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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granddaughter because she’ll probably

big shots? If

shot.

play up to others? Isn’t

couldn’t quite understand the sort of people like the elder granddaughter. Her grandfather was a miracle doctor, and she had a great resource

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

case, those big shots would

great it

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

like to become a big shot myself.” Gillian

if she was escaping

night, their faces

high–ranking official on this trip, Gillian had

Painting Association organized one small

participants were all recommended by the association’s internal members. Gillian

for Doris.

not a large–scale competition, it had extraordinary

to know many teachers from the Painting

of any teacher and be taken in as a disciple by the

would have a sudden rise

in a state of excitement. She had even stomped

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

Ernesto was back.

such a wide network. You even know the people from

slightly stunned. Then, the corners of her mouth curled up into

did know a teacher from the Painting Association. That

Association

that teacher was Olivia’s

the teacher, she was

“No, I

Ernesto raised his eyebrows.

I learned to paint together with Olivia. Grandpa hired Mrs. Rose Liebsig,

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played favorites, so he only recommended Olivia

she said this, Gillian’s shoulders could not

she was at that time. It still stung

his eyebrows. Your grandfather has indeed gone too far in this matter. You are both his granddaughters.

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

was angry and spoke

now.” Saul took out his phone and searched

staying in the Hushe Republic for almost a month, Saul

search.

encountered any doubts,

name, and soon, her information popped up on

was not

Wilcox family’s lineal branch

out in surprise as if he had discovered a

my god, this Mrs. Liebsig has gone too far. She said she would only want one disciple, but five after she took in

line. She’s a liar!”

holding the pen paused, and he

flushed red as if it was on

did not know if she was more

years

by only wanting one disciple? It was just Rose’s

would she take in another two disciples five years later if

was still crowing at the side, angrily accusing Rose of not

Gillian looked more ashamed

nudged Saul. “Enough! Stop it.” If he

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listening for fun. She was not

character of the

was a very

for a second when

you’re Doris’s sister, Olivia? I’m Bettany, Doris’s

nodded. “Are you looking for Doris?

and a look of desire

not going up. I’ll leave Doris to finish

The painting competition?

was stunned for a second. How

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

held to

competition was not the point. What mattered was whether any teacher took a fancy to the participant’s work and took him in

confusion, Bettany explained,

Facebook status?

Olivia heard these two words, she immediately realized she had been blocked and could not check Doris’s Facebook

over and gestured for Olivia to

all Doris’s

her participation in the competition, but she also read

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

swept

expression on her face did not change, but her understanding

words of mockery and

character

was

to Bettany and asked her what she

carrying a lot of things in

not as good as the professional, but it should

Doris can on it.” After she finished

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

warm–hearted person. When she heard Bettany say

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over the notebook

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

it mean a lot

not

knew nothing about painting, but she could

Doris and said, “Bettany told me to give you this. It’s some of her color mixing summaries.

Doris sneered.

and threw it on the desk without even

high school student. What made her

afraid that Bettany would

these over again.” Doris was

looked up and

and clear, but for some reason,

Her fingertips trembled uncontrollably.

She wanted to say something but could not speak a single word, no matter

fully recovered, Olivia had already

Doris was so mad that

with the notebook and took it back

home was across the street and very

less than two minutes,

she saw no one in

Is anybody home?” Olivia put the notebook on the

from the door, and Talia ran out

face was deadly pale, and she looked a

“You’re from the Taylor family across the street, right? Can I get

Talia for two seconds, and she looked around imperceptibly. Finally, she pointed at the notebook on the table and said,

okay.” Talia nodded hurriedly and started to show her the door. “Alright, I see.

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

and could not

to speak out a

the house, Olivia noticed something was off. There were

Judging from its height and compared to

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Olivia was very vigilant.

from the painting at the door of the small room, there was also a broken piece of porcelain. She

had happened to

that nothing had happened and

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 of the small room. The man did not look handsome and had slightly grown stout. However, his successful career gave him the confidence and domineering aura

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

father. I’m here to see her. I’m not a

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

at the shadow at the door of the small room and asked, “Then

ground?” Tucker did

gestured for them

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

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

“Shut up!” Tucker scolded.

woman could not be more stupid, wondering how she could admit it when others just said it

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

Was he threatening her?

If the other side spoke nicely

would never compromise if

did not even bother to pay attention to Tucker. She

over excitedly to the Taylor family for sandwiches but ended

angry that he clenched his fists and slammed them on

covered with tempered

counter, but it didn’t move or wasn’t damaged at all. On the contrary, he was in so much pain that he

it! He was

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in the room and trembled as she held her

the introduction of Rose on Wikipedia again

introduction was

year, whose surname was Taylor. Five years later, she took

exclusive interview with Rose

she took in her first

because she

the ground and dialed Rose’s

immediately after the phone went through, “Mrs. Liebsig, you said you would only accept one disciple. Was

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

and sat down, drinking water and listening

the more she listened, the more confused

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

that true?”

there was any

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

smiled. “I don’t know your grandfather too

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

of connections, and people from all walks

you’ve thought too highly of Doctor Smith. I

are superb, but he’s just a doctor, after all.

why did you

painting at an

to waste her breath with Gillian. “I went to Layfield to take

She clenched her fists tightly and barely managed to calm herself down. “So,

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

about choosing disciples. I don’t just go around taking

to mention he’s only a

numb. It

shivered. “But you’ve praised me and said I had a

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

you also being polite by grading

but I’ve never seen

to bring your mediocre paintings to me

of this,

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

“You know what? Olivia spent a lot of effort to get me to check your paintings back then. She begged me again and again.

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

of being grateful for

it be

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

she hung

everyone from the Taylor family dared not to speak loudly. They walked on

in the morning would distract

much to do, Olivia went upstairs to watch Doris

It was distant and peaceful, and it had

was not happy with it. She felt the color of the sky could be better. She had mixed several colors but still couldn’t get the most satisfactory

behind her and casually pointed. “Add a little black and turn

glanced at Olivia with

think. Olivia, can you please go to study the sandwich ingredients if you are busy with nothing? Stop acting like

not feel attached to this younger

up to watch her paint was only

if she had lost

burden and think for her parents, brother,

didn’t care, Olivia had no intention of

turned around

expression looked more terrible.

upstairs and heard a noise from

over.

she saw Olivia, she pushed the bag of almonds to her side and

street.”

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over and

right. It’s her restaurant.” Stella spat out a mouthful of almonds and started to gossip about the

as Doris. They were classmates, but compared to

dropped out of junior high school and went home to look

daughter finally had a better life and opened a

Tucker Fulham, who had been

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

family of three to be united after he

had started another family

no good when he returned this time.

is!” Megan

scene at the engagement ceremony, broke

she were back, Tucker chased after her

were making a

had convinced Bettany’s mother, Talia, who had also urged her daughter to agree to

really stupid or

still couldn’t change the fact that he

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some sandwiches, but unfortunately, the Taylor

of sandwiches back home and could not eat the

He was down.

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

Thank god!

he realized that Olivia

was so ashamed and thought he was a lousy police officer. How could his mind be filled

ashamed Officer Wood rushed over in high

going on?” he asked

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

my god!

the biological parents

call

stop him. “Misunderstanding! It’s just a misunderstanding. Officer. please listen to me. We’re Bettany’s parents. Why would we

swayed and looked toward

doctor to check on her later to see if she

the small room and saw Bettany

her hard several times, but Bettany did not wake

darkened as he realized

was ruthless. “Mind your own business. We’re Bettany’s parents.

Olivia nodded. “I

and found a recording. She played it to Tucker. “So, I recorded it just in case. Even if Bettany is on your side,

long? I could have

said and did had its meaning. Moreover, the prerequisite for her

an old saying that relatives were

parents must be closer than

her

a young girl get hurt, Olivia could not bear to

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her in the lurch had broken her moral bottom

got the evidence in advance before calling the police. This

Tucker was furious.

to meet such a

genius

them away, and Bettany was

to the police station to make a

did you find out Bettany Fulham had fainted?”

at the door. One of them seemed to be sitting on

was a small piece of broken porcelain

hearing this, Marco and his colleagues looked

admire her observation. She could have seen all those

made you think Tucker Fulham and Talia Fulham have drugged her

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 younger daughter, so I guessed Tucker

“Oh my

even become

“Do you usually like to read detective novels?”

her head. She didn’t seem to be

just

Wasn’t she good?

find out. She did not think it was such a big

“This is

he almost

guess should be the

she might cover up for

all, they were her

up with nothing definite.” Leaving things unsettled was the best outcome. But they were worried that Tucker and

Marco was dumbfounded.

beside him widened their

She was so well–prepared!

Why did you record?” Marco

they would make a false countercharge, so I

gave her a thumbs up. “Bravo! You’re too

indeed fine. When Bettany woke up, she admitted that her parents

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her.

her

home and settle it on their

came home, she brought some

you.” Bettany was a little embarrassed that she had only brought some food from the

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

an oil painting of the

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

surprised. “Did

the smile on Bettany’s face brightened.

knew that Bettany had been fond of painting since she was young. When she was still a primary school student, an art teacher noticed her talent and taught her many painting skills. When she was in junior high school, Bettany had taken all

dropped out of school. But she did not give up. She worked hard to earn money while

cute. “I’ve read

of what she liked, Bettany changed from her previous gloominess and unhappiness. She was in high spirits, and her eyes

Not good.” Doris had come over without being

her hand and directly

of the

you doing?” Bettany subconsciously pushed

“Why did

trembled. After a long time, she

Doris was

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

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

in her chest. She hugged

arms.

