Chapter 89 Confession Kate took Eric to a well–known restaurant in Capital City. Back when she was still a rich heiress, she loved dining at this restaurant. The memory of the delicious food lingered. As the car slowly stopped in front of the restaurant and Kate walked in arm–in–arm with Eric, she felt a sense of nostalgia. The restaurant’s decor was exactly the same as it had been three years ago, with barely any changes. The air smelled like food, and the owner and waitstaff were the same. “Mr. Eric, Madam.” The waitstaff greeted them respectfully and led them to a private room on the second floor, where they handed over the menu respectfully. George and Lucas sat in a private room next to each other. No one would disturb Kate and Eric’s time together. Moreover, dining with Eric could be quite stressful. His cold aura was ever–present, making people tense up instinctively. “What would you like to eat?” Kate asked. She propped her chin on her hands and smiled sweetly at Eric. Eric sat on the sofa, his gaze indifferent. He replied, “I’m fine with anything.” Kate pouted slightly. Although she had expected this answer, she couldn’t help but feel a bit. disappointed. Quickly, she composed herself and ordered some light dishes. She then stood up and moved from across the table to sit beside Eric. Eric’s body tensed instinctively, but Kate pretended not to notice. She looked at him seriously. and said softly, “Eric, did you buy this restaurant?” Kate was smart. No matter how famous a place was, it wouldn’t stay the same after three years. Unless someone wanted it that way, coupled with the respectful attitude of the staff, Kate quickly guessed the truth, thanks to the staff’s respectful attitude. “Yes.” Eric nodded slightly. His gaze was cold, but there was a hint of softness in his eyes. Balance: 1 Coins. 362 +0 1 Pearls Summer Estate to cook her favourite meals. “You’re so good to me, Eric.” Kate hugged Eric’s arm and suddenly leaned in to plant a kiss on his cheek. She pulled away quickly with a delighted expression as if she had just succeeded in pulling off her cunning little game. Eric’s eyes softened, though he felt a bit helpless. He wanted to touch the spot she had just kissed but suppressed the urge. Kate found this amusing but didn’t say anything. When the food arrived, she served both herself and Eric, and she continued to place food on his plate. Eric ate slowly. With his severe anorexia, each meal was a battle, but he forced himself to swallow the food. Kate chatted with him, coaxing him to eat. Eric, in turn, managed to finish half a plate of and a fair amount of vegetables, all with her encouragement. After they finished their meal, Kate sighed contentedly. Eating with Eric was a pleasure for the eyes. This was primarily due to Eric’s attractive appearance and robust physique. pasta After they were done, Kate snuggled into Eric’s arms. She wrapped her arms around his waist and spoke in a muffled voice, “Eric, there’s something I need to confess.” The alarm went off in Eric’s head, and a look of vigilance flashed in his eyes. He instinctively clenched his fists. Before he could ask, Kate continued, “The Lowe Group is planning to create a new design company to collaborate with Miles Corporation. I’ve recommended Simon as the project lead and Ruth as the designer. “So, for the foreseeable future, I will be working closely with Simon and his team.”
