Chapter 69 How Did You Charm Her? Inside Summer Estate, Kate was taken aback when she received a friend request from Miles, whose note straightforwardly identified him. She raised an eyebrow and accepted. He promptly flooded her with messages, mostly complimenting her appearance and physique, before getting to the point: He agreed to Kate joining the collaborative project between Davison Group and his company as a designer, contingent on assessing her skills, Kate smiled faintly as she read through Miles’s messages, She had suggested this collaboration to Eric before, but his response had been ambiguous. Now, with Miles contacting her directly, it was clear Eric had given his approval. Instead of replying immediately, Kate switched to her chat with Eric and typed, “Thank you, Honey!! At Davison Group’s office, Miles, after persistent efforts, had finally acquired Kate’s contact from Eric. He sent her a detailed message but received no immediate response. Miles muttered to himself, wondering if Kate had lost interest in the designer role after all. As he pondered, Eric’s phone lit up beside him. Miles gathered his courage to check the screen, but discomfort washed over him immediately. He gazed at the chat between him and Kate with a pang of bitterness and sighing heavily. He experienced a pang of envy once again. It made sense why Kate hadn’t replied promptly–it seemed she was responding to Eric. Eric, too, noticed Kate’s message. His icy demeanor softened brielly, only to harden again swiftly. He stared at the message for a moment, then replied with a curt ‘Sure. Witnessing Eric’s indifference, Miles couldn’t help but protest, “Eric, why are you so cold to women? Is this how you win over the heart of a girl? How did you manage to charm the muse goddess?” Miles was exasperated. He had been acquainted with Erie for quite some time. When news of Eric’s marriage surfaced, he was surprised and expressed an interest in meeting Eric’s wife, but his request was denied. It took three years before Miles finally encountered Kate at a dinner party, and he was. immediately captivated. Balance 133 1 Cams – 1 Pearls Finished Miles shivered under the chilly atmosphere. He rubbed his arms indignantly but chose not to say anything further. Just as he was feeling annoyed, a message from Kate popped up on his phone. I am pleased to collaborate with you, Mr. Miles. I believe I will meet your expectations.” Miles held his phone, grinning foolishly. ‘Even if you aren’t a designer, Mrs. Davison, your figure, appearance, and demeanor are impeccable. You could model all the designs!” Kate couldn’t help but smile wryly at Miles’s message, though she felt a twinge of temptation. Being a designer wasn’t enough… If she became a model, she could capitalize on Davison Group’s prestige, which would spread quickly. Considering it, it seemed like a reasonable option. But then Kate recalled Eric’s icy glare when Miles suggested she could model. Her intuition told her that Eric might not appreciate her being in the limelight for everyone to sce. Eric had always shown possessiveness toward her, though he kept it in check. She decided to forget it. If she wanted both Summer Group and Davison Group to flourish, if she wanted to challenge Ruth and Simon on her own terms, she needed to establish her own reputation! Send Gifts 20 Balance: 1 Coins 133 +0 1 Pearls 4:17 PM |–
Category: Reborn of Kate by Isla Rainfield
Chapter 68 She’s a Designer Kate was now painting a picture of both of them together. Eric watched her every brushstroke on the surveillance feed, his gaze unwavering. As she painted, he felt something inside him slowly soften, inexplicably warmed by the sight.. Kate’s talent ensured the painting was swiftly finished. She admired the figures in the artwork- two people leaning closely with gentle smiles, which mirrored her own sweet smil Witnessing Kate’s happiness, Eric couldn’t help but feel a surge of joy himself. Her joy seemed to reflect onto him. “Oh, my goodness!” A startled exclamation suddenly broke the silence. Miles widened his eyes and hurried over to Eric, stepping as if on air. He gazed at Eric and exclaimed, “Eric, you can smile! “I always thought your face was stuck in a frown and would never show genuine happiness!” Miles was brimming with admiration, unknowingly treading into Eric’s sensitive territory. “Let me guess. It’s because of