This painting is ruined.

left with

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dinner, Megan brought up

She even knocked out her own

to have such a pair

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

much, but this time, he could not help but lecture her. “Don’t interfere in such matters in the future. Bettany is her daughter. She can do whatever she wants. Outsiders are

“Yes, Olivia. Don’t interfere in other people’s business

say anything. She lowered her

had a nagging feeling that

family should be benevolent and kind. Why would they despise

massaged her temples and the suspicion in her eyes

this moment, her

It was Gillian.

at a hotel in town and wanted to

with her phone in her hand. She looked frustrated. Ernesto sat opposite her. His gaze lingered on Gillian’s face. After a

her eyes to hide the madness and unwillingness in her eyes. “This is the last time. I’ll hypnotize her one last time. I want to see how Olivia will face it when she knows that the person

love with her

be like her? Would she fight for Jarron’s attention and push her

was playing with his phone. His eyes were deep, and there was an evilness in

looked at Gillian and nodded.

alone is not enough. Relationships will become shallower as

smiled. “I have a good idea. On the way here, I’ll pretend to be injured and get her to bring me medicine. Then, I’ll take the opportunity to hypnotize her and make her fall in love

gone through so much trouble

flirtatious face immediately looked

“After that, call her and ask her to leave. What happened next would be that I

Ernesto turned to

Gillian was silent.

man was really evil. He actually came up with such an

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a location and in such a situation. In the end,

watch helplessly as the person she liked treated her sister well because of

hesitating for a moment, Gillian nodded. “Alright, we’ll

the hotel. Olivia received a call from Gillian. Gillian asked her to take the small road to the east, saying that she would

and did not think too much about

as the city. There were no street lamps in

the east was a little remote. It was only nine o’clock in the evening, but

to the

in

already hear Olivia’s footsteps. He pressed his shoulder to make more blood flow from the blood

also stretched into the middle of the road, trying to trip

tripped Olivia, she wouldn’t have discovered him at all. Everything was ready. Ernesto leaned his head against the wall. As soon as he closed his eyes, he felt a glaring light shining

the hell was

He was going blind!

My eyes, my eyes!

an instant, the dark path was as bright as day. Ernesto covered his eyes tightly with his hands, but even so, the light revealed

was

walked in with a strong flashlight and had a

was about two yards away from Ernesto. She asked curiously, “Why are

Olivia at all. He could only determine where she was based on the source of

grunt, Ernesto said weakly,

wound and frowned. “That’s chicken blood.

Ernesto was speechless.

a dog? She

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

in her right

see Olivia’s movements. He only felt something poking his left

He nodded. “Yes.”

the police immediately and

call the police.” Ernesto shook his head and made

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gun…”

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

Ernesto was dumbfounded!

How did that happen?

was like this. The male lead was shot by a gun and could not go to the hospital, let alone call the police. Therefore, the kind female lead

Olivia call the

you have to call the police? I already

that Olivia would be like the female protagonist in the novel. She would not

he couldn’t understand why Olivia called

looked vigilant. “You’re really interesting. What makes you think I’ll help

on the street. Even if she wasn’t worried that he would hurt her, she still had to

If she

that Olivia still didn’t give up on calling the police, Ernesto couldn’t

was nearly 6 feet and 3 inches tall and had practiced boxing since he was young. His

sudden pounce would definitely snatch Olivia’s

And yet…

close to Olivia, his abdomen was ruthlessly poked by a

hurt

a bird that was suddenly struck in mid–air, Ernesto fell to the ground with a thud and

couldn’t care less about covering his face. He covered his stomach

raised her flashlight and shone it at

saw the exotic

Then, countless memories returned.

She remembered!

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away the stick used for self–defense and leaned forward. She easily restrained Ernesto and tapped a few acupoints on his

longer felt hurt in

Oh! How magicall

still surprised, something even more

stared at him and said coldly. “Ernesto, have you had

drastically when he

He was stunned.

while, he said, “You’re

“The hypnosis has been removed,

and looked at Olivia in disbelief. “Impossible, impossible. How can you

removed from his

low voice, “I woke

Ernesto was a little

to someone else without doing anything and let them hypnotize me as they please?” Olivia

she dared to let Ernesto hypnotize her, she had made all the necessary preparations in advance. Not only did she have to give a psychological hint, but as long as she saw Ernesto’s face, she would be able to recall

even set a time limit for

was up, the people she had secretly arranged would immediately appear and take her away. They would also think of a way to let her

the hypnosis would

country and pressure Fesmuowana through the

time, things would not be under Emesto’s control, or

was a national

leaving the alley, Olivia threw the flashlight to Ernesto

on her left wrist

than three minutes two ghost–like

Pets

Tavin‘ the raver of them

modded le due

he tward as tw quickly ran a few steps and stopped to front of

to see Cullat as you want

and track at all bia

Ese and Does she

Regret of

walk

you really a cow

get a

ducked

Only the faint moonlight shone on her face, blurring her facial features and making it difficult

Ernesto could still feel the coldness from

regret was the

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

just to make herself feel at

exchange for the Wilcox family’s hypnotism. Now that the hypnosis is over, we

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

with Ernesto, which made him feel very

the threat in Olivia’s tone, but her attitude of leaving him alone as if

tonight, they were no longer related. They were

heart twisted. He suddenly felt an indescribable

wanted to

him any time to speak. She got into the car

actions were extremely cold and heartless.

car had already left like an arrow

left was a thick,

What a hateful girl!

could there be such a woman? She didn’t even say

and asked Olivia where she was going and if she wanted to go back to the Taylor family to pack her

slowly turned her head and looked out of the window. Her tone was even colder than the night wind. “There’s no need. You guys can go over later and take the notes

and asked, “Where are we

the lights not far away. She suddenly thought of Bettany and said, “Let’s

closed. It was pitch–black inside, and there was only a faint

and knocked

a while, Bettany came

the car door and gestured for

up at Tyson and Peter and hesitated. After all, it was almost midnight. It was

Olivia had helped her in the

mustered her courage and

it’s already so late.

nervous and

here to

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to give me

Bettany was surprised.

about to speak when a few clangs came from outside the

knocking on

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

was unhappy and reminded him. “Olivia is my friend. Don’t

to meddle in other people’s business in the future. Otherwise, you won’t even know

he said this, Tucker’s tone was

him away and apologized to Olivia. “Olivia, I’m

lip and looked embarrassed,

during this period of time… be careful. My father is not a

speaking, her face flushed

the courage to admit that their

calmly. “He can’t

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

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

the Taylor family’s daughter. I just lived

little stunned, but she was very smart and immediately realized that there should be

reason.

further. She only looked at Olivia reluctantly. “Then, Olivia, will I be able to see you again

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

the car door. “Wait for me here. I’ll be back

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

said, “Then I’ll also give you

he heard Olivia’s words,

this young lady was so lucky to be favored by Miss

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found Olivia was missing the

we do? Olivia

room with a coat on. “Take your time. Maybe she’s gone out.”

need to look for her. She’s gone. I’ve

hung up

Taylor family were

deep breath and said, “She has left just like that. It’s

“She is really too much. She

Olivia was considerate and sensible, so Megan had already treated Olivia as her child. For a moment, she could not accept Olivia’s

She started to grumble.

said mockingly, “Mother, you

was already good enough that Olivia was not angry and didn’t take revenge. How could she inform them before

saying that, Stella

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

was a big

three of them, and she was not very good at making them. The taste of

do?” Stella was so

the Painting Association, I’ll

Doris’s painting is the most important. If the sandwich–filling

Doris’s painting. We

head and glared at Derek

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

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

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was young, her family doted on her

Derek was used to her attitude and did not think

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

he faced Doris again, he felt a little

Derek did not say anything. He just turned

was painting in her room when she suddenly received a call from the express delivery. It said that there was

put down her pen and looked happy. “It must be

She

on her shoes and ran

and looked at Bettany’s back with

Talia was extremely nervous. She quickly explained for Bettany, “Bettany is still young. She hasn’t seen you for many years and is a little distant. She definitely isn’t on the side of outsiders.” Bettany received the package and opened it as she walked toward the small

Listen to me and marry into the Hall family. In the future, you can have whatever you want. Don’t you want to learn painting? The Hall family will

hand that was tearing the package

Her tone was cold. “Tucker, I’m calling you Dad for the sake of

can you talk to your

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

said that the company is in danger now and only the Hall family can save it.

take it anymore. “Why should I help him? Doesn’t

can you be so heartless and not act like

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

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

grew impatient.

sneered. “Don’t force me. I won’t marry into the Hall family. Even if you use despicable methods to knock me out and marry me, I won’t let the

Talia slapped Bettany and looked at Bettany angrily with reddened eyes. “Apologize to

used to her mother

no longer hurt.

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

that, she

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Talia called out

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 paint? Let’s break one of her hands and

couldn’t help but

flashed in the

head and said in a weak voice. Tucker. Bettany is too young and insensible. Give me more time. I’ll definitely persuade

Talia and

voice was

head and smiled

her

didn’t understand. She couldn’t figure

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

wanted to

wiping her face, Bettany opened the

delivery was very light. It should be a piece of

it should be a

a painting, so Olivia

Inside

found it strange. Did people still write letters

out the envelope and opened it. She realized that it was not a letter but a thin paper shell. It

What exactly was it?

more confused. Was it a

thin

was a line

the heavier her breathing became, and her pupils

this was actually an invitation to the Painting Association’s internal

trembled slightly. She almost couldn’t hold the invitation

she suspected that she was in

rubbed her eyes hard and looked at

It

given to her by Olivia. Who

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held the invitation letter, her heart pounding so fast

the words over and over again,

thing really happen to her?

not a hesitant

a young age, she had already taken on the burden of the family. This had trained her to

decisive person.

had already gotten the invitation,

she did not understand this competition,

After running a few steps, she

family, Doris was

was very important to her, so she

walk over, Doris was a little surprised. “Why are you

invitation letter. As she ran too quickly, she could not catch

for her

look!” Her eyes were bright like the stars in the

Doris was instantly stunned.

she met Bettany, Bettany had always been depressed.

in her eyes.

with you!” Bettany couldn’t control her excitement

react and thought that Bettany was joking. However, when she lowered

was also Bettany’s name

and couldn’t believe it. “What’s wrong,

good idea for her to come

was a

moment she received the invitation, she was too excited. Her

in this competition. The two of them would have a companion to

participated in this competition, she and Doris

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

carefully observed Doris’s expression. Seeing that Doris really did not seem to mind,

invitation letter lovingly. “Olivia?” Doris frowned. After reacting for a

help but tug at Bettany’s sleeve and

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second sister?”

