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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thoughts and attention on the younger granddaughter because she’ll probably have

improve her strength. Why bother with those big shots? If her medical skills were good enough to make herself a

shot.

others? Isn’t it good to let others come

elder granddaughter. Her grandfather was

would go all out to study

big shots would take the initiative to

it

to be liked, why not work hard to improve herself and

with big shots. I like to become a big shot myself.” Gillian was already speechless. She was in a

she was

Taylor family returned at night, their

a high–ranking official on this trip, Gillian had also given

organized one

association’s internal members. Gillian

for Doris.

it was not a large–scale competition,

this competition, she could get to

taken in as a disciple by

would have a sudden rise

Doris was in a state of excitement. She

side, Gillian returned to her residence. As soon as she entered the door, she saw another person in the

Ernesto was back.

to have such a wide

slightly stunned. Then, the corners of her mouth

Painting Association. That teacher was also

Association

that teacher was Olivia’s

she was nothing but

thought of something and smiled sadly. “No, I don’t

Ernesto raised his eyebrows.

then, I learned to paint together with Olivia. Grandpa hired Mrs. Rose Liebsig, the president of the Painting Association, to teach us. Unfortunately, Mrs. Liebsig

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so he

she said this, Gillian’s shoulders could not

time. It still stung

has indeed gone too far in this matter. You are both his granddaughters. How

Mrs. Liebsig is also to blame. Why must she want one disciple only?

and spoke up

to look into Mrs. Liebsig now.” Saul took

almost a month, Saul had already had a grip on

search.

he encountered any doubts,

and soon, her

was not

Wilcox family’s lineal branch

briefly reading Rose’s introduction, Saul suddenly cried out in surprise as if he had discovered

this Mrs. Liebsig has gone too far. She said she would only want one disciple, but

the line. She’s a liar!” Saul snorted

hand holding the pen paused, and he subconsciously

as

not know if

years

mean by only wanting one disciple? It was just Rose’s excuse that she looked down on

she take in another two disciples five years

was still crowing at the side, angrily accusing

with every word he said, Gillian looked

it anymore and nudged Saul. “Enough! Stop it.” If he nagged again, Gillian would be

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fun. She was not very interested in other people’s

of the

was a

a second when

“Good evening. I guess you’re Doris’s sister, Olivia? I’m

“Are you looking

at the stairs, and a look

she restrained herself and shook her head. “I’m not going up. I’ll leave Doris to finish her

The painting competition?

How did Bettany know about

It was an internal competition

mainly held to

the point. What mattered was whether any teacher took a fancy to the participant’s work and took him in

explained,

Facebook status?

realized she had been blocked

the phone over and gestured for

was all Doris’s

in the competition, but she also read another update

but told you what to do like a know–it–all. She was a sandwich maker the other day and now acts like a painter who knows how to mix colors.

gaze swept across it

expression on her face did not change,

of mockery and contempt

the character of

was superficial

Bettany and

carrying a lot of

and color mixing. It’s not as good as the professional, but

Doris can on it.” After she finished speaking, she seemed to have recalled Doris’s

hint of sadness flashed across Bettany’s face. “Doris probably doesn’t have

was not a warm–hearted person. When she heard

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took over the notebook and

the footsteps coming from the stairs, Doris looked impatient. She barely suppressed her frustration and said in a deep voice, “Olivia,

mean a

not think

nothing about painting, but she could feel that Doris’s work was far

this. It’s some of her color mixing summaries. She hopes

Doris sneered.

threw it on the desk without even flipping through

just a junior high school student. What made her think she

afraid that

bring these over again.” Doris

and glanced at

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 matter

time she had fully recovered, Olivia

so

came down with the notebook and took

was across the street and

two minutes, she

she entered, she saw

anybody home?” Olivia put the

a panicked voice came from the door, and Talia ran

deadly pale, and she looked a

for a second before saying, “You’re from the Taylor family across the

Finally, she pointed at the notebook on the table and said, “This is Bettany’s notebook. I brought it back to

hurriedly and started to show her the door.

the doorknob, she was halfway through the door when she suddenly turned around and whispered, “Mrs. Fulham, is there

chills all over and could not stop

forever to speak out a word. Olivia frowned

Olivia noticed something was off. There were three shadows at the door of the small room

height and compared to the

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Olivia was very vigilant.

from the painting at the door of the small room, there was also a

happened to

happened and

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,

He even had a smile on his

here to see her. I’m not a bad

right. Bettany’s father isn’t a bad person. Talia echoed Tucker’s words and even walked to Tucker’s side,

the door of the small room and

on the ground?” Tucker did not understand why

gestured for them to look

are you going to

When she heard this, she freaked out. “How did you know?

“Shut up!” Tucker scolded.

not be more stupid, wondering how she could admit it when

looked at Olivia gloomily. His tone was threatening. “Young lady, don’t

Was he threatening her?

afraid of threats. If the

compromise if

not even bother to pay attention to

she reached the street, she called out to the police officer who had rushed over excitedly to the Taylor family for sandwiches but ended in

was so angry that he

was covered

On the contrary, he was in so much pain that he stomped

He was so

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in the room and

introduction of Rose

introduction was very

took in her fourth disciple that year, whose surname was Taylor. Five years later, she took in the fifth and sixth

an exclusive interview with Rose

in her first disciple, she had already

was because she

ground and dialed

went through, “Mrs. Liebsig, you said you would only accept one disciple. Was

call from Gillian. She then

the sofa and sat down, drinking water

more she listened, the more confused she

the end, she could not help but interrupt Gillian. “Wait, you said that

that true?” Gillian

was any doubt about this

and a current oil painting master. If her grandfather hadn’t invited her, Rose wouldn’t have come to

your grandfather too well. He didn’t invite

Gillian didn’t believe it. “Then why did you

miracle doctor. He had a lot of connections, and people from all walks of life

was slightly surprised. “I think you’ve thought too

a doctor, after all. Why would everyone humor him? Moreover, we didn’t

did you come

Olivia,” Rose told the truth. “I happened to see Olivia’s painting at an art exhibition then. I spent

Rose didn’t bother to waste her breath with Gillian. “I went to Layfield to take in Olivia

barely managed to calm herself down. “So,

about what happened back then. It had been so many years, so

time, she said, “Ms. Gillian, I’m very strict about choosing disciples. I don’t just go around taking in mediocre disciples. I wouldn’t lower my bar

to mention

began to ache, and her scalp went numb. It

you’ve praised me and said I had a

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was just being polite. Do you understand what

Are you also being polite by grading them for

honest, I’ve lived for so long, but I’ve never seen someone as insensible as you. Don’t you know how to read faces? Can’t you tell the expressions on people’s

be so shameless as to have told Olivia to bring your mediocre paintings

this, Rose

that Gillian was too thick–skinned for having ordered Olivia without

paintings back then. She begged me again and again. Ms. Gillian, you owe it to Olivia. Because of Olivia, you had

She would have no chance or be in

was that instead of being grateful

be more

sake of Olivia, I’ll give you a recommended entry

she hung up

the Taylor family’s sandwich shop, in order not to disturb Doris with her painting, everyone from the Taylor

making sandwiches in

had nothing much to do, Olivia went upstairs to watch

was painting the countryside at sunset. It was distant

the sky could

her and casually pointed. “Add a little black and turn it into a grayish

glanced at Olivia with a

is a complicated job. It’s not as simple as you think. Olivia, can you please go to study the sandwich ingredients if you are busy with nothing? Stop acting like a know–it–all

feel attached to

came up to watch her paint was only

been a responsible person. Even if she had lost her memory, she

on the heavy burden and think for

had no intention of sucking

turned around

word, Doris’s expression looked more terrible. She snorted

came down from upstairs and heard a

over.

was sitting on a chair, eating almonds while watching the scene. When she saw Olivia, she pushed the bag of almonds to her side and replied, “Something happened at

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came over and frowned. “It’s Bettany’s

spat out a mouthful of

but

junior high school and went home to look after her

had a better life

had been missing for many years, suddenly

left home to earn a living. But he had been away from home for twenty years without

family of three to be united after

had started

good when he returned this time. He wanted

is!” Megan frowned. “He’s a

scene at the engagement ceremony, broke away

not long after she were back, Tucker chased after her to

a scene at

Bettany’s mother, Talia, who had also

knew if Talia was really stupid

still couldn’t change the fact that he was paralyzed. Bettany’s life would be

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here to get some sandwiches, but unfortunately, the

He was out of sandwiches back home

He was down.

Olivia’s cry, the first thought that crossed Marco’s mind was that Olivia must still have

Thank god!

Olivia was calling

lousy police officer. How could his mind

Officer Wood rushed

on?” he

parents have knocked her out and

my god! Marco was

a big case. Even the biological parents could

a call to

“Misunderstanding! It’s just a misunderstanding. Officer. please

and looked toward

already fainted. We can get the doctor to check on her later to see if

towards the small room and saw Bettany lying on the ground,

shook her hard several times,

as he realized that something

a dark gaze. His tone was ruthless. “Mind your own business. We’re Bettany’s parents. When Bettany wakes up

nodded. “I

call the police?” Olivia took out her phone and found a recording. She played it to Tucker. “So, I recorded it just in case. Even if Bettany is on your side, Talia

did.” Olivia nodded. “Otherwise, why would I talk nonsense to you for so long? I could have just left and called the

meaningless things. Whatever she said and did had its meaning. Moreover,

saying that relatives

relationship with her parents must be

if Bettany sided with her parents and

doing anything and watched a young girl

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lurch had broken

she got the evidence in advance before calling the police. This way, nothing would go

Tucker was furious.

expect to meet such a meticulous girl in such a

a genius

of them away, and Bettany was sent to

went to the police station to

asked her, “How did you find

door. One of them seemed to be sitting on

There was a small piece of broken porcelain at the

this, Marco and his colleagues looked at

could not help but admire her observation. She

“What made you think Tucker Fulham and Talia Fulham have drugged her but

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 Tucker’s younger daughter, so I guessed

“Oh my god,

could even become

couldn’t help but ask something irrelevant. “Do you usually like to read detective

head. She didn’t seem to

everything just by sending

Wasn’t she good?

She did not think it was such a

colleague at the side reminded Marco, “This is just a

he almost

thought Olivia’s guess should be the fact, but

she might cover up

were her parents by

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 almost forgot about it.” Olivia took out her phone and clicked on a recording.

Marco was dumbfounded.

colleagues beside him widened

She was so well–prepared!

Why did you record?” Marco

afraid they would make a false countercharge, so I recorded

thumbs up.

Bettany woke up, she admitted that her

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her.

her parents, so Bettany did not intend to pursue

go home and settle it on their

she brought

she had only brought some food from the

I painted this myself. It’s for

over and saw an oil

were clean. The entire painting

was surprised. “Did you

Bettany’s face brightened.

what she said, Olivia knew that 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

mother was sick, and she dropped out of school. But she did not give up.

Bettany smiled, showing two dimples on her cheeks. She looked cute.

and unhappiness. She was in high spirits, and her eyes

is too thick. Not good.” Doris had

and directly poked at the portrait

neck of the Virgin Mary was

doing?” Bettany subconsciously pushed

“Why did

a long time, she said, “You

a painting?” Doris was disdainful. She looked up and saw

in tears. She frowned and said impatiently, “Fine.

you want me to on your paintings? Let’s use this one. I’ll enhance it

the anger in

arms.

