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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attention on the younger granddaughter because

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

shot.

play up to others? Isn’t it good to let others come

Her grandfather was a miracle doctor, and

the elder granddaughter, she would go all out to study medicine and become

that case, those big shots would take

great it

and wishing to be liked, why not work hard to improve herself and let others

like to become a big shot myself.” Gillian was already speechless. She was

as if she was escaping without

night, their faces

that they would meet a high–ranking official on this trip, Gillian had

Painting Association organized

all recommended by the association’s internal

for Doris.

a large–scale competition, it had

to

taken in as a disciple by the teacher, Doris would have great success

would have a sudden rise

state of excitement. She had

returned to her residence. As soon as she entered the door, she

Ernesto was back.

such a wide network. You even know

stunned. Then, the corners of

know a teacher from the Painting Association. That teacher

Association

teacher was Olivia’s

the teacher, she was

sadly. “No, I don’t know any teacher, but

Ernesto raised his eyebrows.

“Back 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 just wanted

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so he only

said this, Gillian’s shoulders could not help

that time. It still stung her whenever

Olivia?” Ernesto raised his eyebrows. Your grandfather has indeed gone too far in this matter. You are both his

to blame. Why must she want one disciple only? So what harm could it bring if she took both of

angry and

I have to look into Mrs. Liebsig now.” Saul took out his phone and searched Rose

in the Hushe Republic for almost a month, Saul had already had a grip on

search.

he encountered any doubts,

entered Rose’s full name, and soon, her information

Husheni was not

lineal

Saul suddenly cried out in

said she would only want one disciple,

the line. She’s a

the pen paused, and he subconsciously looked

face flushed red as if it was on

know if she was more

years

wanting one disciple? It was just Rose’s excuse that she looked down

another two disciples five years later if she wanted

still crowing at the side, angrily

every word he said, Gillian looked more

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

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listening for fun. She was not very interested in

the main character of the gossip came to visit that

was a very

stunned for a second when she

smiled. “Good evening. I guess you’re Doris’s sister,

you looking

and a look of desire

going up. I’ll leave Doris to finish

The painting competition?

for a second. How did Bettany know about

this was a niche competition. It was an internal competition organized by

mainly held to choose

the result of the competition was not the point. What mattered was whether any teacher took a fancy

Bettany explained, “I’ve read Doris’s Facebook

Facebook status?

two words, she immediately realized she had been blocked and could

phone over and gestured for Olivia to take

all Doris’s

status of her participation in the competition, but she also

day and now acts like a painter who

gaze swept across it

did not change, but her understanding

and contempt did not

could tell the character of

was superficial

phone to Bettany and asked her what

a lot

this is my experience in many years of painting and color mixing. It’s not as good as the professional, but it should be helpful. Please give it to Doris for me. I hope it can be of some help to

Doris can on it.” After she finished

flashed across Bettany’s face. “Doris probably doesn’t have time. Well,

a warm–hearted person. When she heard Bettany say this,

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D

took over the notebook

barely suppressed her frustration and said in a deep voice,

mean

not

but she could feel that Doris’s work was far

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

Doris sneered.

casually took it over and threw it on the desk without even flipping through

school student. What made her think she

afraid that Bettany would

these over again.”

and glanced

clear, but for some reason, Doris felt an inexplicable

Her fingertips trembled uncontrollably.

moved her lips. She wanted to say something but could not speak a single word, no matter how

she had fully recovered, Olivia had already

hell!” Doris was so mad that she kicked

the notebook and

home was across the

less than two minutes, she

entered, she saw no one in the

Is anybody home?” Olivia put the

a panicked voice came from the door, and Talia ran out

and she looked

“You’re from the Taylor family

Talia for two seconds, and she looked around imperceptibly. Finally, she pointed at the notebook on the table and said, “This is Bettany’s notebook. I brought it back

hurriedly and started to show her the door. “Alright, I see. Thank you.

on the doorknob, she was halfway through the door when she suddenly turned

all over and could not stop

was mentally weak. It seemed it took her forever to speak

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

ground. Judging from its height and compared to the other two shadows, it should be leaning against

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Olivia was very vigilant.

there was also a broken

had happened to

happened and

father.” Saying it, Talia quickly turned around and gestured for Tucker to come out. “Tucker, come out quickly.” Following Talia’s call, a middle–aged man in a suit and leather shoes walked out of the small room. The man did not look handsome and had slightly grown stout. However, his successful career

calmer than Talia. He even had a smile on his face, looking like

I’m here to see her. I’m not a bad

Tucker’s words and even walked to Tucker’s side, looking like she trusted

gaze to look at the shadow at the door of the small room

the ground?” Tucker did not

tilted her head and gestured for

said firmly, “You drugged her. What are you going to do? Are

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

“Shut up!” Tucker scolded.

be more stupid, wondering how she could admit it when others

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

Was he threatening her?

afraid of threats. If the other side spoke nicely to her,

never compromise

did not even bother to pay attention to Tucker. She directly

who had rushed over excitedly to

inside the room, witnessed everything. He was so angry that he

covered with

counter, but it didn’t move or wasn’t damaged at all. On

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locked herself in the room and trembled as she

of Rose

was

her fourth disciple that year, whose surname was Taylor. Five years later, she took

an exclusive interview

in her first disciple, she had already thought of taking in seven

she liked

squatted on the ground and

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

was painting when she received the call from Gillian. She then took off her

walked to the sofa and sat down, drinking water and listening to

the more she listened, the more confused

interrupt Gillian. “Wait, you said that your grandfather

that true?”

there was any doubt

Painting Association and a current oil painting master. If her grandfather hadn’t invited her, Rose wouldn’t have come to a small city like Layfield for no

“I don’t know your grandfather too well. He didn’t

wasn’t Grandpa who’d invited you?” Gillian didn’t believe it. “Then why did you come

Gillian’s eyes, her grandfather was a miracle doctor. He had a lot of connections, and people from all walks of life would do him a

Rose was slightly surprised. “I think you’ve thought too highly of Doctor Smith.

are superb, but he’s just a doctor, after all. Why would everyone humor

why did you come to

“I happened to see Olivia’s painting at an art exhibition then. I spent a lot of effort to get her

her breath with Gillian. “I went to

and barely managed to calm herself

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

thinking for some time, she said, “Ms. Gillian, I’m very strict about choosing disciples. I don’t just

not to mention

and her scalp went numb. It took her

you’ve praised me and said I

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helplessly, “Ms. Gillian, I was just being polite. Do

about the paintings? Are you also being polite by grading them for me every

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

shameless as to have told Olivia to bring your mediocre paintings to me for grading again and again?

of this, Rose

feel that Gillian was too thick–skinned for having ordered Olivia without any gratitude and took it for

get me to check your paintings back then. She begged me again and again. Ms. Gillian, you owe it to Olivia. Because of Olivia, you had the chance to come into contact with

among the millions. She would have no chance or be in no place to come into contact with those top masters

thing was that instead of being grateful for Olivia,

it be more

say anything more. “For the sake of Olivia, I’ll give you a recommended entry to participate in the painting competition. Don’t call

that, she hung up

not to disturb Doris with her painting, everyone from the Taylor family dared not to speak

was because making sandwiches in the

had nothing much to do, Olivia went

painting the countryside at sunset. It was distant and peaceful, and

could be better. She had mixed

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

looked up and glanced

please go to study the

not feel attached to this younger

up to watch her paint was only out of

if she had lost her memory, she would

the heavy burden and think for her parents,

had no intention of sucking up

turned around and

looked more terrible. She snorted

came down from upstairs and heard a

looked over.

on a chair, eating almonds while watching the scene. When she saw Olivia, she pushed the bag of almonds to her

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over and frowned. “It’s Bettany’s restaurant,

Stella spat out a mouthful of almonds and started to gossip about

classmates, but compared

and went home to look after her

finally had a better life and opened a fast

father, Tucker Fulham, who had been

Bettany was born, Tucker left home to earn a living. But he had been away from home for twenty

for the family of three to be united

had started another

up to no good when he returned this time. He wanted Bettany to

terrible father he is!” Megan frowned. “He’s a

She made a scene at

long after she were back, Tucker

making a

Bettany’s mother, Talia, who had also urged her

Talia was really stupid or just

what? It still couldn’t change the fact that he was paralyzed. Bettany’s

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some sandwiches, but unfortunately,

He was out of sandwiches back home and could not eat the Taylor family’s sandwiches for

He was down.

thought that crossed Marco’s

Thank god!

that, he realized that Olivia was calling him

thought he was a lousy police officer. How could his mind be filled with food: This was

ashamed Officer Wood rushed

on?” he

and pointed. “Bettany’s parents have knocked her out and wanted

god! Marco

a big case. Even the

call

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

was swayed and looked

pointed to the small room. “Look, Bettany has already fainted. We can get the doctor to

room and saw Bettany

hard several times, but Bettany did not wake

expression darkened as he

gaze. His tone was ruthless. “Mind your own business. We’re Bettany’s

Olivia nodded. “I

recorded it just in case. Even if Bettany is on your side, Talia has already admitted to having drugged her. This is the evidence.” “You recorded it!” Tucker’s eyes almost popped out of their sockets as if

so long? I could have

to waste time doing meaningless things. Whatever she said and did had its meaning. Moreover, the prerequisite for her saving people was

old saying that relatives were favored

must be closer than

with her parents and turned

and watched a young girl get hurt, Olivia could

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in the lurch had broken her

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

Tucker was furious.

meet such a meticulous girl in such

a genius

all of them away, and Bettany

went to the police station to make a

find out Bettany Fulham had

shadows at the door. One of them seemed

There was

this, Marco and his colleagues looked at each other in

admire her observation. She could have

extremely curious. “What made you think Tucker Fulham and

as a mother, Talia was only panicking. There was no worry or fear on her face. This didn’t make sense at all. Recalling the previous news, everyone said Tucker and Talia wanted to marry their daughter Bettany to a

“Oh my god, that’s

even

help but ask something irrelevant. “Do

She didn’t seem to be

everything just by sending a notebook over. You

Wasn’t she good?

out. She did not

“This is just a

he almost forgot

guess should be the fact,

up, she might cover up for her

all, they were her parents by

carefully, but we still have to wait for Bettany’s confession later. After all, they’re Bettany’s parents. And this will probably end up with nothing definite.” Leaving things unsettled was the best outcome. But they were worried that Tucker and Talia would twist the facts and accuse Olivia

Marco was dumbfounded.

his colleagues beside him

She was so well–prepared!

did you

answered, “I was afraid they would make a false countercharge, so I recorded it as evidence.”

thumbs

When Bettany woke up,

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her.

any harmful consequences, and they were her parents, so Bettany did not intend to pursue

them go home and settle it

home, she brought some food

Bettany was a little embarrassed that she had only brought some food from the restaurant. She then

I painted this myself. It’s for you. I

saw an

were clean. The entire painting looked amiable and gentle. It felt like

was surprised. “Did you paint

on Bettany’s face brightened. She talked non–stop and

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.

of school. But she did not give

dimples on her cheeks. She looked cute. “I’ve read a lot of books and searched a lot of painting

and unhappiness. She was in high

is too thick. Not good.” Doris had come

pen in her hand and directly

quiet and peaceful neck of the Virgin

doing?” Bettany subconsciously pushed

frowned. “Why did you push

After a long time, she

a painting?” Doris was disdainful. She

tears. She frowned and said impatiently, “Fine. Fine. I’ll fix it

enhance it for you.” Doris arrogantly raised her chin as if Bettany had

breath and suppressed the anger in her

arms.

