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.

wasn’t entirely sure why

your shooting speed.” Catherine gave a faint smirk and replied casually, “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

he knows how much power Catherine holds,

thought Catherine must have seen him as a joke back

but chuckle

him like this, Catherine responded, “Wrong.” Drake looked

always keep my word.” What she promised, she

beat me.” At that moment, Catherine’s faint smile seemed to have cast a spell and instantly ignited hope in Drake’s lonely

I'll strive for it. | hope for a day when | can win

strive to challenge himself and

it!” Catherine said

and he was unable

voice interrupted Drake's thoughts. Turning around,

| 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

thought, “Disregarding Catherine's excellence, her fiancé, Branden, is a powerful figure. How could my son compete with Branden?”

a match for the Duncans. Even if they teamed up with

Drake,

door, she spotted Branden leaning against

he wore had been loosened, with his tie hanging loose and a few buttons on

lazy yet charming aura. Nonetheless, he captivated everyone's attention like an

slowly and was irritated by the gazes surrounding

she grabbed Branden by his tie and dragged him