Olivia and your family? She told me that she’s only staying at your house temporarily. Actually, she has nothing to do

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

Bettany didn’t

was a little embarrassed. “Doris, can you help me take a look? You know, I learned how to draw on my own. I’m not as good as you, so I want to ask you for help and

before today, Doris would definitely not waste time examining

But…

gaze moved up and landed on the

just so happens that we’re going to participate in the competition together and have a companion.” Doris reached out to take the painting from Bettany’s hand. Doris’s hand that was holding the painting suddenly froze when her gaze landed on the oil painting.

the painting so tightly that her knuckles turned

read it again and again, looking at the painting Smoke in

of this painting far

her enough. She did not

How did that happen?

never learn how to paint before?

she had suffered a deep blow and could not muster any energy

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

in a worried tone,

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

her and bade

Bettany left, Doris hung up the painting Smoke in Village and traced

drew another one

and was not as good as the

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

impossible for her to be inferior to

shook her head like she

did not have a good month. He was like a

unhappy all

been secretly criticizing him, saying that his

criticism, he had

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seen that under the warm exterior of Ellis,

Ellis

Ellis’s departure, everyone in the CEO’s office kept quiet out of fear that they would anger the CEO who had premature

the CEO’s office was as obedient as a

anger. He could only bury his frustration in his

really sad,

the end. Olivia felt that

Daniel did not agree to Olivia taking the risk at

he did not dare to say

domineering CEOs were able to

Olivia, he was timid and

was too

home every day and didn’t

son was completely

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to tell Olivia that Andrew was her

married, he would slowly tell her

that Olivia would snatch Andrew

she knew that Andrew was her child,

could Daniel

could not bear to compete with her

accompanied Olivia to watch many idol dramas and dramatic

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

felt that television dramas and novels were all fake. The male lead did

the female lead, how could he

her, even if

in pain than

at night, Daniel

When he sensed that Daniel had come

was actually pretending

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

Olivia?

lifted the blanket and called out,

Daniel was so mean.

turned the doorknob with his slender fingers.

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

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

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

asked, “How can you be sure

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

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

up at Daniel for a long time

smart child panicked for a moment, he would still quickly notice the

Daniel must have found him sprawled under the

had been discovered, he immediately

threw it on the ground with a thud and promised Daniel with a puffed–up face, “Daddy, I won’t watch it

so the iPad didn’t break

moment.

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

for a

out of bed and hugged Daniel’s thigh. “I only watched for

watch it,” Daniel said slowly. “I remember we discussed about it before. How

his head and said pitifully, “Spank

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

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

guy had a pair of beautiful eyes that were exactly the same as his mother’s. When he

this pair of eyes, Daniel could not

to make a

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

of heartache

was too

about how he had acted like a father and a mother for so many

He raised Andrew alone.

her memories and avoided all

phone and slowly

he found Andrew playing with

blanket.

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

Olivia

after he posted it, someone

It was Olivia!

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

a long time, he finally dialed Olivia’s

was still on the way back. She felt a little dizzy, so

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

her phone back, so Olivia casually flipped through it. Coincidentally, she

actions preceded

a moment to

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always been afraid to tell

or after they got married, he would slowly tell her that Andrew was

that Olivia would snatch Andrew

was her child, she would definitely

could Daniel beat

not bear to

accompanied Olivia to watch many idol dramas

female lead until she

novels were all fake. The male

lead, how

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

rather die in pain than make

he returned home at night, Daniel went to Andrew’s

he sensed that

pretending to be

He only sighed softly. “Alas, why did he fall asleep? I was

Olivia?

He suddenly lifted the

Daniel was so mean.

turned the doorknob with

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

covered Andrew with the blanket lovingly and

he was not dreaming. He

be sure that you’re

be more anxious. He couldn’t care less about pretending. “Daddy, I didn’t sleep just

arms in front of his chest. His lazy look

at Daniel for a

smart child panicked for a moment, he would still quickly

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give him a

as she was feeling

call went through, neither of them spoke. Only

It was

the color of Olivia’s lips on

her lips were red and seductive, like the deepest color of rose petals, like

this moment, she must be

a bite mark on her lips, and the numbness could melt

and his right

in front of him, he would definitely not be able to control himself. He would hold her under his body and press her down

sexy voice came out of his throat.

eyes. She could barely suppress the

“Daniel.”

two of them did not speak. They

and longing spread along the signal

who was driving in front, and Peter, who was sitting in the front passenger seat, looked at each other and thought of

Ha–ha!

missed Daniel. She had never liked someone so

with Daniel, she was not tempted. She even felt

have wanted

Olivia liked him more

found Daniel more and more pleasing to

obedient, and understanding? His

Daniel was exactly what she liked. She was fond

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that Olivia had

Daniel had bad intentions.

pick

“It’s almost ten o’clock at night now. I still have about two hours before I reach Evervale. Where are you

and chuckled. “Is

Olivia was speechless.

Daniel knew that something was wrong. He quickly found a

he cry?” Olivia was indeed

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

felt a

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

that he had cried, her heart immediately ached. She agreed immediately.

door open for you.” Daniel smiled like a

anything from happening, Daniel even

Olivia a voice message. It would be best if he cried

in a daze and his mind

the morning, so he obediently agreed and sent a

up at

frowned and reminded him, “Do you

this, Andrew’s eyes widened. He looked at Daniel with dissatisfaction. “It has been a while, and you can’t

played with the iPad behind my back. I haven’t punished you yet. I’ll punish you by not allowing

then he instantly

the blink of an eye, Daniel pressed the voice transmitting button and sent

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

Andrew was speechless.

kind of father was this?”

Andrew’s cries, Olivia’s heart

family to

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

family had exactly two guest rooms. Tyson and

room.

tired and prepared to take a

shower when she heard someone

for her to open the door. She asked, “Who is it?” Daniel stood tall at the door with a glass of milk in his hand. “It’s me, Olivia. I

milk.

you. Leave it for now. It’s not

was super considerate. “I’ll bring it in for

“The door’s locked.”

was ready. “I got the

Olivia was speechless.

to have

nodded. “Then come

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

a shower. The

was warm and a little

Daniel was tempted.

a man didn’t even have any sexual desire for the woman. he loved, wouldn’t he be like

been holding it in for so many years. If he didn’t have sex now, he would

intentions in

a bath towel after

do? The bed is wet. Where are you going

her beautiful chin and pointed at the

that do?” Daniel leaned over and pressed Olivia against

strong masculine scent assaulted Olivia’s face, causing her body to

hung on

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

eyes. “Of course… I’ll

spoke, he picked up Olivia and threw her onto

blank for a moment. She blinked and before she could react, a

gave her

Hmm…

Olivia woke

opened her eyes,

had already gone

and could not help but kick Daniel.

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did not

me?” Daniel flipped over and pressed her down. His voice was low as

one

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

anyone.

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

who were watching television in

appeared at this moment and looked at her worriedly. “What’s wrong? Why are you tiptoeing? Are

Shut up!

he would say something he shouldn’t.

because the ground was a little slippery, she rushed forward too quickly. She

was too loud.

to see Olivia throwing

two of them gasped and raised their thumbs at the same

and indifferent Miss Taylor was actually so

Olivia was speechless.

ashamed to face anyone. Her reputation had been

Daniel acted as if he did not notice and

to Tyson and Peter, “Olivia is too tired.

Peter

head in

already so embarrassing. They could think

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

the way, Daniel

met a young man named Noah who was at

He has been married for seven

married early. He barely reached the legal

what is your opinion?” Daniel turned

a little bit weird. Why would she have an opinion? Some people married young and some old. It was just their

don’t really have one.” She shook her

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

Olivia frowned.

out what

ask him what was

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

Daniel turned around and looked ahead, pressed on the accelerator with his right

he said

Olivia repeated his words in her

squeezed her fingers, unsure of

expect him to bring up this topic so

to figure out what

made up your mind, we

Engage?

took a

nodded at Daniel and agreed.

that he was lost for words

it!

He understood humans pretty well. He knew how to

had read a lot

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

the exact same

goal was to engage, not to

up Andrew, the three of them went to a nearby

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

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took the initiative to mention the

we need to think about it

chair. He had already taken off his jacket and was only wearing a white shirt. The cuffs were rolled up, revealing a firm and powerful

Olivia’s words, he looked

deep,

No need?

Olivia looked up,

beautiful eyes filled with

the table and

holding the fork paused in the air. She looked

head. “This is a

wasn’t it a bit of a rush?

