Semua Bab As the Fake Heiress Rose to Power, the CEO Falls Apart: Bab 651 - Bab 660

The elderly couple exchanged a glance, tears nearly welling up in their eyes.In that moment, they both had the same thought.But with it came a deeper question—what exactly had happened all those years ago to lead to such an outcome?Watching Autumn lower her head in silence, Martha’s gaze flickered.“Your hair’s a bit messy…”With a kind smile, she reached out and gently tucked a few strands away from Autumn’s forehead.As she withdrew her hand, she subtly slipped the strands into a handkerchief and tucked it into her pocket.Autumn looked a little embarrassed. “Thank you.”“Don’t give up on finding your family, dear,” Laurence said meaningfully. “You might be reunited sooner than you think.”Autumn, however, simply took it as a kind attempt to comfort her and didn’t think much of it....Unaware of what had just transpired between her grandparents and Autumn, Stellar was with a group of young people, playing a round of truth or dare.A glass bottle spun across the smooth wooden coff

The next morning.Just as Stellar was about to head out to the lab, her grandparents suddenly called out to her.“Wait a moment, sweetheart.” Martha approached holding two neatly packed food containers. “I made fresh strawberry cakes this morning. Take them with you and share them with Miss Autumn at the lab.”“Thank you, Grandma.” Stellar took the boxes with a smile. “I will.”Right then, Laurence also stepped forward, handing her an old, worn book. “And this. I heard Miss Autumn likes antique texts—I happen to have one in my collection. Bring it to her.”“Alright.” Though Stellar found their enthusiasm a bit unusual, she simply chalked it up to kindness.Later, during her lunch break, she shared the cakes with Autumn and passed along the book, relaying her grandparents’ words.Autumn was clearly touched. “Please thank them for me. When I have the time, I’ll be sure to visit them myself.”She cradled the book gently, flipping through its pages with obvious delight, then picked up a pi

About fifteen minutes later, Xavier rushed back.The moment he saw Stellar, his eyes lit up. He smoothed down his clothes and hair before slowing his steps. "Sorry to keep you waiting. I heard you’re here to discuss a case. What can I help with?"Stellar looked up, noticing how hurried he seemed. Her suspicion deepened. "Don’t tell me you came straight from the airport? What about that big case in Fresh West City? You’re not going anymore?"Xavier's expression froze for a second, but he quickly explained, "No, something came up with that case, and I was planning to withdraw anyway. Just happened to hear you were here."It sounded plausible enough, but Stellar still felt something was off. She kept her thoughts to herself for now."Let’s talk about my case then..."She went on to explain what she needed from him."No problem," Xavier agreed immediately.Stellar was surprised. "That woman, Winnie Warren, might not be who she seems. You’re really okay with keeping an eye on her for me?

After everyone left, Stellar slowly calmed down.Now that she knew how Xavier felt, she couldn’t help but feel unsettled.She had only ever seen him as a friend.But the weight he placed on her, the attention that clearly went beyond friendship, gave her a strange sense of guilt, like she’d unknowingly taken advantage of his sincerity."I'm still right here, you know," came Stephen’s low sigh beside her.Startled, Stellar turned her head and saw him resting his chin on his hand, gazing at her with soft, affectionate eyes."Can you focus a little when I’m around? Stop thinking about other men?"She laughed. "Didn’t you just act all magnanimous in front of everyone?""Exactly. That was for them. With you, I get to be my real self." Stephen blinked, his tone laced with mock petulance. "You don’t like it?"That caught her off guard, warming her ears with a blush. "It’s... fine.""Fine?" Stephen leaned closer, voice low and tempting. "You mean I’m still not doing well enough? Then tell me,

Stellar had just been about to explain all the twists and turns when Coco suddenly sent another message:"I actually understand what's going on. My boss just wants to use me to hit his targets and steal my credit, while I work a high-paying job for scraps. “But I just got to this city, I don’t know anyone, and I have no other options. So, I’m putting up with it for now. I’ve secretly been collecting evidence. When the time is right, I’ll report him to someone higher up."Stellar was caught off guard.This girl might seem naïve, but she clearly wasn’t stupid. On the contrary, she had a sharp mind."But what if their company’s full of shady deals and they just fire you before you get the chance? Have you thought about asking Xavier for help? He’d definitely win a case like this, and make sure you get what you deserve."But Coco replied, "I don’t want to trouble him with something this small. I’ve already leaned on him too much since I came here. He’s been really kind to me. I want to s