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

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dinner, Megan brought

even knocked out

is really pitiful to

the police?” Olivia nodded. “Yes, I went to return the notebook and found

circumstances, he did not speak much, but this time, he could not help but lecture her. “Don’t interfere in

interfere in other people’s

lowered her eyes and held an orange

feeling that

should be benevolent and kind. Why would they despise her

massaged her temples and the suspicion in her

this moment, her phone

It was Gillian.

at a hotel in town

phone in her hand. She looked frustrated. Ernesto sat opposite her. His gaze lingered on Gillian’s face. After a while, he said with a faint smile, “Have

to hide the madness and unwillingness in her eyes. “This is the last time. I’ll hypnotize her one last time. I

in love with

for

with his phone. His eyes were deep, and

at Gillian and

is not enough. Relationships will

and get her to bring me medicine. Then, I’ll take the opportunity to hypnotize her and make

not have gone through so much trouble to pretend

flirtatious

I recognized the wrong person after I woke up. I thought it was her sister, Doris, who

Ernesto turned to Gillian.

Gillian was silent.

man was really evil. He actually

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definitely fall for him if she was hypnotized in such a location and in such a

her sister well because of

hesitating for a moment, Gillian nodded. “Alright,

to take the small road to the east, saying that

did not think too much about it. She

as the city.

was

walked to

stopped in

in the middle of the path, could already hear Olivia’s footsteps. He pressed his shoulder to make more blood flow from the blood

middle of the road,

was too dark. If he hadn’t tripped Olivia, she wouldn’t have discovered him at all. Everything was ready. Ernesto leaned his head against the wall. As soon as he closed his eyes,

the hell

He was going blind!

My eyes, my eyes!

with his hands, but even so, the light revealed between his fingers was incomparably intense, blinding him to the point that he

was

in with a strong flashlight and had a clear view of the situation in

about two yards away from Ernesto. She

could not see Olivia at all. He could only determine where she was based

grunt, Ernesto said weakly,

and frowned.

Ernesto was speechless.

dog? She could even

his head quickly and immediately corrected himself. “The blood is fake.

a huge stick from behind her. She held the stick in her

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

He nodded. “Yes.”

the police immediately and get someone to send you

the police.” Ernesto shook his head

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gun…”

had already taken out her phone. “There’s a gunshot wound. I

Ernesto was dumbfounded!

How did that happen?

by a gun and could not

did Olivia

puzzled. “Don’t call the police. Why do you have to call the police? I

was borrowed from the novel. Therefore, Ernesto thought that Olivia would be like the female protagonist in the novel. She

couldn’t understand why Olivia called the

really interesting. What makes you think I’ll help

strange man one met on the street. Even if she wasn’t worried that he would hurt her, she still had

now. If she was extorted, she would go

police, Ernesto couldn’t take it anymore. He

nearly 6 feet and 3 inches tall and had practiced boxing since he was young. His skills were excellent and his explosive power

pounce would definitely snatch

And yet…

close to Olivia, his abdomen was

it hurt so

mid–air, Ernesto fell to the ground with a

less about covering his face. He covered his stomach with both hands.

raised her flashlight and shone it at

saw the exotic face, Olivia’s body shook

Then, countless memories returned.

She remembered!

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and leaned forward. She easily restrained Ernesto and tapped a few

no longer felt hurt

Oh! How magicall

surprised, something even more

stared at him and said coldly.

drastically when he

He was stunned.

he

hypnosis

up from the ground and looked at Olivia in disbelief. “Impossible,

be removed from his hypnosis unless he

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

do you mean?” Ernesto was a little

“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

the necessary preparations in advance. Not only did she have to give a psychological hint, but as long as she saw Ernesto’s face, she would be able to recall everything

a time limit for

people she had secretly arranged would immediately appear and take her away. They would also think of a way to let her see Ernesto and

happened, the hypnosis

research institute would report to the country and pressure Fesmuowana through the

would not be under Emesto’s control,

was a

the flashlight to Ernesto and

on her left wrist

three minutes two ghost–like figures

was Pets

the raver of them said an

le due

ran a few steps and stopped to

you going to see Cullat as you want

and track at all

Ese and Does she

Regret of

walk

Are you really a cow how you what

get a

ducked

moonlight shone on her face, blurring her facial features and making

Ernesto could still feel the coldness

Olivia’s mind, regret was the

done those hurtful things. She had already hurt others. What was the use

just to make herself

the Wilcox family’s hypnotism. Now that the hypnosis is over, we have nothing to do with each

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

meant to cut ties with Ernesto, which

in Olivia’s tone, but her attitude of leaving him alone as if she didn’t want to have anything to do

tonight, they were no longer related. They

He suddenly

wanted to say

any time to speak. She got into the

and heartless. She

Ernesto came back to his senses, the black car had already left

was left was a

What a hateful girl!

anger. How could there be such a woman?

asked Olivia where she was going and if she wanted to go

even colder than the night wind. “There’s no need. You guys can go

asked, “Where are

away. She suddenly thought of Bettany and said, “Let’s go to

was pitch–black inside, and there was only a faint

went over and knocked

while,

opened the car door and

and Peter and hesitated. After all, it was almost midnight. It was really not safe

remembered how Olivia had helped her in the

courage

so late.

was a little nervous and sat

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to give me that

surprised.

when a few clangs came from

was knocking on the

down the car window and frowned at Tucker outside the car. “What are you doing here?” Tucker curled his lips and looked past Bettany

Bettany was unhappy and reminded him. “Olivia is my friend.

expression was cold and terrifying. He looked at Olivia meaningfully. “Girl, remember not to meddle in other people’s business in

he said this, Tucker’s tone was

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

lower lip and looked embarrassed,

said, “Olivia, during this period of

as she finished speaking,

everyone had the courage to admit that their biological father was

said calmly. “He

that, seeing that Bettany’s expression was still worried, Olivia

news that Olivia was leaving immediately, Bettany first heaved a sigh of relief and then was shocked. “You’re not coming

not the Taylor family’s

stunned, but she was very smart and immediately realized

reason.

only looked at Olivia reluctantly.

“Let’s leave it to fate. We will meet if we

door. “Wait

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.

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

When he heard

so lucky to be

she might have

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in the sandwich shop found Olivia was missing

panicked. “What should we

Maybe she’s gone out.” Derek and Stella also came down from upstairs. They said anxiously, “Why don’t we call Miss Dale?”

a few calls, the first thing she said was, “There’s no need to look for her. She’s gone. I’ve

hung up the

Taylor family were left

deep breath and said,

is really too

period of time, Olivia was considerate and sensible, so Megan had already treated Olivia as her child. For a moment, she could not

She started to grumble.

said mockingly, “Mother, you really treat her as

had made a fool of Olivia. It was already good enough that Olivia was not angry and didn’t take revenge. How could

Stella

“Oh no, we still don’t know the sandwich filling

a

were a total of 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

should we do?” Stella was

reprimanded, “It’s just a few sandwich–filling recipes. Don’t act like you haven’t seen the world. When I participate in this internal competition organized by the Painting Association, I’ll be chosen by one of the teachers of

After hearing her daughter’s words, she suddenly felt more confident. “Yes, Doris’s painting is the most important. If the sandwich–filling recipes are gone, so

in the morning will affect Doris’s painting. We might as well stop

furious. She raised her head and glared at

at Doris. “Doris, your sister–in–law is just too anxious. Don’t be angry.” “Derek. Doris glanced at Derek and frowned slightly. “Don’t be blinded by these small profits. Sandwich is so cheap. Even if you sell ten thousand

Painting Association, I’ll be famous. Any random painting can be sold for thousands of dollars or even

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

her attitude and did not

had interacted with Olivia a lot. He had seen Olivia’s sincere way of thinking for others. When

again, he felt

not say anything. He just turned around and went upstairs to look for

Fulham family, Bettany was painting in her room when she suddenly received a call from the express delivery. It said

and looked happy. “It must be from

She

shoes and

counter and looked at Bettany’s

quickly explained for Bettany, “Bettany is still young. She hasn’t seen you for many years and is a little distant. She definitely

me and marry into the Hall family. In the future, you can have whatever you want.

that was tearing the package

looked up and stared at Tucker. Her tone was cold. “Tucker, I’m calling you Dad for the sake

“How can you talk to

heart. “Mom, I’m your daughter.

to marry him. It’s just an engagement. Your father said that the company is in danger now and

Doesn’t

be so heartless and not act like an elder

even vented his anger on Talia. “How did you

interacted with Missy before. She doesn’t have any feelings for Missy. When they get along for a

Tucker grew impatient. “Bettany must

if you use despicable methods to knock me out and marry me, I won’t

looked at Bettany angrily

was already used to her mother being like

hurt. She

her face and looked at Talia coldly. “Mom, you’re such a bitch!

that, she

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called out to

from hell. “Ignore her. Let’s see how long she can hold on. A girl shouldn’t be too stubborn. Doesn’t

couldn’t help but

in the depths

Tucker. Bettany is too young and insensible. Give me more time. I’ll

at Talia

raised his hand and touched Talia’s cheek. His voice was gentle. “I

lowered her head and

bathroom and washed her face with cold water

didn’t understand. She couldn’t figure

relying on her for so many years and had always doted on her, suddenly change after her

mother even wanted to force

her face,

was very light. It should be a piece of paper

that it should be

painting, so Olivia also

had been completely opened. Inside was

found it strange. Did people still write

opened it. She realized that it was not a letter but a thin paper shell.