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Chapter 88 Gladly Accept Everything In the end, it was Eric who firmly pulled Kate off him. His dark eyes lingered on her pouty lips for a long time before he suppressed the urge to kiss her. Kate, feeling aggrieved, clung to Eric’s arm in silence. Deep down, she was elated. When she had hugged him tightly just now, she had clearly sensed Eric’s physical response. Eric’s love for her was always restrained and controlled. Even in her previous life, he had never revealed his true feelings, only loving her in his strong and domineering way. Everything he did was for her benefit, yet she never appreciated it, always seeing Eric as a terrifyingly ruthless person. Suppressing the turmoil in his heart, Eric cast a cold glance at Lucas. “I’m docking you a month’s pay,” he declared. Lucas said nothing about the punishment. His face fell, but he didn’t regret it. Yes, he was the one who tipped Kate off about Eric’s flight. Eric had intended to avoid Kate after the incident at the Emperor Hotel. However, Lucas was well aware that Kate had changed. Moreover, during the days in Belford, Eric had hardly eaten properly. Concerned about his boss’s health, Lucas decisively informed Kate, Listening to Eric’s words, Kate couldn’t help but smile wryly. She teased, “Eric, you’re so bossy. “Lucas did it for your own good. I heard you haven’t been eating well in Belford. Didn’t I tell you to eat properly? You never listen. “Your stomach has always been weak. You can’t keep neglecting it like this.” Kate’s gentle voice nagged at Eric. As Kate chattered on, Eric didn’t find her nagging annoying at all. Instead, he felt a bit lost in thought, a warm feeling spreading from his heart. How long had it been since someone had nagged him like this? Ever since he became the feared president of Davison Group, everyone has been terrified of him, too afraid to even breathe loudly, let alone nag him.. His mere presence repelled most people. Chapter 88 Gladly Accept Everything “Eric, are you listening to me?” Noticing Eric’s slight distraction, Kate pouted and gently shook his arm to act cute. “I’m listening.” Eric snapped back to attention, his voice hoarse as he replied. “Then I’ll take you to lunch. And don’t dock Lucas’s pay; you should give him a raise instead.” Kate clung to his arm and smiled warmly at him. Eric pressed his fingers to the center of his brows and felt strangely flustered. He muttered a faint grunt. He suddenly found himself at a loss for how to deal with this version of Kate. She was warm, like a little sun, so different from how she used to be. He had grown accustomed to Kate’s cold demeanour, her arguing, her tantrums, her throwing things, and her malice towards him. Ever since she stabbed him, everything has changed. Eric couldn’t see through her anymore. He didn’t know if Kate felt guilty after stabbing him and wanted to make it up to him, or if she was deliberately deceiving him to gain his trust, only to leave him when he let his guard down. But regardless of which it was… Eric lowered his gaze. His heart pounded violently, each beat filled with joy. He thought. If one day she truly decided to leave me, I would completely lose my mind. If one day she wanted my life, I would… Gladly give it to her. Kate, I’ll accept all the disasters you brought upon me.
Chapter 87 Dependency Simon quickly arranged for Ruth and Holly’s discharge from the hospital. After all, this private hospital belonged to the Davison Group, and staying there made them feel constantly watched. Furthermore, what would happen if Kate interfered with Ruth’s recuperation, causing permanent harm to Ruth’s hand? They couldn’t take that risk. Watching Simon lead Ruth and Holly out of the hospital, Kate leisurely sipped her lemonade, a cold smile playing on her lips. She observed that the couple was so affectionate with each other. It was obvious they had been together for a long time. Simon’s ability to be so intimate with Ruth while pretending to be deeply in love with Kate was impressive. Why didn’t Simon pursue an acting career? With his skills, he could win an award for being the best actor. George stood behind Kate; the butler couldn’t help but speak up as he watched them leave. “Ma’am, are we just going to let them go?” Kate chuckled softly and said slowly, “Of course not; the real show is yet to come. Ruth’s hand can’t be ruined so soon. If it were, it would be too