Chapter 236

In Mala.

Gillian held the phone without saying a word.

After a long while, she suddenly scoffed.

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

“In that case, I should really thank her.

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

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

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

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

Only then did her anger quelled a little.

“Good, very good. Olivia is so selfless.

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

“This is the reason.

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

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

“She is such a hypocrite.

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

Who needs Olivia’s self–righteous charity?

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

What kind of logic is this? This is so unfairl

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

Her expression was cold and terrifying.

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

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

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

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

Gillian puckered her brows and her face darkened.

After a while, the phone was picked up.

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

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

Gillian was baffled and slightly stunned.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

them Most medicinal dishes use meat or vegetables as main

ingredients and herbs as seasoning.

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

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

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

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

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

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

The results were the same.

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

Tracy was in complete despair.

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

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

She did not want to believe the nonsense Gillian said.

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

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

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

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

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

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

But she couldn’t open her mouth.

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

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

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

meet.

“Five percent,” Tracy suggested.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Daniel sat beside her.

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

Someone turned around and greeted him.

“Mr. Sullivan?” came a soft voice.

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

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

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

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

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

Daniel then remembered.

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

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

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

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

did not have a deep impression of her.

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

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

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

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

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

Surprisingly, Olivia leaned out to talk to her.

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

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

Olivia responded with a smile.

That smile took Frey’s breath away.

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

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

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

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

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

person.

Olivia recognized Freya because she had watched the movie.

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

Freya was not very interested and only gave Olivia perfunctory

responses

Throughout the conversation, her eyes kept wandering between the black

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

Then, she curled her lips in contempt.

“I see. She is just a sugar baby.”

Olivia saw through Freya’s thoughts.

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

So, Olivia ended the chat and resumed reading.

Freya had been trying to engage Daniel in a conversation.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Lunch was served on the plane.

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

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

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

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

“Thank you very much.”

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Freya sneered with an arrogant expression.

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

“Daniel will probably get tired of her soon.”

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

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

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

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

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

Freya was dumbfounded.

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

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

front.

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

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

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

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

mesmerized everyone.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The flight attendant had no words for her.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Olivia nodded.

Ernesto wore a smug face and was about to speak.

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

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

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

Fesmuowana and told me to be careful.

Ernesto raised his eyebrows:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

However, monitoring herself was permissible.

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

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

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

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

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revealed Ernesto’s purpose for visiting Gillian directly.

Ernesto was stunned.

It was a little unexpected.

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

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

Based on his extensive experiences in watching dramas, a

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

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

He felt rather upset.

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

“A TV series?”

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

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

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

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

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

Ernesto was rendered speechless.

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

Ernesto was stumped for words.

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

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

His heart sank.

Afterward, Olivia leaned back in her chair.

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

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

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

“How can this be?”

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

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

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

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

Olivia replied, “I guess.”

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Olivia ignored him and simply lowered her head to read.

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

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

Ernesto blinked in puzzlement.

Olivia sighed. “This is a voice recorder.”

Ernesto’s lips parted in silent surprise.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

“Really?” Yvonne was not convinced.

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

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

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

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

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

treatments.

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

Gillian had created a learning plan for herself.

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

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

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

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

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

Gillian was completely dumbfounded.

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

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

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

“How could this be?”

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

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something sacred.

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

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

The first page was actually the simplest.

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

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

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

Then, she stomped on it violently.

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

“Why did this happen? Why?”

Gillian buried her head in her hands and cried bitterly.

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

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

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

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

“That’s enough.” Yvonne nodded.

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

Carlos smiled and did not continue the conversation.

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

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

As time passed, his interest waned.

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

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

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

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

That girl was Isaac’s granddaughter.

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

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

She had completely given up.

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

She didn’t know how to face Yvonne.

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

all.

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

After shivering for a while, Gillian suddenly calmed down.

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

Gillian crawled over and picked up the phone.

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

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

“I can’t go,” she said flatly.

Yvonne was puzzled. “Why?”

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

It was all thanks to the martial arts manual.

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

There were no pictures, only cryptic text.

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

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

The book was like the martial arts manual in television dramas

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all incomprehensible gibberish.

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

“Who the fuck could understand this?”

Gillian had a meltdown.

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

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

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

After a while, the phone rang again.

Gillian glanced at the caller ID. It was Yvonne.

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

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

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

Yvonne was so angry that her body kept trembling.

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

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

“It could be found with a simple search online.

“Online?” Gillian was perplexed.

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

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

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

Gillian was dumbfounded.

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

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

Finally, the call was picked up.

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

She knitted her brows and picked it up.

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

“Not this again.”

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

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

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

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

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

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Olivia was furious and frustrated when talking about that.

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

However, Gillian just wouldn’t believe it.

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

Gillian mumbled, “Grandpa told me that.”

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Over in Mala.

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

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

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

“Then, why did I come to Mala?

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

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

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

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

However, she did not dare to regret it.

She had done too much to turn back.

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

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

Suddenly, the ringtone startled her.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

at all.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Gillian’s heart raced.

It was undeniable that she was tempted.

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

Ernesto’s words moved Gillian completely.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Ernesto gave his assistant Saul three days for the mission.

However, even three days seemed too long for Ernesto.

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

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It was just abducting a woman.

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

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

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

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

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

And so, Ernesto was taken into custody.

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

Saul was set free with him as well.

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

immediately drew people’s attention because of their appearance.

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

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

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

It was something big.

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

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

The police suspected that something serious was going on.

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

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

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

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

Ernesto was worldless with rage and decided to leave immediately.

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

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

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

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

“So, you didn’t manage to catch her.”

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

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

“What information?” Gillian was curious.

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

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

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

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

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

Ernesto gestured to Saul.

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

“Me?” Gillian pointed at herself.

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

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

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

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

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

– Start with courtesy and

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

The Smith family was shot to fame.

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

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

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

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

Olivia thus embarked on the journey alone.

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

“Olivia.”

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

me?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

come?”

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

But now, Gillian was no longer certain.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

For some reason, this question came out almost instinctively.

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She felt wronged.

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

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

She understood this fact.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Ernesto was speechless.

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

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

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

Ernesto flared up.

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

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

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

Ernesto chuckled.

Finally, there was something she didn’t know.

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

Olivia responded, “Sure.”

Wait, what the heck!

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

He never expected her to agree.

What was going on?

Ernesto was a little stunned. “You agreed?”

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

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Ernesto, initially surprised, burst into laughter.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

state.”

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

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

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

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

In comparison to Olivia, she felt utterly inadequate.

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

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

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

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

Olivia responded, “Give me the book first.”

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

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

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

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

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

methods on Olivia.

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

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

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

Athene looked up, puzzled.

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

Athene nodded. “That’s good.”

The conference at the International Medical Association concluded swiftly.

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

Ernesto nodded and said, “Alright.”

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

start now.”

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

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

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

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

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

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

back soon.”

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

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

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

Once her memory returned, Olivia hurriedly got dressed.

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

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

“What are you looking at?” he asked.

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

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

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

But who could truly understand her or her struggles?

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

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

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

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

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

How had this come to pass?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Olivia greeted Gillian with genuine happiness, “Gillian!”

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

emotions.

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

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

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

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

Olivia still did not say anything.

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

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

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

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

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

She suddenly remembered an incident from her youth.

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

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

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

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

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

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

However, the reality was harsh.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

or rest.

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

Unfortunately, that was where she hit a wall.

She would never be able to compare to Olivia.

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

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

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

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

life.

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

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

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

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

Gillian wanted to see how Olivia would face such inferiority.

The Taylor family was having dinner.

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

All of them praised Doris and ignored Olivia.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

as the sun.

Gillian was stunned and subconsciously took two steps back.

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

After saying this, Olivia beamed with joy.

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

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

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

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

Olivia squatted down and picked up up at Gillian.

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

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

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

With that, Olivia pushed the door open and left.

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

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

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

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

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

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Gillian returned to her room next door in a daze.

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

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

Ernesto raised his eyebrows quizzically.

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

Olivia was almost done making sandwiches.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Megan’s heart softened.

She looked away but did not pull back her hand.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Julian bowed and acknowledged. “Understood.”

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

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

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

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

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

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

“I know.” Megan felt terrible.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Stella looked at her while handling the cashier.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

She picked up a meat sandwich.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

“What are you looking at?” he asked.

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

What nonsense was Stella spouting so early in the morning?

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Today was the first day of selling sandwiches.

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

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

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

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

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

Olivia’s sandwich stall opened just like that.

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

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

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

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

Simple and convenient.

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

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

It was better not to come here tomorrow.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Olivia smiled sweetly. “Alright.”

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

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

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

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

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

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

The sandwiches were done and they filled two food trucks.

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

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

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

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

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

When they arrived, they were stunned.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

She had a little grandson who was very picky.

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

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

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

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

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

Olivia was stunned.

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

Hearing this, the old lady was unhappy.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Her attitude was not bad.

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

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

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

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

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

Before Stella could react.

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

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

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

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

Julian was stunned. What was this?

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

Wasn’t the barbecue restaurant not busy?

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

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

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

“What about the barbecues?” Julian asked.

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

Julian and Megan were speechless.

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

In the end, the room next door was empty.

Where did she go?

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

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

She quickly contacted Stefan to ask.

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

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

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

seat.

She threw her backpack aside and sat down.

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

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

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

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

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

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

This time, Gillian could not sleep anymore.

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

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

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

Gillian frowned. This name sounded very familiar.

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

There was no reply for a long time.

Gillian pinched the space between her eyebrows, feeling frustrated.

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

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

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

Their

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

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

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

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

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

It was catchy and easy to memorize.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Gillian said, “Is it really that delicious?”

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

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

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

How delicious could a sandwich be?

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

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

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

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

She wanted to try it.

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

Updates? That’s too classy.

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

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

Gillian was dumbfounded.

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

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

178 friends.

All her friends did follow it.

She was a hardcore fan.

At the Taylor family sandwich shop.

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

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

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Her mother, Megan, pushed her upstairs to rest.

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

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

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

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

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

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

common room.

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

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

Initially, Stella suggested letting Olivia and Doris live together.

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

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

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

She had always been a little afraid of this genius.

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

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

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

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

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

Megan nodded.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Doris despised women like this the most.

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

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

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

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

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

It was so notsy

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

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

Doris’s heart was filled with frustration.

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

She only woke up in the afternoon.

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

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

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

Olivia smiled politely and went upstairs.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

This thing was obviously a pirated book.

Moreover, the title of the book was too aspirational.

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

She did not expect Olivia to read such things.

Gillian felt secretly pleased with herself.

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

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

Books like these were basically trash. It was useless.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Gillian asked casually, “How many?”

“380 thousand.”

“Pili!”

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

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

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

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

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

“389,762.”

Gillian was so done.

Olivia must be teasing her.

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

Fuck. If she was in a marketing company, she would be considered a genius after gaining 380 thousand followers in two weeks.

However, Olivia actually learned it from a pirated book.

Impossible, absolutely impossible!

Gillian did not believe it.

Olivia handed the phone over for her to look at the background data.

Gillian took a closer look.

Olivia was really lying. It was indeed not 389,762.

It was 389,788.

In just two minutes, she had gained 26 fans.

How was that possible?

Could it be like those fantasy novels? The secret manual for success is hidden in a small village! Gillian quickly flipped through the tattered book.

Now, her mentality when reading this book was different.

Previously, when she saw the title “Manual for Marketing Success“, she felt that it was so silly.

Looking at it now, it was simple and direct. It was obvious at a glance that it was written by an expert.

She immediately flipped it open.

The content inside was,

  1. What’s the benefit of having a social media account?

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  1. How to identify and accurately target audiences
  2. Typesetting is very important
  3. A Free Way
  4. Sincere Advice for Attracting Fans
  5. How to Retain Fans

They were more or less the same. It didn’t matter if it was said or not. It didn’t have any actual use.

Gillian looked at it again and again, but she did not see anything special.

She frowned and looked at Olivia. “Did you really learn from this?”

Olivia nodded. “Yes.”

She reached out and tapped it with her fingertip. “Look, I even took notes.”

Gillian read Olivia’s notes carefully.

She realized that she had written very carefully. Combined with the content taught in the book and the characteristics of her sandwich shop, she made a plan of action step by step. Every step was implementable.

The notes Olivia had written were indeed based on what was taught in the book, but she had purified them and combined them with reality to find the best solution.

Gillian read it and did not speak for a long time.

Seeing that she was silent, Olivia thought that Gillian was sad, so she explained, “Gillian, I know you’re doing this for my own good. You’re afraid that I’ll waste my time and not be able to learn anything after reading the books.”

She propped her chin on her hand and smiled cutely. “Actually, I don’t think there are any useless books. It’s just whether the person who studies it is serious or not. Even if it’s something common, as long as you’re serious, you can learn something.”

As she spoke, Olivia raised her hand and took the book back. She carefully closed it and put it in her bag. Gillian’s fingers that were holding the glass of water trembled a little. It took her a long time to stabilize them.

She thought of a question. “It’s okay in town, but most of the villagers are old people. Many of them don’t know how to use it. How did you get them to pay attention?”

Olivia chuckled. “I’ve thought of this problem, but they’re all using WhatsApp now, so this isn’t a problem. The key is how to use and protect them after they become fans. We can’t possibly have new sandwiches every day, right?”

Olivia had indeed thought about this problem. She could not sleep for a few days. She thought about it day and night and finally thought of a good idea.

She took out her phone and let Gillian look at the app on it. Her tone was light. “I realized that Amazon and the other apps will spend money to buy new members. It’s about ten dollars per member. As long as a new person registers and logs in, they will give commission.”

Olivia looked serious. “Many of the old people in the village have never used Amazon before. They are all new users. As long as they register on Amazon, they are new members and can get money.

“I’ll post such a link and let them register themselves. Then, I’ll give them a direct rebate.”

“Will they register?” Gillian frowned. “It’s easy to follow social media accounts, but it’s very difficult to register on an app. You still have to download it.”

“Look at this.” Olivia waved her phone and showed it to Gillian. “This is a comic I drew. It teaches the elderly how to register.”

The manga was simple and straightforward. Moreover, the process was clear and easy to understand. She didn’t need to read to understand.

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Olivia continued, “This is just one of the ways to retain fans. Not everyone will register. There are more messages about the sandwiches in the account.”

Olivia was really serious about her business. Painstaking effort has been put into every tiny detail.

She told Gillian, “I really intend to make turn my sandwiches into a big business.”

Gillian originally wanted to ask if Olivia was sad these few days and if she was jealous of her favored and outstanding sister.

However, looking at the dazzling Olivia, she suddenly could not bring herself to ask those words.

Olivia’s willpower was never limited to a small world. Her eyes were always focused on her heart and the vast world.

Chapter 249

The food in the restaurant was not bad.

Olivia found everything delicious. She only felt full after eating two platefuls of food in a row.

Gillian teased, “Why? Did your family starve you?”

The corners of Olivia’s lips curled up slightly. Her smile was faint, but it was just right.

“It’s not that they starve me. It’s just that I’ve eaten enough of the sandwiches. I eat it every day. I’m tired of it.”

Gillian smiled and did not reply.

She picked up the cup and took a sip of water. After a while, she said, “There’s something I have to tell

you.”

Olivia nodded.

“You built the sandwich shop. You have to watch it carefully. Don’t let anyone pick the fruit.”

Olivia looked up and thought seriously for a while. She did not say anything and only smiled.

After leaving the restaurant.

Gillian immediately called Megan and asked her to suggest that the restaurant would be reserved for Doris in the future in front of others.

She wouldn’t give Olivia a single cent.

After hanging up the phone, Gillian raised her hand and flipped her hair.

