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Chapter 113

After Lindsay ran away, Blake’s calm expression instantly vanished from her face. She pursed her lips and did not speak. She was so angry that her body trembled slightly. It took her a while to calm down.

She apologized to Olivia. “It’s my fault. I didn’t teach her well.”

As Blake said this, her gaze was filled with regret, her face full of apology. Olivia did not mind. Instead, she comforted Blake, saying, “It has nothing to do with you. You’ve only been taking care of her for a few years. Besides, you haven’t spent much time together.”

Upon hearing Olivia’s words, Blake felt somewhat relieved, but the guilt still lingered on her face. “Ultimately, it’s all my fault. I’m not capable enough.”

Olivia leaned back, resting on the sofa with her attractive, long legs lifted and casually draped over the sofa. She exuded a lazy charm.

There was also a hint of mischief in her demeanor.

She did not say anything. Instead, she raised her gracefully contoured chin slightly, gesturing for Yanis to comfort Blake.

Upon receiving the order, Yanis hurried forward and sat down before Blake, patting her shoulder. He said, “It’s not your fault. We know you’re in a difficult position. Lindsay has a special status. Moreover, she is older now. She has her own ideas, and it’s not easy to teach her.”

Olivia had been listening with her head slightly turned. At first, she didn’t pay much attention, but when she heard the phrase “special status,” she raised an eyebrow subtly and asked, “What’s her background?”

Yanis quickly explained, “Lindsay’s grandfather is the head of Healix Pharmaceuticals. Although Healix Pharmaceuticals is also a part of the Smith family’s business, Mr. Isaac doesn’t hold much stock in it. The real power lies in Lindsay’s grandfather’s hands. The Smith family isn’t a conventional family but more of an interdependent relationship. To put it simply, Healix Pharmaceuticals is no longer connected to Mr. Isaac. It’s the loyalty and support of the Smith family members that they keep referring to him as the family head.”

Blake continued, “Lindsay’s original name was Sally Smith. She was given the name Lindsay to signify her role as the right hand to the next head of the Smith family. Healix Pharmaceuticals is influential, and with their

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support, your position as the family head would be more secure.

At this point, Blake’s tone turned somber. “Lindsay isn’t a bad person. She’s just been spoiled by the family. She’s a bit delicate and has a bad temper. I’m sorry you’ve had to endure this.”

Blake genuinely felt sorry for Olivia. Initially, Olivia didn’t have to concern herself with the affairs of the Smith family. She didn’t have to shoulder these responsibilities, However, the Smith family needed her to take on their burdens.

Olivia wasn’t greedy for the wealth of the Smith family. It was that the Smith family desperately needed her.

Without Olivia, the Smith family would be in dire straits.

In the 21st century, society increasingly valued individualism, power, and freedom. Hence, it was exceedingly difficult for the traditional Smith family to survive.

Most kingdoms in history fell apart after a couple of centuries. A clan like the Smith family was even more vulnerable.

As time passed, changes in circumstances affected many things, causing what was once considered exclusive or high–status to decline.

By the time it reached Isaac’s generation, the situation was already one of struggling and being unable to muster sufficient strength. The members. of the Smith family were scattered all around the world, with a significant number having emigrated abroad.

The reason they referred to Isaac as the head of the family was twofold. On one hand, it was a matter of habit, considering some of the older generations were still present. They inherently respected ancestral traditions and felt a sense of belonging to the Smith family.

On the other hand, Isaac possessed exceptional medical skills. Everyone would eventually fall sick one day. Even if someone didn’t experience illness, their family and friends might have. Hence, it would do them good to befriend a renowned doctor.

This was why Isaac insisted that Olivia should study medicine. The Smith family would continue to respect and rally around her only if she possessed excellent medical skills. This would unify the Smith family and keep them strong.

After all, when it came to Lindsay’s generation, they were all young and rebellious, seeking freedom and unconventionality. They cared little

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about traditional family values. They even found it bothersome when relatives visited during family gatherings and were reluctant to entertaint them.

Some of the young people in the family had received education abroad and felt no attachment to the Hushe Republic, let alone the Smith family.

How could these young people possibly support the head of the family?

Only the successor who took up the mantle of the Smith family had incomparable strength, exceptional wisdom, and profound medical skills to subdue these headstrong and unruly young individuals.

Among all people, only Olivia could achieve all of this.

Others simply couldn’t.

In the past, Gillian always felt that her grandfather was favoring Olivia over her and Jarron by intending to pass on the leadership of the Smith family directly to Olivia. In reality, it wasn’t Isaac showing favoritism, but Gillian and Jarron had inadequate medical skills and couldn’t uphold the Smith family.

Blake advised Olivia to be more patient with Lindsay and gave her guidance. Of course, she would also pitch in a little help.

Olivia leaned against the sofa. She tossed the remains of an eaten apple into the trash bin with an indifferent expression. Calmly, she said, “Ms. Blake, why make things difficult for yourself? She’s just an assistant. You can replace her if you want.”

Upon hearing this, Blake paused for a moment. She anxiously said, “Miss Olivia, Healix Pharmaceuticals is very important, and Lindsay isn’t bad. She just has a strong personality.”

Olivia didn’t pay much heed to Blake’s advice. She squinted and seemed to be a little sleepy. She said unenthusiastically, “Tell her to leave. I don’t

want to see her!”

“Miss Olivia!” Due to her excessive emotion, Blake’s voice became somewhat sharp.

She walked over to Olivia’s side, looking anxious. She said, “I know Lindsay isn’t the best, but you need to give her a chance. I believe she’ll improve in the future. The most crucial thing is Healix Pharmaceuticals. She…”

Before she could finish, she was interrupted by Olivia, who yawned and looked tired.

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She had been performing treatment on Isaac these few days, which took a lot of effort. She had not slept properly for days.

It was noon, and the warm sunlight shone on her body, making her feel a little sleepy.

Olivia remained an indifferent expression. She did not care about the significance of Healix Pharmaceuticals mentioned by Blake. She also didn’t want to explain much. However, she respected Blake and didn’t want to see her distressed.

She explained, “Ms. Blake, you need to understand one thing. Healix Pharmaceuticals relies on the recipes of the Smith family, not the other way around. There’s no logic in subordinates threatening their master.”

With a touch of coldness in her tone, she continued, “If Healix Pharmaceuticals doesn’t want the recipes, the Smith family can just give them to someone else. In this vast country, are there no other pharmaceutical companies?”

Both Blake and Yanis were shocked and stared at Olivia, unable to speak for a moment, but their emotions were churning within them.

They had underestimated her!

At this moment, the two looked at Olivia and had only one thought in their minds. Indeed, only Olivia could sustain the Smith family. Only she could be so dominant.

It was because she truly had the capability.

Many companies were after the licensing for her neurodrug that had won the Lasker Award. Besides, Olivia was still young, and her potential was limitless.

She wasn’t begging others to gather around the Smith family. She was the shining beacon herself. With her presence, the Smith family had a powerful centripetal force because everyone in the Smith family knew that following Olivia meant they would have benefits.

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Olivia took an afternoon nap. When she woke up to do a bit of reading, she received a phone call from Andrew.

“Olivia, sorry for calling now. Am I disturbing you?” This little guy was exceedingly polite.

Olivia pressed the phone to her ear and listened to the child’s soft

breathing. She felt her heart soften. She fiddled with the ballpoint pen between her fingers and spun it in a beautiful circle. She asked, “Andrew, why are you calling? Is something the matter?”

Upon hearing this, Andrew looked up and stared at Daniel.

Daniel raised his eyebrows and glanced at him.

Seeing that his father had no intention of leaving, Andrew walked to the other side of the room with the phone. He stood a little further away and said softly and shyly, “Olivia, I miss you.”

Before he could finish speaking, a scarlet blush spread over his cheeks. They resembled the gorgeous red petals of roses.

So he missed her, was it?

Hearing the child’s innocent and sincere words, Olivia felt an

indescribable sweetness. It was like she had candy in her mouth. The sweet taste spread to her heart.

She replied, “I miss you too. Can I treat you to something to eat tonight?” “Okay!” Andrew immediately agreed. He ran to his father’s side and tugged at his sleeve. He said excitedly, “Olivia invited me to dinner.” Daniel glanced at his son. With a light turn of his well–defined and slender fingers, he scooped the phone from Andrew’s chubby hand into

his own.

Then, he placed it by her ear and said calmly, “Olivia.”

Olivia felt goosebumps all over her as the low, dulcet tones of a man’s voice crept into her ear. His voice reminded her of a cello’s tunes.

She smiled and held the phone with her beautiful fingers. Her fingertips were extremely white under the bright light, almost transparent.

“Yes,” she whispered back.

Neither of them spoke, but the tension was palpable. It manifested itself. in the thick static thrumming through the phone.

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After a while, Daniel said, “I know a private restaurant. It’s delicious. I’ll pick you up later”

He lowered his eyes and placed a slender arm on the armrest. His sleeves were slightly rolled up, revealing a thin but muscular wrist. The silver watch around it was low–key but appeared to be luxurious.

Alright. Olivia nodded. Her long and slender legs fell to the ground, and her lovely, hooded eyes were open in rapt attention.

The restaurant Daniel was talking about was in a quiet corner of the bustling city. It looked very ordinary and did not have many customers. When passing by, one would think that it was an unopened restaurant.

However, the truth was revealed when they entered the restaurant. After passing through a dark corridor, they entered the main hall, where loaded dishes sat atop tables.

Soon, a waiter came over and took Daniel’s coat and Olivia’s bag.

Olivia looked around and thought this place was quite interesting. It was perfectly hidden in a corner of the city. No one would notice it unless they were looking out for it.

“Why don’t I see the restaurant’s name anywhere?” Olivia asked. Daniel helped Olivia into her chair. When he heard this, he said indifferently. The Smith Cuisine Hall.

The Smith Cuisine Hall?” Olivia leaned back in her chair, her narrowed in deep thought. “What an interesting name.”

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Seeing that Olivia was interested, Daniel added, “This restaurant is famous for its medicinal cuisine. It’s not an ordinary restaurant and doesn’t receive many customers.”

Medicinal cuisine. Olivia nodded and soon turned her attention to other things.

Andrew liked this place very much. He sat beside Olivia and whispered endlessly to her. He told her that he loved the pig trotter soup here very much. It was delicious.

The dishes here were indeed fantastic, especially the cold cucumber

soup.

It tasted fresh and sweet. More uniquely, it was devoid of the usual bitter medicinal taste.

Just as they were leaving after dinner, the waiter suddenly came over. “Please wait for a moment. The head chef will be here in a while.”

The head chef?

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Olivia was a little surprised. Usually, guests requested a meeting with the head chef if the food was good so they could thank him. No head chef had ever taken the initiative to meet the guests.

Just as she was wondering, a gentle–looking and beautiful woman walked over. The woman was very young, only in her twenties. She wore a white chef’s hat, tightly binding her hair. Not a single strand of hair fell outside.

However, her tight outfit did not affect her appearance at all. Instead, she stood out from the crowd in a good way.

The woman did not seem to notice Olivia. Her gaze was fixed on Daniel as if he was the only person in the room.

“Daniel,” the woman greeted with a gentle smile. A gleam appeared in her eyes, and she said coquettishly, “Why didn’t you say anything when you decided to drop by today?”

Andrew knew this woman. As soon as she approached, he called, “Aunt Cynthia!”

“My dear Andrew.” The woman’s eyes curved into crescents. “Did you miss your Aunt Cynthia?”

Andrew was an honest child. He shook his head when he heard that. “I’m sorry, Aunt Cynthia. I didn’t miss you.”

The woman was amused. She pointed at him and said, “Andrew, can’t you say something nice to coax me for once?”

Andrew tilted his head in embarrassment and walked to Daniel’s side. “Daddy, I want to go to the washroom.”

Daniel swiveled the chair around and bent his long legs. His gaze was indifferent. “Go and find the waiter to help you.”

“No.” Andrew was shy and grabbed his sleeve tightly.

Daniel did not have much patience. Just as he was about to lift Andrew and throw him to the waiter, he met Olivia’s. gaze.

Daniel froze. He thought about how he had treated Andrew. When Olivia regained her memory in the future, she would be taking revenge for the

poor guy.

He plastered a gentle expression onto his face and nodded at Olivia before bringing Andrew to the washroom.

Only Olivia and the woman were left at the dining table.

After Daniel left, the woman slid shamelessly into his seat. She even

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picked up the eup he had used to drink a glass of water. Then, she looked up at Olivia provocatively. “I know who you are.”

Olivia looked at the cup and did not say anything.

The woman continued, “You’re the missing daughter of the Taylor family, the one who disappeared 18 years ago. Do you know why Daniel is with you?”

Before Olivia could answer, the woman continued, “Because you came from a good family and are compatible with him. However, you were lost for 18 years and were raised in poverty. That’s why you’re timid and don’t understand the games the wealthy play. You’re simple–minded and can take care of Andrew.”

She sighed. “Speaking of which, Daniel is impressive. He found someone so compatible with him. Both your background and your identity are flawless matches for his.”

These words were hard to hear. The woman was insinuating that Daniel was with her because she was weak and easy to control.

This person was really good at riling up others and sowing discord. Unfortunately, Olivia did not fall for it.

She lowered her head and took a sip of the cucumber soup. Then, she looked up and said indifferently, “This soup isn’t good.”

As soon as she finished speaking, the woman was instantly enraged. She slammed her palm on the table, her eyes burning with fire. She stared at Olivia and said in a dangerous tone, “What did you say?”

“Can’t you hear me?” Olivia slowly put down the spoon. Her long eyelashes caressed her cheek slightly as she wiped his mouth with a napkin. Then, she repeated calmly, “I said that this soup is not good.” Her voice was low, but because her voice had an attractive quality and was unusually penetrating, almost all the guests around heard her words. They turned in shock and looked at her in disbelief.

Someone said that the cucumber soup at the Smith Cuisine Hall was not good!

This was the signature dish of the Smith Cuisine Hall!

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Olivia’s remark was akin to a drop of water hitting a sizzling hot pan of oil. It created an immediate and explosive reaction, scattering shock and surprise throughout the room.

Gasps, murmurs, and startled expressions spread like wildfire through the crowd.

Diners who frequented the Smith Cuisine Hall were affluent people, including many influential businessmen. They held the cuisine in the restaurant in high regard.

They especially loved the restaurant’s signature dish, seared salmon with herbed couscous, a nourishing and delicious dish.

Some customers consumed the dish to regulate their bodies and found it to have excellent effects on their health.

They immediately frowned when they heard Olivia’s comment that the dish was not good. However, they did not want to say anything unpleasant due to their high standing in society. It was apparent that they were displeased. Their expressions conveyed an unspoken consensus of disdain for her.

The more outspoken customers mocked, “What an ignorant girl. Where did she come from? How dare she criticize the food at the Smith Cuisine Hall? What a joke.”

“She’s just trying to seek attention by pretending to be knowledgeable about the food in the Smith Cuisine Hall. She wants to prove that she is different to attain a fleeting moment of fame. She doesn’t know anything

at all.”

Some of them glared at Olivia. “This woman is not bad–looking. She’s probably a mistress. Her sugar daddy must have brought her here. She thinks she can behave arrogantly just because she has a rich man as backing.”

“That must be it. Such a woman only knows how to sell her body. She is lacking in social manners and doesn’t know how to appreciate the food at the Smith Cuisine Hall.”

