Edgar still felt a little dazed.He had searched for her for so long, even asking his second sister to help inquire about Miss Amelia’s whereabouts.Now, thinking back—What an awkward situation.Amelia, however, seemed completely unchanged.Seeing him, she simply greeted,"Big Brother."Edgar choked on air and started coughing violently.There was no way he could accept that title now!Amelia raised an eyebrow at his reaction.Edgar took a deep breath to steady himself, then said, somewhat unnaturally and respectfully,"Could… could we speak in private?"Amelia smiled lazily."I have a pretty good idea of what you want to say. Are you in a hurry?""If not, I’d like to go have hot pot with your so-called distant relative Young Master first."Performing surgery burned a lot of energy.The only thing she had eaten all day was a bowl of instant noodles laced with medicine.Now, she was genuinely starving.Besides, she needed some time to think through her situation.Edgar instinctively w
Perhaps it was because of his elegant and ascetic aura, but whatever Carl wore seemed to suit him perfectly.Amelia couldn’t help but glance at his wrist twice.Then, suddenly, she asked,"What’s the Cromwell family’s attitude toward this Miss Amelia?"Carl gave a faint smile as he placed a slice of lamb into her bowl."Mr. Cromwell has been searching—both openly and secretly—for many years."Then, he glanced at her curiously."Why are you suddenly interested in this?"Amelia responded absentmindedly,"Just trying to clarify some doctor-patient relationships. After all, you two are distant relatives."Carl’s hand, still holding the bamboo chopsticks, paused briefly.His voice was deep and pleasant."Actually, our ancestors knew each other. We’re not distant relatives. Otherwise, there wouldn’t have been an engagement in the first place."At his words, Amelia suddenly remembered this detail.Her gaze flickered toward him, feeling somewhat strange.Sensing her reaction, Carl immediately
icion.The elderly man, leaning on a dragon-headed cane, walked in quickly.His white hair and shoulders were damp with raindrops, and though his noble and dignified aura remained, his expression was filled with deep anticipation.Carl stepped forward politely, just about to greet him—But Mr. Cromwell bypassed him entirely.His urgent yet gentle gaze landed directly on Amelia’s face.His voice trembled slightly as he spoke:"Amelia, Grandpa has finally found you."—Crash!Carl, who had just been calmly setting the table for the old man, suddenly froze mid-motion.His hand, reaching out to place a bowl and chopsticks, stiffened in midair.His usually refined and composed face showed a rare flicker of emotion.He snapped his gaze toward the person who remained unfazed—Amelia.Amelia?His unseen fiancée… was her?Carl’s eyebrows knitted together tightly.Just moments ago, what had he been telling her?That their engagement had been annulled, that she shouldn’t care about it…His grip on
No girl wants to grow up too early. Only hardship forces them to.Their Amelia was meant to be cherished like a little princess—Not to be running around, treating patients just to earn a living.Not to be targeted by traffickers again and taken back to the mountains!Mr. Cromwell’s hands trembled even more.He was so lost in thought that he nearly lost his balance.Luckily, Amelia reacted quickly, steadying him with a hand.At the same time, her fingers brushed against his pulse—Her delicate brows suddenly furrowed."Someone changed the prescription I gave you?""No—cough, cough!" Mr. Cromwell coughed heavily.Secretary Frank and Edgar both looked on anxiously.Without hesitation, Amelia placed a medicinal lozenge into his mouth, her voice calm and soothing."Did you get caught in the rain on your way here?"Mr. Cromwell caught his breath and nodded."Your lungs are congested."Amelia pressed lightly against his acupoints, her voice low yet reassuring:"From now on, don't rush like
Hearing this, Amelia raised an eyebrow."I already told you, fortune-tellers' words are just—mmph!"Carl covered her mouth again.This time, he pulled her into an embrace from behind, his laughter low and rich as it echoed beside her ear."Let's talk in private."Amelia's eyes narrowed slightly, making the tear mole at the corner of her eye stand out even more.Carl’s thin lips brushed against her hair, his tone both elegant and teasing:"I’ll come to you later—then you can bite me all you want.""I’ll also help you say nice things to Grandma.""You sneaking out this time must’ve worried her. She’s probably mad at you for taking such a risk.""I’ll go back with you and help smooth things over."His voice was low and coaxing.Amelia, momentarily charmed, gave it some thought—then nodded.She didn't even notice how close they were standing.How intimate their posture had become.But Mr. Cromwell certainly noticed.His eyes widened in outrage, glaring furiously at Carl.Carl simply smile
Amelia woke up from chaos.And when she did, she was filled with irritability.For a long time, she didn't even know who she was supposed to be.Her memories were fragmented, and she had to piece them together herself.The only thing she remembered clearly—Was the old man.Amelia had a gut feeling—If she could find the jade flask she'd carried with her since childhood, it might be the key to everything.Grace had lost her mind.There was no way to get any useful information from her anymore.And though they were husband and wife, it seemed like Nathan didn't actually know much about Grace’s dealings.For example—Who paid her to feed the Cromwell family false information?Amelia had investigated.But the message records were clean.Even the transactions had been done in cash.Whoever was behind it was too meticulous, too cautious—Not an ordinary person.Before falling asleep, Amelia kept thinking about this clue.Meanwhile—With Carl around, the Morton family had no chance of getti