Olivia. This painting is ruined. I’ll paint another one for

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brought

ruthless. She even knocked out

is really pitiful to have

“Olivia, did you realize that something was wrong and call the police?” Olivia nodded. “Yes, I went

agree with Olivia’s actions. Under normal circumstances, he did not speak much, but this time, he could not help but lecture her.

in other people’s

did not say anything. She lowered her eyes and held an orange

had a nagging feeling that something was

family should be benevolent and kind. Why would they despise her

massaged her temples and the suspicion

this moment,

It was Gillian.

at a hotel in town

looked frustrated. Ernesto sat opposite her. His gaze lingered on Gillian’s face. After

the madness and unwillingness in her eyes. “This is the last time. I’ll hypnotize her one last time. I want to see how Olivia will face

in love

like her? Would she fight for Jarron’s attention and push her sister off the cliff in her

His eyes were deep, and there was an evilness in them

Gillian and

not enough. Relationships will become shallower as

point, he smiled. “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 her and make

then?” Gillian was curious. He could not have gone through so much trouble to

His unusually flirtatious face immediately

her and ask her to leave. What happened next would be that I recognized the wrong

Isn’t this a good idea?” Ernesto turned to Gillian. His eyes were sparkling with

Gillian was silent.

man was really evil. He actually came

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location and in

her sister well because of a mistake. How

nodded.

the way to the hotel. Olivia received a call from Gillian. Gillian asked her to take the small road to the east,

and did not think too much about it. She

as the city. There were no street lamps in

remote. It was only nine o’clock in the evening, but it

walked to

stopped in

could already hear Olivia’s

long legs also stretched into the middle

wouldn’t have discovered him at all. Everything was ready. Ernesto leaned his head against the wall. As

hell was

He was going blind!

My eyes, my eyes!

as day. Ernesto covered his eyes tightly with his hands, but even so, the light revealed between his fingers was incomparably intense, blinding him to the

it was too

strong flashlight and had a clear view

and was about two yards away from Ernesto. She asked curiously, “Why are you lying here? Isn’t the ground

He could only determine

low grunt, Ernesto said

Ernesto’s wound and frowned. “That’s

Ernesto was speechless.

dog? She could even smell

himself. “The blood is fake. It’s

from behind her. She held the stick in

could not open his eyes, so he could not see Olivia’s movements. He only

He nodded. “Yes.”

stick. “I’ll call the police immediately and

the police.” Ernesto shook his head and made a

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gun…”

he could finish, Olivia had already taken out her phone. “There’s a gunshot wound. I have to

Ernesto was dumbfounded!

How did that happen?

plot in the novel was like this. The male lead was shot by a gun and could

did Olivia

police. Why do you have to call the police? I already said that

was borrowed from the novel. Therefore, Ernesto thought that

couldn’t understand why Olivia called the

What makes you think I’ll help a criminal? Of course,

one met on the street. Even

did not have any money now. If she was extorted, she

Ernesto couldn’t

practiced boxing since he

sudden pounce would

And yet…

get close to Olivia, his abdomen was ruthlessly

it hurt so

struck in mid–air, Ernesto fell to the ground with a thud and rolled on the

about covering his face. He covered his

her flashlight and

saw the exotic face,

Then, countless memories returned.

She remembered!

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stick used for self–defense and leaned forward. She easily restrained Ernesto and tapped a few

felt hurt

Oh! How magicall

surprised, something even more shocking

stared at him and said coldly.

expression changed drastically when he heard

He was stunned.

while, he said, “You’re

nodded. Then, she announced coldly, “The hypnosis has been removed, and

got up from the ground and looked at Olivia in disbelief. “Impossible, impossible. How can you

removed from

out, she said in a low voice, “I woke up when I saw

mean?” Ernesto was a

around and looked at him. Suddenly, she chuckled. “Don’t tell me you think that I’ll hand myself over to someone else without doing anything and let them hypnotize me as they please?” Olivia never did anything that

to let 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

arranged would immediately appear and take her away. They would also think of a way

anything happened, the hypnosis would not

to the country and pressure Fesmuowana through the Hushe Republic, asking Ernesto to remove the

not be under Emesto’s control, or even

was a

threw the flashlight to Ernesto and pressed

on her left wrist

less than three minutes two

was Pets and

raver of

le due cathon!

as tw quickly ran a few steps and

see Cullat as you want to

and track at all bia

Ese and Does she

Regret of

walk

really a cow how

get a

ducked

moonlight shone on her face, blurring her facial features and

feel the coldness

was the most meaningless

already done those hurtful things. She had already hurt

just to make herself

“I let you hypnotize me in exchange for the Wilcox family’s hypnotism. Now that the hypnosis is over, we

Olivia paused and continued, “I’m not a good–tempered person, and my patience is limited. I hope you won’t provoke me

ties with Ernesto, which made him feel

not the threat in Olivia’s tone, but her attitude of leaving him alone as

after tonight, they were

suddenly felt an indescribable

to

to speak. She got

and heartless. She did not

time Ernesto came back to his senses, the black car had already left like an arrow and

left was a thick,

What a hateful girl!

in anger. How could there be such a woman? She

if she wanted to go back to the Taylor family

and looked out of the window. Her tone was even colder than the night wind. “There’s no need. You guys can go

and asked, “Where are we

suddenly thought of Bettany and said, “Let’s

pitch–black inside, and there was only a faint light in the

and knocked on

a while, Bettany came

the car door and gestured for

up at Tyson and Peter and hesitated. After all, it was almost midnight. It was really not safe to get into

she remembered how Olivia had helped her in

mustered her courage and sat

late. What’s

a little nervous

“Don’t be nervous. I’m here to tell you that I’m leaving soon.

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give me

surprised. “Where are you

speak when a few clangs came

knocking

you doing here?” Tucker curled his lips and looked past Bettany to look at Olivia. His tone was sinister.

was unhappy and reminded him. “Olivia is my

in other people’s

this, Tucker’s tone

She waved her hand to chase him away and apologized to Olivia. “Olivia, I’m sorry. I’ve

her lower lip and looked

she said, “Olivia, during this period of time… be careful. My father is not

she finished speaking, her

the courage to admit that their biological father was

worry,” Olivia said calmly.

Bettany’s expression was still worried, Olivia added, “I’ll leave here

the news that Olivia was leaving immediately, Bettany first heaved a sigh of relief and then was shocked.

“You’re mistaken. I’m not the Taylor family’s daughter. I just lived in the Taylor family for a period of

but she was very smart and immediately

reason.

only looked at Olivia reluctantly. “Then,

in her chair and said casually, “Let’s leave it to

opened the car door. “Wait for

and ran toward the door. After a while, she came back with a painting. ‘Olivia, this is for you.” Bettany looked sad. “I don’t know when we’ll meet again in the future. Keep this

it. Suddenly, she smiled and said, “Then I’ll also give you a gift.” “Huh?” Bettany was a little

not far away. When he heard

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found Olivia was missing the next

panicked. “What should we do? Olivia

on. “Take your time. Maybe she’s gone out.” Derek and Stella also came down from upstairs. They said

first thing she said was, “There’s no need to look for her. She’s gone. I’ve already transferred the money to your card. You don’t have

that, she hung

the Taylor family

voice. He took a deep breath and said, “She has left

dissatisfied tone, “She is really too much. She didn’t even

period of time, Olivia was considerate and sensible, so Megan had already treated Olivia as

She started to grumble.

and said mockingly, “Mother, you really treat

Olivia was not angry and didn’t take revenge. How could

saying that, Stella

shouted, “Oh no, we still don’t know the

a

ten sandwich 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 taste of the fillings she mixed

do?” Stella

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

“Yes, Doris’s painting

Doris’s painting. We might as well

raised her head and glared

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 I’m accepted as a disciple by a teacher from the Painting Association, I’ll be famous. Any random painting can be sold for thousands of dollars or even one hundred thousand dollars.

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She had been smart, so since she was young, her family doted on her and obeyed her. She was used to being domineering. Even when she spoke to her family, she still

was used to her attitude and did not

lot. He had seen Olivia’s

faced Doris again, he felt a

anything. He just turned around and went upstairs

when she suddenly received a call from the express delivery. It said that there

and looked happy. “It

She

her shoes and

the counter and looked at

is still young. She hasn’t seen you for many years and is a little distant.

don’t interact with those indecent people. Listen to me and marry into the Hall family. In the future, you can have whatever you want. Don’t you want to learn painting? The Hall family will send

that was tearing the package

Tucker. Her tone was cold. “Tucker, I’m calling

you talk to

and suppressed the sorrow in her heart. “Mom, I’m your daughter. Do you want me

her head. “I’m not asking you to marry him. It’s just an engagement. Your father said that the company is in

it anymore. “Why should I help him? Doesn’t he still have a daughter?

your younger sister. How can you be so heartless

point, he even vented his anger on Talia. “How did you teach your

Calm down. Bettany is still young and hasn’t interacted with Missy before. She doesn’t have any feelings for

Tucker grew impatient. “Bettany must

Even if you use despicable methods to knock me out and marry me,

looked at Bettany angrily with

her mother

hurt. She

rub her face and looked at Talia coldly. “Mom, you’re such a bitch! I’ve never seen a woman

she

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Talia called out to her

in a cold voice that seemed to come from hell. “Ignore her. Let’s see how long she can hold on. A girl shouldn’t be too

help

the depths of her

her head and said in a weak voice. Tucker. Bettany is too young and insensible. Give me more

glanced at Talia and suddenly

voice was gentle. “I knew it. You understand my

head and

bathroom and washed her face with cold

She couldn’t figure

been relying on her for so many years and

to force her

wiping her face, Bettany

should be a piece of paper

it

painting, so Olivia also gave her a

package had been completely opened. Inside was not a painting, but a

strange. Did people still write letters these

and opened it. She realized that it was not a letter but

What exactly was it?

more and more confused. Was it

thin golden

was a

over. The more she looked, the heavier her breathing

an invitation to the

weak, and her wrist trembled slightly. She almost couldn’t

this moment, she suspected that she was in a

hard and looked at the

was true! It was actually true!

was given to her by Olivia. Who exactly

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her heart pounding so fast that it

read the words over and over again, feeling

good thing really happen

was not a

the burden of the

decisive person.

had already gotten the invitation, she had to give it

she did not understand this competition, Bettany planned to ask

invitation letter in her arms. After running a few steps, she turned back and went upstairs to get

the Taylor family, Doris was in

very important to her, so

was a

she ran too quickly, she could not

for her to catch her

look!” Her eyes were bright like

Doris was instantly stunned.

bright and dazzling Bettany. It seemed that ever since she met Bettany, Bettany had always been depressed. Although she was energetic and decisive, there

in her eyes.

in the competition with you!” Bettany couldn’t control her excitement and showed the invitation to

not react and thought that Bettany was joking. However, when she lowered her head, she saw the seal of the

also Bettany’s name written

constricted and her nails dug into her palms. She was too surprised and couldn’t believe it.

did not seem like a good idea for her to come and

a

invitation, she was too excited. Her mind

that Doris would also be participating in this competition.

forgotten that if she participated in

with a smile, “I’m

observed Doris’s expression. Seeing that Doris really did

gave this to me.” Bettany’s fingertips rubbed the words on the invitation letter lovingly. “Olivia?” Doris frowned. After

and ask anxiously, “Are you talking about

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second sister?”

curiously. “Doris, what’s the relationship between Olivia and your family? She told me that she’s only staying at your house temporarily. Actually, she has

stuttered, “Well, I can’t say for sure. Actually, I don’t know

Bettany didn’t continue

little embarrassed. “Doris, can you help me 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 you for

before today, Doris would definitely not waste

But…

gaze moved up and landed on the invitation letter. Her eyes gradually

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

the painting so tightly that her

again and again, looking at

color of this painting far exceeded

had already shocked her enough. She did not

How did that happen?

learn how to paint

this moment, Doris only felt that she had suffered a deep blow

a few times before forcing a smile and saying, “Bettany, put the painting here first. I’ll take my time to look

said in a worried tone, “Doris, you don’t look too good. Are you feeling

forced a smile. “Yes, I’ve been drawing recently. I didn’t

her and

painting Smoke in Village and traced it with her

another

always looked a little awkward and was

at it, the angrier she became. In the end, she tore off the painting she had drawn, threw it on the ground, and stomped on it

was impossible for her to be inferior to Bettany.

shook her head like she

month. He was like a resentful husband who

face was unhappy all

saying that his menopause had been brought

Daniel could not hear Ellis’s criticism, he had

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warm exterior of Ellis, there was a heart with evil

sent Ellis to the

they would anger the CEO

the CEO’s office was

even vent his anger. He could only bury his frustration in

really

knew it very clearly from the beginning to the end. Olivia felt that he was her

agree to Olivia taking the

not dare to say

able to

Olivia, he was timid and

was

depressed Daniel returned home every day and didn’t

son was completely

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been afraid to tell

married, he would slowly tell her that Andrew was

he was afraid that Olivia

well. If she knew that Andrew was her child, she would

Daniel

not bear to

to watch many idol

arrogant. He bullied the female lead until she was almost half dead and casually snatched the child away from

novels were all fake. The male lead did not love the female lead

female lead, how could he

Andrew from her, even if

die in pain than

home at night, Daniel went

cartoons on the iPad under the blanket. When he sensed that Daniel had come in. he

pretending

softly. “Alas, why did he fall asleep?