Soon, the discussion became more heated. They ignored Olivia and continued to comment at the top of their voices.

In the beginning, the head chef, Cynthia Brown, was infuriated at Olivia’s

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unfavorable comments about her food. When she heard what the crowd said, she felt vindicated. A self–satisfied smirk appeared on her face.

She sat back in her chair and tapped her index finger knuckle on the table. The chatter gradually subsided as a hush fell over the crowd. Cynthia looked at Olivia with contempt. “Ms. Taylor, is this your first time here?”

Olivia nodded. This was indeed her first time at the Smith Cuisine Hall. Cynthia regarded Olivia with a disdainful glare. “This must be the first time eating this dish. Am I right?”

Olivia did not nod. She leaned back in her chair and folded her arms, looking calm.

Cynthia frowned. She sensed an extraordinary yet familiar aura from Olivia. Her indifference and confidence were very similar to Isaac, whom she revered.

However, she swiftly dismissed that thought. Isaac was a renowned doctor who was well respected by the rich and powerful. How could she compare someone like Olivia to him?

Cynthia shook the thought away and refused to entertain that notion. She must be overthinking.

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After gathering her thoughts, she looked icily at Olivia and sneered, “It’s no surprise since you are raised with a lowly upbringing. You didn’t up in the Taylor family. You’re used to plain, home–cooked meals. How dare you criticize the delicacies here with your unrefined palate? Who do you think you are? Are you fit to eat the food here?”

She stood up and looked down at Olivia arrogantly. “An unsophisticated like you are not worthy to eat the dishes in the Smith Cuisine Hall. Guys, remove all the dishes. Also…”

She paused and looked at Olivia with a spiteful gleam in her eyes. “Hang a sign at the door stating that Olivia Taylor and dogs are not allowed to enter this place.”

After saying that, the crowd instantly burst into laughter. Someone even applauded Cynthia. “Chef Brown is really clever. That’s right. This is how we should deal with crude people like her. I agree with Chef Brown. Going forward, all hotels under my name will bear the same sign as Chef Brown’s restaurant.”

“Me too. I’ll do the same.”

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“Count me in.”

The atmosphere in the dining hall became more intense. In just 15 minutes, more than 10 restaurants and hotels indicated they would hang the same sign as the Smith Cuisine Hall.

Just then, Daniel returned to the restaurant. He was holding Andrew’s hand. When he first stepped into the restaurant, his eyes widened, as if he had stumbled upon something utterly unexpected and baffling.

He was wearing a meticulously tailored suit of an Italian artisanal brand. The lightweight fabric clung to his body, outlining his impeccable physique. His strong and sensuous body emanated a hint of restrained allure.

The restaurant’s slightly dim lights fell upon his face, accentuating the contours of his exquisite features. His appearance was peerless, akin to a celestial being.

Daniel did not say a word. Immediately, everyone’s attention turned to him when he entered the restaurant.

At that moment, the people who rallied together and proclaimed that their restaurants and hotels would bear the same sign as the Smith Cuisine Hall fell into a hushed silence. Their expressions shifted from audacity to apprehension in an instant.

They had forgotten that Daniel was the one who brought Olivia to the

restaurant.

Some of the more frightened customers turned pale at the thought of how powerful Daniel was. They regretted attacking Olivia with their malicious remarks.

There were also customers who were unfazed by Daniel’s appearance. They regarded Olivia as some lowly mistress and were confident that Daniel would also treat her with disdain when he saw her true colors,

Someone spoke up from the crowd, “Mr. Sullivan, who is this woman you brought here? She’s so ignorant and has the cheek to criticize the signature dish of the Smith Cuisine Hall. It’s such a disgrace.”

That person then started recounting what happened to Daniel. He repeatedly made disparaging remarks about Olivia, portraying her as a despicable person.

Daniel looked unperturbed, but his gaze became intense as if he was holding back his emotions. An icy aura enveloped him, seemingly on the brink of devouring those around him.

The more perceptive customers detected the subtle change in Daniel’s expression and curried out of the restaurant without taking their coats. They did not want to be consumed by his fury.

Indeed, Daniel was on the verge of losing his temper. His expression tightened.

Just as his temper was about to erupt, Olivia quickly held his hand and pulled him to his seat. “Sit down. Why are you standing?”

Daniel turned to look at her, his expression instantly turning gentle.

Cynthia witnessed how the entire scene played out and darkened her gaze. She tapped her fingers on the table twice to catch Daniel’s attention. “Daniel, your taste in girls seemed to have gotten worse. You are mingling with all sorts of people, regardless of their status.”

She was making an insinuating remark.

Daniel frowned when he heard what Cynthia said. “Cynthia, there is a limit to my patience. Don’t test my patience.”

A hint of surprise flickered in Cynthia’s eyes, and she immediately changed her attitude. From her previous air of haughty composure, she suddenly looked dejected and sad. There was a tinge of self–mockery on her face.

“Daniel, we’ve known each other for almost ten years. Are you going to condemn me without asking me what happened?”

She lowered her gaze with a trace of choking emotion lingering in her eyes. With a quivering voice, she said, “You should know how seriously I take my culinary skills. She humiliated me today by criticizing my food. I was just trying to uphold my dignity. If you insist on judging me, so be it. I admit it’s my fault. She can say whatever she wants.”

She then gave Daniel an imploring look before turning around to leave. She walked away, looking vulnerable and downcast

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Cynthia had perfected this move of retreating in order to advance.

Not only did she lower her head in front of Daniel and act pitifully to make him feel guilty towards her, but she also created an image of herself being infatuated and forbearing in front of everyone.

As the successor of the Smith Cuisine Hall, she must master excellent culinary skills, but her character, image, and conduct were also of great importance.

As expected, seeing Cynthia like this, some customers, who were anxious for justice, soon could not stand it anymore and criticized Daniel.

“Are you still a man? How could you treat Chef Brown coldly without forethought? Do you know that it was the woman beside you who started it? She was the one who bullied Chef Brown!”

The man was filled with righteous indignation. As he was a small business owner, not at the level of Daniel, he did not know Daniel at all.

When Cynthia heard this, a trace of smugness flashed across her eyes. She lowered her head, pretended she was hurt, and was about to dissuade the man. “There’s no need to say anything. It’s all my fault. I made Ms.Taylor dissatisfied. I’m not good enough at cooking.”

As she spoke, she smiled sadly. It seemed like she was self–deprecating and helpless at the same time. “I didn’t expect that anyone could actually insult me although I have learned how to cook for 20 years. My hands. were covered in scars and all nights were spent learning culinary skills. and I won many competition gold awards.”She muttered in a low voice,

After she finished speaking, her body trembled slightly as if she could not take it anymore.

In this spacious and antique–looking hall where she stood, her figure looked so slender as if she was a delicate and weak flower that couldn’t withstand the violent wind, which made people pity her.

Finally, no one on the spot could stand it anymore.

“Mr. Sullivan, you have to be reasonable. Everyone here knows who’s right and who’s wrong. You can’t bully Chef Brown just because of your status and her feelings for you!” An old man frowned as he said.

“A man’s magnanimousness lies in his open mind and clear distinction between right and wrong. We don’t have the right to judge who you like

and we won’t care. But if you don’t know what’s good for you and take advantage of Chef Brown’s feelings for you to bully her, such a weak woman, we definitely won’t tolerate it, even if we’re weak and can’t compare to the Sullivan family!”

From the beginning until now, Olivia had been sitting on the chair leisurely. No matter how everyone discussed and slandered Daniel, she didn’t react. It was only when she heard the old man’s words that she slowly looked up.

Her clear and light gaze sized up everyone and then she chuckled. Hearing her laughter, everyone was stunned and furious. This woman was really arrogant. At a time like this, she still dared to laugh. She really did not take everyone seriously.

The old man was even more determined and he directly questioned. “What are you laughing at?”

Olivia casually placed her left arm on the table and her right elbow on the tabletop. Her fingers casually pointed at the camera in the corner of the ceiling. Her voice was faint, which seemed to be mocking, but also seemed to be stating the truth.

“Are you bullying me because you have the advantage in numbers? I didn’t do anything from the very beginning. I only said a few words. Don’t tell me that I don’t even have the right to judge the dishes as a customer! Or are you bullying people overbearingly and you don’t allow others to have different opinions? Don’t allow others to say that the dishes are not good? There are cameras here. They record it very clearly.” As she spoke, her gaze wandered slowly and indifferently toward Cynthia.

Feeling Olivia’s gaze on her, Cynthia felt a chill in her heart for some reason. She suddenly had a bad feeling and wanted to stop Olivia from speaking.

However, before she could stop her, Olivia had already started. “The top chefs did not stop the diners from judging the food. They even humbly asked the diners what they were dissatisfied with. I don’t know where this Chef Brown came from. She can’t stand a single judgment!”

Olivia paused for a short while and then her tone suddenly became sharp. Her aura completely changed, as if a thousand pounds were pressing down and a storm was coming.

She glanced at everyone coldly. “Everyone here prides themselves on

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being righteous and is anxious to stand up for justice when I only judged the soup and not the person. I didn’t even say anything overboard, nor did I slander Chef Brown herself. But you directly attacked me, slandered me, maliciously speculated about me, and even distorted the truth. What a strong and unyielding righteous person!” She said in a disdainful tone. These words were like a downpour, instantly waking everyone up. Whether it was the old man or the man who spoke first, all of them. blushed and were extremely embarrassed. After all, Olivia had only said This soup is not good, while they, who prided themselves on being righteous, had spouted all kinds of dirty words and even said that Olivia and dogs were not allowed to enter.

How ridiculous!

Most of them were rational and immediately reflected on themselves when they heard what Olivia had said.

However, some stubborn people refused to admit it.

“What right do you have to say that the soup made by Chef Brown is not good?” They questioned and asked Olivia.

Olivia was puzzled, her long and narrow phoenix–style eyes widening in confusion, her pupils clear like a clear spring.

She was very puzzled. “This soup is not good itself.” The heat was too high and one of the ingredients had been added too late. Besides, there was a little too much salt… It was simply contradictory everywhere. Couldn’t they tell?

The interrogator seemed to have caught Olivia in the act and laughed proudly. “Look, you admit it, right? You deliberately found trouble with Chef Brown. You’re just a bad person who bullied her. Chef Brown was the winner of the golden award in the last National Chef Competition. Seared salmon with herbed couscous is the signature dish of the Smith Cuisine Hall. Everyone who has tasted it liked it. Moreover, this soup is good for health. You said that the soup is bad for no reason, and you still dare to say that it’s not slander!”

Upon hearing this, Olivia was even more baffled. She frowned as if she was surprised. “This soup is indeed not good. Can’t you tell?”

The interrogator sneered. “Which part did it taste not good? I think you’re making trouble on purpose!”

Cynthia’s expression was also unchanged. Although she wanted to show weakness in front of Daniel, it did not mean that she could tolerate

others criticizing her culinary skills.

She learned how to cook when she was a child and was her master’s proudest disciple. She was also the future successor of the Smith Cuisine Hall What right did Olivia have to say that her soup was not good?

At this point, she was already furious. She didn’t care about Daniel that much. She only wanted to make things clear with Olivia.

She took a step forward and looked at Olivia with a serious expression. “It’s not that I didn’t accept the criticism. Indeed, my culinary skills can’t compare to my Master’s, but that doesn’t mean that anyone can humiliate me and criticize me!”

Cynthia looked cold, and her tone was firm. She completely put away her pretense of being delicate and weak and looked straight at Olivia. She just wanted to defend herself.

If you really think the soup is not good, then point it out, so that I’ll be convinced

As soon as she finished speaking, the crowd cheered. Everyone was impressed by her boldness and felt that this was the style of a famous chef. She was neither servile nor overbearing. She was totally upright in her temperament.

She faced up to the criticism but at the same time deserved praise.

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The circumstances changed and everyone stood in favor of Cynthia. They believed that diners were qualified to taste and judge the dishes, but they could not judge blindly and spout nonsense. If you felt that the soup

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Olivia looked up and did not say anything.

Andrew was still young and did not know these things, but his mind was sharp and smart. He could sense that the atmosphere was unusual.

The little boy jumped off the chair and ran to Olivia. He hugged her arm to comfort her.

Olivia had got tired of all the quarrels today. She was unwilling to get involved at all. She had retorted previously only because Cynthia had gone too far.

But now, backed with her little one’s comfort, boundless power suddenly rose in her heart.

If she still flinched before challenges as usual and was unwilling to defend herself, then others would think that she was spouting nonsense.

Olivia did not care about other people’s opinions at all. Other than a few family members, she did not care about anyone else in her life.

However, things were different now. She cared about Andrew’s thoughts. She did not want to leave a bad impression on him.

Thinking of this, Olivia carried Andrew on her lap and asked him softly, “Do you think that seared salmon tastes good?”

Andrew felt that it was delicious, but he was determined to stand on the same side as Olivia.

Hence, he tilted his head and thought for a moment before replying, “It doesn’t taste good. It’s too salty.”

Olivia’s eyes lit up. She did not expect the little boy to be blessed with a sharp gustation.

“You’re amazing!” Olivia scratched his little nose.

Andrew was a little shy. He lowered his fair and tender little face, but his heart was blooming at Olivia’s praise.

He was also awesome.

Since he was so capable, did Sister Olivia like him more?

Stop it Cynthia sneered. Her gaze was mocking. “Don’t hide behind a kid.

Olivia ignored Cynthia’s sarcasm. Instead, she hugged Andrew and

recalled. “Andrew, did you feel good when you took the first sip, but feel sweet after swallowing it all

Andrew nodded. ‘Yeah. That’s sweet.

Olivia petted his soft head. “It shouldn’t be just sweet. It should be a faint sweet. It seems to be sweet, but actually, there should be a slight difference. Because two of the ingredients were added in the wrong order, the taste is wrong as a result.

Hearing this, Cynthia was shocked. She didn’t watch her cooking. How could she know? That’s impossible.

When she chose to make seared salmon with herbed couscous, she heard that Daniel would be here, so she was a little distracted and added the ingredients in the wrong order. At that time, she was flustered, but when she took a sip later, the taste was not much different and nobody could not discover it. Only then did she feel relieved.

Even the assistant in the kitchen didn’t know about such an accident. Why Olivia could find it?

Olivia continued speaking. “There’s still one more ingredient that hasn’t been put in for too long, so it tastes a little bit tense. Or the taste would be better.”

She talked as if she was having a class with Andrew. “Seared salmon with herbed couscous is reputed to be good for health, but health doesn’t mean a bad flavor. However, because it’s not cooked properly, this dish lost its original taste as it should be.”

Olivia pointed out every shortcoming of this dish one after another and made an explanation for the causes,

Andrew’s eyes widened as he listened with earnest attention. He kept exclaiming. So this dish was not a good one.

However, the color drained from Cynthia’s rubicund face bit by bit. Her complexion was extremely pale, and she felt like standing on the verge of à cliff, about to collapse.

Some of the drawbacks that Olivia mentioned were known to her, while others were exactly what she was unaware of. Because this was how her

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master had taught her, she did not know whether Olivia was right.

However, there was no denying that this soup was indeed not good enough.

She lowered her head, too ashamed to speak. She lost her wits and had no idea how to react to Olivia’s comments.