She thought of what her grandfather had said countless times.

He said that Olivia’s medical skills were good. In the future, the Smith family would have to be supported by Olivia. She and Jarron would support Olivia.

For what reason?

They were both granddaughters of the Smith family. Olivia was the youngest. Why should she take over? Gillian was unwilling.

Now, she also wanted Olivia to taste the bias she had once suffered.

“Let’s see how Olivia can remain calm when Julian and Megan hand the Taylor family over to Doris,” she thought.

After dinner, Olivia wandered outside for an entire afternoon before returning home.

Dinner was already prepared at home.

At the sight of Olivia’s return, Megan’s expression was a little unnatural.

The others also pursed their lips and pulled a long face. They didn’t look too happy.

Olivia raised her eyebrows.

She thought to herself, “Why did my family change in just one afternoon?”

They were still very close to her in the morning, but now they were cold.

“Olivia Megan cleared her throat. “I have something to tell you.”

Stella was easily embarrassed and could not bear to hear what Megan said next. She only said, “I’ll go to the kitchen to take a look.”

Then, she left in a hurry

Olivia sat on the chair and glanced at Stella’s back indifferently. Then, she lowered her eyes and seemed to be deep in thought.

“Here’s the thing. Megan sat on a stool, holding her phone in her hand.

Her phone was on, and she was having a call with Gillian

Gillian wanted to know Olivia’s reaction immediately. She wanted to see her shock, pain, and unwillingness… Just like what she had suffered in the past.

“The sandwich shop at home. Your father and I want to leave it to Doris in the future. We also want to give this building to Doris.”

When Megan first spoke, her tone was still not very smooth, but as she spoke, she became more and more fluent. “Doris is the smartest and most outstanding child in our family. After getting into Capital University, she will have to settle down in a big city in the future. As parents, we can’t help much. We can only leave her more assets.”

“Olivia, what do you think?” Megan deliberately asked Olivia.

Olivia held an orange in her hand and slowly peeled it. She broke off a piece and stuffed it into her mouth. before looking up at Megan. “Mom, isn’t it a little too early to talk about this?”

On the other side, Gillian was excited when she heard this.

“It’s coming. It’s coming!”

“Get angry, get angry, be indignant, get angry to your heart’s content!”

She would be filled with resentment, just like her in the past

Hearing Olivia’s indifferent words, Megan was a little angry. She questioned, “Are you unwilling? Let me tell you, whether you’re willing or not, this family has to be left to Doris.

“She’s the hope of our Taylor family. She’s a university student and will become a great painter in the future. We have to give all the money and things in the family to Doris!”

The orange was a little sour. Olivia frowned and swallowed it.

She was a little too lazy to speak.

It was a very strange feeling. Half a month ago, she was still close to Megan and the others. She wanted to treat them well and work hard for them.

But in the past few days, this feeling had suddenly faded a lot.

Sometimes, looking at these people, Olivia actually felt that they were unfamiliar.

She did not want to argue with Megan about this matter.

However, she thought that since she was her biological mother, there were still some things that she had

to say.

She pinched the orange and deliberated over her tone. “Mom, don’t you think you’re a little too short–sighted?”

“What the hell?” thought Megan.

Megan was dumbfounded, wondering, “Why did she turn against me?”

“What short–sightedness?” Megan asked subconsciously.

Olivia licked her lower lip, feeling more and more strange.

During this period of time, although she was always busy selling sandwiches, she rarely interacted with

Doris.

However, even after such a short interaction, she could sense that Doris was stupid.

Be it in terms of IQ, EQ, or the way she conducted herself, she was like a primary school student. She was childish, aloof, and looked down on others.

Such a person could get into Capital University?

Apart from Donis, Gillian was also very stupid.

The instigation was too obvious.

However, Olivia could sense that she did not have any bad intentions, so she did not pay much attention

to IL

Olivia threw the orange peel into the wastebasket. She looked at Megan and said in a puzzled tone, “Why

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are you bringing this up now? Can’t you wait a few years until I make the sandwiches into a big business?” God, Olivia really didn’t want to say it so bluntly.

It was just a sandwich shop. She had only managed it for half a month and it had already reached such a scale. When she expanded the sandwich business, wouldn’t it be better for Megan to come and snatch it then?

Why was she talking about this now?

Even Olivia didn’t covet over such a small sandwich shop in town, let alone others.

Moreover, Doris sat at the side without saying a word, tacitly agreeing to this matter.

If Megan was said to be a simple woman who was not so scheming, Doris was a student at Capital University.

Her thoughts were too shallow!

Olivia felt that if she played mind games, she could play them to death.

It was so strange. In her memory, everyone said that she was stupid and did not know anything, but why did she feel that she was not stupid?

“Mom” Olivia took Megan’s hand and suggested sincerely, “Give me another two years. At least let me expand sandwich’s business into the city before you want it! Aren’t you afraid that I’ll be wary of you if you bring it up now?”

Megan was dumbfounded.

Doris was stunned.

On the other end of the line, Gillian was also stunned.

Olivia continued, “Sigh, your idea is really not great. You see, I’m the one that makes the sandwiches. I run the sandwich shop. I also found a way to accumulate fans. In other words, everything is dependent on me alone.

“Under such circumstances, shouldn’t you guys please me? Then you can make me support my brothers and sisters. When I expand the sandwich business in the future, I’ll give my brothers and sisters some dividends.

“How about this? I’ll personally manage the business and bear the burden. Brother and sister can get dividends without doing anything. This is the way a smart person should do things.”

Olivia was really ignorant.

How could anyone be so short–sighted?

She actually wanted to chase away the most capable person when the business was rising.

She wanted to say something, but some images suddenly flashed through her mind.

It seemed that someone had once said that she would inherit the family business and be the pillar of the family. Her brothers and sisters would do nothing but enjoy the dividends.

Actually, this was not very fair, but because she liked her brother and sister, she agreed.

In the end, her brothers and sisters were unwilling and despised her for snatching away their assets. However, they did not think about it. With their own medical skills, could they support the Smith family? The memory was only a flash, and it quickly disappeared.

Olivia did not probe further. She just looked at Megan seriously and sincerely suggested, “I think my idea is not bad, but if you insist on leaving this sandwich shop to Doris, I’m also okay with that.

“I can do something else. It’s just a sandwich shop. If you like it, take it. It’s no big deal.” When she said this, Olivia’s tone was indifferent. She did not take the sandwich shop seriously at all. This kind of indifference and nonchalance instantly shocked the people of the Taylor family. In their opinion, the sandwich shop was a huge golden hen, and it was personally created by Olivia.

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She actually said that she didn’t want it. She didn’t have any hesitation at all.

Even Doris looked at Olivia in surprise.

Although she looked down on selling sandwiches, she occasionally heard her mother, Megan, nag about it. She knew how shocking the amount of money made was.

Olivia actually abandoned it just like that.

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Olivia seemed to be a man of her word.

After saying that she didn’t want the shop, she never interfered in the sandwich business ever again.

She didn’t even settle the accounts.

It was as if she really had no interest in money.

Megan was stunned. She was speechless for a long time.

Doris sat opposite her and pinched her fingertips. She looked at Olivia seriously and said in a surprised tone, “You really don’t want it anymore?”

Olivia nodded. “I don’t want the money in the account, but I’ll have to charge for the recipes. The three recipes I taught Stella are free. I’ll charge two thousand dollars for each recipe for the remaining seven recipes.”

“So expensive!” Megan exclaimed. “You might as well rob someone!”

Julian pulled a long face and looked at Olivia with dissatisfaction.

Doris sneered.

She had thought that she was really a noble and pure person who didn’t want anything. So she was scheming here?

She looked over and sized up Olivia for a while. She had an accurate guess in her heart.

Such an unscrupulous scheme, yet she still chose to retreat in order to advance. She must be someone’s mistress.

A person could lose their memory, but their temperament would never change.

As the saying went, mountains and rivers were easy to change, but nature was hard to change.

That was the logic.

Even though Olivia usually looked hardworking and down–to–earth, she instantly revealed her true nature at the critical moment.

Doris immediately didn’t want to interact with Olivia anymore.

She was afraid that she would be tainted by the cunning aura of a peddler.

This would affect her pure talent in painting.

Megan was very dissatisfied with the fact that Olivia wanted money for the recipes. She muttered, “How can you ask for money? It’s just a few recipes. Besides, your father and I have raised you for so many years, but we didn’t ask for money.”

Julian knocked on his cigarette and said, “You can ask for money for the recipes, but you have to return the child support we gave you for more than 20 years.”

“Alright,” Olivia agreed immediately. “It’s only right for me to return my parents‘ child support. However, I don’t have any money on hand now. I can’t get so much money in a short period of time. The few recipes are the only valuable thing I have. How about this? I’ll sell them publicly.

“Now that sandwich business is so popular, I’m sure many people are willing to buy it. I won’t sell too much. I’ll charge four thousand dollars for each recipe. Once I get the money, I’ll give it to you.”

“How can you do that?” Megan was dumbfounded. “This is our family’s recipe. If you sell it, others will also sell sandwiches. What should we do?”

Julian was also mute.

He only wanted to put pressure on Olivia and ask her to give them the recipe for free. He did not expect her to sell it.

His face immediately darkened.

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“Mom.” Olivia was reasonable. “As parents, you have to be reasonable. You said that sandwich shop will be

left to Doris, and I agreed. You said that you want me to pay for the child support, and I agreed. What else do you want from me?”

Megan was at a loss for words.

It was still Doris who spoke.

“Olivia, you can’t be scheming toward your relatives. You’re Mom’s child. Everything you have should belong to Mom, let alone a few recipes. How can you ask for money?”

Doris spoke righteously with disdain.

She despised Olivia’s scheme.

Olivia leaned back in her chair and tapped her fingertips on the back of the chair. “Of course I’ll be filial to my parents. If this shop belongs to my parents, I’ll definitely give it to them. But the problem now is that this shop is yours.

“Even if we’re biological sisters, there’s no reason for you to take advantage of me like this. Doris, you’re still a university student.”

Doris was instantly speechless.

She frowned and thought for a long time, but she could not think of anything to refute Olivia.

At this moment, Julian slammed his palm on the table and said angrily, “Alright, we’re all family. How can. you be so squabbly? Let’s not talk about today first. All of you go and rest. We’ll talk tomorrow.”

He chased them all away.

Julian quickly gestured for Megan to speak to Gillian.

The two of them were on the phone, so Gillian heard the situation clearly.

She had a headache.

The Taylor family’s situation was different from the Smith family’s. Whatever the Taylor family had was all from Olivia.

However, the Smith family belonged to her grandfather.

Therefore, she and Jarron were qualified to have a share.

Derek and Doris from the Taylor family were not qualified to get Olivia’s sandwich shop.

The two situations cannot be analogous.

“How about this?” Gillian said. “Let’s forget about this matter first and not mention it again. In a few days, you said that you have a high–ranking official in your family who can take care of your children. Then, you can bring Derek and Doris over, but not Olivia. I’ll give you the specifics in advance.”

There was always a knot in Gillian’s heart because of things similar to this.

Ever since she was young, every time her grandfather hosted a big shot from Capital City, he would only bring Olivia over. He only brought Olivia to visit Mr. Swift who was in the convalescence home.

Mr. Swift was such an extraordinary person.

That was a figure that could only be seen on television. He was the top leader of the country.

Why did he only bring Olivia to meet such a big shot?

Gillian felt that it was unfair.

Therefore, she wanted Olivia to feel it too.

A few days later, Megan said that she wanted to bring Doris to visit her relative.

That relative was a high–ranking official in the province and had power and influence.

She wanted him to take care Doris.

“Yes.” Olivia’s expression did not change as she skillfully made the sandwiches.

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stay at home and look after the shop. I’ll bring your brother and Doris over.”

Olivia nodded. “Got it.”

Megan could not understand what Olivia was thinking. She stared at her for a long time and realized that she was not angry or jealous at all. Her expression was calm.

How could this be?

Megan didn’t understand.

However, she did not need to figure it out. She just needed to follow Gillian’s instructions.

In the afternoon, the Taylor family’s shop was empty, leaving only Olivia.

Everyone else had gone to the province.

Today’s sandwiches were sold out early.

Olivia had nothing to do, so she sat on the chair and read.

After reading two pages, Gillian arrived.

“Gillian, come in quickly,” Olivia called out.

Gillian looked around and realized that there was only Olivia. She pretended to be curious. “Why are you the only one here? Where’s Mr. Taylor and the others?”

Olivia took a bottle of water and handed it to Gillian. “They brought Doris to the province.”

“Province?”

“Yes, yes.” Olivia nodded. “They went to the province to see my uncle. I have an uncle who is an official in the province. My mother said she’s bringing Doris around and she wants my uncle to guide Doris in the future.”

Gillian frowned. “Then why didn’t she bring you along?”

Olivia didn’t care at all. “That’s nothing.”

“Why aren’t you angry at all?” Gillian was disappointed. “This is such a good opportunity. He’ll be a connection in the future. How can they leave you behind? This is too much!”

Olivia could not help but laugh. “Gillian, you’re so cute.”

Gillian frowned. “What do you mean?”

Olivia held the glass of water and took a sip before saying, “Who said that someone you meet once will be a connection? Gillian, aren’t you thinking too simply about connections?

“I don’t study much and don’t know much, but I know that the essence of connections is the exchange of resources. You have to have the ability to be able to build connections. Otherwise, it’s useless.”

Gillian shook her head. “Just because you can’t use it now doesn’t mean you won’t be able to use it in the future.”

Olivia raised her eyebrows and suddenly smiled. “Ms. Gillian, if you don’t have any strength in your connections, it’s like a pavilion in the air. You’ll only consume yourself and won’t bring any actual benefits.”

How could it be consumption?

Gillian didn’t believe it.

“Olivia, let me tell you a story.”

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Gillian told a story.

In the story, there was an old gentleman with the surname Smith. He was a brilliant doctor.

He had two granddaughters. The elder granddaughter was gentle and quiet. She had a reserved and considerate personality and loved medicine a lot.

The younger granddaughter was lively and mischievous. She liked to join in the fun. She had learned to play the violin, paint, and play chess but could not settle down to study medicine.

However, the old gentleman was exceptionally partial towards his younger granddaughter.

Whenever a big shot came to the family to seek medical treatment, the old gentleman always brought his younger granddaughter over but never his elder granddaughter.

Over time, those big shots had an impression of his younger granddaughter and treated her very well.

Later, his elder granddaughter inherited the family business and invited these big shots to participate in the ceremony.

Unexpectedly, when these big shots heard that his younger granddaughter was not around, they didn’t want to come as invited.

They had already become his younger granddaughter’s connections.

Gillian was very emotional, but Olivia was not listening attentively.

She was fiddling with her phone.

Gillian was unhappy. “Why aren’t you saying anything?”

Olivia looked up. “What should I say?”

Gillian took a deep breath. “Don’t you think the old man is partial?”

Olivia tapped her fingertips on the table and sighed lightly. “Gillian, have you ever thought of one thing?”

“What?” Gillian tilted her head.

Olivia continued. “You said those big shots were there to seek medical treatment. Then why did the old gentleman take his younger granddaughter with him? Did he bring her over to make a mess? Or can a doctor bring a child into the operating room?”

Gillian was stunned by the question.

“You also said that the old gentleman is a miracle doctor. He won’t do meaningless things. Then why did he take his younger granddaughter with him?” Olivia held up one finger. “There’s only one reason that makes sense. His granddaughter appeared as his assistant.”

“No way!” Gillian exclaimed. “His younger granddaughter is very young. She’s only in her teens. How can she be his assistant?”

