Semua Bab Across a Sea of Lies: Bab 1 - Bab 10

Arlo grabbed her, feeling extremely heartbroken. "Simone! What are you doing?"Then, he turned his head around and glared at me, his eyes full of disgust. "Hayden just drew on Anna's face. Why are you making such a big deal out of this? Just wash it off. How dramatic!" "Wash it off?" I turned around to pull Anna over and pointed at her red and swollen face. "The teacher scrubbed her skin raw, but it still can't be washed off! You're a chemical materials scientist. Shouldn't you be able to tell what kind of marker was used?" Arlo paused for a moment before looking down.Hayden was clutching a custom-made industrial permanent marker. It was the latest product from Arlo's laboratory. It had a special ink used to mark experimental equipment in extreme environments. It was waterproof, anti-corrosive, and resistant to high temperatures. Once it dried, it was extremely difficult to remove.Arlo's expression changed. Subconsciously, he looked at Hayden. He asked in a gentle tone, "Hayd

In the evening, Arlo returned, carrying a small paper bag. "Leia, you're still awake."He walked over and placed the cake on the table, speaking in a somewhat pleading manner. "I bought a small cake for Anna. Doesn't she have a sweet tooth? I was too anxious earlier, so my tone was a bit harsh. "Hayden is seriously ill, and our family has good resources. Anna is sensible, so I thought of having her help Hayden. Once Hayden gets better, I'll move the piano back. "I looked at him coldly. "That piano costs over two million dollars. Your cake costs 20 dollars at most? Is this the guilt you have as a father?"Arlo's smile froze as his eyebrows instantly furrowed. "Leia, could you please stop talking about money? Isn't it vulgar? Sincerity is priceless! Do you think everything has to be measured by a price tag?"I sneered, "Alright, if you think money is vulgar, let's sort out the accounts. This year, you used the excuse of pursuing your studies to withdraw eight million dollars in re

Arlo frowned. "I did make that promise, but I didn't say I would only accompany her. Simone is in poor health and can't do intense exercise. Hayden wants to participate in the competition. As his godfather, why can't I help out?"Simone held Arlo's arm and said meekly, "Yes, Ms. Jordan. Hayden really wants to win just once. He has never participated in a parent-child sports event. And..."She glanced at Anna's swollen face and covered her mouth in a gasp. "Gosh, why isn't it healed yet? It looks so terrifying. Hayden is timid. Ms. Jordan, please keep Anna away from here. Don't scare him."Anna trembled all over, with tears welling up in her eyes. Suddenly, she rushed forward and tried to push Hayden. "This is my daddy! You go away! This is my daddy!"Hayden was pushed slightly, but Anna did not apply much force. However, he slumped to the ground and screamed, "Ah! Someone attacked me! The ugly clown attacked me! Daddy, help! My leg is broken!"Arlo's expression changed. He rushed

Arlo failed to recognize the reality of things. He moved into a villa near his lab with Simone and Hayden. That night, he posted on his social media.[Petty birds don't understand the aspirations of magnificent ones. True scholars never fear poverty. After leaving behind the controlling capitalist, I finally got a taste of freedom.]I casually clicked the like button before texting the lawyer. Leia: [Claim the villa tomorrow morning.]The villa where Arlo was currently living was fully paid for by me before marriage. However, he seemed to have forgotten this fact and regarded it as his and Simone's love nest.Early the next morning, I led the moving company to the villa.As soon as the door opened, a foul smell hit me.Snack crumbs and footprints were everywhere on the expensive carpet. The originally tidy living room was filled with clutter. The two-million-dollar piano was standing alone in the corner. The piano lid was wide open, and the black and white keys were covered wit

The day Arlo received the court summons was the same day as Jacobville's science and technology summit.It was the stage he had always valued the most. He had originally planned to present his latest research findings on this day and become famous overnight. However, he did not have an invitation, so he could not even enter the venue. He lingered at the entrance, stopping every investor who passed by."Mr. Lester! Take a look at my project! I only need five million dollars! No, two million dollars!""Mr. Wilson! I'm Arlo Payton! We've had drinks before!"Those who used to fawn over him avoided him like the plague.Just then, a black stretched Lincoln slowly stopped in front of the red carpet. The car door opened. I wore a haute couture gown and exquisite makeup, looking imposing. The flashlights flashed wildly, and the reporters swarmed toward me."Ms. Jordan! I heard that the latest biotech project invested by Jordan Group has made a major breakthrough. Is it true?""Ms. Jordan