What exactly was it?

confused. Was

out a thin golden paper shell and opened

was a line

more she looked, the heavier her breathing became, and

actually an invitation

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

moment, she suspected that she was in a

eyes hard and

It was actually

to her by Olivia. Who

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the invitation letter, her heart pounding so fast that it was about to

the words over and over again, feeling like she was in a

good thing really

not a hesitant

the burden of

decisive person.

the invitation,

did not understand this competition, Bettany planned

arms. After running a few steps, she turned back

the Taylor family, Doris was

very important to her, so she

walk over, Doris was a

letter. As she ran

took a while for her

Her eyes were bright

Doris was instantly stunned.

met Bettany, Bettany had always been depressed. Although she was energetic and

in her eyes.

you!” Bettany couldn’t control her excitement

when she lowered her head, she saw the seal of the Painting Association

also Bettany’s

nails dug into her palms. She was too surprised and couldn’t believe it. “What’s wrong, Doris?”

like a good idea for her to

a little

she was too excited. Her mind was in a daze and she did

Doris would also be participating in this competition. The two of them would have a companion to

that if she participated in

brushed her hair behind her ear and explained to Bettany with a smile, “I’m sorry. I was just too surprised just now. I

Doris’s expression. Seeing that Doris really did not seem to

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

couldn’t help but tug at Bettany’s sleeve and ask anxiously, “Are you talking about Olivia

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second sister?”

relationship between Olivia and your family? She told me that she’s only staying at your house temporarily. Actually, she

can’t say for

Bettany didn’t

a 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,

was before today, Doris would definitely not waste time

But…

and landed on

have a companion.” Doris reached out to take the painting from Bettany’s hand. Doris’s hand that was holding the painting suddenly froze when her gaze landed on the oil painting. This painting… The concept of this painting was actually very similar to the one she was painting now. The difference was that Bettany had already finished painting and she

the painting so tightly that her knuckles turned

looking at the

of this painting far

shocked her enough. She did not expect this painting to be far better than

How did that happen?

how

suffered a deep

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

Doris with concern and said in a worried tone, “Doris, you don’t look too good.

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

and

the painting Smoke in Village and traced it

drew another one

awkward and was not as good

tore off the painting she had drawn, threw it on the ground, and stomped on it a

her to be

shook her head like she

was like a resentful husband who had been abandoned by his

face was unhappy all

saying that his menopause had

could not hear Ellis’s criticism, he had a

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warm exterior of Ellis, there

Ellis

of fear that they would anger the CEO who had premature menopause, and be sent to the Northernmost

in the CEO’s office was as obedient as a

could not even vent his anger. He could only bury his frustration in

was really

knew about Olivia’s plan to be hypnotized. He knew it very clearly from the beginning to the end. Olivia

Daniel did not agree to Olivia taking

did not dare to say

domineering CEOs were able to

he was timid

was too

day and

son was completely

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afraid to tell

married, he would slowly tell her that Andrew was her son

was because he was afraid that Olivia would snatch Andrew

knew Olivia too well. If she knew that Andrew was her child, she would definitely fight with

could Daniel

bear to compete with her at

the past, he had accompanied Olivia to watch many

until she was almost half dead and casually snatched the child

novels were all fake. The male lead did not

lead, how could he bear to

mention snatching Andrew from her, even if Olivia frowned slightly,

die in pain than make Olivia

at night, Daniel went to

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

actually pretending

why did he fall asleep? I

Olivia?

suddenly lifted the blanket and called

Daniel was so mean.

and turned the doorknob with his

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

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

he was not dreaming. He argued,

and asked, “How can you be

anxious. He couldn’t care less about pretending.

in front of his chest. His lazy

Daniel for a long time before

smart child panicked for a moment, he would still quickly

knew that Daniel must have found him sprawled under the blanket

was a very smart child. When he realized that he had been discovered, he immediately

puffed–up face, “Daddy, I won’t watch it anymore. I won’t

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

moment.

and picked up the iPad.

for a

quickly climbed out of bed and hugged Daniel’s thigh.

it,” Daniel said slowly. “I remember we discussed about it before. How should I punish you if you played with

his head and

Daniel nodded. He was very satisfied with his son’s attitude. “Show me

went forward and hugged Daniel’s thigh. “Don’t

guy had a pair of beautiful eyes that were exactly

eyes, Daniel could not

only ask Andrew to make a promise with a

Daniel returned to his room, he felt sad when he saw the empty bed. He

of heartache of

was

like a father and a mother for

He raised Andrew alone.

Olivia had actually lost her

phone and slowly typed on

his words and described how he found Andrew playing with the iPad under

blanket.

the child was not easy to discipline and that he was tired because he had to act

only Olivia could

long after he posted it, someone

It was Olivia!

fingers began to tremble and he

he finally dialed Olivia’s number.

back. She felt a little dizzy, so she rubbed her temples again and

the aftereffect of hypnosis. Even when she

Olivia casually flipped through it. Coincidentally, she saw

actions preceded her

moment to

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always been afraid to tell Olivia that Andrew was

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

he was afraid that Olivia would snatch Andrew

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

could Daniel beat

to compete

to

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

television dramas and novels were all fake. The male

female lead, how could

her, even if Olivia frowned

in pain

home at night,

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

pretending to

“Alas, why did he fall asleep? I was about to tell him about

Olivia?

eyes widened. He suddenly lifted the blanket

Daniel was so mean.

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

little embarrassed. He poked his chubby little face with his two soft

son with his fingertips. Andrew fell to bed. Then, he covered Andrew with the blanket lovingly and said in a serious tone, “You heard wrong. You are

was sure that he was not dreaming. He argued, “I

you be sure that you’re

more anxious. He couldn’t care less about pretending.

I don’t believe you” Daniel crossed his arms in front of his chest. His

for a long time before he suddenly

smart child panicked for a moment, he would

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originally wanted to give him a surprise, but

she was feeling

of them spoke.

was like an

color of Olivia’s lips on the

red and seductive, like

this moment, she must be

mark on her lips, and the numbness

suddenly tightened, and his right hand

in front of him, he would definitely not be able to control

sexy voice came out of his throat.

her lips and blinked her eyes. She

“Daniel.”

them did not speak. They just held their

and longing spread along the signal

passenger seat, looked at each other and thought of the same

Ha–ha!

never

into contact with Daniel, she was not tempted. She even felt that

it weren’t for Andrew, Olivia wouldn’t have wanted to interact with

Olivia liked him more and

Daniel more and more pleasing to the

obedient, and understanding? His occasional

exactly what she liked. She

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knew that Olivia had returned to

Daniel had bad intentions.

pick

at night now. I still have about two hours before I reach Evervale. Where are you going

eyebrows and chuckled. “Is it okay at

Olivia was speechless.

knew that something was wrong. He quickly found a reason that Olivia could not refuse.

did he cry?” Olivia was

instantly became nervous. Indeed, she had forgotten her husband after having a

a

a single father who couldn’t do anything for his child, “Alas, he always cried before he went to bed these past few nights. He asked me where Olivia went and why she didn’t come

her heart immediately ached. She agreed

you.” Daniel smiled like

Daniel even

and asked him to send Olivia a voice message. It would

a daze and

to see Olivia when he woke up in the

looked up at Daniel. “I

reminded him, “Do you remember what you did

eyes widened. He looked at Daniel with dissatisfaction. “It has been a while, and you

smiled cruelly. “You played with the iPad behind my back. I haven’t punished you yet. I’ll

was stunned at first, then he instantly pouted and cried, “Daddy,

pressed the voice transmitting button

enough.” Daniel patted Andrew’s shoulder and said in a satisfied tone, “Look, you cried so

Andrew was speechless.

of father was this?” he

cries, Olivia’s

sent the location of the Sullivan family to Tyson and asked him

arrived at the Sullivan family, it was already midnight. Andrew had already gone to bed. Olivia tiptoed into the house and glanced at Andrew. Only then

two guest rooms. Tyson

room.

a long journey, she was really tired and prepared to take a

she heard someone knocking

was covered in foam, so it 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.

milk.

not convenient for

was super considerate.

“The door’s locked.”

Daniel was ready. “I got the spare

Olivia was speechless.

to have ulterior

nodded.

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

taking a shower.

was warm and

Daniel was tempted.

had ulterior motives. If a man didn’t even have any

holding it in for

many bad intentions in

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

perpetrator looked at her innocently. “What should we do? The bed is wet. Where are you

She raised her beautiful chin and

do?” Daniel leaned over and pressed

masculine scent assaulted Olivia’s face, causing

almost hung on

still refused to admit defeat. She raised her

his eyes. “Of course… I’ll

up Olivia and threw

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

her a

Hmm…

day, Olivia woke

her eyes, it was

already

forehead and could not help but kick

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not

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

was almost one in the afternoon when

Tyson, Peter, and two

anyone.

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

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.

Shut up!

shouldn’t. She quickly went forward and wanted to

wearing slippers, and because the ground was a little slippery, she rushed forward too quickly. She slipped away and plunged into

was too loud.

to see Olivia throwing herself

gasped and raised their thumbs at

indifferent Miss Taylor was actually so

Olivia was speechless.

really too ashamed to face anyone. Her reputation

enough, but Daniel acted as if he did not

explained to Tyson and Peter, “Olivia is too tired.

and Peter

her head in Daniel’s

so embarrassing. They could

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the afternoon, Olivia and Daniel went to the kindergarten to pick up

way, Daniel mentioned

a young man named Noah

only 29 years old. He has

reached the legal age for marriage back

your opinion?” Daniel

married young and some old. It was just their choice. There was nothing to

have one.” She shook her

At the red light, Daniel stopped the car and turned to look at Olivia,

Olivia frowned.

what he was trying to

him what was going

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

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

yet he said solemnly,

his words in

squeezed her fingers, unsure of what to answer for a

bring up this topic so soon.

hesitated, trying to figure out what

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

Engage?

a breath of

at Daniel and agreed.

was lost

it! That

He understood humans pretty well. He knew how to

a

the window, the proposal was very likely to be denied by a group of people, however, if another person proposed to destroy the ceiling then the first

was using the exact same

goal was to engage,

up Andrew, the three of them went to

having hesitated when Daniel proposed to get married. She felt that she had hurt Daniel, so she was very cooperative

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even took the initiative to mention the

think we need to

and was only wearing a white shirt. The cuffs were rolled up, revealing a

Olivia’s words, he

deep, cello–like voice, “No

No need?

