Chapter 236

In Mala.

Gillian held the phone without saying a word.

After a long while, she suddenly scoffed.

“It turns out that for the past 20 years, what I eat, what I wear, and what I use are all bestowed upon me by Olivia.

“In that case, I should really thank her.

“Perhaps I should kneel down to her to express my gratitude.”

When Gillian was in the dining room, she managed to keep her emotions. under control in front of Jarron.

But when she was alone in her bedroom, her temper rose inside her like lava.

In a fit of rage, she threw the pillows, bolster, and blanket to the floor and stomped on them violently.

Only then did her anger quelled a little.

“Good, very good. Olivia is so selfless.

“You like to win people’s hearts with these small favors. No wonder Blake, Yanis, and Roland in the Smith family all take her side.

“This is the reason.

“In their eyes, they must think that Jarron and I are ungrateful. Olivia has been so good to us and sacrificed so much.

“We don’t appreciate her kindness. Instead, we bear a grudge against her. “But Roland and the others should know if Oliva really cares, why didn’t she teach me the miraculous treatments of the Smith family?

“She is such a hypocrite.

“If I master the miraculous treatments and possess superb medical skills, I could save those people and get those expensive clothes and premium foods myself.

Who needs Olivia’s self–righteous charity?

Olivia gets the entire pie and only gives us the crumbs. Yet, we have to be grateful for it

What kind of logic is this? This is so unfairl

At that moment, Gillian was smoldering with anger. She hated Olivia to the bone.

Her expression was cold and terrifying.

Sitting on the bed, it took her a while to cool off and regain her composure.

She then made a call to Tracy at the Smith Cuisine Hall, asking about the progress of the medicinal dishes.

Before she came to Mala, she had given Tracy two recipes, both of which were for nourishing health. Even though the recipes were incomplete, it should not affect the medicinal effect.

The phone rang for a long moment and no one answered.

Gillian puckered her brows and her face darkened.

After a while, the phone was picked up.

“Tracy.” Gillian suppressed her anger. “How’s the making of the medicinal dishes going?”

Tracy remained silent. After a long while, she sneered and said, “You still have the nerve to call me?”

Gillian was baffled and slightly stunned.

“Tracy?” She did not understand why Tracy was so angry.

Gillian softened her voice. Her tone was as gentle as a fresh breeze. “What’s wrong? If I’ve done something that upsets you, you can just criticize me. Please don’t keep it to yourself and not tell me.”

Tracy switched the phone to her other hand. While she had become calmer, she still pulled a long face.

Previously, she had decided to help Gillian because Gillian had a pleasant personality and treated others with respect, especially the elders of the Smith family.

On the contrary, Olivia was always occupied with all kinds of things. Tracy hadn’t even met her before. In other words, Olivia was no different from a stranger to her.

But the real reason she supported Gillian was to exchange for the Smith family’s medicinal recipes, not because Gillian had a gentle nature.

You still have the cheek to ask me?” Tracy was inflamed. The recipes Qugave me are garbage. It’s not the Smith family’s secret recipes hey felt embarrassed at the mention of it.

As soon as she had received the recipes from Gillian, she immediately had her two apprentices, Cynthia and Charlie, work on creating medicinal dishes.

Unfortunately, after pondering for a week, they still had no clue.

Cynthia lost her temper and said, “Maybe there’s a problem with the recipes.”

Even though Charlie did not say it out loud, he implied the same sentiment.

In order to reassure her two apprentices, Tracy showed the recipes to an expert. To her surprise, the doctor said that those were not precious medicinal recipes as there were many similar ones out there. Most importantly, the recipes were incomplete…

Therefore, it was impossible to make something that had medicinal effects.

Tracy’s face turned extremely red. She felt too embarrassed to face her apprentices.

Putting on a front, she asked, “If the recipes are complete, can they make. medicinal dishes?”

The old doctor adjusted his glasses and looked up at her. “Tracy, you’re an experienced chef. How can you ask such a question?

“If a recipe can be adapted so easily to make a medicinal dish, patients. won’t need medicine. They can just take medicinal cuisine.”

The doctor lowered his head and fiddled with the recipes. “Not all recipes. can be changed to make medicinal dishes.

“In a general sense, medicinal cuisine is basically made by cooking nutritious ingredients with herbs. It can nourish and protect the body and boost health, but it is not meant for treating illnesses. Many people are fooled by the fancy names of the dishes, but dietary alone cannot replace medicine.”

The old doctor provided an example. “Such as your family’s medicinal dishes healing chicken soup and wholesome lentil soup, are essentially just gimmicks. They have very little medicinal effect.

“However, your seared salmon with herbed couscous is totally different. The old doctor smacked his lips as if he was savoring the aftertaste.

ou’ve all made these dishes before, so you should know the difference

them Most medicinal dishes use meat or vegetables as main

ingredients and herbs as seasoning.

“However, seared salmon with herbed couscous is not the same. Its ingredients include fish, vegetables, carbs, berries, and your family’s special herbs. It is a well–balanced dish that offers a wide variety of nutrients and medicinal properties that are good for health.

“It’s because this dish is so amazing that your family becomes famous.” Seared salmon with herbed couscous was really different from the other dishes. The other medicinal dishes might have some effects on health, but very minimal. Whereas seared salmon with herbed couscous produced noticeable results.

And it could greatly boost the body’s immune system.

Moreover, it was not only effective but also incredibly delicious, so much so that it could be considered a gourmet dish.

Tracy did not know how she had left the old doctor’s place. All she remembered was that she felt terribly embarrassed.

However, she was unwilling to accept that and had called two other well–known experts to ask them about the recipes and medicinal cuisine.

The results were the same.

It was almost impossible to change the recipes to make medicinal dishes. that had the same effect as traditional medicine.

Tracy was in complete despair.

Hence, she had given up on finding the other medicinal recipes and decided to continue making seared salmon with herbed couscous. Although the recipe for the dish had been made public by Olivia, it was rarely cooked at home due to its precious ingredients and complex cooking steps. It demanded precise timing and a high level of skill in cooking, so very few people would attempt to make it at home. Most people would prefer to eat it at the Smith Cuisine Hall.

Tracy felt that as long as she continued to perfect seared salmon with herbed couscous, it would remain the signature dish of the restaurant She was no longer asking for anything else, nor was she willing to create unnecessary problems.

She did not want to believe the nonsense Gillian said.

Therefore, she had not been in contact with Gillian all this while

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bedsheets with her left hand and said anxiously, “Perhaps the doctor’s medical skills are not good enough?”

“He’s an expert in the city hospital.”

Tracy did not want to be too harsh since Gillian knew the Smith family’s miraculous treatments. Tracy would probably need it one day. “It’s impossible to change the recipes to make medicinal dishes. It’s my fault. I took it for granted and was blinded by the profits of seared salmon with herbed couscous.

“But don’t worry. Even though Olivia has revealed the recipe of the dish to the public, you were the one who gave it to me first. I’ll still share the profits with you, but it won’t be as much as before.”

Gillian gripped the phone tightly and moved her lips, wanting to say no.

But she couldn’t open her mouth.

During her time in Mala, she had been busy learning the Smith family’s miraculous treatments and had no income at all.

Apart from paying her living expenses in Mala, she had to purchase gowns to attend social events, All of this cost a lot of money.

If she did not have any income, she would soon not be able to make ends

meet.

“Five percent,” Tracy suggested.

The amount was significantly less than before. It was one–sixth of the previous thirty percent.

Gillian suddenly clenched her fists. After a long time, the icy expression. on her face finally softened.

She feigned reluctance and said, “Actually, I shouldn’t have asked for 5%. After all, this is the Smith family’s recipe. And now, I…”

Before Gillian could finish her words, Tracy immediately agreed. “Okay, I won’t give any to you then.”

Gillian’s mouth fell open but she was too shocked to say anything.

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Olivia had yet to decide whether to attend the International Medical Association conference or not.

But there was still plenty of time to think about that, as it was half a month away.

Before that, she had to make a trip back to the Hushe Republic. The research institute had been urging her for a while.

She had sent them some materials, but they still had many questions. related to the operational aspect.

After boarding the plane, Olivia sat in her seat and started reading a book.

Daniel sat beside her.

There were only four people in the first–class cabin. Unexpectedly, one of the passengers knew Daniel.

Someone turned around and greeted him.

“Mr. Sullivan?” came a soft voice.

Olivia looked up and saw a woman as exquisite as a doll.

Daniel directed his gaze from the book to the woman. When he saw her, he was slightly stunned and struggled to remember who she was.

The woman chuckled. “Mr. Sullivan, you’re a busy man. I don’t think you remember me. Let me introduce myself.”

The woman paused for a second and spoke again. Her voice was light and not as warm as before.

“I’m Freya Jensen. I was an ambassador of your jewelry brand.”

Daniel then remembered.

Freya was an actress who enjoyed immense popularity recently. She had great looks, high EQ, impressive educational and family background, and outstanding acting skills. It was said that her family was very rich.

Her fans often remarked that if Freya wasn’t so devoted to acting, she would have to go back home to inherit the family business.

Her image aligned with Daniel’s jewelry brand, so she was invited to be the ambassador.

Daniel had only met her once at a party with the business partners, so he

did not have a deep impression of her.

Freya was a woman with a great sense of humor. Although they didn’t know each other well, she was good at making conversation.

Unfortunately, Daniel did not pay much attention to her and maintained only superficial responses.

On the other hand, Olivia was very curious about the actress.

She stuck her head out and greeted her. “Hi, nice to meet you.”

Freya knew that someone was sitting beside Daniel, but she was seated a bit too far away to see the person clearly.

Surprisingly, Olivia leaned out to talk to her.

Freya was stunned for a moment. Her gaze fixated on Olivia for quite some time.

After a while, she said with a smile, “I’m sorry, you’re too beautiful. I was blown away.”

Olivia responded with a smile.

That smile took Frey’s breath away.

She turned around and took a moment to collect herself on her seat.

She had seen all kinds of gorgeous women in the entertainment industry, but she was mesmerized by Olivia’s beauty, which showed how exceptionally beautiful Olivia was.

After regaining her composure, Freya turned around again and looked at Olivia.

The two of them chatted about the movies Frey had starred in. One of which was particularly famous and carried a profound meaning. It had won many awards.

The movie told a story about the dilemma of saving or not saving a

person.

Olivia recognized Freya because she had watched the movie.

The two of them didn’t know each other well and had nothing much to talk about. In addition, it was the only movie of Freya that Olivia had seen, so their conversation revolved around it.

Freya was not very interested and only gave Olivia perfunctory

responses

Throughout the conversation, her eyes kept wandering between the black

hairpin on Olivia’s head and the black smartwatch on her wrist.

Then, she curled her lips in contempt.

“I see. She is just a sugar baby.”

Olivia saw through Freya’s thoughts.

Her enthusiasm waned in an instant. She realized that the resolute and courageous character in the movie was just a role Freya played. not a representation of her as a person.

So, Olivia ended the chat and resumed reading.

Freya had been trying to engage Daniel in a conversation.

For some reason, she felt that Daniel was much friendlier toward her than before and he seemed to be very interested in her acting career. It gladdened her heart.

There were rumors that Daniel avoided having romantic relationships. with women and did not even have a girlfriend. People said that he lived a clean and scandal–free life.

Freya used to believe it. But now she saw it as nothing more than an illusion.

It wasn’t that Daniel didn’t want a woman, but he had high standards.

Freya took out a mirror and looked at herself. She felt that she was not much inferior to Olivia. Although she didn’t have features as delicate as Olivia, she was also very attractive.

Most importantly, she came from a good family, though not as wealthy and prominent as the Sullivan family, her family was quite famous in the local cities.

“What’s so good about that sugar baby? She was just a plaything.

“I’m much better than her,” Freya thought.

Lunch was served on the plane.

The plain ready–prepared food made one lose their appetite at first glance.

Freya noticed that Daniel had barely touched his food. So she said gently, I ordered some food in advance and it came with a generous portion. If you don’t mind, you can try this.”

Daniel tilted his head slightly and wanted to say no. But when his gaze

to Freya’s lunch for a second, he immediately changed his ming

“Thank you very much.”

“You’re welcome, Mr. Sullivan.” Freya’s beautiful eyes flickered.

She raised her hand to stop the flight attendant. Then, she stood up and personally brought the food over.

Daniel didn’t think there was anything wrong with Freya’s behavior. Ever since he was young, he had gotten used to being flattered and served by others.

Nonetheless, as a man with a good upbringing, he nodded at Freya to express his gratitude.

Freya chuckled. Her gaze was gentle, warm, and intent, looking as if they were glued to Daniel’s face.

Just as she was about to turn around and leave, her gaze landed on Olivia. There was a faint provocation in her eyes.

Olivia was eating a salad that wasn’t quite to her taste. Sensing an intense gaze above her head, she subconsciously raised her head and saw Freya’s provocative look.

“Why is she looking at me in that way?” Olivia was puzzled.

Freya sneered with an arrogant expression.

“She is indeed a poor girl from a humble family. All she does is eat. She doesn’t care if her sugar daddy enjoys the food.

“Daniel will probably get tired of her soon.”

Just as Freya was thinking about it, Daniel placed the food she brought over in front of Olivia.

He said in a gentle voice, “I noticed that you didn’t eat much just now. So I thought you probably don’t like the in–flight meal. Try this and see if it suits your taste.”

Olivia picked up a piece of beef with a fork and tasted it. Her face lit up. “It’s delicious.”

Have some more then. Daniel even took a napkin and wiped the corners of her mouth.

When he turned around and saw Freya, he asked in surprise, “Why are you still here?”

Freya was dumbfounded.

A low and melodious laugh like the sound of cello was bear

Olivia looked over and realized that the laughter came from the seat in

front.

Freya freaked out and flew into a rage out of humiliation. “What are you laughing at?”

“Can’t I laugh?” The curtain in front was slowly drawn back, revealing a fair and exceptionally beautiful face.

Ernesto leaned against the armrest with one arm resting on the back of the seat. It was an unruly action.

However, when he did it, he exuded an enchanting charm that

mesmerized everyone.

Freya couldn’t take her eyes off him and was unable to think of anything to reproach him.

“What are you looking at?” The man who was laughing heartily just now suddenly took on a stern expression. His eyes were filled with hostility. “If you look again, I’ll gouge your eyeballs out!” His tone was calm, but his words carried extreme cruelty.

There seemed to be a vortex of danger in Ernesto’s eyes as he stared at. Freya motionlessly.

In just a moment, Freya looked as if she was in a trance. Then, she suddenly raised her hand to dig her eyes.

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Freya’s sudden reaction startled the flight attendant next to her. The flight attendant quickly went forward to stop her.

However, Freya only gently touched her eyelids with her fingertips and did not intend to dig her eyeballs out.

She blinked and smiled at the flight attendant. “I scared you, didn’t I? I was just teasing you.”

The flight attendant had no words for her.

Freya swayed her arms and walked back to her seat. Sitting on the chair, she muttered something to herself.

Olivia lowered her head to eat, seemingly uninterested in everything around her.

After taking a few bites, she felt an intense gaze above her head.

She looked up and happened to meet Ernesto’s eyes.

Ernesto propped up his chin in his palm. His blue eyes curved as he smiled at Oliva. “You’re so good–looking. You and I are a great match.” He pointed at himself, looking very interested in Olivia.

Olivia ignored him and quickly retracted her gaze. Then, she lowered her head and continued eating.

After finishing the meal, she took a napkin and slowly wiped her mouth.. Only then did she raise her head and size up the man seriously.

“So?” The man smiled. “Are you interested in me?”

Olivia nodded.

Ernesto wore a smug face and was about to speak.

Just then, Olivia asked in a cold yet slightly confident voice, “You are… Ernesto?”

The man was shocked and became even more interested in Olivia. “You know me?”

“Yes,” Olivia replied. “Mr. Smithson talked to me about the Wilcox family before. He said that Gillian had contacted the Wilcox family in

Fesmuowana and told me to be careful.

Ernesto raised his eyebrows:

Olivia went on in a low voice, “I’ve investigated you. The Wilcox family has a great influence in Fesmuowana. Your father is the head of the family, and your brother is his successor. However, the most intimidating person in the Wilcox family is you.

“Ernesto Wilcox, the world’s top hypnotist.”

“Snore.” Ernesto suddenly became uninterested. He thought that he had met an interesting beauty, but it turned out that she was a coward who immediately went to gather information about him after getting wind of something.

Olivia asked, “Are you back in the country to see Gillian?”

Ernesto raised his eyebrows and said, “You’ve investigated quite

thoroughly. Why are you so afraid of me? Are you afraid that I will make a move against you?”

“What else can it be?” Olivia nodded. Her gaze briefly swept over Ernesto and she suddenly smiled. “Mr. Wilcox, do you think I’ll just stand idly and wait for others to plot against me?”

Knowing yourself and your enemy is the key to perpetual victory.

True wisdom is not about waiting for someone to launch an attack and repulse it brilliantly. Instead, it is about ensuring that you’ll never be in dangerous situations at the start. A wise man foresees and mitigates risks.. Olivia would never overestimate herself and always be fully prepared for everything.

That approach extended to how she treated the Taylor family. She had set up Skynet long ago to monitor the information about herself on the Internet. If there was any slanderous or defamatory content about her, she would review it immediately and delete it.

Using Skynet to monitor the Taylor family would be an abuse of power. Olivia would never do it, even if she had the authority.

However, monitoring herself was permissible.

After being deeply disappointed with the Taylor family, Olivia treated them like strangers and would never be soft–hearted again.

She had been hurt several times before by Amelia and Gillian because she cared about them.

But she didn’t care anymore, and no one could hurt her.

It’s for the prescription for insomnia, right? I can tell you clearly that I formulated the prescription. It has nothing to do with Gillian Olivia

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revealed Ernesto’s purpose for visiting Gillian directly.

Ernesto was stunned.

It was a little unexpected.

“She is so straightforward. I was expecting some dramas.”

Ernesto suffered from severe insomnia. When he couldn’t sleep in the night, he liked to watch dramas.

Based on his extensive experiences in watching dramas, a

misunderstanding would normally take dozens of episodes to resolve. The plot should be him thinking that Gillian made up the prescription for insomnia until the very end when he found out that it was a misunderstanding.

But the truth was unveiled so quickly that it bummed Ernesto out.

He felt rather upset.

He voiced his thoughts, “It is so boring to know the truth so soon. I’m expecting it to be as exciting as a TV series.”

“A TV series?”

Olivia tilted her head slightly and thought to herself, “This Ernesto is indeed as peculiar as described in the investigation file. He’s

temperamental and has wacky ideas. I can’t foresee his actions and predict them with common sense.”

Seeing that Olivia did not speak, Ernesto raised an eyebrow and a hint of wickedness flashed across his eyes.

“Why aren’t you saying anything?” Ernesto’s eyes flickered. “Why isn’t it like in movies and dramas where the truth is only revealed at the end. with many twists and turns?”

Olivia thought for a moment and said, “Probably because you’re not the main character.”

Ernesto was rendered speechless.

Olivia mercilessly ridiculed him, “You’re just a passer–by in the show. Just pass by quietly and leave. What makes you think you deserve to be treated as a male lead?”

Ernesto was stumped for words.

Why does it feel like I got stabbed in the heart?

Im not the male lead? I’m just a passer–by?

His heart sank.

Afterward, Olivia leaned back in her chair.

The flight attendant came over to serve her coffee. Olivia raised her hand and refused. Then, she pointed at Freya’s position and said calmly, “Pay more attention to her.”

The flight attendant turned back to glance at Freya, not understanding what Olivia meant.

Olivia explained. “Freya is probably hypnotized. Remember to call the police when you get off the plane.”

“How can this be?”

The flight attendant’s eyes widened in shock. She quickly turned back and presumably went to report to her supervisor.

In the front. Ernesto heard the conversation and slowly stuck his head out, between his between the back of the chair and the armrest.

From afar, one could only see a head pop up and down there.

Ernesto looked at Olivia with his big eyes and asked curiously, “How did you know she is hypnotized?”

Olivia replied, “I guess.”

Ernesto sneered. “Well, you’re lucky to have guessed it right.”

As he spoke, he raised his right hand and snapped his fingers.

After a loud slap, Freya seemed to have woken up from a nightmare and suddenly looked up. For a moment, she did not know where she was.

Ernesto was not pleased. He pouted slightly and said, “She was trying to seduce your man just now. Why did you help her?”

Olivia raised her head and said seriously, “We were rivals a while ago. But now, she and I are both the people of the Hushe Republic, and you are a foreigner. It’s my responsibility to protect my own kind.”

Ernesto became even more unhappy and muttered, “I’m not a foreigner. I’m from Fesmuowana.

His annoyance lasted only for a while, and soon Ernesto cheered up again.

He looked at Olivia and said proudly, “I have got her out of hypnosis. Let’s see how you are going to handle this when the flight attendant Comes back latere

Olivia ignored him and simply lowered her head to read.

Unfortunately, Ernesto could not stay quiet. He chattered, “Hey, say something. You haven’t replied to me.”

Olivia held her forehead and waved the fountain pen in her right hand, indicating for him to look.

Ernesto blinked in puzzlement.

Olivia sighed. “This is a voice recorder.”

Ernesto’s lips parted in silent surprise.

“How could someone be so well prepared and think ahead of others in everything?”

Ernesto’s intelligence was something he was most proud of. But someone outsmarted him. He lowered his head and looked depressed.

“Hmph, one day, I’ll hypnotize you into a dog and see how smart you can be.”

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Once Olivia returned to the Hushe Republic, she visited her grandfather at the hospital and then went straight to the research institute to study the life–saving prescription.

Meanwhile, Gillian was experiencing a string of setbacks in Mala.

First, she attended a ball with Yvonne, but no one bothered to talk to her.

Yvonne made a great effort to introduce Gillian as a renowned acupuncturist from the Hushe Republic, but nobody showed interest.

Finally, a doctor was curious about acupuncture and approached her for a discussion. In the end, he realized that she had less knowledge than a foreigner like him. So, he immediately lost interest.

Yvonne stared at Gillian. “I thought you’re very good at medicine?”

Gillian got nervous and quickly explained, “I’m a pediatrician. I’ve just learned the techniques of the Smith family’s miraculous treatments not long ago. I need time to master it.”

“How long will it take?” Yvonne was impatient, fearing that Gillian’s skills might not be improved in time for the upcoming medical association conference.

“The Smith family’s miraculous treatments are divided into three parts. I’ve learned the first part, and I’m about to start the second part which covers acupuncture techniques. It’s quite simple.“‘ Gillian swallowed and stated, “In about half a month, I’ll be able to master it.”

“Really?” Yvonne was not convinced.

Gillian nodded heavily. “Yes, I can do it.”

“Very well.” Yvonne nodded. “In a few days, I’ll get Jack to introduce you to the vice president of the International Medical Association. He’s very interested in acupuncture. You two can have a chat.”

After saying that, Yvonne was worried. “Don’t repeat what happened today. You need to improve your medical skills greatly.”

“Don’t worry. I will,” Gillian promised confidently.

After returning home from the ball, Gillian immediately started learning the Smith family’s miraculous

treatments.

It was her only hope and she had to master it as soon as possible.

Gillian had created a learning plan for herself.

She aimed to learn two acupuncture techniques every day which would allow her to cure at least five diseases.

However, when she opened the first page of the second part, she was at a loss.

“If the patient’s body is weak, the needle could only be inserted half. Run through the 40 acupuncture points by following the large intestine meridian. Depending on the severity of the patient’s symptoms, work on LI2, LI3, and so on. Adjust the duration according to the patient’s condition…”

All the acupuncture techniques were unclear and had no fixed rules.

The doctor could choose the acupuncture points according to the severity of the patient’s symptoms, or decide how long the needle was inserted based on the patient’s physical condition.

Gillian was completely dumbfounded.

The techniques were so complicated that even a genius wouldn’t be able to grasp them.

If she could assess a patient’s condition effectively, she would have become a famous physician long ago and wouldn’t need to learn the miraculous treatments.

Gillian scratched her head in frustration, overwhelmed by a feeling of helplessness.

“How could this be?”

Unwilling to give up, Gillian picked up the book and was no longer as careful as before, treating it as

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something sacred.

Instead, she quickly flipped through the pages, wanting to see what lay ahead.

The more she read, the more bewildered and anxious she became. It all looked gibberish to her.

The first page was actually the simplest.

The further she went, the more complex the content was. It was gobbledygook she could make heads or tails of it.

The third part was even worse. There were no acupuncture points and filled with mysterious and incomprehensible terms.

Gillian finally could not take it anymore. She raised her arm with all her might and threw the book to the ground.

Then, she stomped on it violently.

The book, which she had once dreamt of possessing, was now cast aside as if it were worthless.

“Why did this happen? Why?”

Gillian buried her head in her hands and cried bitterly.

On the other side, Yvonne was speaking highly of Gillian to Jack.

Jack seemed to be put on the spot. “Yvonne. The vice president is a big shot. I can hardly reach him. I’ve only met him a few times and I’m not on familiar terms with him. How am I going to introduce Ms. Dale to him?”

“Please help me. I know you must have a way.” Yvonne tugged at his sleeve. “Gillian has many prescriptions. She’s very important to me. I want to use her to enter the medical industry. Please.” “Alright.” Jack agreed reluctantly. “Tomorrow, I’m going to a family dinner. The vice president might be here. I’ll just mention her to him.”

Jack emphasized, “But I won’t recommend her strongly. I’ll just casually mention her. As for the can’t guarantee if the vice president wants to meet her.”

“That’s enough.” Yvonne nodded.

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The next day, Jack met Carlos Garcia and casually mentioned Gillian. He said that he knew a doctor from the Hushe Republic who was extremely skilled in acupuncture.

Carlos smiled and did not continue the conversation.

Ever since news of his interest in acupuncture spread, many people had introduced him to all kinds of so–called experts in acupuncture.

In the beginning, he had met them all one by one in person, only to discover that they were all quack doctors without real skills.

As time passed, his interest waned.

In fact, he was not interested in acupuncture at all. He only wanted to learn more about it because the president, Professor Ross, liked it.