simple for her.” She planned to elevate Ruth and Simon to a high position and then ruthlessly knock them down. She wanted them to experience the fall from grace, from being on top to being in the dirt. George shivered slightly at the mocking smile on Kate’s face. His madam had become more and more like his boss. George could sense the same intimidating presence in Kate that he felt from Eric. Three days later, Eric finished his business in Belford and returned to Capital City. During those three days, Kate frequently messaged Eric, sharing snippets of her daily life and bragging about how she dealt with Ruth and Simon. Even though Eric’s responses were always lukewarm, typically a simple ‘Hmm, Kate remained undeterred. She eagerly shared her updates with him. When Eric read those messages, a gentleness grew in his eyes. Kate’s presence seemed to gradually warm his heart, and he found himself yearning for her warmth. Kate… Eric’s eyes darkened as he pressed his fingers to the center of his brows. Balance: 387 +0 1 Coins 1 Pearls “Eric!” As Eric and Lucas exited the airport, Eric spotted Kate rushing towards him. She arrived with the help of George and a group of bodyguards. Her face was beaming with a smile. Dressed in white casual wear with a high ponytail, she looked both radiant and energetic. She threw herself into his arms without hesitation. Eric’s body stiffened. Instinctively, he wanted to hug her back, but he forced himself to resist the urge. Surrounded by her pleasant scent, he felt an inexplicable sense of peace. “Eric, I missed you.” Kate stood on tiptoe and whispered in Eric’s ear. Her warm breath brushed against his ear, sending tingles down his spine and carrying her scorching heat. It seemed to ignite Eric’s entire heart in an instant. A surge of heat rose from deep within him, spreading throughout his body before concentrating on a specific area in the lower part of his body. Eric gave no response. He stared expressionlessly into the distance. His earlobes flushed red, and he asked in a hoarse, cold voice, “Are you done?” Though his voice was cold and distant, the slight rasp added a hint of allure. Kate hugged him tighter and muttered, “Not enough. You were away for so many days, and you didn’t take me with you.” Eric said nothing. Eric pressed his lips together. The woman in his arms was now a soft, clingy girl. Her eyes and heart were filled with dependence on him. Lucas, George, and the other bodyguards discreetly looked away, pretending not to see the intimate scene. In their hearts, they were screaming berserkly in joy. The couple were indeed a perfect match! If only it could stay this way forever. Their boss wasn’t unloved, after all. Balance:
Chapter 86 What Did You Do to My Hands? Ruth stared venomously at the direction in which the car had driven off. She took a deep breath and hurriedly headed into the hospital with Holly. The intense burn on her arm felt like her skin had been peeled off. The area on her body where she had fallen and sustained burns now oozed pus, inflicting unbearable agony. Holly was in slightly better shape, but her skin was also red and sunburnt. Supporting each other, they turned towards the hospital. When they saw the hospital’s sign, their eyes widened in shock! Ruth was trembling with rage. This private hospital was the same one that Kate had recently reclaimed from Simon. Simon had bought it for 450 thousand dollars and then transferred it to Kate. It now belongs to the Davison Group. George had deliberately sent them here.. Ruth’s anger and hatred surged within her. She couldn’t hold back a scream before fainting. The ground was scorching hot. Holly was panic–stricken as she supported her unconscious friend. and shouted for help, “Somebody, help us! Someone has fainted!” She looked in terror at Ruth’s skin, which was already turning red where it touched the ground. If Ruth stayed there any longer, the burns would get worse. Doctors and nurses quickly rushed out of the hospital. They lifted Ruth onto a stretcher, rushing her to the emergency room. Meanwhile, at Summer Estate, Kate watched the hospital entrance through the surveillance footage. She burst out laughing at Ruth’s fury and faintness. It was immensely satisfying. She had planned all of this, intentionally provoking Ruth and Holly, trampling ruthlessly on Ruth’s pride, and driving her to madness. The angrier Ruth got, the happier Kate became. Even George