Olivia looked up,

beautiful eyes filled

tapped his fingertips on the table and said, “September

that was holding the fork paused in the air. She looked over in shock.

his head. “This is

was, but wasn’t it a bit of a rush?

prepare. They needed to make arrangements for the

worry,” Daniel said confidently.

and

old residence of the Sullivan family. It’s

for the guests, I don’t think we need to invite a lot

and see if there’s anything

They would be

Daniel was talking excitedly.

around, he saw Olivia looking at him

skipped a

himself, “Oh no, she

looked up and said slowly,

said righteously. “I am just insightful. I knew we would get engaged one day so I had

whispered, “I really want to marry

saying that, he gave Andrew

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

saying?” Olivia’s heart softened. She held Andrew in her arms

his face. “Then would you like to be

Olivia lowered her head and kissed the little boy’s

Daniel was very productive.

agreed, he announced the engagement to the

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Dear Princess, I’ll see

Twitter and posted at the same time: “Congratulations, Mr. and

This tweet

richest man instantly hit the headlines all

was at the top of

news outlet

the financial column, entertainment column,

The netizens were dumbfounded.

no idea what was going on.

eye, the richest man was engaged. They never

netizens were in an

no, how can he get engaged before I even

is Ms. Taylor? Does anyone know?

even scientific channels… What does it have to do with science, can anybody explain?” “Oh, come on, don’t spread rumors. It’s covered on scientific channels not

also a link behind this

on it were all shocked by

Taylor is amazing. She got the Lasker Award at such a young age. She must be a

Ms. Taylor is good enough for Mr. Sulliva. After

you blinded by money? How

netizens were arguing with each

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

not very intense, and there

like it. He did not want to see any arguments. He wanted to see everyone

Hence…

e–commerce department posted on their official account: “The Sullivan group will pay the bill for 100 people who

of Sullivan Group posted, “We will send out 100

Group posted, “10,000 lucky netizens who retweeted would get

on Twitter: “We will select 10,000 lucky netizens from those who

subsidiaries posted on Twitter,

them.

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The nets went crazy

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netizens on the Internet were in

countless

invited him to parties, hoping to meet

the sofa, his long legs bent. He lowered his gaze and scrolled through

as if nothing

reached a particular message, Daniel’s

slowly looked over. “What’s

her head. His voice was low and

asked in

raised her hand to gently scratch Daniel’s chin as if teasing a

a place Daniel frequented during his youth. He used to spend entire nights there with his

and he was busy with work,

visit had been several years ago. Standing at the entrance once more, Daniel felt like he was there in his

club had become unfamiliar to

and their observant eyes

at a glance who people

seen Daniel and Olivia but they could tell from the way

and extend a warm

the staff member led the way, he

his gaze languid as he cast a mild look at the

His aura instantly rose.

lips and smiled at the staff. “You don’t know

member felt as if his neck was stuck. He instantly lost

was suddenly knocked open and two familiar figures rushed

from the corner

actually appeared at

club, one was male,

of them had always worked separately

appeared

The staff was dumbfounded!

hastened his pace and reached Daniel first. He bowed and apologized, “Mr. Sullivan, I’m sorry. Rowan is new here. Please forgive

Vivian also came over.

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her demeanor was not assertive.

women felt no envy in her

and, rather than addressing Daniel first, she turned her

Olivia’s identity, indicating that she was familiar with her. Notably, she didn’t refer to her as Ms.

called

and looked at the

became the manager of a high–class club. Her EQ is high.” Olivia nodded at her and

“Yes,” Daniel replied.

them in and introduced them along the way. “Mr. Sheeran has booked

they exited the elevator, an inattentive waiter bumped into Olivia, causing her shoes to get soiled.

to the restroom. He then

room.

back

on minor inconveniences. She

she followed the waitress to

on her shoes was quite irksome to Olivia. Olivia wanted to wipe it clean as soon

to get a wet

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

came out of the

either

place looked too similar. It was easy

phone and planned

her handbag, a red wine bottle was stuffed into

her a nudge forward. “Why are you dawdling

her into an unfamiliar

bowed to the individuals inside and introduced Olivia, saying, “This is

Olivia a look and instructed, “Quickly serve wine to the gentlemen.” Olivia remained rooted in place and lightly

in her statement and scolded

boisterous cheers. A

knowing look. “What do

The middle–aged man chuckled.

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

the supervisor could reply, the middle–aged man

said she’s a guest. Young

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

Olivia from several

room were dim,

wine bottle reflected her snow–white fingertip, making it look a

was clearly getting

for the last time, let me

eyebrows and jeered, “Once you’ve stepped through this door, regardless of

he was about to pounce

still nonchalant, but there was a hint of red at

It was scarlet red.

the side and

at the occupants of the private room. All of a sudden, she swiftly raised her right hand and brought the wine bottle

made of glass,

wine bottle instantly shattered, and wine sprayed everywhere along with

wine and the

timid ones

of astonishment, their gazes fixed on

her tone icy. “I told you, you’ve

she ignored the shocked crowd and walked straight to

it herself, so

and

frown deepened, and her

on these people. She picked up a chair

Bam!

Crash!

huge glass door was

sharply, moving deftly despite the shards

a group of people remained frozen

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After Olivia left.

room opened and a

crafted from cotton linen and wore a silk shirt. The cuffs were casually rolled up, showcasing

could not be

spoke, his voice was soft, trembling, and vaguely frightened. “I’m sorry, Ms.

indifferently and did

stammered for mercy. “Ms. Manson, please forgive this time. I won’t let you

remained gentle, making it difficult to discern her emotions. “No one must find out about

drenched in a cold sweat,

I’ll go to the surveillance room now and guarantee that everything will be

“Go,” the woman said.

waiter left as if

guild hall was quite intriguing. On the expansive third floor, there were only four private rooms. In addition to 8888, the room Daniel had entered, and

it would be impossible for the occupants of the two

every private room had

other words, if no one specially led the way, it would be impossible for the people in

rooms to meet.

This was interesting.

were isolated from each other, how did

skepticism and pressed the button on the wall, signaling the waiter to escort her to Room

was noisy as if

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

on the table and beckoned to Olivia, saying, “Come

to Daniel instantly stood up and tactfully gave up

was about to stand up, his

and fair palm

she chimed in. “Today, it’s all about Daniel

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the two men sitting across from her and clearing a spot. Pointing towards the vacant seat, she urged, “Ms. Taylor, please sit

nose at Daniel and offered him a charming smile. “Daniel, I’m going to challenge you today. You’ll need to pass some tests

in, “Yes, yes, yes. Pass the

took a piece of candy and threw it

tradition.” Sarah pressed her palm firmly on the man

man was in a dilemma, not knowing if

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Sarah and scolded her

this opportunity to make things difficult for the protagonist today. But let’s talk first.

up to Olivia and said respectfully, “Mrs. Sullivan,

Olivia sat opposite Daniel.

didn’t know better, they would have

a pile of poker cards, she insisted on playing

that no one could skip

shouted and asked the waiter to bring over a lie detector. Michael pulled

Daniel also looked over.

serene, devoid of any discernible fluctuations,

chill.

chill

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

threw the poker card to the waiter

and he could discern the

Sarah with one hand supporting her

seemed to

She remembered that the last time she played cards was seven years ago. It was during Christmas, and the

Olivia had always won.

three of them team up and fight

Olivia nodded and agreed.

they still lost

had already lost his temper. He held the cards and looked at them repeatedly. He suspected that Olivia

also very sad. He said,

it came true. They

Spades

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

of the game, the dealer, who was a waiter, displayed subtle signs of nervousness. This time,

the ace card in her hand and smiled playfully at Daniel. “Mr. Sullivan, truth or dare?”

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

his voice. “What are you doing? It was ages ago. Mrs. Sullivan

“That’s the rule.

are you also very curious? Do you want to know about Daniel and Winona? This is a

rubbed the glass with her fingertips. Her gaze was indifferent, making it impossible to

wanted to provoke

this moment,

was casual and

Sarah’s countenance underwent a dramatic

“Winona who?”

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went too far. How could

Sarah banged the table

and her tone was

angry that she lost control of her

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

you

realize

looked away in anger. But in the end, she managed to control her

The present Daniel was no

treated Daniel with great respect, being cautious not to

have a falling out with Daniel, she couldn’t shake the sense of

that Winona was treated

time, Daniel was simply one of the privileged youth, seemingly lacking any notable

Winona, he wouldn’t have achieved

credit was now taken by Olivia.

an outstanding

filled with

and left with wounds

Daniel had matured and learned how to care

with

on the matter, the

been childhood friends, sharing countless memorable and adventurous

that, they attended

a wealthy young

affluent upbringing, she had never been indulged and harbored her

established a reputation in the realm of oil painting at a

swan, she glided with elegance, beauty, nobility, and grace from the altar to join the cluster of

Daniel

help but feel that Daniel wasn’t

was merely a wealthy youngster. Plus, with his uncle’s

to be nothing more than an arrogant affluent youth with no prospects of inheriting the family fortune. Therefore, it

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wager with him, insisting that he would never be able to measure

far exceeded

made it. He successfully made Winona

so astonished that her eyes nearly

still held onto the hope that

riddled with bad habits, and

serious matters; he simply relished having a good time and little thought

He remained consistently careless. Ultimately, Winona felt disheartened and chose to depart the

and Winona broke up.

blow, causing him to disappear from the

back, he

of his family’s business, Daniel went on to establish

gave

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

this was

these years, although Daniel had a child, he had never had any other women by his side. He

thought that he had

be waiting

to her great surprise, he

her teeth

on. let’s stop now. Olivia

head

head and extended her apologies to Daniel and Olivia. “I’m genuinely sorry,” she confessed. “Today, I overindulged a bit and

glass of red

choked and coughed a few times before she

Michael patted her back to calm her down, he said to Daniel, “Daniel, to celebrate your engagement

made way for Daniel to

while, he realized that Daniel

and looked over

also poked his head

not get up and remained

raised his chin and looked at Olivia. He asked in a low

not react

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what Daniel was doing, he

was fearless, and arrogant, was actually asking a woman for her opinion

and so

“Yes.” Olivia nodded.

a month of hypnosis, she

focus on studying or working during this period. Her plan was to

Olivia also liked having fun and was skilled in

pushed off the cliff by Gillian, her heart

herself off and devoted all her energy to learning and

she and

repress herself; rather, she would begin to gradually open her heart and revert to her

on the first

same tuxedo, and the women were wearing the same sapphire blue

was

brought Olivia

handed a sapphire blue fishtail dress

and glanced

Emily explained, “Don’t worry,

the changing room

Taylor, have you been to 2046 before? Why

calmly, “It’s my first

Emily nodded. Then, she exchanged glances with Sarah

even visited

and woman

actually Olivia’s

lips in front of

eyes were filled with

Daniel got

far inferior to

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changing her clothes. The blue fishtail

finished applying her lipstick, she twisted the golden

she wanted to

on Olivia, she was suddenly left

cliché dress

the same sapphire blue fishtail dress, every dress was

human body, promoting one’s

Even if a Victoria’s Secret supermodel were to wear it, it

carefully chosen this set

and

looked even uglier on a person than

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

who was in the other changing room, did not hear the commotion outside.

ridicule toward Olivia. She then

in the mirror, Sarah smiled in

a master, which meant that

this dress, her figure was instantly elevated, making her long

high heels, Sarah prepared to show off in front of

me, let alone Winona!” she thought. With that in mind, Sarah puffed out her chest, raised her chin, and walked out with a strong aura. She was

crush her

coming out, Sarah raised her eyebrows

sudden, her powerful aura was

this be?” she

Sarah’s expression cracked.