There were many things to prepare. They needed to make arrangements for the venue and the guest

said confidently. “I’ve prepared

and showed

old residence of the Sullivan family. It’s

we need to invite a lot of people. I

ready. Try them on and see if there’s anything

customized. They would be delivered

Daniel was talking excitedly.

when he turned around, he saw Olivia looking

skipped

“Oh no, she

and said slowly,

it a trick,” Daniel said righteously. “I am just insightful. I knew we would get

whispered,

saying that, he gave Andrew

hugged Olivia’s other arm and blinked his big eyes pitifully. “Olivia, don’t you want to marry my Daddy? Is it because you

What are you saying?” Olivia’s heart softened. She held Andrew in her arms and shook him. Her tone

face. “Then would

I do.” Olivia lowered her head and

Daniel was very productive.

announced the engagement to

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also posted on Twitter: Dear Princess, I’ll see you on

Sullivan Group’s subsidiaries reposted this Twitter and posted at the same time: “Congratulations, Mr.

This tweet went

engagement of the richest man instantly hit the

at the top of

outlet was reporting

the financial

The netizens were dumbfounded.

had no idea what was going

blink of an eye, the richest

were in

how can he

Ms. Taylor? Does anyone know? I have never

Look, I saw this piece of news on financial channels. entertainment channels and even scientific channels… What does it have to do with science, can anybody explain?” “Oh, come on, don’t spread rumors. It’s covered on scientific

was also a

were all shocked by Olivia’s

Lasker Award at such a young age.

achievements in biology, I still don’t think Ms. Taylor is good enough

Are you blinded by money? How dare you say that scientists are inferior

netizens were arguing

controlled the

intense, and there was nothing too

Daniel still didn’t like it. He did not want to see any arguments. He wanted to see everyone

Hence…

their official account: “The Sullivan group will

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

lucky netizens who retweeted would

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

Sullivan Group subsidiaries posted on Twitter, other cooperating companies also

them.

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109 a boon

“We will we buy the who won and dech or

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bund wh

by a wander will get a

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The nets went crazy

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Internet were

countless

hoping to meet

sat on the sofa, his long legs bent. He lowered his gaze and

nothing in

he reached a particular

slowly looked over.

her head. His voice was low and slightly husky as he asked, “A group of old friends

in a

Olivia nodded lightly and playfully raised her hand to gently scratch Daniel’s chin as if teasing a

youth. He used to spend entire

busy with work, so he no longer stayed

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

club had become unfamiliar

club’s staff were all well–trained, and their observant eyes didn’t miss a

a

from the way they dressed and walked that they were not

to approach and extend a warm welcome

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

gradual halt, his gaze languid as

His aura instantly rose.

smiled at the staff. “You don’t know

member felt as if his neck was stuck. He

was suddenly knocked open and

from the

two managers actually appeared at the same

the club, one was male, named Steve Chandler and

always worked

they appeared together

The staff was dumbfounded!

reached Daniel first. He bowed and apologized, “Mr. Sullivan, I’m sorry. Rowan is new

Vivian also came over.

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demeanor was not assertive. Instead, she exuded a gentle and

and women felt no envy

first, she turned her

indicating that she was familiar with her. Notably, she didn’t refer to her as Ms. Taylor, as the

she called her Mrs.

raised her eyebrows and looked

she became the manager of a high–class club. Her EQ is

“Yes,” Daniel replied.

way. “Mr. Sheeran has booked

to get soiled. Olivia had to make a detour to the restroom

escort Olivia to the restroom. He then directed Daniel

room.

would turn back to

dwell on minor inconveniences. She nodded in

that, she followed the waitress to

irksome to Olivia. Olivia wanted to wipe it clean as soon as

waitress said she was going to get a

to wait, Olivia opted to remove her shoes and rinse them under running water. Afterward, she wiped them dry

came out

the identical hallways on either side,

too similar. It was easy

out her phone and planned to

handbag, a

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

spoke, he pushed her

inside and introduced Olivia, saying, “This is our new server. She

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

around!” The man had no faith in her statement and scolded her.

private room let out loud, boisterous cheers. A lecherous middle–aged man looked at Olivia and

supervisor gave him a knowing look. “What do

The middle–aged man chuckled.

cocked her head and gazed at the middle–aged man. Then, she turned back to the supervisor and calmly clarified, “I’m

could reply,

Young lady, you’re playing role–playing.

role of the server to attend to our lovely guest here.” Someone scurried around the corner

surrounded Olivia from several directions as they walked towards

were dim, and people’s

finger on the wine bottle. The dark red wine bottle reflected her snow–white fingertip, making it look

clearly getting

again. “I’ll say it for the last

out?” The middle–aged man arched his eyebrows and jeered, “Once you’ve stepped through this door, regardless of who you are, don’t even

spoke, he was about to pounce on

but there was a hint of red at the corner of

It was scarlet red.

step to the side and dodged the middle–aged

All of a sudden, she swiftly raised her right hand and brought the wine bottle crashing

made of glass,

the wine bottle instantly shattered, and wine

splatter of wine and the

the timid ones even cried

left in a state of astonishment, their gazes fixed

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

ignored the shocked crowd and

lock. Olivia couldn’t unlock it herself, so she turned

shivered and

and her expression

couldn’t be bothered to waste her time on these people. She picked up a chair and

Bam!

Crash!

glass door was

moving deftly despite the

her, a group of people remained frozen in place

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After Olivia left.

opened and a beautiful woman walked

a silk shirt.

Her face could not be

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

indifferently and

terrified. He knelt on the ground with a thud and stammered for mercy. “Ms. Manson,

gentle, making it difficult to discern her emotions. “No one must

waiter appeared to have narrowly averted a catastrophe. His entire body was drenched in a cold sweat, as if he had

hurriedly promised, “Don’t worry, Ms. Manson. I’ll go to the surveillance room now and guarantee that everything will

“Go,” the woman said.

head waiter left as if

were only four private rooms. In addition to 8888, the room Daniel had entered, and

way, it would be impossible for the occupants

every private room had its own

the way, it would be impossible for the people

rooms to meet.

This was interesting.

from each other, how did Olivia

and pressed the button on the wall, signaling the waiter to escort

private room was noisy as if people

cards. His demeanor appeared nonchalant, yet his regal presence

on the table and beckoned to Olivia,

sitting next to Daniel instantly stood

to stand up,

fair palm pressed down

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

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men sitting across from her and clearing a spot. Pointing towards the vacant seat, she urged,

“Daniel,

surrounding people chimed in, “Yes,

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

her palm firmly on the man who was about to get

was in a dilemma, not knowing if he should

  1. up.

glared at Sarah and scolded her for being

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

walked up to Olivia and said respectfully, “Mrs. Sullivan, this way

Olivia sat opposite Daniel.

didn’t know better, they would have thought that she was the

cards, she insisted on playing truth

proposed that no one could skip their round

over a lie detector. Michael pulled her to her seat and said helplessly,

Daniel also looked over.

of any discernible fluctuations,

chill.

instantly felt a chill down her spine

we can skip the lie detector, but we must play truth or

to the waiter opposite her. “You deal

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

Sarah with one hand

to be

years ago. It was during Christmas, and the family of four had gathered to watch

Olivia had always won.

the three of

Olivia nodded and agreed.

they still lost

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

said, “I won’t play

a joke. However, it came true.

the Ace of Spades loses. They have to choose truth or dare,

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Billionaires Missing Darling

individuals losing while others emerged victorious. Whether it was opting for truth or dare, they refrained from

signs of nervousness. This time, Daniel got the Ace of

at Daniel. “Mr.

Olivia. Then, she smiled at Daniel. “Daniel, let me ask you something. I’m serious. If Winona

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

“That’s

“Ms. Taylor, are you also very curious? Do you want to know about

not say anything. She rubbed the glass with her fingertips. Her gaze

frowned and wanted to provoke

moment, Daniel

voice was casual and meaningless

just a single sentence, Sarah’s countenance underwent a dramatic transformation, and her limbs became

said, “Winona

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He went too far. How could he pretend that

banged the table and

gloomy and her tone

so angry that she lost control of

and gently pressed her down. “Enough now,” he

you

realize

But in the end, she

changed. The present Daniel was no longer one of

Daniel with great respect, being

she was aware deep down that she shouldn’t have a falling out with Daniel, she couldn’t shake the sense

Winona was

was simply one of the privileged youth, seemingly lacking any notable abilities. Winona guided him

have achieved what

now taken

such an

filled with

left with

departure, Daniel had matured and

showered Olivia with all

more Sarah dwelled on the matter, the deeper her sense of

been childhood friends, sharing

they

a wealthy young lady

upbringing, she had never been indulged and harbored

established a reputation in the

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

Daniel had

their long–standing friendship, Sarah couldn’t help but feel that Daniel wasn’t quite

Prooco Group’s leader, whereas Daniel was merely a wealthy youngster. Plus, with his uncle’s

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

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insisting that he would never be able

the result far exceeded

successfully

instant, Sarah was so astonished that her eyes nearly bulged out of

still held onto the hope that Daniel could

Daniel was riddled with bad habits, and Winona

heart was never inclined toward serious matters; he simply relished having a good time and

many times Winona advised him, it was futile. He remained consistently careless. Ultimately, Winona felt disheartened and chose to depart the

Winona broke up. They separated from

a profound emotional blow, causing him to disappear

back, he became a different

of his family’s business, Daniel went on

gave

to the pinnacle of wealth, making him the

was motivated

Daniel had a child, he had never had any other women

had been

be waiting

surprise, he was getting

her teeth in

with a sense of helplessness, “Come on. let’s stop now. Olivia is here, and there’s no need to spoil

her head to

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

that, she picked up a glass of red wine and

choked and coughed a

he said to Daniel, “Daniel, to celebrate your

she stood up and made way for Daniel to

while, he realized that

was puzzled and

poked his

did not get

and looked at Olivia. He asked in a low voice. “Do you want to

not react for a

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doing,

asking a woman for

stunned, and so

“Yes.” Olivia nodded.

