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He certainly wasn't the same as before.After Lucas returned, he unilaterally tore up the cooperation contracts of the two companies.He acted like an impulsive child which led to significant problems for both the Walsh and White families.In less than two months, a crowd of protesters gathered at the company's entrance.Projects stagnated, funds didn't flow, and the wages of the lower-level workers were delayed.They raised banners, and some even resorted to drastic measures.Just when I was racking my brains to resolve these dire situations.Lucas watched coldly, going to various social events with his new love every day.I lightly massaged my temples and leaned back.Mr. Jones bent down and reported the latest public opinion trends to me.It was nothing more than where Lucas and Wendy had gone to have fun again.They had been to the aquarium and the polar park.Today, they were at the amusement park, and I heard that Lucas booked the entire area for Wendy. They both rode on a childi
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That day, it wasn't just little Billy who was taken; Wendy's young niece was with him.They were cornered dangerously on the rooftop by a group of people.Those individuals threatened Lucas, demanding their hard-earned money."Our kids need an education, and our family depends on this place!"We can't even afford the rent; we're about to be evicted by the landlord!"You, on the other hand, are still playing at the amusement park, even booking down the entire area! Why can't you give us the money?"We just want to survive!"The cries of the two children echoed one after another.Lucas remained composed, saying, "I've already sent someone to raise the money. Please, calm down, and be careful not to harm the children."There were quite a few people on the rooftop, all trying to mediate.Lucas furrowed his brow and called me."Rachel."Hearing the cries on the other end of the phone, my heart felt like it was about to leap out.That feeling was no different from when I heard about Arthur's
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When I got to the Walsh company, everything was already over.I was in a sorry state, and I even stumbled and tore my clothes while rushing there.The situation on the rooftop was clear; Lucas was comforting a little girl.Wendy stood beside him, gently patting the girl's back.They looked like a family of three.Billy was nearby, staring blankly and softly sobbing.When he saw me, his eyes lit up, and he ran toward me, saying, "Mommy!"He was terrified, suddenly crying intensely.Choking on his tears, he asked me, "Mommy, why didn't Daddy save me?"Mommy, why didn't Daddy save me?!"I held him in my arms, apologizing over and over again.As Lucas and Wendy passed by, they didn't stop their footsteps, leaving only a remark, "It seems you really love my half-brother."Too bad, he's already dead."I held Billy tightly as he cried loudly, unable to respond.I thought Lucas must have regretted his impulsive actions.After all, threatening anyone with a child was a grave mistake in the eyes
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For the safety of Billy, I sent him abroad.Mr. Jones stood beside me, watching as Billy boarded the plane with me.After a while, he said, "Director White, the person responsible for the accident from years ago was released from prison three months ago, and we've tracked down his current residence."Mr. Jones paused. "It's in an upscale residential area, and the house is registered under his name."The person sentenced to five years for the accident now owned a house as soon as he got out.I couldn't believe I just discovered such a major loophole.I think, before Lucas had an affair, I might have genuinely developed feelings.After all, it was a whole five years.Whether it was real or fake.He did play the role of a husband and a father quite well.That's why I forgot that I once had a crush on someone when I was young, a crush that lasted for many years.But then he died.And it seemed I had forgotten about him too.How could I be trapped in the past like this?After all, those ali
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I didn't think Lucas was a fool.Embezzling company funds, once discovered, leads to prison time for sure.The only person I could think of who would do such a foolish thing was my mother-in-law who raised her status by becoming a mistress.Maybe it was because the individual behind the accident asked for a substantial sum upon getting out of prison, and she was worried that Lucas might become suspicious. So, she chose to put up the "Heart of the Ocean" for auction, a valuable item she had kept hidden for five years.She probably thought that no one in this world remembered Arthur anymore.I placed the box containing the blue diamond in the safe, atop the blood-stained receipt.The blood from that year had turned black.The two words "Arthur Walsh" were covered in ink, as if they no longer existed.
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Lucas came to see me later than I had expected.But it made sense; all his attention was on Wendy these days, spending time with that aunt-niece duo just as he used to do with me and Billy.To outsiders, they all appeared to be a loving family of three.This time, he probably came home because he had mistakenly entered the wrong door while drunk.I sat on the bed, silently gazing at the unexpected visitor not far away.Lucas leaned against the door frame, his dark eyes turning towards me.I switched on the light.His facial features, strikingly similar to Arthur's, became bright and distinct under the bright lamp, instantly pulling my thoughts back to the past.Long-forgotten scenes flashed through my mind.Starting with a complex and uncertain entanglement, progressing to a passionate romance, followed by a proposal, and ultimately experiencing the separation brought about by life and death.Those memories were more vivid than ever before."It's that look again!"Lucas' voice brought
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Unfortunately, his mother had committed more than just this one offense. Due to this incident, the mother and son's relationship had deepened. When the police came knocking, Lucas, his mother, and Wendy were in the middle of making cakes. All the ingredients were ready. A mixture of flour and butter was blended, and the creamy colors were enticing with their vivid hues.Lucas's face turned pale, and he immediately pulled out his phone to question me. However, the next words from the police left him stunned."Mrs Walsh, the police suspect you are connected to a murder case. Please come with us."These words came through the phone call. Then there was a busy signal.
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A murder case that happened five years ago has taken an unexpected twist. It turns out the mistress was scheming to have the heir killed, so her own son could inherit everything.When this news broke, the entire city was in an uproar.On the day of the trial, I deliberately set aside time to attend.Lucas and Wendy were sitting to my left, with two empty seats in between.The man glared at me with hatred, while the woman absentmindedly adjusted her bangs.In my mind, I sneered. How could it take five years for anyone to realize that Lucas was a fool?When my mother-in-law was brought in, she spotted me with pure resentment in her eyes.However, when the witnesses began testifying, her anger was overshadowed by fear.I believe she must regret not killing one more person.It's what they call, "to root out completely."Motives, witnesses, and evidence were all crystal clear.Everything had already been set in stone.I stood up and left behind the farce that had unfolded behind me.
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