Cooking was her life. She would not tolerate any blasphemy against this sacred career. She did not want to lie, but she did not dare to admit that Olivia was right and embarrass herself in front of Daniel.

Her heart was torn apart in a tumult of feelings. She didn’t know what to

say.

Before she could make a decision, someone spoke up for her. It was an old customer. His tone was mocking. “Stop pontificating on cooking as if you’re an expert in cuisine. Seared salmon with herbed couscous is an exclusive specialty created by the Smith Cuisine Hall. It’s not available anywhere else. It’s not a normal dish that you can enjoy at other restaurants. Be humble!”

“That’s right,” the other diners echoed one after another. “We’ve come here quite a few times, but we didn’t find any difference at all.”

People’s support gave Cynthia courage.

This dish was indeed not perfect, but it was not as worthless as what Olivia claimed. There were several flaws that she had never heard of. Her master had always been cooking it in the same way.

That so–called reasonable faint sweet theory was simply made up by Olivia.

It was probably because she had a sensitive tongue so she could taste the subtle differences in taste.

At the thought of this, Cynthia’s heart was filled with boundless courage. She looked at Olivia with a faint smile and said in a mocking tone, “I didn’t expect Ms. Taylor to be talented in making up stories and telling nonsense in a logical way as if you’re a connoisseur. You almost deceived all of us.”

Her tone changed as if she could not bear to expose Olivia. “However, it’s a pity. This dish is the Smith Cuisine Hall’s secret recipe. Only we know how to cook it. Ms. Taylor doesn’t even know how to make it, right? So how dare you to talk bullshit here! Shame on you!.”

The customers all echoed. “That’s right! Shame on you!”

“Look at her pretentious face. I have to admit that she’s an amazing actress. If it weren’t for the fact that this is a secret dish, we might really have been fooled by her.”

“Ms. Taylor graduated from the Film Academy, right? She really knows

how to act.”

Everyone laughed at Olivia with mockery.

Cynthia lowered her eyes and flicked her sleeves as if she did not care about Olivia at all. “Since you came here with Daniel, as long as you apologize to me today, this matter will be over. I will forget it and never pick it up again.”

“Chef Brown is so magnanimous!” The old man praised.

Then, he turned to Olivia and frowned. “Ms. Taylor, hurry up and apologize. Chef Brown is a decent person. She is giving you a chance. Don’t be stupid. Hurry up and make an apology. There are so many people here watching you”

Olivia did not even look at him. It was as if he was a dog barking on the roadside. Instead, she lowered her head and touched Andrew’s head. Her expression was blank. “That’s weird. When did seared salmon with herbed couscous become a secret recipe? When did it become the Smith Cuisine Hall’s exclusive dish? The recipe was supposed to be open to the public.”

As soon as she dropped her words, all the customers burst into laughter. Cynthia looked displeased. “That’s nonsense! What are you talking about? Stop messing around here.”

“I’m messing around?” Olivia suddenly narrowed her eyes and looked at Cynthia with a piercing glint.

She was on the verge of anger.

She chuckled. “What a surprise. Seared salmon with herbed couscous, a dish I created, had become someone else’s secret!”

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These words were like a thunderclap that struck the ground, causing everyone present to be shocked.

Cynthia was flustered. Her fingertips trembled crazily. It took her a while to stabilize her emotions, but she still maintained her composure.

That’s impossible!

She suddenly looked up. There was a storm starting in her eyes. That’s a violent, surging, and raging storm. She was extremely shocked.

Somehow, Cynthia felt that Olivia was just lying and boasting. However, for some reason, when her gaze met her indifferent and cold eyes, her entire body stiffened.

Olivia was just a lost daughter that the Taylor family had just found. She heard that she was not treated well and nobody respected her. Judging from her appearance, merely 200 dollars could buy all her wearing from head to toe.

How could such a person have tasted the Smith Cuisine Hall’s signature. dish? As for creating this dish, that was even more ridiculous!

In Cynthia’s eyes, Olivia’s words made her look like an ignorant, complacent, and shameless woman. But there was a strange aura around her. She was indeed a calm, magnanimous, and noble person.

It was as if she was born to be dignified, and there was honorable blood flowing in her body.

It made people instinctively believe her and submit to her.

Other diners present also had the same feeling. Previously, Olivia was silent. They picked up the side of Cynthia.

But now, Olivia was sitting leisurely on the chair with a relaxed and unrestrained posture, with a trace of indifference in the corners of her

eyes.

They started to believe that such a dignified woman would not embarrass herself through lying.

Cynthia suddenly became the underdog because the diners‘ opinions were wandering.

At this moment, a tall man with fierce eyes walked over from the kitchen.

The moment they saw him, the customers became excited and said,

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Chef Hopkins! Chef Hopkins is here!”

Charlie Cynthia also turned to look at the man in a daze. Her voice was low, with a hint of guilt and dependence.

Charlie nodded at Cynthia and patted her shoulder comfortingly. Then he turned to Olivia with a disgusted expression as if he had seen something dirty.

He glanced at Olivia coldly and did not speak. Instead, he looked at Daniel. His tone sounded respectful, but there was dissatisfaction in it “Mr. Sullivan, are you here to make trouble?”

He didn’t deign to talk to Olivia. “She was just a so–called Ms. Taylor who couldn’t provide any resources. The Taylor family did value her at all” thought he

Charlie was not often in the Smith Cuisine Hall. He had his ownI

restaurant in Evervale. It was the top of Evervale’s catering industry Ne everyone could book a seat there. The customers all came from the upper class.

He maintained close connections with all the bigwigs in Evervale so he was well–informed. He knew that Samuel and Amelia were sick of this

ninvited daughter and even wanted to chase her out.

Olivia was crowned as Ms. Taylor, but that only remained in name. didn’t have any connections or wealth. Even an illegitimate child deserved more attention.

“She must play some dirty tricks to get close to Daniel.

“Hmph!” thought Charlie as he sneered.

Men loved beauty. When they were free, they would find some girls to have fun. However, once it involved their fundamental benefits their women lost value instantly and would get dumped like mash.

Cynthia was too silly. Daniel was the one who could have an equat to communicate. Olivia was just a nominal toy for him. If she got ang with her, she would embarrass herself

He had to talk to Daniel. Charlie did not believe that Dawned

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Thinking of this, Charlie became even more confident. At the water he looked at Olivia with despise

Unexpectedly, Daniel sneered. “Make trouble“*

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crack a nut with a hammer. It’s just a restaurant. I don’t have to be present to make trouble.

He was in favor of Olivia.

Charlie narrowed his eyes as shock appeared on his face. He never expected Daniel to be so disrespectful.

At the thought of this, fear flashed across his heart. His thoughts changed. It took him a while to think of a solution. He forced a smile and maintained his posture. “So, please obey the rules of the Smith Cuisine. Hall and have a match with Cynthia.

“To be honest, not everyone is qualified to compete with Cynthia. However, Ms. Olivia was brought here by Mr. Daniel. I think that’s a respect to you.” He paused and turned to everyone present. “And hope all the guests can be the witness.”

After saying that, he walked up to Olivia and extended his arm politely. “Ms. Olivia, please.”

Olivia was holding her phone and doing something. When she saw Charlie coming over, she slowly looked up, her innocent eyes filled with confusion. “What should I do?”

As soon as she finished speaking, everyone immediately burst into laughter.

“She must be afraid, right?”

“That’s for sure. She was so eloquent just now and made herself look somebody capable. In the end, she cowers at the idea of the competition. How embarrassing it is!”

“Yeah! It’s so embarrassing. And she even plays the fool.”

Upon hearing this, Charlie’s eyes flashed with pride. He said in a mocking tone, “Ms. Olivia, are you afraid?”

Afraid of what? Olivia really didn’t know what was going on. She was looking at her phone just now and didn’t pay attention to what he said.

She raised her phone with her fair wrist and explained calmly, “I’m sorry, I was looking at my phone and didn’t hear you.”

“Wow! You’re playing with your phone. That sounds so reasonable. What a decent excuse!” Everyone was teasing, “You can play with your phone even on such an occasion? Stop it! You’re a liar!”

Someone even jeered, “You said you’re looking at your phone, so tell me what you’re doine on it

Olivia lowered her eyes. Her thick eyelashes covered the thoughts in ber eves, and she exuded a casual and cold murah.

Seeing that she did not speak for a long time, Charlie became impatieN and raised his voice. Ms. Olivia, please. Since you’re the one who comes here to cause trouble, don’t drag it out, and don’t give us such andcolous excuse! If you were really playing with your phone just now, clarity yourself”

Olivia curled her lips, and a wisp of sharpness flowed out from the corners of her eyes. It seemed to be a nonchalant look but was also filled with a penetrating power.

She repeated the question. “Do you really want to know?”

Her casual tone made Charlie feel enormous pressure.

He frowned and suppressed the frustration in his heart. “Ms. Olivia, don’t stall for time.”

“Alright.” Olivia sighed softly with a helpless expression. She waved her phone. “You can check Twitter’s trendings. The second topic.

She looked down at her phone and shook her head as she spoke. No, it’s number one now.”

As soon as she finished speaking, everyone was stunned for a moment. Then, they quickly took out their phones and clicked Twitter.

The old man was old–fashioned and did not know much about these new things. He did not know how to do it, so he turned his head and looked at his son’s phone.

His son opened Twitter and checked the trendings.

The first was “How to Cook Seared Salmon with Herbed Couscous“!

Millions of people were engaging in the discussion.

The third trending topic was “Nutritionist Verified the Recipe“!

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“How is that possible?” When Charlie saw the trending topic on Twitter, he was dumbfounded. In an instant, the blood seemed draining from his face, leaving only a pale and lifeless countenance.

He rubbed his eyes twice, unable to believe what he was seeing, but no matter how many times he rubbed his eyes, the trending topic remained. Charlie, in disbelief, took a few steps back, his lips trembling as he looked at Olivia with a gaze filled with shock.

Cynthia did not even glance at her phone. Seeing Charlie’s strange expression, she took a step forward and looked at the phone in his hand. When her gaze fell upon that line of text, her whole body shuddered, including her teeth, which began to chatter incessantly.

She was not just surprised, she was terrified. She struggled to control her emotions, snatched the phone from Charlie’s hand, and with trembling fingers, looked at the trending topic and the comments below it, shaking her head repeatedly.

She couldn’t accept all of this. She believed the seared salmon with herbed couscous was a recipe written by Isaac. How could Olivia know about it? Hang on! She suddenly seemed to realize something, her body trembling like a leaf, and she looked at Olivia in shock.

Gillian, Jarron, and Olivia… Cynthia suddenly recalled that the three of them all shared the same teacher of traditional medicine, Isaac. So, could it be that Olivia was the person Isaac had been talking about? In that instant, Cynthia felt her scalp go numb, goosebumps forming on her skin, and her temples pulsating in pain. It was over. She was really in trouble if Olivia was the one mentioned by Isaac.

The astonishment of the diners present was no less than that of Charlie and Cynthia. They all stood there in a daze, looking at the trending topic in disbelief. One moment they looked up at Olivia; and the next, they lowered their heads to check the trending topic. It felt like their worldviews were being completely reshaped.

The seared salmon with herbed couscous was truly created by Olivia. This fact was mind–blowing! They were witnessing this incredible scene in person. One excited young man could not contain himself and let out a shout as he quickly logged into his Twitter account, saying, “Oh my god, we’re witnessing this firsthand. I need to post it on Twitter right away.

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Is Che Smith Cher Sell As The diners exclaimed in amment revesti on the entrance. After all, Tracy was a

owned chef who had even won an international golden award and had been Shemous for decades Charlie and Cynthia were nothing compared to her

Seeing Track, the diners all showed great respect, but the incident they bad experienced was just too bizarre, and they all wanted to know the muh,

The elderly man who had previously stood on Cynthia’s side because he selt that Olivia had gone too far in disrupting the restaurant. However, the situation had now evolved to a point where it had completely exceeded his comprehension. He did not know whom to believe. But out of respect for Tracy, he earnestly asked. “Chef Smith. I’d like to seek your advice. What’s the story behind the closely guarded secret, the seared salmon with herbed couscous at the Smith Cuisine Hall?”

Tracy gently patted Cynthia’s hand to calm her, then turned to the elderly man with a mild and clear tone, saying, “It’s not a big deal.” Then, she explained with finesse. “It’s just a storm in a teacup. We’re all close to each other.”

Being close to each other? This statement left everyone dumbfounded. Seeing this. Tracy lightly chuckled, walked up to Olivia, and spoke in a gentle and affectionate tone, “You must be Olivia mentioned by Isaac Olivia raised her eyebrows, squinted her eyes, and then suddenly smiled, addressing Tracy by her first name.

Tracy was taken aback. She hadn’t expected Olivia to remember her. The last time she had seen Olivia was over a decade ago when the lady before her was only seven or eight years old. It had been so long, yet Olivia still had a memory of her. Regardless, the fact that Olivia remembered her indicated that there was room for reconciliation.

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Tracy had been informed about the events at the Smith Cuisine Hall by the restaurant manager on the phone, so she knew the details. The diners were even more puzzled when they saw the two parties recognizing each other. What was going on? How did they go from arguing to addressing each other so warmly?

Tracy explained to the onlookers, “I apologize for the confusion. This soup is indeed exclusive to the Smith Cuisine Hall, and it’s true that Ms. Taylor created it. However, Cynthia has never met Ms. Taylor, which led to today’s incident. It’s our fault for not handling the situation properly. This meal is on the house, consider it my treat.”

In a few words, Tracy clarified the situation and then invited Olivia to have a private conversation in the back room. Olivia leaned back in her chair, holding Andrew’s hand. Her expression was indifferent as she casually shook her head, saying, “I won’t trouble you now. I have other matters to attend to.”

Tracy was taken aback by Olivia’s refusal for a moment, but she quickly adjusted her demeanor and smiled warmly and affectionately at Olivia. “Alright, you have your own matters to attend to. Visit us often, and we’ll have plenty of time to talk.”

Olivia nodded, her expression cool, but her gaze softened when she looked at Andrew. “Let’s go,” she said, turning to Daniel.

Throughout this time, Daniel had been quite reserved, with a cold and distant demeanor, as if he did not want to get involved. He left the stage to Olivia, but he immediately responded when she needed him.

“Alright.” Daniel stood up and adjusted Olivia’s collar, speaking affectionately, “Ok, Olivia.”

Afterward, he held Andrew’s hand and turned to Cynthia, his expression as calm as water. “Goodbye, Chef Brown.” His stance was firm, and his attitude was clear.

Cynthia seemed to want to say something but hesitated. However, Daniel acted as if he hadn’t seen anything, turning away nonchalantly.

As they walked out of the Smith Cuisine Hall’s door, Olivia suddenly turned her head and glanced at Daniel, teasingly. “Did you see that just now? She wanted to say something to you but then held back.”

“What?” Daniel looked innocent as if he did not understand. “What did you say? Did you want to say something to me?”

This man could certainly shift the conversation. If it weren’t for him,

Cynthia wouldn’t have come looking for trouble. Looking at the man with his striking and attractive face, Olivia suddenly felt a tightness in her chest and a suppressed frustration that was difficult to express. Hmph, how could one be so attractive like this?

In the Smith Cuisine Hall.

After Olivia and the others left, Tracy’s previously gentle and affectionate expression instantly turned cold, like a frigid winter wind that chilled the heart and lungs.