couldn’t help but give his madam a thumbs–up. This entire series of actions left Ruth and Holly feeling they had been through torment, not only metaphorically but also in a literal sense. When Ruth regained consciousness, she found her arms wrapped in bandages. Burning pain accompanied every movement, scalding her palms and causing excruciating agony when she curled her fingers. Balance: 401 Ruth looked in horror at her bandaged arms and hands. How could her hands be ruined? She required them to paint and design! She was the chief designer for the collaboration project between Lowe Group and Miles. Corporation. Permanent damage to her hands would completely ruin her future. With a twisted expression, Ruth glared at the nurse. She screamed hysterically, “What did you do to my hands?!” The nurse looked at Ruth and was at a loss for words. She rolled her eyes and admonished, “What did we do? We cleaned and treated your wounds! You injured yourself, and now you want to blame our hospital?” The nurse didn’t know who Ruth was, but Ruth’s hysterical behaviour made her instinctively dislike her. With that, she turned and walked away. Ruth’s eyes were red with fury. She immediately called Simon. As soon as Simon answered her call, she started crying and complaining. Hearing her distress, Simon quickly disguised himself with a hat and sunglasses and rushed to the hospital. When he saw Ruth’s bandaged arms and hands, his eyes flashed with distress. “Boohoo! It hurts so much, Simon, Ruth whimpered. She hugged him and cried softly. Simon gently patted Ruth’s back, his eyes filling with malicious intent as he said, “Don’t cry, Ruth. I won’t let your hand suffer any lasting damage. And as for Kate that little witch, once we take over the Lowe Group, we won’t let her get away with this!” Send Gifts
Chapter 85 Donate It All Kate looked coldly at Ruth and Holly, then sneered. “It’s just a bit over 400 thousand. I couldn’t care less about such a small amount of money.” Her gaze flicked casually to the bank card on the table, her disdain clear. Kate stated, “When I give some things away, they’re gifts. When you take them without asking, it’s theft. Even though I don’t care about the money… “My belongings are mine. No one else can touch them. Now that you’ve handled them, they feel sully. Hmm… Kate pondered for a moment before looking over at George. She praised, “George, you handled this situation well. Take this card as your reward.” George looked at Kate with a calm and respectful demeanour and said, “Madam, I was merely doing my duty. If you really think about it, I made mistakes. I cannot accept a reward for something I don’t fully deserve.” Ruth’s face twitched as she silently screamed in frustration. If you don’t want it, give it back to me! Do you all despise this money? That’s 450 thousand! We had taken out high–interest loans to scrape together that amount! And now, neither of you wanted it? George glanced at Ruth with a faint smile, then said, “Madam, if I may, why don’t we donate the money instead?” Kate’s eyes lit up, and she agreed, “Great idea. Make it happen.” Ruth and Holly were speechless. Their expressions looked as if they had just swallowed something disgusting. Their hearts ached. This is infuriating! Is this the world of the rich? Are they donating 450 thousand dollars as if it’s nothing? And they didn’t even try to spare their feelings, ignoring Ruth and Holly’s effort and sacrifice to gather that money. Ruth clenched her fists. Her jealousy and resentment were boiling inside her, but she suppressed them. Ruth forced a fawning smile and said, “Kate, about this Kate calmly took out the IOU, casually tore it up, and then flicked her hand, letting the paper scraps flutter down onto Ruth. Her voice was cold and indifferent as she said, “This ends here.” Ruth exhaled sharply. It was a relief that Kate isn’t pursuing this matter any further! Although there were ways Ruth Balance: 413 + 0 1 Coine “Alright, if there’s nothing else, leave. You’re an eyesore with all that blood.” Kate’s disdainful gaze swept over Ruth, and she waved her hand dismissively as if shooing away a beggar. The pair were on the brink of losing their minds due to rage. They had to wait under the scorching sun for three hours before they could enter Summer Estate. Now, they faced expulsion without even being offered a sip of water. ame Ruth’s face took on a pitiful look as she pleaded, ‘Kate, I know I was wrong. Can