my muse because of Madam, right? You should smile more often.” Miles continued animatedly, his words flowing non–stop. Eric’s smile faded instantly, replaced by a steely look in his eyes. He stared at Miles quietly, his presence suddenly imposing. Miles’s chatter abruptly ceased. He shuddered involuntarily, swallowing the remainder of his words. Damn. It’s better if Eric smiles more. When he doesn’t, he’s too cold; he’s always emanating a murderous aura that intimidates people. Seeing Miles silenced, Eric turned his attention away from him and glanced at Kate on the monitor. She sat on the couch, giggling happily as she held the tablet and admired the painting she had just completed. Eric’s lips curved slightly once more. Miles, sensing Eric’s mood, quickly changed the topic. “Eric, do you remember my suggestion? Let Madam model for our next collaboration! It’ll be a sure hit.” Eric’s icy stare held on Miles briefly. Recalling Kate’s capabilities, he replied calmly, “Let’s leave the modeling aside for now. She’s a designer.” 1/2 “If she isn’t skilled enough, she may not be ready to collaborate as a designer and might just a model.” Eric stared at him coldly. “Her skills suffice.” His tone carried a hint of threat, his eyes narrowing with a chilling intensity that made Miles uneasy. Miles shivered, suddenly understanding. “Got it, got it! I’m sure she’s more than capable, whatever her skill level!” Eric made it clear he expected Miles to accept Kate joining the design team. Even if Kate was only a figurehead without design expertise, so what? As a top designer, he could certainly mentor her! In any case, the upcoming collaboration must feature Kate’s touch. Though Eric didn’t explicitly state it, Miles sensed it keenly. Listening to Miles, Eric’s gaze turned even colder. He watched Miles silently, leaving him to figure it out. After all, his muse would surely impress everyone. Send Gifts 20 B whose note straightforwardly identified him. She raised an eyebrow and accepted. He promptly flooded her with messages, mostly complimenting her appearance and physique, before getting to the point: He agreed to Kate joining the collaborative project between Davison Group and his company as a designer, contingent on assessing her skills. Kate smiled faintly as she read through Miles’s messages. She had suggested this collaboration to Eric before, but his response had been ambiguous. Now, with Miles contacting her directly, it was clear Eric had given his approval. Instead of replying immediately, Kate switched to her chat with Eric and typed, “Thank you, Honey!” At Davison Group’s office, Miles, after persistent efforts, had finally acquired Kate’s contact from Eric. He sent her a detailed message but received no immediate response. Miles muttered to himself, wondering if Kate had lost interest in the designer role after all. As he pondered, Eric’s phone lit up beside him. Miles gathered his courage to check the screen, but discomfort washed over him immediately. He gazed at the chat between him and Kate with a pang of bitterness and sighing heavily. He experienced a pang of envy once again. It made sense why Kate hadn’t replied promptly–it seemed she was responding to Eric. Eric, too, noticed Kate’s message. His icy demeanor softened briefly, only to harden again swiftly. He stared at the message for a moment, then replied with a curt ‘Sure. Witnessing Eric’s indifference, Miles couldn’t help but protest, “Eric, why are you so cold to women? Is this how you win over the heart of a girl? How did you manage to charm the muse goddess?” Miles was exasperated. He had been acquainted with Eric for quite some time. When … Read More “Reborn of Kate Chapter 68” »
Chapter 67 The Painting Eric deliberately avoided her, but Kate seemed unfazed; she continued to message him, urging him to take care of himself. Despite Eric’s current aloofness, her feelings towards him remained unchanged. With no reply from Erie, Kate put her phone aside and turned to her tablet. She began reading news updates about Davison Group and their collaboration with Miles‘ international jewellery design firm. Their latest venture focused on innovative jewellery designs. Reflecting on this, Kate realised she hadn’t picked up a paintbrush in three years. After reviewing Miles‘ products, she made a decision. Holding the tablet, she started sketching. Despite the rustiness