“Chef?” Cynthia was taken aback, unconsciously calling out, “What’s wrong with you?”

Tracy’s eyes were ice–cold, and her expression was frigid. She took out her phone and dialed a number. “Gillian, it’s me. You said the seared salmon with herbed couscous was your exclusive recipe. How does Olivia know about it? She even claims to have created it herself?”

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When Gillian received a call from Tracy, she was in the middle of seeing a patient.

Since she was a child, she, Jarron, and Olivia had learned traditional medicine together from Isaac. However, when she went to college, she switched to modern medicine and specialized in pediatrics. Due to her exceptional medical skills and gentle nature, she was highly regarded by parents and children alike and was a well–known pediatrician in the area. At less than 30 years old, she had already become an associate chief physician. There were many people who sought her out for

appointments, and there were often long queues that stretched through the night.

Gillian reached out and gently touched the soft, rosy cheeks of the 5–year–old girl in front of her. She kindly advised the parents for a few moments, issued a medical prescription, and then let them leave. After that, she walked to the door and locked it. When she made sure that she was the only one left in the room, she spoke, “Tracy, what’s going on?” Gillian’s voice was incredibly gentle, like a clear spring, instantly soothing Tracy’s agitation. She didn’t get angry at Tracy’s questions, and she didn’t even furrow her brow. Her voice was neither hurried nor slow, it flowed like a gentle breeze, carrying an indescribable sense of comfort. “Don’t be upset for now. Take your time and tell me what’s going on. I’m here to listen.”

Hearing such a gentle voice, Tracy’s anger diminished by half. Then, thinking of Gillian’s tender expression, a hint of guilt welled up in her heart. She softened her tone and explained the whole situation, including the conflict between Cynthia and Olivia, as well as the current top trending topic on Twitter.

After finishing, Tracy asked curiously, “Wasn’t this recipe created by you? How can Olivia claim it as her own?”

Tracy was genuinely puzzled. She believed Gillian deep down, but she couldn’t explain how Olivia knew the recipe so well.

“So Olivia claims she created the recipe?” Gillian asked, her tone tinged with mild surprise./

“Yes, that’s what she said.” Tracy nodded.

Hearing this, Gillian sighed, her tone carrying a hint of helplessness and

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A hunt of madness appeared in Cillian’s eves.

Ever since she was young, everyone always praised her for having a good personality and being gentle and considerate. However, Gillian despised those words the most. She hated it when people praised her for having a good temper

From childhood to adulthood, she and Olivia were by Isane’s side. Everyone who saw them would praise Olivia. People praised her for being beautiful, saying she was stuming and that they had never seen such a pretty young lady before. They also complimented her for being intelligent, having an excellent memory, being quick to learn, filial, imaginative, and capable. People could only see Olivia, and Olivia was all they saw.

However, when faced with Gillian, everyone found themselves at a loss for words, not knowing what to compliment. After struggling for a while, all they managed to say was that she had a good temperament. Thinking of this, a hint of irony thickered in Gillian’s eyes. How absurd! Even though she hated being praised for her good temperament and kindness, she had to put on a gentle facade because it was the only way she could surpass Olivia. It she lost her gentleness, she would be truly worthless.

She hung up the phone, walked to the window, and gazed at the blue sky outside, lost in thought.

A few days ago, Isaac had returned from Evervale, but Blake and Yanis did not renum with him. At that timent, Gillian had a bad feeling. Jarron went to inquire, and bac said they stayed in Evervale with Olivia. At that moment, Gillan’s heart sank. She knew her grandfather wanted to

consumed by a towering rage and unwillingness. She was on the verge of collapsing.

Why? Why? Why?

Why was her grandfather so biased? What was so good about Olivia? She had even given up studying medicine, so why should she inherit the family legacy?

Gillian did not understand what was wrong with her and Jarron. Both of them had worked hard to study medicine and diligently treated patients. They were respectful towards Isaac and obeyed his every word, but he could never see them.

Gillian was the first child Isaac had adopted, and she had spent the most time with him. Therefore, she did not know why Isaac chose to leave the family legacy to Olivia in the end. Why was he so biased?

She could not understand it and she was even more unwilling to accept it. She was determined to obtain the family legacy. It was rightfully hers and hers alone! Only she could elevate the family’s medical expertise and. make it renowned worldwide.

Gillian believed her grandfather had grown old and muddle–headed. Otherwise, why should someone like Olivia, who did not practice medicine, inherit the Smith family? She would not allow it, and neither would other members of the family!

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It was the afternoon break. Gillian’s temples throbbed with pain. She wanted to go back to the office to rest. Just as she reached the door, Tracy called again.

At the sight of the familiar phone number, impatience flashed across Gillian’s eyes. Her gaze was frighteningly cold.

However, when she grabbed her phone and pressed the answer button, she suddenly became gentle and refined.

“Mrs. Smith?” She asked gently, “Is there anything else?”

Tracy said over the phone, “I almost forgot. Olivia has revealed the secret recipe of seared salmon with herbed couscous. The Smith Cuisine Hall needs a new recipe.”

Upon hearing this, a slight frown appeared on Gillian’s face. However, her tone was still as gentle as before. “Mrs. Smith, wait a few days. I’ll find another one.”

After getting an answer, Tracy heaved a sigh of relief and said in a much warmer tone, “Sorry to trouble you, Gillian. The dividends for this month will be affected by the disclosure of seared salmon with herbed couscous. You might not get what you expected. I’ll transfer it to you in a few days.” Gillian said, shaking her head, “How can I still have the cheek to ask for this month’s dividends? It’s all my negligence that made you and Cynthia suffer. Forget about it.”

“How is this your fault?” Tracy frowned. “It’s all Olivia’s fault. It’s the Smith family’s recipe. It’s one thing that she shamelessly took it for herself, but she actually publicly announced it on Twitter, showing no consideration for the Smith family.”

At this point, Tracy’s tone was filled with anger. She snorted coldly and said, “I’ll have to talk to Mr. Smith. It doesn’t matter if he dotes on his granddaughter, but he can’t affect the Smith family’s foundation. Although he’s the head of the Smith family, the Smith family doesn’t belong to him alone.”

Finally, there was something that pleased Gillian. She narrowed her eyes, and with amusement gleamed in her eyes, she said in a gentle and

comforting tone, “Mrs. Smith, don’t be angry. Olivia was just a little

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impulsive. She didn’t mean to target you.”

“You!” Tracy was exasperated. “Why are you still speaking up for her at a time like this? You’re too kind. You’ve spoiled your younger siblings to the point that they are unscrupulous. They’re rude and inconsiderate.”

Gillian smiled faintly and said in a helpless tone, “Well, I’m an elder sister, after all.”

After hanging up the phone, Gillian originally wanted to go back and rest, but since she had promised Tracy, she decided to find another medicinal cuisine for her.

The recipes were all with her grandfather. She didn’t have them with her, so she had to find Isaac.

Isaac had a special resting room and was having lunch. Seeing Gillian coming over, he quickly waved and said happily, “Come quickly and eat with me.”

Ever since Olivia agreed to take over the Smith family, Isaac’s mood had been lifted. Moreover, he had gotten over with the thing that he did not send Olivia back to the Taylor family when she was young. Without the guilt purged from his mind, his body was much stronger than before. Gillian sat opposite Isaac and subconsciously scooped food and soup for Isaac. She picked up some food for him and only picked up her bowl when he was almost done eating.

She picked up a mouthful of food and put it into her mouth. It was filled with bitterness.

Gillian thought back to the past. She was the most meticulous and considerate one. She took great care of her grandfather. She was always there for him when eating and would always fill his bowl with food.

On the other hand, Olivia had never done all of this before. When she ate, she would only focus on herself and enjoy all the delicious dishes without leaving anything for Isaac. She always asked Ms. Blake to make her favorite dishes and did not care about others.

However, Olivia believed that Isaac only praised Olivia for being a filial girl and turned a blind eye to her own efforts.

Thinking of this, Gillian could not help but sneer in her heart. How was Olivia filial? What did she do?

Gillian swallowed the food in her mouth ada.

over her words and said, “Grandpa, do you see the news on Twitter?”

“What Twitter?” Isaac shook his head. “How would I know that? That’s something you young people play. I’m too old to follow it.”

Gillian put down her plate with a serious expression and said, “Grandpa, I have something important to tell you.”

Isaac nodded. “Go ahead.”

Gillian glanced at Isaac and hesitated for a moment before saying, “Grandpa, you promise me you won’t be angry if I tell you. You can’t be angry.”

Did something happen?

With a nervous expression, Isaac stared at Gillian and nodded. “Don’t worry, I won’t be angry.”

Gillian frowned and looked worried. “It’s about Olivia. She made the Smith family’s recipe public.”

Isaac was stunned for a moment before he immediately refuted in a firm tone, “Impossible, absolutely impossible!”

Gillian was taken aback. She did not expect her grandfather to trust Olivia so much. He was still protecting her at this time!

That was the Smith family’s secret recipe. It didn’t matter if the Smith family used it themselves, but Olivia made it public regardless of everything. Did she think that she owned the Smith family?

Moreover, it was an indisputable fact that Olivia revealed the Smith family’s secret recipe, but Isaac was actually protecting her!

Resentment surged in Gillian’s heart. She could barely suppress and anger in her heart as she roared at Isaac.

She clenched her fists tightly, her fingertips sinking into her flesh, barely managing to maintain her rationality.

Heh…

Gillian took out her phone, opened Twitter, and handed it to Isaac. Her eyes were filled with the joy of revenge.

She could not wait to see Isaac’s disappointed and angry expression.

Didn’t he favor Olivia? Since he trusted her and was so protective of her, Gillian would show the evidence in front of him and see how he would continue to protect her.

‘Grandpa.” Gillian endured the complicated feelings in her heart and pointed at the trending topic. “See, that’s it.”

Isaac put on his reading glasses and held his phone with both hands. He took a closer look at it. Upon seeing the words ‘seared salmon with herbed couscous, he instantly heaved a sigh of relief.

“This, he explained. “This isn’t the Smith family’s recipe.”

Then, he looked up at Gillian in confusion and explained, “This is a medicinal cuisine that Olivia figured out herself. Have you forgotten that she figured it out because you were weak? This is Olivia’s own recipe.” Isaac had thought it was a big deal, but it turned out to be seared salmon with herbed couscous.

Isaac heaved a sigh of relief. He was freaked out just now.

Although Olivia was the future head of the Smith family, he had never given the Smith family’s secret recipe to Olivia. How could she know? Sure enough, anxiety made one lose his mind. He didn’t even think of this and was actually on tenterhooks.

Isaac reflected on himself, thinking that he shouldn’t have doubted Olivia. Olivia was able to come up with such an amazing recipe as seared salmon with herbed couscous at the age of 12 and make the food and recipe work so well. How was it possible that she coveted the Smith family’s recipe? The Smith family’s recipes were all incomplete and could not be used. They had to be verified one by one before they could be used.

Unlike Isaac, who was relaxed, Gillian was overwhelmed by hatred.

At this moment, she was filled with anger and couldn’t wait to bite Olivia to death. She even had the itch to grab Isaac’s shoulder and shake him hard to wake him up.

He was too biased! Gillian accused Isaac of favoritism inwardly.

That was the recipe of the Smith family. Even at a time like this, Isaac was still protecting Olivia. He remained calm when hearing that Olivia made the recipe public, saying that she was the one who created the

prescription.

Why!

Gillian’s eyes almost popped out of their sockets. Anger was surging over her.

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Olivia was sitting in the car, and the calm and relaxed expression instantly disappeared, replaced by coldness.

Daniel was driving in front. Andrew was sitting on a child’s safety seat with his head lowered. He had fallen asleep.

The child was energetic, but he needed to replenish his energy. After playing for the entire afternoon, he was already exhausted, so he quickly fell into a deep sleep.

Hence, no one noticed Olivia’s expression.

She propped her chin on her hand and leaned against the back of the seat. Her posture was lazy and casual as if it was casual, but her light amber eyes were complicated and unreadable.

She looked straight out of the window, thinking about something. Daniel was in the front driving. As he held the steering wheel, he observed Olivia’s expression through the rearview mirror.

His expression was calm, and his movements were elegant and practiced. Seeing that Olivia didn’t look well, he was not in a hurry to ask. Instead, he waited quietly for a moment. When she turned her head, he asked, “Are you in a bad mood?”

Olivia looked up indifferently and remained silent.

Upon seeing this, Daniel gave a smile. His beautiful eyes curved like the crescent moon in the quiet night sky.

Tapping his index finger on the steering wheel, he slowed down and parked the car by the side of the road. When he spoke again, his tone was a little more serious. “You were not yourself at the Smith Cuisine Hall just

now.”

Daniel understood Olivia. She was not someone who usually rocked the boat. Even if Cynthia provoked her, Olivia would not make the recipe public rashly.

This didn’t seem like something that Olivia would do.

A few years ago, when they first met, Olivia was only 18 years old. She was vivacious as a young girl and did not have much money on her, obliged to work part–time for a living.

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But even so, she was still noble and extraordinary.

She was like an aristocrat who had wandered among the commoners, carrying with her an innate pride and nobility.

According to her original personality, if Cynthia messed with her, she would not even give Cynthia a look. She would let Ms. Blake and Mr. Yanis deal with it.

It was just like how ancient emperors dealt with things.

There had long been courtiers and guards blocking those who caused trouble. They would not let those troublemakers have the chance to appear and be an eyesore to the emperor.

It was just Cynthia. It was not worth Olivia’s time and effort.

She thought nothing of someone like Cynthia.

However, it was very strange that Olivia confronted Cynthia today in the Smith Cuisine Hall.

Unexpectedly, Daniel could sense something wrong with her. Olivia turned her eyes and looked over.

Then, she lowered her eyes and raised her hand to support her forehead. She let out an imperceptible sigh, seemingly tired.

After a long while, she said, “That seared salmon with herbed couscous is the recipe I specially made for Gillian. It is a medicinal cuisine that works with food and can treat illnesses and conserve health.”

At this point, she couldn’t help but chuckle and say in a self–deprecating tone, “It took me three years to work it out and the draft was revised several times before it was finalized. I tried it myself, and my stomach was almost destroyed because of it. I didn’t expect it to end up like this…”

She treated Gillian as her biological sister.

Olivia wanted to bond with her. She cared about her and was worried about her health and her results. She would give up almost anything Gillian wanted.

As a result, Olivia was pushed off the cliff by Gillian, whom she treated as her family!

The moment Olivia fell off the cliff, a trace of confusion came into her eyes.

She was puzzled. If Gillian wanted the Smith family and wanted the

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hospital, she could just tell Olivia about it and Olivia would give them to her. Why did Gillian go through so much trouble to trick her to the top of the mountain and push her down?

It was only later that Olivia slowly grew up and began to look at her relationship with Gillian from an objective perspective that she understood the reason behind Gillian’s actions.

It was all because of her jealousy!

The moment she was pushed off the mountain peak, Gillian roared, “Why did Grandpa only pass on miraculous treatments of the Smith family to you? Why?”

Why?

Olivia’s eyes flickered. She suddenly felt that it was ridiculous.

The so–called miraculous treatments of the Smith family were something the three of them had learned together. They had memorized the acupuncture points when they were young and personally practiced them when they were in their teens. Each of them had a set of silver needles. However, in the end, Olivia was the only one who mastered it. Gillian claimed that Isaac was biased and did not pass on her miraculous treatments of the Smith family, but the truth was that Isaac had taught her long ago.