you forgive me and give me another chance? Besides, the sun is so harsh today, and I… She swayed, looking as if she might collapse any second. “George, see them out.” Kate said it with disdain, then turned and headed upstairs, her tablet in hand. George’s eyes were icy as he looked at Ruth and Holly. He said, “Ladies, this way.” Ruth was seething with anger, but she didn’t dare cause a scene at Summer Estate. Reluctantly, she thanked George and left with Holly. They took her to a private hospital. The butler’s gaze was cold as he said, “My mistress is kind, so she had me bring you here to treat your wounds. Oh, and by the way, patients at this hospital get a twenty percent discount.” With that, George stepped on the gas pedal and sped away. Send Gifts 20 B
Chapter 84 Don’t Die in Summer Estate! It’s Unlucky! → +5 Pearls Holly stumbled as she stood up in a panic. She nearly fell to the ground but managed to extend a hand to support Ruth. Ruth’s face was pale, her lips cracked, and the harsh sunlight had left her weak and dazed. She grabbed Holly’s hand to stand up, but her legs gave out. It caused her to collapse back onto the ground. “Ouch!” Ruth gasped in pain. Her brows knitted together tightly. Her arm was already sunburned. She came into contact with the scorching pavement and instantly left a red mark. The searing pain made her scream uncontrollably. “Ouch! It hurts! My arm hurts so much!” Tears streamed down Ruth’s face. Holly hurriedly helped her up. Her heart ached at the sight of the injuries on Ruth’s arm, and she said in a raspy voice, “Oh no, what should we do now?” Ruth gritted her teeth and spoke in a horse voice, “We need to find Kate.” She tried to maintain an appearance of frailty, though there was no need to act; she genuinely felt weak and faint. Ruth was on the brink of passing out. The fall had left her leg bruised and her arm throbbing with intense pain. The burning pavement only added to her misery. Ruth was on the verge of breaking down. She had already endured a lot of pain to see Kate at Summer Estate. Ruth decided she couldn’t give up now. Holly was supporting the unsteady Ruth. Both of them, looking extremely dishevelled and stumbling, finally made their way into Summer Estate. Kate watched their actions coldly through the security cameras, a mocking smile on her lips. Serves them right! What normally would have been a ten–minute walk took the two for thirty minutes. When they finally reached the villa’s door, they were nearly in tears of relief. Inside, they saw Kate lounging comfortably on the sofa, yawning, and stretching. Kate noticed them as well. Stretching lazily, she frowned slightly. “Why do you look so messy?” Hearing Kate’s seemingly concerned question, Ruth immediately put on a pitiful expression. Her voice was weak and hoarse. “When we arrived, the security guard said you were taking a nap and didn’t want to be disturbed, so we waited outside.” Chapter 84 Don’t Die in Summer Estate! It’s Unlucky! +5 Pearls Kate responded with a casual grunt. She said nonchalantly, “I do get grumpy when I wake up, so I told the guard not to disturb me unless it was important. Ruth clenched her fists in frustration. Her voice was trembling with grievance. “Kate, we came to repay the money today.” Ruth pulled out a bank card and took a few steps forward before pretending to stumble and fall right in front of Kate. She fell harshly. Ruth hit the ground hard, leaving her dizzy and disoriented. “Oh!” Startled, Kate sank back into the sofa. Her tone was filled with disdain as she said, “If you’re going to die, do it outside. Don’t die at my house; it’s unlucky!” Ruth was speechless. This d*mn b*tch! Is that something that should come out from someone with compassion? Huh? Ruth had wanted to appear weak to gain sympathy, but Kate’s response completely threw her off. Ruth’s eyes were brimming with tears. She climbed to her feet. She bowed and said apologetically, I’m sorry, Kate.” With trembling hands, she handed Kate the bank card and revealed, “This card contains 450 thousand dollars. I’m returning it to you.” Kate looked at the blood–stained card with disgust. She waved her hand dismissively and said, “Fine, just put it on the coffee table.” Ruth placed the card on the table and saw Kate’s expression of disdain. Seething, she grounded her teeth and forced herself to ask, “Kate, can we settle this without involving the police? Can we just call it even?”