Olivia?

He suddenly lifted the blanket and called

Daniel was so mean.

to be surprised and turned the doorknob with his slender fingers. “Andrew! Weren’t you

was a little embarrassed. He poked his chubby little face with his two

bed. Then, he covered Andrew with the blanket lovingly and said in a serious tone, “You heard

He

eyebrows and asked, “How can you be sure that you’re

less about pretending. “Daddy, I didn’t

crossed his arms in front of his chest.

Daniel for a long time before he

for a moment,

knew that Daniel must have found him sprawled under the

a very smart child. When he realized that he had been discovered, he immediately turned around and took out the

with a thud and promised Daniel with a puffed–up face, “Daddy, I won’t

the iPad didn’t break when it fell to the ground. It only lit

moment.

and picked up the iPad. He looked at the video. “23

for a

bed and hugged Daniel’s thigh. “I only

said slowly. “I remember we discussed about it before. How should I punish you if you played with the iPad in bed at

and

He was very satisfied with his son’s attitude.

burst into tears. He went forward and hugged Daniel’s

exactly the same as his mother’s. When he cried, he looked exceptionally

Daniel could not

make a promise with

sad when he saw the empty bed. He was obviously lazy and unrestrained just

heartache of not

blanket was

thought about how he had acted like a

He raised Andrew alone.

had actually lost her memories

phone and slowly typed on Facebook

over his words and described how he found Andrew playing

blanket.

to discipline and that he

only Olivia

after he posted it, someone

It was Olivia!

became excited. His fingers began to tremble and he could not

long time, he

a

was the aftereffect of hypnosis. Even when she woke up, she still felt a

already taken her phone back, so Olivia casually flipped through it. Coincidentally, she saw the Facebook status of Daniel. Her fingertips slipped and

actions preceded

took her a moment to realize what

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tell Olivia

Olivia deepened, or after they got married, he would slowly tell

was afraid that Olivia would snatch Andrew from

was her child, she would definitely fight with him for custody of the

could Daniel beat

could not bear to compete with

he had accompanied Olivia to watch

arrogant. He bullied the female lead until she was almost half dead and casually snatched the

novels were all fake. The male lead did not love the female lead at

the female lead, how could he bear to

Andrew from her, even if Olivia

in pain than make Olivia

home at night, Daniel went

under the blanket. When he sensed that

pretending to be

softly. “Alas, why did he fall asleep? I was about to

Olivia?

suddenly lifted the blanket

Daniel was so mean.

the doorknob

He poked his chubby little face with his two soft fingers and smiled obediently. “Daddy. I

stepped forward and poked his chubby son with his fingertips. Andrew fell to bed. Then, he covered Andrew with the blanket lovingly and said in a serious

that he was not dreaming. He argued, “I really heard it. It’s not

be sure that you’re not dreaming?

couldn’t care less about pretending.

in

looked up at Daniel for a long time before he

panicked for a moment, he would still

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originally wanted to give him a surprise, but now she

was feeling vexed,

of them

rustle, rustle. It was like an electric

the color of Olivia’s

and seductive, like the deepest

moment, she must be biting her lower

bite mark on her lips, and the

his right hand

to control himself. He would

low and sexy voice came out

pursed her lips and blinked her eyes. She

“Daniel.”

speak. They

spread along

sitting in the front passenger seat, looked at each other and thought of the same thing. Absence made the heart

Ha–ha!

never liked someone so much in her

honest, when she first came into contact with Daniel, she was not tempted. She even felt that this person was very strange and

have wanted to interact

passed, Olivia liked him

found Daniel more and

and understanding? His occasional pride was like a

exactly what she liked. She was

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knew that Olivia had returned to Evervale

Daniel had bad intentions.

pick you

and could not help but laugh. “It’s almost ten o’clock at night now. I still have about two hours before I reach

raised his eyebrows and chuckled. “Is it

Olivia was speechless.

that Olivia was silent, Daniel knew that something was wrong. He quickly found a reason that Olivia could not refuse. “Andrew missed you. He cried

cry?” Olivia

she heard that Andrew was crying, she instantly became nervous. Indeed, she had forgotten her husband

felt a

anything for his child, “Alas, he always cried before he went to bed these past

had cried, her heart immediately ached. She agreed immediately. “Alright, I’ll go straight

I’ll leave the door open for you.” Daniel

prevent anything from happening, Daniel

shook Andrew awake and asked him to send Olivia a voice message. It would be best if he

daze and his mind was

up in the

up at Daniel.

reminded him, “Do you remember

with dissatisfaction. “It has been a while,

you yet. I’ll punish you by not allowing you to play with the iPad

he instantly pouted

eye, Daniel pressed the voice transmitting button

Daniel patted Andrew’s shoulder and said in a satisfied tone,

Andrew was speechless.

of father

cries, Olivia’s heart

Sullivan family to Tyson and asked him to

gone to bed. Olivia tiptoed into the house and glanced at Andrew. Only

had exactly two guest rooms. Tyson and Peter lived together, and Olivia had her

room.

really tired and

she heard

was not appropriate for her to open the door. She asked, “Who is it?” Daniel stood tall at the door with a glass of milk in his hand. “It’s me, Olivia. I brought you a glass

milk.

and smiled. “Thank you. Leave it for now. It’s not convenient for me to go out

super considerate.

“The door’s locked.”

was ready. “I got

Olivia was speechless.

to have

nodded. “Then

open and entered. He first looked around before placing the milk

bathroom, his beloved was taking a shower. The sound of water seemed

was warm and

Daniel was tempted.

couldn’t be said that he had ulterior motives. If a man didn’t even have any sexual desire for the woman. he loved,

for so many years. If he didn’t

many bad intentions in men who were

of the bathroom in a bath towel after taking a shower, she saw a

should we do?

glared at Daniel. She raised her beautiful chin and pointed at the

leaned over and pressed Olivia

face, causing her body to go

almost hung

she still refused to admit defeat. She raised her chin and glared at him. “What

eyes. “Of

Olivia and threw her

into the sofa and her mind went blank for a moment. She blinked and before she could react, a muscular male

gave her a passionate

Hmm…

woke up

opened her eyes,

already

forehead and could not help but kick Daniel.

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not

over and pressed her down. His voice was low as he blew

another sex, it was almost one

there were still Tyson, Peter, and two nannies at home, Olivia felt

anyone.

announcing to the world what she had done last night by getting up so late? She quietly went downstairs, thinking that the others should go and

Peter, who were watching television in the living

lightened her footsteps and tiptoed around the two of them to go to the dining room to eat. However, Daniel appeared at this moment and looked at her worriedly. “What’s wrong? Why are you tiptoeing? Are you feeling unwell? I’m sorry, it’s all my fault. Last night,

Shut up!

would say something he shouldn’t. She quickly went forward and wanted to cover

ground was a little slippery, she rushed forward too

was too loud.

see Olivia throwing

gasped and raised their thumbs at

Taylor was actually so passionate and

Olivia was speechless.

face anyone. Her reputation had

was already embarrassing enough, but Daniel acted as if he did not notice and

“Olivia is too tired. I’ll carry her

Peter nodded

buried her head

already so embarrassing. They

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Daniel went to the

the way, Daniel mentioned

ago, when he was volunteering, he met a young

has been

barely reached the

opinion?” Daniel turned to look

have an opinion? Some people married young and some old.

one.” She

At the red light, Daniel stopped the car and turned to look at Olivia, his expression kind of

Olivia frowned.

out what

to ask him what was going on

his mellow deep voice just beside her ear. “Olivia, let’s get married too.” Unexpected of such a question, Olivia

had turned green. Daniel turned around and looked ahead, pressed on the accelerator with his right foot and the car rushed out like an

again, yet he said solemnly, stressing every

Olivia repeated his

squeezed her fingers, unsure of what to answer for a

topic so soon. She had barely

to figure

“If you haven’t made up your mind, we can get engaged

Engage?

a

Daniel

was lost

it!

He understood humans pretty well. He knew how

read a lot of

a dark room, if someone proposed to open the window, the proposal was very likely to be denied by a group of people, however, if another person proposed to

was using the

engage, not to marry for

up Andrew, the three of them went

that she had hurt Daniel, so she was very cooperative

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initiative to mention the engagement

to

his jacket and was only wearing

words, he looked up

in his deep,

No need?

Olivia looked up,

eyes

the table and

air. She looked over in

his head. “This is

wasn’t it a bit of a rush? Would they have the time

They needed to make arrangements for the

worry,” Daniel said confidently. “I’ve prepared

and showed the

the engagement venue. It’s at the old residence of the Sullivan family.

a lot of people. I prefer to

are ready. Try them on and see if there’s anything you need to change.”

rings had been customized. They would be

Daniel was talking excitedly.

turned around, he saw Olivia looking at him calmly

heart skipped a

himself, “Oh no, she

up and said slowly, “Is this your

knew we would get engaged one day so

closer to Olivia and whispered, “I really

he

big eyes pitifully. “Olivia, don’t you want to marry my Daddy? Is it because you don’t

you saying?” Olivia’s heart softened. She held Andrew in her arms and shook him. Her tone was gentle. “I couldn’t

raised his face. “Then would you like to be

course, I do.” Olivia lowered her head and kissed the little boy’s soft

Daniel was very productive.

just agreed, he announced the engagement to the world the next

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also posted on Twitter: Dear Princess,

Group’s subsidiaries reposted this Twitter and posted at

This

of the richest man

was at the top of the

outlet was

be found in the financial

The netizens were dumbfounded.

was going on. The

believe that in the blink of an eye, the richest man was

were in an

too sudden. Oh no, how can he get

Ms. Taylor? Does anyone know?

have to do with science, can anybody explain?” “Oh, come

also a link behind

on it were all shocked by

amazing. She got the Lasker Award at such a young age. She must be a genius.” “I knew

made some achievements in biology, I still don’t think Ms. Taylor is good enough for Mr. Sulliva. After all, he is

up! Are you blinded by money? How dare you say

were arguing with each

Group’s public relations team had controlled the s, so the discussion didn’t go

intense, and there was nothing too

to see

Hence…

group will pay the bill for 100 people who retweeted the

Technology department of Sullivan Group posted, “We will send out 100 computers to

of Sullivan Group posted, “10,000 lucky netizens

video department posted on Twitter: “We will select 10,000 lucky netizens from those who retweeted, and the chosen one will get a one–year premium for

Group subsidiaries posted on Twitter, other cooperating

them.