It wasn’t that Isaac didn’t want to teach them, but they couldn’t learn it at all!

Because Olivia was the only one who had mastered miraculous

treatments of the Smith family, Isaac had the idea of handing the Smith family to her. Before this, he doted on Gillian more than her and valued Jarron more.

The sadness only lasted for a moment. Olivia quickly regained her composure. The unhappy things in the past wouldn’t cast a shadow on her. It was just that she felt a little bitter when she thought about it occasionally.

Olivia turned to Andrew.

The little guy was sleeping soundly. His face was pink and tender. When he closed his eyes, his eyelashes were thick and curly.

Andrew seemed to be dreaming. His red and moist little mouth smacked, and then he muttered softly, “Olivia, you eat, you eat too.”

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Olivia was shocked for a moment. Then, her heart softened and she felt a wave of happiness flooding her

This was a wonderful and magical feeling”

There was such a lle cure in the world, who liked her, was attached to her, and was thinking about her

Looking at the little guy’s sleeping face, Olivia felt so sweet as if a gust of happiness swept through her

Perhaps Olivia gave too much attention to Andrew which made Daniel a little dissatisfied. Hu muttered and then uttered a cry of astonishment. Olivia subconsciously turned around. There was a hint of urgency in her eyes as she asked, “What’s wrong?*

Daniel said in a pitiful tone, “There’s something in my eyes. It hurts.” As he spoke, he turned his head around and faced Olivia.

Olivia leaned over and gently pressed his lower eyelids with her fingertips. She then blew on them and asked with concern, “Does it still hurt?”

“Yes” The man sounded aggrieved. “Blow on them again.”

Olivia lowered her head and carefully examined Daniel’s eyes, where she did not find any sand or eyelashes. She blew on them a few times, but it didn’t work Daniel kept shouting

“Could it be that something has entered your eyes? Olivia frowned. With a worried look, she suggested. “Let’s go to the hospital.”

Daniel shook his head and said with certainty. “There is something in my eyes. I can feel it Look carefully and get closer…”

He said the last few words in a whisper, carrying a hint of romance, which was so tempting

Olivia began to see the light. She looked up suspiciously with a probing gaze and said, ‘Are you. Umm*

Before she could finish speaking, the back of her head was suddenly grabbed by a large hand. Before she could react, the handsome face in front of her suddenly enlarged, and then her lips felt hos

Daniel’s lips covered Olivia’s and he kissed her lightly before moving

away

He was actually thinking about Olivia even in his dreams.

Olivia was shocked for a moment. Then, her heart softened and she felt a wave of happiness flooding her.

This was a wonderful and magical feeling!

There was such a little cutie in the world, who liked her, was attached to her, and was thinking about her.

Looking at the little guy’s sleeping face, Olivia felt so sweet as if a gust of happiness swept through her.

Perhaps Olivia gave too much attention to Andrew which made Daniel a little dissatisfied. Hu muttered and then uttered a cry of astonishment. Olivia subconsciously turned around. There was a hint of urgency in her eyes as she asked, “What’s wrong?”

Daniel said in a pitiful tone, “There’s something in my eyes. It hurts.” As he spoke, he turned his head around and faced Olivia.

Olivia leaned over and gently pressed his lower eyelids with her fingertips. She then blew on them and asked with concern, “Does it still hurt?”

“Yes.” The man sounded aggrieved. “Blow on them again.”

Olivia lowered her head and carefully examined Daniel’s eyes, where she did not find any sand or eyelashes. She blew on them a few times, but it didn’t work. Daniel kept shouting.

“Could it be that something has entered your eyes?” Olivia frowned. With a worried look, she suggested, “Let’s go to the hospital.”

Daniel shook his head and said with certainty, “There is something in my eyes. I can feel it. Look carefully and get closer…”

He said the last few words in a whisper, carrying a hint of romance, which was so tempting.

Olivia began to see the light. She looked up suspiciously with a probing gaze and said, “Are you… Um!”

Before she could finish speaking, the back of her head was suddenly grabbed by a large hand. Before she could react, the handsome face in front of her suddenly enlarged, and then her lips felt hot.

Daniel’s lips covered Olivia’s and he kissed her lightly before moving

away.

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He leaned over. His voice was low and hoarse as if he was suppressing the heat in his body.

“Why weren’t you looking at me? Am I not as good–looking as Andrew, huh?”

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Olivia was stunned for a moment before her face instantly turned blushed.

The space was so close that almost their noses would collide. The ambiance rose up and crackled like a matchstick that would burn with a stoke.

It could get ignited right away.

A sense of soft numbness spread from her lips to her waist. Olivia’s entire body went limp.

At this moment, Daniel was like a prisoner who had broken free. His eyes were flaming with desire as he looked at Olivia with a gaze that wanted to devour her.

It had been five years, 1,825 days, 43,800 hours, 2,628,000 minutes, and 1,576,800,000 seconds!

Daniel couldn’t imagine how he endured such a long time. It was like an

eon.

The longing had long been carved into his bones. It was deep and seeped into his bones. With every breath he took, the longing increased.

If it weren’t for the fact Andrew was here, he would have stripped her down and surrounded her body.

Only by fusing her into his bones and blood would the endless black space in his heart be filled.

Olivia looked up unintentionally and saw Daniel’s eyes. She was shocked! His eyes were filled with thirst, hope, and longing. They were overflowing with desire.

“Daniel, what’s wrong with you?”

Olivia looked up. For the first time, confusion appeared in her calm eyes for the first time. At the same time, her heart kept beating.

The affection in Daniel’s eyes was too strong, so emotional that she was afraid that she could not bear it.

She placed her fingertips on Daniel’s cheek. Olivia wanted to say something, but at that moment, her phone suddenly rang.

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The sudden ringing brought Daniel back to his senses. He closed his eyes and suppressed his tumultuous feelings. He warned himself that it was not the time yet.

Livy had already forgotten about him. He had to take it slow and not scare her.

Daniel regained his rationality and turned around, leaning back in his seat dejectedly. He pursed his lips and chuckled. It seemed he would lose his wits and get out of control before this woman.

Daniel heaved a sigh of relief. When he opened his eyes again, the vision had already regained clarity.

He had already waited for five years. There was no need to rush. He was willing to wait for Livy to fall in love with him again!

The call was from Amelia. Olivia looked at the caller ID. She frowned slightly and picked it up. “Hello?”

“Olivia?” Amelia’s voice was a little nervous. Her tone was slightly trembling.

“Yes. Olivia’s voice was cold. “What’s going on?”

Amelia did not seem to know how to talk to her. She didn’t have the demeanor of a noblewoman, speaking fast and anxiously as if somebody was holding a knife against her neck. “This weekend is your grandfather’s 80th birthday.”

“I got it.” Olivia nodded. “If there’s nothing else, I’ll hang up.”

Before she could continue, the other side had already left.

Amelia was stunned for a moment. She was holding her phone and stared at it in a daze.

Maddie happened to push the door open and enter at this moment. She was holding two cups of coffee.

Seeing Amelia staring at her phone in a daze, a shaft of light flashed across her eyes. Maddie asked, “Have you called Olivia?”

Amelia nodded, looking like she was out of her mind.

Maddie took a sip of coffee before continuing to ask, “What did she say? Is she coming or not?”

frowned and said in an uncertain tone, “I’m not sure. She only said that she knew it. She didn’t

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with you,” Maddie said firmly. “It’s Friday today. Dad’s birthday is in two days.

looked aggrieved and defended herself.

could you say that?” Maddie was so angry that her chest. heaved. “Don’t you know how to be a mother? If you cared about her a little, you wouldn’t have forgotten such an important thing. Why didn’t you

more serious. “You have to remember that Olivia is your real daughter.

I know.” Amelia sounded impatient. She hated

Emma was an adopted daughter? To Amelia, Emma was her

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20 years. She suffered a lot. As her mother, you

wanted to treat Olivia well. She wanted to find an etiquette mentor for her,

know her. She is a strange girl. She’s conceited and inferior. She’s not obedient at all. She takes advantage of her beauty to hang around with Ethan and seduce the man

going on?”

you the truth, I do have a barrier against Olivia. Previously, because I misunderstood that she harmed

However, when I found out that she had been learning the violin and writing songs, I changed my mind. I

do it,” Maddie

was an easy job to

seduced Ethan, then Ryan,

the previous one. It was obvious that Olivia was utterly a naughty gold

was dreaming about becoming a swan one day. And the way she realized her dream was through targeting

man.

Olivia had been raised in the Taylor family and had never been lost since she was young,

his father–in–law was up to. They did not expect Olivia to marry into the Sullivan family properly. They just wanted to take advantage of this opportunity to build

cared about her feelings or future, not to mention. whether Daniel

families would abandon their daughter if she behaved like Olivia. But Amelia

do you

took Maddie a moment to realize that

also ten years older.” Amelia felt that it was a very

hanging around with three men. That’s perfect. Most importantly, Mr. Sampson was a famous painter. He needed to walk around the

did not know how to get along with this daughter. Anyway, she did not like her either. Out of sight,

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left, Emma immediately went to Amelia’s room and asked

“It’s about your grandfather’s birthday. I forgot to tell

No surprise!

with malice. her fingertips dug into her palm tightly, barely maintaining her expression to prevent herself from losing

eyes so that Amelia would not notice anything

best to be a considerate daughter and treat Amelia as her biological

Why! It’s not fair!

dark eyes were filled with resentment. She had done so much. She cared about Amelia and her grandparents. She called them every week. She gave them gifts every festival and often visited

her! After more than ten years of living together, she

heart was filled with indignance. She hated the heartless Green family and the appearance

felt that her sincerity for so many years had been in vain. The Green family was simply a bunch of

all of her willpower to suppress the anger in her heart. She forced a smile with all her

you? It’s my mistake. I have a bad memory now. It’s not your

daughter living together is an angel who’s

She had expected that Amelia would belittle Olivia and refuse her to come. But she

turned out that she really planned to bring

and nobody could deny this fact. Amelia did not care about her at all. It’s her grandfather’s birthday, so Ethan would definitely attend. If he met Olivia, he

of this, Emma panicked. She could not let Ethan know that she had framed

like she doesn’t have any affection for the Taylor family or the

and did not have any kinship in her heart. If not for Liam’s call,

the Green family, she had not even mentioned a visit. It had been almost half a year since she returned, but she had not

thought about it, the more frustrated she became. Amelia’s tone was a little

hugged her arm. “Mom, it’s Olivia’s fault for not coming, but

a designer. It’s Grandpa’s birthday two days later. She definitely won’t have time to prepare a good dress. I still have a few gowns. Why don’t

nose. “I know you’re a good girl, but your gowns are all haute couture by international designers. They haven’t

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scene where Olivia was wearing a white T–shirt and black pants, she felt disgusted. “A good dress needs a good owner. Olivia doesn’t know fashion. at all. It’s a waste for her to wear those custom–made gowns. Why

If she doesn’t have one, she

conjured up in Amelia’s mind. As the master’s granddaughter, Olivia would get blocked outside because she

gown.

a joke. No, she

some old clothes over there. Let her

nodded. “I’ll get the servants to pack up a few more clothes for

like a treasure island. She probably has never

made a

It was not the apartment near the school, but the

Smith

to watch over it. Now that the new owner had arrived, the mansion seemed to get revitalized, and all the servants were smiling

reclining on the sofa with her eyes lowered. Her posture was lazy. She was enjoying a rare

pick out gowns for Olivia. These clothes were all newly made by the Smith family’s workshop. These handmade

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gown, with dark white stripes embroidered on it. At first look, people would think that it

last year. It took five top embroiderers three

but a work of art, a masterpiece,

gown! That gown was made by three of those five top embroiderers. Olivia leaned against the sofa. When she heard

one?” Blake picked out

at this.” Blake chose more than ten gowns. Some were traditional designs and some met current fashion trends. Every one of these clothes could make Evervale’s

had seen these things quite often when

moment, Olivia received a call from

be spoiled for choices when

with the other. she

response, she

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so decisively. She was stunned for a moment. Her

anger.

Olivia is so

phone on the floor. A cloud

mother’s face. Then, she asked in a soft voice, “Does Olivia think that

the sentence, Amelia suddenly interrupted her in a harsh tone. “What an ungrateful brat!

was so angry that her head was spinning. A swell of irritation vibrated in her chest as if it

sofa for a long while, she finally

definitely make a fool of herself and embarrass both the Green and the Taylor families the day

these days. He has designed a unique diamond gown which is currently on exhibit in the country. I’ll contact him later to buy

“Abel? A diamond gown?”

and her heart was beating fast. “Is Mom talking about the dress named Angel? It’s

first time Emma wanted a piece of

never worn such

Several millions of dollars could buy a luxury car or a mansion. Using that much money to buy a

extravagant for her.

were normally created by designers to participate in competitions

other than money, one also needed

her slightly trembling voice. “Isn’t it too.

be too glamorous?” Amelia looked at Emma fondly. “Not matter how expensive the gown is, my daughter is worthy of

is back, you haven’t had a single day of peace. You put up with everything and yield in every way. Even Ethan Turner was stolen from you. It’s

an aggrieved little girl. “Mom, I’m not afraid of hardship. Even if you want me to

Amelia’s heart ached. “How can I not want you? You’re

called Abel

Abel agreed without hesitation.

going to wear Angel to her grandfather’s birthday party the day after tomorrow.

clothing, the unique dress required

to sell the gown to her so readily, he would come over to help with the

“Why?” Amelia was surprised.

works and pursued perfection in every detail. Under normal circumstances, Abel would engage in extended communication with the

I should alter the gown according to your

time?” Amelia frowned in

voice. “No, no, it’s not about the exhibition. I’m making a gown for a distinguished

after tomorrow. So

for a designer, what could be more important than his

you’re not satisfied, you can choose not to buy the gown.” “No, no, no.” Amelia was anxious and immediately said, “It’s alright, it’s alright. Mr. Dubois, you can

my assistant will contact you later and send Angel to the Taylor family. I have something

over, she cast a glance at him, then quickly averted her gaze

suits you perfectly.”

slightly. “It’s

the details before saying, “I can alter it.” “Will that be too much trouble?” Olivia

tone was sincere. “I’ve

that Abel

about Angel?” Abel’s expression was indifferent. “It

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been sold.”

her eyebrows slightly in

specially designed for you. Since you don’t need it, there’s no point in exhibiting

about a piece of trash. Meanwhile, Emma was talking to Lola on the phone in her room. Her face

hearing Emma’s words, she sprang up and shouted in excitement.

Her lips trembled slightly

exclaimed. “Where is it? Where is it? I want to see it and touch

dear Emma, can you let me try it on?

against the sofa with a proud expression and paused for a moment before saying, “Okay, just one

ah!” There was another round of exclamations. Lola was exhilarated. “Emma, you’re so incredible and amazing. Angel is not for sale, right? I remember Abel saying that the gown is a gift from him to

thought of something happy. She raised her chin slightly with a complacent expression. “Perhaps

gown that no one else could buy was now in her

was designed for an angel would be

off with the gown and attract envious or jealous gazes, Emma felt

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the Green family members, so she arrived

displaying a graceful demeanor. Her slender neck was as elegant as that of a white swan. When she arrived, she instantly

wearing is Mr. Abel’s Angel. It has just been displayed to the public, and she’s wearing it now. The Taylor

guests arrived, more and more

them were captivated

of the Taylor family. She’s

his wrist and said in a low voice, “She’s the younger daughter.