Olivia’s tone was calm as she asked, “Then why did the miracle doctor bring a teenage girl with him when he was curing his patients? Gillian, you’re a grown–up. You should know that one would never try to make connections when others are sick unless he’s lost his mind.

“For example, when you’re as sick as a dog and in unbearable pain, someone brings a child over and tells you how cute and smart the child is. At such a moment, will you like this child?”

Gillian’s entire body trembled violently as if she had suffered a big blow. She kept shaking her head and muttering, “No, it wasn’t true! No, no.”

“There’s another doubtful point.” Olivia continued, “You said those people are all big shots and elites in the industry. These people are smart cookies and won’t act recklessly merely based on their personal preferences. There must be a reason why they rejected the elder granddaughter and liked the younger

one.”

At this point, Olivia paused and voiced her thoughts. “I don’t think the elder granddaughter should

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thoughts and attention on the younger granddaughter because she’ll probably have psychological issues

to herself and strive to improve her strength. Why bother with those big shots? If her medical skills were good

shot.

Isn’t it

Her grandfather was a miracle doctor, and she

granddaughter, she would go all out to study medicine and

that case, those big shots would

great it

befriend others and wishing to be liked, why not work hard to improve herself

honestly in the end. “I don’t like to associate with big shots. I like to become a big shot myself.” Gillian was already speechless. She was in a

left as if she was escaping without saying

their faces were red, and

it wasn’t true that they would meet a high–ranking official on this trip, Gillian had also given them practical

organized one small

all recommended by the association’s

for Doris.

it was not a large–scale

this competition, she could get to know many

her work could catch the eye of any teacher and be taken in as a

have a sudden rise in

state of excitement. She had even

returned to her residence. As soon as she entered the door, she saw another person in

Ernesto was back.

to have such a wide network. You even know the people from the

of her mouth curled

the Painting Association. That

Association

that teacher

teacher, she was nothing

of something and smiled sadly. “No, I don’t

Ernesto raised his eyebrows.

Grandpa hired Mrs. Rose Liebsig, the president

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so he only recommended

shoulders could not help

how disappointed she was at that time. It still stung her whenever she recalled the sadness, helplessness, pain,

to Olivia?” Ernesto raised his eyebrows. Your grandfather has indeed gone too far in

unfair. That Mrs. Liebsig is also to blame. Why must she want one disciple only? So what harm could it bring if she took both

and spoke up for

Liebsig now.” Saul took

the Hushe Republic for almost a month, Saul had

search.

encountered any doubts, he would

name, and

Husheni was not

family’s lineal branch spoke

reading Rose’s introduction, Saul suddenly cried out in surprise

far. She said she would only want one disciple, but five after she took in Olivia, she has

She’s a liar!” Saul snorted

paused, and he

face flushed red as if

moment, she did not know if she was more

years

It was just

two disciples five years later

at the side, angrily

Gillian looked more ashamed on her

nudged Saul. “Enough! Stop it.” If

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listening for fun. She was not very interested

character of the gossip came to visit

a

for a second when

“Good evening. I guess you’re Doris’s sister, Olivia? I’m

looking for Doris?

looked at the stairs, and a look of desire

“I’m not going up. I’ll leave

The painting competition?

for a second. How did Bettany

It was an internal competition organized by the

was mainly held to

the competition was not the point. What mattered was whether any teacher took a fancy to the participant’s work

Olivia’s confusion, Bettany explained, “I’ve read Doris’s Facebook

Facebook status?

she had

the phone over and gestured for Olivia to take a

all Doris’s

status of her participation in the competition, but

like a know–it–all. She was a sandwich maker the other day and now acts like a painter who knows how to mix colors. By the way, does

swept

face did not change, but her understanding of Doris

and contempt did not

it could tell the character

Doris was superficial

returned the phone to Bettany and

lot

as good as the

Bettany rubbed the painting in her arms. “I painted this. I hope Doris can

“Doris

a warm–hearted person. When she heard Bettany say

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over the notebook and

Doris looked impatient. She barely suppressed her frustration and said in a deep voice, “Olivia, you’re distracting me. Stop walking around. This competition means

did it mean

not think

about painting, but she could feel that Doris’s

handed the notebook to Doris and said, “Bettany told me to give you this. It’s some of her color mixing summaries.

Doris sneered.

casually took it over and threw it

a junior high school student. What made her think she

afraid that

over again.” Doris

and glanced at

but for some reason, Doris

Her fingertips trembled uncontrollably.

wanted to say something but could not speak a

the time she had fully recovered, Olivia had already left with the

was so mad that

the notebook and took it

across the street

less than two

entered, she saw no one in the

anybody home?” Olivia put

a panicked voice came from the door, and

pale, and she looked

before saying, “You’re from the Taylor

stopped on 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.

Talia nodded hurriedly and started to show her the door. “Alright, I see.

on the doorknob, she was halfway through the door when she

had chills all over and could

her forever to speak out a word. Olivia frowned

soon as she entered the house, Olivia noticed something was off. There were three shadows at the door of the small

height and compared to

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Olivia was very vigilant.

the painting at the door of the small room, there was also a broken

had happened to

she pretended that nothing had happened and walked to open the door and expose

Talia immediately freaked out and hurriedly said, “No, no, what are you doing? There are no outsiders in the house. It’s Bettany’s father.” Saying it, Talia quickly turned around and gestured for Tucker to come out. “Tucker, come out quickly.” Following Talia’s call, a middle–aged man in a suit and leather shoes walked out

smile on his

misunderstood. I’m Bettany’s father. I’m here to see her. I’m not a bad

Bettany’s father isn’t a bad person. Talia echoed Tucker’s words and even walked to Tucker’s side, looking like she trusted and

look at the shadow at the door of the small room and asked, “Then

ground?” Tucker did not

head and gestured for them

you going to do? Are you going

When she heard this, she freaked out. “How did you know? Did

“Shut up!” Tucker scolded.

felt this woman could not be more stupid, wondering how she could

Olivia gloomily. His tone was threatening. “Young lady,

Was he threatening her?

afraid of threats. If the other side spoke

would never compromise if she

did not even bother to pay attention to

the police officer who had rushed over excitedly to the Taylor family for sandwiches but ended in disappointment, “Officer, I

so angry that

counter was covered with tempered

didn’t move or wasn’t damaged at all. On the

it! He was so

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the room and trembled

introduction of Rose on Wikipedia again and

was very

that year, whose surname

was also an exclusive interview with Rose

personally admitted that when she took in her first disciple, she

she liked the

the ground

went through, “Mrs. Liebsig, you said you

when she received the call

the sofa and sat down, drinking water and listening to

the more she listened, the more confused

not help but interrupt Gillian. “Wait, you said that your grandfather invited

true?” Gillian

think there was any

current oil painting master. If her grandfather

know your grandfather too well. He

Gillian didn’t believe it. “Then why

people from all walks of life would do him a favor. No one

Gillian’s words, Rose was slightly surprised. “I think you’ve thought

he’s just a doctor, after all. Why would everyone humor him? Moreover, we didn’t know each other

you

the truth. “I happened to see Olivia’s painting at an art exhibition then. I spent a lot of

waste her breath with Gillian. “I went to Layfield

was about to break down. She clenched her fists tightly and barely managed to calm herself down. “So, you’ve never considered taking me in

happened back then. It had been so many years, so how could

choosing disciples. I don’t just go around taking in mediocre disciples. I wouldn’t lower my

not to mention

scalp went numb. It took her quite

praised me and said I had a

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“Ms. Gillian, I was just being polite.

Are you also being polite by grading them for me every year?” Gillian

but I’ve never seen

to bring your mediocre paintings to me for

of this,

was too thick–skinned for having ordered Olivia

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 the

be an ordinary person among the millions. She would have no chance or be in no place to come into contact with those top masters from all

of being grateful for Olivia, she

be more

want to say anything more. “For the sake of Olivia, I’ll give you a recommended entry to participate in the painting competition. Don’t call me

that, she hung up the phone

her painting, everyone from the

because making sandwiches in the

nothing much to do,

It was distant and peaceful, and it had

the sky could be better. She had mixed several colors but still couldn’t get the

a little black and turn it into a

glanced at Olivia

think. Olivia, can you please go to study the sandwich ingredients if you are

not feel attached to

came up to watch

been a responsible person. Even if she had lost her

and think for her parents,

had no intention of sucking up

turned around and

word, Doris’s expression looked more terrible. She snorted coldly in

and heard

looked over. “What’s

on a chair, eating almonds while watching the scene. When she saw Olivia, she pushed the bag of almonds to her side

street.”

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also came over and frowned.

spat out a mouthful

same age as Doris. They were classmates, but compared to Doris, she lived a

of junior high school and went home to look after

finally had a better life

Fulham, who had been missing

was born, Tucker left home to earn a living. But he had been away from home

good thing for the family of three to

started another family

returned this time. He wanted Bettany to marry

is!” Megan frowned. “He’s a total

Bettany is tough. She made a scene at the

long after she were back, Tucker chased after her

a

Talia, who had also urged her

one knew if Talia was really stupid or just

from a wealthy family, but so what? It still couldn’t change

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get some sandwiches, but unfortunately, the Taylor family’s sandwich

was rather upset. He was out of sandwiches back home and could not eat the Taylor family’s sandwiches

He was down.

that crossed Marco’s mind was that Olivia

Thank god!

that Olivia was

he was a lousy police officer. How could his mind be filled with food:

ashamed Officer Wood rushed over in

going on?” he

pointed. “Bettany’s parents have knocked her out

god! Marco

Even the biological parents could not

made a call

stop him. “Misunderstanding! It’s just a misunderstanding. Officer. please listen to me. We’re Bettany’s parents. Why

and looked

the small room. “Look, Bettany has already fainted. We can get the doctor to check on her later to see if she

towards the small room and saw Bettany lying

shook her hard several times, but Bettany did not

darkened as he

ruthless. “Mind your own business. We’re

Olivia nodded. “I

Tucker was shocked. “If so, why did you still meddle in our business and call the police?” Olivia took out her phone and found a recording. She played it to Tucker. “So, I recorded it just in case. Even if Bettany is on your side, Talia has already admitted to having drugged her. This is the evidence.” “You recorded

I talk nonsense to you for so long? I could have just left and called the police. I

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

Bettany sided with her parents and turned against

without doing anything and watched a young girl get hurt, Olivia could

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the lurch had

advance before calling the police. This way, nothing would go

Tucker was furious.

did not expect to meet such a

genius

all of them away, and Bettany was sent to the

to the police station to make

did you find

of

was a small piece of

his colleagues looked at each

observation. She could have seen all

Tucker Fulham and Talia Fulham have drugged her

because of Talia’s behavior. The daughter was in trouble, but 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 paralyzed guy for Tucker’s

“Oh my

could even

something irrelevant. “Do

head. She didn’t seem to be interested in

you’re good. You deduced everything just

Wasn’t she good?

did not think it was such a big deal

at the side reminded Marco, “This is

he almost forgot

be the fact, but they had

might

they were

up with nothing definite.” Leaving things unsettled was the best outcome. But they were worried that Tucker and Talia would twist the facts and accuse Olivia of calling the police to vent her anger, slander them, and ruin

Marco was dumbfounded.

his colleagues beside him widened

She was so well–prepared!

Why did you record?” Marco

make a false countercharge, so I recorded it as

a thumbs up.

woke up, she

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her.

any harmful consequences, and they were her parents, so Bettany did not intend

home and

brought some food over to

to you today. Thank you.” Bettany was a little embarrassed that she had only brought some

I painted this myself. It’s for you. I hope you like

an oil painting of

were clean. The entire painting looked amiable and gentle. It felt like Raphael’s

“Did you paint

speaking of painting, the smile on Bettany’s face brightened. She talked non–stop and said a

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

she did not give up. She worked hard to earn money

this.” Bettany smiled, showing two dimples on her cheeks. She looked cute. “I’ve read a lot of books and searched a lot

her previous gloominess and unhappiness. She was in

Not good.” Doris had come over without being

in her hand and directly poked at the portrait of the Virgin

the Virgin Mary was instantly dyed

Bettany

“Why did

long time, she said, “You

painting?” Doris was disdainful. She looked up and saw

tears. She frowned and said impatiently, “Fine. Fine. I’ll fix it

enhance it for you.” Doris arrogantly raised her chin as

deep breath and suppressed the anger in her chest. She hugged

arms.

Olivia. “I’m sorry, Olivia. This painting is ruined.

left with the

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Megan brought

is really ruthless. She even knocked out her

pitiful to have such a pair of

was wrong and call the police?” Olivia nodded. “Yes, I went to return the notebook and found Bettany unconscious on

agree with Olivia’s actions. Under normal circumstances, he did not speak much, but this time, he could not help but lecture her. “Don’t interfere in such matters in the

Olivia. Don’t interfere in other people’s business in

She lowered her eyes and held

had a nagging feeling that something

be benevolent and kind. Why would they despise her for meddling

massaged her temples and the suspicion in

this moment, her phone

It was Gillian.

town and wanted to talk

the sofa with her phone in her hand. She looked frustrated. Ernesto sat opposite her. His gaze lingered on Gillian’s face.

hypnotize her one last time. I want to see how Olivia will face it when she knows that the person

love with her

calmly? Or would Olivia be like her? Would she fight for Jarron’s attention and push her sister off the cliff in

was playing with his phone. His eyes were deep, and there was an evilness in them that was

and nodded. “Sure, but…”

alone is not enough. Relationships will become shallower as

idea. On the way here, I’ll pretend to be injured and get her to bring me medicine. Then, I’ll take the opportunity to hypnotize her and make her fall in love

through so much trouble to pretend to be injured just to hypnotize

flirtatious

be that I recognized the wrong person

Ernesto

Gillian was silent.

He actually came up

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she was hypnotized in such a location and in such a situation. In the end, it would

person she liked treated her sister well because of a mistake. How desperate would

Gillian nodded. “Alright, we’ll do as

a call from Gillian. Gillian asked her to take the small road to the east, saying that

and did not think too much about it. She walked toward the

city. There were no street

path to the east was a little remote. It was only nine o’clock in the evening, but it was already

to the

stopped in her

who was leaning against the wall in the middle of the path, could already hear Olivia’s footsteps. He pressed his shoulder

also stretched into the middle of the road, trying to

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

the hell was

He was going blind!

My eyes, my eyes!

tightly with his hands, but even so, the light revealed between his fingers was incomparably intense, blinding him to

was too

strong flashlight and had a clear view of the situation in

steps inside and was about two yards away from Ernesto. She asked curiously, “Why

at all. He could only determine where she was based

low grunt, Ernesto said weakly, “I’m

glanced at Ernesto’s wound and frowned. “That’s chicken blood.

Ernesto was speechless.

dog? She

Ernesto turned his head quickly and immediately corrected himself. “The blood is

huge stick from behind her. She held the stick in her right hand and poked Ernesto’s left. leg.

open his eyes, so he could not see

He nodded. “Yes.”

stick. “I’ll call the police immediately and get

the police.” Ernesto shook his head and made a painful expression. “I was shot

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gun…”

had already taken out her phone. “There’s a gunshot wound. I have to call

Ernesto was dumbfounded!

How did that happen?

had clearly told him that the plot in the novel was like this. The male lead was shot by a gun and could not go

did Olivia call

have to

novel. Therefore, Ernesto thought that Olivia would be like the female protagonist in

understand why Olivia

really interesting. What makes you think I’ll help a criminal? Of

only a fool would not call the police and casually believe in a strange man one met on the street. Even if she

have any money now. If she

give up on calling the police, Ernesto couldn’t take it anymore. He couldn’t care less

and 3 inches tall and had practiced boxing since he

pounce would definitely snatch Olivia’s

And yet…

Olivia, his abdomen was ruthlessly poked by

hurt so

fell to the ground with a thud and rolled

about covering his face. He covered his stomach

flashlight and shone

she saw the exotic face, Olivia’s body

Then, countless memories returned.