Chapter 83 What Else Can We Do but Wait? Holly’s loud voice and the sound of her pounding on the door echoed through Ike’s Bluetooth earpiece. Ike turned around. His face twisted in annoyance as he glared fiercely at Ruth and Holly. Without a hint of politeness, he snarled, “Why are you rushing me? What’s the hurry? Are you trying to rush to your death? Is this how you beg for forgiveness with such a rude attitude? Madam is taking a nap right now, and you want me to disturb her for two insignificant nobodies like you? “Haha, look at yourselves. Do you think you’re worthy?” Ike spoke brazenly. He had long harboured a dislike for Ruth and Holly. When Ruth had free access to Summer Estate, she often pointed her finger at Ike and cursed him. Back then, Ruth had Kate backing her up, so Ike had to endure the abuse silently, not daring to enrage his employer. Due to Kate’s favour, Holly also looked down on the security guards and acted haughtily around them. Now, with their status worlds apart and having received special instructions from Kate, Ike had no reason to be polite to them. Holly rolled her eyes in fury. She wanted to throw a tantrum but lacked the courage. Ruth’s beautiful face contorted in rage, but she managed to force a few words with a strained. smile. She asked, “Sir, could you please give this bank card to Kate? It has 450 thousand dollars on it–not a penny more, not a penny less. “I’ll give you the card, and let’s consider this matter settled. How does that sound?” Ruth made her request humbly, despite her inner turmoil. She wanted to rush over and slap Ike, and she wished she could tear Kate a apart. Why should she stand under the scorching sun at the gate while Kate was taking a comfortable nap inside? Ike’s expression turned even colder. He glared at Ruth and snapped, “What are you trying to pull? Do you think a security guard can make decisions for Madam? Are you trying to get me in trouble? Accepting this card on her behalf? If I dare take this card, I’ll be packing my things tonight.” He grew more impatient now and said, “Wait if you want to, but nobody is forcing you! If you cause me any more trouble, I’ll have you thrown out!” With that, Ike turned his back on them, ignoring them completely. Ruth gritted her teeth and felt utterly humiliated. Holly’s expression was equally grim. She lowered her voice and asked, “Ruth, what do we do? Do + Pearis we just wait here?” Ruth was livid. She clenched her fists tightly and asked, “What else can we do but wait?” No trees shaded the guard booth, so they stood in the sun. Ruth had been out there for a long time, and the intense heat was causing her arms to sting painfully. Kate… I’ll repay this humiliation a hundredfold! Meanwhile, inside the Summer Estate. Kate lounged on the sofa, sipping a cold drink and enjoying the air conditioning. She watched the surveillance feed, coldly observing Ruth and Holly baking under the scorching sun. She also witnessed their argument with Ike. Kate smirked coldly as she saw them sweat and grow increasingly irritable. This was nothing compared to the pain she endured in her past life. It wasn’t even a tenth of it! This was only the beginning. After leaving Ruth and Holly to bake in the sun for another two hours, when they were on the verge of collapse, Ike finally opened the window impatiently. He said coldly, “Madam is awake. You can come in now.” By then, Ruth was sitting on the ground in a dishevelled state, with Holly trying to shield her from the blazing sun. After roasting for over three hours, Ike’s words were like music to their ears.
Chapter 82 Are You Intentionally Ignoring Us? Kate quickly composed herself and resumed her rehabilitation exercises. After all, she hadn’t picked up a brush in three years. Although her painting skills were still decent, she needed to start afresh in design, gradually regaining her touch and inspiration. On the third day of Eric’s business trip to Belford, Holly and Ruth arrived at the Summer Estate. The two wore flattering smiles and looked very humble. “Security guard, could you please let us in? We’re here to deliver something.” Together, Ruth and Holly pleaded humbly with the security guard, Ike Newman, who was stationed at the house entrance. Ike looked at them with disdain and sneered coldly. “Here to deliver something? Shouldn’t you be returning something? Haha! Our lady, who caught you two stealing, is kind–hearted. If it were up to me, you’d have lost your hands by now.” Ruth and Holly broke out in a cold sweat at Ike’s words, but they forced flattering smiles and continued to speak humbly. “Sir, we