When Carlos turned around and was about to leave, he suddenly heard Jack say Isaac’s name.

He was stunned for a moment and immediately asked, “Could you repeat what you’ve just said.” Jack was shocked when he saw the deputy president’s excited expression. And he took a moment to respond, “Ms. Gillian is Issac’s granddaughter. I heard that her medical skills are extraordinary.”

Carlos didn’t know many people from the Hushe Republic people and who Gillian was. He only knew that Professor Ross was very interested in a girl from the Hushe Republic.

That girl was Isaac’s granddaughter.

Unable to contain his excitement, Carlos grabbed Jack’s hand and said, “Hurry, take me to her now.”

When Yvonne called, Gillian was sitting at the head of the bed in a daze.

She had completely given up.

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When she saw Yvonne’s number, she subconsciously shivered.

She didn’t know how to face Yvonne.

“What should I do? What should I do? I couldn’t master the techniques of the miraculous treatments at

all.

“I’ve told a boastful lie. How am I supposed to cover it up?”

After shivering for a while, Gillian suddenly calmed down.

She comforted herself, “It’s alright, it’s alright. Without the miraculous treatments, I still have the prescriptions. These magical prescriptions are my last trump card.”

Gillian crawled over and picked up the phone.

Hearing Yvonne excitedly talk about the vice president wanting to see her, Gillian did not show a hint of joy. Instead, she looked a little terrified.

She dug her nails into her palms and forced herself to remain calm.

“I can’t go,” she said flatly.

Yvonne was puzzled. “Why?”

Gillian said in a low voice, “I’ll give you two prescriptions. Give them to the vice president and tell him that I have something on, so I can’t make it.”

“Oh.” Yvonne assumed that Gillian was trying to put on airs to raise her status.

“Sure,” Yvonne agreed. “I’ll have my driver go over to collect the prescriptions later.”

After handing over the prescriptions Gillian took out a secret manual.

It was a martial arts manual that she had practiced when she was young. It was divided into two parts. Isaac had only taught her the first part, and only Olivia had learned the second part by herself.

Previously, Gillian did not have time to take a look at it..

Since she didn’t need to learn the miraculous treatments anymore, she had time to read the manual.

When Gillian was young, she had always been envious of Olivia.

She envied Olivia for being able to learn the secret manual which had been passed down in the Smith family for more than a thousand years.

Not only could it strengthen the body, but it could also eliminate impurities in the body and improve skin health.

Olivia had smooth, delicate, and flawless skin. Ever since she was young, she had never had a single pimple.

It was all thanks to the martial arts manual.

With trembling hands, Gillian flipped to the first page of the second part.

There were no pictures, only cryptic text.

Gillian’s face became white. She could not believe it and continued to flip through the pages.

However, with every page she turned, her face grew paler.

The book was like the martial arts manual in television dramas

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all incomprehensible gibberish.

In it, there were references to transferring energy through great circulation, channeling Qi into the spine, breathing spiritually…

“Who the fuck could understand this?”

Gillian had a meltdown.

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These days, Gillian was too afraid to go out. She had been locking herself in her room and spending her days and nights in a daze.

Occasionally, when the phone rang, it would startle her.

Jarron asked her what was wrong, but she did not say anything. She just looked at the sky with a blank expression.

After a while, the phone rang again.

Gillian glanced at the caller ID. It was Yvonne.

Due to her inner turmoil, she was hesitant to answer the call.

After the phone rang for a long time, she carefully reached out and picked it up. “Hello…”

She had only said one word when Yvonne streamed angrily at her from the other end. “Gillian, you’re fucking messing with me! You gave me some incomplete prescriptions and made a fool out of me in front of the vice president. You even implicated Jack.”

Yvonne was so angry that her body kept trembling.

“Well, Gillian Dale, you’re quite something.

“You handed me a bunch of incomplete prescriptions, and this garbage was posted on the Internet more than ten years ago.

“It could be found with a simple search online.

“Online?” Gillian was perplexed.

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“Cut your pretense!” Yvonne’s jaw tightened. “Don’t tell me you haven’t seen Olivia’s blog. Even if you haven’t, many people have reposted it online. The prescriptions you gave me were published by her on the Internet over ten years ago.”

“Impossible!” Gillian exclaimed and hurriedly hung up the phone to search for Olivia’s blog.

As expected, it had been posted more than a decade ago.

Gillian was dumbfounded.

She called Olivia’s number in a hurry, but no one answered the phone.

Gillian refused to give up. From morning until evening, she had been persistently calling Olivia hundreds of times.

Finally, the call was picked up.

Olivia had just come out of the laboratory when she saw that there were numerous missed calls on her phone from Gillian.

She knitted her brows and picked it up.

“Olivia, did you… did you publish the prescriptions?” Gillian looked as if she had gone insane. “Those are the Smith family’s secret prescriptions. How could you publish them just like that? Does Grandpa know?”

“Not this again.”

Olivia sighed and said. “Who told you the Smith family has secret prescriptions?

“What’s wrong with you guys? You all think the same. When has Grandpa ever said that the Smith family had a secret prescription?”

After a busy day with no time for lunch, Olivia was too tired to keep her emotions in check. “Can you think about what a normal person will think? What era are you from? Do you think we’re living in ancient times, passing down knowledge from father to son, teacher to disciples?

“We’re living in the 21st century, Gillian. Please use your brain. If the Smith family has a secret

prescription, why didn’t they apply for a patent and make it available to the public? Why keep it? For a rainy day?”

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Olivia was furious and frustrated when talking about that.

In the past, Gillian had asked her multiple times about the secret prescriptions. She had explained over and over again that the Smith family did not have any secret prescriptions.

However, Gillian just wouldn’t believe it.

“Why do you think the Smith family has a secret prescription?” Olivia sat on the chair with a cold expression. “What exactly is going on in your brain? You keep fantasizing about all sorts of weird things, -like secret prescriptions and the strategy book that can develop wisdom?”

Gillian mumbled, “Grandpa told me that.”

She remembered that in the past, her illness would be cured very quickly after eating something. Her grandfather told her that it was the Smith family’s secret prescription and asked her to keep it confidential

There was also the strategy book. Her grandfather had said that Olivia studied the book, which was why she was so smart.

After hearing Gillian’s words, Olivia fell silent for a long time.

Then, she finally spoke, “Grandpa also said that if you don’t sleep, the baboons will eat you. He also said that Cinderella has glass slippers and that Tooth Fairy will visit you while you’re sleeping if you place your baby tooth under the pillow. Why don’t you believe in all of these?”

Those words were meant to coax children. Gillian was almost 30 years old, so how could she not differentiate between reality and fantasy?

The truth was she was paranoid and blinded by jealousy, only choosing to believe what benefited her. Gillian pinched the tassel charm on the phone and asked “Then what about seared salmon with herbed couscous? If there’s no secret recipe, where did this dish come from?”

“Ah.” Olivia leaned back in her chair and curled her lips into a self–mocking smile. “You’d rather believe that there’s a fictitious formula than accept that I specially made that dish for you?”

There were some things that Olivia did not want to emphasize because she didn’t want Gillian to think that she was seeking gratitude.

Hence, instead of saying more about the dish, Olivia only asked calmly, “If there was a secret recipe, wouldn’t Grandpa give it to you?”

Without any more words, Olivia simply said, “Take care of yourself,” and decisively hung up the phone.

In this world, no amount of family affection can withstand this kind of testing.

After hanging up the phone, Olivia went to the cafeteria to grab some food and forgot about Gillian.

Over in Mala.

Gillian held the phone in a daze and slumped on the bed dejectedly.

It turned out that everything was fake and all her effort was in vain.

“There’s no secret recipe? And I can’t understand and learn the complicated miraculous treatments. Even the secret manual is hard to comprehend.

“Then, why did I come to Mala?

“What do I have to do to prove myself?”

For the first time, Gillian felt regret. If she hadn’t been so stubborn and paranoid, she would still be in the Smith family.

Putting aside the Smith family’s assets, just being a pediatrician was good enough.

Many people in Layfield held her in high regard and specially requested her to treat their children.

However, she did not dare to regret it.

She had done too much to turn back.

Gillian lowered her head and covered her face as she sobbed.

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She didn’t know how long she had been crying.

Suddenly, the ringtone startled her.

She looked over and saw that it was an unknown number.

Pressing the answer button, she cleared her throat and asked in fluent Gorshish, “Who is it?”

There was a moment of hesitation on the other side, and then the person said in pure Husheni, “Ms. Gillian, I’m Saul Thornton, Mr. Wilcox’s assistant. Mr. Wilcox would like to meet you.”

“Mr. Wilcox?” Gillian furrowed her brows. It took her a while to remember who it was. “You’re from the Wilcox family? Where are you? How do I get there?”

“Don’t worry, Ms. Gillian. I’ll send someone to pick you up.”

After hanging up, Gillian sat by the bed and frowned.

“Why does someone from the Wilcox family suddenly want to meet me?

“I thought they didn’t believe me?” Gillian had always thought that they had lost contact with her. Unexpectedly, they called her all of a sudden.

But it was useless. She no longer had the prescription and couldn’t master the miraculous treatments. Gillian was making wild guesses about the Wilcox family’s intention of meeting her.

After meeting the man, she realized that he wanted the Smith family’s miraculous acupuncture techniques.

“What do you want this for?” Gillian examined Ernesto.

Although the man was from the Smith family’s lineal branch a few hundred years ago, he had been overseas for too long and didn’t preserve his Hushenian heritage well, so he did not look like a Hushenian

at all.

Ernesto leaned against the sofa, his fingertips moving up and down as he looked at Gillian intently. Gillian’s heart lurched when she saw his eyes which seemed like a black vortex. She quickly closed her eyes. “Don’t look at me. I know you’re a hypnotist.”

“You know that too?” Ernesto was truly surprised.

The Smith family had put him in an unfavorable situation twice in a row.

Last time, it was Olivia. And this time, it was Gillian.

Though Gillian was reluctant, she replied, “I have a younger sister who once told me not to work with people I don’t know. So, I checked information about the Wilcox family in advance.” Then, she paused, “It’s not very a detailed investigation, but you are quite famous.

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Gillian did not want to give the acupuncture manual to Ernesto.

She hated Olivia, not the Smith family. Even though she complained that her grandfather was biased, he did treat her well.

She couldn’t bring herself to turn her back on the Smith family.

Ernesto raised his eyebrows slightly and asked in a stern voice, “You’re not willing to?”

Gillian was not stupid. “Why would I give you the acupuncture manual for no reason?”

“What if I help you deal with Olivia?” Ernesto crossed his long legs and tapped his fingers on the armrest.

“No, thanks. I appreciate it.” Gillian refused. “I think you’ve misunderstood. I don’t want to deal with Olivia. I just want to surpass her.”

All along, Gillian had been unwilling to accept that she was inferior to Olivia. “That’s easy.” Ernesto flicked his finger. “I can help you take back the Smith family.”

Gillian’s heart skipped a beat. She was a little tempted.

But she mastered her emotions and said softly, “I’m not interested.”

Ernesto laughed. “You should know I’m the top hypnotist in the world, right?”

Gillian looked at him with a puzzled expression, not understanding why he mentioned this.

Ernesto licked his gums with the tip of his tongue, and traces of blood appeared in his eyes.

He suddenly leaned forward and looked at Gillian seriously. “I’ll hypnotize Olivia and let her go through the hardships you’ve suffered before. How about that?”

Gillian’s heart raced.

It was undeniable that she was tempted.

Ernesto laughed more happily, then he said slowly, “You can decide who you want me to hypnotize her into and let her suffer the pain of parental bias.”

Ernesto’s words moved Gillian completely.

“Deal!” Gillian looked up and stared at Ernesto with a burning gaze. “If it succeeds, I’ll give the acupuncture manual to you.”

Ernesto turned the phone in his hand and smiled like an evil demon.

No one could outdo him when it came to manipulating people’s emotions.

Hypnotizing a person to such an extent was not as easy as hypnotizing the actress.

Freya only needed a subtle hint. So Ernesto could easily hypnotize her as long as she looked into his eyes. But for someone like Olivia, as Gillian said, hypnotizing her into becoming another person required deep hypnosis and Olivia’s cooperation.

Even if she didn’t cooperate, it could only be carried out when she was unconscious or in an extremely relaxed state.

In other words, they need to abduct Olivia and knock her out.

This task wasn’t easy. But Ernesto was confident and wasted no time to head to the Hushe Republic to capture Olivia.

He brought a lot of people and lingered around the Smith family’s hospital. Once Olivia appeared, they would immediately take her away.

Ernesto gave his assistant Saul three days for the mission.

However, even three days seemed too long for Ernesto.

If he wasn’t in an unfamiliar place, half a day would have been more than enough.

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It was just abducting a woman.

Ernesto waited confidently in the hotel for three days. Unexpectedly, the person who came knocking on the door was the police.

“What are you doing?” Stefan Thornton, the bodyguard, quickly intervened and stood in front of Ernesto, saying loudly, “We are foreigners.

“We’re not Hushenian. You have no jurisdiction over us.”

The police officer in the lead sneered. “We don’t care whether you’re foreigners or aliens.”

With that, he waved his hand and ordered, “Take them away!”

And so, Ernesto was taken into custody.

The lawyer rushed over and explained the situation, only then was Ernesto released on bail.

Saul was set free with him as well.

After asking the assistant, Ernesto learned that when they were staking out near the hospital, they

immediately drew people’s attention because of their appearance.

It was as if putting a couple of red beans in a bowl of green beans.

Their actions were as obvious as a fly on a bald man’s head.

On the very first day, concerned locals had reported them, saying that there was a group of suspicious foreigners lurking around the hospital.

It was something big.

So, it alarmed the police and they immediately dispatched officers to arrest them for interrogation.

In the beginning, Saul was tight–lipped and refused to say anything, assuming an unyielding look on his face.

The police suspected that something serious was going on.

Hence, they paid closer attention to it and brought in several experts in psychology and criminal investigation.

Soon, Saul could not hold on anymore and disclosed Ernesto’s plan. However, he did not mention that they were there to abduct someone. He only said that they wanted to see Olivia.

After listening to Saul’s explanation, Ernesto pointed at him and rebuked furiously, “Idiots, you’re so stupid! Can’t you hire the locals to do that?”

Saul felt wronged. “There’s not enough time.”

Ernesto was worldless with rage and decided to leave immediately.

It wasn’t that he wanted to, but he had no choice. The Hushe Republic police were onto him.

Ernesto did not return to Fesmuowana but went to Mala instead.

When he arrived at his manor in Mala, Gillian, who had moved there, came out to welcome him and asked anxiously, “Where is she? Have you got her?”

Ernesto shook his head and glanced at Gillian. “The police of the Hushe Republic are too nosy.”

“So, you didn’t manage to catch her.”

Gillian looked concerned. “Then what should we do?”

“There’s no hurry.” Ernesto waved his hand, “Even though we failed to capture her, I’ve received an important piece of information.”

“What information?” Gillian was curious.

Ernesto smiled. “After a few days, Olivia will come to Mala to attend the International Medical Association conference.

He chuckled and continued, “This is Mala, not the Hushe Republic. No police will stand in my way.

“It’ll be a piece of cake to abduct Olivia here.”

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Ernesto reassured Gillian with confidence, “Don’t worry. I’ve worked out an ingenious plan. Once she arrives in Mala, I’ll immediately lure her into my trap.”

Gillian could not help but ask, “What plan?”

Ernesto gestured to Saul.

The assistant stepped forward and said, “Our people will be at the airport. after Olivia arrives in Mala, we’ll contact you right away.”

“Me?” Gillian pointed at herself.

“Yes.” Saul nodded. “You’ll call her and invite her to come here. If she agrees, that’s perfect. If she doesn’t, you can scream and pretend to be kidnapped. It will lure her over.”

The plan was impeccable and it was Ernesto’s idea.

He was very good at manipulating people’s emotions and had heard a lot about Olivia from Gillian. He could tell that Olivia was a loyal and soft–hearted person.

Although she had fallen out with Gillian, she would never stand idly if Gillian was in danger.

Ernesto was very satisfied with the plan and even came up with a name for it – end with force.

– Start with courtesy and

Back to the research institute in the Hushe Republic, with Olivia joining the team, they made tremendous progress on the life–saving medicine and it was completed in just a few days. Major newspapers in the country had reported the news.

The Smith family was shot to fame.

Olivia handed over the life–saving prescription to the research institute while she set off for Mala to attend the International Medical Association’s meeting.

Initially, she did not want to go, but after the news of the Smith family’s life–saving medicine came out, Professor Ross called her several times.

After careful consideration, Olivia decided to make a trip over as it would be a good opportunity to exchange views.

Daniel would join her a few days later because he needed to deal with something at the company.

Olivia thus embarked on the journey alone.

As soon as she got off the plane and was still feeling a little uncomfortable, she received a call from Gillian.

“Olivia.”

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The staff from the International Medical Association came to pick up Olivia.

She handed over her luggage, following the staff as she answered Gillian’s call.

“Is something the matter?” Olivia rubbed her forehead, feeling the fatigue that came from a long flight and the inability to rest adequately.

Gillian’s voice was frail and hesitant. “Olivia, I heard you’re in Mala now? I know I messed up before, but I’ve realized it. Can we meet? It’s at my current place, 23 Howell Street.”

Olivia, her tone cold and unwavering, responded without a hint of hesitation, “No, that’s not possible.”

Gillian, sensing the resolve in Olivia’s voice, hesitated for a moment before asking, “Why not? What’s changed?”

Olivia’s attitude remained detached as she explained, “I told you, you’re not right in the head. How did you even know I was in Mala? The timing is too coincidental. I just got off the plane, and you’re calling

me?

“To be honest, I do want to believe you, but there are too many inconsistencies in your story, and I can’t overlook them.”

Gillian, left pondering her own actions, found herself at a loss for words.

Ernesto, infuriated by the situation, couldn’t contain his frustration any longer and gave Saul a strong kick.

“You idiot messed it up again!” he growled, a mix of anger and disappointment in his voice.

Saul, on the other hand, hunched down in a corner, resembling a small, dejected balloon, as he realized the gravity of his mistake.

Stefan, observing the scene closely, quickly signaled Saul to leave the room, making it clear that they needed to change their approach. He then looked at Gillian, urging her to scream for help.

Gillian, shaken by it, hesitated for a moment and then cried out for help, quickly ending the call. After hanging up, Gillian nervously looked at Ernesto, her eyes filled with uncertainty, “Will she really

come?”

If it were in the past, Gillian was sure that Olivia would come to her rescue, even if it meant risking her life.

But now, Gillian was no longer certain.

She and Olivia had come to this point in their relationship, and there wasn’t much left of their former bond.

Ernesto nodded, trying to reassure her, “She will come. You know there’s no one more loyal and devoted than Olivia.”

Stefan immediately mobilized his team, planning to keep a close watch on Gillian’s previous residence, anticipating Olivia’s arrival.

They waited patiently from day to night and from night to day, but Olivia didn’t show up.

She didn’t even report the situation to the authorities.

Ernesto was so frustrated that he kicked a chair and asked Gillian to call Olivia once again.

Gillian quickly dialed, her heart pounding with anxiety, but the call couldn’t get through. It was clear she had been blocked.

She tried another phone, and this time, it connected.

“Why didn’t you come to rescue me?” Gillian questioned Olivia the moment she got through.

For some reason, this question came out almost instinctively.

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She felt wronged.

How could Olivia not come to rescue her? In the past, no matter what happened, Olivia would be there immediately, always by her side.

Gillian knew she could never go back to how things were with Olivia.

She understood this fact.

But when the situation really arose, and Olivia seemed to truly not care, Gillian realized that she couldn’t bear it.

“Olivia, how could you not care about me?” she thought.

Olivia was in the middle of eating, and she furrowed her brows after hearing Gillian’s words, her voice now tinged with impatience as she responded, “I have a lot of things to deal with, and I don’t have time for these make–believe games. Please don’t involve me in your childish games.”

Gillian chuckled softly and asked, “So, you’re not afraid that something might actually happen to me?” Olivia, growing impatient, replied, “You and Ernesto are together, right? Tell him my patience is running out, and he should stop provoking me.”

Before Gillian could respond, Ernesto snatched the phone. “How did you know I am here?”

Putting down her fork, Olivia calmly explained, “Back in the homeland, you had people loitering around the hospital, and then you suddenly flew to Mala. The logical connection was so obvious that only a fool wouldn’t notice.

“Besides, you’re one of the world’s top hypnotists. I’d appreciate it if you used your brain.

“Do you think this is some kind of idol drama where the female lead falls for everything without thinking?”

Ernesto was speechless.

“Damn! Why would I be exposed?” he wondered angrily.

He fumed, shouting, “You were following me!”

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Olivia confirmed with a nod, “Yes, I was tracking you. I also informed the head of the Medical Association about you, and Dr. Ross has already contacted your father. You’ll be brought back to Fesmuowana soon.”

Ernesto flared up.

For the first time in his life, Ernesto felt so frustrated.

He wondered if this annoying woman was some kind of mind reader. Why did this annoying woman. always predict his next action?

Frustrated and about to hang up, he heard Olivia’s perplexed voice from the other end, “I’m curious, what exactly do you want to do? Except for that one time on the plane, we have had no interactions. What is this all about?”

Ernesto chuckled.

Finally, there was something she didn’t know.

He suppressed his laughter and sat on the sofa. “I want to hypnotize you.”

Olivia responded, “Sure.”

Wait, what the heck!

Ernesto was dumbfounded. He had mentioned hypnotizing Olivia just to warn her to be cautious and that he would take further action.

He never expected her to agree.

What was going on?

Ernesto was a little stunned. “You agreed?”

Olivia nodded, “Yes, but I want something in return. We can make a deal. I’ll let you hypnotize me, and in exchange, you’ll give me the hypnotism book that’s been passed down in the Smith family.”

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Ernesto, initially surprised, burst into laughter.

He laughed louder and louder, almost falling off the sofa. Olivia had outsmarted him completely.

He had always thought that he was plotting against her behind her back, but in the end, he had fallen into a trap that she had already planned.

However, there was one thing Ernesto didn’t understand, “The first time we met on the plane, you already knew, didn’t you? And you were determined to set me up. But I’m curious, my decision to go to the Hushe Republic was spontaneous, so I took the first–class seat and didn’t charter a plane. How did you know I’d be going to the Hushe Republic that day?”

Olivia replied nonchalantly, “I didn’t know; I just happened to bump into you that day. It was merely a coincidence.”

“So….” Ernesto raised an eyebrow. “Were your words that day deliberate?”

Olivia paused for a moment before speaking, “It wasn’t necessarily deliberate. The circumstances were too random, and I couldn’t be certain that you were interested in me. I don’t like to do things with uncertain outcomes. However, later, when I saw your people at the hospital, that’s when I was sure you were interested in me.”

Ernesto, a top hypnotist who enjoyed delving into the human psyche, was intrigued by Olivia’s intelligence.

He had an insatiable curiosity about human nature. Although it seemed that he was unreliable at times, he had a pathological obsession with human nature.

Rarely did he encounter someone as smart as Olivia, and he couldn’t resist studying her.

Traveling to Mala to find Gillian was just a ruse. Asking for the Smith family’s miraculous treatments was a way to gauge Olivia’s reaction.

Finally, Ernesto asked a question, “Why do you want the hypnotism book? It’s centuries old, outdated, and extremely cryptic. It won’t be of much use even if I give it to you.”

Olivia, holding a water glass, gazed at the clear liquid within. Her voice, as gentle as the water, replied, “I’ve read the notes left by the Smith family over the centuries. There are records about treating vegetative states, and it’s said that the hypnotism book contains methods to awaken those in a vegetative

state.”

“Absurd!” Ernesto, a top hypnotist himself, was well–versed in hypnosis and knew that it couldn’t wake someone from a vegetative state.

Olivia smiled. “You’ll never know unless you try.”

Ernesto didn’t understand. “Why would you try something you know won’t work?”

Olivia’s voice held a rare touch of vulnerability, “My grandfather is getting old. If he remains in a vegetative state, he might never wake up. So, even if I know it may not work, I have to try my best.” Gillian couldn’t contain herself any longer and broke down, sobbing on the floor.

In comparison to Olivia, she felt utterly inadequate.

“Grandpa, I’m so sorry!” she thought sadly.

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For Ernesto, the book wasn’t particularly important; it was merely a family heirloom, making it somewhat precious.

So, when Olivia expressed interest in it, he agreed without hesitation.

“Alright, you set a time, and once the hypnosis is done, I’ll give you the book,” he said, a hint of curiosity in his eyes.

Olivia responded, “Give me the book first.”

Ernesto tapped his fingers on the table and nodded. “Sure, you set the time.”

Olivia suggested, “Let’s do it after the International Medical Association conference.” Olivia walked into the study, picking up a book on psychology.

Athene, her companion, expressed concern, “Olivia, are you sure about undergoing hypnosis? Ernesto is quite skilled.”

Upon learning of Olivia’s visit to Mala, Athene had flown in from Gorshire the same day. “What if… what if he has ill intentions? What will you do?” Athene was deeply worried. Contemporary medical hypnosis was primarily used for psychological therapy, aiding in comforting

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patients or unlocking their emotional knots. However, Ernesto was unlikely to employ comforting

methods on Olivia.

A powerful hypnotist like Ernesto could hypnotize a person into another person. He could even make the hypnotized person commit suicide without anyone knowing through constant hints.

Athene sat beside Olivia. “Olivia, what if he has bad intentions?”

Olivia turned a page as she reassured her, “Don’t worry; I won’t go into this unprepared.”

Athene looked up, puzzled.

Olivia scratched her nose and smiled. “Silly girl, someone will protect me in the dark. If I really encounter danger, they will protect me.”

Athene nodded. “That’s good.”

The conference at the International Medical Association concluded swiftly.

Olivia and Ernesto met, and Olivia made a single request, “During the hypnosis, I must be within the boundaries of the Hushe Republic.”

Ernesto nodded and said, “Alright.”

