Semua Bab Save the Tears for Someone Who Cares: Bab 301 - Bab 310

Penelope fired off three rapid questions, leaving Amanda reeling. Honestly, Amanda wished she had the answers herself.Who would've thought Irene's move would be that explosive?Amanda grimaced. "I just found out myself.""I told you to keep an eye on her!" Penelope looked like she could explode. "I don't care how you fix this. You must deal with Irene. I won't want that nuisance anywhere near Jacklyn again."The moment Penelope finished speaking, Amanda was kicking herself. She should've wiped Irene out of the entertainment industry for good back then.That scandal had been huge. Who would've guessed Dan would just let her walk away?And now, barely a month later, Irene had bounced back like nothing happened and even launched her own agency, already signing new talent.Just thinking about it made Amanda's temples throb. She rubbed her temples. "Penelope, it's not as simple as you think. Irene and Starborne Entertainment are riding a huge wave right now. We can't just crush them

Noah searched his mind for something to say in his defense, but nothing came. Because deep down, he knew Penelope had been in the wrong.Frustrated, he stomped his foot and took off.Theodore watched him go, worry etched on his face. He hesitated, unsure whether to go after him, when Jacklyn's voice rang out from behind, "Who taught you to say that?"Theodore turned around and shook his head. "No one. I just didn't want you to take the fall for something you didn't do."He dove straight into Jacklyn's arms, all soft and snuggly now. He was nothing like the serious, grown-up version of himself from just a moment ago.Jacklyn let out a laugh at the sudden change and gave his squishy cheek a gentle pinch. "My sweetie's really growing up, huh?"She had barely finished speaking when her phone rang. It was Liam. As soon as she picked up, his deep, steady voice came through, "Jackie, let me talk to Theo."Jacklyn brought the phone to Theodore's ear.Liam didn't hold back his praise. "

Penelope curled her lips. She didn't care whether Noah joined the show or not. What she needed was screen time. Her eyes darted around before settling on Lydia.With a wounded look, she said, "Lydia, it's not like I didn't try to look after Noah. It was Jacklyn and Liam's kid who triggered his allergy."Lydia's eyes flew wide. "What? What the hell happened?"Just hearing Jacklyn's name made her chest clench. Jacklyn—the one who'd betrayed Eugene and nearly dragged the Lloyds through the mud—had the nerve to flaunt her little bastard on the show like some kind of celebrity?As Lydia's expression darkened like a brewing storm, Penelope knew she'd hit a nerve. She threw on a pained expression, let out an exaggerated sigh, and didn't hold back."Their kid, Theo, gave Noah peanuts. That's why he had that horrible allergic reaction. He nearly went into shock! Jacklyn and Liam never liked me."And ever since they joined the show and found out I was on it too, they've been doing everythi

Jacklyn ran a hand through Theodore's hair and said with quiet sincerity, "Everyone grows up differently."Theodore nodded, though he didn't really get it, then asked, "Is Uncle Liam coming over today?""Not sure.""Then, I'll call him."Bursting with excitement, Theodore dialed Liam's number."I miss you so much, Uncle Liam! When are you coming over?" he asked, leaning against the side of the couch.Liam glanced at the clock on the wall and said gently, "Soon, Theo. I'll take you to the steakhouse later.""Yay!" Theodore looked up at Jacklyn, eyes shining. "Mommy, what about you? Are you coming too?"He had been hoping for all three of them to sit down for dinner—a real family meal.Jacklyn gave a regretful shake of her head. "I wish I could, but there's still so much I need to finish. You two go ahead this time, okay? I'll come with you next time."Theodore was usually understanding, but this time, the disappointment slipped through. "So much for a family of three… Now it's

Amanda froze for a moment, then lowered her head even more. "Doesn't matter now, I guess."Penelope glared daggers as Amanda continued, "Robertson Group offered to invest in Starborne Entertainment. If we're really going up against them, our only shot is with Lloyd Group backing us."Then, as if something had just clicked, she drew in a sharp breath. "But once Robertson Group shifts its focus back to Cyrelia, not even Lloyd Group will stand a chance."The message couldn't have been clearer—if they were counting on Lloyd Group to bring Irene down, they'd better act fast.Penelope's vision blurred with rage as the hits kept coming. She wouldn't dare drag Eugene into this. It took a long moment for her to steady herself. When she finally spoke, her voice was low and cold. "If we can't play fair, then we'll play dirty."Her jaw clenched so hard that it was like she could already feel Jacklyn's bones breaking in her teeth."There's no way Jacklyn and Starborne Entertainment don't have