really know we were wrong. That’s why we came to return. the items as soon as possible. Please let us in.” Ike gave them a disdainful glance that conveyed a visible repulse. He said, “Fine, wait here. I’ll inform Madam.” He retreated to his booth, leisurely pulling out his phone, but made no attempt to contact Kate. He wasn’t acting on his own; Kate had instructed him to make these two suffer a bit if they ever returned. Initially, Ruth thought Ike was genuinely contacting Kate, so she stood there, enduring the mounting irritation and resentment. They had arrived at noon, the hottest time of the day. Unfortunately, by the time they secured the loan and got the money, it was already midday. They wasted no time and rushed to Summer Estate to return the money to Kate. The pair wanted. to avoid Kate changing her mind and calling the police to send them to jail. Aside from that, Ruth wasn’t too concerned about the money now. Simon had told her that Lowe Group was planning to collaborate with Miles Corporation to launch a new design subsidiary, with Simon as the person in charge and general manager of the branch. Ruth would be appointed as the designer and participate in this project. It was said, Kate secured this opportunity for Ruth by recommending her to her brother. Balance: 1 Coins = 452 + 0 1 Pearls Chapter 82 Are You Intentionally Ignoring Us? +5 Pearls What did Kate take her for? When in a bad mood, she would confront Ruth, demanding the return of all luxury goods stolen from the storeroom, insulting and belittling her. However, she still recommended her for the new project. What was this? A carrot–and–stick approach? Ruth found Kate’s behavior utterly disgusting. Kate’s charity and pity made Ruth feel miserable. Ruth felt relegated to the dirt, while that woman consistently maintained a superior attitude. Hatred surged in her heart, and combined with the scorching sunlight, Ruth felt entirely uncomfortable. She gritted her teeth and glared at Ike in his booth. Then, Ruth approached to knock on the window and asked, “Sir, haven’t you finished informing Madam yet?” For a long time, there was no response. Ike sat with his back to them, leisurely reclining in hist chair and wearing a …. bluetooth earbuds. Ruth’s fury boiled over. She knocked harder on the glass and shouted, “Security guard!” Holly was also frustrated. She began pounding on the door and cursing, “What kind of security guard are you? Have you even notified Kate? Are you intentionally ignoring us?”
hapter 81 A Different Path ate learned about Tyne’s death from Hendrick. Her heart sank upon hearing the news. he couldn’t quite decipher the emotions flooding her heart. Was it pity? Sympathy? Relief? Perhaps they all intertwined into a complex web. Kate twirled the paintbrush in her hand, her eyes reflecting her mixed feelings. She said softly, “Everyone has their fate.” Hendrick paused for a moment, then spoke calmly, “It’s just a pity she didn’t reveal much.” To Hendrick, Tyne became his enemy the moment she betrayed him. She had admired him over the past three years, attending numerous events by his side as his secretary and solving many problems and issues. However, betrayal was unforgivable. Hendrick was someone who could never tolerate betrayal. Not only had Tyne betrayed him, but she had also orchestrated a plot against the assets of the Lowe Group. Hendrick could never tolerate that. Therefore, Tyne’s death was insignificant to Hendrick, though he did regret that she might have. had more information to divulge. Kate was momentarily stunned by Hendrick’s indifferent tone, then she let out a helpless smile. The siblings exchanged a few brief pleasantries before moving on from the topic. After hanging up the phone, Kate found herself unusually silent. Tyne was dead. This was a completely different trajectory from her past life. In her previous life, Tyne hadn’t died so early. Instead, she married Hendrick and later controlled a significant portion of the Lowe Group’s shares, becoming an accomplice to Ruth and Simon. But now … Kate instinctively felt that Tyne’s death might not be so simple. She picked up her tablet and started looking at online reports about the accident. The images showed the scene’s horror despite heavy pixelation. A car tumbling down a mountain road and bursting into flames–Tyne couldn’t possibly have survived such an accident. The accident happened suddenly. Due to Tyne’s special status, many speculated in the comment sections that the Sadler Group might be involved, thinking Tyne might have threatened their 1/2 Chapter 81 A Different Path interests, prompting