He remembered that the persona Gillian wanted also needed to be created in the Hushe Republic. After receiving the book, Olivia briefly flipped through a few pages and then looked up, saying, “Let’s

start now.”

Upon their arrival in the homeland, Olivia followed Ernesto to his residence in the Hushe Republic. Ernesto raised an eyebrow, concerned, “Aren’t you going to prepare anything before we start? After the hypnosis, you might not be able to handle your work normally for a while.” Olivia appeared calm and replied, “I’ve already taken care of everything.”

Then, she leaned back in a chair and said in a deep voice, “Let’s begin.”

Olivia woke up in a small village, her head throbbing as if it might split open.

What was even more bizarre was her complete lack of memory; she couldn’t recall anything.

Confused, she heard a rapid, heavy knock on the door from outside.

A woman’s voice with a strong accent called out, “Olivia, you lazy girl, get up and cook. Your sister will be

back soon.”

This voice seemed to be a hand tearing through the fog, instantly clarifying everything.

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Olivia remembered her name, age, education, and her role in a family of six, with a hardworking father, a nagging and biased mother, siblings running a business in town, and a sister studying in a boarding school.

Today, her sister was returning for summer vacation, and Olivia needed to prepare lunch before her arrival.

Once her memory returned, Olivia hurriedly got dressed.

Next door, in a beautiful three–story house adjacent to the Taylor family’s residence, Gillian sat by the window, staring blankly at Olivia’s room.

Ernesto sat on the couch, playing with an orange in one hand, and supporting his chin with the other, curiously observing Gillian.

“What are you looking at?” he asked.

Gillian lowered her gaze, concealing the craziness and resentment simmering beneath her eyes.

She had always been in Olivia’s shadow, with everyone openly favoring Olivia. It didn’t matter how hard Gillian worked, how dutiful she was to her grandfather, or how diligently she studied; it always amounted to nothing.

Gillian admitted that she had brought this upon herself by walking the path she had chosen.

But who could truly understand her or her struggles?

She couldn’t believe that in the same circumstances, Olivia would fare better than her, perhaps even worse!

She was determined to witness how Olivia would grapple with the ensuing challenges following her hypnotic transformation.

Dad, Mom, older brother, sister–in–law, everyone adored her intelligent, beautiful, college–bound younger sister, while they all ignored her, belittled her, and looked down upon her.

Gillian couldn’t believe that Olivia could maintain her composure amidst this!

Within the Taylor family’s residence, Olivia wrestled with ill–fitting attire. Her clothes were incongruent, her pants came up short, and her shoes felt oppressively tight.

How had this come to pass?

Olivia began to scour the room in search of a pair of shoes that offered a more accommodating fit. The air grew tense as her mother, Megan, entered. Megan’s expression was marred by annoyance, and her tone was curt. “What’s taking you so long? Why haven’t you started preparing the meal? Your sister is about to return, and that takes precedence.”

Olivia, sporting an innocent tone, replied while maintaining a modicum of grace, “My shoes are incredibly tight, and I thought about switching to a more comfortable pair.”

Megan’s patience waned; she admonished her daughter to endure the discomfort, warning of the potential dire consequences of ill–fitting footwear. Her message was clear, the imminent arrival of Olivia’s sister held greater importance than any of Olivia’s concerns.

She emphasized, “Your sister’s matter is ranked first in our family. Nothing could be more important than your sister’s meal.”

But then, something inexplicable happened. Olivia paused, her mind awash with recollections. Vivid memories of her mother’s unwavering partiality towards her sister resurfaced.

They flooded her consciousness, a stark reminder of the familial disparity she had always navigated. She refrained from speaking further, her silence was laden with understanding.

Megan, satisfied with her daughter’s response, left the room. Amid the stillness, Olivia resumed her quest for more comfortable footwear, her eyes scanning the room.

During this moment, a voice called out to her from the window across the street. Olivia raised her and was met by a warm and lovely face.

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It was her next–door neighbor, Gillian, who had taken care of her since childhood.

Olivia greeted Gillian with genuine happiness, “Gillian!”

As Olivia’s face blossomed with an unfeigned smile, Gillian’s gaze betrayed a tapestry of conflicting

emotions.

She swiftly concealed the sea of turmoil that churned within her. Extending empathy, Gillian lamented, “Your mom’s bias is excessive. What harm would it be to delay the meal slightly?”

Such blatant partiality could unnerve even the most steadfast of souls, and Gillian couldn’t fathom how Olivia managed to remain so composed amidst such discrimination.

Yet Olivia’s response was not what Gillian had anticipated. Olivia, still wearing that radiant smile, directed her gaze downward to her cramped shoes.

Undeterred, Gillian continued, her tone laced with empathy and reproach, “You needn’t search for alternative footwear, Olivia. The shoes you have, they’re all hand–me–downs from your sister, and they don’t fit properly because she has a smaller shoe size. Isn’t your mom displaying flagrant favoritism? She could at least buy you a new pair of shoes. After all, you’re her daughter as well, and the distinction is glaring.”

Olivia still did not say anything.

Gillian spoke for a long time, but there was no reaction from Olivia. She felt a little strange. “What’s wrong? Why aren’t you saying anything?”

Olivia chose to respond with care. Her words, although tender, were laced with wisdom, “Gillian, I- understand your intentions are pure, that you’re standing up for me. But what you said earlier, it felt like lines from a TV drama where a side character tries to sow discord and coax someone into wrongdoing.” Gillian blinked, taken aback. Olivia’s words caught her completely off guard.

Gillian’s expression underwent a rapid transformation. Stunned, found herself at a loss for words,

utterly unprepared for the unexpected turn the conversation had taken. She thought, “Oh, come on, I am standing by your side. Shouldn’t you badmouth your mom with me? Why the fucking TV drama line?”

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Gillian stood there silently for a while. Then, she returned to her room and sat in her chair in a daze.

She suddenly remembered an incident from her youth.

At that time. Olivia had just arrived in the Smith family.

When Olivia wanted to learn how to play the violin, Grandpa arranged a teacher for her. Gillian was envious and requested to learn how to play the violin too.

The two of them learned under the same teacher together, but only Olivia was praised for her efforts.

At that time, Gillian thought that Olivia was playing better than her because Olivia had learned the basics before.

Therefore, Gillian doubled her efforts and practiced the violin twice, thrice, or four times more than Olivia did a day.

Initially, she was very optimistic. She believed that if she worked hard, she would definitely surpass Olivia.

However, the reality was harsh.

Gillian and Olivia were their teacher’s only two students. Therefore, Gillian naively believed she would soon surpass Olivia because she only compared herself to the latter.

However, when they went to participate in competitions, Gillian soon realized how huge the gap between her and Olivia was.

Olivia was like the most lustrous pearl, blooming with dazzling light.

Olivia got first place every time they competed, with her scores far ahead of those in second place. She would receive praise from all the judges.

On the other hand, Gillian could not even get third place.

Gillian had always thought that she would soon surpass Olivia. However, as she participated in more competitions and encountered more violinists, she realized that the difference between her and Olivia was like night and day.

Gillian had to surpass those in third place first, then second place, and countless other violinists better than her before she could compete with Olivia.

Gillian worked even harder. Her violin practice time was ten times that of Olivia’s. She did not even sleep.

or rest.

After all her hard work, she finally surpassed third place and reached second place. She was ranked just behind Olivia.

Unfortunately, that was where she hit a wall.

She would never be able to compare to Olivia.

During that period, Gillian felt despair. She felt powerless. Why were there geniuses in this world? They were like a vast mountain that she could not conquer before her.

This feeling was so terrifying that Gillian had nightmares every night.

She wanted Olivia to experience this feeling as well. She wanted the latter to share her past obsession and despair.

Therefore, Gillian inserted Doris Taylor, a sister who was outstanding in everything she did, into Olivia’s

life.

Doris was beautiful, intelligent, and excelled in her studies. She studied at Maple Hills University and played the violin well. She also knew how to draw.

As for Olivia, she had only graduated from junior high school. Although she liked the violin, she was not

as talented as her sister in playing the violin and was not as good at drawing. She was clumsy in

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everything she did and was inferior to her sister in every way.

Gillian wanted to see how Olivia would face such inferiority.

The Taylor family was having dinner.

The entire family was there. Even Olivia’s brother and sister–in–law in town had returned to welcome their younger sister, Doris.

All of them praised Doris and ignored Olivia.

Their mother, Megan Taylor, said jokingly, “Back then, the two of them went to the teacher in town to

learn the violin together. Doris played very well, but Olivia’s playing sounded like she was sawing wood. It was so funny to watch.”

Their father, Julian Taylor, nodded in agreement. “Olivia is clumsy and untalented. She can’t hold a candle to Doris.”

Their older brother, Derek Taylor, chimed in, saying, “That’s right. Olivia and Doris are like polar opposites. Doris is good at everything, be it her studies, playing the violin, or drawing. As for Olivia, let alone playing the violin, she can’t even read well. She failed to get into high school. The difference between them is like night and day.”

Olivia listened as her family chatted while eating her favorite beef stew. She smiled innocently, without any sign of disappointment or jealousy.

Over the next few days, regardless of how much Olivia’s family belittled her and claimed that she was inferior to her sister, Olivia wore a bright smile on her face. She showed no trace of anger.

She worked diligently. Occasionally, she would study how to cook new dishes in her free time. She stayed in the kitchen all day long. She was covered in dust.

Gillian could not stand it anymore and pulled Olivia into her bedroom.

Gillian asked in disbelief, “What are you doing? Why aren’t you angry?”

Olivia was holding a sandwich she had freshly made in her hand. The sandwich looked appetizing. Hearing Gillian’s question, Olivia was very puzzled. Her eyes widened as she asked, “Why should I be angry?”

Gillian stomped her feet in frustration. “They’re bad–mouthing about you. They’re belittling you all day long. They’re saying that you’re inferior to your sister and that you’re clumsy.”

Olivia blinked, her eyes clear and bright. She instructed, “Gillian, have a seat.”

She carefully placed the sandwich on the table and guided Gillian to sit on the bed. In a serious tone, Olivia said, “What control do I have over what others say? Their mouths are their own.”

Her eyes twinkled as she said this. She exuded a confident aura.

Even though she was dressed in rags and her face was dirty and covered in dust, she was still as dazzling

as the sun.

Gillian was stunned and subconsciously took two steps back.

Then, she heard Olivia continue saying, “The only thing I can control is my own emotions.”

After saying this, Olivia beamed with joy.

“They can say whatever they want. I don’t care.”

Gillian shook her head in confusion. She questioned Olivia, saying, “Why don’t you study, learn the violin, and learn how to draw? You have to prove to them that you are capable!”

Olivia picked up the sandwich and showed it to Gillian. She said, “I make better sandwiches than them. I want to make the best sandwich in the world.”

“What’s so good about making sandwiches?” Gillian angrily slapped away the sandwich in Olivia’s hand. Furious, she shouted, “All you talk about is sandwiches. You’ve already made hundreds of sandwiches. Haven’t you made enough? Doris is a university student. She knows how to play the violin and draw. As for you, you only know how to make sandwiches. Who would think highly of you?”

Olivia squatted down and picked up up at Gillian.

Olivia’s gaze was calm. She explained, “Gillian, what’s wrong with making sandwiches? I don’t think it’s a lowly profession. No one will look down on your profession if you do things masterfully. Why must I play the violin? Why must I draw? Those are what Doris likes. It’s what she’s good at, not me.

“Why should I be like her? I like making sandwiches, and I’ll continue to do so. Other people can say whatever they want. They can look down on me for all I care. I’ll do what I want.

“My resolve is as firm as boulders and mountains. It won’t waver. Other people just like to gossip. I don’t take what they say seriously at all.”

With that, Olivia pushed the door open and left.

After washing her hands, she continued to make more sandwiches.

Gillian was left alone in the room. She sat on the bed with a stunned expression.

Olivia’s powerful words echoed in her ears. “My resolve is as firm as boulders and mountains. It won’t waver.”

When Gillian heard Olivia say this, she could not help but tremble.

How could this be? Why didn’t Olivia care what others say about her?

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Gillian returned to her room next door in a daze.

Ernesto was on the phone. When he turned around and saw Gillian, he hung up and said, “Something happened in Fesmuowana. I have to go over and will only return in about two weeks. Do you want to stay here?”

Gillian pondered for a moment and shook her head. “I’m going back to Mala.”

Ernesto raised his eyebrows quizzically.

Gillian explained, “Olivia has only been here for a short while. She has yet to experience the power of favoritism. Let her stay with her biased parents for a while first. Gradually, she will crumble under the weight of the bias she faces.”

Olivia was almost done making sandwiches.

She had suggested to her parents that she wanted to start a business in town.

Megan rejected her suggestion immediately. “Don’t you need capital to start a business? You don’t have any capital. We have used all our money to support Doris‘ studies. Doris will take her graduate entry test next year. We have to set aside money for that.”

After being rejected by her mother, Olivia was not angry. Instead, she explained gently, “Mom, I don’t need a lot of capital. Isn’t Derek running a barbecue business in the town? I can stay at Derek’s place and use his kitchen. After making sandwiches, I can sell them on a food truck.”

As Olivia said this, she held Megan’s hand.

Megan felt a little uncomfortable when her hand was suddenly held. She subconsciously wanted to pull her hand back.

Olivia’s hands were warm and slightly calloused. Her grip on Megan’s hand was gentle and delicate, as if she was caressing some precious treasure.

Megan could even sense that Olivia relied on her and respected her.

Megan’s heart softened.

She looked away but did not pull back her hand.

Olivia tilted her head and carefully sized up Megan’s slightly white sideburns. Her eyes glistened as she said, “Mom, I did some calculations. Doris‘ fee for graduate studies is affordable, but she’s playing the violin and taking drawing lessons. These are not insignificant expenses. It is too heavy a financial burden for you and Dad. I can run a small business to supplement our income.”

Megan still refused. “I don’t need your money. What if your business fails?”

“Mom.” Olivia’s gaze was gentle. Her fingertips caressed Megan’s thick and red knuckles. She said sadly, “I don’t want you to burden yourself anymore. Yesterday, when you returned from the fields, you couldn’t straighten your back. Also, you can’t straighten your fingers.”

Megan was stunned. She subconsciously lowered her head and looked at her own hands.

Although Ernesto hired her to play the role of Olivia’s mother, she was a real farmer. Derek and Doris were indeed her children. It was just that she had to pretend that Olivia was also her child now.

Every day, Megan still had to work in the fields.

To her surprise, something that even her children had overlooked was noticed by this pretend daughter of hers.

Megan was touched. She did not know how to reject Olivia’s kindness.

In the end, Julian ended their conversation by saying, “I’ll discuss it with your mother and tell you our decision tomorrow.”

After Olivia left, Julian immediately contacted Stefan next door to report this.

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Stefan said, “It’s alright. Let her do as she wants.”

Julian bowed and acknowledged. “Understood.”

After Julian hung up the phone, Megan frowned and asked, “What are the true intentions of these people? Will they hurt Olivia?”

Julian glanced at her. “What’s wrong? Have you actually accepted Olivia as our own daughter?”

Megan sighed. “Haven’t you noticed how adorable Olivia is and how nice she is to the two of us? She wakes up early daily to make breakfast and drinks for us to take to the fields. She makes sure to keep our meals fresh.”

Honestly, even her real daughter did not dote on her so much.

Julian and Megan had to go to the fields early before the sun rose. Usually, they went to the fields at three in the morning. They didn’t have time to make breakfast at all. They ate whatever they had from the previous night to keep themselves full.

Julian puffed his cigarette and said helplessly, “We can’t get too involved with Olivia. We can only try our best to protect her from a distance.”

“I know.” Megan felt terrible.

After getting Julian’s and Megan’s approval, Olivia brought the recipes she had developed and headed into town.

In the morning, the business in the barbecue restaurant was slow. Derek and his wife, Stella, were preparing the day’s ingredients together.

Stella was unhappy. “What are your parents thinking? Why did they send Olivia over to us?”

Derek muttered as he diced the vegetables, “Olivia wanted to come on her own accord.”

Stella slammed the onion in her hand onto the chopping board, complaining, “It’s weird enough to bring Olivia to the farm. Now, you guys even brought her to town. Other people might suspect us of human trafficking. In my opinion, your parents have gone too far. How could they do such a thing? They’re conspiring with others to deceive Olivia. They do not have a conscience!”

Derek frowned. “Stop talking. If we didn’t take this job, others would have done so. At least they’re paying us well. Doris is taking drawing lessons. She needs a lot of money to buy art supplies.”

Stella was curious. “I wonder what those people are scheming.”

“Stop speculating.” Derek placed the chopped ingredients in a box. “Olivia will be here soon.”

“What nonsense is this girl getting herself into?” Stella pouted. “She actually plans to sell sandwiches. Are

you kidding me? When Olivia first came to us, she couldn’t even make toast. It’s only been a few days, but she plans to sell sandwiches. Let’s pray that she doesn’t lose money from this.”

“Why do you care?” Derek frowned. “We’re not the ones paying for this anyway.”

When Olivia arrived, it was almost noon. Many customers were eating in the restaurant.

Olivia put down her things and began to help around the restaurant.

Stella looked at her while handling the cashier.

She thought to herself, “This girl is quite capable. She’s not a bad person.”

After lunch, Olivia went to buy ingredients for making sandwiches. She also took a walk around town. After getting everything she needed, she returned to the restaurant and organized them nicely. Stella pursed her lips and muttered to Derek, “She got all the equipment she needs, but I doubt she’ll be able to sell her sandwiches. It’s summer now, and schools are on break. Let’s see who she sells the sandwiches to.”

Olivia’s cutting skills were not bad. After deciding on what to sell, she streamlined her workflow to make sandwiches efficiently.

She was at the stage where she could make sandwiches nice and fast without much difficulty.

Olivia woke up at three in the morning and finished her preparations by six.

By the time she was preparing to leave, Stella and Derek had just woken up.

When Stella saw Olivia moving things onto her food truck, she pretended to ask, “Do you need any help?”

Olivia shook her head. “Thank you, Stella. I’ve already loaded everything. There’s a plate of sandwiches in the kitchen. You and Derek can have them for breakfast.”

“Oh, you didn’t have to do so. Although Stella said that, she headed straight into the kitchen.

She picked up a meat sandwich.

She took a bite and swallowed it. It was so delicious that she almost devoured her tongue.

She thought, “Oh my god! What kind of godly sandwich is this? It is so delicious.”

The bread was soft and tender. The texture was just right.

The filling was even better. The juices from the meat seeped into the bread. There was not much meat, but it was incredibly fresh, tender, and tasty.

Stella ate five bite–sized sandwiches in one go and burped.

She would have eaten the remaining three sandwiches if not for her tiny stomach.

When Derek woke up, he saw his wife sitting on a stool, staring at the sandwiches in a daze.

“What are you looking at?” he asked.

Stella slowly raised her head. “Could it be that Olivia used to be the King of Sandwiches?” Derek was speechless.

What nonsense was Stella spouting so early in the morning?

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Today was the first day of selling sandwiches.

Therefore, Olivia did not make much. She only made 300 of them with two types of fillings, one ham and one vegetable.

She drove the food truck to the nearby factory according to the location she scouted yesterday.

This area was filled with factories and there were more workers.

Olivia had already thought it through. She would start selling here at 6 a.m. If it didn’t sell well, she would wait until around 7 a.m. and 8 a.m. before going to government offices.

After parking the food truck, she hung up the sign that she had prepared in advance.

Olivia’s sandwich stall opened just like that.

After 6, the workers began to show up for work.

There was no place that sold food nearby. There was only Olivia herself.

To the workers, the sudden appearance of a person selling sandwiches was very strange. They kept looking back at her, but very few people bought from her.

As there was a canteen in the factory, the workers were used to eating in the canteen. They would be paid at the end of the month and the money for the food would be deducted from their salaries.

Simple and convenient.

It was almost seven o’clock and it was almost time for work, but there wasn’t a single person who bought sandwiches.

Olivia was a little anxious. She wondered if she had chosen a bad location.

It was better not to come here tomorrow.

Just as she was about to close the stall, a group of young men suddenly came from not far away. When they saw Olivia, they were stunned and their faces turned red.

A bold young man ran over and asked, “Are you selling sandwiches?”

Olivia nodded. “Yes, one dollar for the veggie and one dollar and fifty cents for the ham. Do you want to try some?”

The young man turned around and looked at his companions behind him. His companions all rushed over and took their phones. “Can I use contactless payment? I want two hams and three veggies.” In just a short while, she had sold 20 sandwiches.

The bold young man even said to Olivia, “You have to come tomorrow. I’ll still buy your sandwiches.” Olivia smiled and did not say anything.

A few young men carried the sandwiches into the factory area and bumped into a group of girls in front.

A woman in yellow looked at the sandwich in the young man’s hand and snorted. “Shameless. You went to buy sandwiches just because she’s pretty. Can you get full from sandwiches?”

“That’s right,” the girl in black agreed. “The sandwiches must taste bad.”

The tall young man replied with a smile, “I don’t know if it’s tasty or not, but this sandwich is for Zoey.”

As he spoke, he handed the sandwiches to the prettiest girl in the crowd.

Zoey didn’t want to take it, so the girls beside her egged her on. “Take it. Why don’t you take it? You can try this sandwich and see if it’s gone bad.”

The woman in yellow helped Zoey take the sandwiches. She took one out and took a bite. “I’ll help you try it.”

After taking a bite, the yellow–clothed woman’s eyes immediately widened.

The woman in black was shocked and quickly asked, “What’s wrong? Is it bad?”

The woman in yellow ignored the woman in black. She grabbed the sandwich and finished the rest in no time. When she swallowed it, she burped and said, “It’s too delicious. This sandwich is too delicious.” Olivia didn’t sell much of the sandwiches. Olivia was already prepared to close the stall and change places.

As soon as she was done, a group of young girls and boys rushed out of the factory and raised their phones. They all wanted to buy sandwiches.

Olivia was stunned at first. When she came to her senses, she immediately packed the sandwiches up for everyone.

In just a short while, she had actually sold more than 100 sandwiches.

A girl in yellow even approached her and asked her to sell it tomorrow.

“Miss, your sandwiches are too delicious. I’ve never eaten such a delicious sandwich in my life. It’s so delicious.”

“That’s right, that’s right,” the woman in black agreed. “It’s simply amazing. When you take a bite, the fragrance explodes between your lips and teeth. It’s so delicious that I want to swallow my tongue.” Zoey also came over and said gently, “Miss, your sandwich is really delicious. I want to buy more for my parents to try.”

Everyone was curious. When they saw a group of people surrounding her and saying that the sandwiches were delicious, they couldn’t help but want to try it.

People came in waves. Olivia didn’t even need to go to the government offices to sell sandwiches. Olivia rode her food truck back to the barbecue restaurant. Before she reached the door, Derek rushed over and asked, “Are there any more sandwiches?”

As he spoke, he couldn’t help but lick his lower lip.

He was not full at all from eating the three sandwiches in the morning. It was all that lazy woman’s fault. She clearly could not eat, but she forced herself to eat and ate five sandwiches. She was still hiccuping. Derek was filled with regret. He hated himself for waking up half an hour late.

Olivia blinked and spread out her hands. “It’s sold out.”

“Noooo!” Derek pounded his chest and stomped his feet. How could it be gone?

At this moment, Stella came out of the shop and said, “Make more tomorrow. Your brother and I will help you.”

Olivia smiled sweetly. “Alright.”

Her sandwiches sold out on the first day. It was a good start. Olivia was very confident. The next day, she made three different types of sandwiches.

Before she could even assemble it, just the smell of the ingredients alone was appetizing enough.

Stella leaned over and took a few deep breaths. “It smells so good.”

With the help of two people, Olivia made 600 sandwiches.

After assembling them, Stella looked at the room full of sandwiches and felt a little regretful. “Is it too much? What if we can’t finish selling it?”

“It’s fine. Let’s go to a few more places today. We’ll all go and help her sell it.” Derek’s thoughts were simple. How could no one buy such delicious sandwiches? There would definitely be people fighting to buy it.

The sandwiches were done and they filled two food trucks.

Olivia was in the front, while Taylor and Stella were behind.

“Where are we going? Are we still going to the industrial area?” Stella felt that it was not good for them to go to the industrial area. Although there were many factories there, there were only about 3,000 people. Moreover, many people ate in the canteen. It was impossible for them to all buy sandwiches. It was best to change places.

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Olivia nodded. “Let’s go over and sell it first. If we can’t sell it, we’ll go somewhere else.”

The town was not big. They arrived in less than half an hour after driving the food truck.

In the past, Stella was still worried that no one would buy the sandwiches.

When they arrived, they were stunned.

There was actually a circle of people at the entrance of the factory. There were more than a hundred men, women, old, and young.

When they saw Olivia, they all surrounded her and shouted, “Miss, why are you only here now? I’ve been waiting for half a day.”

“Miss, what flavors are there today?” The person beside him interrupted.

“Who cares about the flavors?” The person behind pushed the people in front away and raised his phone. “Boss, give me ten of each flavor. Please hurry up. My family is still waiting.

Stella’s eyes widened. “Oh my god, can you finish 30 sandwiches?”

The person behind laughed. “My family has a lot of people. There are seven or eight of them.” Olivia quickly stopped the car trucked quickly packed up the sandwiches for everyone.

The three of them were too busy to speak. They lowered their heads and busied themselves. They weren’t busy for long. In less than half an hour, the sandwiches were sold out.

“That’s it?” Stella looked at the empty thermos box and was a little stunned. “That’s fast.”

There were still many people who had yet to buy it.

Olivia packed her things and raised her voice. Tm sorry, the sandwiches are sold out. Everyone, come back tomorrow.”

“Sold out.” An old lady was unhappy. “I haven’t bought it yet.”

She had a little grandson who was very picky.

She fell in love with the sandwich he ate with his mother at the factory yesterday. This morning, he insisted on eating it.

Olivia’s smile was very warm. “Madam, don’t be anxious. There’ll be more tomorrow. I’ll make more and make a few more flavors.

“Alright.” The old lady sounded reluctant. “Then you must make more tomorrow.”