from neglect, her innate talent shone through. While many in Capital City viewed her as a mere socialite, she overshadowed Lana during their academic years. But Kate had married Eric right after university before she could make a name for herself. Since then, she has been confined to Summer Estate. Despite her efforts, she couldn’t break free. Over time, outsiders began to forget her, seeing her merely as Eric’s pampered wife. But was that really the truth? Certainly not. Kate had a natural gift for jewellery design and painting, evident since university. However, Simon’s manipulations had diverted her attention, keeping her talents hidden from the world. In her past life, she had innocently provided design sketches to Simon, who profited greatly from them while falsely attributing them to Ruth. Those two… were parasites draining her! In her previous life, she willingly shared designs with Simon, unknowingly helping him amass wealth to challenge the Summer Group! But it wouldn’t happen again in this life. She would never again share any design sketches with them. Kate’s hands were steady as she sketched, carefully detailing each aspect. Three years later, she resumed painting. Her first subject… was Eric. She painted with utmost seriousness. While Eric typically exuded a cold demeanour, often dressed in cool tones, Kate portrayed him differently this time. Despite his usual indifferent expression, he was bathed in sunlight in a warm yellow shirt in the Balance: 156 1 Coins 1 Pearls His typically distant demeanour appeared noticeably softer. With careful strokes, Kate applied the final colours, smiling with contentment at her artwork. This painting was a collage of her memories, finally assembled to portray Eric with a touch of warmth. Kate studied the painting, lost in thought. When will I manage to completely win Eric over and gain his unconditional trust? Meanwhile, in his office, Eric had been monitoring the surveillance footage from Summer Estate for a long time. Initially hesitant to pry into Kate’s affairs, he couldn’t resist checking the cameras upon receiving George’s update. There she was, seated on the couch while deeply absorbed in painting, her expression serious. Intrigued, he continued observing. He hadn’t anticipated that she would be painting him. Upon completion, she regarded the painting as if it were a cherished treasure, her eyes reflecting tenderness and fondness. Eric observed as Kate set the painting as her wallpaper and then prepared a new canvas. Send Gifts
Chapter 66 Eric Might Be Avoiding Me Holly and Ruth’s decision to seek a loan didn’t catch Kate off guard. After all, how else could they gather the 540 thousand to repay her? The 450 thousand they lost due to the private hospital had already drained their funds. Although they had benefited subtly from her before, they had used that money to buy a mansion and live lavishly, leaving Ruth with no savings. Simon had invested everything in his company and couldn’t produce the money, hence the sale of those luxury items for 450 thousand. But it was their own doing. Kate’s eyes narrowed, and then she chuckled softly. “As expected. Well then… Let’s have some fun with them.” George nodded seriously. “Alright!” He promptly left to execute Kate’s instructions. The Summer Estate villa fell silent once more. Kate glanced at the time; it was already noon. She took out her phone, her expression softening. She texted Eric. ‘Eric, did you have a good. lunch?‘ After a while without a response, Kate wasn’t discouraged. She dialled Eric’s number directly, but it rang for some time without an answer. Kate frowned slightly, ended the call, and dialled Lucas instead. “Hi, Madam, Lucas answered promptly with respect. Kate got straight to the point. “Where’s Eric?” Lucas glanced at Eric, who sat behind his office desk, emanating a cold aura, holding his phone. Lucas hesitated briefly. How should I respond? Before Lucas could reply, Kate continued, “He skipped breakfast this morning. Make sure he eats more at lunch.” “Understood,” Lucas responded quickly. He asked cautiously, “Madam, do you have any other instructions?” He had his phone set to speaker. He saw Eric’s expression briefly soften upon hearing Kate’s voice. “Mmm…” Kate paused momentarily, then spoke gently. “Tell him to take care of himself and not push himself too hard. And tell him to come home for dinner tonight.” Lucas glanced at Eric, who shook his head dismissively. Quickly grasping the situation, Lucas. 