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Jacob considered Wilson's predicament and said ruefully, "I can't imagine what it'll be like for him when he's forced to marry someone he doesn't love."Serena pointed out, "How many in this world are lucky enough to marry those they love? Given your family background, I thought you'd understand this more than anyone else."He went still when he heard this and saw a woman's face in his mind's eye."You have a point," he said with a snort. Jangling his car keys, he offered Serena, "Come on, I'll give you a lift."…On the way home, Desiree tried to strike up a conversation with Wilson while they were in the backseat, only to earn noncommittal responses from him. She asked, "Wilson, I got in touch with the editor-in-chief of Suave magazine, whom I've met previously, and he's agreed to a collaboration."The magazine plans on doing a spread on business attires for its next issue. I'll be in charge of the photo shoot, and I was hoping you'd be my model. What do you say?Wilson barely
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Wilson blew out cigarette smoke and said to the driver, "Drive."The driver did as he was told and stepped on the gas. The Bentley zipped off into the night, leaving Desiree standing alone on the sidewalk. It took her a while to snap to her senses and realize that Wilson had left without her. He had actually abandoned her!In the end, Desiree called her family driver to pick her up. The moment she got into the car, she sullenly gave Gary a call and told him everything that happened that night.Gary said nothing at first, then, "I warned you that Wilson is sharper than most people. You couldn't keep him in the dark forever. I even told you to find the right time to stop the act, remember?""But he was nicer to me when he believed I'd lost my memory! Why would I want that to end?" Desiree whined. In truth, she hadn't so much as lost her memory as she felt groggy when she first regained consciousness. It took her longer than usual to recall some details, so she pretended to have lost
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Desiree got off the phone with Gary and leaned into the backseat. She suddenly recalled the time when Wilson had neither money nor power.Would he have become the mighty CEO of Quade Group had the Stones not chosen to work together with William and help him? Would Desiree stand a better chance at wrapping him around her pinky then?…Serena burned the midnight oil to bake samples for The Allegra, and it wasn't long after she'd delivered the sweets to the restaurant that she heard back from the manager. The restaurant team was impressed by her baking and decided to sign her up as their next dessert supplier.She was overjoyed to hear this and immediately agreed to collaborate. They promised to contact her with a formal proposition once the contract with their current dessert supplier ended.For the next few days, Serena busied herself with setting up her cake shop. The renovation works were making good progress, and she helped out with menial tasks here and there.Lauren was free
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Maisie stopped Candice from going after Serena. "Ms. Ashton, you're pregnant right now! You shouldn't be having an outburst like this. Let's calm down.""Shut up!" Candice scowled. "Why didn't you tell Serena off for me? You're not pregnant, so what's keeping you from having an outburst on my behalf?"Baffled, Maisie asked, "W-Why would I tell Ms. Judd off for no reason?""Because you're my maid! Why am I paying you if you won't even do your job and speak up for me?" Candice thundered, stomping her foot. "You're so useless!"Maisie was so angry she nearly hit Candice on the head with the umbrella. She couldn't believe Candice would spew such nonsense, especially when her paycheck came from the Farrow family and not Candice!And what hard-earned money it was, indeed. Maisie cursed Candice inwardly and prayed the baby would come sooner so she could finally wash her hands off the shrewd young lady.Candice stormed into her cake shop. When she saw the employees chatting among themsel
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"I know. I heard that it's going to be a cake store," Terra said."We can't allow that store to open. Do you get it?" Menace flashed in Candice's eyes. "Keep an eye on that store and everything that happens within. Let me know once you see anything happening."…Serena returned with food, and everyone sat together, eating from the takeout boxes.Joseph ate heartily and commented, "This is weird. The food today tastes especially delicious.""Looks like you don't know that food tastes especially good when you earn it through hard work."You're born with a silver spoon and have never worked a single day in your life. This is your first experience, isn't it?" Lauren asked."It is…" Joseph sank into deep thought. He had always been a carefree scion. Now that he thought about it, perhaps it was time for him to do something serious."Laurie, how's your job search going?" Serena asked.Lauren sighed. "It's okay, I guess. There are jobs, but many have long working hours. Hardly any
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Kelly turned to Bruce. "Invest in a company for his sake. A small advertising company isn't going to cost much. I think it's worth it to spend a little in exchange for Jo's growth."Bruce thought about it and found that she had a point. "Okay. I'll give you a few more days to think it over. If you don't change your mind, I'll invest in a company for your sake," he said to Joseph."Thanks, Dad!" A smile broke out on Joseph's face."What's your friend's name? Do I know her?" Kelly asked casually."Well, not exactly…" Joseph's eyes wavered as he continued eating.Lauren and Kelly had previously met once in a church before, but they didn't leave a good impression of each other at that time.He wasn't sure whether Kelly had any memory of Lauren, but it would be best if she didn't."She's your friend. When you're free, you should introduce her to me," Kelly said."Sure. She's a nice lady. Although she has a loud, outgoing personality, she's kind and has a sense of justice. I think