She remembered!

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forward. She easily restrained Ernesto

felt hurt

Oh! How magicall

he was still surprised, something even more

coldly.

changed drastically when he

He was stunned.

he said,

Then, she announced coldly, “The hypnosis has been removed, and our

got up from the ground and looked at Olivia

removed

a low voice, “I woke up when I saw your

you mean?” Ernesto was a

“Don’t tell me you think that I’ll hand myself over to someone

Not only did she have to give

set a time limit for

people she had secretly arranged would immediately appear and take her away. They would

hypnosis would not be

and pressure Fesmuowana

that time, things would not be under Emesto’s control,

a national

alley, Olivia threw the flashlight to

on her left wrist

minutes two ghost–like figures

Pets

Tavin‘ the raver of them said an

modded le due

followed beland When he tward as tw quickly ran a few steps and

see Cullat as you want to and

not log and track at all

Ese and Does she

Regret of

walk

a cow how you what chankung

get a

ducked

was very dark. Only the faint moonlight shone on her face, blurring her facial features and making

could still feel

mind, regret was the

She had already hurt others. What was the use

to make

calmly, “I let you hypnotize me in exchange for the Wilcox family’s hypnotism. Now that the hypnosis is over, we have nothing to do with each other

paused and continued, “I’m not a good–tempered person, and my patience is limited. I

meant to cut ties with Ernesto, which made him

in Olivia’s tone, but her attitude of leaving him alone as if she didn’t

was as if after tonight, they were no longer related. They were

suddenly felt an indescribable

wanted to

Olivia did not give him any time to speak. She

heartless.

back to his senses, the black car had already left like an arrow and disappeared into

left was a thick, foul–smelling

What a hateful girl!

stomped his feet in anger. How could there be such a woman? She didn’t even say

wanted to go

out of the window. Her tone was even colder than the night wind. “There’s no need. You guys

asked, “Where are we going

not far away. She suddenly thought of Bettany and said, “Let’s go to the Fulham.

fast food restaurant was already closed. It was pitch–black inside, and there was

and knocked

a while, Bettany came

and gestured

at Tyson and Peter and hesitated. After all, it was almost

she remembered how Olivia had helped her

courage

so late. What’s the

a little nervous

and comforted her. “Don’t be nervous. I’m here to tell you that I’m

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give

was surprised. “Where are

a few

was knocking on

lips and looked past Bettany to look at Olivia. His tone was sinister. “We have a guest. Why don’t you

Bettany was unhappy and reminded him. “Olivia is

not to meddle in other people’s business in the future. Otherwise, you

he said this, Tucker’s tone was filled with

Tucker’s sarcasm. She waved her hand to chase him away and apologized

looked embarrassed, finding it difficult

during this period of time… be careful. My father is not a

as she finished speaking, her face

had the courage to admit that their biological father

worry,” Olivia said calmly. “He

saying that, seeing that Bettany’s expression was still worried, Olivia added, “I’ll leave here tonight and never

a sigh of relief and then was shocked. “You’re not coming back anymore?

I’m not the Taylor family’s daughter.

very smart and immediately realized that there should

reason.

looked at Olivia reluctantly. “Then, Olivia, will I be able to see you again in the

back in her chair and said casually, “Let’s leave it to fate. We will

opened the car door. “Wait for me here. I’ll be

car and ran toward the door. After a while, she came back with a painting. ‘Olivia, this is for you.” Bettany looked sad. “I

at it. Suddenly, she smiled and said, “Then I’ll also give

he heard

that this young lady was so lucky to be favored

she might have

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the sandwich shop found Olivia was missing

“What should we do? Olivia

time. Maybe she’s gone out.” Derek and Stella also came down from upstairs.

for her. She’s gone. I’ve already transferred the money to your

hung

members of the Taylor family were left

voice. He took a deep breath and said, “She has left

really too much. She didn’t even inform us before

considerate and sensible, so Megan had already treated Olivia as her child. For

She started to grumble.

and said mockingly, “Mother, you really treat

enough that Olivia was not angry and didn’t take revenge. How could she

Stella thought of

suddenly shouted, “Oh no, we still don’t know the sandwich

a big

them,

we do?” Stella was so anxious that

are you panicking for?” Doris came down from upstairs and 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

suddenly felt more confident. “Yes, Doris’s painting is the most important. If the sandwich–filling recipes are gone, so

will affect Doris’s painting.

was furious. She raised her head

smiled awkwardly at Doris. “Doris, your sister–in–law is just too anxious. Don’t be angry.” “Derek. Doris glanced at Derek and frowned slightly. “Don’t be blinded by these small profits. Sandwich is so cheap. Even if you sell ten thousand of them, you won’t

are different. If I’m accepted as a disciple by a teacher from the Painting Association, I’ll be famous. Any random painting can be sold for thousands

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doted on her

was used to her attitude

this period of time, he had interacted with Olivia a lot. He had seen Olivia’s sincere way of thinking for others. When she helped others, she

Doris again, he felt

say anything. He just turned around and went upstairs

she suddenly received a call from the express delivery. It said that there

and looked

She

her shoes

and looked

Bettany, “Bettany is still young. She hasn’t seen you for many years and is a little distant.

me and marry into the Hall family. In the future, you can have whatever

hand that was

was cold. “Tucker, I’m calling you Dad for the sake of my mother. Don’t push

“How can you talk to your

her head and suppressed the sorrow in her heart. “Mom, I’m

her head. “I’m not asking you to marry him. It’s just an engagement. Your father said that the company is in danger now and only the Hall family can save

anymore. “Why should I help him? Doesn’t he still have a daughter? Why don’t you let

up!” Tucker’s voice was cold. “Missy is your younger sister. How can you be so heartless and not act like an

anger on Talia. “How

Bettany is still young and hasn’t interacted with Missy before. She doesn’t have any feelings for Missy. When they get along for a long

Tucker grew impatient. “Bettany must

Even if you use

Bettany and looked at Bettany angrily with reddened eyes. “Apologize to

used to her mother

longer hurt.

her face and looked at Talia coldly. “Mom,

that, she ran

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out to her from

Talia and said in a cold voice that seemed to come from hell. “Ignore her. Let’s see how long she can hold on. A girl shouldn’t be too stubborn. Doesn’t she like to

couldn’t help but

flashed in the depths

lowered her head and said in a weak voice. Tucker. Bettany is too young

at Talia and

touched Talia’s cheek. His voice was

lowered her head and

to the bathroom and washed her face with cold water to

understand. She couldn’t figure

her for so many years and had always doted on her, suddenly

wanted to force

face,

should be a piece of

it should

had given Olivia a painting, so Olivia also gave

been completely opened. Inside was not a

people still write letters these

was not a letter but a thin paper shell. It looked like an

What exactly was it?

confused. Was it a greeting

casually took out a thin golden paper shell and

was a

The more she looked, the heavier her breathing became,

an invitation to the

weak, and her wrist trembled slightly. She almost

that she

rubbed her eyes hard and looked

It was actually

to her by Olivia. Who exactly was

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pounding so fast that

words over and over again, feeling like she was

a good thing

was not a hesitant

young age, she had already taken on the burden of

decisive person.

the invitation,

did not understand this competition, Bettany planned to ask

the invitation letter in her arms. After running a few steps, she

Taylor family, Doris was in

very important to her, so she had to

was a little surprised. “Why are you

the invitation letter. As she ran too quickly, she

for her to

look!” Her eyes were bright like the stars in the

Doris was instantly stunned.

and dazzling Bettany. It seemed that ever since she met Bettany, Bettany had always been depressed.

in her eyes.

with you!” Bettany couldn’t control her excitement and showed

Doris did not react and thought that Bettany was joking. However, when she lowered her head, she saw the seal of the Painting

also Bettany’s name

couldn’t

did not seem like a good idea for her to come and look for

was a little

was too excited. Her mind was in a daze and she did not

would also be participating in this competition. The two of them would have

participated in this competition, she

fine.” Doris brushed her hair behind her ear and explained to Bettany with a smile, “I’m sorry. I was just

that Doris really did not

on the invitation letter lovingly. “Olivia?” Doris

tug at Bettany’s sleeve and ask anxiously, “Are you talking about

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second sister?”

relationship between Olivia and your family? She told

a little flustered. She stuttered, “Well, I can’t say for sure. Actually, I don’t know who she

didn’t

know, I learned how to draw on my own. I’m not as good as you, so I

would definitely not waste time examining Bettany’s

But…

and landed on the invitation letter. Her eyes gradually

so happens that we’re going to participate in the competition together and have a companion.” Doris reached out to take the painting from Bettany’s hand. Doris’s hand that was holding the painting suddenly froze when her gaze landed on the oil painting. This

painting so tightly that her

again and again, looking at the painting

of this

Madonna she had seen previously had already shocked her enough. She did not expect this painting to be far better than

How did that happen?

how to paint

only felt that she had suffered a deep blow and could not muster any

times before forcing a smile and saying, “Bettany, put the painting here first.

nodded. Then, she looked at Doris with concern and said in a worried tone, “Doris, you don’t look

been drawing recently. I

and bade farewell to

Doris hung up the painting Smoke in Village and traced it with her

another

and was not as good

more Doris looked at it, the angrier she became. In the end, she tore off the painting she had drawn, threw

her to be inferior to Bettany. She couldn’t accept

her head like

He was like a resentful husband

was unhappy

secretly criticizing him, saying that his menopause

Ellis’s criticism, he had

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seen that under the warm exterior of Ellis, there

he sent Ellis to the

everyone in the CEO’s office kept quiet out of fear that they would anger the

the CEO’s office was as obedient as

He could only bury his frustration

was really

clearly from the beginning to the end. Olivia felt that he was her boyfriend and had the right to know

Daniel did not agree to Olivia taking

he did not dare to

able

front of Olivia, he was timid and obedient

comparison was

Daniel returned home every day and didn’t

was

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to tell Olivia that Andrew was

or after they got married, he would slowly tell her that Andrew was

he was afraid that

she knew that Andrew was her child,

could Daniel

bear to compete with her

Olivia to watch many idol dramas and dramatic romance

lead until she was almost half dead and casually

novels were all fake. The male lead did not love the

he really loved the female lead, how could he bear

from her, even if Olivia

would rather die in pain

home at night,

iPad under the blanket. When he sensed that Daniel had come

pretending to be

not expose him. He only sighed softly. “Alas, why did he fall asleep? I

Olivia?

lifted the blanket and called

Daniel was so mean.

the doorknob with his slender fingers. “Andrew! Weren’t you

poked his chubby little face with his two soft fingers

forward and poked his chubby son with his fingertips. Andrew fell to bed. Then, he covered Andrew with the blanket lovingly and said in a serious tone,

sure that he was not dreaming. He argued, “I really

raised his eyebrows and asked, “How can you be sure that you’re

care less about pretending. “Daddy, I didn’t sleep just now.

I don’t believe you.” Daniel crossed his arms in front

looked up at Daniel for a

if a smart child panicked for a moment, he would still

found him sprawled under the blanket watching

was a very smart child. When he realized that he had been discovered, he immediately turned around and took out the iPad from under

it on the ground with a thud and promised Daniel with a puffed–up face, “Daddy,

the floor, so the iPad didn’t break when it fell to the ground. It only lit

moment.

picked up the iPad. He looked at the

for a

and hugged Daniel’s

it,” Daniel said slowly. “I remember we discussed about it before. How should I punish you if

lowered his head and said pitifully,

satisfied with his

burst into tears. He went forward and hugged Daniel’s thigh. “Don’t spank me. I’ll be good from now

had a pair of beautiful eyes that were exactly

pair of eyes, Daniel could not

Andrew to make a promise with a cold

Daniel returned to his room, he felt sad when he saw the empty bed. He was obviously lazy and unrestrained just

of heartache

was too

had acted like a father and a mother

He raised Andrew alone.

lost her memories and avoided all

took out his phone and slowly typed on

his words and described how he

blanket.

the child was not easy to discipline and that he was tired because he had to

Olivia

after he posted it, someone

It was Olivia!

excited. His fingers began to tremble and he could not press the

long time, he finally

on the way back. She felt a little dizzy,

the aftereffect of hypnosis. Even when she woke up, she

through it. Coincidentally, she saw the Facebook status of Daniel. Her

actions preceded

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tell

deepened, or after they got married, he would slowly tell her that Andrew

because he was afraid that Olivia would snatch Andrew

Olivia too well. If she knew that Andrew was her child, she would definitely fight with him for custody

could Daniel beat

to compete with her at

accompanied Olivia to watch many idol dramas and

she was almost half dead

were all fake. The male lead

the female lead, how could he bear to snatch

to mention snatching Andrew from her, even if Olivia frowned slightly,

in pain

home at night, Daniel went

under the blanket. When he sensed that Daniel had come in,

pretending to be

did not expose him. He only sighed softly. “Alas, why did he fall asleep? I was about

Olivia?

He suddenly lifted the blanket and

Daniel was so mean.

and turned the doorknob with his

face with his two soft fingers and smiled obediently. “Daddy. I heard

fingertips. Andrew fell to bed. Then, he covered Andrew with the blanket lovingly and said in a serious tone, “You heard

not dreaming. He argued, “I really heard

you be sure that

couldn’t be more anxious. He couldn’t care less about pretending. “Daddy, I didn’t sleep just now.

crossed his arms in

and looked up at Daniel for a long

a smart child panicked for a moment, he

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to give him a

she was feeling vexed,

through, neither of them spoke. Only their rapid breathing could

rustle. It was like an

color of Olivia’s lips

her lips were red and seductive, like the deepest color of rose petals, like a demon that sucked people’s

moment, she must be biting

bite mark on her lips, and the numbness

his

him, he would definitely not be able to control himself. He would hold her under

voice came out of

her lips and blinked her eyes. She could barely

“Daniel.”

of them did not speak. They just held their phones

spread along

in the front passenger seat, looked at each other and thought of the same thing.

Ha–ha!

missed Daniel. She had never liked someone so

she first came into contact with Daniel, she was

wouldn’t have wanted to interact with

Olivia liked him more and

more and more pleasing

could he be so good–looking, obedient, and understanding? His

felt that Daniel was exactly what she liked. She was fond

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knew that Olivia had returned

Daniel had bad intentions.

pick

I still

eyebrows and chuckled. “Is it

Olivia was speechless.

that Olivia was silent, Daniel knew that something was wrong. He quickly found a

cry?” Olivia was indeed

Andrew was crying, she instantly became nervous. Indeed, she

a

before he went to bed these past few nights. He asked me where Olivia went

doted on Andrew instinctively. When she heard that he had cried, her heart immediately ached. She

the door open for you.” Daniel smiled like a spring breeze.

Daniel even came to Andrew’s

and asked him to send Olivia a voice message. It would be

a daze and his mind was still

to see Olivia when he woke up in the morning, so he obediently agreed and sent a voice message to

up

him, “Do you remember what you did

Daniel with dissatisfaction. “It has been a while, and you can’t punish

“You played with the iPad behind my back. I haven’t punished you yet. I’ll punish you

then he

of an eye, Daniel pressed the

shoulder and said in a satisfied tone,

Andrew was speechless.

father was

Andrew’s cries,

of the Sullivan family to Tyson and

had already gone to bed. Olivia tiptoed into the house and

rooms. Tyson and Peter lived together, and Olivia had her

room.

journey, she was really tired and prepared to take

when she heard someone knocking on the

door. She asked, “Who is it?” Daniel stood tall at the door with a glass of milk in his hand. “It’s me, Olivia. I

milk.

now. It’s not convenient for

was super considerate. “I’ll

“The door’s locked.”

okay.” Daniel was ready.