1/2 Chapter 66 Eric Might Be Avoiding Me responded, “Madam, Mr. Eric is currently in a meeting and has upcoming business trips. scheduled. He won’t be able to return to Summer Estate for a while.” Finished Kate’s grip on the phone tightened momentarily. A fleeting sadness flashed through her eyes, but it was swiftly replaced by her soft tone. “Please take good care of him.” Lucas rubbed his nose, nodding solemnly. “Of course, Madam.” The call ended promptly. Lucas watched Eric cautiously and spoke hesitantly, “Mr. Eric, you…. He stopped himself under Eric’s icy stare. Never mind. I won’t ask. It’s not my place to inquire about Mr. Eric’s personal matters anyway. That would be crossing a line. Still, Lucas couldn’t shake the thought. Why is Mr. Eric avoiding Kate now? Didn’t their relationship seem better at the banquet? Why the sudden change? “Prepare for my business trip tonight to Belford,” Eric said coldly, giving Lucas a brief glance. Lucas hesitated briefly, then replied promptly, “Yes, sir!” Eric wasn’t scheduling the trip to avoid Kate; it was crucial for a business collaboration in Belford. that required his direct involvement. However, he also needed time to sort out his own emotions and understand Kate’s current intentions. Back at Summer Estate, after ending the call, Kate forced a bitter smile. I can sense that Eric might be avoiding me. But why? Just because he hurt me during a moment of loss of control? She knew well that Eric’s behaviour had changed after witnessing those marks on her neck.
Chapter 65 I Can’t Go to Jail Ruth and Holly were ignominiously expelled from Summer Estate. The surveillance footage from the storage room was retrieved, clearly capturing Holly sneaking in and out multiple times, taking numerous items. Kate had them sign IOUS and pressured Ruth and Holly to return everything they took intact or compensate in cash. The total amounted to 540 thousand! They had a week to return the items or the cash. Otherwise, all the luxury items taken from Summer Estate would need to be returned. Before, Ruth could have returned all those luxury items, but now… She had already sold off most of them to cover Simon’s company losses! Kate claimed she was showing leniency due to their long–standing friendship by setting this deadline. If they managed to come up with the money within seven days, she might drop the matter. If not, she would call the police. Thinking of Kate’s distant and cold attitude from her position of power, Ruth wanted nothing more than to lash out at her! She felt like she had been tricked. It’s probably all Kate’s plot! Since when did that b*tch become that smart? I can’t believe she played me! Ruth seethed with anger, glaring fiercely at Holly and accusing. “It’s all your fault! Why did you have to be greedy and take her things? She must have set us up!” Holly was enraged by her daughter’s harsh accusation. “You said Kate was dumb and that she didn’t care about the things Eric gave her! How was I supposed to know not to take them? Now that we’re in trouble, you want to blame everything on me?” Ruth stared coldly at Holly, her eyes filled with determination. 540 thousand! Where on earth can I find that kind of money now? If I can’t come up with the money, I’ll have to go to jail, and I can’t let that happen! Ruth’s thoughts raced urgently. She couldn’t help but grasp Holly’s hand and whisper urgently, “Mom, what if we get a loan? We have to cover this gap at Kate’s place first, no matter what.” Holly was momentarily stunned, as she was still processing. Ruth persisted. “Let’s stabilise things with Kate first. Do you want that b*tch to send us to jail?” Balance 179 1 Coins= 1 Pearls Chapter 651 Can’t Go to Jad Finished Ruth grinned coldly, moistened her lips, and, in a persuasive tone, said to Holly. “Listen to me, Mom. If we do this…. Kate wasn’t interested in how Ruth and Holly planned to cover their tracks. She only knew that meddling with her belongings would have consequences. “Madam, our performance just now was quite convincing, right?” The group of servants and guards gathered around, smiling as if seeking approval from Kate. You all did well.” Kate smiled warmly. After ejecting Holly and Ruth, the icy demeanour on her face melted away. Standing nearby, George observed Kate’s now approachable demeanour with a mixed expression. He found it increasingly hard to read this young woman. Which of these personas is the real Madam? But today, she deliberately tricked Ruth and Holly, seizing the opportunity to kick them out of Summer Estate–it’s quite impressive. And decisive. Just like Mr. Eric! Could it be that, after three years with Mr. Eric, she’s starting to resemble him more? Buzz… George’s phone vibrated suddenly. He checked the message, then a cold smile spread across his face. He looked at Kate with admiration and said, “Madam, you were right. Those two are planning to take out a loan!” Send Gifts