After saying that, she felt that it was not enough and added, “No, you can’t buy it today. What if it’s not available tomorrow? I’ll reserve two first. You must save them for me tomorrow.”

As soon as the old lady finished speaking, the surrounding people who did not manage to buy it looked at Olivia with burning eyes.

Olivia was stunned.

At this moment, Stella said, “No, you can’t reserve it. There are so many of you. If you reserve it, how can I remember?”

Hearing this, the old lady was unhappy.

She thought, “Who would do business like this? It was just a sandwich. How delicious could it be? Who cares?”

Hmph, she was going to fry fried cakes for her grandson and she wasn’t going to eat the sandwich. Just as she was about to turn around and leave, she was stopped by Olivia.

Olivia’s lips curved into a smile. “Madam, we’re a small business. A sandwich costs less than two dollars. It’s not good to reserve it.”

Speaking of this, her tone changed. “However, you can come to our shop. I’ll reserve some in the shop every day. If you can’t buy it here, you can go there.”

The old lady was surprised. “You have a shop?”

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“Yes.” Olivia nodded. “It’s over at the food street. The Taylor family barbecue. That’s my brother and sister–in–law’s shop.”

Her attitude was not bad.

Satisfied, the old lady nodded. “Alright, I’ll go over later.”

The others also chimed in. “The Taylor family barbecue. I’ve eaten at that restaurant before.”

“I’ve tried it before. It tastes pretty good, but it’s not as good as the sandwiches. Miss, this sandwich is too delicious. I’ve never eaten such a delicious sandwich.”

On the way back, Stella asked Olivia, “How do we get them to go to the shop?”

Olivia smiled brightly. “Stella, we don’t have time now. After a while, we can get them to follow our socials. They can make large–scale reservations and get it delivered to their door.”

Before Stella could react.

Olivia had already said in a low voice, “I want to open the largest and best sandwich shop in town.

On the Taylor family’s side, Julian and Megan had been missing Olivia. After more than a week, they called.

He asked his son how Olivia’s business was doing.

Derek was too busy. He held the phone with his shoulder. “Here, 30 in total. Just scan the QR code on the wall.”

Julian was stunned. What was this?

He looked up at the clock on the wall. Wasn’t it only eight in the morning?

Wasn’t the barbecue restaurant not busy?

Megan also found it strange and asked, “Derek, what are you doing?”

“Mom, I’m busy here.” Derek said in a loud voice, “There’s a long queue outside.”

Stella snatched the phone and said in a hoarse voice, “Dad, Mom, come to town and help sell the sandwiches. We’re too busy.”

“What about the barbecues?” Julian asked.

Stella’s tone was straightforward. “We’re quitting. We’re all selling for sandwiches now.”

Julian and Megan were speechless.

Half a month later, Gillian returned from Mala. She put down her luggage and went next door.

In the end, the room next door was empty.

Where did she go?

Gillian’s face was as still as water, but her heart was pounding with excitement.

Could it be that Olivia couldn’t stand the Taylor family’s favoritism and her sister’s excellence, so she broke down and fled?

She quickly contacted Stefan to ask.

“Oh, you should ask Olivia. Their entire family went to town to sell sandwiches.”

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Gillian changed into simple clothes, carried her backpack, and took the bus to town.

There were many people on the bus, and it was almost full. Gillian walked to the last row before finding a

seat.

She threw her backpack aside and sat down.

It took 20 minutes to get from the village to the town. Gillian closed her eyes and took a short nap. There were people chatting in the front row.

“Hey, aren’t you from Maple Town? Why did you come to Peace Town?” A middle–aged woman shouted loudly as if she had discovered something revolutionary.

Gillian frowned and turned her face to the window. At the same time, she pulled down the brim of her cap to cover her face.

A rough man chuckled. “I’m going to the Taylor family to buy sandwiches.”

“You’re also going to the Taylor family to buy sandwiches?” The old lady was shocked. “I’m also going to the Taylor family to buy sandwiches.”

As soon as she finished speaking, almost half of the people on the bus turned around and said in unison, “I’m also going to the Taylor family to buy sandwiches.”

This time, Gillian could not sleep anymore.

She raised the brim of her hat and looked at everyone.

The old lady was originally quite happy to see someone she knew. She found it quite interesting that he was going to the Taylor family to buy sandwiches as well. However, when she realized that everyone in the car was going to buy sandwiches, her face instantly turned cold.

She slapped her thigh and complained, “Oh my god, the queue is already so long with people from our town. Now, both people from the village and other towns are here, how long will the queue be!” Taylor Family Sandwiches?

Gillian frowned. This name sounded very familiar.

Recalling that the Taylor family had all gone to town to sell sandwiches, she sent a few texts to Julian to confirm. “Is your shop called Taylor Family Sandwiches?”

There was no reply for a long time.

Gillian pinched the space between her eyebrows, feeling frustrated.

She could only talk to the person beside her. “Is that sandwich from the Taylor family really delicious?” Hearing this, the person beside her widened her eyes in shock. “Oh my god, you haven’t even eaten sandwiches from the Taylor family?”

The others also turned around and surrounded Gillian as if they were looking at a monkey. It was extremely strange.

Oh my god, there was actually someone who had not eaten sandwiches from the Taylor Family!

Their

gaze was as if they were looking at a country bumpkin.

A little girl in front of her even recited a rhyme.

After that, a little boy behind her also recited a doggerel poem about the sandwiches.

Back and forth, one after another, there were actually seven to eight rhymes about the sandwiches.

There were also two doggerel poems that included the Taylor family and the location of the shop.

It was catchy and easy to memorize.

It was as if the Taylor family’s sandwich had become popular throughout the entire town overnight and was now spreading to the surrounding villages.

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For a moment, Gillian felt that time was in chaos.

Wasn’t she only gone for half a month? Why did it seem like she had been gone for half a year?

It felt like Olivia had changed the entire village by herself!

After the little girl finished reciting the poem, she pouted her pink and moist little mouth and said, “The sandwich is delicious. It smells good.”

The mother sitting next to her was laughing uncontrollably. She raised her hand to touch her daughter’s little face and agreed. “Let’s go eat the sandwich. A lot of it”

Everyone’s life was good now. They didn’t lack this mouthful of food.

Moreover, the sandwiches were not expensive. It was one dollar for the veggie one, and the ones with meat were only one dollar and fifty cents. Not only was it delicious, but it was also filling. The shop looked clean as well.

Many people bought dozens or hundreds of them at once. When they went home, they put them in the fridge to freeze. When they wanted to eat them, they would reheat it them themselves.

However, the reheated sandwiches did not taste as good. The fresh and hot sandwiches in the shop tasted the best.

Therefore, there were often people who would buy a bunch of freshly made sandwiches from the shop. Everyone was praising the sandwich.

Gillian said, “Is it really that delicious?”

She was surrounded by everyone as if she didn’t know what was good for her.

The old lady added, “I’ve eaten too many delicious things in my life. I’ve never eaten anything better than the sandwiches from the Taylor family.”

In the beginning, she had the same thoughts as Gillian. She scoffed at other people’s praise.

How delicious could a sandwich be?

In the end, after taking a bite, she realized that it was really delicious!

It was too fragrant! It was fragrant and overpowering. After eating one, she still wanted to eat another. She would eat it every day and never get tired of it.

The reason why she went to town this time was because she saw the notification posted by the Taylor Family Sandwich social media account.

Today’s sandwiches are updated, there are two new fillings.

She wanted to try it.

Gillian was dumbfounded and in disbelief. “A sandwich shop has a social media account?”

Updates? That’s too classy.

“That’s right, that’s right.” Everyone agreed. The person beside her even took out his phone and gestured for her to take a look.

Gillian leaned over and saw that it said [Taylor Family Sandwiches, three posts, 178 mutuals].

Gillian was dumbfounded.

She thought to herself, “Madam, don’t tell me all your friends are following this account?”

Gillian swiped her fingertip and saw the number of friends this lady had.

178 friends.

All her friends did follow it.

She was a hardcore fan.

At the Taylor family sandwich shop.

After the busy morning, there were not many people left.

Olivia had not eaten or rested since morning. She was very tired.

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Her mother, Megan, pushed her upstairs to rest.

The shops in the town usually had two or three floors above.

The first floor was a shop, the second floor was for their own stay, and the third floor was filled with miscellaneous items.

In the past, only Derek and Stella lived here. The entire second floor belonged to the both of them, it was very spacious.

Now an entire family lived there, it seemed very cramped.

Especially for Doris. She had to draw and study. She needed a separate space.

Therefore, she was given the master bedroom on the second floor. Derek and Stella stayed in the

common room.

Julian and Megan were squeezed into a small room on the first floor.

Olivia could only stay in the storeroom on the third floor.

Initially, Stella suggested letting Olivia and Doris live together.

After all, they were both girls and sisters. It was normal for them to live together.

However, Doris only said lightly, “I don’t have a place to put my drawing board and paint.”

Stella gave up and did not dare to make a sound.

She had always been a little afraid of this genius.

Megan didn’t say anything. After Olivia left, she whispered to her youngest daughter, “Doris, Miss Dale’s request is that the rest of us are biased, but you’re not. You even treat Olivia very nicely and often help her.”

“Mom.” Doris put down her brush and looked up indifferently.

“Do you know Olivia? Do you know who she is? What’s her personality like?”

The three consecutive questions made Megan completely dumbfounded. She was completely at a loss.

Doris went forward and held her mother’s hand. She pointed at the exquisite and beautiful paintings in the room. “Mom, look, these are so beautiful”

Megan nodded.

Doris’s tone was indifferent and cold. “It’s so beautiful. Just by looking at it, she can’t help but feel jealous. Moreover, you deliberately praised me and belittled Olivia in front of her face.

“As time passes, who knows if she will have any thoughts that she shouldn’t have. It’s fine if she destroys these paintings, but if she destroys me…”

Megan was shocked and subconsciously shook her head. “I don’t think so.”

Julian also frowned. “Olivia doesn’t look like a petty person. If your Stella wants to learn how to make sandwiches from her, she has already taught her. She doesn’t hide anything at all.”

“Dad.” Doris reminded him coldly, “Don’t forget that Olivia isn’t our family at all. Think about it, she must have offended someone. That’s why she went through so much trouble to set up such a trap.”

Megan didn’t understand. “That’s right. Why do you think she would lie? If there’s really a grudge, wouldn’t it be better to beat her up to vent your anger?”

Stella also muttered, “How did Olivia offend them?”

“What else could it be?” Doris’s tone was disdainful. “Just look at how she looks. She must have been a mistress and was discovered by the original wife.”

Doris despised women like this the most.

She herself was a genius. She had gone from a small town to one of the top universities in the capital. She knew how to play the violin and drew well.

She was outstanding, so she looked down on those who sold their bodies.

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Doris reminded them coldly. “Be careful. Don’t let her get close to me

After saying that, she turned around and continued drawing Just as she picked up her painthe her right hand, she suddenly remembered something

Her tone was cold. “In the future, lower your volume when you make the sandwiches in the morning”

It was so notsy

She only knew how to make sandwiches all day long. She was happy every day. However, she was so happy because of such small profits.

She thought of her roommate’s parents, who were professors at Capital University, and then looked at Megan and Julian.

Doris’s heart was filled with frustration.

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Olivia was really too tired. She fell asleep the moment she returned to her room.

She only woke up in the afternoon.

When she opened her eyes, she realized that there were a few missed calls on her phone. They were all from Gillian.

She got up to wash her face and comb her hair. After saying goodbye to Megan, she left the house. Gillian was waiting for her in a private room in a restaurant.

As soon as Olivia entered, the restaurant owner welcomed him with a face full of joy. “Miss Sandwich, you’re here. Go up to the second floor. Your friend is waiting for you there.”

Olivia smiled politely and went upstairs.

“Gillian, long time no see.” Olivia was very happy to see her friend.

Gillian quietly sized up Olivia and realized that she had lost a lot of weight recently. There were also dark circles under her eyes.

However, she was very energetic. There was wind under her feet, and she was very happy.

Gillian lowered her head and took a sip of water, using the cup to hide the haze in her eyes.

It had been half a month, but Olivia was still so sunny and lively. There was no gloom in her eyes.

Could it be that the Taylor family did not do as she said and did not reject Olivia?

Gillian was dissatisfied. She decided that later on, she would give Megan and the others a piece of advice to remind them not to forget their business.

“How have you been recently?” Gillian smiled and said in a teasing tone, “Your sandwiches are selling well. I’ve heard seven or eight rhymes alone.”

Olivia smiled mysteriously like a kitten. “Gillian, let me tell you a secret. Actually, I made up those rhymes.”

“What?” Gillian’s hand that was holding the glass of water paused. “You made it up?”

“Yes, yes.” Olivia nodded. Then, she took out a wrinkled book from her bag. It was called “Manual for Marketing Success“.

“Look!” Olivia happily displayed her treasure. “I bought it at an old bookstall at the market. It’s only two dollars.”

Gillian looked at the blurry words on the book and fell into deep thought.

This thing was obviously a pirated book.

Moreover, the title of the book was too aspirational.

It was obvious that it was that kind of motivational speech to deceive noobs who don’t know anything. Gillian did not even know how to look at this thing. She felt that it was a waste of time to even glance at it.

She did not expect Olivia to read such things.

Gillian felt secretly pleased with herself.

It was a sense of superiority that made her feel superior to Olivia.

“Don’t read this kind of book.” Gillian’s tone was disdainful. “They’re all lying to ignorant noobs. They’re useless.”

Books like these were basically trash. It was useless.

It was for those who did not have time to focus on learning. The goal was to give these people the illusion that they had learned knowledge.

However, in the end, it was just an illusion. They would not learn the real thing.

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Hearing Gillian speak about the book she liked like this, Olivia was stunned.

She raised her hand and touched the book with a stunned expression.

Gillian took the book and flipped through it. She realized that Olivia had actually taken notes.

The notes were very detailed. There were almost a hundred words on every page.

Gillian’s gaze was filled with disdain. “Don’t look at these useless things. If you like to read, I’ll get you a few good books. These are all lies.”

“It’s a lie?” Olivia was really surprised. “But I think it’s useful. I followed the method taught here and managed the social media account. I already have a lot of fans.”

Gillian asked casually, “How many?”

“380 thousand.”

“Pili!”

Gillian spat. Fortunately, it was aimed at the side.

Otherwise, she would have spat all her saliva on the table.

Gillian placed her left hand on the table and coughed for a long time. Her face was red and he only looked up after a long time.

“What did you just say? Say it again?”

Olivia blinked her beautiful eyes and asked, “Gillian, are you asking how many fans the account has?” Gillian nodded.

“389,762.”

Gillian was so done.

Olivia must be teasing her.

It had only been two weeks since she left, but she had already sold sandwiches and started a social media account. She had 380 thousand fans.

Fuck. If she was in a marketing company, she would be considered a genius after gaining 380 thousand followers in two weeks.

However, Olivia actually learned it from a pirated book.

Impossible, absolutely impossible!

Gillian did not believe it.

Olivia handed the phone over for her to look at the background data.

Gillian took a closer look.

Olivia was really lying. It was indeed not 389,762.

It was 389,788.

In just two minutes, she had gained 26 fans.

How was that possible?

Could it be like those fantasy novels? The secret manual for success is hidden in a small village! Gillian quickly flipped through the tattered book.

Now, her mentality when reading this book was different.

Previously, when she saw the title “Manual for Marketing Success“, she felt that it was so silly.

Looking at it now, it was simple and direct. It was obvious at a glance that it was written by an expert.

She immediately flipped it open.

The content inside was,

  1. What’s the benefit of having a social media account?

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  1. How to identify and accurately target audiences
  2. Typesetting is very important
  3. A Free Way
  4. Sincere Advice for Attracting Fans
  5. How to Retain Fans

They were more or less the same. It didn’t matter if it was said or not. It didn’t have any actual use.

Gillian looked at it again and again, but she did not see anything special.

She frowned and looked at Olivia. “Did you really learn from this?”

Olivia nodded. “Yes.”

She reached out and tapped it with her fingertip. “Look, I even took notes.”

Gillian read Olivia’s notes carefully.

She realized that she had written very carefully. Combined with the content taught in the book and the characteristics of her sandwich shop, she made a plan of action step by step. Every step was implementable.

The notes Olivia had written were indeed based on what was taught in the book, but she had purified them and combined them with reality to find the best solution.

Gillian read it and did not speak for a long time.

Seeing that she was silent, Olivia thought that Gillian was sad, so she explained, “Gillian, I know you’re doing this for my own good. You’re afraid that I’ll waste my time and not be able to learn anything after reading the books.”

She propped her chin on her hand and smiled cutely. “Actually, I don’t think there are any useless books. It’s just whether the person who studies it is serious or not. Even if it’s something common, as long as you’re serious, you can learn something.”

As she spoke, Olivia raised her hand and took the book back. She carefully closed it and put it in her bag. Gillian’s fingers that were holding the glass of water trembled a little. It took her a long time to stabilize them.

She thought of a question. “It’s okay in town, but most of the villagers are old people. Many of them don’t know how to use it. How did you get them to pay attention?”

Olivia chuckled. “I’ve thought of this problem, but they’re all using WhatsApp now, so this isn’t a problem. The key is how to use and protect them after they become fans. We can’t possibly have new sandwiches every day, right?”

Olivia had indeed thought about this problem. She could not sleep for a few days. She thought about it day and night and finally thought of a good idea.

She took out her phone and let Gillian look at the app on it. Her tone was light. “I realized that Amazon and the other apps will spend money to buy new members. It’s about ten dollars per member. As long as a new person registers and logs in, they will give commission.”

Olivia looked serious. “Many of the old people in the village have never used Amazon before. They are all new users. As long as they register on Amazon, they are new members and can get money.

“I’ll post such a link and let them register themselves. Then, I’ll give them a direct rebate.”

“Will they register?” Gillian frowned. “It’s easy to follow social media accounts, but it’s very difficult to register on an app. You still have to download it.”

“Look at this.” Olivia waved her phone and showed it to Gillian. “This is a comic I drew. It teaches the elderly how to register.”

The manga was simple and straightforward. Moreover, the process was clear and easy to understand. She didn’t need to read to understand.

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Olivia continued, “This is just one of the ways to retain fans. Not everyone will register. There are more messages about the sandwiches in the account.”

Olivia was really serious about her business. Painstaking effort has been put into every tiny detail.

She told Gillian, “I really intend to make turn my sandwiches into a big business.”

Gillian originally wanted to ask if Olivia was sad these few days and if she was jealous of her favored and outstanding sister.

However, looking at the dazzling Olivia, she suddenly could not bring herself to ask those words.

Olivia’s willpower was never limited to a small world. Her eyes were always focused on her heart and the vast world.

Chapter 249

The food in the restaurant was not bad.

Olivia found everything delicious. She only felt full after eating two platefuls of food in a row.

Gillian teased, “Why? Did your family starve you?”

The corners of Olivia’s lips curled up slightly. Her smile was faint, but it was just right.

“It’s not that they starve me. It’s just that I’ve eaten enough of the sandwiches. I eat it every day. I’m tired of it.”

Gillian smiled and did not reply.

She picked up the cup and took a sip of water. After a while, she said, “There’s something I have to tell

you.”

Olivia nodded.

“You built the sandwich shop. You have to watch it carefully. Don’t let anyone pick the fruit.”

Olivia looked up and thought seriously for a while. She did not say anything and only smiled.

After leaving the restaurant.

Gillian immediately called Megan and asked her to suggest that the restaurant would be reserved for Doris in the future in front of others.

She wouldn’t give Olivia a single cent.

After hanging up the phone, Gillian raised her hand and flipped her hair.

She thought of what her grandfather had said countless times.

He said that Olivia’s medical skills were good. In the future, the Smith family would have to be supported by Olivia. She and Jarron would support Olivia.

For what reason?

They were both granddaughters of the Smith family. Olivia was the youngest. Why should she take over? Gillian was unwilling.

Now, she also wanted Olivia to taste the bias she had once suffered.

“Let’s see how Olivia can remain calm when Julian and Megan hand the Taylor family over to Doris,” she thought.

After dinner, Olivia wandered outside for an entire afternoon before returning home.

Dinner was already prepared at home.

At the sight of Olivia’s return, Megan’s expression was a little unnatural.

The others also pursed their lips and pulled a long face. They didn’t look too happy.

Olivia raised her eyebrows.

She thought to herself, “Why did my family change in just one afternoon?”

They were still very close to her in the morning, but now they were cold.

“Olivia Megan cleared her throat. “I have something to tell you.”

Stella was easily embarrassed and could not bear to hear what Megan said next. She only said, “I’ll go to the kitchen to take a look.”

Then, she left in a hurry

Olivia sat on the chair and glanced at Stella’s back indifferently. Then, she lowered her eyes and seemed to be deep in thought.

“Here’s the thing. Megan sat on a stool, holding her phone in her hand.

Her phone was on, and she was having a call with Gillian

Gillian wanted to know Olivia’s reaction immediately. She wanted to see her shock, pain, and unwillingness… Just like what she had suffered in the past.

“The sandwich shop at home. Your father and I want to leave it to Doris in the future. We also want to give this building to Doris.”

When Megan first spoke, her tone was still not very smooth, but as she spoke, she became more and more fluent. “Doris is the smartest and most outstanding child in our family. After getting into Capital University, she will have to settle down in a big city in the future. As parents, we can’t help much. We can only leave her more assets.”

“Olivia, what do you think?” Megan deliberately asked Olivia.

Olivia held an orange in her hand and slowly peeled it. She broke off a piece and stuffed it into her mouth. before looking up at Megan. “Mom, isn’t it a little too early to talk about this?”

On the other side, Gillian was excited when she heard this.

“It’s coming. It’s coming!”

“Get angry, get angry, be indignant, get angry to your heart’s content!”

She would be filled with resentment, just like her in the past

Hearing Olivia’s indifferent words, Megan was a little angry. She questioned, “Are you unwilling? Let me tell you, whether you’re willing or not, this family has to be left to Doris.

“She’s the hope of our Taylor family. She’s a university student and will become a great painter in the future. We have to give all the money and things in the family to Doris!”

The orange was a little sour. Olivia frowned and swallowed it.

She was a little too lazy to speak.

It was a very strange feeling. Half a month ago, she was still close to Megan and the others. She wanted to treat them well and work hard for them.

But in the past few days, this feeling had suddenly faded a lot.

Sometimes, looking at these people, Olivia actually felt that they were unfamiliar.

She did not want to argue with Megan about this matter.

However, she thought that since she was her biological mother, there were still some things that she had

to say.

She pinched the orange and deliberated over her tone. “Mom, don’t you think you’re a little too short–sighted?”

“What the hell?” thought Megan.

Megan was dumbfounded, wondering, “Why did she turn against me?”

“What short–sightedness?” Megan asked subconsciously.

Olivia licked her lower lip, feeling more and more strange.

During this period of time, although she was always busy selling sandwiches, she rarely interacted with

Doris.

However, even after such a short interaction, she could sense that Doris was stupid.

Be it in terms of IQ, EQ, or the way she conducted herself, she was like a primary school student. She was childish, aloof, and looked down on others.

Such a person could get into Capital University?

Apart from Donis, Gillian was also very stupid.

The instigation was too obvious.

However, Olivia could sense that she did not have any bad intentions, so she did not pay much attention

to IL

Olivia threw the orange peel into the wastebasket. She looked at Megan and said in a puzzled tone, “Why

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are you bringing this up now? Can’t you wait a few years until I make the sandwiches into a big business?” God, Olivia really didn’t want to say it so bluntly.

It was just a sandwich shop. She had only managed it for half a month and it had already reached such a scale. When she expanded the sandwich business, wouldn’t it be better for Megan to come and snatch it then?

Why was she talking about this now?

Even Olivia didn’t covet over such a small sandwich shop in town, let alone others.

Moreover, Doris sat at the side without saying a word, tacitly agreeing to this matter.

If Megan was said to be a simple woman who was not so scheming, Doris was a student at Capital University.

Her thoughts were too shallow!

Olivia felt that if she played mind games, she could play them to death.

It was so strange. In her memory, everyone said that she was stupid and did not know anything, but why did she feel that she was not stupid?

“Mom” Olivia took Megan’s hand and suggested sincerely, “Give me another two years. At least let me expand sandwich’s business into the city before you want it! Aren’t you afraid that I’ll be wary of you if you bring it up now?”

Megan was dumbfounded.

Doris was stunned.

On the other end of the line, Gillian was also stunned.

Olivia continued, “Sigh, your idea is really not great. You see, I’m the one that makes the sandwiches. I run the sandwich shop. I also found a way to accumulate fans. In other words, everything is dependent on me alone.

“Under such circumstances, shouldn’t you guys please me? Then you can make me support my brothers and sisters. When I expand the sandwich business in the future, I’ll give my brothers and sisters some dividends.

“How about this? I’ll personally manage the business and bear the burden. Brother and sister can get dividends without doing anything. This is the way a smart person should do things.”

Olivia was really ignorant.

How could anyone be so short–sighted?

She actually wanted to chase away the most capable person when the business was rising.

She wanted to say something, but some images suddenly flashed through her mind.

It seemed that someone had once said that she would inherit the family business and be the pillar of the family. Her brothers and sisters would do nothing but enjoy the dividends.

Actually, this was not very fair, but because she liked her brother and sister, she agreed.

In the end, her brothers and sisters were unwilling and despised her for snatching away their assets. However, they did not think about it. With their own medical skills, could they support the Smith family? The memory was only a flash, and it quickly disappeared.

Olivia did not probe further. She just looked at Megan seriously and sincerely suggested, “I think my idea is not bad, but if you insist on leaving this sandwich shop to Doris, I’m also okay with that.

“I can do something else. It’s just a sandwich shop. If you like it, take it. It’s no big deal.” When she said this, Olivia’s tone was indifferent. She did not take the sandwich shop seriously at all. This kind of indifference and nonchalance instantly shocked the people of the Taylor family. In their opinion, the sandwich shop was a huge golden hen, and it was personally created by Olivia.