Olivia was speechless.

seemed to have

she nodded. “Then

entered. He first looked around before placing

bathroom, his beloved was taking a shower. The sound of water seemed to drench

and

Daniel was tempted.

man didn’t even have any sexual desire for the woman. he loved, wouldn’t he be

all, he had been holding it in for so many years. If he didn’t have

were many bad intentions in men who were

in a bath towel after taking a shower, she saw a large patch

perpetrator looked at her innocently. “What should we do? The bed is wet. Where are

Daniel. She raised her beautiful chin

Daniel leaned over and

Olivia’s face, causing her body to go

almost hung

her chin and

eyes. “Of course… I’ll fuck

picked up Olivia and threw

into the sofa and her mind went blank for a moment. She blinked and before she could react, a muscular

gave her

Hmm…

Olivia woke up in Daniel’s

she opened her eyes,

had already

rubbed her forehead and could not

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not see

her down. His

was almost one in the afternoon when they got

still Tyson, Peter, and two nannies at home, Olivia felt too ashamed to

anyone.

to the world what she had done last night by getting up so late? She quietly went downstairs, thinking that the others should

and Peter, who were

lightened her footsteps and tiptoed around the two of them to go to the dining room to eat. However, Daniel appeared at this moment and

Shut up!

something he shouldn’t. She quickly went forward and

slippers, and because the ground was a little slippery, she rushed forward too quickly. She slipped away and plunged into

commotion was too loud. Tyson and Peter

Olivia throwing

and raised their thumbs at

and indifferent Miss Taylor was actually

Olivia was speechless.

was really too ashamed to face anyone. Her reputation had been

Daniel acted as if

explained to Tyson and Peter, “Olivia is too tired. I’ll

and Peter nodded in

her head

so embarrassing. They could think

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afternoon, Olivia and Daniel went to the

the way,

young man

old. He has

barely reached the legal age

what is your opinion?” Daniel turned to

felt a little bit weird. Why would she have an opinion? Some people married young

have one.”

At the red light, Daniel stopped the car and turned

Olivia frowned.

what

was about to ask him what

could, she heard his mellow deep voice just beside her ear. “Olivia, let’s get married

and looked ahead, pressed on the accelerator with his right foot and the

Olivia again, yet he said

repeated his words

her fingers, unsure of

topic so soon. She

she hesitated, trying to

made up your mind, we can get

Engage?

took a

Daniel

was lost for words

made it!

a very sophisticated person. He understood humans pretty

read a lot

once read something called House Splitting Effect. There was a dark room, if someone proposed to open the window, the proposal was very likely to be denied by a group of people, however, if another person proposed to destroy the ceiling then the first proposal

the exact

was to engage, not

up Andrew, the three of them went

felt a little guilty for having hesitated when Daniel proposed to get married. She felt that she had hurt Daniel, so she was very cooperative and she

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the initiative to mention

think we need to think about

sat on the chair. He had already taken off his jacket and was only wearing a white shirt. The cuffs were rolled up,

he

in his deep, cello–like voice, “No

No need?

Olivia looked up,

beautiful eyes

tapped his fingertips on the table and

holding the fork paused in the air. She looked over in

shook his head. “This is a good

a bit of a rush? Would they have the time to prepare

There were many things to prepare. They needed to make arrangements for the venue and the guest list. She hadn’t even purchased the clothes, shoes, and

Daniel said confidently.

out his phone and showed

the old residence of the Sullivan family. It’s

we need to invite a lot

are ready. Try them on and see

customized. They would

Daniel was talking excitedly.

around, he saw Olivia looking at him calmly with her arms

heart skipped

to himself, “Oh no, she found

up and said slowly, “Is this

Daniel said righteously. “I am just insightful. I knew we would get engaged one day so I had everything

and whispered, “I

he gave Andrew a

arm and blinked his big eyes pitifully. “Olivia,

saying?” Olivia’s heart softened. She held Andrew in her arms and shook him.

would you like to be my

do.” Olivia lowered her head and kissed the little boy’s soft

Daniel was very productive.

announced the engagement to the

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on Twitter: Dear Princess, I’ll see you on

Twitter and posted at

instantly, This tweet

the engagement of the richest man instantly hit the headlines all

was at the top

outlet was

found in the financial column, entertainment column, and even

The netizens were dumbfounded.

was going on. The news

believe that in the blink of an eye, the

netizens were

can he get engaged before

Ms. Taylor? Does anyone know? I

I the only one who’s curious? Look, I saw this piece of news on financial channels. entertainment channels and even scientific channels… What does it have to

a link

were all shocked by Olivia’s dazzling

the Lasker Award at such a young age.

biology, I still don’t think Ms. Taylor is good enough for Mr. Sulliva. After all, he is the wealthiest man

by money? How dare you say that

arguing with

the s, so the discussion didn’t go

and there was nothing

didn’t like it. He did not want to see any arguments. He wanted to

Hence…

group will pay the

Technology department of Sullivan Group posted, “We will send out 100

of Sullivan Group posted, “10,000 lucky netizens who retweeted would get 10,000

posted on Twitter: “We will select 10,000 lucky netizens from those who

dozens of Sullivan Group subsidiaries posted on Twitter, other cooperating

them.

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posted. “We will we buy the

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The nets went crazy

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Internet were in

countless phone

invited him to parties, hoping to meet his

sofa, his long legs bent. He lowered his gaze and scrolled through

was nonchalant, as if nothing in the world could

a particular message,

slowly looked over. “What’s

His voice was low and slightly husky as he

asked in a questioning

to gently scratch

He used to spend entire

things happened and he was busy with work, so he

at the entrance once more, Daniel felt

had become unfamiliar

staff were all well–trained, and their observant eyes didn’t miss

at a glance who people

had never seen Daniel and Olivia but they could tell from the

and extend a warm welcome

staff member led the way, he inquired politely, “Is this your first visit, or do you

came to a gradual halt, his gaze languid as he

His aura instantly rose.

his lips and smiled at the staff. “You

staff member felt as if his neck was

moment, the door was suddenly knocked open and

from the corner of his

managers actually appeared

two lobby managers in the club, one was male, named Steve Chandler and one

of them had always worked

appeared together

The staff was dumbfounded!

apologized, “Mr. Sullivan, I’m sorry.

Vivian also came over.

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beautiful, but her demeanor was not assertive. Instead, she exuded a gentle

her, and women

them and, rather than addressing Daniel first, she turned her gentle gaze to Olivia and inquired with a soft tone, “Mrs. Sullivan, how

familiar with her. Notably, she

called her Mrs.

and looked at the

she became the manager of a high–class club. Her EQ is high.” Olivia nodded at her and turned to

“Yes,” Daniel replied.

two of them in and introduced them along the way. “Mr. Sheeran has booked Room 8888

they exited the elevator, an inattentive waiter bumped into Olivia, causing her shoes to get soiled. Olivia had to

to escort Olivia to the restroom. He then

room.

he would turn back

dwell on minor inconveniences. She nodded in resignation

she followed the waitress

its presence on her shoes was quite irksome to Olivia. Olivia wanted to wipe it clean as

was going to get a wet towel, but she never came

to remove her shoes and rinse them under running water. Afterward, she

came out of

the identical hallways on either

It was easy

took out her phone

a red wine

nowhere, a man who appeared to be a supervisor suddenly materialized and gave her a nudge forward. “Why are you dawdling here? Get

he spoke, he pushed her into an unfamiliar private

inside and introduced Olivia, saying, “This is our new server. She would like to extend her apologies to all

Olivia a look and instructed, “Quickly serve wine to the gentlemen.” Olivia remained rooted in place and lightly touched the red wine bottle with her fingertips. She clarified, You’ve made a mistake. I’m

The man had no faith in her statement and scolded her. “What kind of training have you received? Quickly pour the

men in the private room let out loud, boisterous cheers. A lecherous middle–aged man looked at Olivia

knowing look. “What

The middle–aged man chuckled.

Then, she turned back to the supervisor and calmly clarified, “I’m

reply, the middle–aged

she’s a guest. Young lady, you’re playing

play the role of the server to attend to

Olivia from several directions as

room were dim, and

the wine bottle. The dark red wine bottle reflected her snow–white fingertip, making it look a

was clearly

“I’ll say it for the last

and jeered, “Once you’ve stepped through this door, regardless of who you are, don’t even dream of leaving. Stay here and serve me

was about to pounce on

was a hint of

It was scarlet red.

took a step to the side and dodged

her head and let out a chuckle directed at the occupants of the private room. All of a sudden, she swiftly

made of glass, and so

to the huge impact, the wine bottle instantly shattered, and wine sprayed everywhere along

and the sudden burst

timid ones even

left in a state of astonishment, their gazes fixed on Olivia in

her tone icy. “I

shocked crowd and walked straight to

door was securely locked with a combination lock. Olivia couldn’t unlock it herself, so she turned her head

and didn’t

her expression

time on these people. She picked up a

Bam!

Crash!

door was smashed into

hands sharply, moving deftly despite the shards of

a group of people remained frozen in place

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After Olivia left.

the private room opened

crafted from cotton linen and wore a silk shirt. The cuffs were casually rolled

and blurry. Her face could not be seen clearly, but her temperament

walked up to her with a nervous expression. When he spoke, his voice was

glanced over indifferently and did not

with a thud and stammered for mercy. “Ms. Manson, please forgive this time. I won’t let you

it difficult to discern her emotions.

head waiter appeared to have narrowly averted a catastrophe. His entire body was drenched in a cold sweat, as if he had just emerged from an

Ms. Manson. I’ll go to the surveillance room now and guarantee

“Go,” the woman said.

as if he

the Fracha Club’s guild hall was quite intriguing. On the expansive third floor, there were only four private rooms. In addition to 8888, the room Daniel had entered, and 6666, the one Olivia was ushered into by the head waiter,

the way, it would be impossible for the occupants of the two

private room had

the way, it would be

rooms to meet.

This was interesting.

that the rooms were isolated from each other, how did

pushed aside her skepticism and pressed the button on the

as if people inside were

gathering, clutching a hand of cards. His demeanor appeared nonchalant, yet his regal presence set him

cards on the table and beckoned

man sitting next to Daniel instantly stood up and tactfully gave up his

to stand up,

palm pressed down on

her petite visage and cast a quick glance at Olivia. “No, no,” she chimed in. “Today, it’s all about Daniel and Ms.

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shooing away the two men sitting across from her and clearing a spot. Pointing towards the vacant

nose at Daniel and offered him a charming smile. “Daniel, I’m going to challenge you

surrounding people chimed in, “Yes,

a piece of candy and threw it at

palm firmly on the man who was about

not

  1. up.

at Sarah

end, he still stood up to smooth things over. “Alright, alright, alright. Let’s take this opportunity to make things

walked up to Olivia and said respectfully, “Mrs. Sullivan,

Olivia sat opposite Daniel.

today. If one didn’t know better, they would have

she insisted on playing

could skip

Michael pulled

Daniel also looked over.

remarkably serene, devoid of any discernible fluctuations, yet

chill.

a chill

can skip the lie detector, but we must play truth or

to the waiter opposite

Sarah had enlisted. His card–playing abilities were exceptional, and he could discern the

opposite Sarah with one hand

to

the last time she played cards was seven years ago. It was during Christmas,

Olivia had always won.

three of them

Olivia nodded and agreed.

they still lost

the cards and looked at them repeatedly. He suspected that Olivia had x–ray vision and could

also very sad. He said, “I won’t play cards

However, it came true. They had

of the game, “The person who gets the Ace of Spades loses.

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Billionaires Missing Darling

progressed smoothly, with some individuals losing while others emerged victorious. Whether it was opting for

displayed subtle signs of nervousness. This time, Daniel got the Ace of Spades while

Daniel. “Mr. Sullivan,

Sarah clenched the cards in her hand and glanced at Olivia. Then, she smiled at Daniel. “Daniel, let me ask you something. I’m serious. If Winona hadn’t gone overseas, would you have continued to be with

pulled her and lowered his voice. “What are you doing? It was

“That’s the rule.

Taylor, are you also very curious? Do you want to know about Daniel and Winona? This is a

glass with her fingertips. Her

frowned and wanted to provoke her

this moment,

voice was casual and meaningless as

just a single sentence, Sarah’s countenance underwent

“Winona

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could he pretend that he

banged the table and rose

gloomy and her

so angry that she lost control of her emotions for

gently pressed her down. “Enough now,”

you

realize

away in anger. But in the end, she managed to control

The present Daniel was no longer

her grandfather treated Daniel with great respect,

she was aware deep down that she shouldn’t have a falling out with Daniel, she couldn’t shake the

Winona

simply one of the privileged youth, seemingly lacking any notable abilities. Winona guided

Winona, he wouldn’t have achieved what

taken

an

was filled

left

Daniel had matured and learned

with

Sarah dwelled on the matter, the deeper her

and she had been childhood friends, sharing countless memorable and adventurous moments over the

they

when they met Winona, a wealthy young lady from

upbringing, she had never been

the realm

grace from the altar to join the cluster of less refined

Daniel had fervently

feel that Daniel wasn’t quite up

cherished daughter of the Prooco Group’s leader, whereas Daniel was merely a wealthy youngster. Plus, with his uncle’s influence looming, Daniel’s standing within the

an arrogant affluent youth with no prospects of inheriting the family fortune. Therefore,

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make a wager with him, insisting that he would never be able to measure up

far

successfully

instant, Sarah was so astonished that

still held onto the hope that Daniel

Daniel was riddled with bad habits, and

never inclined toward serious matters; he simply relished having a good

many times Winona advised him, it was futile. He remained consistently careless. Ultimately, Winona felt disheartened and chose

Winona broke up.

profound emotional blow, causing him to disappear from

back, he became a

addition to reacquiring control of his family’s business, Daniel went on to establish

gave

which eventually catapulted him to the pinnacle of wealth, making him the most affluent person

of this was motivated by

any other women by his side. He

had been thinking about

be waiting

her great surprise, he was getting engaged to another

clenched her teeth in

let’s stop now. Olivia is here,

her head to hide

genuinely sorry,” she confessed. “Today, I overindulged a

picked up a glass of red wine

and coughed a few

Daniel, “Daniel, to celebrate your engagement with Olivia, we’ve prepared a masquerade ball. Let’s go over

she stood up and made way for

for a while, he realized that Daniel did

puzzled and

poked his head

did not get up

Instead, he raised his chin and looked at Olivia. He

not react for

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doing, he

actually asking a woman for

was stunned, and so was

“Yes.” Olivia nodded.

of hypnosis, she was mentally and physically

studying or working during this period.

liked having fun and was

cliff by Gillian,

off and devoted all her energy to learning

and Gillian

longer needed to repress herself; rather, she would begin to gradually open her heart

was on the first

to change first. The men were all wearing the same tuxedo, and the women were wearing the same sapphire

was the

Emily brought Olivia to

handed a sapphire blue fishtail dress to Olivia. “Try

and glanced at

this, Emily explained, “Don’t worry, they’re all new and very

went to the

to her outside. “Ms. Taylor, have you been to 2046 before? Why haven’t I

my

with Sarah and silently mouthed

hadn’t even visited

man and woman had

actually Olivia’s first time

applied it. She pursed her lips in front of the mirror and glanced at Olivia from the corner of

eyes were filled

Daniel got

was far

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after changing her clothes. The blue fishtail dress perfectly outlined

twisted the golden lipstick

she wanted to

gaze landed on Olivia, she was

cliché

ladies were wearing the same sapphire blue fishtail dress, every

curves of the human body, promoting one’s strengths and hiding one’s weaknesses, which would help to display a

Even if a Victoria’s Secret supermodel were to wear it, it would not

had carefully chosen this

every cut, and

looked even uglier on a person than

not expect to be stunned. “Oh my god. Now that she put it on, the dress feels even

the other changing room, did not hear the commotion outside. Listening around,

toward Olivia. She then lifted her hands and zipped

the mirror, Sarah smiled

was tailored by a master, which

but after wearing this dress,

the high heels, Sarah prepared to show off in front of Olivia,

a country bumpkin like her compare to 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

was determined to crush her

raised her

of a sudden, her powerful aura was instantly

be?” she asked

Sarah’s expression cracked.

clothes on Olivia made her look like she had been reborn. There was an unusual charm exuding from her

as they met, Sarah was almost crushed

was ashen as

reminded her quietly. Otherwise, Sarah might lose control and go

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“Ramirez, that big liar!

the ugliest in the world? Why

“Ahhhhh!” she screamed inside.

was about to go

was more stable than her. She pinched her finger hard and looked

She could already guess what Emily was going to say next. However, she did not stop her. Instead, she looked

I took the wrong dress. It belongs to another customer. I’ll find another

“Yes, yes, yes. This dress belongs to

she lowered her eyebrows, unwilling to agree or

and suddenly smiled before saying in a mocking tone, “Ms. Taylor, don’t tell me you want to take someone

on purpose to provoke Olivia so that she had

good if word got out that she had stolen someone else’s

Emily indifferently before smiling. “Whose

Emily was stumped.