Amelia had been sponsored by the Cromwell family since childhood. She was proficient in music, chess, calligraphy, and painting. A top graduate from Mokben with a finance background, she excelled in social interactions and had even minored in financial law. Her appearance was striking, and her demeanor impeccable.In contrast, the other girl was merely a vocational school graduate—uneducated, inexperienced, and completely clueless about the topics discussed among high-society ladies.Abby was kind. She took the girl everywhere with her and even explained to others that the real the Cromwell family heiress had been found, urging them not to mistake the situation and to spare her from embarrassment.Yet, at every banquet, she felt like an ugly duckling who had strayed into a world she didn’t belong to.While Abby engaged in high-level discussions, she could barely discern what language they were speaking.The stark contrast only highlighted how insignificant the real heiress was.Everyo
"Didn't the doctor say Mom should complete the full three-year treatment?" Abby asked.Zane Cromwell chuckled. "Your mom misses you terribly. She hasn’t been sleeping well lately and just wants to see you. Besides, how could we miss our little sunshine’s birthday?"Seeing Abby always improved his wife’s condition—it wasn’t without reason.Fate could be strange like that.Even their birth dates were exactly the same as Amelia’s.Looking at the face that resembled his wife’s so much, Zane's tone softened. "Abby, I’ve heard about what’s been happening in New York lately. I’ll have a proper talk with your grandfather. No matter what, we can’t let an outsider make our own child suffer.""Dad, you’ve misunderstood Grandpa," Abby smiled sheepishly. "Honestly, it was Aunt Ashford who’s been with me for so long that she couldn't stand seeing me mistreated. She was rude to the little doctor Grandpa trusts. Grandpa teaching me a lesson was only fair."She hesitated for a moment before adding wor
Divorce?Not only did the entire scene become quiet.Even Zane was dumbfounded in the local area."Divorce?" He stared at his wife with wide eyes, in disbelief: "You want to divorce me?"The education of the Molson family, he knew it better than anyone.How could someone raise a woman who would say divorce right away?Wasn't she always abiding by the rules?Can't we discuss it privately, even if there is something that can't be said in private? Do we have to embarrass him in front of everyone in the hall?Zane seemed as if he didn't recognize Ruby anymore, anger welled up in his eyes."You fell ill again!"Zane reached out to grab Ruby: "Come with me to the hospital!"Did you get sick?Did Mrs. Cromwell say she wanted a divorce, was she ill?Some people were still confused.Amelia had already grabbed Zane's wrist with a strong grip and said, "My mother considered it unfair to disclose those documents regarding the Cromwell Group's impact. If you're smart, you'll just leave on your own
Who knew, Ruby affectionately held her hand and said, "Mrs. Campbell is right. As mothers, we shouldn't promote harm to children. But when someone wants to harm our children, we don't care about saving face. We won't let them get involved!"Octavia was being held by such a delicate and beautiful lady, and she was feeling a bit nervous. "Ah, yes," she said."Throughout, everyone believed that my condition could stabilize because my husband brought a child back." Ruby looked at Zane like this for the first time, almost seeing through him: "I, like everyone else, believed the same."Our love, everyone present, especially Mrs. Fisher, was a witness to Zane and me.Ruby would never let something go, especially if it was directed towards her.Just because she came back late, not a single person intended to let her daughter go.Is it just like those people online who used to criticize Sebastian?Her illness was constantly giving others the opportunity to attack her daughter.Ruby had origina
"Our sister has always been Amelia, that's what I remember, and I have told you more than once.""Before, we were concerned that you were a girl, and we would publicly expose you, causing you to lose face.""But you repeatedly, in various ways, slandered Amelia to satisfy your vanity, intruding into things that don't belong to you. My father wanted to protect you, we are not the same.""If I couldn't even protect my own younger sister, I would change my last name!"Almost in an instant, the entire banquet erupted!Raiden was really cool, protecting his sister with great style.Ruby was the first to grab Amelia's hand, shining brightly like never before, not to be underestimated.It was as if telling everyone, if you want to bully my daughter, you have to ask the Molson family behind me if they are willing or not.Yes, Ruby was not only Mrs. Cromwell, but most importantly, she was the most favored young lady of the Molson family.No one dared to jump around, Trista's perception was sha
