly spoke up, everyone instantly fell silent.
One by one, they first looked at her with confusion, then pondered over her words.
Go home for dinner?
The rich young men in the room regained their composure, each stifling a laugh.
The young heir of the Sinclair family was called home for dinner by a woman?
Zachary’s expression shifted dramatically as he attempted to ignore her.
Vivian couldn’t be bothered to repeat herself, instead, she turned her attention to Jonathan beside her.
Reluctantly, Jonathan said, “Grandpa said that tomorrow is New Year’s Eve. If you come home late again, don’t bother coming back ever.”
After he finished speaking, he turned to look at Vivian. “Mommy,” he said, “we’ve delivered our message. Let’s go home now.”
Vivian nodded.
However, before she left, she glared angrily at Zachary’s friends who were present, and loudly declared, “We, the Kennedy family, may be of humble origins, but we’ve never aspired to latch onto the prestige of the Sinclair family. It was the Sinclair family who wanted to marry into ours.”
After she finished speaking, she left with Jonathan in tow.
To be honest, she felt shy to be making such a statement in front of so many people.
Only then did everyone realize that the woman before them was Vivian. No wonder Zachary disliked her; she was quite a fierce presence.
She was also accompanied by a child.
“Zach, are they your… fiancée and son?” Darren asked as he watched the scene unfold.
Zachary gave a sheepish grin as he recalled their message and responded with a simple, “Hmm.”
“Darren, I suddenly remembered I have something to attend to, I must take my leave now.”
Zachary hastily picked up his coat and left.
Not long after he left, whispers of discussion filled the air behind him,
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“That’s Vivian, she sure is bold, daring to speak to Zachary like that.”
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“She must be banking on the fact that she’s engaged to the eldest grandchild of the Sinclair family.”
“Why do I feel like that kid doesn’t quite resemble Zachary?”
“Are you trying to get yourself killed…”
After calling for Zachary, Vivian and Jonathan got into a private car and headed back to Sinclair Manor.
No sooner had they arrived home, they received a call from Cecilia.
Cecilia inquired if Jonathan and Vivian could join them for the New Year celebrations.
Vivian felt somewhat troubled. “Ceci, Old Mr. Sinclair still believes that Jonathan is his grandson. He’s invited a lot of Sinclair family relatives over for the New Year’s celebration tomorrow.”
“Is the whole day tomorrow fully occupied?” Cecilia asked.
Vivian nodded. “Yes, the day is full. Old Mr. Sinclair really took a great liking to Jonathan. I can’t even begin to imagine how disappointed he would be if he knew the truth.”
At that, Cecilia found a secluded corner.
“Vivian, I plan to start anew with Nathaniel.”
Vivian was only slightly surprised. “Are you sure about this?”
“Yes, I want to give us a chance.”
“No matter what decision you make, I’m here to support you.”
Vivian knew well that it was impossible for Cecilia and Nathaniel to become strangers, as they had two children between them.
“Do you want to tell him that those two are actually his?”
Cecilia gazed out at the pitch–black night. “For now, no.”
“He’s kind to me now because he’s lost his memory. I’m not sure if he’ll be the same once he regains his memory..
Vivian nodded. “You’re right. What if he’s just putting on an act?”
At this point, she contradicted herself.
“It’s impossible. If he doesn’t like you, what’s the point in pretending? Nathaniel, being as proud as he is, would certainly not feign affection.”
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Once Vivian started talking, she couldn’t stop.
“Ceci, I gave it some thought. You had mistaken him for Nicholas in the past, and that’s why you always felt he didn’t love you, thinking he was a jerk. He was essentially a stranger to you, devoid of any emotional connection. How could he possibly offer you any feelings? The only issue was, it wasn’t fair to blame you for the mistakes made by your mother and brother. When it comes down to it, he’s just a prideful, petty man. But at least he’s not the worst.”
With these thoughts in mind, Vivian felt slightly relieved.
Cecilia was listening attentively. “Hmm, I understand it all.”
However, Vivian suddenly changed her tone. “But now, besides his amnesia, he’s also blind. Ceci, being with him will be tough for you.”
How could a blind man make a living, especially being born into high society? He surely couldn’t. lift a finger or shoulder any responsibilities.
Upon thinking about all these, Vivian started to worry again.
“Ceci, you should be careful not to be blinded by beauty. I believe that compared to him, Calvin is a better choice.”
Vivian’s change of tone didn’t surprise Cecilia much; she knew Vivian was doing it all for her sake.
“Why are we bringing up Calvin again? The last time we spoke, he made it clear that he only sees me as a friend. He also implied that I’m not good enough for him.”
Vivian was about to say something else when a housekeeper came over and announced that dinner was ready.
She had to quickly end the call, deciding to meet the amnesiac se mbag in private. She planned to make him understand the situation and back off, so as not to waste Cecilia’s and her two perfect children’s time.
When Cecilia went to have dinner, she saw Nathaniel standing not too far away as she turned around. She wasn’t sure if he had heard what she’d just said.
Upon hearing her footsteps, Nathaniel slightly parted his thin lips. “We can eat now.”
“All right.”
“I didn’t mean to overhear your phone call,” Nathaniel stated solemnly.
Cecilia unconsciously let out a laugh. “Hmm, got it.”
Nathaniel may have said those words aloud, but internally, he was mulling over the remark made by Cecilia right before he entered the room.
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What does she mean by he only sees me as a friend, that I’m not good enough for him? Could it be that Cecilia still had feelings for Calvin? And that I’m just an option?
He only dared to ponder, not brave enough to actually ask Cecilia.
On the other hand, after finishing her meal, Vivian had something weighing on her mind. She knocked on the door of George’s study.
“Come in,” said George.
Vivian walked in. “Grandpa.”
“Is something wrong, Vivian? Are you not feeling comfortable living at home?”
Vivian saw nothing but kindness in George’s eyes.
He was so kind that it made Vivian feel guilty. “Grandpa,” she couldn’t help but confess, “I need to be honest with you again. Jonathan is not Zachary’s son, he’s not your great–grandson.”
This was the second time that George had heard Vivian speak in this manner.
His expression shifted subtly, then he turned to Vivian and asked, “Is he your child?”
Vivian wanted to say that Jonathan was hers so as not to disappoint George, after all, she had no ties with the Sinclair family.
“Indeed, he’s mine,” she affirmed. “As for who the father is, I can’t disclose that to you. All I can say is, it’s not Zachary’s.”
She didn’t want to deceive George’s emotions.
George knew that his judgment of character was spot on. Vivian was indeed of high moral standing.
It was known that the wealth of the Sinclair family was immeasurable. If Vivian acknowledged that Jonathan was of the Sinclair’s bloodline, as his mother, she too would have access to this. boundless fortune. But she did not.
“Silly child,” he gently chided, “Jonathan is your son, and you are my daughter–in–law. Naturally, he is the great–grandson of the Sinclair family. Whether or not he is Zach’s doesn’t matter.”
“What?” Vivian was stunned.
The Sinclair family had only one heir, Zachary, who was their sole pride and joy. George had just this one beloved grandson, who was held in even higher esteem than Nathaniel.
After all, the Rainsworth family had many descendants.
But surprisingly, George didn’t seem to care if Zachary had fathered Jonathan.