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"Willow Quade," Arthur replied calmly."Is she from the Quade family?" Surprised, Kelly searched through her mind but came up with nothing.It was no surprise that she didn't know Willow. Unlike other upper-class ladies, Willow rarely attended grand parties.However, Bruce knew her. "She's Ronald Quade's daughter. I've seen her once. She's elegant and pretty. I think she's in the same school as Artie when he was studying abroad.""Really? Her education background is not bad, then." Kelly's eyes lit up."Oh, you. Why didn't you mention that you already have a girlfriend? You made me worry about you for nothing. "If you're serious about her and think that she's the one for you, Bruce and I will make some time to visit her parents.""Okay. I'm alright with that." Arthur stood up slowly. "But Willow must give the green light first. Before that happens, you can just stay home and have your tea parties.""Okay, I'll do as you say," Kelly agreed readily as she never had to worry abou
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After telling off her employees, Candice asked Terra about the business plan. Terra passed the business plan, which she had spent all night on, to Candice, who.Candice simply flipped through a few pages in annoyance. "Whatever it is, make sure that the cake store opposite from us won't have any business. "As for anything else, just do as you see fit. Fire the people who aren't right for the job, and recruit people if you need.""For such a huge shift, the funds—""Do you think I have no money?" Candice rolled her eyes at Terra arrogantly and sent one million dollars to the company account in everyone's presence.It didn't matter because she would just get more money from Jenna.When she was done throwing a fit in the store, she couldn't stop herself from going out, hiding in a secluded spot, and observing Serena's store. Today, Serena was at the store. With a safety helmet on her head and a simple shirt, she scurried in and out as she worked on her store. That was pretent
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Jillian's answer was savage. "I, for one, am relieved that I did not invest in Desiree's studio. She has blood on her hands and has committed so many unspeakable crimes. If I'd been affiliated with her studio, it would have shaved years off my life!"Desiree argued angrily, "Those are rumors, Grandma! Serena was trying to launch a smear campaign against me!""I can judge whether it was a smear campaign or not! Now, you will stop the damage you've done to Serena's patisserie, and that's final!" Jillian snapped."No way!" Desiree refused outright. "I want nothing more than to see that bitch dead! I will never help her clear her name!"Looking thunderous, Jillian stood up and slapped Desiree hard across the face. An angry hand imprint formed on Desiree's snow-white cheek, and she fell into a daze.Gary was apoplectic. "Mom! What are you doing? You just hit your granddaughter!""I have no granddaughter as wicked and vile as her!" Jillian seethed."You've crossed the line! I'll—"Be
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Jillian initially believed Desiree would not be as ruthless as Gary, who did not draw the line at hurting family.However, after Desiree's bullying scandal that led to someone's death and the incident today, Jillian came to realize that Desiree and Gary were both scoundrels.…Gary had a villa in Nocturna as well. Following her recent scandal, Desiree had confined herself within the villa. While nursing her bruised ego, she plotted against Serena.The media outlets she'd hired to write vicious articles about Serena were silenced. It wasn't hard to figure out Wilson was behind the gag order. Did he truly care about Serena that much? Desiree frowned. She was trying to devise new ways to torment Serena when she heard the maid say they had a guest."What guest?" No one had bothered coming to see Desiree since her fall from grace. Puzzled, she got up to see a silver-haired old lady approaching her with a steady gait, followed by her entourage.Desiree was surprised. "Grandma?"She
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Serena uttered, "Wilson?""Do you need help?" Wilson asked.Serena admitted reluctantly, "Yes."She thought she heard him chuckle on the other end of the line. "Send me the address."She sent him the address of the fruit shop. Within 20 minutes, the rumbling sound of the car engine came from outside the shop.Wilson led his men into the establishment, rolling up the sleeves of his black shirt to reveal his expensive watch. His gaze swept over the people in the room before falling on the deliveryman."Is that the guy?" Wilson asked.Serena nodded. "Yes, but we can't get anything out of him. He insists that it's a personal grudge against the shopowner.""Leave the interrogating to the professionals, Serena," Wilson drawled as he gave Kayden a look. The latter got the hint and immediately dragged the deliveryman to the other side of the room.Serena asked in hushed tones, "You're not going to kill him or anything, are you?""Am I that cruel?" Wilson quipped.Serena eyed him spe