Chapter 64 Returned Within Seven Days As soon as Holly heard this, she trembled uncontrollably, almost losing her balance. Her face turned ghostly pale, and she exclaimed in disbelief, “That’s impossible! I didn’t take those things. Someone must have set me up!” Holly’s voice was desperate, and the moment she cried out, two bodyguards approached and pushed her down onto her knees. Holly struggled to break free, but their grip was too tight; she couldn’t escape. “Madam, please believe me. I didn’t steal anything!” Holly was on the verge of panic. I didn’t take anything at all. How could those items have ended up in my room? Someone must have a vendetta against me, trying to frame me! “Last time, you were caught stealing, and now we have evidence. How dare you still deny it!” One of the guards behind Holly shouted coldly, tightening his hold. Holly cried out in pain. She tried to resist, but in the midst of her struggles- Clang! A sharp sound echoed. Something had fallen from Holly’s pocket to the ground, catching everyone’s attention instantly. Upon seeing what it was, Kate erupted in fury. “You still claim you’re innocent?!” She grabbed a nearby cup and threw it forcefully at Holly. The cup struck Holly’s face, causing her to cry out in pain. It then shattered on the ground, sending glass shards flying towards Ruth. Unfortunately, a piece of glass cut Ruth’s leg. “Ahh!” Ruth screamed in pain, holding her wounded leg. As she crouched down, a ruby necklace slipped. out of her pocket. The gold bangle and ruby necklace lying on the ground stunned everyone. George quickly picked them up, his face turning pale. “So it was you two who took these items! Guards, search them!” The guards acted promptly. They securely held Ruth and conducted a thorough search. They discovered several pieces of jewellery on both women–small and inconspicuous, yet extremely valuable. This solid evidence confirmed their guilt. Ruth’s complexion turned pale. She hadn’t expected Kate to authorise such a search, let alone Balance: 191 191 + 0 1 Coins 1 Pearls “Ruth, I’m so disappointed in you,” Kate said coldly, her expression filled with disgust and disappointment. “Do you think it’s fun to fool me?” Ruth’s face lost color. She stuttered, attempting to explain herself. “Kate, please listen! I had no other choice… You don’t understand. Simon’s investment project suffered huge losses. We couldn’t cover them, and…” She wanted to mention the contract, but knew it had to remain confidential. Frustrated, she continued. “Kate, you have so many luxurious possessions. I thought taking one or two wouldn’t matter to you. But if Simon’s company loses its funding…” Tears welled up in Ruth’s eyes, and Simon’s name slipped out repeatedly. Kate sneered, “Then why didn’t you just ask me directly? Don’t you think I would have helped Simon through this crisis?” Ruth choked up. She no longer knew how to justify herself and felt on the brink of losing control. Kate, that b*tch! Why did she suddenly decide to audit the storage room? And why did Summer Estate have to be robbed at this moment? Everything I’ve worked so hard for is now crumbling! Kate’s expression hardened. “I have no need for dishonest friends. And as for servants who resort to stealing and deceiving, Summer Estate can do without them! “George, escort them both out and ensure they never return to Summer Estate! “And make sure every item they took from me is returned within seven days and documented.” Kate’s icy gaze bore down on Ruth and Holly, her returned within seven days, I won’t hesitate he filled with resolve. “If they are not Send Gifts call the cops!” 20