"The water of the Cromwell family was so deep, it was a bit concerning, but it's strange that Mrs. Cromwell is fine, yet her husband never mentioned it."Yeah, it's strange.Zane, who was always doting on his wife, was completely unaware that his wife had already recovered.The people present were not stupid, in fact, each of them was very intelligent.The ladies hated men of this kind the most!Acting like they loved, but in reality, it was all bullshit!"I wonder now, why Zane insisted on adopting Abby, there must be something wrong."Zane, upon seeing the situation, desperately wanted to go back!In fact, when Ruby arrived, he wanted to take the opportunity to dominate the other party, just like before.But these three sons, they didn't leave him any space at all!"I was your father!"Zane growled angrily, completely losing his composure!Raiden chuckled, "You don't have to be, as long as my mom is happy, I can be her lawyer."This statement, almost revealed all the hidden cards.B
When that familiar sound rang out.Everyone froze for a moment.No one expected Ruby to come, even on an occasion like today.After all, the scene of her last attendance at the banquet was still vivid in her mind.In the minds of the ladies, especially Paula, it was assumed that Zane would place the other person in the hospital, and he didn't really pay any attention to Ruby at the moment, so naturally no one asked about it.At this moment.She was wearing a wine-red mermaid evening gown, and as soon as she entered the banquet hall, she caught everyone's attention.Ruby was very fair, with a pair of clear black eyes, and time had left very few traces on her face.She was still as cold and noble, back in the day people used to say, she was a red rose from Chicago.Delicate and fiery, with a different temperament from Amelia, at first glance, it is indeed hard to imagine the two of them together.But when Ruby approached, every gesture and expression between her eyebrows and eyes were e
I didn't expect that, as soon as the child opened his eyes, he spat at her, which disgusted her a lot!Now she has grown up, and she is even more annoying than before!The Cromwell family should not have brought her back!Paula thought fiercely, but her face was filled with guilt.She knew she had to say something, otherwise the reputation of the Fisher family would be ruined!So Paula cleverly called out to Zane, "Zane, could you please explain to the Fisher family for us that we, the Fisher family, really didn't mean it. Maverick has always reminded us not to forget the kindness of the Cromwell family.""I knew, I knew," Zane thought to himself again, wanting to be a good person. "Does anyone need to say anything about the relationship between the Fisher family and the Cromwell family? Amelia, she just came back and is overthinking things.""But Amanda, in the future, you should be more restrained," Zane appeared to be lecturing Amanda, but in reality, he was downplaying the situati
When he spoke, everyone at the banquet felt that Amanda from the Fisher family had a problem.Amelia couldn't help but look up and glanced at Raiden.This output was too strong. If the Fisher family doesn't apologize, it would be publicly admitting that they lack manners. The Fisher family will only feel worse.Sure enough, Paula was getting impatient: "Raiden, it's all a misunderstanding."She said, and then she pressed Amanda again, "If you don't apologize today, never come back to the Fisher family!"As soon as Amanda heard this, she knew that the situation was serious.She was even a little scared because of her mother's expression, which didn't seem like a joke."Yes, I'm sorry." Amanda's eyes were filled with tears as she looked at Amelia. She still felt a bit resentful, but she knew she couldn't show it anymore. She clenched her hands and half-bowed, saying, "I shouldn't have slandered you without knowing anything. I was wrong. Please forgive my ignorance and foolishness."Amel
It was Raiden, he took off his inconspicuous coat and walked over from the corner.Compared to Benjamin and Sebastian, he looked more like a typical corporate elite. He wore a diamond wristwatch on his hand, styled his hair in a handsome slicked-back manner, and had a refined smile on his sharply defined face."Raiden!" Sebastian's eyes lit up.The people who started the company also made way at this time.After all, Raiden couldn't just be seen as the young master of the Cromwell family. He was too well-known in the political circles of Chicago.Being in their line of work, you can't offend any lawyer.Raiden only glanced at Sebastian and his gaze fell on Amelia. Unable to resist, he reached out and tousled Amelia's long hair. "Amelia is so amazing, she should have been praised, but instead, she received slander."Amelia felt a little uncomfortable when her head was touched.Originally prepared to speak, suddenly I didn't know what to say.Raiden, however, felt that this was the fami
What else could Amanda say? She was already dumb now.If she could have restrained herself a little, not being so arrogant, perhaps there would still be room for negotiation now.Unfortunately, she spoke without thinking in front of a large crowd in the hall and managed to offend the Cromwell family completely!She also saw that the other party had been silent all along, thinking that she had a hold on the other party.Who knew this village girl would turn out to be Lamar?!Why didn't she say it earlier?Didn't she even understand the situation and deliberately let her make a scene to this extent! Should we clean up after her again?Amanda was startled by her own idea!She went to look at the person across the street seriously for the first time. Did she really not understand anything, as she thought, about the country bumpkin?There was no time left for her to ponder, marvel, and discuss, as they came one after another.Amanda finally became the center of attention at the party, but