“I almost forgot. I just attended Miss Olivia’s welcome party earlier this year. That’s strange. Mrs. Taylor and Miss Emma are

that compared to Miss Emma, Miss Olivia is distinctly inferior to

beauty brand when she was just a teenager. On the

Emma heard everyone praising her and disparaging Olivia, her eyes sparkled

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threatens my position and takes away

onwards, she would put Olivia down and

closeness did not mean that their relationship was based on emotional connections and mutual respect. Rich women like them lived their lives in constant comparison. Before they

competed against each other

Amelia, where is your eldest daughter? The

next to her chimed in and teased Amelia. “Don’t tell me you can’t bear to bring her out? Why are you hiding your daughter? Are you worried

about Olivia’s simple sportswear and

smile and said. “Olivia

“She’s probably not used to such a big occasion and feeling nervous.” Her tone sounded friendly, but her words were mean. “How would a girl raised by a humble family know what the life of the upper class is like? She

This is so humiliating.

so ashamed

was young, she had always been the most dazzling and envied person among her best friends. Unexpectedly, when

suddenly appeared in

Olivia was

her. If she were dead, she would always be as innocent and cute as when she was five years

she

Amelia gnashed her teeth.

was seething with resentment, a sudden

prominent figures in Evervale. Even if they were in shock, they

were constant exclamations here

imagine how shocked everyone was

important guest arrived?”

door. The other women also directed their

entrance.

dim lights, a tall and slender

moved against the light, like a graceful lady who had stepped out of

her face. Her bright eyes, pearl–like teeth, and radiant skin required no cosmetics to enhance them. She was also not wearing any accessories. Her

an exquisite round ear. Under the contrast of her dark–brown

were no decorations on it, but as she moved, it seemed as though a golden mist was emanating from

She commanded everyone’s attention

say exactly what was beautiful about her, but people

and mouth and exclaimed,

queen,” someone

looked at each other and lowered their heads

thought that only a queen would possess such a powerful presence. These women were used to seeing fine things. They had sophisticated taste and high aesthetic standards. They were amazed by

well. It didn’t flatter her. Instead, the

mannequin.

the

woman before them was different. No one paid any attention to her

“Who is this?”

senses and began to

I was completely in

being gorgeous. Gorgeous can’t describe her beauty at all. She has

arrival sparked a heated discussion. Even the women beside Amelia began to

on her face. After being in a trance for

say?” Her voice was so soft that no one around

and said in a clear voice, “She’s Olivia.”

“Olivia?”

“It is Olivia?”

away from her family for 18 years? The

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moment Olivia appeared, her

It was her

in her hand and lowered her head to hide the expression in

no matter how hard she tried to control herself, her body

should have been the

of

her heart like a poisonous snake,

as a diamond. No wonder Daniel likes her so much,” Lola mumbled as if she was obsessed with Olivia.

she finished speaking, two sharp gazes shot straight

her words. “She just has a pretty face. In terms of beauty, there are many

Her background is not as good as yours. No

this point, she chuckled. “Mrs. Sullivan will be here soon. At that time, she will definitely look down on Olivia and

felt much better. They chuckled and looked at Olivia

was her original sin. Without the refinement of the elite aristocracy, even if one was good–looking and able to get into a prestigious school, their

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wouldn’t even give them a second

again, and a hint

step and every step would be wrong. Olivia would never be able

hem of her dress. slightly with her fingertips and walked toward Olivia. “Let’s go and greet

girls cooperated and walked toward Olivia with meaningful smiles

was standing beside Amelia. She nodded slightly and

there was a faint sense of alienation. Amelia was stunned. She was very surprised by Olivia’s actions.

rarely got close to her and kept a certain distance from her. However, there was an indescribable complicated emotion in Olivia’s coldness as

today, Olivia was

emotion disappeared. She no longer treated Amelia coldly and indifferently. Instead, she

some reason, Amelia felt

as if something had

the past, although Olivia was cold to her, she was special because

but this respect was the same

was no longer special. She had become

about her gown, but for some reason, she held

if Amelia truly knew Olivia

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was probably introverted, not good at socializing, with a touch of awkwardness and a sense of inferiority and sensitivity. She also carried a bit of arrogance as a scientific researcher. Additionally, she was like someone who had been sheltered and lacked

seemed to

there gently and nodded slightly, but her

her, who had been through a lot, were suppressed

showing Amelia respect as her birth mother without withholding or adding

That was all.

and hugged Amelia’s arm affectionately. The smile on her face was

was instantly filled and fulfilled by the

look at the daughter whom she was proud of and was very

senses and sized up Olivia. When they got closer, they realized that the dress Olivia was wearing looked inconspicuous, but it was very compatible and beautiful. It was luxurious

it a new product from

“Yes, why haven’t I seen it in the new product list?

these things. When she heard everyone’s question, a hint of doubt flashed across

confusion and the mockery in her eyes intensified. She covered her mouth

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exclaimed in surprise. They felt that Olivia was such

ridicule of the people around her, she

She didn’t even know about

Taylor, you haven’t answered which brand

in everyone’s mocking and disdainful gazes. She looked at the noblewoman in front of her and felt that it was ridiculous. It was just a

a slightly puzzled expression, she shook her head and said calmly, “It’s not a brand. It’s

clothes from a tailor’s stall.” Upon hearing this, a

another. Someone even pointed at Amelia and said, “Hey, Amelia, you’re too stingy.

stall to sew clothes. Amelia, why

gritted her teeth

bring her any glory and only brought her

It was fine even if she bought an ordinary branded gown. Why did Olivia have to wear clothes

angry that her body was trembling. She felt that her pride was being stepped on ruthlessly. If Emma had not supported

eyes

Olivia, she thought that the gown Olivia was wearing was a

a tailor.

her hands were trembling. She forced

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tutu. The style was very gaudy. She had specially brought it over today to find an opportunity for Olivia to change into

was just right. The birthday banquet had just begun, but Olivia

Amelia quickly reacted. Before everyone arrived, Olivia should quickly

hurriedly said, “Olivia, follow Emma to the room upstairs and change your

Her gaze stopped on Amelia’s face for two seconds, and

gown she was wearing was

was a gown that Abel had designed for three years and had

liked

about to go

girl have any self–esteem

of occasion is this? How can you mess around? You can’t wear all kinds of messy

ungrateful.”

patted Amelia’s back to comfort her. “Olivia might not know the rules of the upper–class banquet. I’ll tell her slowly later.

had been suppressed, but when she heard Emma’s words, it was instantly ignited

disgraceful. She did not know anything and was

not understand why Amelia was

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out that it was because her clothing

wine from a passing waiter. Then, she leaned against the railing and shook the

It could clearly reflect the mellow red color of

a beautiful glass of

turned her wrist slightly and the red wine

scream was

on her dress. Her body trembled slightly, and her usually gentle eyes

Olivia was courting death!

surrounded Emma. As they comforted her, they glared at Olivia. “You’re

body was trembling. The veins on her forehead were trembling as she tried her best

at Olivia in surprise. They found it difficult to understand. “This

by a glass of red wine

wearing ordinary clothes.” A rich lady pursed her lips and felt that Olivia was really narrow–minded. She

everyone’s ridicule, Olivia chuckled and raised her hand to hand over

a socialite who was watching the show

actually subconsciously

glass in her hand, she was shocked. What was

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her just now? Was she a waiter? Why did

It was incomprehensible.

Olivia still said with a confused expression

you know? This is Mr. Abel’s work. It’s the one and

Olivia understood. “So it’s

lowered her eyes. After sizing Emma up for a while, she suddenly chuckled. “So, you judge a person by how expensive their clothes are? You’re proud of yourself when

you in the so–called upper class, socialites, and nobles, are nothing more than objects wrapped in pretty packaging, devoid of your own

lowered her head and glanced at the gown she was wearing. Her tone was gentle and happy. “I like this dress very much.” After finishing her words, she raised her gaze and scanned the crowd with a clear and penetrating

valuable in

years later, I would still be revered by others. But all of you, even if you put on

she finished speaking, the entire

was stunned as they

came back to her senses first and

so arrogant!”

you know Olivia? Do you know the Lasker Award? She’s a Monel Prize candidate. She’s someone who will be mentioned in textbooks and remembered for

Monel Prize…

was indeed possible to leave her

too far!” Just as everyone was shocked and

the direction of the voice, they saw Ethan parting the crowd and striding over with a cold

Emma. Looking at her disheveled expression and

were still childhood sweethearts. In his impression, Emma had always been proud, confident, and elegant. She had never been in such a sorry state before. It seemed that all her

Olivia. He angrily said, “Olivia, the renowned scientist of the Taylor family, do you think that just because you have fame, you can bully others at will? Whether it’s the person adorning the clothes or the clothes complementing the person, this

out a cold chuckle, his gaze chilling to the bone. “Or is the prize money you’ve received nowhere near enough to afford such an expensive dress? That’s why you felt jealous and decided to ruin it with spilled wine. And now you’re trying to escape compensation

had turned the situation around and changed everyone’s thoughts. Previously, everyone felt that Olivia was right. These noblewomen were indeed worthless to wrap themselves in branded clothes, but

Ethan’s words changed

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community wasn’t jealous? No matter how good Olivia was, she

scientist sounded nice, scientists were actually

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something, Great Scientist? Could it be that you

others began

my, don’t tell me she doesn’t want

them talking just now. They said the dress Olivia is wearing is made from a tailor’s shop. She can’t even

scientist whose

Olivia just leaned against

sneered. “Does she think that she

to comfort her. Then, he smirked and was

elegant middle–aged woman in a gown made her way through the crowd and walked up to Olivia. “Miss

“Is

woman replied, “Yes,

as everyone was wondering what they were talking about,

said in

was understandable that people didn’t recognize Abel right away. He used to dress very fashionably whether at a show

face, the old man in front of him looked

if he had just randomly applied hair gel on it. Instead of wearing uncommon outfits as he did in the past,

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ordinary suit, exuding

was indeed

nodded at him and said, “Sorry to trouble you to come

my honor to be able to assist you. It’s no

as he finished speaking, everyone

Abel?” “And what is

The crowd was confused.

to Emma’s side. After examining the gown carefully, he concluded, “It can be fixed.” Then, he turned to look at Olivia. “Miss Olivia, don’t worry. This

the middle–aged woman and said to Abel.

turn of events. He frowned

head. Before she could reply, Abel spoke with annoyance, “Can’t you see?

with hostility. But he kept his manners and asked, “Mr. Dubois, are you paying the compensation on Olivia’s behalf? May

curiosity was instantly aroused

“Oh, gossip.”

their gazes between Olivia and Abel,

that, he suddenly straightened up his body and said in a serious tone, “I’m not obliged to tell you about my relationship with Miss Olivia. But you are questioning her character. In order to dispel your doubts and indecent thoughts, I’m going to explain everything to

turned to look at Olivia with gratitude. “Six years ago, my granddaughter fell seriously ill. It was Miss Olivia who came forward and saved her life. So, Miss Olivia is the Dubois

to Ethan’s face and a

great effort, he managed to maintain his composure. He nodded reluctantly and said. “Oh, I see. So, Mr. Dubois, you came to fix the dress to repay

“No, I’m not repaying her kindness by fixing the

“What do you mean?”

face stiffened and she subconsciously clenched

wearing and slowly explained why

selected by me which symbolizes Miss Olivia’s pure and empathetic heart. The gown was meant to be given to her, so it’s only for

to wear it. The gown thus lost its purpose. And it just happened that Mrs. Taylor wanted to buy it,

as he finished speaking, the room erupted with exclamations. They

Emma had gotten it, she treated it like a treasure and couldn’t stop

this possible?” Emma muttered

and her eyes widened with surprise. Without caring if she was acting with proper decorum, she grabbed Abel’s sleeve and said, “Mr. Dubois, we asked you to fit the gown on me two days ago, but you said you didn’t have

doesn’t like Angel. Fortunately, I’d designed two gowns for her at that time. One was

Dubois, the Autumn that you’re talking about, is it the

nodded. “Yes, this

covered

all been saying it was a shabby dress from an

of the sarcastic words she had said. She felt extremely embarrassed and wished

She was not only embarrassed but also very puzzled. “Since it is Mr. Dubois’s work, why didn’t Olivia say it?” Frowning deeply, Amelia looked at Olivia in bewilderment. “Why didn’t you just say it is Mr. Dubois’s work? Why

this on purpose to

speculate Olivia’s intention

slightly. Her eyes were cold. “This isn’t a branded dress, and it was indeed a gift

When you didn’t know it was Abel’s work, you denigrated it. But once you found out that it was his work, you started to sing praise of it. Don’t

women’s faces turn red

thought that the dress was beautiful. But later on, when they discovered that it didn’t have a brand

I like. No matter who designs it, it’s

She was truly domineering.

at Olivia. They felt that she was nothing

contrary, she was

seemed to be innately endowed with great confidence and

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to talk with those people anymore. She came to the banquet to celebrate her grandfather’s birthday, not to argue with them. She used to have expectations and affection for Samuel and Amelie, so she put up with all the ridicule and pain. But now, she was

wouldn’t have estranged herself from

love is not hatred, but

her and longed for the tenderness that she remembered seeing in her mother’s eyes. However, she had completely given up

she probably shouldn’t have been

things in the world if she wanted to, but love was

mother just didn’t

matter how outstanding, remarkable, hopeful, and tolerant she was, Amelia just did not love

left hand suddenly trembled and her heart twitched

her right hand on her left hand to

was as if she had decisively stripped away the longing that was engraved

her hand again, she had regained her appearance of serene

pinky finger trembled no

and

steps, she was stopped

there!” The person who spoke was

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gaze

him indifferently, asking in a

overbearing and showed no remorse

“How could there be such a vicious

disgusted that he once had

but she also constantly bullied

surge of anger rushing to his head. His eyes were filled with coldness. “Right. You’re sophisticated and we’re uncivilized. I admit everything you said before. But if you want to prove yourself, why did‘ you have to spill wine on Emma’s dress and step on her to get to the top?” Emma lowered her eyes and

“Olivia, why… why do

her eyes. Her slender body swayed as if she was about to fall. She bit her lower lip. Her eyes filled with despair and her voice was choked with confusion. “I know you hate me. You hate me for taking your place and taking away the love of your parents. But this is not my

her heart out. If Ethan hadn’t supported her, she

had gone through. They did not expect her to have suffered

in her arms and kept saying, “I’m

for Emma and started to denounce Olivia, thinking that Olivia had gone too far for

said, “She got lost when she was a kid and only

what does this have to do with Emma? It is not Emma who lost her. How could

by Amelia’s side, taking care of Amelia on her behalf. Speaking of

“Apologize, apologize to Emma now!” “Apologize?” Olivia lowered her eyes. Her eyelashes fluttered slightly like butterflies that were about to fly away. Her expressionless eyes grew dim. Everyone was

fact that she had given Emma a hard time, the onlookers didn’t echo

person spoke up, “Miss Olivia, you bullied Miss Emma and spilled wine on her dress. Of course, you have to

as if she

looking at Ethan and Emma. Staring straight at her mother, she asked, “Do you also think I bullied her?” Amelia was at a loss for words. Her mind went blank for a moment. She could

heartwrenching crying pained Amelia. So Amelia was flustered and did not have time to think carefully. She glared at Olivia fiercely and rebuked her, “Don’t think that you can bully Emma

you really want me to apologize,” Olivia muttered. Then,

chill swept over and

your luck and think I’m an easy meat.” She enunciated each word clearly, and her voice

you, you can hurt

me!”