Chapter 63 Search Them One By One Ruth’s expression soured after Kate’s remarks. She certainly wouldn’t slap herself ten times as Kate demanded, but seeing George holding a stack of receipts, Ruth felt uneasy. Could George really find something incriminating in those receipts? Ruth currently had a few small yet expensive items on her, and together with what Holly had, it could amount thousands, maybe even 100 thousand! George worked swiftly through the receipts, having been the one to create the mess himself. Hist memory was excellent, and he handed Kate a list of missing items respectfully. “Madam, these receipts detail the missing items. Please take a look.” Kate scanned through them, her expression darkening. “What? So many items are missing?” George held a thick pile of receipts, about twenty or thirty sheets in total. Holly and Ruth exchanged worried glances, suddenly flustered. They didn’t expect George to identify so many items! Does George really keep every receipt? How else could there be so many? Kate’s eyes turned icy. “Very well. Gather everyone from Summer Estate and search them one by one.” At the mention of searching, Ruth and Holly’s faces turned unnatural as they silently cursed. What’s Kate up to? She used to turn a blind eye to these things before and ignore everything Eric gave her. Why the sudden change? The servants of Summer Estate were quickly assembled. Kate’s cold gaze swept over them, her voice slightly hoarse. “Anyone who took something from the storage room, confess now, and your punishment may be lighter. If you don’t turn yourself in and get caught during the search… Kate didn’t finish her sentence, but her tone was threatening. The servants of Summer Estate immediately began to speak up. “Madam, even if you offered me a fortune, I wouldn’t dare touch your belongings!” “Yes, Madam, I’m innocent. Feel free to search!” “Madam, you can search as thoroughly as you like–whether our persons or our quarters. I haven’t taken anything of yours!” Amidst the clamour of voices, Kate let out a cold snort. “Who’s to say you’re telling the truth? George, have them search each room methodically.” At the mention of searching rooms, Holly’s face soured momentarily, but she quickly composed Balance: 204 +0 1 Coins 1 Pearls Despite getting caught previously, she hadn’t dared to hide anything in her room this time. They wouldn’t find anything there, for sure! Ruth glanced subtly at Holly. Noticing her lack of reaction, she breathed a small sigh of relief. The guards conducted their search swiftly. In less than half an hour, they returned. One of them, with a serious expression, handed Kate a designer handbag. “Madam, we found this missing bag. in one of the rooms. It contains necklaces, bracelets, perfumes, and more!” Kate’s expression darkened. She took the bag and inspected its contents, her gaze sweeping over the assembled servants with a smile that didn’t reach her eyes. Her voice turned colder. “Who took this? Step forward.” The servants glanced at each other but remained silent. Holly’s heart skipped a beat inexplicably. She had a sinking feeling. Kate is probably just trying to intimidate me. I can’t panic now! Thus, Holly stood firm in the crowd, unmoving as she struggled to maintain her composure. “No one wants to confess? Don’t say I didn’t give you a chance,” George interjected icily, standing beside Kate and fixing a sharp stare directly on Holly. “These stolen items were found in Holly’s room!” Send Gifts 20
Chapter 62 No One Can Help Him! Kate’s expression soured as she surveyed the disorderly scene. She glared at George and commanded in a chilly tone, “Why are you just standing there? Go check if anything’s gone. missing!” George hastily agreed and began bustling around with his team. Ruth’s eyes gleamed at the sight of the luxurious items strewn across the floor. She glanced at Kate and remembered her earlier words. Stepping forward eagerly, she offered, “Kate, let me help. tidy up too. Sorting through all this stuff will take some time, and I’ve got nothing urgent to do anyway.” Kate had a reclining chair brought over and now rested in its shade beside the storage room. Upon hearing Ruth’s offer, she nodded faintly. Ruth immediately smiled, thrilled to join in organising the luxury items inside the storage room. Ha, she’s so naive! I thought I’d need to persuade her to let me help, but it was easier than expected. She wasn’t offering to help out of kindness; she saw it as an opportunity to pocket a few things. Kate