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The nets went crazy

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Internet were in

countless phone

hoping to meet his mysterious

bent.

was nonchalant, as if nothing in the world could pique his

a particular message, Daniel’s

slowly looked over. “What’s

voice was low and slightly husky

asked in a

playfully raised her hand to gently scratch Daniel’s chin

He used to spend

many things happened and he was busy with work, so he no longer

Standing at the entrance once more, Daniel felt like he was there in his

had become unfamiliar to

well–trained, and their observant

at a

from the

to approach and extend a warm welcome to

the staff member led the way, he inquired politely, “Is this your first visit, or

to a gradual halt, his gaze languid as

His aura instantly rose.

smiled at the staff.

as if his neck was

moment, the door was suddenly knocked open and two familiar figures

staff member glanced over from

actually appeared at the same

two lobby managers in the club, one was male, named Steve Chandler and one

them had always worked

appeared

The staff was dumbfounded!

his pace and reached Daniel first. He bowed and apologized, “Mr. Sullivan, I’m sorry.

Vivian also came over.

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undeniably beautiful, but her demeanor was not assertive. Instead, she exuded a gentle and soothing

women felt no envy in

two of them and, rather than addressing Daniel first, she turned her gentle gaze to Olivia and

gentle words subtly hinted at Olivia’s identity, indicating that she was familiar with her. Notably, she didn’t refer to her

she called her Mrs.

her eyebrows and

“No wonder she became the manager of a high–class club. Her EQ is high.” Olivia nodded

“Yes,” Daniel replied.

along the way. “Mr. Sheeran has booked Room

inattentive waiter bumped into Olivia, causing her shoes to get soiled. Olivia had to make a detour to the

with a waitress to escort Olivia to the restroom. He then directed Daniel to a

room.

back

to dwell on minor inconveniences. She nodded in resignation

followed the waitress to

was quite irksome to Olivia. Olivia wanted to wipe it clean

going to get a wet towel, but she never

shoes and rinse them under running water. Afterward, she wiped them dry with a tissue and

out of

either side, Olivia found herself

It

phone

she opened her handbag, a red wine bottle was stuffed into her

man who appeared to be a supervisor suddenly materialized and gave her a nudge forward. “Why are you dawdling here? Get back to work; the guests

he pushed her into

man bowed to the individuals inside and introduced Olivia, saying, “This is our new server. She

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. I’m not

man had no faith in her statement and scolded her. “What kind of training have you received? Quickly

older men in the private room let out loud, boisterous cheers. A lecherous middle–aged man looked at Olivia and asked,

a knowing

The middle–aged man chuckled.

gazed at the middle–aged man. Then, she turned back to the supervisor and calmly clarified, “I’m a guest here. You’ve

the supervisor could reply, the middle–aged

Young lady,

remarked, “I’ll play the role of the server to attend to our lovely guest here.”

and surrounded Olivia from several directions as they

were dim, and

tapped her finger on the wine bottle. The dark red wine

clearly getting

again. “I’ll say it for the last time, let

and jeered, “Once you’ve stepped through this door, regardless of who you are, don’t even dream of leaving. Stay here and serve

was about

nonchalant, but there was a hint of red at

It was scarlet red.

a step to the

at the occupants of the private room. All of a sudden, she swiftly raised her

table was made of glass, and so were

wine bottle instantly shattered, and wine sprayed everywhere along with

splatter of wine and the sudden burst of

of the timid ones even cried out in

of astonishment, their gazes fixed on Olivia in utter

head and massaged her wrist, her tone icy. “I

crowd and walked

combination lock. Olivia couldn’t unlock it herself, so she turned her head to the supervisor. “Open

shivered and didn’t say

her expression

be bothered to waste her time on these people. She picked up

Bam!

Crash!

door

hands sharply, moving deftly despite the

group of people remained

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After Olivia left.

the private room opened and a beautiful woman walked

was in a long dress crafted from cotton linen and wore a silk shirt. The cuffs were casually rolled up, showcasing her

was dim and blurry. Her face could not be seen clearly, but her temperament

walked up to her with a nervous expression. When he spoke, his voice was soft, trembling, and vaguely frightened. “I’m sorry, Ms.

indifferently and did not

head waiter was terrified. He knelt on the ground with a thud and stammered for mercy. “Ms. Manson, please forgive this time. I won’t let you down next

clear everything up.” The woman’s tone remained gentle, making it difficult to discern her emotions. “No one must find

averted a catastrophe. His entire body was drenched in a cold sweat, as if he

go to the surveillance room now and guarantee that

“Go,” the woman said.

left as if

rooms. In addition to 8888, the room

be impossible for the occupants of the two private rooms to encounter one

room had its own elevator and

it would

rooms to meet.

This was interesting.

each other, how did Olivia end up

skepticism and pressed the button on the wall, signaling

private room was noisy as if people inside were playing

cards. His demeanor appeared nonchalant, yet his regal presence set him apart, almost as

the cards on the table and beckoned to Olivia, saying,

sitting next to Daniel instantly stood up and tactfully gave

stand up, his shoulders

slender and fair palm pressed down on his

Olivia. “No, no,” she chimed in. “Today, it’s all about Daniel and

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come,” she gestured with her hand, shooing away the two men sitting across from her and clearing a spot. Pointing towards the vacant seat, she urged,

charming smile. “Daniel, I’m going to challenge you

people chimed in, “Yes, yes, yes. Pass the

frowned. He took a piece of candy and threw it at Sarah. “Stop

Sarah pressed her palm firmly on the man who was about to

dilemma, not knowing

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this, Michael glared at Sarah and scolded her for being

up to smooth things over. “Alright, alright, alright. Let’s take this opportunity to make things difficult for the protagonist today. But let’s talk

up to Olivia and said respectfully, “Mrs.

Olivia sat opposite Daniel.

unusually excited today. If one didn’t know better, they would have thought that she was the one

she insisted on

proposed that no one could skip their

lie detector. Michael

Daniel also looked over.

serene, devoid of any discernible fluctuations, yet

chill.

felt a chill down

appeared reluctant. “Fine, we can skip the lie detector, but we must play truth or

card to the waiter

enlisted. His card–playing abilities were exceptional, and he could discern the identity

opposite Sarah with

seemed to

seven years ago. It was

Olivia had always won.

three of

Olivia nodded and agreed.

still lost

his temper. He held the cards and looked at them repeatedly. He suspected that Olivia had x–ray

sad. He said, “I won’t play cards with

a joke. However, it came true. They had really

“The person who gets the Ace of Spades loses. They have to choose truth or

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initial rounds progressed smoothly, with some individuals losing while others emerged victorious. Whether it was opting for truth or

the game, the dealer, who was a waiter, displayed subtle signs of nervousness. This time, Daniel got the Ace of Spades while Sarah got

in her hand and smiled playfully at Daniel. “Mr. Sullivan, truth or dare?” Daniel leaned back

her hand and glanced at Olivia. Then, she smiled at Daniel. “Daniel, let me ask you something. I’m serious. If Winona hadn’t gone overseas, would you have continued to be

her and lowered his voice. “What are you

giggled. “That’s

Olivia and said seriously, “Ms. Taylor, are you also very curious? Do you want to know about Daniel and Winona? This

her fingertips. Her gaze was indifferent, making

wanted to

this moment,

casual

sentence, Sarah’s countenance underwent a dramatic

“Winona who?”

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could he pretend

the table and rose

and her tone was

lost control of her

embraced her tightly and gently pressed her down. “Enough now,” he said. “Don’t what kind

you

realize

But in the end, she managed to

situation had changed. The present Daniel was no longer

her grandfather treated Daniel with great respect, being

down that she shouldn’t have a falling out with Daniel,

felt that Winona was

that time, Daniel was simply one of the privileged youth, seemingly lacking any notable abilities. Winona guided him and led the

wouldn’t have achieved what he has

taken

an outstanding Daniel

was filled

all over and left with wounds all

matured and learned how

Olivia with

matter, the

she had been childhood friends, sharing

that, they

met Winona, a wealthy young lady from

apart from the rest. Despite her affluent upbringing, she had never been indulged and harbored her

in the realm of

with elegance, beauty, nobility, and grace from the altar to join the

Daniel had fervently pursued

long–standing friendship, Sarah couldn’t help but feel that

Daniel was merely a wealthy youngster. Plus, with his

with no prospects of inheriting the family fortune. Therefore, it was no surprise that Sarah considered him unworthy of Winona. Sarah

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a wager with him, insisting that he would never be able

result far exceeded her

made it. He successfully made Winona date

so astonished that her eyes nearly

hope that Daniel could

riddled with bad habits, and Winona had to endure a

matters; he simply relished having

was futile. He remained

Winona broke up. They

Winona’s departure, Daniel experienced a profound emotional blow, causing him to disappear

back, he

addition to reacquiring control of his family’s business, Daniel went on to

gave

catapulted him to the pinnacle of wealth, making him the most affluent person in the entire

was motivated

had never had any other women by his side. He

had been thinking

that he must be waiting for Winona

her great surprise, he was getting engaged

her

softly consoled Sarah, his tone tinged with a sense of helplessness, “Come on. let’s stop

her head to hide

and Olivia. “I’m genuinely sorry,” she confessed. “Today, I overindulged a bit and

picked up a glass of

almost choked and coughed a few times before

her back to calm her down, he said to Daniel, “Daniel, to celebrate your engagement with Olivia, we’ve prepared a masquerade

spoke, she stood up and made

a while, he realized that Daniel

puzzled and looked

also poked his head

not get up and remained

others. Instead, he raised his chin and looked at Olivia. He asked

did not react

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realized what Daniel was doing,

was actually asking a woman for her opinion

and so was

“Yes.” Olivia nodded.

of hypnosis, she was

focus on studying or working during this period.

past, Olivia also liked having fun and was skilled in various

cliff by

herself off and devoted all her energy to learning

and Gillian had

would begin to gradually open her

was on the

first. The men were all wearing the same tuxedo,

distinction was

Emily brought

a sapphire blue fishtail dress to Olivia. “Try this one first.

and

worry,

to the changing room to

have you been to 2046 before? Why haven’t I

said calmly, “It’s my first

Emily nodded. Then, she exchanged glances with Sarah and silently

even visited

rich man and woman

actually Olivia’s first

her lips in front of the mirror

eyes were filled

that Daniel

far

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her clothes. The blue

she twisted the golden lipstick tube

to say something

when her gaze landed on Olivia, she was suddenly left

such a cliché dress

the ladies were wearing the same sapphire blue fishtail dress, every

were tailored to fit the curves of the human body, promoting one’s strengths and hiding one’s weaknesses, which would help to display a perfect

some tailoring deliberately highlighted flaws. Even if a Victoria’s Secret supermodel were to wear it, it would not

carefully chosen this set for

every cut, and

on a person than a

make a fool of herself and did not expect to be stunned. “Oh my god. Now that

other changing room, did not hear

a few nasty words of ridicule toward Olivia. She then lifted her hands

herself in the

was tailored by a master, which meant that it was exquisite, and

average, but after wearing this dress, her figure was instantly elevated, making her long legs

high heels, Sarah prepared to show off in front of Olivia, making her feel

country bumpkin like her compare to me, let alone Winona!” she thought. With that in mind, Sarah puffed

crush her in all

Sarah raised her eyebrows

sudden, her

this be?”