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She actually said that she didn’t want it. She didn’t have any hesitation at all.

Even Doris looked at Olivia in surprise.

Although she looked down on selling sandwiches, she occasionally heard her mother, Megan, nag about it. She knew how shocking the amount of money made was.

Olivia actually abandoned it just like that.

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Olivia seemed to be a man of her word.

After saying that she didn’t want the shop, she never interfered in the sandwich business ever again.

She didn’t even settle the accounts.

It was as if she really had no interest in money.

Megan was stunned. She was speechless for a long time.

Doris sat opposite her and pinched her fingertips. She looked at Olivia seriously and said in a surprised tone, “You really don’t want it anymore?”

Olivia nodded. “I don’t want the money in the account, but I’ll have to charge for the recipes. The three recipes I taught Stella are free. I’ll charge two thousand dollars for each recipe for the remaining seven recipes.”

“So expensive!” Megan exclaimed. “You might as well rob someone!”

Julian pulled a long face and looked at Olivia with dissatisfaction.

Doris sneered.

She had thought that she was really a noble and pure person who didn’t want anything. So she was scheming here?

She looked over and sized up Olivia for a while. She had an accurate guess in her heart.

Such an unscrupulous scheme, yet she still chose to retreat in order to advance. She must be someone’s mistress.

A person could lose their memory, but their temperament would never change.

As the saying went, mountains and rivers were easy to change, but nature was hard to change.

That was the logic.

Even though Olivia usually looked hardworking and down–to–earth, she instantly revealed her true nature at the critical moment.

Doris immediately didn’t want to interact with Olivia anymore.

She was afraid that she would be tainted by the cunning aura of a peddler.

This would affect her pure talent in painting.

Megan was very dissatisfied with the fact that Olivia wanted money for the recipes. She muttered, “How can you ask for money? It’s just a few recipes. Besides, your father and I have raised you for so many years, but we didn’t ask for money.”

Julian knocked on his cigarette and said, “You can ask for money for the recipes, but you have to return the child support we gave you for more than 20 years.”

“Alright,” Olivia agreed immediately. “It’s only right for me to return my parents‘ child support. However, I don’t have any money on hand now. I can’t get so much money in a short period of time. The few recipes are the only valuable thing I have. How about this? I’ll sell them publicly.

“Now that sandwich business is so popular, I’m sure many people are willing to buy it. I won’t sell too much. I’ll charge four thousand dollars for each recipe. Once I get the money, I’ll give it to you.”

“How can you do that?” Megan was dumbfounded. “This is our family’s recipe. If you sell it, others will also sell sandwiches. What should we do?”

Julian was also mute.

He only wanted to put pressure on Olivia and ask her to give them the recipe for free. He did not expect her to sell it.

His face immediately darkened.

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“Mom.” Olivia was reasonable. “As parents, you have to be reasonable. You said that sandwich shop will be

left to Doris, and I agreed. You said that you want me to pay for the child support, and I agreed. What else do you want from me?”

Megan was at a loss for words.

It was still Doris who spoke.

“Olivia, you can’t be scheming toward your relatives. You’re Mom’s child. Everything you have should belong to Mom, let alone a few recipes. How can you ask for money?”

Doris spoke righteously with disdain.

She despised Olivia’s scheme.

Olivia leaned back in her chair and tapped her fingertips on the back of the chair. “Of course I’ll be filial to my parents. If this shop belongs to my parents, I’ll definitely give it to them. But the problem now is that this shop is yours.

“Even if we’re biological sisters, there’s no reason for you to take advantage of me like this. Doris, you’re still a university student.”

Doris was instantly speechless.

She frowned and thought for a long time, but she could not think of anything to refute Olivia.

At this moment, Julian slammed his palm on the table and said angrily, “Alright, we’re all family. How can. you be so squabbly? Let’s not talk about today first. All of you go and rest. We’ll talk tomorrow.”

He chased them all away.

Julian quickly gestured for Megan to speak to Gillian.

The two of them were on the phone, so Gillian heard the situation clearly.

She had a headache.

The Taylor family’s situation was different from the Smith family’s. Whatever the Taylor family had was all from Olivia.

However, the Smith family belonged to her grandfather.

Therefore, she and Jarron were qualified to have a share.

Derek and Doris from the Taylor family were not qualified to get Olivia’s sandwich shop.

The two situations cannot be analogous.

“How about this?” Gillian said. “Let’s forget about this matter first and not mention it again. In a few days, you said that you have a high–ranking official in your family who can take care of your children. Then, you can bring Derek and Doris over, but not Olivia. I’ll give you the specifics in advance.”

There was always a knot in Gillian’s heart because of things similar to this.

Ever since she was young, every time her grandfather hosted a big shot from Capital City, he would only bring Olivia over. He only brought Olivia to visit Mr. Swift who was in the convalescence home.

Mr. Swift was such an extraordinary person.

That was a figure that could only be seen on television. He was the top leader of the country.

Why did he only bring Olivia to meet such a big shot?

Gillian felt that it was unfair.

Therefore, she wanted Olivia to feel it too.

A few days later, Megan said that she wanted to bring Doris to visit her relative.

That relative was a high–ranking official in the province and had power and influence.

She wanted him to take care Doris.

“Yes.” Olivia’s expression did not change as she skillfully made the sandwiches.

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stay at home and look after the shop. I’ll bring your brother and Doris over.”

Olivia nodded. “Got it.”

Megan could not understand what Olivia was thinking. She stared at her for a long time and realized that she was not angry or jealous at all. Her expression was calm.

How could this be?

Megan didn’t understand.

However, she did not need to figure it out. She just needed to follow Gillian’s instructions.

In the afternoon, the Taylor family’s shop was empty, leaving only Olivia.

Everyone else had gone to the province.

Today’s sandwiches were sold out early.

Olivia had nothing to do, so she sat on the chair and read.

After reading two pages, Gillian arrived.

“Gillian, come in quickly,” Olivia called out.

Gillian looked around and realized that there was only Olivia. She pretended to be curious. “Why are you the only one here? Where’s Mr. Taylor and the others?”

Olivia took a bottle of water and handed it to Gillian. “They brought Doris to the province.”

“Province?”

“Yes, yes.” Olivia nodded. “They went to the province to see my uncle. I have an uncle who is an official in the province. My mother said she’s bringing Doris around and she wants my uncle to guide Doris in the future.”

Gillian frowned. “Then why didn’t she bring you along?”

Olivia didn’t care at all. “That’s nothing.”

“Why aren’t you angry at all?” Gillian was disappointed. “This is such a good opportunity. He’ll be a connection in the future. How can they leave you behind? This is too much!”

Olivia could not help but laugh. “Gillian, you’re so cute.”

Gillian frowned. “What do you mean?”

Olivia held the glass of water and took a sip before saying, “Who said that someone you meet once will be a connection? Gillian, aren’t you thinking too simply about connections?

“I don’t study much and don’t know much, but I know that the essence of connections is the exchange of resources. You have to have the ability to be able to build connections. Otherwise, it’s useless.”

Gillian shook her head. “Just because you can’t use it now doesn’t mean you won’t be able to use it in the future.”

Olivia raised her eyebrows and suddenly smiled. “Ms. Gillian, if you don’t have any strength in your connections, it’s like a pavilion in the air. You’ll only consume yourself and won’t bring any actual benefits.”

How could it be consumption?

Gillian didn’t believe it.

“Olivia, let me tell you a story.”

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Gillian told a story.

In the story, there was an old gentleman with the surname Smith. He was a brilliant doctor.

He had two granddaughters. The elder granddaughter was gentle and quiet. She had a reserved and considerate personality and loved medicine a lot.

The younger granddaughter was lively and mischievous. She liked to join in the fun. She had learned to play the violin, paint, and play chess but could not settle down to study medicine.

However, the old gentleman was exceptionally partial towards his younger granddaughter.

Whenever a big shot came to the family to seek medical treatment, the old gentleman always brought his younger granddaughter over but never his elder granddaughter.

Over time, those big shots had an impression of his younger granddaughter and treated her very well.

Later, his elder granddaughter inherited the family business and invited these big shots to participate in the ceremony.

Unexpectedly, when these big shots heard that his younger granddaughter was not around, they didn’t want to come as invited.

They had already become his younger granddaughter’s connections.

Gillian was very emotional, but Olivia was not listening attentively.

She was fiddling with her phone.

Gillian was unhappy. “Why aren’t you saying anything?”

Olivia looked up. “What should I say?”

Gillian took a deep breath. “Don’t you think the old man is partial?”

Olivia tapped her fingertips on the table and sighed lightly. “Gillian, have you ever thought of one thing?”

“What?” Gillian tilted her head.

Olivia continued. “You said those big shots were there to seek medical treatment. Then why did the old gentleman take his younger granddaughter with him? Did he bring her over to make a mess? Or can a doctor bring a child into the operating room?”

Gillian was stunned by the question.

“You also said that the old gentleman is a miracle doctor. He won’t do meaningless things. Then why did he take his younger granddaughter with him?” Olivia held up one finger. “There’s only one reason that makes sense. His granddaughter appeared as his assistant.”

“No way!” Gillian exclaimed. “His younger granddaughter is very young. She’s only in her teens. How can she be his assistant?”

Olivia’s tone was calm as she asked, “Then why did the miracle doctor bring a teenage girl with him when he was curing his patients? Gillian, you’re a grown–up. You should know that one would never try to make connections when others are sick unless he’s lost his mind.

“For example, when you’re as sick as a dog and in unbearable pain, someone brings a child over and tells you how cute and smart the child is. At such a moment, will you like this child?”

Gillian’s entire body trembled violently as if she had suffered a big blow. She kept shaking her head and muttering, “No, it wasn’t true! No, no.”

“There’s another doubtful point.” Olivia continued, “You said those people are all big shots and elites in the industry. These people are smart cookies and won’t act recklessly merely based on their personal preferences. There must be a reason why they rejected the elder granddaughter and liked the younger

one.”

At this point, Olivia paused and voiced her thoughts. “I don’t think the elder granddaughter should

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on the younger granddaughter because she’ll probably have

attention to herself and strive to improve her strength. Why bother with those big shots? If her medical skills were

shot.

play up to others? Isn’t it good

elder granddaughter. Her grandfather was a miracle doctor, and she

elder granddaughter, she would go all out to study

case, those big shots would

it would

rushing to befriend others and wishing to be liked, why not work

“I don’t like to associate with big shots. I like to become a big shot myself.” Gillian was already speechless. She was in a

if she was escaping without saying

family returned at night, their faces were red,

it wasn’t true that they would meet a high–ranking official on this trip,

Association organized one small

participants were all recommended by the association’s internal members.

for Doris.

not a large–scale competition, it had extraordinary

competition, she could get to

teacher and be taken in as a disciple by the teacher, Doris would have great success in her

have a sudden rise in

excitement. She had even stomped upstairs to paint without eating

Gillian returned to her residence. As soon as she entered the door, she saw another

Ernesto was back.

a wide network. You even know the

slightly stunned. Then, the corners of her mouth

know a teacher from the Painting Association. That teacher was also the president of

Association

teacher was Olivia’s

teacher, she was nothing but Olivia’s

“No,

Ernesto raised his eyebrows.

to paint together with Olivia. Grandpa hired Mrs. Rose

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favorites, so he only recommended Olivia to

she said this, Gillian’s shoulders could not

that time. It still stung her whenever she recalled the sadness, helplessness,

so partial to Olivia?” Ernesto raised his eyebrows. Your grandfather has indeed gone too far in this matter. You are both his granddaughters.

want one disciple only? So what

and spoke up

cool. I have to look into Mrs. Liebsig now.” Saul took out his phone and

almost a month, Saul had already

search.

doubts, he would start searching

entered Rose’s full name, and soon,

was

lineal branch spoke

briefly reading Rose’s introduction, Saul suddenly cried out in surprise as if he had

Mrs. Liebsig has gone too far. She said she would only want one disciple, but five after she took in Olivia, she has taken in two more

the line. She’s a liar!” Saul snorted

hand holding the pen paused,

flushed red as if it

she did not know if

years

wanting one disciple? It

in another two disciples five years later if she

still crowing at the side, angrily accusing

word he said, Gillian looked more

Saul. “Enough! Stop

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listening for fun. She was not very

of the gossip came to

a

stunned for a

guess you’re Doris’s sister, Olivia? I’m

you looking

at the stairs, and a look of desire

herself and shook her head. “I’m not going up. I’ll leave Doris to finish her work

The painting competition?

How did Bettany know about the

this was a niche competition. It was an internal competition organized by the Painting

mainly held to choose

competition was not the point. What mattered was whether any teacher took

explained, “I’ve read Doris’s

Facebook status?

heard these two words, she immediately realized she had been

and gestured for

was all

status of her participation in the competition, but she also read another update about color

the other day and now acts like a painter who knows how to mix colors. By the way, does anyone know

gaze swept across

did not change, but her understanding

of mockery and

tell the character of

was superficial

the phone to Bettany and asked her what she

a lot of things in her

this is my experience in many years of painting and color mixing. It’s not as good as the professional, but it should be helpful. Please give

hope Doris can on it.” After

hint of sadness flashed across Bettany’s face. “Doris probably doesn’t have

not a warm–hearted person. When she heard Bettany say this,

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over the notebook and went

barely suppressed her frustration and said in a deep voice, “Olivia, you’re distracting me. Stop walking around. This competition means a lot to

mean a

did not think

she could feel that

notebook to Doris and said, “Bettany told me to give you this.

Doris sneered.

threw it on the

What made her think she could

that Bettany would

bring these over again.” Doris

looked up and glanced at

gaze was indifferent, cold, and clear, but for some reason,

Her fingertips trembled uncontrollably.

her lips. She wanted to say something but could not speak a single word, no

time she had fully recovered, Olivia

was so mad

notebook and took it

across the street

than two minutes, she

saw

home?” Olivia put the

came from the door, and Talia

deadly pale, and she looked a little

was stunned for a second before saying, “You’re from the Taylor

she looked around imperceptibly. Finally, she pointed at the notebook on the table and said, “This is Bettany’s notebook. I brought it back

hurriedly and started to show her the door. “Alright, I see. Thank you. If there’s nothing else, see

door. With her hand on the doorknob, she was halfway through the door when she suddenly turned around and whispered, “Mrs.

had chills all over and could not stop shaking in

was mentally weak. It seemed it took her forever to speak out a word. Olivia frowned and took out her phone, trying to call the

she entered the house, Olivia noticed something was off. There were three shadows at the door of the small

and compared to the other two shadows, it

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Olivia was very vigilant.

was also

had happened to

had happened and walked to open the door

you doing? There are no outsiders in the house. It’s Bettany’s father.” Saying it, Talia quickly turned around and gestured for Tucker to come out. “Tucker, come out quickly.” Following Talia’s call, a middle–aged man in a suit and leather shoes walked out

smile on his face, looking

lady, you’ve misunderstood. I’m Bettany’s father. I’m here to see her. I’m not

echoed Tucker’s words and even walked to Tucker’s side, looking like she trusted and

gaze to look at the shadow at the door of the small room

the ground?” Tucker did not understand

her head and gestured for them to

said firmly, “You drugged her. What are you going to

heard this, she freaked out.

“Shut up!” Tucker scolded.

not be more stupid, wondering how she could admit it when

around and looked at Olivia gloomily. His tone was threatening. “Young lady, don’t be a

Was he threatening her?

threats. If the other side spoke nicely to her, she

would never compromise if she

to Tucker. She directly pushed the

she called out to the police officer who had rushed over excitedly to the Taylor family for sandwiches but

inside the room, witnessed everything. He was so angry that he clenched his fists and slammed

was covered

wasn’t damaged at all. On the contrary, he was in so much pain that

it! He was so

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room and

of Rose on Wikipedia again and

introduction was

in her fourth disciple that year, whose surname was Taylor. Five years later, she took in the fifth and

also an exclusive

in her first disciple, she had

she liked

on the ground and dialed

phone went through, “Mrs. Liebsig, you said you would only accept one

when she received the call from Gillian. She then

the sofa and sat down, drinking

the more she listened, the more

help but interrupt Gillian. “Wait,

that true?” Gillian

was any doubt about

the president of the Painting Association and a current oil painting master. If her grandfather hadn’t invited her, Rose wouldn’t have come to a

Rose smiled. “I don’t know your grandfather too well. He didn’t invite me

who’d invited you?” Gillian didn’t

Gillian’s eyes, her grandfather was a miracle doctor. He had a lot of connections, and people from all walks of life would do him a favor. No one

surprised. “I think you’ve thought too highly

are superb, but he’s just a doctor, after all. Why would

why did you come to

happened to see Olivia’s painting at an art exhibition then. I spent a

this.” Rose didn’t bother to waste her breath with Gillian. “I went to Layfield to take in

She clenched her fists tightly and barely managed to calm herself down. “So, you’ve never considered taking

about what happened back then. It had been so many years, so how

very strict about choosing disciples. I don’t just go around taking in mediocre disciples. I wouldn’t lower my bar even if your grandfather were

to mention he’s only

numb. It took her quite

“But you’ve praised me and said I had

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I was just being

by grading them for me every

After a while, she said, “To be honest, I’ve lived for so long, but I’ve never

told Olivia to bring your mediocre paintings to me for grading

this, Rose

feel that Gillian was too thick–skinned for having ordered Olivia without any gratitude and took it for

to get me to check your paintings back then. She begged me again and again. Ms. Gillian, you owe it to Olivia. Because of Olivia, you had the chance to come into contact with

be an ordinary person among the millions. She would have no chance or be in no place to come into contact with those top masters from all walks

was that instead of being

it be

didn’t want to say anything more. “For the sake of Olivia, I’ll give you a recommended entry

she hung up

to disturb Doris with her painting, everyone from the Taylor family dared not to speak loudly. They walked on tiptoes and

in the

much to do, Olivia went upstairs to watch

at sunset. It was

color of the sky could be better. She had mixed several colors

little black and turn it into a grayish orange.”

looked up and glanced at Olivia with a

please go to study the sandwich

did not feel attached to this

watch her paint was only

been a responsible person. Even if she had lost her

the heavy burden and think for her

since Doris didn’t care, Olivia had no intention of sucking

turned around

saying a word, Doris’s expression looked more terrible. She snorted

from upstairs and heard a

looked over. “What’s

pushed the

street.”

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and frowned. “It’s Bettany’s restaurant,

spat out a mouthful of almonds and started to gossip about

same age as Doris. They were classmates, but compared to Doris, she

and went home to look after

mother and daughter finally had a better life and opened a fast

had been missing for many years,

living. But he had been away

a good thing for the family of three to be

Tucker had started another family

no good when he returned this time. He wanted Bettany

a terrible father he is!” Megan

Bettany is tough. She made a scene at the engagement ceremony, broke away from Tucker, and

after she were back,

a scene at

Tucker had convinced Bettany’s mother, Talia, who had also urged

if Talia was really stupid or just

wealthy family, but so what? It still couldn’t change the fact

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officer, Marco, was here to get some sandwiches, but unfortunately, the Taylor family’s

upset. He was out of sandwiches back home and could not

He was down.

cry, the first thought that crossed Marco’s mind was that Olivia must still

Thank god!

that, he realized that Olivia was calling him for

and thought he was a lousy police officer. How could his mind

Wood rushed over in

on?” he

“Bettany’s parents have knocked her out and

my god!

Even the

made a call to report to

stepped forward to stop him. “Misunderstanding! It’s just a misunderstanding. Officer. please listen to me. We’re Bettany’s parents. Why would we sell our

was swayed and looked toward

already fainted. We can get the doctor to check on her later to see if she has had drunk some

towards the small room and saw Bettany lying on the

several times, but

darkened as he realized that

ruthless. “Mind

nodded. “I

it to Tucker. “So, I recorded it just in case. Even if

to you for so long? I

Whatever she said and did had its meaning. Moreover, the prerequisite for her saving people

an old saying that relatives

with her parents must be

with her parents and turned against

anything and watched a young girl get

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had broken her

the evidence in advance before calling the police. This way, nothing would

Tucker was furious.

such a meticulous girl in

genius she

all of them away, and Bettany

the police station to make

“How did you find out

door. One of them seemed to be sitting on

painting on the wall in the aisle. There was a small piece of

and his colleagues looked at each other

admire her observation. She could have seen all those

was extremely curious. “What made you think Tucker Fulham and Talia Fulham have

mother, Talia was only panicking. There was no worry or fear on her face. This didn’t make sense at all. Recalling the previous news, everyone said Tucker and Talia wanted to marry their daughter Bettany to a paralyzed guy for

“Oh my god,

could even

“Do you usually like to read detective novels?”

didn’t seem to

everything just by sending a notebook over. You

Wasn’t she good?

easy to find out. She did not think it was such a big deal

reminded Marco, “This is

almost forgot

guess should be the fact, but they

might cover up for

all, they were her

we still have to wait for Bettany’s confession later. After all, they’re Bettany’s parents. And this will probably end up with nothing definite.” Leaving things unsettled was the best outcome. But they were worried that Tucker and Talia would twist the facts and accuse Olivia of calling the police to vent her anger, slander them, and ruin their reputation. “I

Marco was dumbfounded.

his colleagues beside him widened their

She was so well–prepared!

did you

would make a false

gave her a thumbs up. “Bravo! You’re

fine. When Bettany woke up, she

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her.

they were her parents, so Bettany did not

them go home

home, she brought some food over to thank

only brought some food from the restaurant. She then fetched one of the paintings and gave it

this myself. It’s for you. I hope you like

an oil painting of the

delicate, and the colors were clean. The entire painting looked amiable

was surprised. “Did you

speaking of painting, the smile on Bettany’s face brightened. She talked non–stop and said a lot about

Bettany had been fond of painting since she was young. When she was still a primary school student, an art teacher noticed her talent and taught her many painting skills. When she was

sick, and she dropped out of school. But she did not give up. She worked hard to

dimples on her cheeks. She looked cute. “I’ve read a lot of books and

liked, Bettany changed from her previous gloominess and unhappiness. She was in high spirits, and her eyes

neck is too thick. Not good.” Doris

and directly poked at

quiet and peaceful neck of the Virgin Mary was

are you doing?” Bettany subconsciously pushed

did you push

time, she said, “You

thing a painting?” Doris was disdainful. She looked up

tears. She frowned and said impatiently, “Fine. Fine. I’ll fix it for

use this one. I’ll enhance it for you.” Doris arrogantly raised her

and suppressed the anger in her chest. She hugged

arms.

sorry, Olivia. This painting is

that, she left

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brought up the

even knocked

agreed. “Bettany is really pitiful to have such a pair

realize that something was wrong and call the police?” Olivia nodded. “Yes, I went to return the notebook

not speak much, but this time, he could not help but lecture her. “Don’t interfere in such matters in the future. Bettany is her daughter. She can do whatever she wants. Outsiders are not to

interfere in other

lowered her eyes and held an orange in

nagging feeling that

Why would they

and the

this moment, her

It was Gillian.

in town

sitting on the sofa with her phone in her hand. She looked frustrated. Ernesto sat opposite her. His

eyes. “This is the last time. I’ll hypnotize her one last time. I want to see how Olivia will face it when she

fallen in love

would Olivia be like her? Would she fight for Jarron’s attention and

His eyes were deep, and there

and nodded. “Sure,

changed. “Hypnosis alone is not enough.

“I have a good idea. On the way here, I’ll pretend to be injured and get her to bring me medicine. Then, I’ll take the opportunity to hypnotize

gone through so much trouble to

unusually flirtatious face immediately looked so

said, “After that, call her and ask her to leave. What happened next would be that I recognized the wrong person after I woke up. I thought

good idea?” Ernesto turned to Gillian. His eyes were

Gillian was silent.

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him if she was hypnotized in such a location and in

had to watch helplessly as the person she liked treated her sister well because of a

a moment, Gillian nodded. “Alright,

to the hotel. Olivia received a call from Gillian. Gillian asked her to take the small road to the east, saying that she would

and did not think too much

city. There were no street lamps

remote. It was only nine o’clock

to the

stopped in

hear Olivia’s footsteps. He pressed his

long legs also stretched into the middle of the road,

all. Everything was ready. Ernesto leaned his head against the wall. As soon as he closed his

the hell was

He was going blind!

My eyes, my eyes!

tightly with his hands, but even so,

was

in with a strong flashlight and had a clear view of the situation in the

two steps inside and was about two yards away from Ernesto. She asked curiously, “Why are you lying here?

only determine where

Ernesto said

frowned. “That’s

Ernesto was speechless.

She could even smell chicken

Ernesto turned his head quickly and immediately corrected himself.

took out a huge stick from behind her. She held the stick in her right hand and poked Ernesto’s left. leg. “Is it this one?”

see Olivia’s movements. He only felt something poking

He nodded. “Yes.”

call the police immediately and get someone to send

shook his head and made

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gun…”

taken out her phone.

Ernesto was dumbfounded!

How did that happen?

in the novel was like this. The male lead was shot by a gun and could not go to the hospital,

did Olivia call the

call the police. Why do you have to call the police? I already said

this plot was borrowed from the novel. Therefore, Ernesto thought that Olivia would be like the female protagonist in the novel. She would not call

couldn’t understand why Olivia called

you think I’ll help a criminal? Of course, I’m on the same side as the

the police and casually believe in a strange man one met on the street. Even if she wasn’t

If she

Olivia still didn’t give up on calling the police, Ernesto couldn’t take

3 inches tall and had practiced boxing since he was

sudden pounce would

And yet…

he could get close to Olivia, his abdomen was ruthlessly poked by a

hurt

in mid–air, Ernesto fell to the ground with a thud and rolled on the

covering his face. He covered his

and shone it at

exotic face,

Then, countless memories returned.

She remembered!