had no idea what was in there! They had just spent a fortune on acquiring that private hospital, and now, with this perfect chance, Ruth wasn’t going to let it slip away. She needed to make it worth her while! Not only Ruth, but Holly also quietly slipped items into her pockets. Both appeared respectful as they tidied the luxury items, secretly stashing away smaller ones. George had long noticed Ruth and Holly’s actions, but he pretended not to see them. He said. nothing, swiftly cleaning up the mess with his team. Meanwhile, Kate lounged on the reclining chair, coldly observing Holly and Ruth’s discreet moves. These two idiots… Take it all. The more, the better! Whatever they take now, they’ll have to repay later, but at a cost. With everyone pitching in, they managed to restore the storage room to its original cleanliness. within half an hour. “George, check Eric’s list to see if anything’s missing,” Kate casually instructed after the cleanup. George respectfully replied, “Will do.” Then he pulled out a stack of receipts from his bag at the same time. Balance: 216 1 Coins- Pearls. Chapter 62 No One Can Help Him! Kate herself had only discovered this recently when George caught Holly in the act. Upon seeing the receipts George produced, both Holly and Ruth were immediately taken aback! How could there be receipts? Didn’t Kate say she never kept track of what Eric gave her? We’ve never been caught taking anything from Summer Estate before, considering how many luxuries Kate has. Even if she lost one or two items, she wouldn’t notice. Who would have guessed there would be such a thick pile of receipts! “George, let us help you with that.” Ruth promptly stepped forward, smiling at George as she reached for the receipts in his hand. “It’ll take you ages to check out all the stuff here.” “No one can help him!” Kate’s voice rang out from outside. She sat upright, her gaze icy as she fixed it on George, filled with discontent. “Eric entrusted you with managing the estate. Is this how you manage? How could you not even notice when there’s a thief in such a crucial area as the storage room!” “No matter how many items there are, today you must inspect everything yourself, meticulously. Anyone who dares to ask for me to let you off or offer to help will have to slap themselves ten times!” Send Gifts 20 Balance: 216 +0
Chapter 61 Laugh Now, but You Won’t Be Laughing for Long Ruth observed the mark on Kate’s neck with a glint of satisfaction in her eyes, though she feigned concern as she glanced at Kate, gasping. “Oh, dear! Kate, what happened to your neck? It looks serious!” She tried to get a closer look as she spoke, but Kate quickly pulled up her collar to conceal the bruise, showing annoyance on her face. “Why all the drama?” Kate’s voice was raspy, adding to her unpleasant expression as she maintained a serious demeanour. Ruth found Kate’s irritation amusing, and she was secretly pleased when Kate was upset. Ha, serves you right for provoking Eric! Why didn’t he just throttle you? Ruth thought spitefully, yet she appeared worried as she asked, “Kate, did Eric lose his temper over the contract? He’s so intimidating. How could he treat you this way?” Kate remained silent, adjusting her clothes with a cold expression. Ruth thought Kate was controlling her emotions well, but she noticed the changes in her eyes. Laugh now, but you won’t be laughing for long. Kate’s gaze turned frosty. Righ then, George abruptly entered the room, looking anxious as he addressed Kate. “Madam, something’s wrong! The storage room has been robbed!” Kate frowned immediately. “What?” Ruth, too, was taken aback as she uttered somewhat incredulously, “George, are you kidding? Who would dare steal from Summer Estate? They must be looking for trouble.” George subtly glanced at Ruth, silently mocking himself. Ha, that thief must have guts, swaggering in here like this. Kate’s eyes turned cold, her voice a bit rough as she asked, “What’s missing?” George hesitated. He appeared conflicted for a moment before gritting his teeth and explaining, “Madam, I’m not sure, but the storage room is a mess; it’s clearly been rummaged through… Maybe you should inspect it yourself and figure out what’s been taken. Kate impatiently replied, “How would I know what’s in the storage room? All the things Eric gave me over the years have been piled up there. How am I supposed to