Sarah’s expression cracked.

Olivia made her look like she had been reborn. There was an unusual charm exuding from her

they met, Sarah

as she stared at

and reminded her quietly. Otherwise, Sarah might lose control and go

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“Ramirez, that big liar!

ugliest in the world? Why is it so beautiful

“Ahhhhh!” she screamed inside.

was about to go

her finger hard and looked at Olivia with an apologetic

guess what Emily was going to say next. However, she did not stop her. Instead, she looked at Emily quietly,

the wrong dress. It belongs to another customer. I’ll find another one for you, Ms.

dress belongs to someone else. Ms. Taylor, could you

lowered

you want to take someone else’s dress for yourself. You’re Mr. Sullivan’s

so that she had

be good if word got out

before smiling. “Whose dress is this? Call her

Emily was stumped.

to find the owner of this dress?” she

directly, “This dress is mine.”

sorry, Ms. Taylor. I like this dress very much. I really do like

this dress?”

I like it very much.” It was rare for her

stunning in this dress, so Sarah

understood. “Are you saying you want to wear the clothes

Sarah nodded. “Yes.”

frowned slightly. “But I’ve already worn it.

head crazily. “No, no. I like this dress too much. I can’t wait to wear it

Emily nodded cooperatively.

words to make Sarah like this

end, there was no need for

had already nodded.

looked at each other and saw the

expect Olivia to be so easy

This time, when she came out of the changing room, she even put on a huge shawl to

gaze,

the shawl was too big for her to

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inside.

glances before retracting her

walked over and handed the clothes to

she said calmly, “Go

and took the clothes

clothes that Olivia had

this dress looked so beautiful. It was not a loss

outcome.

Sarah was

them to the ground. Then, she put on the sapphire

putting everything on, she looked at the mirror

she felt as though her shoulders were too low, her waist was

numb as she

fuck is

so ugly

I will be mocked

face. As her fingers trembled, she tried to pull up

reached over

the curtain of the changing room was pulled

was completely exposed in front of

to

her expression completely

“What the fuck…

this ugly

left leg. Her

be in a good mood as the smile on her face was dazzling. “Miss Anderson, you

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Sarah’s face darkened.

around and

off her

and beautiful in it. It was even more

was at this point that Sarah

done it on purpose. She had

hideous. The anger in her heart was completely ignited

just as it was about to burst

a deep breath to

surprised and

of character. Sarah had a fiery temper and was short–tempered. After being

tapped a

something

has already begun.” Emily was afraid that Sarah would not be able to control her temper, so she hurriedly stood between the two of

this with you.” As she spoke, she handed Olivia

the mask and the three

Amidst the crowd, in the middle of the dance floor, several couples were dancing to

“Let’s walk further and see where Daniel and the others

nodded and walked slowly by her

were many people at the ball. In just a blink of an eye, Emily disappeared

present was wearing masks. Coupled with the dim

on a bar stool to watch the people

couples dancing

increased, there were gradually people who could not keep up and had to walk

there was only a man and a woman left dancing

center. Everyone was wearing the same clothes

only vaguely sense that the couple in the middle had

man stood tall

was tied into

like a lady

the surrounding people

clapped her hands. She even heard the people beside her sigh. “What a match made

heaven.”

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Missing Da

so

someone said,

someone to talk to

you saying anything? Don’t you think the people in the

Are they compatible?

did

middle took off his mask. From Olivia’s direction,

and wanted

the crowd that was originally standing quietly suddenly surged

Olivia

She could only stand behind the crowd and look at the center of the crowd.

revealed a beautiful and otherworldly

surprise flashed in his deep eyes. “Why are you

her head, curled her lips, and smiled lightly at Daniel.

Winona. His tone was less friendly

he immediately turned

knew that he was looking for her

face instantly melted and

walked towards Olivia. He took her hand and introduced her to everyone. “This is my fiancée, Olivia. We’re about

gently, “Hello.

her right hand and smiled naturally. “I’m this guy’s old

and glanced at

felt a

gaze, Winona

“Don’t misunderstand. Daniel and I are old

her

Good buddies?

Olivia frowned.

leaned in and whispered

to Winona and said in an extremely distant and indifferent tone, “Winona, since

eyes flashed

continued, “You’re just an ex–girlfriend.

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hand and

Her gaze grew profound and

her eyes.

so long, everyone was a

second floor, and Michael

group went

went to the washroom

up her clothes and was about to push open the

voice came from outside. “Daniel went a little overboard today. How could he leave with only

Emily

indignant and felt that Daniel

have much of a reaction. She just touched up her

why aren’t you saying anything?” Sarah looked at

pancake and asked, “Say

anger. “Why

softly. “I think you’re stupid. Didn’t you realize that Olivia is very similar to

Sarah was stunned.

the same hair length,

faces and only look at their backs, it’s easy to mistake one for the

my god. I wouldn’t have noticed if you

‘Olivia is just a substitute. Why are you so nervous?” Sarah was completely

in the cubicle and did not go out. Actually,

words. They clearly knew that she had gone to the washroom, but they

clearly said this on purpose for her

it was so

still filled with jealousy. It felt like fine needles stabbing

things that couldn’t

did Daniel

like a flood that had suddenly broken through the floodgates. There was no prior sign at all. One day there was nothing. The next day it was

he

of time, and they did

he so sure that she

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how those who had once loved her to the core

Olivia suddenly felt uncertain.

mother could hate her, and Gillian, who was like a sister to her, would push her

possible for Olivia to place her

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prepared by Michael were not

really liked to eat the spicy grilled fish. She had always been fond

the more

a piece for Daniel. She spoke as she placed it in his place. “Try it. It’s not

fish that was covered with a

why he wasn’t eating it when Winona, who was sitting on the other side, frowned and interrupted

eats

at Olivia and asked

grip on

that Daniel

don’t even

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

had a smile at the corner of her mouth. Her eyes were sparkling as if she was recalling the good old

to eat out together, the table would be full of dishes, but there would not be a

He didn’t eat spicy food, and he didn’t allow anyone else to eat spicy food. He didn’t even allow me to smell the spicy food. I couldn’t even eat anything that

them chatted

talking about their youth, discussing about their

had nothing

familiar with each

only she had

and intended to move the spicy dishes away from

so, he looked up at Michael and complained, “Michael, why did

apologized profusely, saying that he was muddle–headed and didn’t

these spicy dishes were not ordered by him

to why Sarah ordered so

Now, he finally understood.

Sarah had

Michael sighed inwardly.

women were

and glanced at Olivia. He felt sorry

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in the science arena. He heard that her family background was not bad either. She was quite compatible

Winona didn’t come back, Olivia would really be worthy of

Unfortunately, Winona had returned.

that Daniel didn’t like spicy food and foolishly picked up

What a silly girl.

Daniel would definitely be angry

his head, unable

to Daniel, then gestured to Gideon. “Hurry up and take away the plate with the spicy

she placed her

vegetables, so her plate was very clean. It only had a few

Hot

her plate with Daniel’s very naturally, as though

constricted as she slammed her

could speak, Daniel

picked up the spicy grilled fish on his plate and said in a puzzled tone, “Who

slowly ate the spicy grilled

him in shock, especially Michael, whose eyes were about to

doing? Daniel was actually

most surprised. She could barely maintain her composure as she

food. We’ve only met a few times and eaten a few times. Don’t pretend as if you know me

saying this, Daniel even moved to the side

he was not familiar with Winona at

not

was also happy. He moved his fork quickly and ate a few spicy dishes in

a serving or two of each of those

hand that was holding the fork and whispered to

obediently put down his

not let him eat it, he would

a sip

to everyone, “I’m going out for

strange silence descended across the dining

and Gideon widened their eyes

were

really ate spicy food. He even ate

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It was impressive!

the plate and then at Olivia. He was as shocked as Sarah and

interacted more with Daniel and often met him

Daniel did not eat spicy food and

could not

he

the self–control she had in her life to barely maintain her indifferent attitude. It took all her effort so that she did not just walk

her left hand, which was hidden under the table, clenched

Daniel!

much spice in order to go

angry at her for

been so many years, but he was still furious

help

much must he love

her to the core to eat half

feel as if someone had stabbed her with a knife and twisted it. Olivia sat there for a long

walked along the corridor and finally found him by the sinks in the

Olivia was about to speak when she realized that Daniel was

were red, as though he

a moment before she quickly realized that Daniel could not eat spice at all. That was why he had run to the

realized this, Olivia was

speechless. “If you can’t eat spicy food, you shouldn’t

with tears in his eyes. When he saw Olivia, he seemed to have found solace and reached out

Daniel shook his head firmly. “I want to do it for you. I can’t let you down,

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head on Olivia’s shoulder and rubbed his

like a kitten tickling

attention to what he was doing. She thought that it was an accident, but as time passed, he went

stopped and suddenly

his brain was used to develop his career, while the other half was used to

just a slight movement from her, he understood

she had stopped, he immediately

sharp eyes instantly

looked pitiful, like a big puppy wagging its tail

his head and deliberately turned to look at Olivia with teary

soft–hearted. When she saw this, her

your stomach hurt?” She frowned

hurt his stomach after

shook his head.

Olivia raised

where did

pointed at his red lips. His voice sounded sexy, as though he had

Olivia stared at him.

really wanted to push him

Olivia even tighter. “Oh no!

smacked a hand to her forehead and said in a helpless and doting tone, “Then,

a tone. He looked up and glanced at

he felt even

a ball of fire in his lower abdomen, sending

rubbed his head against Olivia’s neck and whispered,

looked down at the black watch on her

only 8

never seen Daniel sleep

“I ate spice today and my stomach feels uncomfortable. You know, when people feel uncomfortable, they 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

his head

for a moment, Olivia did not react. She did not come

felt a

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still found a way

find another topic. “Let’s

the ground and still did not

immediately became nervous. His heart tightened and he

tightly. Because of fear, his voice was intermittent. “Olivia, don’t be angry. I won’t make you

go. Don’t leave me behind!”

two sentences. He suppressed them in

was too

Olivia raised her hand and patted his handsome face. Her voice was

hearing Olivia’s voice, Daniel reacted as though he had woken up

dark eyes stared straight at Olivia, as though he wanted to

with so much force. There was an urge in

voice was low. “Don’t be angry with me. If I do anything wrong, tell me. You must tell

such a fragile Daniel before. Her heart ached

his back and said gently, “Why would I leave you? Have you forgotten

Daniel was

university. At that time, we did spend some time

head. His tone was gentle, seemingly able to move a person’s heart. “Olivia, don’t be fooled by them, and don’t care about Winona. In my heart, she can’t

Daniel did not give Olivia any chance to misunderstand what

Those evil people who wanted to sow discord between him and

found out about it, he would definitely teach

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 and the music didn’t stop. I didn’t have time to

her.

well–mannered young man. It was not in him to suddenly shake off his female companion. Moreover, there were too many people on the dance floor at

he a saint. He

hurt an

explaining about Winona,

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delicate

person, but her grandmother is really a kind and amiable old

was a child without a home when

family only paid attention to his uncle, who

child. His parents did not dote on him and they did not love him.

