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Chapter 1

It wasn't until the bodyguards knocked on my door and escorted the Hendricks couple inside that I learned I was the real heiress who had been switched at birth.My biological mother, Susan Bishop, clutched my hand tightly, dabbing at her tears with a handkerchief. Then, she said, "Emma, it's my fault that you had to spend more than ten years apart from us. Come home with me, okay? I've missed you so much."We can talk about everything else once you're home."The parents who had raised me just stood to the side, hands trembling as they flipped through the paternity test. They, too, couldn't believe that something like a baby being switched at birth had actually happened.According to Susan, the nanny who had taken care of her back then had wanted to swap in her own biological child.But the midwife was discovered partway through. Out of jealousy and spite, she shifted targets to the fake heiress and me.It wasn't until the fake heiress was injured and hospitalized that the truth f

Chapter 2

Jude told me that Sophie had never been close to the family and that she even spoke harshly to Madison Hendricks, her only younger sister. Thus, her departure hadn't affected the family much either.He added that since I had returned to the Hendricks family, he hoped we could all get along.When I thought back to what I heard Sophie just say, I suddenly had a strange feeling. Maybe the way Susan Bishop and Michael Hendricks had acted yesterday had all been an act.I lowered my head, lost in thought.Seeing that I didn't respond, Jude surprisingly softened his tone and said, "Emma, I know you might not be used to this life yet. However, please understand that everything you'll have with the Hendrickses from now on is simply the everyday life you missed out on before."Now that you're coming home, I'll hold nothing back when it comes to resources for you."Jude took over the Hendrickses' enterprise several years ago, and under his leadership, it was thriving. If I had his support,

Chapter 3

Madison lowered her hand and looked at me apologetically, her tone soft as she said, "Sorry, Emma. This was a gift from Mom. Can I keep it? If you like anything else, I can give it to you."It didn't sound like she was giving it to me. It sounded more like she was granting me charity.I had no interest in playing along with these pointless theatrics, so I simply sat down and started picking out what I wanted to eat.Madison sat right beside me. When she saw that I was ignoring her, she merely pressed her lips into a smile and looked at me nervously."Emma, you've lived with another family your whole life, so it's understandable that you don't have the kind of upbringing we have here at the Hendrickses. It's just… I didn't expect you to move straight into my room. If you liked it, you could've just told me…"Her face turned slightly pale, and her eyes suddenly reddened. She continued, "I've known all along that everything in this family belongs to you. That's why I cherished every

Chapter 4

Madison was indeed in poor health, but that didn't give her an excuse to make snide remarks or act however she pleased.I went back to my room without bothering to argue with them any further.With a family like the Hendrickses, it was no wonder Sophie couldn't stand being here and was itching to leave immediately.I stared at the friend request that had just popped up on my phone, wondering why Sophie wanted to add me. But in the end, I decided to accept it.There was none of the drama between the real and fake heiresses, where we accused each other or tore off pretenses. Instead, all I got was a sincere message from her."Things were a little hectic that day, so I forgot to give you your gift. Also, Mom and Dad wanted to know when you're coming home for dinner."My heart softened for a moment, then I replied, "I'd like some ribs."Mom could have contacted me anytime, but having Sophie reach out instead helped bridge the distance between us. She wanted to see both of us getting

Chapter 5

"How could that be?" I turned to Jude, who still seemed confused, and shrugged. "Why haven't you helped Maddy up yet, Jude? What if she ends up with some lasting health problems?"Seeing Madison nearly choke on her own words, I smiled to myself."If Maddy isn't feeling well, she should go back to her room and rest. You shouldn't keep hanging around outside my door."Jude helped her to her feet, keeping a firm hold as he glanced at her pale face and nodded in agreement."Emma is right. These things can be left to the maids. There's no need to go out of your way."Madison lowered her head and answered in a small, aggrieved voice, "I just wanted to know whether Emma had anything to do with Sophie leaving without a word. Oh, no! That's not what I meant. I'll stop talking…"I cut her off coldly, my expression blank, "Then, keep your mouth shut."As if she were frightened by me, Madison trembled and shrank into Jude's arms.Jude was the typical domineering CEO, but he still comforted