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She easily restrained

felt hurt in an

Oh! How magicall

still surprised, something even

at him and said coldly. “Ernesto,

changed drastically

He was stunned.

he said, “You’re

hypnosis has been removed, and our

the ground and looked at Olivia in disbelief.

removed from

said in a low voice, “I woke

Ernesto was

I’ll hand myself over to someone else without doing anything

Ernesto hypnotize her, she had made all the necessary preparations in advance. Not only did she have to give a psychological hint, but as long as she saw Ernesto’s

set a

her away. They would also think of a way to let her see

hypnosis would not be

the country and pressure Fesmuowana through

time, things would not be under Emesto’s control, or even the

was a national

to Ernesto and pressed the

on her left wrist

three minutes two ghost–like

was Pets and

raver of them said

le due cathon!

quickly ran a few steps and stopped to front of

going to see Cullat as you want

log and

Ese and Does she

Regret of

walk

cow how you what

get a

ducked

night was very dark. Only the faint moonlight shone on her face, blurring her

Ernesto could still feel the coldness from

Olivia’s mind, regret was the most meaningless

had already hurt others. What was the use of

was just to make herself feel

Ernesto and said calmly, “I let you hypnotize me in exchange for the Wilcox family’s hypnotism. Now that the hypnosis is over, we have nothing to do with

Olivia paused and continued, “I’m not a good–tempered person, and my

ties with Ernesto, which made him feel very

in Olivia’s tone, but her attitude of leaving him alone as if she didn’t want to have

as if after tonight, they were no longer

suddenly

to

to speak. She got into the car and closed

extremely cold and heartless. She did not

the black car had already left like an arrow and disappeared into

was left was a thick, foul–smelling

What a hateful girl!

there be such a woman? She didn’t

Olivia where she was going and if she wanted to go back to the

Her tone was even colder than the

nodded and asked, “Where

the lights not far away. She suddenly thought of Bettany

It was pitch–black inside, and there was only a faint

and knocked

a while,

door and gestured for her

hesitated. After all, it was almost midnight. It was really not safe to

she remembered how Olivia had helped her

her courage

already so late. What’s

nervous and sat up

and comforted her. “Don’t be nervous. I’m here to tell you that I’m

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give me

was surprised. “Where are

about to speak when a

was knocking on the

here?” Tucker curled his lips and looked past

and reminded him. “Olivia is my

not to meddle in other people’s business in the

Tucker’s tone

stand Tucker’s sarcasm. She waved her hand to chase him away and apologized

bit her lower lip and looked

this period of time… be careful. My father is

finished speaking,

courage to admit that their biological father

said calmly. “He can’t

worried, Olivia added, “I’ll leave here tonight and never

leaving immediately, Bettany first heaved a sigh of relief and then was shocked. “You’re not coming back anymore? You’re not going to

“You’re mistaken. I’m not the Taylor family’s

little stunned, but she was very smart

reason.

so she could not ask further. She only looked at Olivia reluctantly. “Then, Olivia, will I be able to see you again in the

casually, “Let’s leave

the car door. “Wait for me here. I’ll

back with a painting. ‘Olivia, this is for you.” Bettany looked sad.

she smiled and said, “Then I’ll also give you a gift.” “Huh?” Bettany was a little

not far away. When he heard Olivia’s words, he glanced at

thought that this young lady was so lucky to be favored by Miss

might have some good

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people in the sandwich shop found Olivia was missing

should we do? Olivia

walked out of the room with a coat on. “Take your time. Maybe she’s gone out.” Derek and Stella also came down from upstairs. They said anxiously, “Why don’t we call Miss

her. She’s gone. I’ve already transferred the money to your card. You

she hung up

of the Taylor family were left

a while, Derek finally found his voice. He took a deep breath and said, “She has left just like

said in a dissatisfied tone, “She is really too much. She didn’t even inform

and sensible, so Megan had already treated Olivia as her child. For

She started to grumble.

said mockingly, “Mother, you really treat her as your

a fool of Olivia. It was already good enough that Olivia was not angry and didn’t take revenge. How could she

that, Stella thought

still

a big

fillings in the Taylor family’s sandwich shop. Stella had only learned three of them, and she was not very good at making them. The

What should we do?” Stella was so anxious that she stomped

a few sandwich–filling recipes. Don’t act like you haven’t seen the world. When I participate in this internal competition organized by the Painting Association, I’ll be chosen by one of the teachers of the Painting Association and taken in as a disciple. At that time,

more confident. “Yes, Doris’s painting is the most important. If the sandwich–filling recipes

morning will affect Doris’s painting. We might as

head and glared at

Doris. “Doris, your sister–in–law is just too anxious. Don’t be angry.” “Derek. Doris glanced at Derek and frowned slightly. “Don’t be blinded by these small profits. Sandwich is so cheap. Even if you sell ten thousand of them, you won’t earn two thousand

the Painting Association, I’ll be famous. Any random painting can be sold for thousands of dollars or even one hundred thousand dollars. You’re my brother, so I’ll definitely take care

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family doted on her and obeyed her. She was used to being domineering. Even when she spoke to her

to her attitude and did

interacted with Olivia a lot. He had seen Olivia’s

faced Doris again, he felt

say anything. He just turned

in her room when she suddenly received a call from the express delivery. It said that

down her pen and looked happy. “It

She

on her shoes and

counter and looked at Bettany’s back with

and is a little distant. She definitely isn’t on the side of outsiders.” Bettany received the package and opened it as she

marry into the Hall family. In the future, you can have whatever you want.

hand that was

up and stared at Tucker. Her tone was cold. “Tucker, I’m calling

“How can you talk to your father like

suppressed the sorrow in her heart. “Mom, I’m your daughter.

asking you to marry him. It’s just an engagement. Your father said that the company is in danger now and only the Hall

should I help him? Doesn’t

your younger sister. How can you be

this point, he even vented his anger on Talia. “How did you teach

and immediately explained, “Tucker, don’t be angry. Calm down. Bettany is still young and hasn’t interacted with Missy before. She doesn’t have any feelings for Missy. When they get along for a long time in the future,

grew impatient.

Bettany sneered. “Don’t force me. I won’t marry into the Hall family. Even if you use despicable methods to knock me out and marry me, I won’t let

Talia slapped Bettany and looked at Bettany angrily with reddened eyes.

used to her

no longer hurt. She just

and looked at Talia coldly. “Mom,

that, she ran

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out to

hold on. A girl shouldn’t be too stubborn. Doesn’t she like to paint? Let’s break one of her hands and see

couldn’t help

the depths

said in a weak voice. Tucker. Bettany is too young and insensible. Give me more time.

at Talia and suddenly

his hand and touched Talia’s cheek. His voice was gentle. “I knew it. You understand my heart the

her head and smiled

her face

understand. She

for so many years and had always doted on her, suddenly change

wanted to force her to

face,

It should be

that it

had given Olivia a painting, so Olivia also

package had been completely opened. Inside was not a painting, but a

it strange. Did people still

and opened it. She realized that it was not

What exactly was it?

more and more confused. Was

thin golden paper shell and opened

a line of

looked, the heavier her breathing became, and her

this was actually an invitation to the Painting Association’s internal

slightly. She

she suspected that she

her eyes hard and looked at

It was actually true!

to her by Olivia. Who exactly

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letter, her heart pounding so fast that it was about to jump

words over and over again, feeling like she was in a

such a good thing

was not a hesitant

had already taken on the burden of the family. This had trained

decisive person.

gotten the invitation, she had to

she did not understand this competition, Bettany

with the invitation letter in her arms. After running a few steps, she turned back

was in the process

to her, so she had to

Doris was a

she ran too quickly,

a while for her to catch her

Her eyes were bright like the

Doris was instantly stunned.

dazzling Bettany. It seemed that ever since she met Bettany, Bettany had always been depressed.

in her eyes.

can participate in the competition with you!” Bettany couldn’t control

she lowered her head, she

Bettany’s name written

too surprised and couldn’t

a good idea for her to come

a

excited. Her mind

this competition. The two of them would have

that if she participated in this competition, she and Doris would

her hair behind her ear and explained to Bettany with a smile, “I’m sorry. I was just too

that Doris really

on the invitation letter lovingly.

but tug at Bettany’s sleeve and ask anxiously,

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second sister?”

and looked at Doris curiously. “Doris, what’s the relationship between Olivia and your family? She told me that she’s only

I can’t say for sure. Actually,

Bettany didn’t

take a look? You know, I learned how to draw on my own. I’m not as good as you, so I want to ask

before today, Doris would definitely not

But…

landed on the invitation letter.

just so happens that we’re going to participate in the competition together and have a companion.” Doris reached out to take the painting from Bettany’s hand. Doris’s hand that was holding the painting suddenly froze when her gaze landed on the oil painting. This painting… The concept of this painting was actually very similar to the one she was painting now. The difference was that Bettany had already finished painting and she was thinking about

gripped the painting so tightly that

looking at

and color of this painting

had already shocked her enough. She did not expect this painting to be far better than

How did that happen?

how to paint before?

had suffered a deep

here first. I’ll take

concern and said in a worried tone,

forced a smile. “Yes, I’ve been drawing recently. I

and bade farewell

Doris hung up the painting Smoke in Village and traced it with her

drew another

it always looked a little awkward and was not

end, she tore off the painting she

be inferior to Bettany.

her head

a good month. He was like a resentful

face was unhappy all day

been secretly criticizing him, saying that his menopause

Ellis’s criticism, he had

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be seen that under the warm exterior of Ellis, there was a heart with evil

he sent Ellis

the CEO’s office kept quiet out of fear that they would anger the

CEO’s office was as

could not even vent his anger. He could only bury

was really

knew about Olivia’s plan to be hypnotized. He knew it very clearly from the beginning to the end. Olivia felt that he was her boyfriend and had the right to

Daniel did not agree

not

were able to manipulate

in front of Olivia, he

was too

returned home every day and didn’t like his

was

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tell

got married, he would slowly tell her that Andrew

he was afraid that

Andrew was her child, she would definitely fight with

could Daniel

to compete with her

Olivia to

she was almost half dead and casually snatched

novels were all fake. The male lead

the female lead, how could he bear to snatch

her, even if Olivia frowned slightly,

rather die in

he returned home at night,

was watching cartoons on the iPad under the blanket. When he sensed that Daniel had come in. he immediately lay down and closed his

pretending to

He only sighed softly. “Alas, why did he fall asleep? I was about to tell

Olivia?

eyes widened. He suddenly lifted

Daniel was so mean.

be surprised and turned the doorknob

his chubby little face with his two soft fingers and

fingertips. Andrew fell to bed. Then, he covered Andrew with the blanket lovingly

that he was not dreaming. He argued, “I really

can you be sure that you’re not dreaming? I think

He couldn’t care less about pretending. “Daddy,

you.” Daniel crossed his arms in front of

for a long time before he

a smart child panicked for a moment, he would still quickly

have found him sprawled under

discovered, he immediately turned around and took out

a puffed–up

a carpet on the floor, so the iPad didn’t break when

moment.

raised his eyebrows and picked up the iPad. He looked at the

for a

and hugged Daniel’s thigh. “I only watched for two

discussed about it before. How should I punish you if you played with the iPad in bed at

and said

He was very satisfied with

went forward and hugged Daniel’s thigh. “Don’t spank me. I’ll be good

guy had a pair of beautiful eyes that were exactly the same as his mother’s. When he cried, he

pair of eyes, Daniel could not

only ask Andrew to make a promise with a cold

returned to his room, he felt sad when he saw the empty bed. He was obviously lazy and

was a kind of heartache of not having

was

acted like a father and

He raised Andrew alone.

had actually lost her

and slowly typed

he found Andrew playing with the

blanket.

he was tired because he had to act as a

setup, only Olivia

after he posted it, someone

It was Olivia!

excited. His fingers began to tremble and he

time, he finally

still on the way back. She felt a little dizzy, so she

of hypnosis. Even when she woke up, she still

Coincidentally, she saw the Facebook

preceded

took her a moment to realize what she’d

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tell Olivia that Andrew was

his relationship with Olivia deepened, or after they got married, he would slowly tell her that Andrew was her son in

afraid that Olivia would

knew Olivia too well. If she knew that Andrew was her child, she would definitely fight with him

Daniel beat

bear to compete with

he had accompanied Olivia to watch many idol dramas

arrogant. He bullied the female lead until she was almost half dead and casually

television dramas and novels were all fake. The male lead did not love

really loved the female lead, how could he bear to snatch

even if Olivia frowned slightly, Daniel would be

in pain than make Olivia

home at night, Daniel went

blanket. When he sensed that Daniel had come in, he

pretending

only sighed softly. “Alas, why did he fall asleep? I was about to tell him

Olivia?

He suddenly lifted the blanket and

Daniel was so mean.

doorknob with his slender fingers. “Andrew! Weren’t

chubby little face with his two soft

he covered Andrew with the blanket lovingly and said in a serious tone, “You

He argued,

and asked, “How can you be sure that you’re

anxious. He couldn’t care less

believe you” Daniel crossed his arms in front of his chest.

for a long time before he

smart child panicked for a moment, he would still quickly notice the

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she originally wanted to give

was

the call went through, neither of them spoke. Only their rapid breathing could be

rustle, rustle. It was

color

makeup, but her lips were red and seductive, like the deepest color

this moment, she must be biting her lower

lips, and the numbness

suddenly tightened, and his right hand gripped the

would definitely not be able to control himself. He would hold her under

a while, a low and sexy voice came out

lips and blinked her eyes. She

“Daniel.”

of them did not speak. They just held their phones in

spread along

in front, and Peter, who was sitting in the front passenger seat, looked at each other and thought

Ha–ha!

missed Daniel. She had never liked someone so much in her

she was not tempted. She even felt that this person was very strange

Andrew, Olivia wouldn’t have wanted to interact

Olivia liked him

Daniel more and

he be so good–looking, obedient, and understanding? His occasional pride was

Daniel was exactly what she liked. She was fond

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had returned

Daniel had bad intentions.

pick you

could not help but laugh. “It’s almost ten o’clock at night now. I still have about two hours before I reach Evervale. Where are

chuckled. “Is it okay at

Olivia was speechless.

was wrong. He quickly found a reason that Olivia could not refuse.

did he cry?” Olivia was indeed

was crying, she instantly became nervous. Indeed, she had forgotten her husband

a little

he went to bed these past few nights. He asked me where

her heart immediately ached. She agreed

Daniel smiled like a

Daniel even came

a voice message. It would be best if he cried a

a daze and his mind

he also hoped to see Olivia when he woke up in the morning, so

up at Daniel. “I

reminded him, “Do you

widened. He looked at Daniel with dissatisfaction. “It has been a while, and you can’t punish

my back. I haven’t punished you yet. I’ll punish you by not allowing you

first, then he instantly pouted and cried,

blink of an eye, Daniel pressed the voice transmitting button and sent Andrew’s cries

said in a satisfied tone,

Andrew was speechless.

father

Andrew’s cries,

the Sullivan family

they arrived at the Sullivan family, it was already midnight. Andrew had already gone to bed. Olivia tiptoed into the house and glanced at Andrew. Only then did she

exactly two guest rooms. Tyson and Peter lived together,

room.

she was really tired and

taking a shower when she heard someone knocking on

was not appropriate for her to open the door. She asked, “Who is it?” Daniel stood tall

milk.

you. Leave it for now. It’s not convenient for me to go out

was super considerate. “I’ll bring it

“The door’s locked.”

ready. “I

Olivia was speechless.

seemed to have

she nodded. “Then

first looked around before

his beloved was taking a shower. The sound of water seemed

was warm and a little

Daniel was tempted.

that he had ulterior motives. If a man didn’t even have any sexual desire for the woman. he loved, wouldn’t

been holding it in for so

bad intentions in men who

towel after taking a shower, she saw a

at her innocently. “What should we do? The bed is

She raised her beautiful chin and pointed at the sofa. “I’ll sleep

over and pressed

Olivia’s face, causing her body

hung on

raised her chin and glared

lowered his eyes. “Of

he picked up Olivia and threw her onto the

mind went blank for a moment. She blinked and before she could react, a muscular

her a

Hmm…

next day, Olivia woke up

she opened her eyes, it was

had already gone

could not help but

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not

me?” Daniel flipped over and pressed her down. His voice was low as he blew into her

one in the afternoon when they got

were still Tyson, Peter, and two nannies at

anyone.

done last night by getting up so late? She quietly went

bumped into Tyson and Peter, who were watching television in the living

of them to go to the dining room to eat. However, Daniel appeared at this moment and looked at

Shut up!

shouldn’t. She quickly went forward and wanted to

slippery, she rushed forward too quickly. She slipped away

loud. Tyson and Peter

to see Olivia throwing herself at

gasped and raised their thumbs at the

and indifferent Miss Taylor was

Olivia was speechless.

too ashamed to face anyone. Her reputation had been

Daniel acted as if he did not notice

Peter, “Olivia is too tired. I’ll carry

and Peter

head in Daniel’s

already so embarrassing. They could think whatever they

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Olivia and Daniel went to the kindergarten to pick up

way, Daniel mentioned

a young man named Noah who was at the same age

years old. He has

reached the legal age for

opinion?” Daniel turned to look at

people married young and some old. It was

have one.”

and turned to look

Olivia frowned.

what he was trying

was about to ask him what was going on

she could, she heard his mellow deep voice just beside her ear. “Olivia, let’s get married too.” Unexpected of such a question, Olivia looked up at

turned green. Daniel turned around and looked ahead, pressed on the accelerator with

to Olivia again, yet he said solemnly, stressing every syllable, “Olivia, let’s

repeated his words in

her fingers, unsure of what to answer

up this topic so soon.

hesitated, trying to figure

up your mind, we can get engaged for now.

Engage?

took a breath of

nodded at Daniel

happy that he was lost for words for a

made it! That

He understood humans pretty well. He

had read a lot of

a dark room, if someone proposed to open the window, the proposal was very likely to

was using the exact same

to engage,

of them went

get married. She felt that she had hurt Daniel, so she was very cooperative and

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took the initiative to mention the

need to think about it

He had already taken off his jacket and was only wearing a white shirt. The cuffs

Olivia’s words, he looked

in his deep, cello–like voice,

No need?

Olivia looked up,

beautiful eyes filled

his fingertips on the table and said,

that was holding the fork paused in the air. She looked over in shock. “A week later? Isn’t that

his head. “This is a good

was, but wasn’t it a bit of a rush? Would they have the time

to prepare. They needed to make arrangements for the venue and the guest list. She hadn’t even purchased the clothes, shoes, and rings for

worry,” Daniel said confidently. “I’ve prepared

his phone and

venue. It’s at the old residence of the Sullivan

think we need to invite a lot of people.

are ready. Try them on and see if there’s anything

had been customized. They would be delivered

Daniel was talking excitedly.

he saw Olivia looking at him calmly with

heart skipped

himself, “Oh

said

just insightful. I knew we would get engaged one day

moved closer to Olivia and whispered,

saying that, he gave Andrew a

hugged Olivia’s other arm and blinked his big eyes pitifully. “Olivia, don’t you

arms and shook him. Her tone was gentle. “I couldn’t kike you more. You’re so

face. “Then would you like

head

Daniel was very productive.

agreed, he announced the engagement to the world the

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Twitter: Dear Princess, I’ll see you

subsidiaries reposted this Twitter and posted

This

of the engagement of the richest man instantly hit the

at the top of the

news outlet

news could be found in the financial column, entertainment column, and even

The netizens were dumbfounded.

what was going on. The news

eye, the richest man was engaged. They

were in

Oh no, how can he get engaged before I even

is Ms. Taylor? Does anyone know? I have never heard

I the only one who’s curious? Look, I saw this piece of news on financial channels. entertainment channels and even scientific channels… What does it have to do with science, can anybody explain?” “Oh, come on, don’t spread rumors.

also a link

clicked on it were all shocked

a young age. She

think Ms. Taylor is good

shut up! Are you blinded by money? How dare you say that scientists

arguing with each

controlled the s, so the discussion didn’t go too

intense, and there

not want to see any arguments.

Hence…

their official account: “The Sullivan group will pay the

of Sullivan Group posted, “We will send

posted, “10,000 lucky netizens who retweeted would get 10,000 read

10,000 lucky netizens from those who retweeted, and the chosen one will get a

posted on Twitter, other

them.

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The nets went crazy

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the Internet

got countless

hoping to

bent. He lowered his gaze

as if nothing in the world could pique his

a particular message, Daniel’s fingertips

looked over.

was low and

asked in

raised her hand to gently scratch Daniel’s chin as if teasing a little

place Daniel frequented during his youth. He used to spend entire nights there with his old

was busy with

at the entrance once more, Daniel felt like he was there

had become unfamiliar to

were all well–trained, and their observant eyes didn’t miss

could tell at a

but they could tell from the way they

to approach and extend a

member led the way, he inquired politely, “Is this your first visit, or do you have a

gaze languid as

His aura instantly rose.

and smiled at the staff. “You don’t know

neck was stuck. He instantly

door was suddenly knocked open and

glanced over from the corner

two managers actually appeared

lobby managers in the club, one was male, named Steve Chandler and one was female, named Vivian

of them had always worked

appeared together

The staff was dumbfounded!

and apologized, “Mr. Sullivan, I’m sorry.

Vivian also came over.

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was undeniably beautiful, but her demeanor was not assertive. Instead, she

her, and women

than addressing Daniel first, she turned her gentle gaze to Olivia and inquired with a soft tone, “Mrs. Sullivan,

was familiar with

she called her Mrs.

and looked

a high–class club. Her EQ is high.” Olivia nodded at

“Yes,” Daniel replied.

“Mr. Sheeran has booked Room 8888 on the third floor. Please come this

they exited the elevator, an inattentive waiter bumped into Olivia, causing her shoes to get soiled. Olivia

with a waitress to escort Olivia to the restroom.

room.

turn back to pick

never been one to dwell on minor inconveniences.

that, she followed the waitress to the

shoes was quite irksome to Olivia. Olivia wanted

to get a

shoes and rinse them under running water. Afterward, she

out of the

hallways on either

place looked too similar. It

took out her phone and planned to call

a

man who appeared to be a supervisor suddenly materialized and gave her a nudge forward. “Why are

he spoke, he pushed her into an unfamiliar

apologize for the delay,” the man bowed to the individuals inside and introduced Olivia, saying, “This is our new server. She would like to extend her apologies

introduction, he shot Olivia a look and instructed, “Quickly serve wine to the gentlemen.” Olivia remained rooted in place and lightly touched the red wine bottle with her fingertips. She clarified, You’ve made a mistake.

faith in her statement and scolded her.

let out loud, boisterous cheers. A lecherous middle–aged man looked at Olivia and asked, “Girl, are you

him a knowing look. “What do

The middle–aged man chuckled.

gazed at the middle–aged man. Then, she turned back to the supervisor and calmly clarified, “I’m a

reply, the middle–aged

Young lady,

and remarked, “I’ll play the role of the server to attend to our lovely guest here.” Someone

Olivia from several directions

were dim, and people’s faces

dark red wine bottle reflected her snow–white fingertip,

was clearly getting

“I’ll say it for

through this door,

he spoke, he was about to

was still nonchalant, but there was a hint of

It was scarlet red.

took a step to the side and dodged

of a sudden, she swiftly raised her right hand and brought the wine bottle crashing down onto the

of glass, and so were

the huge impact, the wine bottle instantly shattered,

splatter of wine and the sudden burst of glass alarmed

the timid ones even

was left in a state of astonishment, their gazes fixed

lowered her head and massaged her wrist, her tone icy.

she ignored the shocked crowd and

it herself, so she turned

shivered and

and her expression

these people. She picked

Bam!

Crash!

door was

clapped her hands sharply, moving deftly despite the shards of broken

of people remained frozen

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After Olivia left.

private room opened and a beautiful woman walked

crafted from cotton linen and wore a silk shirt. The cuffs were

dim and blurry. Her face could not be seen

expression. When he spoke, his voice was soft, trembling, and vaguely

glanced over indifferently

terrified. He knelt on the ground with a thud and stammered for

remained gentle, making it difficult to discern her emotions. “No one must

narrowly averted a catastrophe. His entire body was drenched in

worry, Ms. Manson. I’ll go to the surveillance room now and guarantee that everything will be wiped

“Go,” the woman said.

waiter left as if he

guild hall was quite intriguing. On the expansive third floor, there were only four private rooms. In addition to 8888, the room Daniel had entered, and 6666, the one

would be impossible for the occupants of the

private room had its own elevator

way, it would be impossible for the people in the

rooms to meet.

This was interesting.

were isolated from each other, how did Olivia

her skepticism and pressed the button on the wall, signaling the waiter to escort her

private room was noisy as if people inside

cards. His demeanor appeared nonchalant, yet his regal presence set him apart, almost as if he were a wanderer

the cards on the table and beckoned

to Daniel instantly stood up and tactfully

he was about to stand up, his shoulders suddenly felt

slender and fair palm

glance at Olivia. “No, no,” she chimed

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sitting across from her and clearing a spot. Pointing towards the vacant seat, she urged, “Ms. Taylor,

and offered him a charming smile. “Daniel, I’m going to challenge

surrounding people chimed in, “Yes, yes, yes. Pass

a piece

Sarah pressed her palm firmly on the man who was about

in a dilemma, not knowing if he should sit

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Michael glared at Sarah and scolded

over. “Alright, alright, alright. Let’s take this opportunity to make things difficult for the protagonist

up to Olivia and said respectfully, “Mrs. Sullivan, this way

Olivia sat opposite Daniel.

didn’t know better, they would

of poker cards, she insisted on playing truth

no one could skip

waiter to bring over a lie detector. Michael pulled

Daniel also looked over.

of any discernible fluctuations,

chill.

felt a chill down

pouted and appeared reluctant. “Fine, we can skip the lie detector, but we must

that, she threw the poker card to the waiter opposite her. “You deal the

was the person Sarah had enlisted. His card–playing abilities were exceptional, and he could discern the identity of each card in his hand with just a single

Sarah with

seemed to

cards for many years. She remembered that the last time she played cards was seven years ago. It was during Christmas, and the family of four had

Olivia had always won.

three of them team up and

Olivia nodded and agreed.

they still

He held the cards and looked at them repeatedly. He suspected that Olivia had x–ray vision

very sad. He said, “I won’t play

just a joke. However, it came true. They had really never played

Spades loses. They have

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Billionaires Missing Darling

while others emerged victorious. Whether it was opting for truth or dare, they refrained from taking things

five rounds of the game, the dealer, who was a waiter, displayed subtle signs of nervousness. This time, Daniel

ace card in her hand and smiled playfully at Daniel. “Mr. Sullivan, truth or dare?” Daniel leaned back on the sofa and

let me ask you something. I’m serious. If Winona hadn’t gone overseas, would you have

her sentence, Michael pulled her and lowered his voice. “What are you doing? It was ages ago.