nearly a month of hypnosis, she was mentally and physically

to focus on studying or working during this period. Her

having fun and was skilled

off the cliff by Gillian, her heart

off and devoted all her energy to learning and

she and Gillian had

repress herself; rather, she would begin to gradually

was on the

to change first. The men were all wearing the same tuxedo, and the women were wearing the same sapphire blue

was the

brought Olivia to

handed a sapphire blue fishtail dress to Olivia.

and glanced at

“Don’t worry, they’re all new

went to the

her outside. “Ms. Taylor, have you been to 2046 before? Why haven’t I

my first

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

hadn’t even

and woman

Olivia’s first time

She pursed her lips in front of the mirror and glanced at Olivia from the corner of her

eyes were filled

thought that Daniel got

far inferior to

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after changing her clothes. The blue fishtail dress perfectly outlined her

Emily finished applying her lipstick, she twisted the golden lipstick

to

her gaze landed on Olivia, she was suddenly left

cliché dress so beautifully?”

blue fishtail dress, every dress

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

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

chosen this set

every cut, and every decoration was

a person than

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

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

Emily was incompetent in saying a few nasty words of ridicule toward Olivia. She then lifted her

the mirror, Sarah

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

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

the high heels, Sarah prepared to show off in

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 prepared to compare

to crush her

raised her eyebrows and looked at

sudden, her powerful aura was instantly

could this be?” she

Sarah’s expression cracked.

been reborn. There was an unusual charm

as they met, Sarah was almost

was ashen as she stared

reminded her quietly. Otherwise, Sarah might

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“Ramirez, that big liar!

the ugliest in the world? Why

“Ahhhhh!” she screamed inside.

was about to

She pinched her finger hard and looked

guess what Emily was going to say next. However, she did not

It belongs to another customer.

yes, yes. This dress belongs to someone else. Ms. Taylor, could you change into

Instead, she lowered

rolled her eyes around and suddenly smiled before saying in a mocking tone, “Ms. Taylor, don’t tell me you want to take someone else’s dress for yourself. You’re Mr. Sullivan’s fiancée. You can’t be so petty as to not even return a

it on purpose to provoke Olivia so that she had no choice but to

if word got

looked up and glanced at Emily indifferently before smiling. “Whose

Emily was stumped.

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

“This dress is

very much. I really do like it. I didn’t expect Emily to take the wrong one. Give it

this dress?” Olivia

it very much.” It was rare for her to soften her attitude as she wanted Olivia

this dress, so Sarah was certain that she could

want

Sarah nodded. “Yes.”

slightly. “But I’ve already

like this dress too much. I can’t

Emily nodded cooperatively.

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

the end, there was no need

already nodded.

looked at each other and saw the surprise in each other’s

to be

another royal blue fishtail dress. This time, when she came out of the changing room, she even put on a

gaze, not

on the other hand, sized her up carefully. However, the

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inside.

few glances before retracting her

over and handed the clothes

said calmly, “Go change

took the clothes

didn’t want to wear the clothes that

dress looked so beautiful. It was not a loss to

outcome.

this, Sarah was really

them to the ground. Then, she put on

on, she looked at the

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

went numb as she

fuck is

ugly that

out in this. I

up the zipper under her armpit. The moment she

fair and slender arm reached over from behind, grabbing the

whoosh, the curtain of

exposed

to

expression

“What the fuck…

is this ugly thing?”

sofa with her right leg on her left leg. Her fair feet floated in the air as

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

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Sarah’s face darkened.

and looked at

already taken off her shawl, revealing her sapphire blue fishtail

looked elegant and beautiful in it. It was even more

this

had done it on purpose. She had put on the

in her heart was completely ignited and

as it was about to burst out,

took a deep

and looked

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

and tapped a finger on

must be something

Emily was afraid that Sarah would not be able to control her temper, so

you.” As she spoke,

the three of them walked towards the

the middle of the dance floor, several couples

Emily led the way, she said, “Let’s walk further and see where

nodded and walked slowly by her

just a blink of an eye, Emily disappeared

with the dim

sat on a bar stool to watch the people dancing in the middle of the

were about a dozen couples dancing on the dance

were gradually people who could not keep up and had

there was only a man and a woman left dancing

eyesight, but she was too far away from the center. Everyone was wearing the same

the couple in the middle

stood

woman was slender and long. Her half–length hair was tied into a bun on the lower

looked like a lady

the surrounding people couldn’t help

clapped her hands. She even heard the

heaven.”

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are so compatible

someone said, turning

talk to

saying anything? Don’t you think

Are they compatible?

frowned and did not say

Olivia’s direction, most of his side profile could be seen. It

up and wanted to walk

for some reason, the crowd that was originally standing quietly suddenly surged and gathered in the

instantly stopped Olivia in her

behind the crowd and look at the center of the crowd. The woman also placed her hand on the mask and

a beautiful and

A trace of surprise flashed in his deep eyes.

her lips, and smiled

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

that, he immediately turned around and

he was looking

instantly melted and was filled

crowd and walked towards Olivia. He took her hand and introduced her

Olivia and said gently, “Hello. My name

Daniel’s shoulder with her right hand and smiled naturally. “I’m this guy’s

and glanced at Winona’s right

felt a

gaze, Winona

Daniel and I

shoulder and nudged him with her elbow. She

Good buddies?

Olivia frowned.

Daniel leaned in and whispered into Olivia’s

said in an extremely distant and indifferent tone,

calm eyes flashed

an ex–girlfriend. What’s there to

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Olivia’s hand and walked

spot alone. Her gaze grew profound

her eyes.

so long, everyone was a little

the second floor,

went over

to the washroom

just finished tidying up her clothes and was about to

little overboard today.

was Emily

felt that Daniel was

have much of a reaction. She

aren’t you saying anything?” Sarah

pancake and asked,

her feet in anger. “Why aren’t

you’re stupid. Didn’t you

Sarah was stunned.

hair length,

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

noticed if you hadn’t mentioned it. Olivia does look

Emily patted Sarah and said in exasperation, ‘Olivia is just a substitute.

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

that she had

this on purpose

was

this was all an act, but her heart was still filled with jealousy. It felt like fine needles stabbing into her heart. It

were some things that couldn’t be examined too

Daniel

suddenly broken through the floodgates. There was no prior

did he like about

each other for a short period of time, and they did not

sure

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Amelia and Gillian, Olivia knew how those who had once loved her to the core could

Olivia suddenly felt uncertain.

her off the cliff, was

for Olivia to place her

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by

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

spicier the food was, the more satisfying it was

pick up a piece for Daniel. She spoke as she placed it in his

fish that was covered with a red pepper

and was about to ask him why he wasn’t eating it when

never eats spicy

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

her grip on

know that Daniel

don’t even

to eat, he didn’t touch spicy food at all. Once, I was naughty and deliberately ordered a slightly spicy dish as a

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

food. Whenever we used to eat out

food, and he didn’t allow anyone else to eat spicy food.

of them

their youth,

nothing to

at these people who were incredibly familiar with

she had

his feet and intended to move the

did so, he looked up at Michael and complained, “Michael, why did you order so many spicy dishes?

apologized profusely, saying that he was muddle–headed

spicy dishes were not ordered by

still curious as to why Sarah ordered so

Now, he finally understood.

had planted a

Michael sighed inwardly.

women were

raised his head and glanced at Olivia.

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a good life and was ambitious. She was a new star in the science arena. He heard that her family background was not bad

Olivia would really be

Unfortunately, Winona had returned.

that Daniel didn’t like spicy food and foolishly

What a silly girl.

angry and

his head, unable to bear to

very clean.” Winona handed her plate to Daniel, then gestured

her

plate was very clean. It only had a

Hot

naturally, as though she had done it countless times

slammed her forks

before Olivia could speak,

spicy grilled fish on his plate and said

he slowly ate the spicy grilled

in shock, especially Michael,

he doing? Daniel was actually

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

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

saying this, Daniel even moved to the side to distance himself

that he was not familiar with

not

He moved his

black pepper steak. He ate at least a serving or two of each of those dishes.

quickly pinned down the hand that was holding the fork and whispered to him,

put down his

Olivia did not let him eat it, he would

took a

to everyone, “I’m going out for a

left, a strange silence descended across the

Gideon widened their eyes and looked at Daniel’s

eyes were filled

Daniel really ate spicy food. He even ate half a

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It was impressive!

and then at Olivia. He was as shocked

fact, over the years, he had interacted more with

that Daniel did not eat spicy food and did not

Daniel could not eat

of Olivia, he finished half

self–control she had in her life to barely maintain her indifferent attitude. It took

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

Daniel!

had actually eaten so much spice in order

must have been angry at her for

so many years, but he was still

help but tear

must he love

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

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

and finally found him by the sinks

about to speak when she

lips were red, as though

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

realized this, Olivia was angry and

can’t eat spicy food, you shouldn’t eat

he saw Olivia, he seemed to have

want to do it for you. I can’t let you down, not in front

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his head on Olivia’s shoulder and rubbed his forearm against her

like a kitten tickling and teasing

pay much attention to what he was doing. She thought that it was an accident, but as

stopped and suddenly narrowed

smart person. Half of his brain was used to develop his career, while the other half was

just a slight movement from her, he understood what

had stopped, he

eyes instantly became

like a big puppy wagging its tail at its

his head and deliberately turned to look at Olivia with teary

When she saw

your stomach hurt?”

have hurt his stomach after

shook his

raised

where did it

at his red lips. His voice sounded sexy, as though he had done something naughty in

Olivia stared at him.

wanted to push

tighter. “Oh no! The pain has shifted. My legs

to her forehead and said in a helpless and doting

Olivia speaking in such a

felt even

with pain, but there was also a ball of fire

against Olivia’s neck and whispered,

the black watch

was only 8

had never seen Daniel sleep

but want to rest and sleep.” After saying that, he even looked at Olivia resentfully. “To think that

his head abruptly, looking as

did not react. She

a little

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he still found a

another topic. “Let’s go home. Andrew

stood rooted to the ground and

nervous. His heart tightened and he

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

leave

suppressed them in his heart, but his

was too drastic. It

her hand and patted his handsome face. Her voice was slightly

as though he

as though he wanted

hugged Olivia in his arms with so much force. There was

angry with me. If I do anything wrong, tell me. You must tell me! Don’t hold it in and leave

had never seen such a fragile

“Why would I leave you? Have you forgotten that we’re

Daniel was happy

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.