he was ignorant and incompetent. They despised him and compared him to his uncle. They said that there was

biological parents thought

and useless. The Sullivan family would be handed over to his uncle

didn’t like to go home, so he went to the Anderson

and smartest child in the world. It

to start his own

into a hole because of this. If they don’t love you, you can love yourself. If they don’t give it to you, you can start your own

that you will grow up crooked, and that you will become extreme and

not do as they

very eloquent and knew how to emphasize the

in by

this moment, she suddenly

pay attention to Sarah. I’ll tolerate her as much as I

He looked at Olivia as if she was a fool. “What

did

a

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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not return for a long time,

given him so much face that

event trending on Twitter, she knew that Daniel was

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a good understanding

a simplé engagement ceremony that would not blow up

made such a grand engagement, and that was to capture her attention. He wanted

she had returned from

temper. He definitely hated her for leaving without

face, anger her on purpose, and embarrass her in front of others. Before Winona returned to the country, she was already mentally prepared. She knew that she would be

her mind to endure everything and do her best

Daniel had gone

left with another woman and hadn’t returned for

she could no longer indulge him like this. She had to let him understand that her patience

continued to ignore her and tried to provoke her in this way again, she would really return

any longer, so she got up and

after her. “Winona, where are

was covered with frost. “Sarah, go and tell

she left

the restaurant and happened to see Winona’s departing figure. She looked surprised and asked, “What’s wrong? Why

be angry!” Sarah stomped her feet in frustration. Daniel had

when she saw that Daniel was engaged to Olivia, she thought

that

he finally got what he wanted and forced Winona to return to

embarrassed Winona, driving her away

in love, but they always hurt each other.

feet hard. “If it weren’t for Grandma, I wouldn’t have bothered with him. I’ll let him suffer

alright, don’t be angry anymore.” Emily comforted Sarah and pulled her back to

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quite a bit of alcohol. His eyes were red and he looked

Emily returning, he was quite

getting more and more outrageous. I can’t wait to see

you talking about?” Gideon

deliberately trying to provoke Winona. Didn’t you notice that Olivia looks very similar to Winona?” “Look similar to her?”

replied, “Her temperament does look a little

is trying to find a woman who looks just like Winona and then intentionally gets close to

so?” Gideon didn’t see it,

Winona left, she had never seen any women around Daniel,

be doing it

had a lingering sense that something

had disappeared without a trace since his arrest. Emma was

had completely

she was getting weaker day by day, lacking in energy, and spending as much

to several hospitals, but

for Amelia to relax and not to

Amelia was suffering from sadness and depression, so he told William to stop

William did not believe it. He felt that Amelia’s condition wasn’t

servants to keep an eye on Amelia to prevent her

always times when

Amelia still saw it.

laughing at the same time. “Samuel is missing, Emma is in jail, yet

born to defy her parents and

her eyes were red and her

due to her excessive agitation, after her

never woke

doctors, but they were all helpless against

Taylor families were gathered together. Even Maddie was here, they were all

overseas?” Cathy held Amelia’s hand

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already invited the top medical team overseas to take a look,

do then?”

as usual. Only his tie

his pocket, he tugged at his

but his aura

off his tie and threw it on the sofa. Suddenly, he raised his eyes and looked straight at Maddie. Maddie’s heart skipped a beat as

fell into silence as soon as he finished

was

“Will she help us now that we’ve reached this point? Moreover, I’ve never seen her save anyone, and I’m uncertain about

glanced at Cathy. “I will do my best to save my mother,

an irresistible might, “So, you all should not interfere, obstruct me, or

his hand toward Maddie and said, “Aunt, give

looked at

not rested for a few days and nights. Despite his tall stature,

the entire Taylor family’s burdens placed

had to take care of his erratic father, and his

help from him, but not a

hesitated. “Olivia hates you all. If you don’t look for her and just distance yourself from her, she might forgive you in a few

look for her now and think of a way to force her to appear and save your mother, she might

very clear–minded and

knew that Samuel and Amelia were the ones who had wronged

not actually do anything. At most, he

side was his parents, and the other was

that these children

nieces and nephews, treating them as if they

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

a little red. “I’ll go and beg. Even if she wants my life, I’ll do it.

Maddie stopped talking.

child valued responsibility too much. He carried the entire burden of the Taylor

phone,

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of drawing with Andrew when she received a

didn’t think too much and answered the call

she picked it up, she

raised her eyebrows slightly with

This person was

the Taylor family had reached this point, there

there was nothing important, he would have never called

why did he call

switched hands to answer the phone, leaving her right hand free to draw

attention was not entirely focused

tone was very

her lips and sneered. “Mr. Taylor, no need to be so polite. If you have something

of the window into the distance. After a while, he said calmly, “Ms. Taylor, may I ask you a

“Yeah,” she replied.

returned to the

she heard his question, the tip of her colored pen paused, leaving a large green

her stroke, and the green

stunned. He clapped

suddenly softened. She leaned over and kissed the little guy on

obediently nodded and ran upstairs with the drawing paper in

of the little turtle and hang it in

Olivia

to her senses and continued her phone

understood William’s

arises between giving birth to goodness and nurturing goodness, she would tend

although Amelia’s actions were a little overboard, it was

its own length, let alone a child

of interaction and exchange

spoke calmly, but her tone was firm. “Of course, I’m leaning towards Grandpa Isaac. He raised me and

Taylor, since you also made this choice, it means that human nature is like this. Therefore, our mother’s choice is not wrong. She just dotes on

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with that?”

nodded. “Actually, I’ve never

very rational person. From the beginning to the end, she never blamed Amelia for being biased. She

that her biological mother was

right from wrong, could not see the difference between

me enough, and I don’t love

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 have to insult

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 back down.

was that? Was it because she gave birth to me, so

stranger, even if she wanted to side with Emma, she would find a way to seek reconciliation, offer money and gifts, and compromise to

is she so arrogant when it comes to me? Is it all because I’m her

slander my reputation, and even wanted to use public opinion to intimidate me. Every single one of

things were illegal? No matter how powerful the Taylor family is, they can’t surpass

birth to me and

don’t believe that you don’t understand this!” Olivia said coldly. “It’s you who went all out and told me that human nature is like this. Isn’t

nature would not take the

claim that human nature is so base that it justifies harming her own

must forgive her? I want to ask, if she hurt someone else, at random stranger in the world, do you have the

to

powerful and resonant. They were like sharp blades

his

to hate them

tightened and his lips trembled violently. He knew that every word he had said hurt

saw Amelia

the end, he hardened

you think

Olivia suddenly wanted to laugh. “William, are you never–ending with this? Amelia has

“Mom told you to surrender and stay in the Taylor family for

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said one by one, “Emma has already paid the price for

at Grandpa’s birthday banquet and echoed Emma’s words, but you didn’t suffer any substantial harm. Instead, it was Mom

coercion on you through Twitter. Dad was the mastermind behind it and has already received

Olivia was silent.

of this, William softened his tone. “Olivia, I’m not forcing you. I just want to tell you the whole story. I want to tell you what Mom has done for

ten months of pregnancy. That night, she bled profusely and her body was severely deficient. It took her five years to recover

trust the nanny. She stayed up with you every night, and during

The pain of losing her daughter made her suffer

and hurt you. I won’t hide this because this is the truth, but you can’t

you for five years,” William

You can decide for yourself if you want to save

hung up

Taylor for several months because of

Taylor, is soft–hearted and benevolent.

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lives and helping the injured. She specially

conscience, and the Smith

in front of the world, no longer in its previous state

Smith family hospital began to create accounts on various social networks,

flowers

just a few days, the Smith family’s reputation resounded

had never come into contact with the Smith family widened their eyes in

They couldn’t believe it.

didn’t expect that there was actually such an ancient medical family

fantasized about the Hushe Republic’s medical skills in novels. Now that the Smith family had appeared, it completely fulfilled the netizens‘

all left

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

seen the news?”

team from Bruce Hospital in

cardiovascular specialists‘ team from Dunwall is on

brain surgery specialist in Mala, Dr. Moss, is

excited that my heart is pounding. Who is this the Smith family? They can actually invite so many big shots

the Smith family, I know Olivia Taylor. She’s the young female scientist who won the Lasker Award. So, she’s the head of the Smith family. No

you think the name Olivia Taylor sounds a little familiar? I feel like I’ve heard it somewhere

This is the fiancée of 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 people in everything. The young richest man and the young head of the ancient medical

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the phone, William held the phone and a hint

said he

despite the fact that outside newspapers and news reported that Olivia had no connection to the Taylor family by blood,

many people who

those who knew her background wouldn’t say anything on the surface,

consider her as having a questionable character and may not have

had just taken over the Smith family not long ago, which was renowned for its medical

Smith family’s leader was ruthless and heartless, refusing to save a family member, it would cause a huge blow to

really cold–hearted toward the Taylor family and did not care about Amelia, she still had to think about the

was confident that Olivia would agree to

The Sullivan family.

on the sofa and stared at her phone in a daze. No

and

conversation on the

had suffered, Daniel felt terrible from the bottom of his

felt a sour and

any longer,

at all, no matter how grievous

the thought of Olivia suffering made

a knife wound to himself, but he couldn’t stand Olivia

do what you want to do.” Daniel leaned on her shoulder and comforted her. “Andrew and I

Andrew ran over from upstairs

with

saw Andrew, Olivia’s expression suddenly improved. She lowered her head and touched the little guy’s forehead. Her tone was

said, making his agreement

came over and brought Andrew upstairs to

touched Olivia’s cheek and knew that she must

“Don’t be afraid. I’ll go to

everything with

a moment, raised an eyebrow, and then said, “What are you talking about? Who said I’m going to

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shoulders stiffened, looking a little dumb. It took him a long time to recover and said, “Y–You don’t care about

smiled and lightly played with Daniel’s fingers. Her tone was calm, neither fast nor slow, yet it carried a coldness that was like wind and thunder. “Do you think I’ve completely given up on the Taylor family and

and said in a serious tone, “No matter what choice you make or what you want to do, I will support you

have to tell you. If you don’t save Mrs. Taylor, some people in the Evervale circle who know

Daniel. “What about you?

and said firmly, “I will always stand by your

the rumors that say I’m heartless, it’s so easy to resolve.

need to resolve it from the source and not let the rumors spread.

since she was young. No matter what she learned, she understood it

a skill with difficulty, she could learn ten or even a hundred skills with ease. She also knew how to plot and scheme, she just chose not to use them, but that

William think that a phone call to interrogate her about her humanity would provoke her to make

could be

respectfully, she might be more likely

method she

could be threatened. She had her own way of doing things and did not care about

whether to save Amelia or not, she had her

could

Olivia sat in a large and comfortable

paper:

“Smith family”

and a cold light flashed in

good opportunity and time for the Smith family

a few calls

from all over the world set off for the Hushe Republic to go

the same time, news began to

the Smith family’s connections to invite famous doctors from all over the world to the Hushe Republic to

the Smith family is not related to the Taylor family by blood, she has shared a mother–daughter relationship with Amelia Taylor for several months because of

of the Smith family, Olivia Taylor, is soft–hearted and benevolent. She upholds the

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She specially hired world–renowned doctors to consult

a conscience, and the Smith family was hailed

in front of the world, no longer in its previous

accounts on various social networks, including Twitter, public accounts, short

were like flowers blooming

few days, the Smith family’s reputation resounded throughout

into contact with

They couldn’t believe it.

there was actually such an ancient medical

they had always fantasized about the Hushe Republic’s medical skills in novels.

all left s on

sleep. There’s really a medical family in our country.” “That’s right, that’s right. I didn’t know about

seen

team from Bruce Hospital in Fesmuowana is heading

specialists‘ team from Dunwall is

specialist in Mala, Dr. Moss, is

the Smith family? They can actually invite so many big shots in the medical world. They’re too