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Joanna had only just made the announcement when a few uniformed officers entered the kitchen. After presenting their warrant, they informed Serena they had come to investigate her patisserie.Serena had no grounds to obstruct the officers' work, so she agreed. The officers took a few ingredient samples and looked into the hygiene conditions of the patisserie."The results should be out soon, Ms. Judd. Wait for our notice," one of the officers said."Alright."When Serena had seen the officers out the door, she stopped all business sales in the patisserie. She also took a few ingredient samples to have them tested.Joanna was distressed. "Our ingredients are fine, Serena. What are you worried about?""We can't be too certain," Serena pointed out.Whoever was behind this wouldn't have stirred up this much trouble without laying the groundwork. Serena figured she was better off safe than sorry.She didn't have any connections to ensure a rapid testing of the ingredients, so she we
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Jessica waited until Justin left before turning to Lila. "What's your relationship with Mr. Farrow?""I'm indebted to him," Lila said."Look, I don't care how you managed to bewitch Mr. Farrow, but I expect you to do a good job as my assistant. I won't go easy on you just because you're involved with Mr. Farrow, got it?" Jessica warned."Yes. Uh, Ms. Hayes, is there any work you'd like me to do now?" Lila asked."You can start with tidying up my workdesk.""Alright." Lila immediately went over to the desk and got to work.A smile curved Jessica's lips. She might not have been able to boss Serena around, but she doubted Lila was a tough opponent. "When you're done with the workdesk, get me a cup of coffee.""Got it," Lila replied dutifully.Jessica was pleased by Lila's obedience and turned to walk away.While tidying up Jessica's desk, Lila spotted the docket set on one side. It contained a thick tender proposal. She stared at the proposal for a few seconds, then looked away.
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After leaving the restaurant, Justin gave Lila a ride back to her place, which she rented. Upon entering the residential area, he remarked, "This neighborhood looks old and run-down. You should move someplace nicer."Lila replied slowly, "I should, but first, I need a new job."When Justin heard this, he was suddenly reminded of something. "Your manager mentioned you were in college, but then you quit halfway and started working at the club because you were in dire straits. Which college did you go to?""I was a student at Nocturna University, the local campus," Lila answered."That's a pretty good university." Justin was a little stunned. This was the first time he'd asked about her private life, and her answer surprised him. After some thought, he offered, "You should go back to college. I'll continue to sponsor you.""Really?" Lila's eyes lit up. "Thank you, Mr. Farrow—""Stop thanking me. You were supposed to have a brilliant life full of experiences, and you shouldn't waste
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Justin was seated at a table in a high-end restaurant in Nocturna as he stared at the phone in his hand. The news about Ronald was displayed on the screen.Surprised that Ronald had been imprisoned, Justin read the article carefully, then closed the page. The Quades' affairs were none of his concern. With his company recently gearing up to bid on a large project, he'd painstakingly drafted the tender proposal and planned to submit it for the bidding."Aren't you going to eat, Mr. Farrow?" Lila asked softly from across the table."I was checking the news," Justin said, pocketing his phone.Lila poked at the steak on her plate. "Mr. Farrow, this is my first time dining at such a fancy restaurant… I never had a chance to come to such places before.""I gave you money, didn't I? You can eat whatever and wherever you want.""You've been incredibly kind to me, Mr. Farrow… I must have saved the universe in my past life to meet you in this one," Lila said.Justin fell into a momentary d
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Willow's voice trembled slightly, followed by a bitter smile. "Arthur, what do you think she was trying to do? I'd already given up on our relationship. And now, she dies right in front of me. Do you know what her last words to me were? She said she's sorry."She lowered her head, hands digging into her hair. She looked completely drained, both physically and emotionally. "I don't understand. Did she love me or not? If she did, why was she always siding with Ronald? Why didn't she ever stand up for me? But then, there were so many times I felt like she did love me."Tears slid down her cheeks. "I remember when I was little and had a fever. She stayed up the whole night with me, didn't sleep a second. When I got beaten, she'd secretly put medication on me. When I went overseas, she used to call and ask how I was doing. But after a few minutes, she'd start scolding me, saying I never called Ronald."If she really loved me, why didn't she protect me when he hit me? Why did she want me
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Willow rushed forward and caught Carmen just before she collapsed.A nearby officer tackled Ronald to the ground.Carmen fell into her arms, tears streaming down her face. Her hand trembled as she reached up and gently touched Willow's cheek. There was sorrow and guilt in her eyes.Her vision blurred as her consciousness faded, but in that haze, she saw a memory—Willow as a child. Back when she first gave birth to her, Ronald and his mother, Sarah Pattinson, were furious that it was a girl. They didn't even bother to visit.For those first few years, it was just her and Willow getting through one sleepless night after another. It was Willow who filled the emptiness and pain in her heart.She used to hold that tiny child in the dark, press kisses onto her soft little face, and dream that one day her daughter would grow up to be poised and happy, with a good life ahead.However, the moment Ronald came back into their lives, fear returned with him. She feared him and ultimately ga