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

Daniel did not give Olivia any

Those evil people who wanted to sow discord between him and Olivia had better scram as

it, he would definitely teach them

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

her.

too many people on the dance floor at that time. If he suddenly let go of

he a saint. He was clear about right and

would hurt an unfamiliar

explaining about Winona, he talked about

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

her grandmother

a home when he was

his uncle, who was seven years older

like an abandoned child. His parents did not dote on him and they did not love him. Daniel chose

him to his uncle. They said that there was a world

biological

Sullivan family would be handed over to

didn’t like to go home, so he went

was the best and smartest child in the world. It was just that

encouraged Daniel to start his own

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

you would fall into their trap. They hope that you will hate them, that you will grow up crooked, and that you will become extreme and not become someone

you must not

very eloquent and knew

in by

moment, she suddenly

attention to Sarah.

it. He looked at Olivia as if she was a fool. “What are you talking about? That’s

did he

a

the future, don’t be obvious about it. Do it secretly. Otherwise,

make things difficult

Olivia stared at him.

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not return for a long time, Winona’s patience

that she had given him so much face

the highly publicized engagement event trending on Twitter, she knew that

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had a good understanding of

never leaned toward extravagance. He preferred a simplé engagement ceremony that would not

one reason why he made such a grand engagement, and that was to capture her attention. He wanted to force her to

from overseas

a bad temper. He definitely hated her for leaving

and embarrass her in front of others. Before Winona returned to the country, she was already mentally

and do her best

now, Daniel had gone

left with another woman and hadn’t returned for a

like this. She had to let him understand that her

continued to ignore her and tried to provoke her in this way again,

stay any longer, so

chased after her. “Winona, where

cold, and her face was covered with frost. “Sarah, go and tell Daniel that my patience has its limit, and

that, she left with swaying

Winona’s departing figure. She looked surprised and asked,

must be angry!” Sarah stomped her feet

she saw that Daniel was engaged to Olivia, she thought he had fallen in

she realized that he was using

and forced Winona to return to

embarrassed Winona, driving her away in anger. Indeed, that’s quite foolish.

and said helplessly, “These two enemies are clearly in love, but they always hurt each other. I don’t know how long

stomped her feet hard. “If it weren’t for Grandma, I wouldn’t have bothered with him. I’ll let him suffer alone for the rest of his

angry anymore.” Emily comforted

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table, Gideon had already consumed quite a bit of

Emily returning, he was quite puzzled

all Daniel’s fault. He’s getting more and more outrageous. I can’t wait to see the day

are you talking

Sarah said disdainfully, “You men are just thick–headed. You can’t even tell. Daniel is deliberately trying to provoke Winona. Didn’t you notice that Olivia looks very similar to Winona?”

was hesitant as he replied, “Her temperament does look a little similar,

right. Sarah nodded. “Daniel is trying to find a woman who looks just like Winona and then intentionally

Gideon didn’t see it, but Sarah

had never seen any women

doing it

lingering sense that something

the Taylor family’s side, Samuel had disappeared without a trace since his arrest. Emma was

had completely

energy, and

had brought Amelia to several hospitals, but none of them

was for Amelia to relax and not

believed that Amelia was suffering from sadness and depression, so he told William to stop pushing her too

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

the news of Olivia’s engagement spread, William asked the servants to keep an eye on Amelia to prevent her from seeing phones

always times when he

Amelia still saw it.

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

her

shrill, her eyes were red and

due to her excessive agitation, after

never woke

had looked for famous doctors, but they

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

overseas?” Cathy held Amelia’s hand as tears

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his head. “It’s useless. I’ve already invited the top medical team overseas

we do then?”

the same suit as usual. Only his

his pocket, he tugged at his

frustrated, but his aura was calm and

raised his eyes and looked straight at Maddie. Maddie’s heart skipped

room fell into silence as soon

gripped everyone, and even Cathy, who was most

we’ve reached this point? Moreover,

do my best to save my mother,

all should

his hand toward

looked at

health, William had not rested for a few days and nights.

too much, with the entire Taylor family’s burdens

take care of his erratic father, and his

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

“Olivia hates you all. If you don’t look for her and just distance yourself

if you look for her now and think of a way to force her to appear and

very clear–minded and had things well

Samuel and Amelia were

actually do anything. At

was human nature. One side was his parents, and the other was

sincerely hoped that these children could get

importance on her nieces and nephews, treating them as if they were her own and showing a high level of consideration

The corners of William’s mouth twitched, and an ugly smile appeared on his face. “Parents can’t choose. This is my responsibility,

“I’ll go and beg. Even if she wants my life, I’ll

Maddie stopped talking.

He carried the entire burden of

phone,

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the middle of drawing with Andrew

think too much and

picked it up, she realized that it was

eyebrows slightly with a hint

some understanding of William. This person was very

she and the Taylor family had reached

was nothing important, he would

why did he

switched hands to answer the phone, leaving her right

was not entirely focused

was very polite. “I’m sorry to disturb

and sneered. “Mr. Taylor, no need to be so

into the distance. After a while,

“Yeah,” she replied.

to the day you first returned to the Taylor family,

of drawing a little turtle. When she heard his question, the tip of her colored pen paused, leaving a large green spot on

she smoothly redirected her stroke, and the green spot

He clapped his hands and exclaimed,

guy on the forehead and whispered, “Would you like to

obediently nodded and ran upstairs with the drawing

wanted to frame the picture of the little turtle and hang it in his

Olivia drew for

left, Olivia returned to her senses and continued her phone call

understood William’s

was to show that if it were her when a conflict arises between giving birth to goodness and nurturing

although Amelia’s actions were a little overboard,

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

days and nights of interaction and exchange of emotions, how could she love

Grandpa Isaac. He raised me and doted on me. How can I bear to make

this. Therefore, our mother’s choice is not

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with that?”

right.” Olivia nodded. “Actually, I’ve never blamed her for

beginning to the end, she never blamed Amelia for being biased. She could even accept that her mother may not love her

her biological mother was a

could not distinguish right from wrong, could not see the difference between good and

She doesn’t love me enough, and I don’t love her enough. That’s fair. But what right

she have to ask

tried to have someone insult me, it was Amelia who

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

she wanted to side with Emma, she would find a way to seek reconciliation, offer money and gifts, and compromise to resolve the

so arrogant when it comes to me? Is it all because

me, slander my reputation, and even wanted

the Taylor family is, they can’t surpass the

to me and I’m her daughter, that

this!” Olivia said coldly. “It’s you who went

nature would not take the

nature is so

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

does that mean I have to forgive her no matter

words were powerful and resonant. They were

his

expect Olivia to hate them

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

looked back and saw Amelia lying unconscious on the

the end, he

you think the favor should be

wanted to laugh. “William, are you never–ending with this? Amelia has already made me repay the

the Taylor

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said one by one, “Emma has

suffer any substantial harm. Instead, it was Mom who suffered a blow. This

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

Olivia was silent.

his tone. “Olivia, I’m not forcing you. I just want to tell you the whole story. I want to tell you what Mom has

her body was

She stayed up with you every night, and during your postpartum period, she didn’t get

of losing her daughter made her suffer to the bone. She had a mental breakdown and went crazy

I admit that after you came back, Mom did a lot of wrong things and hurt you.

did love you for

you. You can decide for yourself if you want to save

that, William hung up the

several months because of the previous

of the Smith family, Olivia Taylor, is soft–hearted and

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

Olivia for having a conscience, and the Smith family

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

accounts on various social networks, including Twitter,

like flowers blooming

few days, the Smith family’s reputation resounded throughout

contact with the Smith family widened

They couldn’t believe it.

such an ancient medical family in the

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

all left s

so excited that I can’t sleep. There’s really a medical family in our country.” “That’s right,

all seen the news?”

top medical team from Bruce Hospital in Fesmuowana

cardiovascular specialists‘ team from Dunwall is

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

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

family, I know Olivia Taylor. She’s the young female scientist who won the Lasker Award. So, she’s the

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

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

television dramas aren’t this

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up the phone, William held the phone and a hint

he said

newspapers and news

still many people who

save her mother, those who knew her background wouldn’t say anything on the surface, but they would still think

a questionable character and may not have

not long ago, which was renowned for its

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

cold–hearted toward the Taylor family and did not care about Amelia, she

that Olivia would

The Sullivan family.