she slowly scanned the crowd. In the end, her eyes rested on Emma. “You said

against me!” Olivia snapped up at Emma, “You fainted at my welcome party, framed me for finding someone to sexually assault you, and colluded with the Taylor family to restrict my freedom. Is it because I didn’t bring this up

confrontation shocked

jealous of Emma, so got someone to abuse her. If I

was as if she had

afraid of Olivia at all. There was no concrete evidence to prove what had happened back then. The so–called evidence in Olivia’s hands was

know wouldn’t be able to figure it out. Amelia was the only person who knew the truth. As long as she took Emma’s side and testified

a courtroom with a judge and lawyers to discern

wrong.

the rules of our class. There are things that don’t require justification and no one will investigate the truth. I can destroy you

intent flashed across Emma’s eyes when she thought about

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stiffened. She knew the inside story. It was not Olivia who hired

occasion, if she told the truth, then

would be completely

say it, it

on her

closed her eyes. When she opened them again, her gaze was

reputation to marry into a good family and be able to live in an upper–class society effortlessly. Olivia was different. She

herself that she

Emma needed

adapted to it. She was not used to the upper class at all,

give Olivia one–tenth

not a small amount. Even if it was just one–tenth, there would be two hundred thousand dollars every year. It was enough

her decision, Amelia

Do you want me to expose the bad things you’ve done to the public? You’re shameless, but the

my god, it’s actually true!

she takes her anger out on Miss Emma. However, to be honest, it’s normal for her to be jealous. However, she’s too much and too vicious. She actually

such a bad behavior.”

kinds of unpleasant

these speculations and curses. She slowly raised

a chill in her heart as if she

frowned, feeling that she was probably

“Don’t be afraid, don’t be

video in Olivia’s hands was not clear

Olivia averted her gaze and no longer paid attention to

about her reputation at all. “You’re saying that I played

For some reason, she

Ethan tightly, still looking weak

and patted Emma. Then, he looked up at Olivia with a cold expression. “Don’t you

was shocked and

Emma are also stupid. Do they really think that they could

could not be bothered to talk to these people. She did not like to waste time either. She turned around and extended her hand to

and Amelia’s hearts skipped a beat. Olivia was going to get

was secretly delighted. She had already thought of a

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only prove that I was texting with Olivia’s phone, but they could not see the content of the message at all. No one present knew the

of this, Emma was

and placed something that looked like a black

frowned. This was completely different from what they had imagined. Could this thing be used to play

Olivia took the black

conversation entered

Taylor. [It’s Emma. Your daughter

Amelia exclaimed. [Emma, you…]

[Mom, I’m sorry. I’m afraid of losing you. Olivia is back. She snatched you, Grandpa, and Ethan. I really don’t want to lose you. I really have no choice. I’m sorry,

of the voice recorder was very good. The voice that was played was exceptionally

in Amelia’s

tone.

soon as the recording was played, everyone was in an uproar again. What a shocking

she refuse to admit her mistake, but she even joined forces with Amelia to bite

a shameless person in

or disdainful gazes, Amelia’s face turned pale. She

at Emma in disbelief and his voice was filled with disappointment. “Emma, you directed and acted

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went crazy and shook her head in panic. “Ethan, Ethan, don’t look at me like

grab Ethan, but he pushed her away forcefully. “Don’t touch me, don’t touch me!” It was as if she was something

Emma finally despaired.

her eyes. “Isn’t your evidence a

Olivia was speechless.

Do you still want

to satisfy her and signaled Blake

well–prepared. She took out a huge tablet computer from somewhere. It was big and high–definition. Blake found

he clicked on the play

to pay attention to the truth. They

well–prepared. There was

at the video about how she cried and admitted her mistake, Emma completely broke down. She pointed at Olivia and shouted, “It’s not this, it’s not this. It’s the video that sent the

sent the text message?” Olivia chuckled. Her beautiful eyes. were filled with sarcasm. “Can’t

her perfect fingertips on the tablet. She opened the list page and saw a series

a flower. “There are many more. The video of you getting someone to beat you and admit your mistake, and the video of

never revealed any flaws. Previously, she did not pursue the matter because she was too

matter.

and handed it to Blake. Then, she looked at Emma and said calmly,

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like a withered flower. It no longer had any vitality and did not even

was blank, confused,

watched the scene of bustle, it was still the Taylor family’s matter. Everyone present had status and knew how to keep a distance. They would never

arrived. Everyone surrounded her, wanting to say

only Emma, Amelia, and Ethan

he look at Emma. He was in a state

memory was gentle, generous, elegant, and pleasant. She was very kind and tolerant. She could

Emma had done so many vicious things. It was fine. if she was vicious, but she still did not repent. Even though the truth had long been exposed, she still shamelessly

Emma be such

original understanding was changed. He felt a faint pain in his heart and was completely disappointed in

crouched down next to

respect Emma. Although the current Emma

to touch Emma’s face, but before his fingertips. touched

want to

retracted his fingertips. When he opened his eyes again, his gaze was calm.

and did not say a

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no matter what she said was wrong, she

don’t want to say it, then don’t say it. But I have to

her eyes and did not speak, but her

intense pain made her bite her

of yourself!” Ethan stood up and suppressed the sadness in his eyes. His voice was indifferent.

engagement.”

that, he left

trembled violently. It was despair from

her embarrassment when she suddenly turned around and saw Emma curled up on the ground. She was shocked

don’t scare

her head. She wanted to smile at Amelia and comfort her, but she could

was terrified and quickly helped

Emma was in a better mood. She looked at Amelia and said, “Mom, I want to be alone

Amelia nodded.

went through, Emma could no longer control

still standing at

Emma, but after thinking about it, she decided to leave and leave Emma

“Emma, my daughter, must be in extreme

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too obedient and sensible. Although you are in pain, you are unwilling to pressure me. Instead, you bear it

was hugging her phone and muttering about the pain. Evelyn remained silent and listened quietly. When Emma stopped talking, she said, “Emma, my good daughter, go wash your face and go downstairs. Don’t worry,

trembled at the end with a hint

mocked herself. “Mom, my reputation is ruined. Do

was firm. “With me around, you will be fine. Samuel has already

Emma was heartbroken and desperate. “My reputation

gentle. “You have to know one thing. All the evidence about your bad

sat up, her eyes shining.

already gone. As long as he insists that Olivia is not the Taylor family’s child and says that Olivia is an ordinary woman, she’s full of lies and is scheming. For the Taylor family’s assets, she impersonated someone and set you up. Everything was orchestrated and acted by her. The so–called video was also made

hearing this, Emma’s lips quivered in excitement. She was energetic, but she still had a hint of worry. “About

to you, Liam will stand

relief, and a hint of hope appeared in her eyes. After hanging up the phone, she washed her face and put on makeup again. She even changed into a

Elaine and the others were

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happened. Although they had a good relationship with Emma, they were also surprised by her viciousness.

the first to react. She was lively and raised her hand to poke Flaine. “Ella, Isabella

Don’t think about Emma anymore. Go and see Isabella

Elaine nodded.

over slowly. After taking a few steps, they saw Olivia standing

Mary

and frowned. Disgust flashed in

“Olivia is quite powerful. Even Emma is not her match. However, no matter how powerful she is, it’s useless.

good. Isabella will not let someone like Olivia marry into

glanced at Olivia indifferently.

family. Even if she has a good background, she is not presentable. Now that she has fallen out with the Taylor family, she

did not even bother to

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to the Green family’s old lady, Cathy Green, who

the corner and looked at themselves in the mirror. After confirming that their appearance was not wrong, they walked towards Isabella in the

get close, they were stopped by

was stunned. Then, she nodded slightly and greeted politely, “Aunt Lilian.” Then, she said,

such social events. She held Elaine’s hand and said enthusiastically, “Oh dear, you are so beautiful. Isabella will definitely dote

she paused and looked troubled. “But, girl, I have to ask you to wait a little longer. Isabella is

now.”

“I’m not in a hurry.

sensible,” Aunt

was busy, Elaine, Mary, and Lola were

corner.

the people surrounding Isabella. She could not help

at it indifferently and

people. If this is the case, when

can do nothing.” Mary’s tone was straightforward. “Because the Sullivan family has such a high status! Isabella rarely attends banquets. It’s not easy to find an opportunity to greet her, so they have to grasp this chance to curry

of them were talking, they saw Olivia walking

Is she going to greet Isabella too? How can

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such shameless?”

Lola began to gloat. “Hey, we should get closer and take a look. She will definitely be stopped.

think of her

Lola liked this kind of gossip. Lola and Mary

expected, Aunt Lilian immediately rushed in front of

quickly. It’s

Lilian, to their surprise,

How could this be?

out of their sockets. Coincidentally,

Harper, why did Aunt

this, Harper looked puzzled. “Why

so many guests. here

a guest. She’s Daniel’s

mother, there’s no need to queue

the other two were in

“It’s so tiring for Olivia to wear such high heels. Isabella will definitely be heartbroken. Olivia can go

had been standing there for more than half an

not tired at

Olivia was going to

dissatisfaction.

the Sullivan family previously. She did not respect you when she talked with you. Why are

was a little nonchalant and she did not care much. “It’s just human

uncomfortable and muttered, “She’s so picky about you. Aren’t you

moved her eyes. The dazzling light landed at the end of her eyes, accentuating her already long

was

in this world has the ability to

stunned and subconsciously looked up at

for so

it would become easy and effortless for

her, being angry was an unnecessary

over.” Olivia walked towards Isabella. “She’s Andrew’s grandmother after

she looked up and saw Olivia. She frowned subconsciously, and

found. Cathy did not have any ill feelings towards her. In fact, she even felt a little regretful. She often advised Amelia to treat Olivia

happened before made Cathy hate

biological mother after all. Olivia did not have any affection for them. She did not care about Amelia’s reputation at all and directly exposed the truth. She was even aggressive.

eyes. Initially, Cathy wanted to find fault with her, but after sizing her up, Cathy became more and more

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girl was actually so beautiful. It

eyes, they were

heart softened, so she didn’t say anything harsh. She just sighed, “You’re

Isabella grabbed Olivia’s hand and said with a smile, “This is

was stunned. She looked at Isabella

“What did you say?”

focused on them. She grabbed Olivia’s hand and

it was steady and

staring at Olivia in a daze. When she heard this, her grip. on the

could this be? How

would Isabella acknowledge

a small family? She didn’t know etiquette and didn’t know the rules of high

been alone for so many years without a woman by his

frowned and nodded. “Olivia is

destroyed Emma without a trace. Then, she quietly

How scheming.

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feet were cold as if her entire

the time Mary and Lola realized that something was

Elaine had already passed through the crowd and stood

hearts skipped a beat when they saw this. They quickly went forward and

“Don’t be rash. You can’t make a fool of yourself on such

no power or money. Even the Taylor family does not care about her. There are plenty of ways to deal with

smile at the two of them, indicating that she

and would not do anything

and Mary heaved a sigh of relief. Among the few of them, Elaine was the least talkative, but she was the most confident when. she did what

looked at Olivia in

as she finished speaking,

in a low voice, “What

“I’m not spouting nonsense. I clearly saw Olivia sitting

Lola looked at each other

Olivia had a problem with her background to

recognition from

revealed that Olivia loved others at

and immediately walked to Elaine. She hugged her arm and nodded heavily. She said, “I saw it

was furious. If not for her manners, she would have thrown her cup to the

Aunt Lilian and said, “That’s right, that’s too

at each other and thought to themselves, “Here

imagination, Olivia would definitely be chased

very bad. She did not care about the occasion.

retort.

was destined to make

miss a single detail. Elaine had been holding her anger all the time at the banquet today. Now, she could finally have a good

Harper did not disappoint Elaine. Although she did not smash the cup, she threw a snack away.

too much!” She stomped her foot

action, Elaine looked

She said hatefully, “Ryan is too much! How

corners of Elaine’s mouth curled up to a mocking smile as

is Daniel’s girlfriend. How can Ryan snatch

on Elaine’s

there was something wrong with her

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Had she

Harper in a daze,

moment, Aunt Lilian said hatefully, “That’s right. Ryan is too immoral. Miss Olivia is clearly Daniel’s girlfriend. How can he be so fawning?

little worried about Olivia. Although she did not like Olivia, Olivia was still her granddaughter. Cathy thought that it was really

about how to plead for Olivia, she heard Aunt Lilian and Harper’s words. She froze and her

that Aunt Lilian and Harper were being

Isabella and was about to say something. However, Isabella took a glass of wine

this, Cathy’s heart skipped a beat. She thought, “Is she

splash the wine. She just handed the glass to Olivia and said, “Try it. This wine

and took a sip. Then, she smiled. “It’s indeed

her eye, she saw that Aunt Lilian was still angry. She immediately said, “Alright,

was a little unhappy. She said to Isabella, “Isabella,

and said nonchalantly, “It is normal that many men like our Olivia. Olivia is beautiful and has a good personality. There

and

thought, “Is there something wrong with the Sullivan family? How could

They could not understand. Could it be that Isabella loved

shock, a deep man’s voice

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late!”

around and realized that it was

upstairs. When she saw Samuel, she

and tears rolled down her

Samuel, “Mr. Taylor, you’re late. Didn’t you see?

finish, he was interrupted

was cold and firm. “She didn’t

The busybody was stunned.

did not

it be that the matter was

Someone asked, “What’s with the audio

expression was cold. “It’s just a fake. Technology is so advanced now. It’s

made by Olivia, why didn’t Amelia and Emma explain

sit still anymore. She couldn’t help but ask, “Samuel, why do I feel more and more confused?

stunned. When they heard

Cathy’s words, they couldn’t help but look at Samuel, waiting for him to

and looked at Samuel without blinking,

gaze was cold, as if the

a conspiracy!” Samuel closed his eyes

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handed over by Isabella. She casually placed the wine glass on the

to Samuel, Olivia was a

strictly, she had many bad habits. She was very vulgar and was prone to jealousy. She admired vanity and liked to steal things. She

she framed Emma and forged the audio

She was simply scum!

