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Chapter 1641

Rickard's eyes betrayed a moment of vulnerability, prompting Hesper to swiftly rise from her seat. The sudden commotion ignited a frenzy of photography as onlookers sensed something noteworthy. Hesper understood that this incident, with a few alterations, would become headline news. As long as the underlying issue remained concealed, everything would be fine.Rickard was aware of her covert presence and had no intention of revealing her identity. Despite being Mr. Chronos's wife in name, she had severed all ties with him. This was the reason Hesper decided to disengage."Be careful."Chelsea witnessed the entire episode and couldn't help but speculate about a clandestine love story, although she kept her thoughts to herself. Thankfully, the crowd dispersed soon after. Hesper couldn't determine whether someone had deliberately or accidentally pushed her, but it was an inauspicious start.Keen observers might notice that something was amiss. Rickard wasn't known for selflessly assist

Chapter 1642

Everyone was baffled by Rickard's sudden decision to oppose them, as there had been no prior interactions between him and the Andersons. The real reason, however, remained concealed: Rickard's alter ego had encountered them before."Some people witnessed Rickard assisting Hesper a while ago. Could this be related?" Dean, who had recently shown good behavior, felt it wasn't the right time to focus on internal rivalries. With numerous pressing issues at hand, the Andersons needed to unite, which is why Dean and Briar were collaborating.Briar pondered Dean's words. Suspicion extended to Hesper, too, as she had proven to be an enigma who had outwitted them multiple times. "Why didn't anyone inform us of this?"Briar's infuriated expression prompted Dean to explain, "It's not that no one informed us. Rickard and Hesper pretended not to know each other. Our people only just discovered that the woman was Hesper Rivera."They had been deceived once again, and it was a woman, Hesper, who h

Chapter 1643

Having an ally like Hesper would undoubtedly bring peace of mind for Chelsea.Hesper, on the other hand, was gearing up to orchestrate her next move against Briar. She wasn't sure what Chelsea thought of her, but that was the least of her concerns.Briar's biggest stumbling block was his own ego. He perpetually believed that his maneuvers went unnoticed and that as long as he remained the one taking action, nothing could go wrong. His life within the Anderson household had been remarkably smooth.This unwavering self-assuredness was precisely why Hesper had brought him down numerous times. She possessed keen insight and consistently honed in on his vulnerability. She had no doubt that Briar would struggle to let go of his ego; it was something beyond his control.When Rickard returned home that evening, the matter had been resolved. Hesper didn't press for details but instead said, "I have some questions about the city center development."Rickard nodded, well aware that Hesper ha

Chapter 1644

Briar's assessment was accurate. The potential profit from developing this piece of land was staggering. Even if it required a substantial initial investment, the returns would easily cover the expenses.Hesper examined the test standards. While she wasn't well-versed in this field, she could see that the results from the past few years had been consistently positive.The sudden return to normal levels within a few years raised questions in Hesper's mind. She decided to consult with Zoya, as she couldn't recall knowing anyone else with expertise in chemistry who could examine whether these numbers had been manipulated.Hesper grew suspicious of the Andersons' eagerness. They had the means to acquire almost anything quickly, so why did they remain fixated on this particular plot of land? She was confident that if the data had been tampered with, the Andersons were involved."Hmmph, you only remember me when you need help." Zoya scoffed but ultimately accepted the task. "The entrance

Chapter 1645

"Why don't we... conduct our own test?" Hesper suggested.Benji shook his head once more. "There are guards there preventing people from getting close. The Andersons have legal control over the land and have deployed personnel to block access. We wouldn't be able to obtain a sample."If there was something awry with the plot of land, the Andersons certainly wouldn't permit anyone to gather information about it. However, the more they tried to prevent access, the more conspicuous the situation became.Hesper pondered this for a while before stating, "I'll go and ask Liam if he has any ideas."Hesper also harbored suspicions about Liam. "Why didn't he participate in the bid? I recall the Turners owning adjacent property, and it would have been advantageous for them to expand."Did this suggest that Liam possessed prior knowledge?Hesper's eyes sparkled as she turned to Rickard. "Will you accompany me today?"Rickard hadn't expected Hesper to invite him along, so she promptly clari