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

came downstairs and sat beside

Olivia’s conversation on the phone and

much Olivia had suffered, Daniel

felt a sour and bitter

back any longer, tears were welling up in

who was not afraid at all, no matter how grievous the disaster

suffering made his heart ache

but he couldn’t stand Olivia losing a

too much. Just do what you want to do.” Daniel leaned on her shoulder

you forever.” Andrew ran over

up with a

forehead. Her tone was gentle. “Andrew, you must keep your word. You have to be with

said, making his agreement clear with a

brought Andrew

cheek and knew that she

“Don’t be afraid. I’ll go to the

everything with

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

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

yet it carried a coldness that was like wind and thunder. “Do you think I’ve completely given up on

grabbed Olivia’s finger and said in a serious tone, “No matter what choice you

there are some things that I have to tell you. If you don’t save Mrs. Taylor, some people in the Evervale circle

about you? Do you

firmly,

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

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

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

ten or even a hundred skills with ease. She also knew how to plot and scheme, she just chose not

call to interrogate her

person who could be

respectfully, she might

chose the method she hated

had her own way of doing things and did not care about what

whether to save Amelia or not, she

could

in the study, Olivia sat in a large and comfortable chair and

paper:

“Smith family”

and a cold

was a good opportunity and time for the Smith

few calls and passed down the

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

time, news began to

to invite famous doctors from all over the world to the Hushe Republic to discuss the illness of Amelia

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

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

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

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

the Smith family completely reappeared in front of the world, no

various social

flowers blooming after

few days, the Smith

people who had never come into contact with the Smith family

They couldn’t believe it.

was actually such an

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

left

so excited that I can’t sleep. There’s really a medical family in our country.” “That’s

all seen the news?”

medical team from Bruce Hospital in

from

Mala, Dr. Moss, is heading to the Hushe

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

I know Olivia Taylor. She’s the young female scientist who won

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

oh my god. Indeed, outstanding people still have to be with outstanding people in everything. The young richest man and the young head of the ancient medical family,

novels and television dramas aren’t

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Layfield immediately became a hot topic. Those

family hospital was just an ordinary

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

thought that Isaac Smith was actually the

s on Twitter were filled

He only releases appointments on Wednesday mornings. I used to wonder why an old man like him was always going out, but now I think maybe he’s going to treat some big shots. I’m so

in my stomach. My mother brought me to several hospitals and said that I had to be operated on. My mother was afraid that I would suffer, so she brought me to Doctor Smith who prescribed a few sets of medicine. In less

not that they’re not

skills and character are second to none. He’s already

a respectable old

a heart attack and turned into a vegetative state. How

really hope that Doctor Smith will

Smith

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

through the s online and prayed silently in her heart, “Grandpa, did you hear that? Everyone is looking forward to you

reappeared, Olivia was also becoming more and more

institute was very worried about Olivia’s

differences, it was

who won’t raise suspicion or be seen as

already here. She’s on the way and will arrive in an hour.” Peter handed over a file

nodded and did not pay much attention to it. She did not

Olivia nearly dropped

composure.

is

this, did you, Olivia?” The charming girl

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you so much.

was filled

you in school? Why are you

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

help but have a headache. “That’s too

she enter the

was

had been kidnapped and sold to a couple who couldn’t have children

this couple had a good character, but she was weak and

happened next,

morning, Kelly called her and said that she had

had known each other for two years. At that time,

was only eight years old, but she already had a very serious gynecological

that something was wrong, so she taught the little girl to protect herself and

the little girl these things because she wanted her to protect herself just in

Unexpectedly, it really worked.

not at home. The little girl

the little girl was not injured, Olivia walked

the man

situation, she sent the little girl to the research institute

would be traumatized after such a big incident, so she sent her

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

the little girl was still too young,

spirit. The psychiatrist had to

very disadvantageous

was already filled with a sense of lifelessness. She

was Olivia who personally visited the research institute to communicate with Kelly and tell her to

use of learning skills? Can I stay with you after learning

smiled and nodded. “That’s right. Once you learn skills, you can protect me and stay

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forever.

“I’ll work hard to learn skills, protect you, and be with

forever.

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

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

Her eyes gradually warmed, and the sharp aura

No one could make decisions

in the name of

to enter the entertainment industry, then she should go

able to protect

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William, was still waiting for Olivia’s

sleep. His phone had been full of battery, afraid that he

phone was in his

than three days,

William, who looked exhausted but had surprisingly

William was waiting for Olivia

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

pressure, but she did

reputation crisis and took this opportunity to

in Olivia’s hands, it turned into an

gotten lost, with her

that Olivia actually possessed such a wide

teams from different countries had all set off at the same time due

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

and turned to look at

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

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

at Maddie fixedly. When he spoke, his lips

This…”

“There’s already a medical team here.

his eyes gradually became deathly still. “She… she’s

could finish speaking, Cathy walked

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

Cathy said with a

figure out. Why did William have

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

you, is Olivia’s medical skill really that amazing? Can she

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asked.

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

gaze suddenly changed into joy. She could not help but reach out and grab William’s

“There’s an 80% chance.”

nodded and turned to

Maddie was stunned

control her expression and said, “Mom, do you

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

out,

you can.” Cathy’s tone was sharp. “I know you must have a

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

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

still

she could speak,

you be so ruthless? Amelia is your own sister!” Cathy was furious, pointing at the door angrily. “Go, right now. If

of steps from

her head. She just lowered her eyes and

support Maddie. He then frowned and looked at Cathy. “Grandma, what

blame his aunt whenever something happened to

to Amelia, he sometimes

to taking care of his mother. She had no personal life, no family, and

mother, almost

manager of the Taylor family, especially

worry about it. She’s Amelia’s

deep breath. “I’ll say this today. It’s fine if nothing happens to Amelia. But if something really happens, I won’t consider Maddie

firm tone made

harsh

did all of this have to do with Maddie? How could everything be blamed

to speak up for his aunt when a

It was Maddie’s hand.

and said, “During the previous head inauguration ceremony of the Smith family, Olivia

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“Aunt, you mean to use this reason

Maddie nodded. “Yes.”

possible?” William

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 treat my sister long

looked

upright method, he chose to use unorthodox

coercion.

someone as proud and powerful

William suddenly understood.

Halfway through, he suddenly thought of his aunt’s words

Instead, he called Blake Smith with a respectful tone and requested the Smith

Seeing this, Maddie smiled.

Blake’s positive response and his assurance to contact the family head, she turned around

she did not even look at Cathy or say

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from Layfield

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

“Mr. Taylor called. He said that he was begging you to

gaze back to the orchids beside the desk and nodded. Her tone was inexplicable, making it impossible to tell her mood. “He’s

not

She had her arms lowered

cautious when it came to Olivia. Blake did not dare to be negligent

reason, Olivia had changed a lot after being hypnotized.

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

leaves on the table and

Gillian were young, there were two people responsible for taking care of

a

Gillian like her own daughters. She was very

the time, it was Blake

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

young and lively. She always played with Olivia and

very close to Zelen when she

suddenly disappeared

person as if this

was stunned. Her pupils dilated

“You remember now?”

instantly tore off

leaf and rolled it between her fingers. Then, she looked

Zelen? Who is

it. Why hypnotize me and make me forget

calm, but Blake was scared

wanted to explain, but she did not know where to start. She stuttered for a long time before forcing herself to say, “Miss, please don’t misunderstand. Zelen is a member of the main family. I don’t know why she came or why she

fingertips on the table and asked in

“The matters of the main family are very complicated. There are many things that I don’t know about. I only know a little. Every time the

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things were left unexplained. Miss, please wait a little longer. After a while, the main

frowned. After a while, she looked up and

Blake left,

walked behind Olivia and massaged her

and said in a low voice, “I hate it when

stopped massaging for a

eyes and

a moment, but he quickly returned to normal. He lowered his head

been very good. I remember everything after I was five years old. However, before I was five

names, who my family was, and where

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

not re

Speaking of this, t

while, I thought that I had forgotten because I was too young.

that after being hypnotized by Ernesto, I realized that my memories before I was five years old were not forgotten by

amazed. “Can hypnosis do

Olivia nodded. “the Wilco

has a special hypnosis

you so sure that

the accident, it was easy for a young child

undone the hypnosis.

was a little surprised. “Did Ernesto undo it for you? Or was it because of the second hypnosis superposition

head.

to do it too?” This time, Daniel

studied a few hypnosis books and recalled

to say. After a while,

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

Olivia made sound easy.

had nothing to say. He was afraid that if he said too much, it would make him look

he was still

was at a

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

to work harder. Otherwise, Olivia would look down

single famous doctor from all over the world could treat Amelia. No matter what test they ran or how

William called Blake again.

handed the phone to

with pain

please.”

that Olivia was

Smith family. She no longer had anything to do with the

Taylor family

Taylor.” William’s

and looked at the layers of dark clouds in

.

family herself. It was time to

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

that’s great. I’ll

while, Sophia realized that

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

Olivia was the most scheming kind of person. Taking advantage of Mrs. Taylor’s illness, Olivia

Olivia couldn’t

room and

very happy about it. “She’s really coming! That’s great. That’s great. Amelia

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

something to tell you. But I’m not

the sofa and sized up Sophia. Then, Cathy frowned

After that, she turned around and closed the door properly.

going on?”

side, and I know everything about

Cathy frowned in disbelief.

she had not seen Olivia many times, he did not look like

Think about it. That’s an awful lot of coincidences, don’t you think?” Upon hearing this, Cathy’s heart skipped a beat. She

was shocked. She quickly calmed her down and poured her a

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

still going

to treat Amelia, and she has to treat Amelia well. Otherwise, Olivia would be deliberately

Olivia came with Kelly.

the back of her beautiful head, and

her look less sexy and

William could not help

was

head and looked at him

and subconsciously

Kelly’s charming eyes instantly turned

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

eyelashes covered her eyes, as well as the coldness and bloodthirst in

warned herself that now was not

had to wait for the right time. She had to wait until the day

people who had bullied Olivia to

to have thought of something, and a trace of bloodthirst

house, Liam and Cathy were already waiting

stick in his hand. He thought he should be respected. He

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

choked on Olivia’s actions. He was surprised that she ignored him just like

he was embarrassed and

thought Olivia was

Olivia was in charge of the Smith family. She also had connections with the

that young people were too

girl had just succeeded and was already so arrogant. He couldn’t wait to see the day

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 good

was

the man doted on her. When a better and more beautiful

time, Olivia would be the most

Olivia would

asked the butler to help him take

did not care about these things

the day that Olivia went down and came to beg

care, but

Olivia. Cathy could

said, “Stop right

stop walking and continued to

it anymore and shouted,

Olivia,

handrail of the stairs. She turned her

her head to see

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

armrest and tapped her fingertips on the circular decoration on the armrest.

help you stay healthy.” “What

good for

you look up.”

