All Her Secrets

Liana slunk away in frustration and curled up in a corner nearby. She couldn't fathom why she’d lost to Catherine.

She thought, “Even if she had received a good education, could it compare to growing up in the Swanns'? “How could Catherine be so successful while | can’t?” Zain fretted about Liana’s well-being and stayed close by her side.

He was also shocked by the truth.

When he heard Bryan speak of knowing a girl who was more exceptional than Liana, he thought Bryan was exaggerating or seeing things through rose-colored glasses.

In Zain's eyes, Liana was perfect. He didn’t believe there could be someone better. But upon seeing Catherine, Zain understood Bryan hadn't lied.

Catherine was not only prettier but also far more outstanding than Liana.

Sensing the constant presence beside her, Liana no longer wished to hide her emotions. “Why are you still following me? Are you not satisfied withbeing a joke? Am I not pathetic enough for you?” She snapped at Zain.

Zain was taken aback. He hadn't expected such ruthless words from the gentle Liana. However, considering the blow Liana had just endured, Zain felt he should be more understanding.

He thought maybe Liana was just in a bad mood. Everyone had their off days.

“Liana, you're an outstanding lady. You don’t need to compare yourself to Catherine, alright?” Zain’s words cut through Liana like a sharp blade, hurting her pride.

She glared at Zain with her cold eyes. Shut up! Who do you think you are? What right do you have to judge me?” Seeing the bewilderment in Zain, Liana stood and walked away from him.

In her view, Zain was such a useless man that he was utterly worthless to her. She had no use for him anymore.

Drake had been waiting outside the conference room until Catherine showed up. As soon as he spotted Catherine, he hurried over.

seeing him and looked at him coldly. “Need something? Drake wasn’t entirely sure why he had stopped Catherine. He just wanted to see

“Congratulations.” Drake felt a pang of disappointment. He was not disappointed with Catherine but with his inadequacy. He asked in a low voice, “Even if | could beat you, you wouldn't join the team, would you?” He recalled how confidently he’d invited Catherine to join the team before and even asked her to set her

that he knows how much power Catherine holds, he realizes how absurd he

have seen him as a joke back

but chuckle self-

“Wrong.” Drake looked

spoke softly, “I always keep my word.” What she promised, she would

me.” At that moment, Catherine’s faint smile seemed to have cast a spell and

| can win against you!” Catherine was the pinnacle to him, the goal he'd relentlessly

strive to challenge himself

Catherine said before stepping

he was unable to snap out

abrupt voice interrupted Drake's thoughts. Turning around, he saw Jaxton behind

firmly, “Dad, | know. I'll take her as a goal to strive for. She’s beyond reach, but I'll becbetter because of her.” Jaxton sighed in relief. Thankfully, his son had self-awareness and wasn't too stubborn. Otherwise, the Claytons and the

Branden, is a powerful figure. How could my son compete with Branden?” Jaxton had no idea about the limitations of Branden’s capabilities as the latter was

Even if they teamed up with the Spencers, they would still

Drake, Catherine

reached the door, she spotted Branden leaning against the

legs crossed, stood casually. The usually formal suit he wore had been loosened, with his tie hanging loose and a

exuded a lazy yet charming aura. Nonetheless,

surrounding him.

she grabbed Branden by