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

met, Sarah was almost crushed

was ashen as she stared at Olivia’s

quietly. Otherwise, Sarah might lose control and go berserk

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“Ramirez, that big liar!

in the world? Why is it so beautiful

“Ahhhhh!” she screamed inside.

was about

her. She pinched her finger hard and looked at Olivia with an

guess what Emily was going to say next. However, she did

said, “Sorry, I took the wrong dress. It belongs to another customer. I’ll find

dress belongs to someone else. Ms. Taylor, could

she lowered her eyebrows, unwilling to

tone, “Ms. Taylor, don’t tell me you want to take someone else’s dress for yourself. You’re Mr. Sullivan’s fiancée.

to provoke Olivia so that she had

be good if word got out that she had stolen

looked up and glanced at Emily indifferently before smiling. “Whose dress is this? Call her

Emily was stumped.

owner of this dress?” she thought while turning around and looking at

said directly, “This

dress very much. I really do like it. I didn’t expect Emily

this dress?” Olivia

like it very much.” It was rare for her

stunning in this dress, so Sarah was certain that

“Are you saying you want

Sarah nodded. “Yes.”

“But I’ve

like this dress too much. I can’t wait to

Emily nodded cooperatively.

to say a few more words to make Sarah like this dress so much that

the end, there was no need

had already

Emily looked at each other and saw

did not expect Olivia to be so easy to

time, when she came out of the changing room, she even put on a

glanced over and retracted her gaze, not taking it seriously

hand, sized her up carefully. However, the shawl was too big for

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inside.

few glances

handed the

calmly, “Go change

and took the clothes to

clothes that

dress looked so beautiful. It was not a loss to wear it, and she might even be

outcome.

Sarah was really

her clothes and threw them to the ground. Then, she put on the sapphire blue fishtail dress that Olivia was

putting everything on, she looked at the mirror

saw her average figure in the mirror, she felt as though her shoulders were too low, her waist was too thick, her legs were too short, and her butt was too

numb

is this!”

ugly

I can’t go out in this. I will

pull up the zipper under her armpit. The moment she placed her hands

arm reached over

whoosh, the curtain of the changing room was

completely exposed

leaned over to

her expression

“What the fuck…

this ugly thing?” she

on her left leg. Her fair feet floated in the air

seemed to be in a good mood as the smile on her face was

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Sarah’s face darkened.

around and looked

this moment, Olivia had already taken off her shawl, revealing

it. It was even more dazzling

at this point that Sarah

purpose. She had put

was completely

as it was about to burst out, she restrained

her head and took a deep breath to

and

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

her eyebrows and tapped

be something

ball has already begun.” Emily was afraid that Sarah would not be able to control her temper,

As she spoke, she handed Olivia a

mask and the three of them

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

“Let’s walk

and walked slowly

In just a blink of an eye, Emily disappeared without a

wearing masks. Coupled with the dim lights, it was impossible

moving. She found a corner and sat on a bar stool to watch the people dancing in

dozen couples dancing on the

gradually

was only a man and a woman left

she was too far away from the center. Everyone was wearing the same clothes and masks. It was impossible

vaguely sense that the couple in the middle had very good

stood tall and

Her half–length hair was tied into a bun on the lower left side

looked like a lady from centuries

stopped, and the surrounding

She even heard the

heaven.”

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are so compatible

agree?” someone said, turning

did not expect someone to talk to her. She paused and

did not respond. “Why aren’t you saying anything?

Are they compatible?

did not say

the middle took off his mask. From Olivia’s direction, most of his side profile

wanted to walk towards the

crowd that was originally standing quietly suddenly surged and

Olivia

the crowd and look at the center of the crowd.

revealed a beautiful and

surprise

lips, and smiled lightly at

step back and distanced himself from Winona. His tone was less friendly

he immediately turned around and scanned the

looking for her and waved her

instantly melted and was filled

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

at Olivia and said gently, “Hello.

that, she patted Daniel’s shoulder with her right hand and smiled naturally. “I’m this

glanced at Winona’s

a

Olivia’s gaze,

was open and natural. “Don’t misunderstand. Daniel

the shoulder and nudged him with her elbow.

Good buddies?

Olivia frowned.

Daniel leaned in and whispered into Olivia’s

extremely distant and indifferent tone,

eyes flashed

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

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hand and walked

was left standing on the spot alone. Her gaze grew profound and a trace of coldness flashed

her eyes.

so long, everyone was a little

on the second floor, and Michael

went over to

to

just finished tidying up her clothes and was about to push open the door

“Daniel went a little overboard today. How could

Emily

indignant and felt

not have much of a reaction. She just touched up her makeup

aren’t you saying anything?”

the pancake

in anger. “Why aren’t

you need?” Emily snorted softly. “I think you’re stupid.

Sarah was stunned.

same hair length, and the same

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

I wouldn’t have noticed if you hadn’t mentioned it. Olivia does look like Winona.

exasperation, ‘Olivia is just a substitute. Why are

stood in the cubicle and did not go out. Actually, she did feel

clearly knew that she had gone to the washroom, but they came here to say such

said this on

was so

that this was all an act, but her heart was still filled

were some things that couldn’t be examined

Daniel like

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

exactly did he like about

for a short period of

he so sure that she

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Olivia suddenly felt uncertain.

like a sister to her, would push her off the cliff,

for Olivia to place her trust in

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prepared by Michael

She had always been

more satisfying it was

a piece for Daniel. She

fish that was covered with a red pepper sauce and did not

to ask him why he wasn’t eating it when Winona,

eats

saying that, Winona looked at Olivia and asked calmly, “Ms. Taylor, don’t tell

her grip on

that Daniel didn’t like spicy

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

the corner of her mouth. Her eyes were sparkling as if she was

never eats spicy food. Whenever we used to eat out together, the table would be full of dishes, but there would not be

else to eat spicy food. He didn’t even allow me to smell

them chatted

talking about their youth, discussing about their

nothing to

at these people who were incredibly familiar with each

had

intended to move the spicy

and complained, “Michael, why

he was

not ordered by him at all, but by

was still curious as to why Sarah ordered so many spicy

Now, he finally understood.

Sarah had

Michael sighed inwardly.

were

and glanced at Olivia. He felt sorry

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was a new star in the science arena. He heard that

Winona didn’t come back, Olivia would really be

Unfortunately, Winona had returned.

win against Winona. She didn’t even know that Daniel didn’t like

What a silly girl.

be angry and throw a temper at

lowered his head, unable to

much, and it’s very clean.” Winona handed her plate to Daniel, then gestured to Gideon. “Hurry up and take away the plate with the spicy grilled fish. Daniel

her plate

this meal, Winona only ate a few mouthfuls of vegetables, so her plate was very

Hot

as though she had done it countless times

she slammed her

before Olivia could

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

the spicy

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

was he doing? Daniel was actually eating spicy

most surprised. She could barely maintain her composure as she stared at him in a

eaten a few times. Don’t pretend as if you know

to the

actions to show that he

not

was smiling, Daniel was also happy. He moved his fork quickly and

a serving or two of each of those dishes. He even bit

the hand that was holding the fork and

put down

let him eat it, he

a

“I’m going out

a strange silence descended

widened their eyes and looked at Daniel’s

eyes were

ate spicy food. He even ate half

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It was impressive!

looked at the plate and then at Olivia. He

more with Daniel and often met him

Daniel did not eat spicy

words, Daniel could not

for the sake of Olivia, he finished half

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

hand, which was hidden under the table, clenched into a fist tightly. Her

Daniel!

actually eaten so much spice in order to go against

been angry at

but

couldn’t help

much must he

profoundly. He must have loved her to the core to eat half a plate of jalapenos

a knife and twisted it. Olivia sat there for a long time and realized that Daniel was still not back. She was a little worried and went out to

along the corridor and finally found him by

speak when she realized that Daniel

as though he

Daniel could not eat spice at all.

as she realized this, Olivia was angry

poked him and was speechless. “If you can’t eat spicy food, you shouldn’t eat it.” It would feel even worse

his eyes. When he saw Olivia, he seemed to have found

it for you. I can’t let you down, not in front of the others.”

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head on Olivia’s shoulder and rubbed his forearm

a kitten

pay much attention to what he was doing. She thought that it was an

suddenly narrowed her

Half of his brain was used to develop his career, while the other

slight movement from her, he

that she had stopped, he immediately

sharp eyes

a big puppy wagging its

turned to look at

When she saw this, her heart instantly

your stomach hurt?” She frowned

his stomach after eating so

his

Olivia raised

did it

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

Olivia stared at him.

really wanted to

move, Daniel cried out and hugged Olivia even tighter. “Oh no! The pain has shifted.

to her forehead and said in a helpless and doting

in such a tone. He looked

felt even

his lips burning with pain, but there was also a ball of fire

against Olivia’s neck and

looked down at the

only

seen Daniel

face, Daniel’s tone was indignant. “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

head abruptly, looking as

not react.

a

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still found

another topic. “Let’s

the ground and

immediately became nervous. His heart

intermittent. “Olivia, don’t be

Don’t leave

two sentences. He suppressed them in his heart,

was too drastic. It scared

her hand and patted his handsome face. Her voice was

voice, Daniel reacted as though he had woken

Olivia, as

There was

If I do anything wrong, tell me. You must

such a fragile Daniel before. Her heart

leave you?

was happy

happened in the day in a low and mellow voice. “That Winona was my classmate in university. At that time, we did spend some time together, but we weren’t really in love. It was just that we were young and frivolous.

other since.” Speaking of this, Daniel lowered his head and rubbed his forehead against Olivia’s head. His tone was gentle, seemingly able to move a person’s heart. “Olivia, don’t be fooled by them, and don’t

give Olivia

to sow discord between him and Olivia had better

it, he would definitely teach

on the mask to look for you, but someone suddenly came over and pulled me into a dance. I didn’t react in time,” Daniel explained seriously. “At first, I didn’t react, but later, I recognized that it wasn’t you. However, the rhythm was too fast and the music didn’t stop. I didn’t have

her.

him to suddenly shake off his female companion. Moreover, there were too many people on the dance floor at that time. If he suddenly let go of his female companion, she

saint. He was clear about right and

do something that would hurt

explaining about Winona, he talked

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rubbed against Olivia’s delicate face. He explained gently, “Sarah

she’s not a good person, but her grandmother is really a kind and amiable

a child without a home when he was

the family only paid attention to his

abandoned child. His parents did not dote on him and they did not love him. Daniel chose to hang around

him and compared him to his uncle. They said that there

biological

useless. The Sullivan family would be

go home, so he went

him the most. She said that Daniel was the best and smartest child in the world. It was just that

encouraged Daniel to start

If they don’t love you, you can love yourself. If they don’t give it to

you would fall into their trap. They hope that you will hate them, that you will grow up crooked, and that

not do

and

was completely taken in by what he

she suddenly understood

she said, “Don’t worry, I won’t pay attention to Sarah. I’ll tolerate her as much as I

if she was a fool. “What are you talking about? That’s not what I meant when I said

did

a

I mean is that if you have to deal with Sarah in the future, don’t be obvious about it. Do it secretly.

that will make

Olivia stared at him.