“That’s

looked up at Olivia and said seriously, “Ms. Taylor, are you also very curious?

the glass with her fingertips. Her gaze was indifferent, making it impossible

and wanted to provoke

moment,

casual and meaningless as

Sarah’s countenance underwent a dramatic transformation, and her limbs

“Winona

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He went too far. How could

banged the

was gloomy and

she lost

her down. “Enough now,” he said. “Don’t what kind of occasion this

you

realize

in the end, she managed

situation had changed. The present Daniel was no longer one

with great respect,

she shouldn’t have a falling out with Daniel, she couldn’t shake

Winona was

that time, Daniel was simply one of the privileged youth, seemingly lacking any notable abilities. Winona guided him and led

wouldn’t have achieved

credit was now taken by Olivia.

such an

was filled

all over and left with wounds

departure, Daniel had matured

Olivia with all

the matter,

had been childhood friends, sharing

they attended

a wealthy young lady from the Capital

stood apart from the rest. Despite her affluent upbringing, she had

the realm

a pristine swan, she glided with elegance, beauty, nobility, and grace from the altar to join the cluster of less refined

those days, Daniel had fervently pursued

long–standing friendship, Sarah couldn’t help but feel that Daniel wasn’t quite

leader, whereas Daniel was merely a wealthy youngster. Plus, with his uncle’s

affluent youth with no prospects of inheriting the family fortune. Therefore, it was

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wager with him, insisting that he would

far

successfully made

was so astonished that her eyes nearly bulged

the hope that Daniel could have a meaningful relationship

riddled with bad habits, and Winona had to endure a lot

relished having a good time and little thought to

Winona advised him, it was futile. He remained consistently careless. Ultimately, Winona felt disheartened and chose to depart the

Daniel and Winona broke up.

blow, causing

came back, he became

family’s business, Daniel went

gave

to the pinnacle of wealth, making him the most affluent

of this was motivated by

Daniel had a child, he had never had any other women by his side. He

he had

he must be waiting for Winona to

great surprise, he was getting engaged to another

her teeth in

with a sense of helplessness, “Come on. let’s stop now. Olivia is here, and there’s

her head to hide her

genuinely sorry,” she confessed. “Today, I overindulged a bit and spoke without

that, she picked up a glass of red wine

a few

to celebrate your

she spoke, she stood up and made

while, he realized that Daniel did

and looked over

poked his

not get up

at Olivia.

react

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was doing, he suddenly opened

was actually asking a woman for her opinion in a low voice! This was

and so

“Yes.” Olivia nodded.

nearly a month of hypnosis, she was mentally and

to focus on studying or working during this

past, Olivia also liked having fun and was skilled in

being pushed off the cliff by Gillian, her heart turned

off and devoted all her energy to learning

she and Gillian had

no longer needed to repress herself; rather, she would begin to

on the

wearing the same tuxedo, and the women were wearing

distinction was

Emily brought Olivia

Emily handed a sapphire blue fishtail dress to Olivia. “Try this

and glanced at

worry, they’re

went to the changing room to

have you been to 2046

“It’s my

she exchanged glances with Sarah and silently mouthed three words: “Country

hadn’t even visited

and woman

Olivia’s first time

took out her lipstick and applied it. She pursed her lips in front of the mirror

eyes were filled with

thought that Daniel

far inferior to

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after changing her clothes. The blue fishtail dress perfectly

twisted the golden lipstick tube

wanted to say

when her gaze landed on Olivia, she was suddenly

a cliché

the ladies were wearing the same sapphire blue fishtail dress, every dress was still different because they were all cut

the curves of the human body, promoting one’s

tailoring deliberately highlighted flaws. Even if a Victoria’s Secret supermodel were to wear

carefully chosen

and every decoration was

a

fool of herself and did not expect to be stunned. “Oh my god.

not hear the commotion outside. Listening around, she couldn’t help but

incompetent in saying a few nasty words of ridicule toward Olivia. She then lifted her hands and zipped up the dress

herself in the mirror, Sarah

she was wearing was tailored by a master, which meant that it was

was originally a little average, but after wearing this dress, her figure was instantly elevated, making her long legs look

the high heels, Sarah prepared to show off

that in mind, Sarah puffed out her

crush

raised her eyebrows and looked at

her powerful

this be?” she

Sarah’s expression cracked.

her look like she had been reborn. There was an unusual charm exuding

Sarah was almost crushed into

was ashen as she stared at

quietly. Otherwise, Sarah might lose control and

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“Ramirez, that big liar!

this dress is the ugliest in the

“Ahhhhh!” she screamed inside.

was about to go

and looked at Olivia with an apologetic expression.

raised her eyebrows and looked over. She could already guess what Emily was going to say next. However, she

wrong dress. It belongs to another customer. I’ll find another one for you, Ms.

dress belongs to someone else. Ms. Taylor, could you change into

did not say anything. Instead, she lowered

want to take someone else’s dress for yourself. You’re Mr. Sullivan’s fiancée. You can’t be so

provoke Olivia so that she had

it wouldn’t be good if word got out

at Emily indifferently before smiling. “Whose dress is this?

Emily was stumped.

owner of this dress?” she thought while turning around and looking at Sarah,

said directly, “This dress is

much. I really

really like this dress?”

rare for her to soften her attitude as she wanted

stunning in this dress, so Sarah was certain that

want to

Sarah nodded. “Yes.”

“But I’ve already worn it.

her head crazily. “No, no. I like this dress too much. I

Emily nodded cooperatively.

Sarah like this dress so much that Olivia

end, there was no need

already

at each other and saw the surprise

to be so easy to

changed into another royal blue fishtail dress. This time, when she came out of the changing room, she even put on a huge

her gaze, not taking it

other hand, sized her up carefully. However, the shawl

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inside.

few glances before retracting her

handed the clothes to

she said calmly, “Go change

the

want to wear the clothes that Olivia had worn,

It was not a loss to wear

outcome.

this, Sarah was really a little

the ground. Then, she put on the sapphire blue

on, she looked at the

too low, her waist was too thick, her legs were too short, and

numb

the fuck is this!”

ugly that

can’t go out in this. I will be

her fingers trembled, she tried to pull up the zipper under her armpit. The moment she placed her

fair and slender arm reached over from behind, grabbing

of the changing room was pulled

exposed in

to take

expression

“What the fuck…

this ugly

on her left leg. Her fair feet floated in the air

a good mood as the smile on her face was dazzling. “Miss Anderson,

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Sarah’s face darkened.

turned around and looked at

Olivia had already taken off her shawl, revealing her sapphire

looked elegant and beautiful in it. It was even

at this point that

purpose. She had put

face was hideous. The anger in her heart was completely ignited and her temper

it was about to burst out,

head and took a deep breath to calm herself

was surprised and looked at Sarah

been a good judge of character. Sarah had a fiery temper and was short–tempered. After being provoked and tricked, how could she

her eyebrows and tapped a finger on her

must be something fishy

go over quickly. The ball has already begun.” Emily was afraid that Sarah would not

spoke,

and the three of

Amidst the crowd, in the middle of the dance floor, several couples

led the way, she said, “Let’s walk further and see

walked slowly

just a blink of an

the dim lights, it

found a corner and sat on a bar stool to

a dozen couples dancing on the dance

the tempo increased, there were gradually

only a man and a woman left dancing in

was wearing the same

could only vaguely sense that the couple in the

stood tall and

Her half–length hair was tied into a

a

the surrounding people couldn’t help

her hands. She even heard the

heaven.”

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are so

someone said, turning to

talk to

you saying anything? Don’t you think the people in the middle of the dance

Are they compatible?

frowned and did not

the middle took off his mask. From Olivia’s direction, most of

stood up and wanted to

some reason, the crowd that was originally standing quietly suddenly surged and gathered in the

instantly stopped Olivia in

She could only stand behind the crowd and look at the center of the

beautiful and otherworldly

A trace of surprise

her lips, and smiled lightly at Daniel. “Why? Am

and distanced himself from Winona. His tone was less friendly than before. “Of course,

immediately turned around and

looking for her and waved

melted and was

walked towards Olivia. He took her hand and introduced her

at Olivia and said gently,

patted Daniel’s shoulder with her right hand and smiled

nodded and glanced at

a

gaze,

open and natural. “Don’t misunderstand. Daniel

deliberately patted Daniel on the shoulder and nudged him with her elbow. She said in a teasing tone, “Daniel, your girlfriend is a

Good buddies?

Olivia frowned.

in and

Winona and said in an extremely distant and indifferent tone, “Winona, since when

eyes flashed with

an

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hand and

alone. Her gaze grew profound and

her eyes.

around for so long, everyone was a

was a restaurant on the second floor, and Michael had

went over to

to

up her clothes and was about to push open the door of

went a little overboard today. How could he leave

was Emily and

felt

of a reaction. She just touched up her makeup

saying

put away the pancake and

in anger. “Why

need?” Emily snorted softly. “I think you’re stupid. Didn’t you realize

Sarah was stunned.

hair length, and

at their faces and only look at their backs, it’s easy to mistake one for

if you hadn’t

said in exasperation, ‘Olivia is just a substitute. Why

time, Olivia still stood in the cubicle and did not go

Sarah’s words. They clearly knew that she had gone to the

this on purpose

was

this was all an act, but her heart was still filled with jealousy. It felt like fine

things that couldn’t

did Daniel

had suddenly broken through the floodgates. There was no prior sign at all. One day there was nothing. The

exactly did he like about

a short period of time, and they did not

sure that she wouldn’t

forehead and felt her thoughts running ruckus in her mind. Her temples

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Gillian, Olivia knew how those who had once loved her to the

Olivia suddenly felt uncertain.

push her off the cliff, was there really such an emotion in the world that would remain firm

possible for Olivia to place her trust in

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dishes prepared by

the spicy grilled fish. She had always been fond of spicy food and liked

more

up a piece for Daniel. She spoke

covered with a red

him why he wasn’t eating it when Winona, who was sitting

never eats spicy

and asked calmly, “Ms. Taylor, don’t tell me you know

tightened her grip on her fork with

Daniel

don’t even

familiar and natural, as though she knew Daniel very well. “Daniel has always been afraid of spicy food. In the past, when we went out to eat, he didn’t touch spicy food at all. Once, I was naughty and deliberately ordered a slightly spicy dish as a joke. In the end, he was actually angry and threw his fork

corner of her mouth. Her eyes were sparkling as

we used to eat out together, the table would be full of dishes, but there would not

else to eat spicy food. He

them chatted and

about their youth,

that had nothing to do

incredibly familiar with

only she had met Daniel

got to his feet and intended to move the spicy dishes away from

up at Michael and complained, “Michael, why did

apologized profusely, saying that he was muddle–headed and

ordered

curious as to why

Now, he finally understood.

that Sarah had planted a

Michael sighed inwardly.

were really

head and glanced at Olivia.

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ambitious. She was a new star in the science arena. He heard that her family background was not

Olivia would really be worthy

Unfortunately, Winona had returned.

win against Winona. She didn’t even know that Daniel didn’t like spicy food and foolishly picked up a piece of spicy

What a silly girl.

definitely be angry and throw

lowered his head, unable

her plate to Daniel, then gestured to Gideon. “Hurry up and take away

spoke, she placed her

plate was

Hot

her plate with Daniel’s very naturally, as though she had done it countless times

she slammed her forks

before Olivia could speak,

plate and said in a puzzled tone, “Who said I

slowly ate the spicy grilled fish bite by

shock, especially Michael, whose eyes

he doing? Daniel was actually eating spicy

could barely maintain her composure as she stared at him

always liked spicy food. We’ve only met a few times and eaten a

this, Daniel even moved to the side

he was not familiar

not help

was also happy. He moved his fork

stew, black pepper steak. He ate at least a serving or two of each of those dishes.

shocked. She quickly pinned down the hand that was holding the

obediently put down

Olivia did not let him eat it,

a

to everyone, “I’m going out

a strange silence

eyes and looked at

were filled with

food. He even ate half a plate

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It was impressive!

looked at the plate and then at Olivia. He was

interacted more with Daniel and

with Daniel knew that Daniel did not eat

could not eat

he finished half a

was cold. She used much of the self–control she had in her life to barely maintain her indifferent attitude. It took all her effort so that she did

under the table, clenched into a fist tightly. Her nails dug

Daniel!

much spice in

been angry at her for leaving without

so many years, but

couldn’t help but

must

and hated her just as profoundly. He must have loved her to the core to eat half a plate of jalapenos just

stabbed her with a knife and twisted it. Olivia sat there for a long time and realized that Daniel was still not back. She was a little worried and went

finally found him by the sinks in the

when she

were red, as though he had applied

quickly realized that Daniel could not eat spice at all. That was why he had run to the washroom, wanting to throw up what

soon as she realized this, Olivia was angry

was speechless. “If you can’t eat spicy food, you shouldn’t

eyes. When he saw Olivia, he seemed

Daniel shook his head firmly. “I want to do it for you. I can’t let you down, not in front of the others.”

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shoulder and

a kitten tickling and

not pay much attention to what he was doing. She thought that it was

stopped and suddenly narrowed her

was used to develop his career, while the other half was used to

from her,

had

eyes

a big puppy wagging its

his head and deliberately turned to look at Olivia with

had always been soft–hearted. When she saw

your stomach hurt?”

hurt his stomach

shook his

raised an

where did it

voice sounded sexy, as though he

Olivia stared at him.

wanted to push him

move, Daniel cried out and hugged Olivia even tighter. “Oh no! The pain has shifted.

hand to her forehead and said in a helpless and doting tone, “Then, what do you

stand Olivia speaking in such a tone. He looked up and glanced

felt even

with pain, but there was also a ball of fire in his lower abdomen, sending arousal coursing

neck and whispered, “Olivia, let’s go

looked down at the black watch on her

was only

seen Daniel sleep

can’t help but want to rest and sleep.” After saying that, he even looked at Olivia resentfully. “To think that you know medicine. You don’t care about me at all. I’m in so much pain, yet you’re

so saddening!” He turned his head abruptly, looking

a moment, Olivia did not react. She did

a

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still found a

He took the initiative to find another topic. “Let’s

to the ground

immediately became nervous. His

Because of fear, his voice was intermittent. “Olivia, don’t be angry.

go. Don’t leave me

sentences. He suppressed

was too drastic. It

Olivia raised her hand and patted his handsome face.

Daniel reacted as though

Olivia, as though he wanted to draw her

suddenly hugged Olivia in his arms with so much force. There was an urge in him that demanded

Daniel’s voice was low. “Don’t be angry with me. If I do anything wrong, tell me. You must tell me! Don’t hold it in

had never seen such a fragile Daniel before. Her heart ached

I leave you? Have you forgotten that we’re about to

Daniel was happy

and mellow voice. “That Winona was my classmate in university. At that time, we did spend

ended. We haven’t contacted each other since.” Speaking of this, Daniel lowered his head and rubbed his forehead against Olivia’s head. His tone was gentle, seemingly able to move a person’s heart. “Olivia, don’t be fooled by them, and don’t

Olivia

evil people who wanted to sow discord between

out about it, he would definitely

on the mask to look for you, but someone suddenly came over and pulled me into a dance. I didn’t react in time,” Daniel explained seriously. “At first, I didn’t react, but later, I recognized that it wasn’t you. However, the rhythm was too fast

her.

It was not in him to suddenly shake off his female companion. Moreover, there were too many people on the dance floor at that time. If he suddenly

not a kind man, nor was he a saint. He

hurt an unfamiliar female companion for no

Winona,

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against Olivia’s delicate face.

her grandmother is really a kind and amiable

child without a home when he was

the family only paid attention to his

on him and they did not love him.

and compared him to his uncle. They said that there was a world of difference between the two

biological parents

naughty and useless. The Sullivan family would be

home, so he went to the

Daniel was the best and smartest child in the world. It was just that those

also encouraged Daniel to start his own

love you, you can love yourself. If they don’t give it to you, you can

case, you would fall into their trap. They hope that you will hate them, that you will grow up crooked,

must not do as

very eloquent and knew how to emphasize the

by what

she suddenly understood

to

as if she was a fool. “What are you talking about?

what did he

was a

mean is that if you have to deal with Sarah in the future, don’t be obvious about it. Do it secretly. Otherwise, she will definitely complain

that will make things difficult for

Olivia stared at him.

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a long time,

him so much face that he bullied her

highly publicized engagement event trending on Twitter, she knew

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had a good

had never leaned toward extravagance. He preferred a simplé engagement ceremony that would

a grand engagement, and that was

had returned from overseas as he had

knew that he had a bad temper.

throw tantrums, put on a cold face, anger her on purpose, and embarrass her in front of others. Before Winona returned to the country, she was already mentally prepared. She

up her mind to endure everything and do her best to

Daniel had gone

left with another woman and hadn’t returned for a long

like this. She had

her in this way again, she would really

so she got up and

chased after her. “Winona, where

and tell Daniel that my patience has

that, she

departing figure.

her feet in

she saw that Daniel was engaged to Olivia, she thought he

that he was using Olivia to

and forced Winona to

deliberately embarrassed Winona, driving her away in

and said helplessly, “These two enemies are clearly in love, but they always hurt each other. I don’t know how long they’ll keep

it weren’t for Grandma, I wouldn’t have bothered with him. I’ll let

angry anymore.” Emily comforted Sarah and pulled her back to the

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bit of alcohol.

Emily returning, he was quite puzzled

“It’s all Daniel’s fault. He’s getting more and more outrageous. I can’t

you talking about?” Gideon didn’t

Daniel is deliberately trying to provoke Winona. Didn’t you notice that Olivia looks very similar to Winona?” “Look similar to her?” Gideon frowned and looked at Michael

he replied, “Her temperament does look a

“Daniel is trying to find a woman who looks just like Winona

it,

left, she had never seen any women around Daniel, and Olivia just

might be doing it intentionally to have a

remained silent. He had a lingering sense that something was amiss and felt it

family’s side, Samuel had disappeared without a trace since his

health had completely

day, lacking in energy, and spending as much as 18

Amelia to several hospitals, but none of them

common advice was for Amelia to relax

depression, so he told William to stop pushing her too

felt

Olivia’s engagement spread, William asked the servants to keep an eye on Amelia

were always times when he

Amelia still saw it.

is missing, Emma is in jail, yet Olivia is doing

she born to defy her parents

was shrill, her eyes were red and her heart

her excessive agitation, after

woke up

for famous doctors, but they were all helpless against

together. Even Maddie was here, they

go overseas?” Cathy held Amelia’s hand as tears streamed down

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the top medical team overseas to

should we do then?” Cathy

as usual. Only his tie with a slightly crooked

one hand in his pocket, he tugged at his tie with the

his aura was calm

and looked straight at

room fell into silence as soon as

who was most

we’ve reached this point? Moreover, I’ve never seen her

Cathy. “I will do my best to save

might, “So, you all should not

toward Maddie and

looked at William

sake of Amelia’s health, William had not rested for a few days

endured too much, with the entire Taylor family’s burdens

and his mentally ill mother, and deal with complicated

him and sought help from him, but not a single person thought that he was

distance yourself from her, she might forgive you in a

if you look for her now and think of a way to force her to appear and save your mother, she might really hate

very clear–minded and had

were the

actually do anything. At most, he just stood

parents, and the other was his sister. There’s no way to

hoped that these

on her nieces and nephews, treating them as if they were her own and

The corners of William’s mouth twitched, and an ugly smile appeared on his face. “Parents can’t choose. This is my responsibility, my duty. I can’t just stand by and watch my mother lie there

little red. “I’ll go and beg. Even if

Maddie stopped talking.

child valued responsibility too much. He carried the entire burden of

getting Maddie’s phone, William called

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in the middle of drawing with Andrew when

too much and answered the call

it up, she

slightly with a

of William. This person was very responsible, shrewd, and

she and the Taylor family had reached this

important, he would have never

did

the phone, leaving her right hand free

was not

tone was very polite.

need to be so polite. If you have something to say, just

distance. After a

“Yeah,” she replied.

time to the day you first returned to the Taylor family, and there was a conflict between my mother and Grandpa Isaac, who adopted you, who would

turtle. When she heard his question, the tip of her colored pen paused, leaving

rushing, she smoothly redirected her stroke, and the green spot slowly turned into the

stunned. He clapped

softened. She leaned over and kissed the little guy on the forehead and whispered, “Would you like to go upstairs

obediently nodded and ran upstairs with the

to frame the picture of the little turtle and hang

was what Olivia

left, Olivia returned to her senses and

William’s intention

it was to show that if it were her when a conflict arises between giving birth to goodness and

were a

just as each of the five fingers had its

of interaction and exchange of emotions, how could she love

spoke calmly, but her tone was firm. “Of course, I’m leaning towards Grandpa Isaac. He raised me and doted on me. How can I bear to make

this choice, it means that human nature is like this. Therefore, our mother’s choice is not wrong.

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with that?”

“Actually, I’ve never

was a very rational person. From the beginning to the end, she never blamed Amelia for being

her biological mother was

not distinguish right from wrong, could not see the difference between good

She doesn’t love me enough, and I don’t love her enough. That’s fair.

her own daughter and doesn’t want to give me any love, what right does she have to ask me to give in? What right does she have to meddle in my life? What right does she

Olivia raised her voice and said in an extremely fierce tone, “The first time, when Emma tried to have someone insult me, it was Amelia who asked me

to me,

was a stranger, even if she wanted to side with Emma, she would find a way to seek reconciliation, offer

arrogant when it comes to me? Is it

agitated. She paused for a moment and continued, “Also, she helped Emma frame me, slander my reputation, and

No matter how powerful the Taylor family is, they can’t surpass the law.

and I’m her daughter, that she

understand this!” Olivia said coldly. “It’s you who went all out and told me

nature would not

human nature is so base that it justifies harming her

hurt someone else, at random stranger in the world, do you

that mean I have to forgive her no matter what she does? Why

powerful and resonant. They were

made his

didn’t expect Olivia to hate them

trembled violently. He knew that every word he had

back and saw

end, he

you think the

you never–ending with this? Amelia

told you to surrender and stay in the Taylor family

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one, “Emma has already paid the

suffer any substantial harm. Instead, it was Mom who suffered a blow. This matter was indeed Mom’s fault, but it wasn’t a

of using moral coercion on you through Twitter. Dad was the mastermind behind it and has already received the punishment he deserves, while Mom was at best knowing

Olivia was silent.

you. I just want to tell you the whole story. I want

ten months of pregnancy. That night, she bled profusely and her body was severely deficient. It took her five years to recover enough

was so concerned that she didn’t trust the nanny. She stayed up with you every night, and during your postpartum period, she didn’t get a full night’s sleep. After that, she immediately fell ill. She resisted taking medication while breastfeeding, so she

were lost that year, Mom went crazy looking for you. The pain of losing her daughter made her suffer to the bone. She had a mental breakdown

after you came back, Mom did a lot of wrong things and hurt you. I won’t hide this because this is

love you for five

she’s unconscious, I don’t want to force you. You

William hung up

mother–daughter relationship with Amelia Taylor for several months because of the previous mistake

Smith family, Olivia Taylor, is soft–hearted and benevolent. She upholds

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She specially

the news came out, everyone praised Olivia for having a conscience, and the Smith family

completely reappeared in front of the world, no longer in its previous state of

accounts on various social

like flowers blooming

just a few days, the Smith family’s reputation resounded throughout the

ordinary people who had never come into contact with the Smith

They couldn’t believe it.

didn’t expect that there was actually such an

fantasized about the Hushe Republic’s medical skills in novels. Now that the Smith family

left s on

my god, I’m so excited that I can’t sleep. There’s really a medical family in our country.” “That’s right,

seen

top medical team from Bruce Hospital

team from Dunwall is on its

in Mala, Dr. Moss, is heading to

that my heart is pounding. Who is this the Smith family? They can

female scientist who won the Lasker Award. So, she’s the head of the Smith

name Olivia Taylor sounds a little familiar? I feel like I’ve heard

outstanding people still have to be with outstanding people in everything. The

and television dramas aren’t this

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phone and a hint of guilt flashed across

he said he would

and the favor owed to manipulate her, despite the fact that outside newspapers and news reported that Olivia had no connection to the Taylor family by blood, and had her

many people who knew

who knew her background wouldn’t say anything on the surface, but they would still think that

consider her as having a questionable character and

she had just taken over the Smith family not long

leader was ruthless and heartless, refusing to save a family member, it would cause a huge blow to

care about Amelia, she still had to think

was confident that Olivia would agree to

The Sullivan family.

sat on the sofa and stared at her phone in a daze.

and sat beside

had heard Olivia’s conversation on the phone and

how much Olivia had suffered, Daniel felt terrible from

felt a sour and bitter

back any longer, tears

afraid at all, no matter how

Olivia suffering made his heart

knife wound to himself, but he

much. Just do what you want to do.” Daniel leaned on her shoulder and comforted her.