them to silence her. Of course, these were just speculations. Back at the Sadler Group, Lana breathed out a breath of relief. She was worried about what Tyne might reveal, but that woman had died. +5 Pearls Tyne would disappear with those secrets, leaving no trace. Though the incident did impact her company, the investigation concluded that the accident was due to excessive speed, causing the car to skid off the mountain road. Unbeknownst to everyone, a black sedan quietly left Capital City. In the back seat lay a woman in prison garb, unconscious. The car avoided monitored intersections and slipped away unnoticed. Meanwhile, without Kate’s knowledge, security at the Summer Estate had increased significantly. The Lowe Group also discreetly sent bodyguards to protect Hendrick and the others. After pondering Tyne’s situation for a while, Kate took a deep breath. Everything has changed now. The tragedies she once faced were rewritten and avoided. She was using her abilities to restrict and punish Simon and Ruth, making them pay for their actions. So, Tyne dying at this moment wasn’t entirely surprising. The future was always uncertain. Kate’s rebirth was meant to completely rewrite the tragic future. Send Gifts 20
Chapter 80 Provocation When Eric saw the all–too–familiar tattoo, his eyes narrowed dangerously. He could barely contain the murderou intent on his face. Lucas continued, “There’s no surveillance ahead; it’s a blind spot. The transport vehicle overturned right at this location.” “Beside the three police officers in the car, there was a female prisoner named Tyne Ballard. She was a former Hendrick Lowe secretary, was responsible for the banquet scandal. The plan was to transfer her to another prison, but…” Lucas flipped the page, and it revealed a gruesome car accident scene. The transport vehicle. rolled down a hillside, instantly killing its occupants and catching fire. By the time it was found, the four bodies were unrecognizable. Tyne and the three officers escorting her all perished in the crash. If the van hadn’t been there, people might have written it off as a straightforward accident. Both Lucas and Eric knew this was no ordinary accident. Find out who Tyne really was. Eric’s voice was icy as his eyes fixed on the van. He commanded, “And track that van’s whereabouts.” Lucas showed a hint of helplessness before speaking, “Mr. Eric, it’s clear the van intentionally avoided surveillance and chose a blind spot to strike. Our men discovered the van in an abandoned repair shop outside the city, yet no evidence remained to identify the culprits. “The van’s occupants were not clearly visible. Only this partial arm tattoo was visible, which seems like… Lucas hesitated to finish his sentence. Eric sneered coldly and added, “Like someone left the car for us to find it, right?” His eyes wer “Yes.” eyes were cold, filled with rising fury and barely restrained murderous intent. Lucas bowed his head apologetically. He said helplessly, “Mr. Eric, I failed you.” It’d been over a decade since that tragic event. The tragedy back then was always a thorn in Eric’s heart. Though he never spoke about it, he secretly investigated who was behind it. Balance: 4640 1 Coins Pearls +5 Pearls Chapter 80 Provocation However, he never gave up on uncovering the truth about that fateful day. And those who nearly wiped out the Davison family vanished into the shadows. Despite Eric’s relentless pursuit over the years, their encounters remained shrouded in darkness. They knew of each other’s existence, yet neither could pinpoint the other’s true identity. Occasionally, those hidden in the dark would test the waters, attempting to lure Eric out, but they never succeeded. This time, the exposed partial tattoo was clearly a provocation and a bait. Eric’s eyes flickered with cold light as he spoke lightly, “It’s not your fault.” They had fought against each other for Both sides were extremely cautious. years. “Increase protection for the Lowes and Madam in Capital City.” Eric’s eyes flickered for a moment before he spoke. He had a gut feeling that this group was targeting Tyne. Given Tyne’s deep connections with the Lowes, despite the report stating this woman had died, who knew if it was a ruse? If Tyne were taken by those people, the first in danger would be Hendrick and Kate. Lucas’s expression became more serious, and he replied, “Understood!” He then turned and hurriedly left to make arrangements. Eric tapped lightly on the table. There was a hint of madness in his eyes, which he forcibly suppressed by closing them tightly. No … It’s not time yet. Send Gifts