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Daniel did not return for a long time, Winona’s patience

had given him so much face that he

on Twitter, she knew

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good

extravagance. He preferred a simplé engagement ceremony that would not blow up such widespread

he made such a grand engagement, and that was

from overseas as he

a bad temper. He

would throw tantrums, put on a cold face, anger her on purpose, and embarrass her in front of others. Before Winona returned to the country, she was already mentally prepared.

endure everything and do

Daniel had

left with another woman and

she could no longer indulge him like this. She

her in this way

longer, so she got up and

chased after her. “Winona,

“Sarah, go and tell Daniel that my patience has its limit, and

she left

and happened to see Winona’s departing figure. She looked surprised and

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

that Daniel was engaged to Olivia, she thought he had

on, when Emily pointed it out, she realized that he was using Olivia to force Winona to

what he wanted and forced

the end, he threw a tantrum and deliberately embarrassed Winona, driving her

also sighed and said helplessly, “These two enemies are clearly in love, but they always hurt each other.

Grandma, I wouldn’t have bothered with

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

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table, Gideon had already consumed quite a bit of alcohol. His eyes were red and

only Sarah and Emily returning, he was quite puzzled and asked, “Where’s

Daniel’s fault. He’s getting more and more outrageous. I can’t wait

talking about?” Gideon didn’t

even tell. Daniel is deliberately trying to provoke Winona. Didn’t you notice

he replied, “Her temperament does look a little

a woman who looks just like Winona and then intentionally gets close to her

Gideon didn’t see it, but Sarah

had never seen any women around Daniel, and Olivia just

doing it intentionally to have a quarrel with

lingering sense that something was amiss

the Taylor family’s side, Samuel had disappeared without a trace since his

health had

in energy, and spending as much as 18 out of 24 hours

brought Amelia to several hospitals, but none of them

Amelia to relax and not

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

not believe it. He felt that Amelia’s condition wasn’t caused by

asked the servants to keep an eye on Amelia

always times when he

Amelia still saw it.

is missing, Emma

she born to defy her parents

shrill, her eyes were red and her

excessive agitation, after

woke up

looked for famous doctors, but they were all helpless against

were gathered together. Even Maddie was

Cathy held Amelia’s hand as tears

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top medical team overseas to

should we do

as usual. Only his

hand in his pocket, he tugged at

looked frustrated, but his aura

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

into silence as

and even Cathy, who was most concerned about her

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

do my best to save my mother,

all should not

out his hand toward Maddie and said, “Aunt,

at

a few days and nights. Despite his tall stature, he appeared thin and

endured too much, with the entire Taylor family’s burdens placed

care of his erratic father, and his

demanded him and sought help from him, but not a single person thought that he

hates you all. If you don’t look for her and just distance yourself from her, she might forgive you in a few years, and things could

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

and

were the ones who had

actually do anything. At most, he just stood

parents, and the other was his sister. There’s no way

hoped that these children could get

placed great importance on her nieces and nephews, treating them

twitched, and an ugly smile appeared on his face. “Parents can’t choose. This is my responsibility, my

William lowered his head, his eyes a little red. “I’ll go and beg. Even if she wants

Maddie stopped talking.

much. He carried the

getting Maddie’s phone,

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drawing with Andrew when she received a

too much and answered

she picked it up, she realized that it

slightly with

understanding of William. This person was very responsible, shrewd, and quite

had reached this point, there

nothing important, he would have never called

why did he call

leaving her right hand free to draw with

attention was not

very polite. “I’m

Olivia curled her lips and sneered. “Mr. Taylor, no need to be so polite.

deep breath and looked out of the window into the distance. After a while, he

“Yeah,” she replied.

all of this hadn’t happened, and if we could turn back time to the day you first returned to

in the middle of drawing a little turtle. When she heard his question, the tip of her colored pen paused, leaving a

redirected her stroke, and the green spot slowly turned into the patterns on the

stunned. He clapped

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

ran upstairs with

wanted to frame the picture of the little turtle

Olivia drew

senses and continued her phone

understood William’s

it was to show that if it were her when a conflict arises between

Amelia’s actions were a little overboard, it was

hearts were inherently biased, just as each of the five fingers had its own length,

days and nights of interaction and exchange of emotions, how

firm. “Of course, I’m leaning towards Grandpa Isaac. He raised me and

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 the child

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with that?”

“Actually, I’ve never

never blamed Amelia for being biased. She could even accept that her mother may

she couldn’t accept that her

from wrong, could not see the difference between good and bad, and

up and said coldly, “William, this world is fair and just. She doesn’t love me enough, and I don’t love her enough. That’s fair. But what right does she have to hurt me wantonly just because she gave birth to

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

said in an extremely fierce tone, “The first time, when Emma tried to have someone insult me, it was

was that? Was it because she gave birth to me, so she could make the decision for

wanted to side with Emma, she would find a way

to me? Is it all because I’m her

agitated. She paused for a moment and continued, “Also, she helped Emma frame me, slander my reputation, and even wanted to use public opinion to intimidate me. Every single

she understand that these things were illegal? No matter how powerful the Taylor family is, they can’t surpass the law. But

gave birth to me and I’m her daughter, that she can confine my

understand this!” Olivia said coldly. “It’s you who went all out and told me that human nature is

not take the

alone a mother, claim that human nature is so base that it justifies harming her own

her? I want to ask, if she hurt someone else, at random stranger

to forgive her no matter what she does?

resonant. They were like sharp blades that pierced

his heart

expect Olivia to

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

and saw Amelia lying unconscious on

the end, he hardened

you think

laugh. “William, are you never–ending with

told you to surrender and stay in the

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one by one, “Emma has already paid the price

you at Grandpa’s birthday banquet and echoed Emma’s words, but you didn’t suffer any substantial harm. Instead, it was Mom who suffered a blow. This matter was indeed Mom’s fault, but it wasn’t a

behind it and has already received the punishment he deserves, while Mom

Olivia was silent.

“Olivia, I’m not forcing you. I just want to tell

bled profusely and her body was severely deficient. It

at night. Mom was so concerned that she didn’t trust the nanny. She stayed up with you every night, and during your postpartum

year, Mom went crazy looking for you. The pain of losing her daughter made her suffer to the bone. She had a

hurt you.

did love you for five years,”

You can decide for yourself if you

hung up

several months because of the previous mistake

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

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of saving lives and helping the injured. She specially hired world–renowned

Smith family was hailed

the Smith family completely reappeared in front of the world, no longer in its previous

create accounts on various social

were like flowers blooming

few days, the Smith family’s reputation resounded throughout the

come into contact with the Smith family widened

They couldn’t believe it.

there was actually such an ancient medical family in

Republic’s medical skills in novels. Now that the Smith

left s

a medical

you all seen

from Bruce Hospital in Fesmuowana

team from Dunwall is on

top brain surgery specialist in Mala, Dr. Moss, is heading to the Hushe

my heart is pounding. Who is this the Smith family? They can actually invite so

who won the Lasker Award. So, she’s the head of the Smith family. No wonder their medical expertise is

a little familiar?

“Oh my god, oh my god. Indeed, outstanding people still have to be with outstanding people in everything. The

novels and television dramas aren’t this

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the phone, William held the phone

said he

he still used morality and the favor owed to manipulate her, despite the fact that outside newspapers and news reported that Olivia had no

people who knew

knew her background wouldn’t say anything on the surface, but they would still think that she

consider her as having a questionable character

not long

refusing to save a family member, it would cause a huge

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

was confident that Olivia

The Sullivan family.

sat on the sofa and stared at her phone in a daze. No one knew what

and

the phone and knew what was

suffered, Daniel felt terrible from

sour and

it back any longer, tears were welling up in his

not afraid at all,

of Olivia suffering

could endure a knife wound to himself, but he couldn’t stand Olivia losing a single strand of

on her shoulder and comforted her.

with you forever.” Andrew ran over from upstairs and

up with a dependent

forehead. Her

agreement clear

over and brought Andrew upstairs to do

knew that she must be feeling terrible at

said, “Don’t be afraid. I’ll go to the Taylor family with

everything with

and then said, “What are you talking about? Who said

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a little dumb. It took him a long time to recover

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 don’t

finger and said in a serious tone, “No matter what choice you make or what

Taylor, some people in the

Daniel. “What about you? Do you think I’m

shook his head and said firmly, “I will always stand by your

“As for the others and the rumors that say I’m

from the source and not let the rumors spread. Wouldn’t that

had been terrifyingly smart since she was young. No matter what she learned, she understood

other people learned 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

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

was a person who could be persuaded but

respectfully, she might be

chose the method she hated the

be threatened. She had her own way of doing things

whether to save Amelia or not,

could

sat in a large and comfortable chair and wrote two words on a piece

paper:

“Smith family”

up and a cold light flashed in her clear

for the

calls and

day, famous doctors from all over the world set off for the Hushe Republic to go to the

time, news began to

family’s connections to invite famous doctors from all over the world to the Hushe Republic to discuss the illness of Amelia

family is not related to the Taylor family by blood, she has shared a

family, Olivia Taylor, is soft–hearted and benevolent. She

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and helping the injured. She specially

the news came out, everyone praised Olivia for having a conscience, and the Smith family was hailed as a model

on, the Smith family completely reappeared in front of the world, no longer in its previous

various social networks, including Twitter,

were like flowers

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

contact with the Smith family widened their eyes in

They couldn’t believe it.