Andrew ran over from

up with a

expression suddenly improved. She lowered her head and touched the little guy’s forehead.

his agreement clear with a

brought Andrew

knew that she must be feeling terrible

I’ll go

shoulder everything

raised an eyebrow, and then said, “What are you talking about? Who said I’m

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shoulders stiffened, looking a little dumb. It took him a long time to recover and said,

slow, yet it carried a coldness that was like wind and thunder. “Do you

and said in a serious tone, “No matter what choice you make or what you want to do, I will support you firmly and without

are some things that I have to tell you. If you don’t save Mrs. Taylor, some people in the Evervale circle who know the inside story

Daniel. “What about you? Do you think

and said firmly, “I will always

and the rumors that say I’m heartless, it’s so easy to resolve. Only when the rumors

it from the source and not let the rumors spread. Wouldn’t that

had been terrifyingly smart since she was young.

a hundred skills with ease. She also knew how to plot and scheme, she just chose not

her about her humanity would provoke her to make

a person who could

asked politely and respectfully, she might be

the method she

was never someone who could be threatened. She had her own

to save Amelia or not,

one could

the study, Olivia sat in a large and

paper:

“Smith family”

up and a cold light flashed in

a good opportunity and time for

few calls and passed down the

day, famous doctors from all over the world set off for the Hushe Republic to go to

time, news began to

family’s connections to invite famous doctors from all over the world to the Hushe Republic to discuss the illness

has shared a mother–daughter relationship with Amelia Taylor for several months because of the previous mistake of identifying

head of the Smith family, Olivia Taylor, is soft–hearted and benevolent.

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helping the injured. She specially hired world–renowned doctors to consult Amelia

for having a conscience, and the Smith family was hailed as a model in the medical community of

then on, the Smith family completely reappeared in front of

create accounts on various social

like flowers blooming after

days, the Smith family’s reputation resounded

never come into contact with

They couldn’t believe it.

actually such an

about the Hushe Republic’s medical skills in novels. Now that the Smith family had appeared, it completely

left s

god, I’m so excited that I can’t sleep. There’s really a medical family in our country.” “That’s right, that’s right. I didn’t know about it before.

you all seen

top medical team from Bruce Hospital in Fesmuowana is

top cardiovascular specialists‘ team from Dunwall is on

brain surgery specialist in Mala, Dr. Moss, is

so excited that my heart is pounding. Who is this the Smith family?

the young female scientist who won the Lasker Award. So, she’s the head of the Smith family.

name Olivia Taylor sounds a little familiar? I feel like I’ve heard it somewhere

the richest man, Daniel Sullivan. It’s Miss Taylor, Olivia Taylor!” “Oh my god, oh my god. Indeed, outstanding people still have to be with outstanding

television dramas aren’t

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fermented, the Smith family hospital in Layfield immediately became a hot topic. Those

Smith family

skilled in acupuncture, and there was an

never thought that Isaac Smith was

were

an appointment with him, and he’s often away. He only releases appointments on Wednesday mornings. I used to wonder why an old man like him was always going out, but now I think maybe he’s going to treat some big shots. I’m so excited! I never thought that I would be able to enjoy the treatment of a renowned traditional

a tumor in my stomach. My mother brought me to several hospitals and said that I had to be operated on. My mother was afraid that I would suffer, so she brought me to Doctor Smith who prescribed a few sets of medicine. In less than half a month, the tumor shriveled. At that time, my mother even scolded the

I think about it, I’ve really misunderstood them. It’s not that they’re not good at medicine, but

His medical skills and character are second to none. He’s already so powerful, but he still stays in a small place and treats

respectable old

turned into a vegetative state. How

hope that Doctor Smith will wake up

hope Doctor Smith wakes up

prayers for Isaac to wake up as

prayed silently in her heart, “Grandpa, did you hear that?

that the Smith family had reappeared, Olivia was also

research institute was very worried about Olivia’s

Peter were outstanding, as bodyguards and due to gender differences, it was not convenient for them to appear on

legitimate identity, who won’t raise suspicion or

the way and will arrive in an hour.” Peter handed

Olivia nodded and did not pay much attention to it. She did not even open

the person, Olivia nearly dropped her cup, showing

composure.

How is

this, did you, Olivia?” The charming girl

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swayed and wheedled. “I miss you so much. I miss you so

tone was filled with

frowned. “Aren’t you in school?

girl’s voice was clear. “I’ve already transferred to the Drama Academy. In a few days, I’ll participate in a talent show

could not help but have a headache. “That’s too ridiculous! What did Doctor Mike say? Are you

could she enter the

identity was very

Sherly. She had been kidnapped and sold to a couple

this couple had a good character, but she was

next, Olivia did

that she had made a mistake

each other for two years. At that time, Kelly’s mother had brought her to the hospital

eight years old, but she already had a very

Later, she realized that something was wrong, so she

a little suspicious. She told the little

Unexpectedly, it really worked.

Olivia rushed to the Sebastian family, her mother was not at home. The little girl was sitting alone on a chair, holding a knife, with

was not injured, Olivia walked towards the

saw the man

sent the little girl to the research institute through Augus Swift. There were the best

girl would be traumatized after such a big incident, so she sent her to the psychiatrist to

the research institute reported that Kelly had a very high IQ but also suffered from severe psychological issues,

was still too young,

unexpectedly strong, and she had a resilient spirit. The psychiatrist had to spend a lot of effort to barely break

was very disadvantageous for subsequent

was so young, but her body was already filled with

personally visited the research institute to communicate with Kelly and tell her to strive

tilted her head and asked her, “What’s the use of learning skills? Can I stay with you after

right. Once you learn skills, you can protect me and stay by my

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forever.

hard to learn skills, protect you, and be with

forever.

of seeing Kelly had disappeared, leaving only coldness. Seeing this, Kelly did not dare to act coquettishly. She let go of

and I’m an adult. You said that when I became an adult, I could make my

eyes gradually warmed, and the sharp aura around her

world, everyone was independent. No one could make decisions

name of being

enter the entertainment industry,

able to

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Taylor family, along with William, was still waiting for Olivia’s

sleep. His

phone was in

less than three days, Olivia would

and saw William, who looked exhausted but had

was waiting for

uproar on Twitter, the world–famous doctors gathered around the Hushe Republic,

coercion and moral pressure, but she did not expect her to have

and took this opportunity to make the Smith family reappear in

crisis, but in Olivia’s

child was too smart and amazing. If only she hadn’t gotten lost, with her in the

Maddie the most was that Olivia actually possessed such

at the same time due to a single statement from Olivia. Her power and influence

and patted his shoulder. “Don’t wait any longer;

to look at

over. She opened a

he received the phone and saw

around and looked at Maddie fixedly. When he

This…”

voice was calm. “There’s already a medical team

became deathly still. “She… she’s really this heartless. How could she…

he could finish speaking, Cathy

she had been staying at the Taylor family’s residence due to her concern for her daughter, so she overheard the conversation between the two at

said with a serious

she could not figure out. Why did William

the next generation and had to be learned through education and experience. Olivia was still so young, and her major

is Olivia’s medical skill really that amazing? Can she truly save your mother?”

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asked.

who said

not help but reach out and grab William’s sleeve. “So,

an

nodded and turned to look

gaze, Maddie was stunned for

it unbelievable. She clenched her jaw hard to control her expression and said, “Mom, do you want me to invite

I didn’t ask you to invite Olivia. I asked you to bring her

called out,

beg, cry, kneel, and do everything you can.” Cathy’s tone was sharp. “I know you must have a

not that she did not want to save her sister but it wasn’t the right time.

world were about to arrive. Instead of confronting Olivia, it was better to let these top

might still

before she could speak, Cathy had

is your own sister!” Cathy was furious, pointing at the door angrily. “Go, right now. If you can’t find Olivia,

of steps from the slap before

not raise her head. She just lowered her eyes and covered

any longer and stepped forward to support Maddie. He then frowned and looked at Cathy. “Grandma,

did his grandmother blame his aunt whenever

was born to Amelia, he

devoted her entire life to taking care of his mother. She had no personal life, no family, and no children of

mother, almost

manager of the Taylor

tone was firm. “Don’t worry about it. She’s Amelia’s sister, and she should bear the burden of Amelia’s entire life. That’s

breath. “I’ll say this today. It’s fine if nothing happens to Amelia. But if something really happens, I won’t

tone made William

harsh

to do with Maddie? How could everything be

up for his aunt when a hand suddenly

It was Maddie’s hand.

“During the previous head inauguration ceremony of the Smith family, Olivia said

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mean to use this reason

Maddie nodded. “Yes.”

possible?”

William and said indifferently, “You don’t understand Olivia. She’s not heartless. She just doesn’t like being coerced. If you were magnanimous, humble, and put on an attitude of seeking her medical treatment, she might have agreed

everyone looked down

of using an upright method, he chose to use unorthodox methods, always

coercion.

as proud and

William suddenly understood.

his phone and called Olivia again. Halfway through, he suddenly thought of his aunt’s

called Blake Smith with a respectful tone and

Seeing this, Maddie smiled.

not even look at her mother, Cathy. After hearing Blake’s positive response and

did not even look at Cathy or say a

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from Layfield to tell Olivia

on the chair in the study with her legs crossed and her arms on the table. She looked down and said

“Mr. Taylor called. He said that he was begging you to treat

back to the orchids beside the desk and nodded. Her tone was inexplicable, making it impossible to

did not say

eyes and sat on the stool opposite Olivia. She had her

came to Olivia. Blake did not dare to

some reason, Olivia had changed a lot after being hypnotized. She seemed to

family as intimately as before. Instead, she treated them coldly and distantly without any

leaves on the table and suddenly thought of

responsible for taking care

a little

Gillian like her own daughters. She was very tolerant

time, it was Blake who took care

was caring. She would remind the girls to wear more clothes when the weather was cold and keep

very young and lively. She always played with Olivia and

close to Zelen when she

on, Zelen suddenly disappeared without

this person as if this person had

Olivia mentioned Zelen, Blake was stunned.

“You remember now?”

some force and instantly tore

fingers. Then, she

about Zelen? Who

it. Why hypnotize

Blake was scared

not know where to start. She stuttered for a long time before forcing herself to say, “Miss, please don’t misunderstand. Zelen is a member of the main family. I don’t know why she came or

on the

family are very complicated. There are many things that I don’t know about. I only know a little. Every time the Smith family changes the head of the family, the

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were left unexplained. Miss, please wait a little longer. After a while, the main family will send someone over. This

After a while, she looked up and ordered,

left,

massaged her temples. His

low voice, “I hate it when

stopped massaging for a

her eyes and looked

to normal. He lowered his head

My memory has always been very good. I remember everything after I was five years old. However, before I was five years old, my memories

family was, and where my home was, I completely

family like the Taylors would tell their daughter over and over again where her home was, who her parents were,

Olivia could not re these things no

Speaking of this, t

I thought that I had forgotten because I was too

is that after being hypnotized by Ernesto, I realized that my memories before I was five years old were

Daniel was amazed. “Can hypnosis

Olivia nodded. “the Wilco

has a special

curious. “Are you so sure that you were

was too young. After the accident, it

“I’ve already undone the hypnosis. I remember everything before I was

Or was it because of the second hypnosis

his head. “I

to do it too?” This time, Daniel was even

Olivia nodded. “I studied a few hypnosis books and recalled

didn’t know what to say. After a while, he said, “You learned it just

“Hypnosis isn’t that difficult. I

Olivia made sound easy.

afraid that if he

Olivia was smart, he was still shocked by her

at a

man in the country. How come he still felt a little inferior and

harder. Otherwise,

world could treat Amelia. No matter what test they ran or how they checked, they could

William called Blake again.

to

filled with

please.”

attitude and was no longer high and mighty. He realized that Olivia

was the head of the Smith family. She no longer had anything to

the Taylor

Ms. Taylor.” William’s voice was hoarse.

layers of dark clouds in the distance.

.

family herself. It was time to find

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Sophia just finished wiping Amelia’s body. When Sophia came out of the

“Okay, that’s great. I’ll pick you

Sophia realized that Olivia

that he lost his mind. What kind of medical skills could Olivia possibly have? She is

was the most scheming kind of person. Taking advantage of Mrs. Taylor’s illness,

was certain that Olivia couldn’t do a

went to Cathy’s room and told Cathy that Olivia was

very happy about it. “She’s really coming! That’s great. That’s great. Amelia could be

Cathy saw that Sophia was not in a

something to tell you. But I’m not sure if I should

sat on the sofa and sized up Sophia. Then, Cathy frowned and said, “Tell me about

of the door. After that, she turned around and closed the door properly. After that,

on?” Cathy’s heart

Madam’s side, and I know everything about the relationship between Olivia and Madam. Olivia is very dissatisfied with her. It was implied that she wanted to harm

Cathy frowned in disbelief.

had not seen Olivia many times, he did not

is missing, and Madam is unconscious. Think about it. That’s an awful lot of coincidences, don’t you think?” Upon hearing this, Cathy’s heart skipped a beat. She instantly touched her chest

calmed her down and poured her

glass of water before he recovered. He frowned and said coldly, “You’re right. We

“Then, are we still going to let

treat Amelia, and she has to treat Amelia well. Otherwise, Olivia would be deliberately harming

Olivia came with Kelly.

into a high ponytail at the back of

and leisurely attire made her look less sexy

William could not help but look

was

and

immediately frowned and subconsciously looked

Kelly’s charming eyes instantly

change in her eyes was like a flame falling into the

head. Her thick dark eyelashes covered her eyes, as well as the coldness

and warned herself that now

had to wait for the right time. She had to wait until the

who had bullied Olivia to death one by

and a trace of bloodthirst flashed

the house, Liam and Cathy were already waiting in the living

stick in his hand. He thought

in his

on Olivia’s actions. He was surprised that

embarrassed and

Olivia was

of the Smith family. She also had connections with the Sullivan family. She really thought she

that young people

girl had just succeeded and was already so arrogant. He couldn’t wait to see the

by their medical skills. Olivia was still young, so she was probably bragging too much.

even if Olivia’s medical skills were good, and she was proud of it, her good

there was the

was young and beautiful, the man doted on her. When a better and more beautiful woman appeared,

time, Olivia would be the most annoying old

day, Olivia

and asked the butler

did not care

for the day that Olivia went down

didn’t care,

for Olivia. Cathy could not

said, “Stop

walking and continued to walk

couldn’t take it anymore

whisper to Olivia, “Ms. Taylor, please wait

of the stairs.

raise her head

down. It’s outrageous. I’m an older. How

and tapped her fingertips on the circular

“I’m trying to help you stay

replied, “It’s good for

you look up.”

was furious about Olivia. Cathy said coldly, “I’m not going to argue with you about the nonsense. I have something important

gentle, but

the time to argue about this. Cathy took a deep breath and said coldly,

Otherwise, what if Amelia’s health worsened

ease

her

not expect Olivia to say

cold. “It’s fine if you can cure Amelia. If

you’re the one who harmed Amelia. Who knew what you wanted to do to

mocking tone, “What’s

and was about

downstairs. As she walked, she said, “What kind of people would blame someone else

this point, she suddenly looked up and stared at William. “What

angry that her chest heaved violently, and

looked more

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Olivia immediately walked outside.

“Who cares whether or not Cathy wants me to treat my

want everything

lowered his voice and begged for a long time. It was only then

“Grandma, don’t add to the trouble. Do you really want Mom to remain unconscious like this?”

she had in

took out a box of silver

looked at the box of silver needles. He felt a tingling sensation on his scalp

long. They were twice as

himself, “This thing won’t end up hurting anyone,

and glanced at Olivia with

not take it anymore. She was scared out of her wits and

out. He pleaded in a low voice, saying, “Grandma, please, don’t

spoke, he carried Cathy to the door and

how hard Cathy knocked on the door, it remained

Upon seeing the situation, she could not help but exclaim, “Oh

in her chest and slumped to the

the servants to carry the unconscious Cathy back to her room, while she hurriedly called

she said, “Oh no, Mr. Ronald. Olivia is going to kill Mrs. Taylor. Mrs. Green has already fainted. Please come quickly to save

ten minutes, he arrived at the Taylor family’s home. Sophia immediately went to welcome him, saying, “Mr. Ronald,

strode in

this long,” she said. “The silver needle is longer than a cup.

He said, “Where’s William? He just watched and did nothing? Is

“Mr. Ronald, you have no idea what happened. Mr. William seems to be bewitched. He trusts Olivia very

Ronald said as he ran

behind and fanned the flames, saying, “Mr. Ronald, are you going over just like that? Mr. William will surely stop you. Plus, there are so many servants in the Taylor family’s home, all

William’s orders. What if he gets

in

right. This is the Taylor family’s territory. I don’t have the upper

the corners of Ronald’s mouth curled up, and he

way to deal with this situation!” He thought to

her hands to provide acupuncture therapy to Amelia? I’ll break her hands then. Let’s see what else

cold malice

and said, “Do you have any handy

of the stick she

want to catch Olivia off guard

about a rolling pin?”

replied, his

get it.”

moved quickly and soon brought out a rolling pin. It was about the size of a forearm, and it

in his hand, gave it a little shake, nodded, and

he concealed the rolling pin in

the door of Amelia’s room, knocked, and said,

enjoined in a

he nodded. “I’ll

and squeezed in. While William was closing the door, he

rolling pin in his right

Amelia, huh? I’ll break your right hand. Let’s see

has a long–standing reputation in

around. He then saw Ronald walking toward

a wooden stick, moved

them. She was staring at Amelia with full concentration. Her forehead was covered

instructed that she could not be disturbed. This time, the acupuncture session was very risky. It required complete focus and concentration

William thought, “Oh crap!”

wanted to intervene, but he simply could not do

was in despair, Kelly suddenly stood in front of Olivia and kicked Ronald

movements were nimble, as

by a heavy hammer. He

made of solid wood, but it was smashed into pieces

then saw Ronald

called out and quickly went

in front of William, her tone was cold and indifferent as she said, “Go call

his eyes to glance at Kelly. He was still somewhat

“You…” He thought to himself, “How could such

adult male who was over 5 feet and 10 inches tall, while Kelly was not even 5 feet and 7 inches. “She’s

“He actually dares to lay hands on Olivia in front of me. He’s really courting death! I show mercy this

gives in to all of you, but

arrived very quickly and carried Ronald away

learned about the extent of

chest were broken. Fortunately, the bones did not penetrate his lungs. needed to

He just

two ribs, William instinctively looked up and glanced

got it so accurate. This girl said two broken ribs,

the

of acupuncture therapy, Olivia wiped the sweat off her forehead, put away silver needles, and turned to William, saying, “Wait for another half a day, and she should regain consciousness. After she regains consciousness, she still needs two more rounds of acupuncture therapy.” Olivia thought of something. She then continued, “Oh, by the way, I want to take some blood samples from Mrs. Taylor for testing. I suspect that she has taken some medicine that affects her emotions. Think about it as well. Has she been taking any medication for an extended period

thought, “Medicine that

He was surprised.

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merely took a short period of time before Amelia regained consciousness. She was given acupuncture therapy during the day,

consciousness, she was lying on the bed. Facing

“Water,” she softly murmured.

keeping watch by Amelia’s bedside. When she saw Amelia regain consciousness, she was overjoyed. She immediately got up and quickly poured a glass of hot

finally awake!”

half a glass of water

happened to me?”

at the news of Olivia’s engagement. Her emotions had fluctuated intensely,

vision went dark, and

know

everything that had happened

unconscious.

listened with a stunned expression. She could not help but ask, “Are you saying that

save you at all. It took a lot of begging from Mr. William and agreeing to many conditions for her to finally come.” “Oh,” Amelia replied as she nodded. She had a listless expression, appearing in a state of being stupefied. She thought to herself, “It turns out that it was Olivia that saved

longer as excited as before.

I lost consciousness, I mentioned Olivia with such righteous anger, almost wishing I had not

am I so

understand my previous

sanity and clouded my judgment. I’m completely not clear–headed,

have played a role in causing Emma to be imprisoned, but ultimately, it’s Emma’s own actions that have led to her own

act like a father at all. He actually resorted to using public

more difficult for me to accept is that I actually

golly!” Amelia covered her forehead, wondering why

perspective of innermost thoughts, Olivia was not as important as Emma in Amelia’s heart. After all, Emma had been raised by her side

hold extreme hatred for Olivia just because she had a

Emma.

somewhat abnormal as she often could not control her

She told Amelia something to gauge her emotional state. “Mrs. Taylor, Olivia will come again tomorrow

come again, Amelia’s expression

that she was clear–headed. She considered herself to have a balanced perspective and could objectively evaluate

Samuel’s matter, she believed that

not be said that those matters had nothing to do with Olivia either. After all, if it weren’t for her, Emma and

her eyes. She seemed to

she opened her eyes again, her eyes no longer held

already made

Samuel and Emma, and on the other

let go

had more than thirty years of marital bond with Samuel. Although Samuel did not make

gossip. This situation applies not only to the four major families. It even applies to those men who are somewhat affluent. They will also have

has remained faithful and committed to me

who watched over her day and night. To help alleviate

“If it weren’t for Olivia, Samuel wouldn’t have

my biological child, she shows genuine respect and care

couldn’t be a more

my condition.

to act as if nothing had happened and maintain a peaceful relationship

unfair to

not let

could only give up on Olivia, even though Olivia was once the child she

and her right hand holding a document folder. She did not open it. She merely looked at

casual glance, asking, “What’s this?” Seeing Daniel, Olivia leaned her head on his shoulder and rubbed it against his shoulder

that it was filled with information about

and Samuel as well as how Samuel and Evelyn got to know

inside. The three

them chatted and laughed, appearing to be a perfectly happy family. Those who did not know the inside story

said. After reading it, his initially languid gaze suddenly became profound like an endless starry sky, making

very concerned

this information would not be able to

to her because of the daughter of her father’s mistress. Just

hugged Olivia tightly. His tone was as gentle as a spring breeze in March as he said, “Olivia,

that, Daniel felt that the statement lacked sufficient

to do something more

he took out his

homework in his room

“It’s Daddy!” he thought.

went out, huh?” Zoe was momentarily taken aback by the question. She replied,

“He’s

really don’t understand. He’s at home, so why

study again. Just as he pushed open the door, Daniel waved at him. There was a hint of dissatisfaction in Daniel’s voice as he said, “So

no attention to his father. Instead,

mood instantly improved. She hugged the little one, kissed him, and asked, “Have you

Andrew replied. “It’s all done.” Andrew was incredibly well–behaved and sweet. He said, “I

“What a sweet–talking little

melted. She picked him up and walked out of the study,

“Sure,” Andrew replied loudly.

was left alone sitting on

thought, “What’s

left

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next day, while they were on the way to the Taylor family’s house, the driver was driving in the front, while Kelly sat beside Olivia, keeping her head lowered as

out of the window. Her gaze was indifferent, making it hard for

said, “It’s not

she no longer had any

patience with the Taylor family had diminished significantly. She really did not

that Amelia engaged in continuous arguments with Olivia after she regained consciousness.

started to argue, Olivia would immediately throw the

However, she could not

did not necessarily mean that she would actually throw the folder at

hold

Olivia nodded.

arrived at the Taylor family’s house, they found it surprisingly quiet. Amelia did not act crazily. She

steadily on the

acupuncture therapy on her, she even

Taylor, thank you,”

stopped moving. She said in a low voice, “You’re

at William and said, “William, go out first. I have a few words to say

not

do something that could not

She said,

few glances with Amelia. In the end, he gave in. He could only nod helplessly and say, “I’ll wait outside, Mom. Please stay calm. Your

“Got it,” Amelia said.

was behind Olivia. Seeing that Kelly had

said. Her voice was very

expression. Others could not discern what was in her mind. Upon hearing this, she nodded slightly and

was gentle and

very clear–headed now. She had

years.

found, both Samuel and Emma have done a lot of things to hurt

eyelashes trembled slightly.

“You’re my child. When you were just born, you were a tiny and chubby bundle, not to mention incredibly adorable. You’re very obedient and smart. You learn everything quickly and can even remember things at a single glance. You’re really an exceptionally smart child. I’m

She continued, “It’s a pity that our mother–daughter bond was short–lived. Perhaps

a bit hard to continue, but she persevered, saying, “I really hope that we, as mother and daughter, can

but to me, she is also my daughter. Although she didn’t come out of my womb, she lives in my heart. I know

to forgive her or spare her. I just want to stay away from you so that I can accompany her wholeheartedly. In a few years, after she is released from prison, I’ll accompany her, comfort her, and help her to become less

in her chest before she continued, “So, our previous mother–daughter connection has truly come to an

just treat each other as strangers.” Olivia raised her gaze. Her attractive eyes, which were similar to Amelia’s, were narrow and elongated, as if they were

say anything. She

saved me. We do not owe each other a favor. We have nothing to do with each other anymore.

Samuel and Emma between them, Amelia could

and daughter was a fate bestowed by God. They were destined to have a short–lived connection, so

Amelia held her fingers tightly and quietly made a

waiting for Olivia to speak,

felt especially long. Every minute and second passed

of time, Amelia grew tired of

heard Olivia’s voice, which was soft and gentle, yet incredibly resolute. “As you wish,” Olivia

body suddenly stiffened and she fell

quickly, supporting her and stuffing a calming

case her emotions fluctuated

was used at this

it’s alright,” Olivia thought. “The preparation doesn’t go to

the medicine bottle to

It’s harmless to the body. If you feel physically

held the medicine bottle

therapy was quick. It was completed in less than an

that, Olivia gave specific guidelines that required careful adherence. She then put

was somewhat in a daze, keeping her head lowered. One could not discern what she was thinking. It was not until she reached the door on

down from upstairs and explained as she

and

Olivia left. It was not until Sophia knocked on the door and asked if she wanted to eat yogurt that she recovered

she was about to drink some water, it seemed like she

for a moment. She lowered her head and glanced

“What’s this?” she thought.

recalled for a moment. Suddenly, she thought of the beautiful girl who

seems like she brought

must have

come back to retrieve it. Unexpectedly, the string that was tied around the envelope’s seal came loose, and

photo of Samuel,

Amelia’s pupils contracted intensely.

as a cover for his affair with Evelyn. He lost Olivia near Evelyn’s

Olivia going missing to bring his mistress’s daughter into the family. Not only did his mistress’s daughter take the name and identity of Amelia’s biological daughter, which was Olivia, but she also took away Olivia’s love from her biological mother. According to

there was a paternity test report between

two of them are father and daughter” was

It was uncertain if she had taken too much of her calming medication. Her emotions were remarkably tranquil at the

daughter. No wonder he treats her so well.” Amelia seemed to suddenly have an epiphany. She quickly rummaged through her drawers, wanting to

find

were about a few hundred photos. They were all about

one of them

It was only when she had looked at all the photos that

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