When she heard Samuel say that Olivia was greedy for the Taylor family’s assets, her wrist trembled and she

calming herself

be completely expelled from upper–class society. Even if she was beautiful, Daniel would not be with such a vicious woman. Samuel didn’t have any feelings for Olivia who had been lost for 18 years. He was even a little angry

he had not been careless, he would not

mentioned this matter anymore, every time

Olivia was not obedient at all. She always contradicted him and did not have any respect for him as a father. Compared to Emma, the difference

having another woman at home, but he hated a disobedient

right. The child that was found from outside could not be fine. Not only did she not have any respect for her biological parents,

could destroy Emma today, she would ruin Samuel’s reputation as a father

make a prompt decision and ruin Olivia’s reputation

staggered a few steps and held onto a pillar beside her, barely

thought, “What is going on?

is my daughter,

stared at Amelia. “Are you still going to hide it for her at a time like this? She pretended to be our daughter, hurt Emma, and enjoyed the Taylor family’s wealth. Our biological daughter

was stunned. She seemed to have understood something. Her lips. trembled violently, and her body trembled violently. She did not

that Amelia was silent and tacitly agreed to this matter, her eyes flashed with

how smart and cautious you are, no matter how arrogant you are just now, it cannot change the fact that no one

who shouldn’t have been born. You shouldn’t exist

long as they confirmed today that Olivia was not the Taylor family’s child, everything would

Samuel and Amelia were unwilling, Olivia could not do

would be removed from the Taylor family forever. No one

people who came to attend the Green family’s birthday banquet today were all rich businessmen and nobles. Almost all the upper–class people were here. With these people as witnesses and confirming that Olivia’s character was bad, not only would she have no place in the upper–class society, but even the scientific research world would

on her. Even if her scientific research ability was really strong and she obtained the

one would believe her. She would completely fall to the bottom of society and become the lowest level that everyone

of this, the corners of Emma’s mouth curled up slightly. Her gaze gently moved to Olivia, wanting to see her panic and helplessness. However,

eat at a time like

Emma almost roared.

coldly. He was not satisfied

“What else do

for a moment. She looked up in surprise with

corner of Samuel’s mouth moved as he shouted angrily, “Don’t play the fool! Do you think our Taylor family is easy to bully? You pretended to be the Taylor family’s child and bullied Emma. Aren’t you

also spoke up and said sternly, “You still want to fool

Olivia

Emma was speechless.

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shouldn’t Olivia be flustered and anxious to find a way to prove that she was the Taylor family’s child?

Emma was very confused.

plate to the waiter beside her. At the same time, her

flawlessly. There was no omission at all. Olivia’s thought of starting with the identification report was probably

looking for the omissions

she received it, she did not. look at it at all. Instead, she handed it to Blake and said, “Take it and make a copy. Everyone present

moved very quickly. She got a photocopier and carried a stack back in a moment. The waiter

that everyone would get a

coldly from the sidelines, believing that Olivia was making a final

perfect. He was not afraid of

the report was sent, Olivia stood up and looked around calmly. She said, “As everyone

the test results at the back of the report. They were not related by blood, so

sigh of relief and looked straight at Samuel. “Since we’re not related by blood and you’re not my family, I don’t have to suffer

What did she mean?

Blake and said, “Call the police. Didn’t they say that

came back to

Olivia, she actually…

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bunch of reasons. “Family scandals can’t be aired in public. This is the Taylor family’s matter. How can you call the police?”

is just a family matter. You can’t

that, she looked up at Olivia and magnanimously added, “Although you’re not the Taylor family’s child, Samuel and Amelia are kind and can’t bear to see you go to jail.

and glanced at Samuel coldly. She said slowly, “Since family scandals can’t be publicized, why are you publicizing

Samuel was speechless.

with

such an occasion were not incompetent. All of them were smart people. It was just that this matter concerned the Taylor family’s matters and they were unwilling to get involved in it. They were just here to join in the

was very suspicious. Since Olivia’s evidence was fake, she should be afraid

all kinds of thoughts and guesses

speak without thinking, “Why don’t you know what’s good for you? It’s obvious that you have evil intentions and are full of lies. You want to get the Taylor family’s assets.

“Please

was speechless and he was so angry that his eyes widened. Emma was more thoughtful. She first scanned the crowd and bowed to everyone. Then, she said, “Everyone present is a well–mannered person. I

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honestly. However, Olivia, if you call

long as you apologize today, we won’t pursue all

if this matter blows up. Although the Taylor family is powerful, we don’t want to bully you. As long

would be a little troublesome if she called the

to put on a show and humiliate herself. There was no evidence of anything. The two people, the Taylor family had dealt with them and

way to put pressure on others, it was not impossible to resolve it. If Olivia knew

didn’t know what was good for her and insisted on making a scene to the point of no return, Liam would

something a girl like Olivia

1. to.

expression suddenly turned sharp. She stared fixedly at Olivia, her eyes

said to Isabella and apologized sincerely, “Mrs. Sullivan, I’m really sorry. Because of our negligence,

was still a little confused. What was going on? Didn’t Samuel know about the relationship between Olivia and

Olivia with a strong aura and faced Samuel. “You keep saying that

this is what you said. There’s no evidence at

is too funny. Don’t you know how to investigate?

Although it would destroy Olivia, it was not good for the Taylor family. If they could be schemed against successfully, it meant that the Taylor family was not strong enough and

that his lips trembled. However, as an elder, he was too embarrassed to argue with a teenage girl like

Instead, Amelia spoke.

head and remained silent, as if she had suffered a huge blow. Only now did she slowly

my fault. I

gently. “It’s all missed my daughter so much that someone took advantage

sad now, her eyes were clear. Amelia could withstand the blow and not be

Amelia. “Amelia,

over. When she passed by Olivia, her body stiffened for

not even look at Olivia, as

slowly, “At first, when Olivia came to look for us, my family said that she was suspicious. I was too persistent and

and tears rolled down her face. “Olivia has been missing for 18 years. I think about her day and night. I really

couldn’t continue and

well. They knew the pain of losing her daughter. When her daughter was

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comfort her longing for her daughter, she

pitiful. They were willing

daughter so much. If Olivia was really her daughter, how

she said with certainty that Olivia was not her

be true.

with a tissue and continued, “Later on, Olivia gradually became abnormal. She often contradicted Samuel and I. She was often impatient and

a girl from a wealthy family who had lost her way. She was adopted by an old man when she was young. However, the old man was very old and only gave her food. He didn’t have the ability to teach her. The more she grew up, the more bad she became. She had been lying since she was young and liked violence. She was a delinquent in school. When she grew

to be really sad and could not control herself at all.

had not patted her back to

As Cathy comforted her, she glared at Olivia. It was all because of Olivia that

why are you so vicious? Do you know that your actions almost. harmed Amelia? She’s already in poor health.

ignored Cathy and quietly

Amelia’s body shrank

Olivia. “Do

her eyes. It was as if

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it all the blood in

like a walking corpse. After a long time, she finally said,

to prevent the guilt and pain in her eyes from being discovered,

and confidently,

IT

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finished speaking, Amelia’s face

tried her best to deny it. However, when she met Olivia’s indifferent gaze, she was like a chicken being strangled and instantly fell

feel uncomfortable. Amelia struggled to breathe twice, and finally, her heart twitched. Her vision

called out. Her body kept trembling as she hurriedly

Amelia. She held her hand and exclaimed,

at Olivia. “It’s all your fault. If anything happens to Amelia today, I won’t let you off!”

trembling. “You, you’re really vicious! Do you know what Amelia has experienced? Do you know how she survived all these years? For your own selfishness, you caused her to experience the

before continuing, “Today, if anything goes wrong with Amelia, you will be the murderer! You will stay in prison for the rest of

this. They subconsciously

viciousness, causing Amelia to suffer the pain

came back to her senses, she immediately walked to Amelia

Don’t you dare hurt Amelia!” Emma stood

suddenly turned cold, and her entire person was as sharp as a

Missing Paringe

and her entire body stiffened. For a moment, she felt as if the person in front of her was not a

stood to the side. She could not help but

her just now? Why did she move

she did not dare to walk over now. Her legs were extremely

and slow to react. It was only

she was interrupted by Isabella. “Lower your voice. Let Olivia do

with Isabella’s status, it was impossible for her to lie. After hesitating for a moment, she decided to let Olivia feel her pulse. After all, the ambulance had

quickly understood Amelia’s body. She raised her hand and pressed on Amelia’s body. In less than three seconds, Amelia

1. up.

this, they couldn’t help but be excited. Olivia really knew medicine, and she looked quite

discussion and focused on Amelia. Her tone was

little stunned to be faced with

sigh of relief and helped

when she supported Amelia, it did not tremble at all. It was steady, appropriate, and

after resting for a few days.” Olivia’s hand touched Amelia’s pulse again. “I’ll prescribe you a few medicines. You’ll be fine

was stunned. She did not understand what was going on

grabbed it tightly.

a few times, she could not

Olivia looked up and carefully sized up Amelia’s expression with her gentle eyes. Seeing

like a warm spring breeze with intoxicating softness. “It was my fault just now. I apologize

faint as fog.

clear as

now, just as Amelia fainted, Olivia suddenly thought of the pregnant woman that

acid all night and had to

not to have this child. It was too scary. If this continued, her body

the pregnant woman was

firm. She loved this baby and

she would never

must have loved

love me anymore. Why should I

anything justified in this

their relationship. Amelia did not treat her badly. After all, she had loved Olivia for five years after giving birth

was enough!

for a moment before quickly changing her words. “Mrs. Taylor, I’m sorry for making you

up and retracted her

Amelia did not know what was wrong with her, nor did she know what to do. She subconsciously held Olivia’s hand tightly and did not let her leave. She muttered, “Don’t go.

hand. Her beautiful fingers slowly,

out, Amelia felt an emptiness in her heart. It was as if a big hand was

that Amelia bit her wrist. Her back collapsed as if someone had taken her bone away, and she fell limply to the

not help but

Her daughter was gone!

by Amelia’s reaction. She didn’t look angry at all. Instead,

hugged Amelia and shouted, “Quickly,

here?”

not look at Amelia. Instead, he pushed Olivia heavily. His gaze was cold. “What did you do? Did you use some vicious method

looks like she has a heartache. However,

Amelia’s body just now.

remember now. I’ve seen her before! She’s Olivia, the Smith Cuisine Hall’s Olivia. That seared salmon with herbed couscous was

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person spoke, the more certain he sounded. “I was at the Smith Cuisine Hall that day. I saw it

person who came was sitting far away, so he did not see Olivia’s face clearly. He only vaguely heard her name, but he forgot about it after that. It was only when he saw Olivia’s

the Taylor family say that Olivia grew up in the countryside? She doesn’t have any background and her character isn’t good. How is she related to the

Hall was not just an ordinary restaurant. It was said that it had

Smith Cuisine Hall’s background was not ordinary. Only those top people or those who were extremely well–informed knew the relationship between the Smith Cuisine

they heard someone call out the relationship between Olivia and the Smith Cuisine Hall, they started to

anymore. She looked at

body. It’s said that it’s an ancient recipe passed down from their ancestors. Food is different from others. It is really important. If you play tricks on the food and something goes wrong, it will be a huge sin!” Emma’s acting skills were not bad. She portrayed her pity vividly and tried her best to discredit Olivia’s character. She

salmon with herbed couscous could not be smeared with just a few

“How do you

Mmg Thing

couscous was created by Olivia. Everyone saw and heard it on their own that day. Moreover, Olivia

secret recipe had been publicized, but she did not know the details. Now that she

was not that she was deliberately slandering Olivia,

the Smith Cuisine Hall’s signature dish.

not

thought of this. Samuel had

and deceiving others. But no one believed it. Look, here’s the evidence! First, she deceived the Taylor family, and now she deceived the Smith Cuisine Hall. Everyone, think about it. The seared. salmon with herbed couscous appeared eight years ago. At that time, Olivia

anyone be so skillful at the age of 16? Those famous doctors who had master’s degrees and PhDs for ten years did not dare to say that they

everyone agreed with him, Taylor continued with a smug expression, “I don’t know what kind of trick you used to fool the Smith. Cuisine Hall’s master, making people think that you’re really the seared salmon with herbed couscous’s creator. Unfortunately, you were still

his train of thought became. At the same time, the nervousness

framing her. Although his words were firm, he was actually very nervous. However, now that he was involved in the Smith

realized that Olivia’s character might

his heart was completely

that he was slandering Olivia, but that she had a bad character to

Amelia was only emotionally unstable and that her

swept across everyone, and she saw Samuel

was focused on Amelia. She did

sneered, “You’re still pretending. Have you forgotten how old you are? Eight years ago, you were

eyelids and nodded unhurriedly. “Yes, I

at

He could not help

was 15 years old when

Samuel was speechless.

at pretending. Isn’t she afraid that her secret would

a genius? Fifteen? Why don’t you say you are five

created a recipe when I was 15. Can this be recognized as a

Samuel was speechless.

were also at a loss for words. If she could not

thoughts had been led astray, Emma quickly said, “You said that the seared salmon with herbed couscous was created by you. What evidence do

asked calmly, “Why

meaningless. In the past, she cared about the Taylor family and Amelia’s feelings. That was why she tolerated everything and allowed Emma to play tricks. Now, she had

even talking to them was a waste of

turned to look at Cathy. “Now, I have nothing to

Isabella and

had only taken two steps when she was stopped by Samuel. “Where

up and glanced at Samuel. Her clear eyes were filled with indifference

unwilling to say another word

in a business–like tone, “Mr. Taylor, regarding your defamation of Olivia, and Emma’s hiring of a murderer to rape Olivia, I’ve already called the police and submitted all the evidence. Now, I’m kindly reminding you to quickly hire a good lawyer, or you and Emma might end up in

You called the police!” Samuel was shocked and furious. His eyes widened

just stand here and let you

it. He kept shaking his head. “Impossible, impossible. You’ve always been here. How would

for a moment. She looked at Samuel as if looking at a

to call the

woman and she could not cause any

Olivia was completely different from what

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the past, she was willing to tolerate and respect the Taylor family’s people because she

and Amelia were her biological parents.

at this point, Samuel’s actions were getting more and more overboard. His methods could be said to be despicable, completely exhausting her

was already unwilling to say a

expression and complete disregard for his existence, Samuel suddenly felt a sense of depression and resentment. The more he thought about it, the more indignant

power or money. She only has a little reputation, but she actually dares to

if I don’t teach her a lesson, she will not know

powerless orphan girl. Don’t tell me you want to fight me! I can call the police station and make you suffer!”

who was waiting to see Olivia’s panicked

“So, are you telling me this purely to scare me, or are you hinting that you have connections and will use unorthodox methods to distort the truth to solve

was at a

She really wondered if she was related to the Taylor family by blood. Samuel’s IQ

really so arrogant that

dvd

with your words and acond Although this recording can’t be used as concrete eftere, as long ai

was so angry that he

was showing it to him. She spun it a few times and then threw it to Blake. She said to Samuel, ‘I don’t know how to treat you now. On one hand, you’re framing and slandering my reputation, and on the other

She turned to Blake and said. ‘I understand now, Samuel is really righteous. It seems that he intends to defame me and accuse me of impersonating the Taylor family’s bloodline. In fact, he wants to use this matter to remind me to quickly call the police and there’s no need

his body was trembling. He quickly denied, “What

and smiled lightly. She had always been cold and indifferent and rarely smiled. However, this smile

filled with teasing

instantly froze and

unable to react.

Olivia was simply so beautiful that

You’re clearly helping

tried his best to deny

nodded. “I know. You’re

so angry that

the other guests could not help but burst out laughing. They thought to themselves that Olivia was really a wonderful person. Olívia didn’t tangle with Samuel for too long. His chest heaving up

Olivia’s upbringing, she did not say the last

that I like recording, can’t you be more careful with your words and actions? Although this recording can’t be used as concrete evidence, as long as I announce it, no matter what,

was so angry that

said to Samuel, “I don’t know how to treat you now. On one hand, you’re framing and slandering my reputation, and on the other hand, you’re rushing to give me the evidence. It’s really

impersonating the Taylor family’s

his body was trembling. He quickly denied, “What nonsense are you talking about? That’s not what

lightly. She had always been cold and indifferent and rarely smiled. However, this smile was like a beautiful flower that had just bloomed. In an instant, it shone