Victoria looked at Ashton. "I believe you. But I almost lost my life for you and your family, yet you left me behind and celebrated Yvette's birthday so grandly."You even announced your engagement with her. Do you think you can just get away with it?"Until my anger wears off, that bed over there is yours."Victoria pointed to the bed on the floor."And you better not touch me!"Ashton promised. "Okay, okay. I promise not to touch you until you calm down."He sighed. "The thing between me and Yvette is not what you think. She stayed by my side to take care of me even after I woke up from a coma."I don't have feelings for her. Before I met you, all women were the same to me."I just wanted to repay her kindness. I promised to make her the lady of the Harper family, but I no longer can do that."Still, she has been kind to me, and I can't forget that. I can only find another way."Ashton looked at Victoria sincerely. "I plan to bring her into the company and let her choose an
Victoria looked at the two items in her hands with a slight curve of her lips. She smiled contentedly and then walked out the door.Wendy was sitting on the living room sofa. She was engrossed in watching TV. Upon hearing the door open, she leaped off the couch and rushed toward Victoria."Victoria, what happened last night? You weren't taken advantage of, were you?"Victoria felt speechless and gestured toward the room. "When have I ever been taken advantage of? See for yourself."Ashton's bed from the night before remained untouched.Wendy chuckled. "You let him off easy. You should have made him sleep in the living room."Victoria adjusted her shoulder bag. "Louis is done arranging everything. Let's go."Wendy drove the two of them to a private research institute, where Louis was already waiting.Victoria handed the hair strand and toothbrush to the professionals."How long until we get the results?""For safety, we'll do several comparisons repeatedly. It will take about
Victoria spent some time playing with Ciel and Selene before it was time for lunch.The two little ones mentioned being hungry.Louis and Simon were still engrossed in their discussion. Their faces were lit up with enthusiasm. They were obviously having a great time chatting.The collaboration was basically formalized."Let them chat. We can find a place to eat. Afterwards, we can go shopping."Uncle Simon said he will foot the bill. We must take advantage of this opportunity."Tilly, with a smirk on her lips, linked her arm with Victoria's.Victoria, observing Tilly's happiness, playfully poked her cheek. "Love has done wonders for you. Your complexion has improved, unlike the dull days before.""Vicky, all you do is tease me."Victoria shook her head. She held a serious face."No, I'm genuinely happy for you, Tilly. I hope you stay this happy always. That way, I can have peace of mind."If you wear a gloomy face all the time, it worries me. It's not good for Ciel and Selen
The two salespeople who entered exchanged glances. They wore expressions of discomfort and embarrassment."Even if you don't say anything, I can probably guess. Your job essentially revolves around making customers happy. I'm not blaming you. I just genuinely want to know the truth. I won't put you in a difficult position. Go ahead."It seemed inevitable that they would have to speak. The two of them recalled the events.For them, those excuses were cliché. They hesitantly and awkwardly spilled out all the details to Victoria. "Ms. Jameson, we ... We didn't know you and Mr. Harper were a couple. We ... We never thought Ms. White was a third-wheeler. Ms. White is nothing compared to you. Even if you wore a sack, you'd look better than her all dressed up!""Exactly. No damage would have happened if there was no comparison. You and Mr. Harper are the most compatible!"The two of them trembled as they spoke. Their voices quivered, and cold sweat appeared on their foreheads and palms
Megan stared in the direction of Victoria and Louis. The two of them had reached the car.Victoria opened the front passenger door and got in.Louis placed all the items in his hands into the trunk before swiftly taking the driver's seat.Megan's eyes were slightly reddened, and she bit her lip. She spoke to Samantha in a tone that seemed like she was reassuring herself."Victoria isn't like others. She addresses Louis as her uncle. Considering what happened to her before, it's normal for Louis to spend more time with her."Samantha listened to Megan's trembling voice and glanced at Megan's clenched fists on her lap. A mocking smirk formed on Samantha's lips.She gloated at her misfortune."Who knows if that incident is real or fake? Did Mr. Langley discuss transferring the position of the chairman of Warde Corporation and all his shares to Victoria with you beforehand?"Megan was absent-minded. "He informed me in advance. But those are his things. We're just dating, not marr
Wendy looked at Victoria and then at the information on the computer. "Do you suspect something?"Victoria nodded. "Yes. He has bodyguards with him wherever he goes now. Be careful. Don't startle him and make him suspicious."Wendy, fueled by Victoria's suspicions, looked excited with sparkling eyes. She smiled and mock-saluted. "Got it. I'll keep an eye on him. Once we find the right moment, I'll strike. I promise to complete the mission."Louis watched Wendy leave and then sat beside Victoria.He turned the computer around and examined the information. His gaze lingered on the photo."He does resemble Mr. Harper. However, that guy looks exactly like him. Do you know him?"Victoria's expression turned icy, like a chilling edge of bloodlust. "I've been unconscious for quite some time, thanks to him. He's a person deserving of a thousand executions. He's like a pest. He dares to impersonate Benjamin."Louis glanced at Victoria before looking at Ashton's profile again. His usual
Quinton lifted his head to look at Victoria. When he picked up the test report before him, he was visibly shocked.He suppressed his emotions and refrained from looking up. After gradually calming down, he cautiously stole a glance at Victoria. Quickly, he lowered his head again.He pursed his lip with guilt, and his eyes darted around nervously. He seemed uneasy and unsure of how to proceed.A moment passed, and he made an incredulous expression and looked at Victoria. "This ... This ..."Victoria raised a faint smile that seemed to say, "Go on. Keep on pretending."Quinton's facial expression froze. Beads of cold sweat formed on his forehead. He attempted to speak, but under Victoria's penetrating gaze, he found himself incapable of doing so."Mrs. Harper ..."His voice trembled, but his face showed little surprise. "Is this ... is this real? How is it possible?"Victoria sat upright.She said nothing and calmly sipped her tea, yet her gaze remained fixed on Quinton.Her
Vivtoria gently tapped on her cup as she looked at Quinton. "Did Benjamin forget about me completely?"Quinton looked at Victoria's dejected expression. He did not know what to say and meekly replied, "Mrs. Harper."Victoria's eyes brimmed with tears.She already knew the truth. However, she could not stop the tears from pooling in her eyes. She felt like she couldn't breathe.Before Quinton and Yves could notice, Victoria rubbed her eyes.Yves was devastated as he watched Victoria, but he did not know what to do.He patted Quinton's back and asked frustratedly, "What about Will? Does he know what Ashton is trying to do? Things were still manageable, but Mrs. B is back now. "If it weren't for Mrs. B's quick thinking in realizing something was wrong, what if she involved herself with that imposter? "He doesn't know about Ben and Mrs. B's relationship, but you know don't you? He's heartless, but are you heartless as well?"Quinton was ashamed as he glanced at Victoria. "Mrs. H