I going to find the owner of this dress?” she thought while turning around and

“This dress

was a little better than Emily’s. “I’m really sorry, Ms. Taylor. I like this dress very much. I really do like it. I didn’t expect Emily to

dress?”

much.” It was rare for her to soften her attitude

Olivia looked too stunning in this dress, so Sarah was certain that

you want to

Sarah nodded. “Yes.”

I’ve already worn it.

like this dress too much. I can’t wait to wear it

Emily nodded cooperatively.

this dress so much that Olivia had no choice but to take it

there was no need for

had already

Emily looked at each other and saw the

to be so easy to

into another royal blue fishtail dress. This time, when she came out of the changing room, she even put on a

gaze, not taking it

the other hand, sized her up carefully. However, the shawl was too big for her to see the

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inside.

few glances before retracting her

walked over and handed the

said calmly,

the clothes to the

want to wear the clothes that Olivia

not a loss to wear it, and she might even be stunned

outcome.

Sarah was really

quickly took off her clothes and threw them to the ground. Then, she put on

putting everything on, she looked at the mirror

figure in the mirror, she felt as though her shoulders were too

went numb as

is this!”

was so ugly

no. I can’t go out in this. I will be mocked to death,” she thought

fingers trembled, she tried to pull up the

and slender arm reached

curtain of the changing room was pulled

exposed in front of

leaned over to take a

her expression completely

“What the fuck…

is this ugly

left leg. Her fair

to be in a good mood as the smile on her face was dazzling. “Miss Anderson, you have a

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Sarah’s face darkened.

around and looked at Olivia.

taken off her shawl, revealing

and beautiful in it. It was even more

this point that Sarah

had done it on purpose. She had put on the ugly

The anger in her heart was completely ignited and her temper

it was about to burst out, she

took a deep breath

surprised and looked

fiery temper and was short–tempered. After being provoked and

eyebrows and tapped a finger on

be something fishy going

The ball has already begun.” Emily was afraid that Sarah would not be able to

you.” As she spoke,

and the three of them walked towards the

in the middle

the way, she said, “Let’s walk further and see where Daniel and

nodded and walked slowly

many people at the ball. In just a blink of an eye, Emily disappeared without a

wearing masks. Coupled with the dim

She found a corner and sat on a bar stool to watch the people dancing in the middle of the

couples dancing

as the music changed and the tempo increased, there were gradually people who could not keep up and had

there was only a man and a woman left

from the center. Everyone was wearing the same clothes and masks. It was impossible to tell who was

that the couple in the middle

man stood

long. Her half–length hair was tied into a bun on the lower left side of

looked like a lady from

and the surrounding

heard the people beside her sigh. “What

heaven.”

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are so

you agree?” someone said, turning

someone to talk to her. She paused

when she did not respond. “Why aren’t you saying anything? Don’t you think the people in the middle of

Are they compatible?

did

in the middle took off his mask. From Olivia’s direction, most of his side profile could be

and wanted to walk

for some reason, the crowd that was originally standing quietly suddenly surged and gathered in the

stopped Olivia in her

and look at the center of the crowd.

beautiful

constricted imperceptibly. A trace of surprise flashed in his deep eyes. “Why are

tilted her head, curled her lips, and smiled lightly

a step back and distanced himself from Winona. His tone was less friendly than before. “Of course, I welcome

that, he immediately turned

that he was looking for her

instantly melted and

walked towards Olivia. He took her hand and introduced her to everyone. “This is my fiancée, Olivia.

at Olivia and said gently, “Hello. My

shoulder with her right hand and smiled naturally. “I’m this guy’s

glanced at Winona’s

felt a little

Olivia’s gaze,

was open and natural. “Don’t misunderstand. Daniel and I are old friends. We are good

shoulder and nudged him with her elbow. She

Good buddies?

Olivia frowned.

her,” Daniel leaned in and whispered into Olivia’s

extremely distant and indifferent tone, “Winona, since

eyes

Daniel continued, “You’re just an ex–girlfriend. What’s there to

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held Olivia’s hand

the spot alone. Her gaze grew profound

her eyes.

around for so long, everyone was a

the second floor,

group went over

went to the washroom

tidying up her clothes and was about to push open

little overboard today.

Emily

felt that

a reaction. She just touched up her makeup

aren’t you saying

pancake and asked, “Say

anger. “Why aren’t

do you need?” Emily snorted softly. “I think you’re

Sarah was stunned.

the same hair length, and the

look at their backs,

have noticed if you hadn’t mentioned it. Olivia does

is just a substitute. Why are you so nervous?”

for some time, Olivia still stood in the cubicle and did not go out. Actually, she did feel

knew that she had gone to the washroom, but they came here to

this on purpose for her

it was so

all an act, but her heart was still filled

that couldn’t

did Daniel

floodgates. There was no prior sign at all.

he like

of time, and they did not spend too

was he so sure that she

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that she shouldn’t doubt

loved her to the core could change overnight and turn

Olivia suddenly felt uncertain.

like a sister to her, would push her off the cliff, was there really such an emotion in the world that would remain firm and

it possible for Olivia to place her

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by Michael were not

to eat the spicy grilled fish. She had always been fond of spicy food

the more

heart’s content, she didn’t forget to pick up a piece for Daniel. She spoke as she placed it in his place. “Try it. It’s not

with

to ask him why he wasn’t eating it when Winona, who was sitting on the other side, frowned and

eats spicy

at Olivia and asked calmly, “Ms. Taylor, don’t tell

on

that Daniel didn’t like spicy

don’t even

has always been afraid of spicy food. In the past, when we went out to eat, he didn’t

corner of her mouth. Her eyes were sparkling

yes, yes,” Sarah chimed in. “Daniel never eats spicy food. Whenever we used to eat out together, the table would be full of

allow anyone else to eat spicy food. He didn’t even allow me

of them

talking about their youth, discussing about their

past that had nothing

with each other, Olivia

had met

got to his feet and intended to move the spicy

Michael and complained, “Michael, why did you order so many spicy dishes? Have

he was muddle–headed

spicy dishes were not ordered by him at

was still curious as to why Sarah

Now, he finally understood.

Sarah had

Michael sighed inwardly.

women were

and glanced at Olivia.

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science arena. He heard that her family background was not bad either. She was quite

back, Olivia

Unfortunately, Winona had returned.

Daniel didn’t like spicy food and foolishly

What a silly girl.

be angry and throw

unable to bear to

mine first. I haven’t used mine much, and it’s very clean.” Winona handed her plate to Daniel, then gestured

spoke, she placed her

her plate was very clean. It only had a few

Hot

switched her plate with Daniel’s very naturally, as though she had done

constricted as she slammed her

could speak,

spicy grilled fish on his plate and said in a puzzled tone, “Who said I don’t eat

he spoke, he slowly ate the spicy grilled

in shock, especially Michael, whose eyes were about to pop

was he doing? Daniel was actually eating

She could barely maintain her composure as she stared at him in a daze. “D–Daniel, when did you start

only met a few times and eaten a few times. Don’t

saying this, Daniel even moved to the side to distance himself

show that he

not help

was also happy. He moved his fork quickly and ate a few spicy dishes in

steak. He ate at least a serving or two of each

She quickly pinned down the hand that was holding the fork and whispered to him,

put down his

eat it, he

a

to everyone, “I’m

silence

widened their eyes and looked at Daniel’s

eyes were

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It was impressive!

then at Olivia.

interacted more

Daniel did not eat spicy food and did not even want to smell

words, Daniel could

sake of Olivia, he finished half a plate

in her life to barely maintain her indifferent attitude. It took all her effort so that she did not just walk away from the

table, clenched into a fist tightly. Her

Daniel!

spice in

have been angry at her for

had been so many years, but he was still furious with

help but tear

much must he love

profoundly. He must have loved her to the core to eat half a plate of jalapenos just to annoy

knife and twisted it. Olivia sat there for a long time and realized that Daniel was still not back. She was a little

the corridor and finally found

to speak when she realized that Daniel was

as though

realized that Daniel could not eat spice at all. That was why he had run to the washroom,

she realized this,

you shouldn’t eat it.” It would feel even worse to throw up after

Olivia, he seemed to have found solace and

do it for you. I can’t let you

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placed his head on Olivia’s shoulder and rubbed

a kitten tickling

pay much attention to what he was doing. She thought

suddenly narrowed

used to develop his career, while the other half was used

just a slight movement from her, he understood what

had stopped, he immediately

sharp eyes instantly became

big puppy wagging

look

always been soft–hearted. When she saw

hurt?”

hurt his stomach after eating so

his head.

raised an

where did it

as though he had done

Olivia stared at him.

to push him

tighter. “Oh

hand to her forehead and said in a helpless and

speaking in such a tone. He looked up and glanced

felt even

also a ball of fire in his lower abdomen,

head against Olivia’s neck and whispered, “Olivia, let’s go home. I’m

at the black watch

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seen

want to rest and sleep.” After saying that, he

turned his head abruptly, looking as though

for a moment, Olivia did not react.

felt a

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found a

to find another topic. “Let’s go home. Andrew must miss

stood rooted to the ground and still

nervous. His heart tightened

of fear, his voice was intermittent. “Olivia,

leave me behind!” he

He suppressed them in his heart,

too drastic. It scared

handsome face. Her voice was slightly bewildered. “What’s

hearing Olivia’s voice, Daniel reacted as though he had woken

Olivia, as though

his arms with so much force. There was an urge in him that demanded

wrong, tell me. You must tell me! Don’t

had never seen such a fragile Daniel before. Her heart

patted his back and said gently, “Why would I leave you? Have you

Daniel was happy

everything that had 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. I was provoked by our friends and courted

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

did not give Olivia any chance to misunderstand what was going

who wanted to sow discord between him

about it, he would definitely teach

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

her.

in him to suddenly shake off his female companion. Moreover, there were too many people on the dance floor at that time. If he suddenly let

saint. He was clear about right and

that would hurt

Winona, he talked about

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against Olivia’s delicate face. He explained

she’s not a good person, but her grandmother

a

family only paid attention to his uncle, who was seven

parents did not dote on him and they did not love

incompetent. They despised him and compared him to his uncle. They said that there was

his biological

was too naughty and useless. The Sullivan family would be handed over to his

like to go home, so he went to the Anderson family’s residence

the most. She said that Daniel was the best and smartest child in the world. It

Daniel to

kept saying. You can’t dig yourself into a hole because of this. If they don’t love you, you can love yourself. If they don’t give it to you, you can start your own

that was the case, you would fall into their trap. They hope that you will hate them, that you will grow up crooked, and that

must not

He was very eloquent and knew

was completely taken in by

this moment, she suddenly understood

I won’t pay attention to Sarah. I’ll tolerate her

it. He looked at Olivia as if she was a fool.

did he

was a

in the future, don’t be obvious about it. Do it secretly. Otherwise, she will definitely complain

will make things difficult for

Olivia stared at him.

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a long

that she had given him so much face that he bullied her like

saw the highly publicized engagement event trending on Twitter, she knew that Daniel was forcing her to

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a good

extravagance. He preferred a simplé engagement ceremony that would not blow

engagement, and that

she had returned from overseas as he had

Daniel, Winona knew that he had a bad temper. He definitely hated her for

on purpose, and embarrass her in front of others. Before Winona returned to the country, she was

made up her mind to endure everything and do her

Daniel had

and

could no longer indulge him like this. She had to let him understand that her patience had its

provoke her in

stay any longer, so she got up and

after her. “Winona,

were cold, and her face was covered with frost. “Sarah, go and tell Daniel that my

that, she

the restaurant and happened to see Winona’s departing

angry!” Sarah stomped her feet in frustration. Daniel had

when she saw that Daniel was engaged to Olivia, she thought he had fallen in love with

out, she realized that he was using Olivia to force

got what he wanted and

Winona, driving

sighed and said helplessly, “These two enemies are clearly in love, but

feet hard. “If it weren’t for Grandma, I wouldn’t have bothered with him. I’ll let

don’t be angry anymore.” Emily comforted Sarah and pulled her

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quite a bit of

Emily returning, he was quite puzzled and

gone.” Sarah snorted. “It’s all Daniel’s fault. He’s getting more and

talking

is deliberately trying to provoke Winona. Didn’t you notice that Olivia looks very similar to Winona?” “Look similar to her?” Gideon frowned and

“Her temperament does look a little

is trying to find a woman who looks just like Winona and then intentionally gets close to

see it, but

left, she had never seen any women around Daniel,

be doing it intentionally to have

that something was amiss and felt it was all

family’s side, Samuel had disappeared without a trace since his arrest. Emma was in prison as

had

getting weaker day by day, lacking in energy, and spending as much as 18 out of

had brought Amelia to several hospitals, but none of them could identify

doctors‘ most common advice was for Amelia to relax and not to worry

Liam believed that Amelia was suffering from sadness and depression, so he told William to stop pushing her too

did not believe it. He felt that Amelia’s condition wasn’t

servants to keep an eye on Amelia to prevent her from

always times when he

Amelia still saw it.

the same time. “Samuel is missing, Emma is in jail, yet Olivia is doing well. She’s even

defy her parents and

voice was shrill, her eyes were

due to her excessive agitation, after her outburst, Amelia

never woke

had looked for famous doctors, but they were all helpless against

gathered together. Even Maddie was here, they

overseas?” Cathy held Amelia’s hand as tears

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already invited the top medical team overseas to take a look,

we do

in the middle of the bedroom, dressing in the same suit as usual.