expect that there was actually such an ancient medical family

in novels. Now that the Smith

all left s

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

all seen

medical team from Bruce

specialists‘ team from Dunwall

world’s top brain surgery specialist in Mala, Dr. Moss, is heading to

god, I’m going crazy. I’m so excited that my heart is pounding. Who is this the Smith family? They can actually invite so many big shots in the

who won the Lasker Award. So, she’s the head of the Smith family. No wonder their medical expertise is

Olivia Taylor sounds a little familiar? I

Miss Taylor, Olivia Taylor!” “Oh my god, oh my god. Indeed, outstanding people still have to be with

and television dramas aren’t this

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the situation fermented, the Smith family hospital in Layfield immediately became a hot topic. Those who

Smith family hospital was just an ordinary

was an elderly

never thought that Isaac Smith was

were filled with

with him, and he’s often away. He only releases appointments on Wednesday mornings. I used to wonder why an old man like him was always going out, but now I think maybe he’s going to treat some big shots. I’m so excited! I never thought that I would

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

really misunderstood them. It’s not that they’re not good at medicine, but

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

a respectable

heart attack and turned into a vegetative state. How could such a good person suffer like

really hope that Doctor Smith

hope Doctor Smith wakes up

s turned into prayers for Isaac to wake up as soon as

you hear that? Everyone is looking forward to you waking up, so please

that the Smith family had reappeared, Olivia was also

institute was very worried

due to gender differences, it was not convenient for them to appear

for someone with a legitimate identity, who won’t raise suspicion or be

on the way and will arrive in an hour.” Peter handed over a file

much attention

after meeting the person, Olivia nearly dropped

composure.

is it

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

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

tone was

frowned. “Aren’t you in school?

protect you.” The girl’s voice was clear. “I’ve already transferred to the Drama Academy. In a few days, I’ll participate

could not help but have a headache. “That’s too ridiculous! What did Doctor Mike say? Are you

enter

identity was very

name was Sherly. She had been kidnapped and sold to a couple who couldn’t have children shortly after

a good character, but she was

next, Olivia

said that she

had known each other for two years. At that time, Kelly’s mother

eight years old, but she already had a very

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

She was just a little suspicious. She told the

Unexpectedly, it really worked.

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

little girl was not injured,

man lying

sent the little girl to the research institute through Augus

that the little girl would be traumatized after such a big

reported that Kelly had a very high IQ but also suffered from severe psychological issues, including a tendency

girl was still too young, she could not be

unexpectedly strong, and she had a resilient spirit. The psychiatrist had to spend a lot of effort to barely

very disadvantageous for subsequent

young, but her body was already filled with a sense of lifelessness.

visited the research institute to communicate with Kelly and tell her

her head and asked her, “What’s the use

you learn skills, you can protect me and stay

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forever.

girl nodded heavily. “I’ll work hard to learn skills, protect you,

forever.

entertainment industry. The entertainment industry was too complex. Olivia 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 lowered her head like a child who had made a mistake. Olivia, I’m here

and I’m an adult. You said that when I became an adult, I could

a moment. Her eyes gradually warmed, and

everyone was independent. No one could

in the name of being a

wanted to enter the entertainment industry, then

be able

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with William, was still waiting for

staying by Amelia’s bedside without sleep. His phone had been full of battery, afraid that he would miss

Maddie’s phone was

than three days, Olivia

and saw William,

knew that William was waiting

Twitter, the world–famous doctors gathered around the Hushe Republic, Maddie could not

at William’s coercion and moral pressure, but she did not expect her

to make

originally a crisis, but in Olivia’s hands, it

child was too smart and amazing. If only she hadn’t gotten lost, with her in the

Olivia actually possessed such a wide range of

at the same time due

William’s side and patted his shoulder. “Don’t wait any longer; Olivia won’t

to look at

a page and

not understand what was going on. When he received the

and looked at Maddie fixedly. When he spoke,

This…”

calm. “There’s already a medical team here. Get ready and welcome

slumped, and his eyes gradually became deathly still. “She… she’s really this heartless. How could she…

he could finish speaking,

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

with a serious

could not figure out. Why did William have

generation and had to be learned through education and experience. Olivia was still so young, and her major in university was not medicine either.

me ask you, is Olivia’s medical skill really

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asked.

his eyes and said, “It was Isaac himself who said that his granddaughter’s medical skills

gaze suddenly changed into joy. She could not help but reach out and

replied, “There’s an 80% chance.”

turned to look at

gaze, Maddie was stunned for

to control her expression and said, “Mom, do you want me to invite

“No, I didn’t ask you to invite Olivia. I asked you

called out, “Olivia

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

want to save her sister but it wasn’t the right time. Olivia was at her most resentful

medical teams from all over the world were about to arrive. Instead of confronting Olivia, it was better to let

might still be

speak, Cathy

was furious, pointing at the door angrily. “Go, right now. If you can’t

couple of steps from

head. She just lowered

bear to watch any longer and stepped forward to support Maddie. He then frowned and looked at Cathy. “Grandma, what does

blame his aunt whenever something

William was born to Amelia, he sometimes felt

practically devoted her entire life to taking care of his mother. She had no personal life, no family, and no children of her own. Her entire life revolved around the people in

his mother, almost

was almost becoming the chief manager of the

She’s Amelia’s sister, and she should bear the burden

this point, Cathy took a deep breath. “I’ll say this today. It’s fine if nothing happens to Amelia. But

firm tone made William

grandmother was so harsh on his

this have to do with

to speak up for his aunt when a hand

It was Maddie’s hand.

patted William’s wrist and said, “During the previous head inauguration ceremony of the Smith family, Olivia said that she would treat everyone present. My sister was

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immediately reacted. “Aunt, you mean to use this

Maddie nodded. “Yes.”

it possible?”

just doesn’t like being coerced. If you were magnanimous, humble, and put on an attitude of seeking her medical treatment, she might have agreed to treat my sister long

looked down

an upright method, he chose to use unorthodox methods,

coercion.

and powerful as Olivia be

William suddenly understood.

Olivia again. Halfway through, he suddenly thought of his aunt’s

Instead, he called Blake Smith with a respectful tone and requested the Smith family head’s assistance

Seeing this, Maddie smiled.

did not even look at her mother, Cathy. After hearing Blake’s positive response and his assurance to contact the family

time, she did not even

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from Layfield to tell

with her legs crossed and her arms on the table. She looked down and said

nodded. “Mr. Taylor called. He said that he was

the desk and nodded. Her tone was inexplicable, making it impossible to

did not say a

sat on the stool opposite Olivia. She had

Blake had become more and more cautious when it came to

some reason, Olivia had changed a lot after being hypnotized. She

longer treated the older of the Smith family as intimately as before. Instead, she treated them coldly

the table and suddenly thought of something. “Where did

taking care of them. One

a

like her own daughters. She

the time, it was Blake who

to wear more clothes when the

was different. She was very young and

to Zelen when

Zelen suddenly disappeared

this person as if this person had never

mentioned Zelen, Blake was stunned. Her pupils

“You remember now?”

used some force and instantly tore off

leaf and rolled it between her fingers.

about Zelen? Who is

so be it. Why hypnotize me and make me forget

tone was calm, but Blake was

“Miss, please don’t

tapped her fingertips on the table and asked in a

I only know a little. Every time the Smith family changes the head of the family, the

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suddenly fainted, many things were left unexplained. Miss, please wait a little longer. After a while, the

frowned. After a while, she looked up and ordered, “You

left, Daniel

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

in a low voice, “I

massaging for

her eyes and looked

returned to normal. He lowered his head and kissed

years old. However, before I was five years old, my memories of the Taylor family before I was lost were vague. Everything was unclear. I only vaguely

parents‘ names, who my family

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

could not re these things

Speaking of this, t

this while, I thought that I had forgotten because I was too young. And something unexpected happened. My instinctive protection mechanism was

being hypnotized by Ernesto, I realized that my memories before

was amazed. “Can

Olivia nodded. “the Wilco

has a special hypnosis

so sure that

was too young. After the accident, it was easy for a young child to forget

undone the hypnosis. I remember everything before I was

Ernesto undo it for you? Or was it because of the second hypnosis superposition

head. “I undid

to do it too?” This time, Daniel was

studied a few hypnosis books

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

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

Olivia made sound easy.

that if he said too

that Olivia was smart, he was still shocked by her intelligence from

was at

come he still felt a little inferior and

he had to work harder. Otherwise, Olivia would look down

No matter what test they

William called Blake again.

phone to Olivia. This time,

was filled 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. She was not

the head of the Smith family. She no longer had

Taylor family could

Taylor.” William’s voice

layers of dark

.

herself. It was time

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

great. I’ll pick you

that Olivia was coming over to

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

most scheming kind of person. Taking advantage of Mrs. Taylor’s illness, Olivia probably wanted

certain that Olivia couldn’t

to Cathy’s room and told Cathy that

great. Amelia could be saved.” Sophia pulled a long face and

wrong?” Cathy saw that Sophia was not in a good mood

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

up Sophia. Then, Cathy frowned and said, “Tell me about

around and closed the door properly. After that, she approached Cathy

on?” Cathy’s heart

I know everything about the relationship between Olivia and Madam. Olivia is very dissatisfied with her. It

Cathy frowned in disbelief.

biological mother and daughter. Moreover, although she had not seen Olivia many

Think about it. That’s

down

before he recovered. He frowned and said coldly, “You’re right. We have to

still going to let Olivia

course, Olivia has to treat Amelia, and she has to treat

Olivia came with Kelly.

combed into a high ponytail at the back of her beautiful head,

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

could not help but

was

her head and looked at him

immediately frowned and subconsciously

William looked away, Kelly’s charming eyes instantly

was like a flame falling into the water. The

thick dark eyelashes covered her eyes, as

and warned herself

for the right time. She had to

she could torture the people who had bullied Olivia to death one

to have thought of something, and a trace of

the house, Liam and Cathy were already waiting in the

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

in his direction for even a second. Olivia walked past Liam and

actions. He was surprised

was embarrassed and his

thought Olivia

also had connections with the Sullivan

young

girl had just succeeded and was

skills. Olivia was still young, so she was probably bragging too much. Maybe her actual medical skills

even if Olivia’s medical skills were good, and she

there was

young and beautiful, the man doted on

time, Olivia would be

day, Olivia would

asked the butler to help him take

not care

that Olivia went down and came to

care, but

Olivia. Cathy could not let

said, “Stop

not stop walking and continued to walk

take it anymore and shouted,

whisper to Olivia, “Ms. Taylor, please

leaned against the handrail of the stairs. She turned her head and looked

had to raise her head to see

down. It’s outrageous. I’m an older. How can you let

fingertips on the

trying to help you stay healthy.” “What do you mean?” Cathy said with a

for your cervical vertebrae

you look up.”

