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Chapter 3

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The Escort Project was the smart bionic prosthetics project that Danielle's father, James Bradford, had valued most during his lifetime.

James had dedicated his life to philanthropy, and it was his lifelong dream to complete this project to benefit more people with disabilities.

Danielle had pushed through her pregnancy to oversee the project for several months. She had only stepped back once it started to take shape just before she gave birth.

By the time she arrived at the office, Cindy was already panicking. "Ms. Bradford, Mr. Gardner has entrusted everything to Ms. Landry. We have no idea what's really going on."

Danielle remained composed. "It's fine. Let's go to the CEO's office. I know Matthew's computer password."

Before they reached the office, Meghan rushed over and blocked her path. "Hold on, Mrs. Gardner."

Her lips were swollen, hickeys marked her neck, and her face radiated arrogance. "You can't go in without Mr. Gardner's permission."

Danielle shoved her aside with a cold expression. "Move. I personally oversaw this project, so I have the right to review it."

"You stopped managing this project when you got pregnant, and now you want to waltz in and steal someone else's achievements? It doesn't work that way."

Unable to stop Danielle, Meghan was so furious that she blurted out whatever came to mind.

At that moment, Matthew rushed over, his voice tinged with panic. "Danielle, why did you leave early? You didn't even wait for me."

Danielle scoffed internally. He had been too busy being intimate with Meghan to bother leaving with her.

She handed him a set of documents. "Matthew, look at these figures! The prosthetic materials were supposed to be imported. Why were they replaced with substandard parts? Who switched the suppliers and pocketed the difference?"

Meghan had substituted inferior materials for quality ones, cut corners, and pocketed the price difference.

Matthew frowned, finally realizing something was wrong.

Meghan's face drained of color, and she rushed to speak. "This has nothing to do with Mr. Gardner. I'm sorry, Mrs. Gardner. I only wanted to make more money to support my son. If anyone is to blame, let it be me alone."

She wept pitifully, which made Matthew's heart ache with sympathy.

Danielle scoffed. "Apologies are useless. This is criminal behavior, and I'm calling the police."

As soon as she finished speaking, a small figure lunged forward and slammed into her.

"Mean lady! Don't bully my mommy! Daddy, hit her!"

Taylor's shrill voice echoed through the workspace.

Danielle let out a muffled groan from the impact, her face instantly going pale. The surrounding employees watched the scene with visible shock.

Matthew rushed to her side at once. "Danielle, are you alright?"

Meghan hurriedly pulled Taylor to her side, pretending to scold him. "Taylor, where are your manners? Apologize to Ms. Bradford right now!"

She then turned to Danielle. "Mrs. Gardner, take your anger out on me. Please don't hold it against a child."

Despite her words, a look of triumph flickered in her eyes.

Before Danielle could speak, Matthew cut in. "Don't be so hard on him. He's just a kid. He doesn't know any better."

He then turned to Meghan. "Taylor didn't mean it. Take him home first. I'll explain things to Danielle."

Danielle locked eyes with Matthew and spoke slowly. "What is there to explain? Are you going to explain why he calls me a 'mean lady'? Or are you going to explain why he calls you 'Daddy'?"

She refused to endure another second of their pathetic performance and turned to leave the office.

Matthew chased after her. "Danielle, Ms. Landry's son is only six years old. Why are you picking a fight with a kid?"

Danielle clenched her fists. "How can a kid be so vicious at such a young age? That's clearly the parents' failure. Why shouldn't I hold him accountable? Is he your kid?"

Matthew's expression shifted instantly as he pretended to be angry. "Danielle, what nonsense are you talking about? How could he be mine? Our daughter is my only child."

Even at this point, he continued to lie through his teeth.

Danielle smiled bitterly and looked up at Matthew. "Then what is our daughter's name? You haven't even given her a name to this day."
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    Danielle fell silent for a moment before saying, "Matthew can just continue standing outside if he wants to. He's a grown man, so he needs to take responsibility for his own choices."Stefan knocked lightly and walked into the study, carrying a glass of warm milk. He then said gently, "You've worked hard. You should have some milk and then get some sleep soon, Danielle."Danielle accepted the glass of warm milk. Their cozy bedside chat created a sanctuary of warmth that drowned out the sound of the storm battering the window.…It was the following morning when one of the household staff rushed in to report. "It's an emergency, Mrs. Weaver. That man has passed out!"Danielle got dressed and went outside to check, only to find that Matthew had actually waited through the night. He was burning with fever and lay unconscious on the ground, so she arranged for him to be transported to the hospital.Matthew grabbed her hand as soon as he regained consciousness, his voice sounding incr

  • A Heart That Will Never Warm   Chapter 24

    Upon discovering Taylor's disability, Meghan immediately began looking for prosthetics that would suit him. However, prosthetics weren't just something one would pick up at a grocery store; it was a long-term commitment. She knew she had to be meticulous in her choice since the market was flooded with countless models.She knew that the only viable option was the new products from Olivia Technology, but since these smart bionic prosthetics required custom fitting, she hit a dead end. She and Taylor had long since been blacklisted by Olivia Technology, making it impossible for her to make a purchase.Those cheaper prosthetics required a long period of adjustment. Taylor, who was a spoiled child, would let out piercing cries daily and simply refused to cooperate.Meghan cursed Danielle incessantly because of this.She ultimately took a gamble and broke into the warehouse that belonged to Gardner Group to steal the old inventory. She seemed to have forgotten, however, that she herse