his pocket, he tugged at his tie with

his

tie and threw it on the sofa. Suddenly, he raised his eyes and looked straight at Maddie. Maddie’s heart skipped a beat as she heard his calm and cold

into silence as soon

even Cathy, who was most concerned about her daughter, had

in a trembling voice, “Will she help us now that we’ve reached this

“I will do my best to save

irresistible might, “So, you all should

out his hand toward Maddie and said, “Aunt,

at

few days and nights. Despite his tall stature, he appeared thin and

the entire Taylor family’s burdens

care of his erratic father, and his mentally ill mother, and deal with

and sought help from him, but not a single person thought that he was in a

all. If you don’t look for her and just distance yourself from her, she might forgive you in a few years,

of a way to force her to appear and save your mother, she

and had

that Samuel and Amelia were the

actually do anything. At most, he just

was human nature. One side was his parents, and the other was his

that these children could get along

is why she placed great importance on her nieces and nephews, treating them as if they were her own and showing a high level of

appeared on his face. “Parents can’t choose. This is my responsibility, my duty. I can’t just stand

William lowered his head, his eyes a little red. “I’ll go and beg. Even if she wants my life, I’ll do it. I just hope

Maddie stopped talking.

carried the entire burden

Maddie’s phone, William called

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with Andrew

much and answered the

it up, she realized

slightly with

of William. This person was very responsible, shrewd, and quite

she and the Taylor family had reached

important, he would have never called

did he

answer the phone, leaving

attention was not entirely

Taylor.” William’s tone was very polite.

lips and sneered. “Mr. Taylor, no need to be

the distance. After a while, he said calmly, “Ms. Taylor, may I ask you

“Yeah,” she replied.

all of this hadn’t happened, and if we could turn back time to the day you first returned to the Taylor family, and there was a conflict between my mother and Grandpa Isaac,

the tip

green spot slowly turned into the patterns on the

He clapped his

and kissed the little guy on the forehead and whispered, “Would

ran upstairs with the drawing paper in

wanted to frame the picture of the little turtle and

what Olivia drew for

senses

understood William’s intention

it were her when a conflict arises between giving birth to

although Amelia’s actions were a little

as each of the five fingers had its own

interaction and exchange of

her tone was firm. “Of course, I’m leaning towards Grandpa Isaac. He raised

it means that human nature is like this. Therefore,

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with that?”

right.” Olivia nodded. “Actually, I’ve

she never blamed Amelia for being biased. She could even accept that her mother

her biological mother was a

distinguish right from wrong, could not see the difference between good and bad, and did all kinds of

stood 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

to give me any love, what right does she have to ask me to give in? What right does she have to meddle in

Olivia raised her voice and said in an extremely fierce tone, “The first time, when Emma tried to have someone insult me, it was Amelia

Was it because she gave birth to me,

side with Emma, she would find a way to seek reconciliation, offer money

is she so arrogant when it comes to me? Is it

“Also, she helped Emma frame me, slander my reputation, and even wanted to use public opinion to intimidate

No matter how powerful the Taylor family is, they can’t surpass the law. But why did

she gave birth to me and

said coldly. “It’s you who went all out and told me that human nature

not take the

I’ve never seen anyone, let alone a mother, claim that human nature is so base that it

harmed me that I must forgive her? I want to ask, if she hurt

mean I have to forgive her no matter

and resonant. They were like

made his heart

to hate them so

lips trembled violently. He knew

looked back and saw Amelia lying

he hardened his

do you think the favor should

wanted to laugh. “William, are you never–ending with this? Amelia has already made

in the Taylor family for five days and five nights, but you didn’t stay long

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by one, “Emma has

Instead,

the mastermind behind it and has already received the punishment he deserves, while Mom

Olivia was silent.

William softened his tone. “Olivia, I’m not forcing you. I just want to tell you

That night, she bled profusely and her body was severely deficient. It took her five years to

sleeping at night. Mom was so concerned that she didn’t trust the nanny. She stayed up with you every night, and during your postpartum period, she didn’t get a full night’s sleep. After that, she immediately fell ill. She resisted taking medication while breastfeeding, so

year, Mom went crazy looking for you. The pain of losing her daughter made her suffer to the

things and hurt you. I won’t hide this because this is

for five years,”

force you. You can

up the phone.Chapter

with Amelia Taylor for several months because

Smith family, Olivia Taylor, is soft–hearted and benevolent. She

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tradition of saving lives and helping the injured. She specially hired world–renowned doctors

having a conscience, and the Smith family was hailed as a model in the medical

in front of the world,

social networks, including

were like flowers blooming after

a few days, the Smith family’s reputation

had never come into contact with the Smith family widened

They couldn’t believe it.

that there was actually such an ancient medical

Hushe Republic’s medical skills in novels. Now

all left s on

can’t sleep. There’s really a medical family in our

all seen the

top medical team from Bruce Hospital in Fesmuowana

top cardiovascular specialists‘ team from

world’s top brain surgery specialist in Mala, Dr. Moss, is heading to

pounding. Who is this the Smith family? They can actually invite so many big shots in the medical world. They’re too

female scientist who won the Lasker Award. So, she’s the

name Olivia Taylor sounds a little familiar? I feel like I’ve heard it somewhere

you dumb? This is the fiancée of the richest man, Daniel Sullivan. It’s Miss Taylor, Olivia Taylor!” “Oh my god, oh my god. Indeed, outstanding people still have to be with outstanding people in everything. The young richest man

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William held the phone and a hint

said he

owed to manipulate her, despite the fact that outside newspapers and news reported that Olivia had no connection to the Taylor family by blood, and had

were still many people who knew about

say anything

would consider her as having a questionable character and may not have wanted to associate with

not long ago, which was renowned for its medical

a family member, it would cause a huge blow to the

and did not care

William was confident that Olivia

The Sullivan family.

call, Olivia sat on the sofa and stared at her phone in

downstairs and

on the phone and knew what

how much Olivia had suffered, Daniel felt terrible from

sour and bitter

any longer, tears were welling up in

at all, no

Olivia suffering made

a knife wound to himself, but he couldn’t stand Olivia losing a single strand of

do what you want to do.” Daniel leaned on her shoulder and comforted her. “Andrew and I will always be

Andrew ran over from upstairs and leaned

with

Olivia’s expression suddenly improved. She lowered her head and touched the little guy’s forehead. Her tone was gentle. “Andrew,

his agreement clear with

brought Andrew upstairs to do his

touched Olivia’s cheek and knew that she must be feeling terrible at

go to the Taylor family

everything with

then said, “What are you talking about? Who

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It took him a long time

like wind and thunder. “Do you think I’ve completely given

in a serious tone, “No matter what choice you make or what you want

that I have to tell you. If you don’t save Mrs. Taylor, some people in the Evervale circle who know the inside story might say that you’re

looked up at Daniel. “What about

his head and said firmly, “I will always stand

that say I’m heartless, it’s so

it from the source and not let the rumors spread. Wouldn’t that

she was young. No matter what she learned,

knew how to plot and scheme, she just chose not to use them, but that didn’t

that a phone call to interrogate her about her humanity would provoke her

was a person who could be

and respectfully, she

method she hated the

could be threatened. She had her own way of doing things and

or

one could

in the study, Olivia sat in a large and comfortable

paper:

“Smith family”

a cold light flashed in her clear

a good opportunity and time for the Smith family

made a few calls and

less than half a day, famous doctors from all over the world set off for the Hushe Republic to go to

news

famous doctors from all over the world to the

the Smith family is not related to the Taylor family by blood, she has shared a mother–daughter relationship with Amelia Taylor for several months because of

head of the Smith family, Olivia Taylor, is soft–hearted

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She specially

and the Smith family was hailed as a

completely reappeared in front of the world, no longer in its previous state

family hospital began to create accounts on various social networks, including Twitter, public accounts, short video platforms, and

flowers

few days, the Smith family’s

into contact with the Smith family widened their eyes

They couldn’t believe it.

actually such an ancient

always fantasized about the Hushe Republic’s medical skills in novels. Now that the Smith family had appeared, it completely fulfilled the netizens‘

all left s

medical family in

all seen

Bruce Hospital in

from

brain surgery specialist in Mala, Dr.

heart is pounding. Who is this the Smith family? They can actually invite so

Taylor. She’s the young female scientist who won the Lasker Award. So, she’s the head of the Smith family. No wonder their

a little familiar?

Taylor, Olivia Taylor!” “Oh my god, oh my god. Indeed, outstanding people still have to be with outstanding people in everything.

novels and television

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hospital in Layfield immediately became a hot topic. Those who lived nearby and frequently visited the

the Smith family hospital

in acupuncture, and there was an elderly traditional doctor with the

that Isaac Smith

s on Twitter were filled with

why an old man like him was always going out, but now I think maybe he’s going to treat some big shots. I’m so excited! I never thought that I would be able to enjoy

on. My mother was afraid that I would suffer, so she brought me to

them. It’s not that they’re not

none. He’s already so powerful, but he still stays

respectable

Smith had a heart attack and turned into a vegetative state.

that Doctor Smith

Smith wakes up

the s turned into prayers for Isaac to wake up as

scrolled through the s online and prayed silently in her heart, “Grandpa, did you hear that? Everyone is looking forward to you

Smith family had reappeared, Olivia was also becoming more and more

research institute was very

to gender differences, it was

someone with a legitimate identity, who won’t raise suspicion or be seen

report, “Miss Taylor, she’s already here. She’s on the way and will arrive in an hour.” Peter handed over a file at the same time. “This is her file

not pay much attention to it. She did not

dropped her cup, showing an

composure.

is

You didn’t expect this, did you, Olivia?” The charming girl went to Olivia’s side and hugged

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“I miss you so much. I miss you so

tone was filled

in

“I’ve already transferred to the Drama Academy. In a few days, I’ll participate

have a headache. “That’s too ridiculous! What did Doctor Mike say? Are you mentally

she enter the

identity was very

was Sherly. She had been kidnapped and sold to a couple who couldn’t have children shortly

this couple had a good character, but she was weak and

for what happened next, Olivia did not

knew that one morning, Kelly called her and said that she

for two years. At that time, Kelly’s mother had

years old, but she already

take good care of her. Later, she realized that something was wrong, so she taught the little girl to protect herself and taught her a lot about the physiology of men and

a little suspicious. She told the little girl these things because

Unexpectedly, it really worked.

her mother was not at home. The little girl was sitting alone on a chair, holding a knife, with her hands

little girl was not injured, Olivia walked towards

the man lying

she sent the little girl to the research institute through Augus Swift. There were the best psychiatrists

little girl would be traumatized after such a big incident, so she sent her to the psychiatrist to

IQ but also suffered from

the little girl was still too young, she could

girl’s willpower was unexpectedly strong, and she had a resilient spirit. The psychiatrist had to

disadvantageous

the little girl was so young, but her body was already filled with a sense of lifelessness. She had no

to communicate with Kelly and tell her

“What’s the use of learning

“That’s right. Once you learn skills, you can protect

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forever.

girl nodded heavily. “I’ll work hard to learn skills, protect you,

forever.

name, calling her Kelly, which symbolized a new life, full of vigor and vitality. Due to Kelly’s special experience, Olivia disapproved of her entering the 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 this time to protect you and enter the entertainment industry. I enjoy standing in the middle of tens of thousands of people

old and I’m an adult. You said that when I became an adult, I could

gradually warmed, and the sharp

was independent. No one could make

even in the name of being

wanted to enter the entertainment industry, then she should go

would be able to protect

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William, was still

been staying by Amelia’s bedside without sleep. His phone had been full of battery, afraid that he

was

in less than three days, Olivia

went upstairs to Amelia’s room and saw William, who looked exhausted but had

knew that William was

on Twitter, the world–famous doctors gathered around the Hushe Republic,

and moral pressure, but she

reputation crisis and took this opportunity to make the Smith family reappear

but in Olivia’s hands, it turned into an

amazing. If only she hadn’t gotten lost, with her in the Taylor family, their present

Olivia

of ten top medical teams from different countries had all set off at the same time due to

side and patted his shoulder. “Don’t

and turned to

softly and took the phone over. She opened a page and handed it

what was going on. When he received the phone and saw the messages on

fixedly. When he spoke, his

This…”

was calm. “There’s already a medical team here. Get ready

“She… she’s really this

could finish speaking, Cathy walked

the Taylor family’s residence due to her concern for her daughter, so she

said with a

was one thing that she could not figure out. Why did William have such

and items. It could not be directly passed down to the next generation and had to be learned through education and experience. Olivia was still so young, and

ask you, is Olivia’s medical skill really that amazing? Can she truly save

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asked.

eyes and said, “It was Isaac himself who said that his granddaughter’s medical skills are better than

joy. She could not help but reach out and grab William’s sleeve. “So, you mean Olivia can really save

“There’s an 80% chance.”

and turned

was stunned for a moment before quickly

She clenched her jaw hard to control her expression and said, “Mom, do you want me to invite

didn’t ask you to invite

Maddie called out, “Olivia won’t

can.” Cathy’s

save her sister but it wasn’t the right

over the world were about to arrive. Instead of confronting Olivia, it was

might still be

could speak, Cathy

Amelia is your own sister!” Cathy was furious, pointing at the door angrily. “Go, right now.

a couple of steps from the slap before she

did not raise her head. She just lowered her eyes and covered

He then frowned and looked at Cathy. “Grandma, what does this have to do with Aunt? What can she

aunt whenever something happened

William was born to Amelia, he sometimes

taking care of his mother. She had no personal life, no family, and no children of her own. Her entire

his mother, almost everything required Maddie’s

the chief manager of the Taylor family, especially for

her fingers, and her tone was firm. “Don’t worry about it. She’s Amelia’s sister, and she

today. It’s fine if nothing happens to

firm tone made William

was so harsh on

did all of this have to do with Maddie?

speak up for his aunt when a hand suddenly placed

It was Maddie’s hand.

and said, “During the previous head inauguration ceremony of the Smith

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reacted. “Aunt, you mean to use this reason to

Maddie nodded. “Yes.”

possible?”

said indifferently, “You don’t understand Olivia. She’s not heartless. She just doesn’t like being coerced. If you were magnanimous, humble, and put on an attitude of seeking her medical treatment, she might have agreed to

looked

an upright method, he chose to use unorthodox

coercion.

could someone as proud and powerful as

William suddenly understood.

again. Halfway through, he suddenly thought of his aunt’s words and immediately

not call Olivia. Instead, he called Blake Smith with a respectful tone and requested the Smith family head’s assistance

Seeing this, Maddie smiled.

positive response and his assurance to contact the family head, she turned around

not even look at Cathy or

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personally come from Layfield

her legs crossed and her arms on the table. She looked down and said calmly, “Did

called. He said that he was begging

beside the desk and nodded. Her tone

did not say a

Olivia. She

more cautious when it came to

changed a lot after being hypnotized. She seemed to

older of the Smith family as intimately as before. Instead,

the orchid leaves on the table and suddenly thought of something. “Where did Zelen

Olivia and Gillian were young, there were two people responsible for taking

a little

Gillian like her own daughters.