was furious about Olivia. Cathy said coldly, “I’m not going to argue

gentle, but

argue about this. Cathy took a deep breath and said coldly,

ask Olivia for a promise. Otherwise, what if Amelia’s health

ease

shook her head honestly.

choked. She did not expect Olivia to say

face was cold. “It’s fine if you can

knew what you wanted to do to Amelia? You hate

mocking tone, “What’s going on? Your family

and was

around and went downstairs. As she walked, she said, “What

up and stared at

her

more

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Olivia immediately walked outside.

herself, “Who cares whether or not Cathy wants me to treat my

want

a long time. It was only

rushed to speak before Cathy. He said, “Grandma, don’t add to the trouble. Do you really want Mom to remain unconscious

to speak the words she had in mind. She looked at Olivia

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

at the box of silver needles. He felt a tingling

really too long. They were twice

“This thing won’t

his head and glanced at Olivia with a

scared out of

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

Cathy to

hard Cathy knocked on the door, it remained

the situation, she could not help but exclaim,

felt a sharp pain in her chest

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

she said, “Oh no, Mr. Ronald. Olivia is going to kill Mrs. Taylor. Mrs. Green has already fainted. Please come quickly

Taylor family’s home. Sophia immediately went to welcome him, saying, “Mr.

me,” Ronald said as he strode in with a

she said. “The silver needle is longer than a cup. It looks like a nail. Olivia took it and inserted it

could not contain his anger. He said, “Where’s William? He just watched and did

no idea what happened. Mr. William seems to

Ronald said as

are you going over just like that? Mr. William will

he gets

in his

glance at Sophia, nodded, and said, “You’re right. This is the Taylor family’s territory. I

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

to deal with this situation!” He thought to himself, “I can

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

cold malice flashed across Ronald’s

and said, “Do you have any handy

the stick

as he shook his head. “It’s too long. I want to catch Olivia off guard and suddenly break her wrist. This one is too

a rolling pin?”

replied, his eyes lighting up. “Hurry

get it.”

soon brought out a rolling pin. It was

hand, gave it a little shake, nodded, and said, “This one’s

the rolling

he strode to the door of Amelia’s room, knocked, and

at Ronald appraisingly and enjoined in a low voice,

Ronald said as he nodded. “I’ll go

While William was closing the door, he suddenly lunged

pin in his right hand and fiercely

Amelia, huh? I’ll break your

which has a long–standing reputation

movement behind him, William turned around. He then saw Ronald walking

and holding a wooden stick, moved fiercely toward Olivia’s

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

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

William thought, “Oh crap!”

furious. He wanted to intervene, but he

was in despair, Kelly suddenly stood in front

Her movements were nimble, as if

to have been hit by a heavy hammer.

solid wood, but it was smashed into pieces

He then saw Ronald vomit a mouthful of blood and

called out and quickly went over to press

cold and indifferent as she said, “Go call an

raised his eyes to glance at Kelly.

“How could such a simple kick be so

over 5 feet and 10 inches tall, while Kelly was not even 5 feet and 7 inches. “She’s slender,” William thought. “How could she kick Ronald

“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 to lay

gives in to all of

ambulance arrived very quickly

afterward, William learned about the extent of

his chest were broken. Fortunately, the bones did not penetrate his lungs. needed to recuperate

He just

that Ronald had broken two ribs, William instinctively looked

got it so accurate. This girl said two broken ribs, and it’s exactly

the

she should regain consciousness. After she regains consciousness, she still needs two more rounds of acupuncture therapy.” Olivia thought of something. She then continued, “Oh, by the way, I want to take some blood samples from Mrs. Taylor for testing. I suspect that she has taken some medicine that affects

thought, “Medicine

He was surprised.

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She was given

she regained consciousness, she was lying on the bed. Facing the pitch–black room,

“Water,” she softly murmured.

saw Amelia regain consciousness, she

finally

glass of water before

me?” she asked

emotions had fluctuated intensely, and a wave of resentment that she could not suppress surged within her,

her vision went dark, and she

know anything

explained to her everything that had happened during

unconscious.

expression. She could not help but ask, “Are you saying that Olivia

to finally come.” “Oh,” Amelia replied as she nodded. She had a listless expression, appearing in a state of being stupefied. She

was no longer as excited as before. Instead, she was calm

herself, “It’s so strange. Just before I lost consciousness, I mentioned Olivia with such righteous anger, almost wishing I

so

my previous emotions, and I don’t know why I hated Olivia so

lost my sanity and clouded my judgment. I’m completely not clear–headed, and I’m

when I think about it carefully, Olivia may have played a role in causing Emma to be imprisoned, but ultimately, it’s Emma’s own actions that

didn’t act like a father at all. He actually resorted to using public opinion to

me to accept is that I actually agreed to

covered her forehead, wondering why she had

innermost thoughts, Olivia was not as important as Emma in Amelia’s heart. After all, Emma had been raised by

so far as to hold extreme hatred

Emma.

as she often could

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

come again, Amelia’s expression

believed that she was clear–headed. She considered herself to have a balanced perspective and could

matter, she believed that Olivia could not be

nothing to do with Olivia either. After all,

her eyes. She seemed to

again, her eyes no longer held

had already made a

were Samuel and Emma, and on

let

did not make

the four major families. It even applies to those men who

faithful and committed to me alone

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

“If it weren’t for Olivia, Samuel wouldn’t have gone missing, and we wouldn’t have lost all trace of

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

world, there couldn’t be a

my condition.

Emma went to jail, Amelia could not bring herself to act as if nothing had happened and

was unfair to

not

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

folder. She did not open it. She merely looked at it in a daze. Daniel came in from outside. He was dressed in a soft

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

that it was filled with information about

Emma and Samuel as well as how Samuel and Evelyn got to know each other and

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

laughed, appearing to be a perfectly happy family. Those who did not know the inside

his initially languid gaze suddenly became profound like an endless starry sky,

very

this information would not be

to her because of the daughter of her father’s mistress.

was as gentle as a spring breeze

saying that, Daniel felt that the

to do

his

was doing his homework in his room when the children’s

“It’s Daddy!” he thought.

Zoe in a childish voice, “Daddy went out, huh?”

thought, “He’s

home, so

the study again. Just as he pushed open the door, Daniel waved at him. There was

to his father. Instead, he immediately pounced into

Baby,” Olivia said. Her mood instantly improved. She hugged the little one, kissed him,

Andrew replied. “It’s all done.” Andrew was incredibly well–behaved and sweet. He said, “I missed

thought, “What a sweet–talking little

up and walked out of

“Sure,” Andrew replied loudly.

alone sitting on the

thought, “What’s

get left behind,

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the way to the Taylor family’s house, the driver was driving in the front, while Kelly sat beside Olivia, keeping her head lowered as she looked at the documents in the document folder. “Olivia, are you going to tell Mrs. Taylor the truth?” she

looked out of the window. Her gaze was indifferent, making it

said, “It’s not necessarily a must to

disappointed in the Taylor family, and she no longer had any expectations, so it did not matter

her patience with the Taylor family had diminished significantly. She really did not want to have any connection

in continuous arguments with Olivia after she regained consciousness. In the past, Olivia was very patient and could endure it. endure it for even

started to argue, Olivia would immediately

However, she could not

necessarily mean that she would actually throw the folder

hold

Olivia nodded.

house, they found it surprisingly quiet. Amelia did not act crazily. She was

steadily on the

therapy on her, she

Taylor, thank

needle stopped moving. She said in a low voice,

head for a while. Amelia looked at William and said, “William, go out first. I have

not

do something that could not be easily controlled, just like what Ronald did

her attitude. She said, “William, you

nod helplessly and say, “I’ll wait outside, Mom. Please stay

“Got it,” Amelia said.

Kelly

voice was very gentle. “Can I call

a thoughtful expression. Others could not discern what was in her mind. Upon hearing this, she nodded slightly and replied, “Feel free to

gentle and her expression was unprecedentedly

felt that she was very clear–headed now. She had never been so clear–headed in more than

years.

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

dark eyelashes trembled slightly. She did not say

you were just born, you were a tiny and chubby bundle, not to mention incredibly adorable. You’re very obedient and smart. You learn everything quickly and can even remember things at a single glance. You’re really an exceptionally smart child. I’m very proud

it was faintly choked. She continued, “It’s a pity that our mother–daughter bond was short–lived. Perhaps God only granted us a brief five–year connection. If we had forced it, there would have been

to continue, but she persevered, saying, “I really hope that we, as mother and daughter, can reunite, but there

this point, Amelia’s voice carried a sense of apology. She continued, “I know Emma’s existence makes you uncomfortable and unhappy, but to me, she is also my daughter. Although she didn’t come out of my womb, she lives in my heart. I know she has done

her or spare her. I just want to stay away from you so that I can accompany her wholeheartedly. In a few years, after she is released from prison, I’ll accompany her, comfort her, and help her to

suppressed the intense emotions that welled up in her chest before she continued, “So,

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 narrow and elongated, as if they were

anything. She

her head and continued, “I gave birth to you and you saved me. We do not owe each other

them, Amelia could no

destined to have a short–lived connection, so

that, Amelia held her fingers tightly and

to speak, but Olivia remained

felt especially long.

unknown period of time,

then that she heard Olivia’s voice, which was soft and gentle, yet incredibly resolute.

suddenly stiffened and she fell

her and stuffing a calming

medicine was prepared for Amelia in case her emotions fluctuated dramatically and she suddenly fainted after

it was used

it’s alright,” Olivia thought. “The preparation

handed the medicine

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

anything. She just held the medicine bottle tightly in

acupuncture therapy was quick. It

guidelines that required careful adherence. She then put away

was thinking. It was not until she reached the door on the first floor that

a while, Kelly rushed down from upstairs and explained as she ran, “I’m sorry, Olivia. I went to

nodded and said, “Let’s

on the door and asked if she wanted to eat yogurt that she recovered from her daze.

got out of bed and put on her slippers. Just as she was about to drink some

her head and

“What’s this?” she thought.

instinctively frowned and recalled for a moment. Suddenly, she thought of the

“It seems like she

must have

back to retrieve it. Unexpectedly, the string that was tied around the envelope’s seal came loose, and a photograph fell out

photo of Samuel, Emma, and an

Amelia’s pupils contracted intensely.

cover

took 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

there was a paternity test report

are father and daughter” was the last

much of her calming medication. Her emotions were

well.” Amelia seemed to suddenly have an epiphany. She quickly rummaged through her drawers, wanting to find photos of Emma from her childhood to her present age to see if she

managed to find all the

on the floor. There were about a few hundred photos. They were all

of them was about

went through them one by one, comparing them as she went. It was only when she had looked at all the photos that her mind suddenly

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