  • A Heart That Will Never Warm   Chapter 23

    Meghan's remark was like a heavy bombshell that stunned everyone in the room. Before long, Matthew was summoned to the police station to confirm the circumstances."That's impossible! How could you be pregnant? I made sure to use protection every time!" Matthew exclaimed after hurrying into the police station. He then realized with a shock that Meghan must have schemed against him.Meghan shielded her stomach and looked at Matthew faintly. "I'm really carrying your baby, Matthew. If you don't believe it, you can do a paternity test; at four months, we can already do an amniotic fluid test. "In any case, Danielle has already taken your daughter away. If this baby is a son, let me give birth to him."Matthew stared at Meghan in terror, feeling as though the strength had been sucked out of his entire body. He had no idea how he could ever face Danielle again if Meghan was really pregnant with his child.They arrived at the hospital and did a DNA test, with the results expedited. The

  • A Heart That Will Never Warm   Chapter 22

    Tiana froze, humiliation washing over her face. "I-I had no idea since Matthew never told me any of this. I was under the impression that—"Danielle snorted dismissively. "Meghan's use of substandard materials harmed countless people and dragged the reputation of this technology through the mud. "However, my father had a contingency in place; the core technology of this patent has been undergoing further R&D with his overseas team all along. Thus, the smart bionic prosthetics Gardner Group was manufacturing were already outdated."Tiana, previously full of confidence, now looked deathly pale with shame. "You should have protected Matthew's reputation! You're his partner. How can you live with yourself, publicly sabotaging his business like this, Danielle?"Danielle burst into laughter. "You should remember that Matthew has nothing to do with me since he and I never officially registered our marriage, Mrs. Gardner. He married Meghan instead—the housekeeper who was dismissed a while

  • A Heart That Will Never Warm   Chapter 21

    Matthew stared at her in disbelief. "What do you mean, Danielle? How could you let Olivia take his last name? Do you not know that Stefan and I are rivals?"With his arm around Danielle, Stefan already ushered her away. The door shut behind them, cutting off Matthew's frantic shouting.…Danielle threw herself into her work following that day. She established a new company with Stefan's support and named it Olivia Technology, in honor of her daughter.She revived the smart bionic prosthetics project, a patented technology that had always been her father's creation. Meghan had previously taken charge of the project, but she had merely been coasting on existing work; the proprietary core technology remained under Danielle's exclusive control.Upon hearing that Danielle had established a new company, the press moved in quickly. She had barely stepped out of the company building before a swarm of reporters met her, thrusting microphones in her face."You've once worked at Gardner Gro

  • A Heart That Will Never Warm   Chapter 20

    "Who said we don't have feelings for each other?" Stefan's low baritone cut through the air as he appeared from behind the door. He stood beside Danielle. When they looked at each other and smiled, they actually appeared incredibly well-matched.Matthew grabbed Stefan by the collar and bellowed, "Why is it always you, Stefan? You've been taking what's mine since we were kids! Haven't you had enough?"Stefan easily shook him off and said with a sneer, "Danielle is a human being, not something you can own. You also know exactly how dishonorable your methods were; originally, the one Danielle liked should have been me, Matthew."Matthew's expression shifted instantly.Danielle caught the change in his expression. A chill ran down her spine. "You mean…"Stefan nodded before staring Matthew down. "I was the one who rescued Danielle at the masquerade ball held by the tycoon in Khester eight years ago. You just stepped in and claimed the credit for yourself, Matthew."Danielle immedia

  • A Heart That Will Never Warm   Chapter 13

    After hearing Meghan and Rowan's words, Matthew was utterly shocked. He never imagined that the woman he had cherished for seven years could be so vicious.From her pregnancy and Taylor's birth to Taylor's kidnapping and their intimate moments together, everything had been a lie designed to deceive

  • A Heart That Will Never Warm   Chapter 15

    Muffled whimpers escaped Meghan's throat as she writhed frantically, her eyes full of desperation. Matthew walked over and ripped the tape from her mouth in one swift motion. "Matthew, let Taylor go! I did everything myself. He has nothing to do with this!" she screamed.Matthew merely watched he

  • A Heart That Will Never Warm   Chapter 10

    Matthew spent three full days at the amusement park with Meghan and Taylor. The shrieks from the plunging roller coasters, the carousel's looping music, and the arcade's electronic cacophony made his temples throb.Taylor yanked on Matthew's arm with all his might, pointing at a distant roller co

  • A Heart That Will Never Warm   Chapter 19

    In that instant, an uproar broke out in the banquet hall. These were the unwritten rules of the elite. The Bradfords had initially agreed to the union with the Gardners because of their status and power. Had the couple actually been in love, it would have simply been a fortunate bonus.Matthew, h

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