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

but she had

this. Cathy took a deep breath and said coldly, “Can you guarantee

to ask Olivia for a promise. Otherwise, what if Amelia’s health worsened when Olivia treated

was not at ease with

her head honestly.

choked. She did not expect Olivia to say

face was cold. “It’s fine if you can cure Amelia. If

harmed Amelia. Who knew what

tone, “What’s going on? Your family is going to cause trouble before we even

and was about

already turned around and went downstairs. As she walked, she said, “What kind of people would blame someone else

up and stared at William. “What a

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

looked more shameless

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Olivia immediately walked outside.

or not

they want

frightened. He lowered his voice and begged for a long time. It was only then that Olivia

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

the words she had in

Amelia’s room, Olivia examined Amelia’s body. She took out a box of silver needles and prepared to insert a needle into Amelia’s

he looked at the box of silver needles. He felt a tingling sensation on his scalp as a

long. They were twice as long as normal silver

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

his head and glanced at Olivia with a

take it anymore. She was scared out of her wits and

her out. He pleaded in a low voice, saying, “Grandma, please, don’t add

carried Cathy to the door and locked

how hard Cathy knocked on the door, it remained

not help but exclaim, “Oh golly. Mrs.

sharp pain in her chest and slumped to the

Cathy back

no, Mr. Ronald. Olivia is going to kill Mrs. Taylor. Mrs. Green has already fainted. Please come

In less than ten minutes, he arrived at the Taylor family’s home. Sophia immediately went to welcome him, saying, “Mr. Ronald, you’re

as he strode

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 did nothing? Is

what happened. Mr. William seems

muddle–headed!” Ronald said as he

behind and fanned the flames, saying, “Mr. Ronald, are you going over just like that? Mr. William will surely stop you. Plus, there are so

if he gets some servants to restrain

stopped in

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

the corners of Ronald’s mouth

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

acupuncture therapy to Amelia? I’ll

hint of cold malice flashed across

“Do you have any handy sticks that

the stick she was about to mention, “A golf

he shook his head. “It’s too long. I want to catch Olivia off guard and suddenly break

rolling

Ronald replied, his eyes lighting up. “Hurry up

get it.”

pin. It was about the size

gave it a

saying that, he concealed the rolling

door of Amelia’s room, knocked, and

enjoined in a low voice, “Uncle,

Ronald said as he nodded. “I’ll

bent over and squeezed in. While William was

raised the rolling pin in his right hand and fiercely struck toward Olivia’s

himself, “Stupid girl. You want to hurt Amelia, huh? I’ll break your right hand. Let’s see how you can treat

the Smith family, which has a long–standing reputation in the field of medicine?

behind him, William turned around.

raised high and holding a

facing them. She was staring at Amelia with full concentration. Her forehead was covered in

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

suddenly stood in front of Olivia and

young girl wore a pair of sneakers. Her movements were nimble, as if she did not

seemed to have been hit by a heavy hammer. He

of solid wood, but it was smashed into pieces by

stunned for a moment. He then saw Ronald vomit a

he called out and quickly went over to

crossed her arms. Standing in front of William, her tone was cold and indifferent as she said, “Go call an

eyes to glance at Kelly. He

said, “You…” He thought to himself, “How could

was over 5 feet and 10 inches tall, while Kelly was not even 5 feet and 7 inches. “She’s slender,” William

and looked into the depths of his eyes, saying, “He actually dares to lay hands on Olivia in front of me. He’s really courting death! I show mercy this time.

soft–hearted and gives in to all of you, but

very quickly

William learned about

ribs in his chest were broken. Fortunately, the bones did not penetrate his lungs.

He just

two ribs, William instinctively looked up and

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 some blood samples from

“Medicine

He was surprised.

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period of time before Amelia regained consciousness. She was given acupuncture therapy during

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

“Water,” she softly murmured.

When she saw Amelia regain consciousness, she was overjoyed. She immediately got up and quickly poured a glass of hot

Taylor, you’re finally

a glass of water

to me?” she asked

only remembered that she was looking at the news of Olivia’s engagement. Her emotions had fluctuated intensely, and a wave of

went

not know anything that

everything that had happened during the

unconscious.

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

at all. It took a lot of begging from Mr. William and agreeing to many conditions for her to finally come.” “Oh,” Amelia replied as she nodded. She had a listless expression, appearing in a state of being stupefied. She thought to herself, “It turns out that it was Olivia that

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

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

so calm and not angry at

that I can’t understand my previous emotions, and I don’t know why I

my sanity and clouded my judgment.

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

act like a father at all. He actually resorted to using public opinion to threaten and

to accept is

forehead, wondering why she had done so

of innermost thoughts, Olivia was not as important as Emma in Amelia’s heart. After all,

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

Emma.

she was somewhat abnormal as she often could not

to gauge her emotional state. “Mrs. Taylor, Olivia will come again tomorrow

Olivia would come

she was clear–headed. She considered herself to have a balanced perspective

Samuel’s matter, she believed that Olivia

with Olivia either. After all, if

eyes. She seemed to

her eyes no longer held any

had already made a

Emma, and on the other

to let go of

Samuel did not

only to the four major

he has remained faithful and committed to me alone all the

it was Samuel who watched over her day

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 of

she’s not my biological child, she shows genuine respect and care for

this world, there couldn’t be a more considerate child

my condition.

not bring herself to act as

unfair

not

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

merely looked at it in a daze. Daniel

Olivia leaned her head on his shoulder and rubbed it against his shoulder affectionately. She did not say anything. She just handed over the

and found that it

test between Emma and Samuel as well as how Samuel and

them inside. The three of them would often go out for dinner

appearing to be a perfectly happy family. Those who did not know the inside story had no idea

became profound like an endless

was very concerned

this information would not be able to

of the daughter of her father’s

tone was as gentle as a spring breeze in March as he said, “Olivia, don’t be sad. You still have

that the statement lacked sufficient

do something more

his phone and

was doing his homework in his room when

“It’s Daddy!” he thought.

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

“He’s in the

at home,

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

his father. Instead, he immediately pounced

She hugged the little one, kissed him, and asked, “Have you finished your

sweet. He said, “I missed you,

“What a sweet–talking

picked him up and walked out of the study,

“Sure,” Andrew replied loudly.

was left alone sitting on

“What’s

left behind,

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on the way to the Taylor family’s house, the driver was driving in the front, while Kelly sat beside Olivia, keeping her head lowered as she looked

of the window. Her gaze was

she said, “It’s not

longer had any expectations,

family had diminished significantly. She really did not

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

to argue, Olivia would immediately throw

However, she could not

necessarily mean that she would actually

hold it

Olivia nodded.

Taylor family’s house, they found it surprisingly quiet. Amelia did not act crazily. She was very quiet, so

steadily on the

the acupuncture therapy on her, she

Taylor, thank you,” Amelia

was holding a silver needle stopped moving. She said in a low

at William and said, “William, go out first. I have a few words to say to

was not at

could not be easily controlled, just

She

In the end, he gave in. He could only nod helplessly and say, “I’ll wait outside,

“Got it,” Amelia said.

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

voice was

not discern what was in her mind. Upon hearing this, she nodded slightly and replied, “Feel

gaze was gentle and her expression was unprecedentedly

felt that she was very clear–headed now. She had never been

years.

Emma have done a lot

eyelashes trembled slightly. She did not

not to mention incredibly adorable. You’re very obedient and

a pity that our mother–daughter bond was short–lived. Perhaps God only granted us a brief five–year connection. If we had

she persevered, saying, “I really hope that we, as mother and daughter, can reunite, but there are too many conflicts between us. No matter what, we can’t go back

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

can accompany her wholeheartedly. In a few years, after she is released from prison,

that welled up in her

raised her gaze. Her attractive eyes, which were

not say anything. She just looked at Amelia

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

them, Amelia could no longer

They were destined to have a short–lived connection, so there was

her fingers tightly

was waiting for Olivia to speak,

this moment felt especially long. Every minute and second passed

of time, Amelia

voice, which was soft and gentle, yet incredibly

darkened. Her body suddenly stiffened and she fell straight onto the

stuffing a calming pill

fluctuated dramatically and she suddenly fainted after learning

used at

thought. “The preparation doesn’t go to

Amelia’s emotions stabilized, Olivia handed the medicine bottle to her and enjoined softly, “This

harmless to the body. If you feel physically unwell

not say anything. She just held the medicine bottle

It was completed in less

guidelines that required careful adherence. She then put away the silver needles and

a daze, keeping her head lowered. One could not discern what she was thinking. It was not until she reached the door

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

and said,

sitting on the bed lost in thought 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 take a nap.”

she was about to drink some

She lowered her head

“What’s this?” she thought.

recalled for a moment. Suddenly, she thought of the beautiful girl who accompanied

thought, “It seems like

must have been left

picked it up, 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 out from

a group photo of Samuel,

Amelia’s pupils contracted intensely.

noted that Samuel used Olivia as a cover for

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

a paternity test report between

are father and daughter” was the last sentence. Amelia thought

was uncertain if she had taken too much of her calming medication. Her emotions

to suddenly have an epiphany. She quickly rummaged through her drawers, wanting to find photos of Emma from her childhood to her present age to see if she bore a striking

find

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

single one of them

comparing them as she went. It was only when she had looked at all

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