Most of the time, it was Blake who

would remind the girls to wear more clothes when the weather was

and

very close to

suddenly disappeared without a

person as if this person had

Olivia mentioned Zelen, Blake was

“You remember now?”

and instantly tore off a long

fingers. Then, she looked up and fixed her gaze on

about Zelen? Who is

hypnotize

was calm, but Blake

explain, but she did not know where to start. She stuttered for a long time before forcing herself to say, “Miss, please don’t misunderstand.

fingertips on the table and asked

little. Every time the Smith family changes the head of the family, the previous head will

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little longer. After a while, the main family will send someone

she looked up and ordered, “You can leave

left, Daniel

walked behind Olivia and massaged her temples. His voice was gentle.

closed her eyes and said in a low voice, “I hate it when people lie

stopped massaging

opened her eyes and

for a moment, but he quickly returned to normal. He lowered his head and

everything after I was five 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 remember Amelia

family

was already in kindergarten. An elite family like the Taylors would tell their daughter over and over again where her home was, who her parents

Olivia could not re these

Speaking of this, t

thought that I had forgotten because I was too young. And something unexpected happened. My instinctive protection mechanism

my memories before I

Daniel was amazed. “Can

Olivia nodded. “the Wilco

has a special

you so sure

but a five–year–old was too young. After the accident, it was easy

undone the hypnosis. I remember everything before I was five years

little surprised. “Did Ernesto undo it for you? Or was it because of the second hypnosis superposition that the five–year–old hypnosis was

head.

it too?” This time, Daniel was even

studied a few hypnosis books and recalled Ernesto’s

know what to say. After a while, he said,

else do you think?” Olivia answered with a question. “Hypnosis isn’t that difficult. I

Olivia made sound easy.

was afraid that if he said too much,

Olivia was smart, he was still shocked by her intelligence from time to

at

had already become the richest man in the country. How come he still felt a little inferior and

to work harder. Otherwise, Olivia would

from all over the world could treat Amelia. No matter what test they ran or how they checked, they

William called Blake again.

handed the phone to

with pain and begging.

please.”

and mighty. He realized that Olivia was no longer the Taylor family’s girl.

the Smith family. She no longer had anything to do

about the Taylor

Taylor.” William’s voice was

and looked at the layers of dark clouds in the distance. She nodded and agreed.

.

had to go to the Taylor family herself. It was time to find out

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When Sophia came out of the room, she saw William on

excited. “Okay, that’s great. I’ll

for a while, Sophia realized that Olivia was coming

anxious that he lost his mind. What kind

that Olivia was the most scheming kind of person. Taking advantage

was certain that Olivia couldn’t do a thing about Amelia’s

went to Cathy’s room and

happy about it. “She’s really coming! That’s great. That’s great. Amelia could be saved.” Sophia

was

to tell you. But I’m not sure if I should say it.” Sophia

Then, Cathy

looked out of the door. After that, she turned around and closed the door properly. After that, she approached Cathy and said, “Mrs. Taylor,

on?” Cathy’s

everything about the relationship between Olivia and Madam.

Cathy frowned in disbelief.

and daughter. Moreover, although she had not seen Olivia many times,

you have to believe me. Now, Miss Emma is in jail, Mr. Samuel is missing, and Madam is unconscious. Think about it. That’s an awful lot

quickly calmed her down and poured

He frowned and said coldly, “You’re right. We have to be careful about certain

still

course, Olivia has to treat Amelia, and she has to treat Amelia well. Otherwise, Olivia would be

Olivia came with Kelly.

was combed into a high ponytail at the back of her beautiful head, and she was wearing

look less sexy and girly,

William could not help but

girl was

William’s gaze, Kelly tilted her head and looked at him with

immediately frowned and subconsciously

William looked away, Kelly’s charming eyes instantly

flame falling into the water. The charm disappeared from Kelly’s eyes.

her head. Her thick dark eyelashes covered her eyes, as well as the

her palm and warned herself that now was not the

She had to wait

people who had bullied Olivia to death one

thought of something, and

Liam and Cathy were already waiting in

hand. He thought he should be respected. He waited for Olivia to go over and greet

in his direction for even a second. Olivia walked past Liam and

Olivia’s actions. He was surprised that she ignored him just

embarrassed

Olivia

the Smith family. She also had connections with the Sullivan family. She really thought she was

seemed like that young

dog has its day. This girl had just succeeded and was already so arrogant. He couldn’t wait to see the

skills. Olivia was still young, so she was probably bragging too much. Maybe her actual medical

skills were good, and she was proud of it, her

was the Sullivan

on her. When a better and more beautiful woman appeared, Olivia would

would be

day, Olivia would

asked the butler to help

care

that Olivia went down and came

care, but Cathy

Olivia.

said, “Stop

not stop walking and continued

take it anymore and shouted,

only whisper to Olivia, “Ms. Taylor,

of the stairs. She turned her

raise her head to

I’m an older. How can you let me look

fingertips on the circular decoration on the armrest.

you stay healthy.” “What

for your

you look up.”

going to argue with you about the nonsense. I have something

gentle, but she had

a deep breath and said coldly,

ask Olivia for a promise. Otherwise, what if Amelia’s health worsened when Olivia treated her

ease with Olivia at

shook her head

did not expect

if you can

harmed Amelia. Who knew what you wanted to do to Amelia?

turned to William. She said in a mocking tone, “What’s going

was about to

went downstairs. As she walked, she said, “What kind

she suddenly looked up and stared at William. “What

Cathy was so angry that her chest heaved violently, and her face

more shameless

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Olivia immediately walked outside.

“Who cares whether or not

they want

voice and begged for a long time. It was only then that Olivia went upstairs

said, “Grandma, don’t add to the trouble. Do you really want Mom to

the words she had in

floor in Amelia’s room, Olivia examined Amelia’s body. She took out a box of silver needles and

looked at the box of silver needles. He

long. They

himself, “This thing won’t end up hurting

only raised his head and glanced at Olivia with a questioning look without

was Cathy who could not take it anymore. She was scared out of her wits and wanted to step forward to stop

pleaded in a low voice, saying, “Grandma,

he spoke, he carried Cathy to the door

matter how hard Cathy knocked on

Upon seeing the situation, she could not help but exclaim, “Oh golly. Mrs. Green, Olivia

pain in her chest and

the servants to carry the unconscious Cathy back to her

spoke, she said, “Oh no, Mr. Ronald. Olivia is going to kill Mrs. Taylor. Mrs. Green has already fainted.

family’s home.

said as he strode in with a displeased expression.

make a comparison. “It’s this long,” she said. “The silver needle is longer than a cup. It looks like a nail. Olivia took it

anger. He said, “Where’s William? He just watched and

what happened. Mr. William seems to

Ronald said as

and fanned the flames, saying, “Mr. Ronald, are you going over just like that? Mr. William will surely

William’s orders. What if he gets some servants to

stopped in his

nodded, and said, “You’re right. This is

thinking for a moment, the corners of Ronald’s mouth curled

said, “I’ve got a way to deal with this situation!” He thought to himself, “I can catch Olivia

I’ll break her hands

malice flashed across

looked at Sophia and said, “Do you have any handy sticks that

the suitability of the stick she was about to mention, “A

too long. I want to catch Olivia off guard and suddenly break her wrist.

a rolling pin?”

one is okay,” Ronald replied, his eyes lighting

get it.”

It was about the size of a forearm,

it in his hand, gave it a little shake, nodded, and said,

he concealed the

door of Amelia’s room, knocked, and said, “William! It’s me,

the door. He glanced at Ronald appraisingly and enjoined in a low voice, “Uncle, lower your voice. The acupuncture therapy is being

he nodded. “I’ll

bent over and squeezed in. While

right hand and fiercely struck toward Olivia’s

girl. You want to hurt Amelia, huh? I’ll break your right hand. Let’s see how

a long–standing reputation in the field of

around. He then saw Ronald walking toward

raised high and holding a wooden stick, moved

full concentration. Her forehead was covered in

Olivia performed the acupuncture therapy, she had instructed that she could not be disturbed. This time, the acupuncture session was very risky. It required complete focus

William thought, “Oh crap!”

but he simply could

was in despair, Kelly suddenly stood

wore a pair of sneakers. Her movements were nimble, as if

seemed to have been hit by a heavy hammer. He suddenly crashed toward the table by

table was made of solid wood, but it was smashed into pieces

stunned for a moment. He then saw Ronald vomit a mouthful of blood and

he called out and quickly went over to press

William, her tone was cold and indifferent as she said, “Go call an ambulance.

raised his eyes to glance at Kelly. He was still

to himself, “How could such a simple kick be so

was an adult male who was over 5 feet and 10 inches tall, while Kelly was not even 5 feet and 7 inches. “She’s slender,” William

on Olivia in front of me. He’s really courting death! I show mercy this time. If he were to lay hands on Olivia again, the outcome wouldn’t

gives in to all

quickly and carried

about the extent of Ronald’s

bones did not penetrate

He just

William instinctively

girl said two broken ribs, and it’s exactly two broken

the

sweat off her forehead, put away silver needles, and turned to William, saying, “Wait for another half a day, and she should regain consciousness. After she regains consciousness, she still needs two more rounds of acupuncture therapy.” Olivia thought of something. She then continued, “Oh, by the way, I want to take

thought, “Medicine that affects

He was surprised.

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regained consciousness. She was given acupuncture therapy during the day,

she was lying on the bed. Facing

“Water,” she softly murmured.

had been keeping watch by Amelia’s bedside. When she saw Amelia regain consciousness, she was overjoyed.

Taylor, you’re finally awake!”

gulped down half a glass of water before she started

happened to me?” she asked Sophia

news of Olivia’s engagement. Her emotions had fluctuated intensely, and a wave of resentment

vision went dark,

not know anything

everything that had happened during the period that she

unconscious.

She could not help but ask, “Are you saying

Mr. William and agreeing to many conditions for her to finally come.” “Oh,” Amelia replied as she nodded. She had a listless expression, appearing in a state of being stupefied. She thought to herself, “It turns out that it

no longer as excited

“It’s so strange. Just before I lost consciousness, I mentioned Olivia with

up, am I so calm and

understand my previous emotions, and I

to have lost my sanity and clouded my judgment. I’m completely

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 have led

for Samuel, he didn’t act like a father at all. He actually resorted to using public opinion

even more difficult for me to accept is that I

golly!” Amelia covered her forehead, wondering why she had

the perspective of innermost thoughts, Olivia was not as important as Emma in Amelia’s heart. After all, Emma

so far as to hold extreme hatred for

Emma.

somewhat abnormal as she often could not control

told Amelia something to gauge her emotional

hearing that Olivia would come

clear–headed. She considered herself to have

Emma’s or Samuel’s matter, she believed that Olivia

with Olivia either. After all, if

her eyes. She seemed

eyes

already

side were Samuel and Emma, and on the other side

chose to let go

Samuel did not

its share of gossip. This situation applies not only to the four major families. It even applies to those men who are somewhat affluent. They will also have

he has remained faithful and committed to

years when she had a mental breakdown, it was Samuel who watched over her day and

could not forgive Olivia. She thought to herself, “If it weren’t for Olivia, Samuel wouldn’t have gone missing, and we wouldn’t have lost all trace

genuine respect and care for me. She is always by my side, taking care of my health and

be

my condition.

not bring herself to act as if nothing had happened

was unfair

could not let Emma

she could only give up on Olivia, even though Olivia was

it. She merely looked at it in a daze. Daniel

beside Olivia, and cast a casual glance, asking, “What’s this?” Seeing Daniel, Olivia leaned her head on his shoulder and rubbed it against his shoulder affectionately. She did

that it was filled with information about Emma and

paternity test between Emma and Samuel as well as how Samuel and Evelyn got to know each other and the development of

were also many family photos of the three of them inside. The three of them would often go out for

Those who did not know the inside story had no idea that

initially languid gaze suddenly became profound like an endless

very concerned

who saw this information would not be able to

biological parents showed no affection to her because of the daughter of her father’s mistress. Just thinking

was greatly heartbroken. He hugged Olivia tightly. His tone was as gentle as a spring breeze in March as he

Daniel felt that the statement lacked sufficient emotional

do something

he took out his phone and

in his room when the children’s watch on his wrist

“It’s Daddy!” he thought.

to the door and asked Zoe in a childish voice, “Daddy went out, huh?” Zoe was momentarily taken aback by the

“He’s

understand. He’s at home, so

ran to the study again. Just as he pushed open the door, Daniel waved at him. There was a hint of dissatisfaction in Daniel’s

paid no attention to his father. Instead, he

Baby,” Olivia said. Her mood instantly improved. She hugged the little one,

was incredibly well–behaved and sweet. He said, “I missed you, so I came over to see

a sweet–talking

and walked out of the study,

“Sure,” Andrew replied loudly.

left alone

thought, “What’s

left behind,

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day, while they were on the way to the Taylor family’s house, the driver was driving in the front, while Kelly sat beside Olivia, keeping

her head and looked out of the window. Her gaze was indifferent,

not necessarily a must to tell

she no longer had any expectations, so it did not matter whether or

Taylor family had diminished significantly. She really

it was possible that Amelia engaged in continuous arguments with Olivia after she regained consciousness. In the past, Olivia was very patient and

to argue, Olivia would immediately throw

However, she could not

It did not necessarily mean that she

“I’ll hold it

Olivia nodded.

found it surprisingly quiet. Amelia did not act crazily. She was very quiet, so

steadily on

Olivia performed the acupuncture therapy on her, she even

thank

needle stopped moving. She said in

the head for a while. Amelia looked at William and said, “William, go out first. I have a

was not

that Amelia would do something that could not be easily controlled, just like what Ronald did

She said,

He could only nod helplessly and say,

“Got it,” Amelia said.

behind Olivia. Seeing that Kelly had no intention of leaving, Amelia

Her voice was very gentle. “Can I

had a thoughtful expression. Others could not discern what was in her mind. Upon hearing this, she nodded slightly and replied, “Feel free to

was gentle and her

very clear–headed now. She had never been so clear–headed in more

years.

“I should apologize to you. Ever since you were found, both Samuel and Emma have done a lot of things

eyelashes trembled slightly. She

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

Amelia’s voice trailed off, and it was faintly choked. She continued, “It’s a pity that our mother–daughter bond was short–lived. Perhaps God only granted us a brief five–year connection. If we

as mother and daughter, can reunite,

“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

want to stay away from you so that I can accompany her wholeheartedly. In a few years, after she is released from

and suppressed the intense emotions that welled up in her chest before she continued, “So, our previous mother–daughter connection has truly come

each other as strangers.” Olivia raised her gaze. Her attractive eyes, which were similar to Amelia’s, were narrow and elongated,

say anything. She just

and continued, “I gave birth to you and you saved me. We do not owe each other a favor. We have nothing to do with each other anymore. Let’s

Samuel and Emma between them, Amelia could no

daughter was a fate bestowed by God. They were destined to have

held her fingers

Olivia to speak, but

moment felt especially long. Every minute and second passed

of time, Amelia grew tired of

heard Olivia’s voice, which was soft and gentle, yet

Her body suddenly stiffened

and stuffing a

in case her emotions fluctuated dramatically and

was used at

Olivia thought. “The preparation

stabilized, Olivia handed the medicine bottle to

to the body. If you feel physically unwell or your emotions become too intense, you can

say anything. She just held the medicine bottle

quick. It was completed in less

that, Olivia gave specific guidelines that required careful adherence. She then

in a daze, keeping her head lowered. One could not discern what she was thinking. It was

Kelly rushed down from upstairs and explained as she ran, “I’m

nodded and said,

ever since Olivia left. It was not until Sophia knocked on the door and asked if she wanted to eat yogurt that she recovered from her daze. “It’s okay,” Amelia said. “I want to

put on her slippers. Just as she was about to

a moment. She lowered her head and glanced

“What’s this?” she thought.

recalled for a moment. Suddenly, she

like she brought it

have been

planning to call Olivia and have her come back to retrieve it. Unexpectedly, the string that was tied around the envelope’s seal came loose, and a photograph fell

of

Amelia’s pupils contracted intensely.

used Olivia as a cover

information, Samuel 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 mother. According to the information, Emma had always known who her biological mother was. The three of them

a paternity test report between Samuel

them are father and daughter” was the last sentence. Amelia thought to

medication. Her emotions were remarkably tranquil at the moment. There was no

that Emma is Samuel’s illegitimate daughter. No wonder he treats her so 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

managed to find all the

piled them on the floor. There were about a few hundred photos. They were all

of

It was only when she had looked at all the photos that her mind suddenly

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