Taylor. She’s the young female scientist who won the Lasker Award. So, she’s the head of the Smith family. No wonder

Olivia Taylor sounds a little familiar? I feel like I’ve heard

Miss Taylor, Olivia Taylor!” “Oh my god, oh my god. Indeed, outstanding people still have to be with outstanding people in everything. The young richest man and the young head of the ancient medical family, what a

novels and television dramas

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in Layfield immediately became a hot topic. Those who lived nearby and frequently visited the Smith family

eyes, the Smith family

knew that this hospital was exceptionally skilled in acupuncture, and there was an elderly traditional doctor with the surname Smith whose medical skills were

Isaac Smith was actually the

Twitter were filled

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

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 doctors who had previously recommended surgery, saying that

not that they’re not good at medicine, but Dr. Smith

to none. He’s already so powerful, but he still stays in a small place and treats ordinary

a respectable

a

really hope that Doctor Smith will wake

hope Doctor Smith wakes

into prayers for Isaac to wake up as soon as

“Grandpa, did you hear that? Everyone is looking forward to you waking up, so please wake up

family had reappeared, Olivia was also

institute was very

outstanding, as bodyguards and due to gender differences, it was not convenient for them to

legitimate identity, who won’t raise suspicion or be seen

and will arrive in an hour.” Peter handed over

Olivia nodded and did not pay much attention to it. She did not even open the

after meeting the person, Olivia nearly dropped her cup, showing an

composure.

is it

it’s me. You didn’t expect this, did you, Olivia?” The charming girl

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wheedled. “I miss you so much. I miss you

was

in school? Why

you.” The girl’s voice was clear. “I’ve already transferred to the Drama Academy. In

not help but have a headache. “That’s

she enter

was very

had been kidnapped and sold to a couple

had a good character, but she

next, Olivia did not

Kelly called her and said that she had made a mistake

At that time, Kelly’s mother had brought

but she already had a very

thought that her adoptive mother did not take good care of her. Later, she realized that something was wrong, so she taught the little girl to protect herself and taught her a lot about the physiology of

Olivia wasn’t too sure. She was just a little suspicious. She told the little girl these things because she wanted her to protect herself just in

Unexpectedly, it really worked.

mother was not at home. The little girl was sitting alone on a chair, holding a knife,

making sure that the little girl was not injured, Olivia walked towards the

she saw the man

handled the situation, she sent the little girl to the research institute through

such a big incident, so she sent her to the psychiatrist to

Kelly had a very high IQ but also suffered from severe psychological issues,

the little girl was still too young, she could not

and she had a resilient spirit. The psychiatrist had to spend a lot of effort to barely break

disadvantageous for

body was already filled with a sense

personally visited the research institute to communicate with Kelly and tell her to strive to live

tilted her head and asked her, “What’s the use of learning skills? Can

learn skills, you can

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forever.

heavily. “I’ll work hard

forever.

hoped that she could find a stable job. Olivia sat on the sofa, and the joy of seeing Kelly had disappeared, leaving only coldness. Seeing this, Kelly did not dare to act coquettishly. She let go of Olivia and

an adult. You said that when I

moment. Her eyes gradually warmed, and the sharp aura around

everyone was independent. No one could make decisions

in the name of being a good

Kelly wanted to enter the entertainment

would be able to

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along with William, was

the past two days, he had been staying by Amelia’s bedside without sleep. His phone had been full of battery, afraid that he

phone was

that in less than three days, Olivia

went upstairs to Amelia’s room and saw William, who looked exhausted but had surprisingly bright

knew that William was waiting for

doctors gathered around the Hushe Republic, Maddie could not help but

pressure, but she did not expect her to have such a

opportunity to make the Smith

in

too smart and amazing. If only she hadn’t gotten lost, with her in the Taylor family, their

Olivia

total of ten top medical teams from different countries had all set off at the same time

patted his shoulder. “Don’t

to

softly and took the phone over. She opened a page and handed it to William. “Take a look

did not understand what was going on. When he received the phone and saw the

fixedly. When he spoke, his lips

This…”

a medical team here. Get ready

slumped, and his eyes gradually became deathly still. “She…

finish speaking,

days, she had been staying at the Taylor family’s residence due to her concern for her daughter, so

with a serious

there was one thing that she could not figure out. Why did William have such high expectations for

Isaac’s granddaughter, medicine was different from wealth and items. It could not be directly passed down to the next generation and had to be learned through education and experience. Olivia was still so young, and her major in university was not medicine either. Was her medical skills really that

skill really that amazing? Can she truly save your mother?”

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asked.

said, “It was Isaac himself who said

into joy. She could not help but reach out and grab William’s sleeve. “So,

“There’s an 80%

nodded and turned

was stunned for a moment before quickly

jaw hard to control her expression and said,

said, “No, I didn’t ask you to invite

called out,

and do everything you can.” Cathy’s tone was sharp. “I know you

explain. It was not that she did not want to save her sister but it wasn’t the right time. Olivia was

world were about to arrive. Instead of confronting

might still be a

speak,

ruthless? Amelia is your own sister!” Cathy was furious, pointing at

of steps from the slap before she could

did not raise her head. She just lowered her eyes and covered

to support Maddie. He then frowned and looked at Cathy. “Grandma, what does this have to do with

aunt whenever something happened to

William was born to Amelia, he

life, no family, and no children of her own. Her entire life revolved around the people in

his mother, almost everything required Maddie’s

manager

and her tone was firm. “Don’t worry about it. She’s Amelia’s sister, and she

if nothing happens to Amelia. But if something really happens, I won’t consider

firm tone made William

harsh

have to do with Maddie?

his aunt when

It was Maddie’s hand.

the previous head inauguration ceremony of the Smith family, Olivia said

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mean to use this reason to have

Maddie nodded. “Yes.”

it possible?”

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

looked down on

method, he chose to use

coercion.

as proud and powerful as Olivia

William suddenly understood.

through, he suddenly thought

tone and requested the Smith family head’s assistance in providing medical treatment for

Seeing this, Maddie smiled.

her mother, Cathy. After hearing Blake’s positive response and his assurance to contact the family head, she

even look at Cathy or say

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had personally come from Layfield to

crossed and her arms on the table. She looked down and said calmly, “Did William

“Mr. Taylor called. He said that he was

her gaze back to the orchids beside the desk and nodded.

not say a

the stool opposite Olivia. She had her arms lowered respectfully and her

Blake had become more and more cautious when it came to Olivia. Blake did not dare

being hypnotized. She seemed to have become a much

no longer treated the older of the Smith family as intimately as before. Instead,

right.” Olivia pinched the orchid leaves on the table and suddenly thought of

and Gillian were young, there were two people responsible for taking care of them. One of them was

was a little older.

her own daughters. She was very tolerant

it was Blake who

She would remind the girls to wear more clothes when the weather was cold and keep hydrated when

young and lively. She always

being very close to

later on, Zelen suddenly disappeared

this person as if

Zelen, Blake was stunned.

“You remember now?”

instantly tore off a long orchid

it between her fingers. Then, she looked up

about Zelen? Who

hypnotize me and make me forget

tone was calm, but Blake was scared out of her

and wanted to explain, but she did 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 why she suddenly disappeared. But I’m sure she doesn’t have any

Olivia tapped her fingertips on the table and

said, “The matters of the main 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 previous head will personally tell the next

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were left unexplained. Miss, please wait a little longer. After a while, the main family will send someone over.

After a while, she looked up and ordered, “You can

left, Daniel

and massaged her temples. His voice was gentle. “What’s

in a low voice, “I hate it when

massaging for

opened her eyes

returned to normal. He lowered his head

strange. My memory has always been very good. I remember everything after I was five years old. However, before I was five years old,

about my parents‘ names, who my family was,

a five–year–old child was already in kindergarten. An elite family like the Taylors would tell their daughter over and over again where her home was, who her parents were, and the family phone

Olivia could not re these

Speaking of this, t

forgotten because I was too

I realized that my memories before

amazed.

Olivia nodded. “the Wilco

a special hypnosis

“Are you so

young. After the

tone was firm. “I’ve already undone the

you? Or was it because of the second hypnosis superposition

shook his head. “I undid

to do it too?” This time, Daniel was even more

few hypnosis

moment, Daniel didn’t know what to say. After a while, he said, “You learned it just like

think?” Olivia answered with a question. “Hypnosis isn’t that difficult. I just need to

Olivia made sound easy.

say. He was afraid that if he said too much, it would make

was smart, he was still shocked by

was at a

become the richest man in the country. How come he still felt a little inferior and lack of confidence when he was with

no, he had to work harder. Otherwise,

single famous doctor from all over the world could treat Amelia. No matter what test they ran or how they checked, they could not find the

William called Blake again.

the phone to Olivia.

with pain and begging. “Ms.

please.”

finally softened his attitude and was no longer high and mighty. He realized that Olivia was no longer the Taylor family’s girl.

head of the Smith family. She no longer had anything to do

the Taylor

Taylor.” William’s

to the study window and looked at the layers of

.

herself. It was time to find out the

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house, Sophia just finished wiping Amelia’s body. When Sophia came out of the room, she saw William

great. I’ll

that Olivia

“William is so anxious that he lost his mind. What kind of medical skills could Olivia possibly have? She is probably fooling William

that Olivia was the most scheming kind of person. Taking advantage

couldn’t do

room and told

was very happy about it. “She’s really coming! That’s great. That’s great. Amelia could be saved.” Sophia pulled a long

saw that Sophia was not in

have something to tell you. But I’m not sure

sat on the sofa and sized up Sophia. Then, Cathy

of the door. After that, she turned around and closed the door properly. After that, she approached Cathy and said, “Mrs. Taylor, you have to be wary

going on?”

Taylor, you don’t know this. But I’ve always been by Madam’s side, and I know everything about the relationship

Cathy frowned in disbelief.

Moreover, although she had not seen Olivia many times, he did not look

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 and

shocked. She quickly calmed her down and poured

drank half a glass of water before he recovered. He frowned and

still going

“Of course, Olivia has to treat Amelia, and she has to treat Amelia well. Otherwise, Olivia

Olivia came with Kelly.

a high ponytail at the back of her beautiful head, and she was

attire made her look less sexy and girly, but it added to her unique

not help but

girl was

William’s gaze, Kelly tilted her head and looked at him with her

frowned and

looked away, Kelly’s charming

was like a flame falling into the water. The charm disappeared

Her thick dark eyelashes covered her eyes, as well as

and warned herself that now was not the

time. She had to wait until the day

the people who had

to have thought of something, and a trace

were

middle of the living room with a walking stick in his hand. He thought he

Her gaze did not turn in his direction for even a second. Olivia walked past

Olivia’s actions. He was surprised that

a moment, he was embarrassed and his

Olivia was

Olivia was in charge of the Smith family. She also had connections with the Sullivan family. She really thought she was

like that young people were

This girl had just succeeded and was already so arrogant.

themselves by their medical skills. Olivia was still young, so she was probably bragging too much. Maybe her actual medical skills were not good

if Olivia’s medical skills were good, and she was proud of

there was the

Now that Olivia was young and beautiful, the man doted on her. When a better and more beautiful woman

be the most

day, Olivia

snorted coldly and asked the butler to help him take

not care about these

for the day that Olivia went down and

care,

Olivia.

“Stop

walking and continued

take it

William could only whisper to Olivia, “Ms. Taylor, please wait a

stairs. She turned her head

to raise her head to see

and said, “Come down. It’s outrageous. I’m an older. How can you let me look up at you to

tapped her fingertips on the circular decoration on the

“I’m trying to help you stay healthy.” “What

replied, “It’s good for your cervical vertebrae

you look up.”

