Todos los capítulos de Married to a Lie, Claimed by a Kingpin: Capítulo 11 - Capítulo 20

Piper glanced at the screen of the phone Darla was holding. Wasn't that the salesperson who'd mocked her at noon today?In the video, the pale-faced salesperson had bloodshot eyes. Her shoulders drooped visibly. There was none of her previous arrogance."Ms. Steele, I'm sorry. I was unprofessional. I shouldn't have spoken to you so disrespectfully just because I was afraid of being held responsible for the gown's condition. It was all my fault. I deeply regret it now, and I hope you can forgive me."I'm not fit to represent the brand as one of its sales staff. My actions have damaged the brand, and I take sole responsibility. And as of today, I will no longer work for the brand, nor will I ever work as a salesperson again."The comments below were unanimous in asking who the "Ms. Steele" the salesperson was referring to was."Who exactly is this Ms. Steele? How on earth did she get those snooty salespeople who work for that particular brand to issue a public apology?""I went to

To Harvey, Piper's loneliness in this world and the baby were both leverage he could use against her.She couldn't stop herself from trembling as she spelled it out for him. "There's nothing left to discuss. I'm doing fine in Gemdale. This ends now.""Piper!" Harvey threatened through gritted teeth. "Mom has already contacted the workers. If you don't come back, Cecilia will be moving in soon. By then, it'll be too late for you to cry about it."He didn't believe Piper would actually give up the house just like that. She loved it far too much. She'd done all of the interior design herself, and she'd always dreamed about their life here together.Piper smirked. The house had already been sold. Cecilia and the Ludlows were simply indulging in a futile dream. "Go ahead. I'd love to see how she plans to move in."Harvey crushed the marriage certificate in his hand. The way Piper was now pushing back so relentlessly felt unfamiliar to him, and it left him feeling helpless."I know you

"That's good." Ernest didn't think he should pry any further. "It is a blessing to Ludlow Corporation that you have a wife as capable as Ms. Steele."Harvey's expression darkened further. What good were Piper's talents if she didn't have the support from him and Ludlow Corporation?Suddenly, Ernest remarked, "The Cranes found their biological daughter in Southgrove, you know. They used a private jet to bring her back to Gemdale. Someone took a photo of the young lady from behind. Now that I think about it, she actually bears a slight resemblance to Ms. Steele."Harvey didn't think much of it. "She's the Crane family's princess. How could Piper compare to her? Piper's adoptive parents abandoned her, and she has no one to rely on."Ernest frowned. "Ms. Steele is young, and she already holds multiple patents. She has considerable potential and vision in the energy sector. I actually think she's far more impressive than those heiresses who know nothing but how to eat, drink, and have f

Piper looked at Lazarus with the composure of a negotiator, yet for a moment, she couldn't decipher the emotion in his eyes.The atmosphere inside the car turned awkward and cold. Lazarus' expression tightened slightly. He seemed… a little aggrieved. It was the kind of look that made it particularly easy for someone's heart to soften.Piper couldn't hold out for long and immediately added, "You can decide the compensation yourself. Or, if you'd rather stay at Clarion, that's fine too.""I get to decide?" The emotion in Lazarus' eyes gradually intensified, as though he wanted to lock her in his gaze.Piper nodded. "Yes."Lazarus concealed the emotions surging beneath his eyes and smiled faintly. "You have to keep your word, Ms. Steele.""Of course." Piper found it difficult to tear her eyes away from his dimples, but she forced herself to keep her expression composed. "I'll put together an agreement for you as soon as possible.""Alright."Lazarus looked straight ahead and said

Piper nodded. "I see."She opened the door and paused for a moment before finally asking, "What about Lazarus?"After they'd cleared things up on the way there, Lazarus had stopped appearing in front of her at every turn once they arrived at the hotel. Just now, when Jonah had met with the other business tycoons, every one of them had asked about Lazarus. She'd assumed he would come over.William replied, "Mr. Lazarus will be giving a speech on behalf of Clarion shortly."A speech? Surely an occasion like this didn't warrant the CEO of Clarion appearing in person.Though puzzled, she didn't ask any further questions.Before she knew it, she'd spent nearly an hour reading the documents in the lounge when the host's enthusiastic voice from downstairs suddenly interrupted her."Please welcome Mr. Lazarus Crane, CEO of Clarion."Piper's movements stopped. If she remembered correctly, the opening in the hallway just outside her room gave her a clear view of the entire second floor.