Chapter 1646

Liam observed Hesper's expression and surmised that she was aware of something, although he wasn't certain of the extent of her knowledge. However, he had a general idea, which meant he didn't need to delve too deeply into the matter."There are few people who don't show respect for the Simmons." Liam sighed, then continued, "Honestly, despite the current patriarch's mental health issues, no one dares to challenge them, and that speaks volumes."Hesper grasped the underlying message.Based on what she knew about the Simmons, they had their internal power struggles, but she couldn't understand why Sullivan remained in charge.Hesper believed Sullivan might be on the autism spectrum, but individuals with such conditions often possessed a blend of brilliance and eccentricity. She couldn't simply attribute it to autism."If we need evidence, we'll have to cooperate with the Simmons. However, this likely means the Andersons and Simmons are collaborating, which would also mean the Simmo

Chapter 1647

"As for why he would allow your wife to take the child, I have no idea."Liam meticulously read each word on the report, and Hesper could sense the profound impact it had on him. After a lengthy silence, he finally spoke."Does Luna know...""Yes."With that one word, Hesper put an end to his speculations. Liam closed his eyes and didn't say anything, but he nodded with great effort."When my wife took her in, we hadn't yet had any children. If we hadn't had Lily, and if my wife were still alive, Luna would likely have been raised as our only child." Liam was on the verge of breaking down, and Hesper chose to remain silent, allowing him to collect his emotions."I understand."Hesper looked at Rickard and then continued, "You've always been an independent thinker. I know your family's well-being is paramount to you, but Christopher is no longer the brother you once knew. I hope you can take that into consideration."Liam nodded, so Hesper ceased speaking. She had intended to ad

Chapter 1648

"Why are you keeping this a secret?"Benji turned away from the front of the car, and Rickard, still wearing his mask, had an expression that was impossible to discern. Benji then shifted his gaze to Hesper, but her face betrayed no hints either, intensifying his curiosity."Focus on the road."The traffic light turned green. Although his curiosity was piqued, Benji didn't want to jeopardize anyone's safety, so he dutifully concentrated on driving.The following morning, in the early hours of the day, Benji finally got his answer.Approaching their location was a person with an androgynous appearance—initially appearing as a woman but unmistakably male upon closer inspection. Benji paused, and the figure, Riley Simms, turned toward him and waved."Hello, I'm here to see Hesper."Riley had resumed his usual appearance and had seemingly managed to set aside the trauma inflicted by Nathaniel. He had returned to his studies and was working at a free clinic. While Hesper had maintain

Chapter 1649

Hesper found herself at a loss for words but nodded. "Thank you for sharing that with me. If things proceed smoothly here, I might be able to visit him before the two months are up. I'll see him one last time if I can manage it."Her intention wasn't driven by pity or any lingering sentiments from their past relationship. Hesper simply wanted to bid him a final farewell and convey how content she was because she had been on the right path all along.In her view, those who strayed from the right path didn't deserve happiness."Alright, I've delivered the message about Nathaniel. Since there's nothing else to discuss regarding him, let's focus on our current situation," Riley stated, shifting his gaze toward Rickard as he spoke.He continued without lowering his voice, "So, is this the legendary new beau you've got?"Hesper was momentarily perplexed.Given that Riley would be spending some time with them in the near future and was a trustworthy individual, Hesper had no intention o

Chapter 1650

Despite spending a few days with Sullivan, Hesper remained undecided about him. Her greatest strength was her logical thinking, and if it turned out that everything had started as a lie, her positive impression of him would vanish. Hesper despised nothing more than being deceived."We need to establish a credible identity to be around them and make progress," Hesper said as she delved into deep thought."Since Sullivan seems intent on gaining my favor, we should play along," she continued, looking at Rickard with an inscrutable expression.Rickard met her gaze with a neutral demeanor. Hesper wasn't certain if he concurred with her plan, so she elaborated, "I'll bring Riley into the picture and tell Sullivan it's for a diagnosis. He wouldn't refuse me, would he?"If he declined, it would suggest pretense; if he accepted, they would have the opportunity to ascertain if he genuinely had autism. The plan seemed risk-free.Hesper glanced at Rickard again and added, "Our visit wouldn't

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