Olivia. Cathy said coldly, “I’m not going to argue with you about the

it.” Olivia’s tone was gentle, but she had no intention of

took a deep breath and said coldly, “Can you

promise. Otherwise, what

was not at ease with

shook her

choked. She did not expect Olivia to say

was cold. “It’s fine if you can

“Then you’re the one who harmed Amelia. Who knew what you wanted to do to Amelia? You hate her

William. She said in a mocking tone, “What’s going

choked and was

and went downstairs. As she walked, she said, “What kind of people would blame someone else every time bad things happen

up and stared at William. “What a

this, Cathy was so angry that her chest heaved violently, and

looked more shameless than

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Olivia immediately walked outside.

“Who cares whether or not Cathy

they want everything

He lowered his voice and begged for a long time. It was

to the trouble. Do you really want Mom to

the words she had in mind. She looked at Olivia without saying a

body. She took out a box of silver needles and prepared to insert a needle into

as he looked at the box of silver needles.

long. They were twice as

to himself, “This thing won’t end up hurting

was very concerned, but he only raised his head and glanced at

take it anymore. She was scared out of her wits and wanted to step forward

hugged her and dragged her out. He pleaded in a low voice, saying,

he spoke, he carried Cathy to the door and

knocked on the door, it

not help but exclaim, “Oh golly. Mrs. Green,

sharp pain in her chest and slumped to the

got the servants to carry the unconscious Cathy back to her room, while she hurriedly

she spoke, she said, “Oh no, Mr. Ronald. Olivia is going to kill Mrs. Taylor.

ten minutes, he arrived at the Taylor family’s home. Sophia

he strode in with a displeased expression. “What

silver needle is longer than a cup. It looks like a nail. Olivia took

He said, “Where’s William? He

Mr. William seems to be

muddle–headed!” Ronald said as he ran

going over just like that? Mr. William

What if he gets

stopped in his

said, “You’re right. This is the Taylor family’s territory. I don’t have

thinking for a moment, the corners of Ronald’s mouth curled up, and

said, “I’ve got a way to deal with this situation!” He thought to himself, “I can catch Olivia

acupuncture therapy to Amelia? I’ll break her hands then. Let’s

hint of cold malice

said, “Do you have any handy sticks

of the stick she was about

as he shook his head. “It’s too long. I want to

about a rolling

replied, his

get it.”

pin. It was

it in his hand, gave it a little shake, nodded, and

that, he concealed the rolling

he strode to the door of Amelia’s room, knocked, and said, “William!

at Ronald appraisingly and enjoined in a low voice, “Uncle,

“I’ll go in and take a

he spoke, he bent over and squeezed in. While William was closing the door, he suddenly lunged

the rolling pin in his right hand and fiercely struck toward

hurt Amelia, huh? I’ll break

family, which has a long–standing reputation in

movement behind him, William turned around.

raised high and holding a wooden stick, moved fiercely toward

had his back facing them. She was staring at Amelia with full concentration. Her

could not be disturbed. This time, the acupuncture session was very risky. It required complete focus and concentration without any

William thought, “Oh crap!”

intervene, but he simply could

when he was in despair, Kelly suddenly stood in front of Olivia and

sneakers. Her movements were nimble, as if she did

to have been hit by a heavy hammer. He

but it was smashed into pieces

stunned for a moment. He then saw Ronald

he called out and quickly went over

was cold and indifferent as she said, “Go call an ambulance.

at Kelly. He

said, “You…” He thought to himself, “How could such a simple kick be

was an adult male who was over 5 feet and 10 inches tall, while Kelly was not even 5 feet and 7

William not taking action, Kelly leaned forward and looked into the depths of his eyes, saying, “He actually dares to lay hands on Olivia in front of me. He’s really courting death! I show mercy this time. If he were

and gives in to all of you, but

ambulance arrived very quickly

afterward, William learned about the

the bones did not penetrate his lungs. needed to recuperate for a period of

He just

hearing that Ronald had broken two ribs, William instinctively looked up and glanced

said two broken ribs, and it’s

the

thought of something. She then continued, “Oh, by the way, I want to take some blood samples from Mrs. Taylor

thought, “Medicine

He was surprised.

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merely took a short period of time before Amelia regained consciousness. She was

the bed. Facing the pitch–black room, she was a

“Water,” she softly murmured.

been keeping watch by Amelia’s bedside. When she saw Amelia regain consciousness, she was overjoyed. She immediately got up and quickly poured a

finally awake!” she

half a glass of water before

me?” she asked

had fluctuated intensely, and a

vision went

not know anything that

explained to her everything that had happened during the period

unconscious.

not help but ask, “Are

said, “That’s right, but she’s particularly heartless. She didn’t want come 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

mention of Olivia, Amelia was no longer as excited as before. Instead, she was calm and

lost consciousness, I mentioned Olivia with such righteous anger, almost

I so

my previous emotions, and I don’t know why

to have lost my sanity and clouded my judgment. I’m completely not clear–headed, and I’m like a mad

a role in causing Emma to be imprisoned, but ultimately, it’s Emma’s own actions that have led to her

actually resorted to using public opinion to threaten and pressure

accept is that I actually agreed

wondering why

important as Emma in Amelia’s heart. After all, Emma had

did not go so far as to hold extreme hatred for Olivia

Emma.

abnormal as she often could not control her

to assess Amelia’s emotional state. She told Amelia something to gauge her emotional state. “Mrs. Taylor, Olivia will come again tomorrow to treat

hearing that Olivia would come again, Amelia’s

clear–headed. She considered herself to

or Samuel’s matter, she believed that Olivia could not be

could not be said that those matters had nothing to do with Olivia either. After all, if it

her eyes. She seemed

her eyes again, her eyes no longer

had already

were Samuel and Emma,

to let go

had more than thirty years of marital bond with Samuel. Although Samuel did not make something of himself and sometimes

situation applies not only to the four major families. It even applies to those men who are

he has remained faithful and committed

the three years when she had a mental breakdown, it was Samuel who watched over her day and night. To help alleviate her condition, he even brought

Olivia, Samuel wouldn’t have gone missing, and we wouldn’t have lost

my biological child, she shows genuine respect and care for me. She is always by my side, taking care

be a

my condition.

Amelia could not bring herself to act as if nothing had happened and maintain a peaceful relationship with

unfair

not let

could only give up on Olivia, even though Olivia was once the child she

open it. She merely looked at it in a daze. Daniel came in from outside. He was dressed in a

in leisurely, sat down beside Olivia, and cast a casual glance, asking, “What’s this?” Seeing Daniel, Olivia leaned her head on his shoulder and rubbed it against his shoulder affectionately. She did not

it, he opened it and found that it was filled with information about Emma

test between Emma and Samuel as well as how Samuel and Evelyn got

were also many family photos of the three of them inside. The three of them would

of them chatted and laughed, appearing to be a perfectly happy family. Those who did not know the inside story had no idea that this was

suddenly became profound like an

very

who saw this information would not be able to remain

daughter of her father’s mistress. Just thinking about

gentle as a spring breeze in March as he said,

felt that the statement lacked sufficient emotional

to do

out his phone and called

in his room when the children’s

“It’s Daddy!” he thought.

a childish voice, “Daddy went out, huh?” Zoe was momentarily taken aback by the

“He’s in

really don’t understand. He’s at home, so

to the study again. Just as he pushed open the door, Daniel waved at him. There was a hint of dissatisfaction in Daniel’s

no attention to his father. Instead, he immediately pounced into Olivia’s arms,

mood instantly improved. She hugged the little one, kissed him, and asked, “Have you finished

was incredibly well–behaved and sweet. He said, “I missed you, so I came over

“What a

up and walked out of the study, saying, “How about we go paint

“Sure,” Andrew replied loudly.

was left alone sitting on the

thought, “What’s

left behind,

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family’s house, the driver was driving in the front, while Kelly sat beside Olivia, keeping her head

head and looked out of the window. Her gaze was indifferent,

she said, “It’s not necessarily a must to

disappointed in the Taylor family, and she no longer had any expectations, so it did

it was also because of this that her patience with the Taylor family had diminished significantly. She really

regained consciousness. In the past, Olivia was very patient and could endure it. endure

Olivia would immediately throw the folder at

However, she could not

not necessarily mean that she would actually throw the folder at

“I’ll hold

Olivia nodded.

they found it surprisingly quiet. Amelia did not act crazily. She was very quiet, so much so that she did

sat steadily on

Olivia performed the acupuncture therapy on her, she even thanked

Taylor, thank you,”

was holding a silver needle stopped moving. She said in a low voice, “You’re

while. Amelia looked at William and said, “William, go out

was not at

that Amelia would do something that could not be easily controlled, just like what

She said,

he gave in. He could only nod helplessly and

“Got it,” Amelia said.

at Kelly, who was behind Olivia. Seeing that Kelly had no intention of leaving, Amelia chose

Taylor,” Amelia said. Her voice was very gentle. “Can I

a thoughtful expression. Others could not discern what was in her mind. Upon hearing this, she

gaze was gentle and

She had never

years.

since you were found, both Samuel and Emma have done a lot of things to hurt you. I

eyelashes trembled slightly.

born, you were a tiny and chubby bundle, not to mention incredibly adorable. You’re very obedient and smart.

it’s a pity…” Amelia’s voice trailed off, and it was faintly choked. She continued, “It’s a pity that our mother–daughter bond was short–lived. Perhaps

“I really hope that we, as mother and daughter, can reunite, but there are too many conflicts

daughter. Although she didn’t come out of my womb, she lives in my heart. I know she has done many wrong things

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,

Amelia took a deep breath and suppressed the intense emotions that welled up in her chest before she continued, “So, our previous mother–daughter

your mother, and you’re no longer my daughter. Let’s just treat each other as strangers.” Olivia raised her gaze. Her attractive eyes, which were similar to Amelia’s, were

say anything. She just looked

gaze. She lowered her head and continued, “I gave birth to you and you 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 no longer treat Olivia as a

have a short–lived connection, so there was no point in getting

fingers

to speak, but

felt especially long. Every minute

period of time,

voice, which was soft and gentle, yet incredibly resolute. “As you

Amelia’s vision darkened. Her body suddenly stiffened and

stuffing

her emotions fluctuated dramatically and she

used at

“The preparation doesn’t go

stabilized, Olivia handed the medicine bottle to her and

calm your emotions. It’s harmless to the body. If you feel physically unwell or your emotions become too intense, you

did not say anything. She just held the medicine bottle tightly in

It was

guidelines that required careful adherence. She

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

waiting for a while, Kelly rushed down from upstairs and explained as she

and

door and asked if she wanted to eat yogurt that she recovered from her daze. “It’s okay,” Amelia said. “I want to

on her slippers. Just as she was about

head and glanced at it. It

“What’s this?” she thought.

moment. Suddenly,

like she

have

call Olivia and have her come back to retrieve it. Unexpectedly, the string that was tied

was a group photo of Samuel,

Amelia’s pupils contracted intensely.

as a cover for his affair with Evelyn. He lost Olivia near

advantage of 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

paternity test report between

of them are father and daughter” was the last sentence. Amelia thought to herself, “So that’s how it

too much of her calming medication. Her emotions were remarkably tranquil at the moment. There was no shock and

well.” Amelia seemed to suddenly have an epiphany. She quickly rummaged through

find all

piled them on the floor. There were about a few hundred

single one of them was

through them one by one, comparing them as she went. It was only when she had looked at

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