Chapter 6

Although our family couldn't compare to the Hendrickses, we were still a comfortably well-off household with our own company.The company wasn't big, but it was stable and had support from partners and other companies. I never expected that someone as honest and down-to-earth as my dad would suddenly be reported.Thinking about how I had been targeted the moment I returned to the Hendrickses yesterday, it was hard not to think they had a hand in all of this.But why would they choose to target us? Was it only because of Sophie?After leaving home, I thought about it for a moment, then made a phone call."Find out who did this. If they dare come after me, I'll make sure no one gets off easy."Also, it's time to start the acquisitions we've been planning. As for the Hendrickses' core information, it won't be long now."I delivered my instructions concisely, and it wasn't long before I got an update.Just as I'd expected, the Hendrickses were behind the whole thing. However, becau

Chapter 7

After all, without someone powerful backing her, how could a receptionist have dared to speak rudely to a stranger? Besides, the reception handled countless visitors and messages every day, so placing someone there was the best option.A smile tugged at my lips as I watched her stubbornly reach for me. I stepped aside, avoiding her touch. My vice president ID badge fell to the floor. A bodyguard nearby bent down and picked it up for me. I took it back expressionlessly and said calmly, "You're fired."With that, I called security over and entered the elevator alone.I made my way upstairs. Under Jude's management, the company was running like a well-oiled machine, certainly living up to his reputation.But before I could open the door to his office, a heated argument erupted from inside."How could you do this? What could you possibly gain from this? That couple treated Emma very well. Why did you have to scheme against them?""What do you know? Everything I've done is for Mad

Chapter 8

"I was just worried. I didn't mean anything by it. You're my daughter. How could I not want what's best for you? But you know Maddy's condition. She's fragile, but she's been nothing but sincere with you. Otherwise, she wouldn't have made you the center of attention at this birthday celebration," Susan said.The event was being held for the Hendricks family's 20-year-old daughter. Every guest invited was a prominent figure in Bellburg. The spotlight should've belonged to Madison. Instead, she'd offered it to me.I softened my expression and, for the first time, slipped my arm through Susan's affectionately. "I only felt hurt because of something Maddy said. She's been by your side for 20 years. Of course, I'm jealous. But don't worry. From now on, I'll treat Maddy like my real sister. I'll always put her first!"Seeing the sincerity in my eyes, Susan smiled. She patted my hand and headed downstairs to prepare for the party.As soon as she was gone, my smile disappeared. I walked st

Chapter 9

I shrugged and tilted my head, looking at Madison. "What? Are you scared? Or do you really not know why I came back?"Her smile stiffened. She looked as though she didn't understand what I was talking about. But I was done speaking in riddles. My gaze fell to the gold locket hanging around her neck, and I found it ironic.She thought everything was under her control, that everything she'd been given was rightfully hers. But she was wrong."Do you really not know? Or are you just refusing to believe that everything you have is built on a lie?""Shut up!" Madison finally snapped. She strode toward me and actually raised a hand at me.I caught her wrist before she could touch me, then shoved her arm aside and slapped her across the face. I didn't hold back. Her head snapped to the side, and she staggered several steps backward before crashing into a vase.As the vase shattered, I looked down at her, a smile playing on my lips. "Just as I thought. Stupid."Clutching her cheek, Madis

Chapter 10

I nodded, mentally drawing a line through Jude's name.Standing nearby, Susan looked uncomfortable. Still, she continued mingling with socialites as though nothing was wrong. But every time someone mentioned me, she somehow managed to steer the conversation back to Madison.The party reached its peak. Just as everyone was enjoying themselves, the front doors suddenly burst open. Madison's aggrieved voice rang throughout the hall, "Emma, why did you lock me in the hospital and stop me from coming? If you hate me that much, you could've just said so!"Countless eyes in the crowd lit up. The room fell silent as everyone waited to see how this wealthy family's scandal would unfold.Seeing the situation get out of hand, Jude quickly stepped forward to stop Madison. But I raised my hand, stopping him. "If anyone should be upset about false accusations, it should be me," I said calmly. There was no trace of grievance in my voice as I looked at Madison calmly.Her expression was cold.

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