remember everything?” Holly’s eyes subtly brightened, then she exchanged a glance with Ruth discreetly. When Ruth caught her gaze, she immediately understood. Balance: 228 1 Coins = 1 Pearls: Chapter 61 Laugh Now, but You Won’t Be Laughing for Long Kate hesitated, then glared at George. Hmph, useless.” She adjusted her collar and stood up, heading towards the door. Finished “Kate, let me help you,” Ruth said with a reassuring smile as she eagerly took hold of Kate’s arm and guided her out. George lowered his gaze, avoiding looking at Kate. Only after Kate and Ruth left together did he steal a glance at Kate’s departing figure, feeling unsure. Ah, Madam’s performance just now was really convincing. I almost believed her! Suppressing the cold feeling in his heart, George quickly followed behind Kate. The three of them walked towards the storage room together. The storage room was situated on the ground floor, adjacent to the servants‘ quarters. As they approached the storage room door, Kate furrowed her brow. Inside the storage room was a mess, with clothes, jewellery, bags, and perfumes scattered around. It indeed appeared to have been ransacked! Send Gifts 筒 20
Chapter 60 Delivered to Summer Estate Inside the room. Kate gazed at her reflection in the mirror, delicately touching the bruise on her neck with a calm expression. Yet, she remained calm, devoid of any emotion. Compared to having my tongue severed and being pushed off the Starlight Tower, this pain is nothing. She noticed Holly discreetly snapping a photo of her. She knew that Simon and the others would swiftly repurchase the private hospital and sign the transfer agreement. They wouldn’t risk it. With Eric’s ruthless reputation, Simon wouldn’t jeopardise his future and life. As she pondered, Kate’s phone chimed. Glancing down, a sardonic smile played on her lips. Simon had sent a snapshot of the transfer agreement, transferring the private hospital to Kate’s name, and inquired where to send it, promising a swift delivery. Casually, Kate replied: “Have Ruth deliver it to Summer Estate. After sending the message, she sat upright with a glint of coldness in her r cycs. Though she didn’t particularly want Ruth setting foot in the Summer Estate–just the thought of her would make her physically ill, even inciting the desire to tear her face apart–but if Ruth didn’t show up, how could the drama unfold? Watching alone would be too boring. It was better to invite Ruth over to watch together. Upon receiving Simon’s message, Ruth was seething. Who does this little wretch think she is? A delivery girl? How dare she order me to deliver the contract to the Summer Estate! Does she think I am her servant, at her beck and call? Despite her reluctance, Ruth suppressed her anger, mindful of Eric’s tactics. No, when I visited the Summer Estate, I had to extract some benefits from Kate! With determination, Ruth retrieved the contract from Simon and drove to the Summer Estate. Perhaps Kate had informed the security guards, as they allowed Ruth to pass without hindrance. Upon seeing the renovated Summer Estate, a tinge of envy crossed Ruth’s eyes. Why does Kate get to live in such a luxurious villa area? Previously, at her instigation, the Summer Estate was in disarray, far from a high–end villa area. Yet now, the landscaping in Summer Estate was impeccable, with various roses blooming in the garden, looking remarkably beautiful. Elegant, luxurious, and extravagant. Balance: 239 + 1 Coins 1 Peer! 1 Pearls Chapter 60 Delivered to Summer Estate “Ruth?” Finished As Ruth entered, Holly’s eyes widened in surprise. She respectfully announced. “Madam, Ms. Robertson is here.” Kate emerged from the room, her neck concealed with makeup to conceal the bruises, albeit still visible. She had changed into a high–necked shirt to obscure most of the marks. Despite her efforts, the purplish bruise on her neck was noticeable. Ruth’s gaze lingered on Kate’s neck briefly before diverting her attention. Feigning a smile, she said, “Kate, Simon asked me to deliver the contract to you.” With a “Hmm,” Kate adjusted her collar and took the contract from Ruth. She glanced at it a couple of times before casually tossing it on the coffee table and clearing her throat awkwardly. Her voice still sounded hoarse. After all, Eric’s grip had been quite strong, causing injury to her vocal cords. Send Gifts 20 Balance: