Chapter 236

In Mala.

Gillian held the phone without saying a word.

After a long while, she suddenly scoffed.

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

“In that case, I should really thank her.

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

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

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

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

Only then did her anger quelled a little.

“Good, very good. Olivia is so selfless.

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

“This is the reason.

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

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

“She is such a hypocrite.

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

Who needs Olivia’s self–righteous charity?

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

What kind of logic is this? This is so unfairl

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

Her expression was cold and terrifying.

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

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

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

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

Gillian puckered her brows and her face darkened.

After a while, the phone was picked up.

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

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

Gillian was baffled and slightly stunned.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

them Most medicinal dishes use meat or vegetables as main

ingredients and herbs as seasoning.

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

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

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

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

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

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

The results were the same.

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

Tracy was in complete despair.

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

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

She did not want to believe the nonsense Gillian said.

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

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

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

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

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

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

But she couldn’t open her mouth.

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

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

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

meet.

“Five percent,” Tracy suggested.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Daniel sat beside her.

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

Someone turned around and greeted him.

“Mr. Sullivan?” came a soft voice.

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

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

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

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

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

Daniel then remembered.

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

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

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

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

did not have a deep impression of her.

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

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

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

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

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

Surprisingly, Olivia leaned out to talk to her.

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

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

Olivia responded with a smile.

That smile took Frey’s breath away.

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

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

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

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

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

person.

Olivia recognized Freya because she had watched the movie.

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

Freya was not very interested and only gave Olivia perfunctory

responses

Throughout the conversation, her eyes kept wandering between the black

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

Then, she curled her lips in contempt.

“I see. She is just a sugar baby.”

Olivia saw through Freya’s thoughts.

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

So, Olivia ended the chat and resumed reading.

Freya had been trying to engage Daniel in a conversation.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Lunch was served on the plane.

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

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

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

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

“Thank you very much.”

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Freya sneered with an arrogant expression.

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

“Daniel will probably get tired of her soon.”

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

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

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

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

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

Freya was dumbfounded.

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

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

front.

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

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

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

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

mesmerized everyone.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The flight attendant had no words for her.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Olivia nodded.

Ernesto wore a smug face and was about to speak.

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

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

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

Fesmuowana and told me to be careful.

Ernesto raised his eyebrows:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

However, monitoring herself was permissible.

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

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

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

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

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revealed Ernesto’s purpose for visiting Gillian directly.

Ernesto was stunned.

It was a little unexpected.

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

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

Based on his extensive experiences in watching dramas, a

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

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

He felt rather upset.

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

“A TV series?”

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

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

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

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

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

Ernesto was rendered speechless.

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

Ernesto was stumped for words.

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

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

His heart sank.

Afterward, Olivia leaned back in her chair.

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

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

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

“How can this be?”

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

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

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

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

Olivia replied, “I guess.”

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Olivia ignored him and simply lowered her head to read.

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

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

Ernesto blinked in puzzlement.

Olivia sighed. “This is a voice recorder.”

Ernesto’s lips parted in silent surprise.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

“Really?” Yvonne was not convinced.

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

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

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

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

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

treatments.

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

Gillian had created a learning plan for herself.

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

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

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

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

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

Gillian was completely dumbfounded.

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

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

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

“How could this be?”

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

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something sacred.

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

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

The first page was actually the simplest.

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

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

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

Then, she stomped on it violently.

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

“Why did this happen? Why?”

Gillian buried her head in her hands and cried bitterly.

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

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

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

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

“That’s enough.” Yvonne nodded.

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

Carlos smiled and did not continue the conversation.

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

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

As time passed, his interest waned.

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

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

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

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

That girl was Isaac’s granddaughter.

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

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

She had completely given up.

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

She didn’t know how to face Yvonne.

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

all.

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

After shivering for a while, Gillian suddenly calmed down.

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

Gillian crawled over and picked up the phone.

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

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

“I can’t go,” she said flatly.

Yvonne was puzzled. “Why?”

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

It was all thanks to the martial arts manual.

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

There were no pictures, only cryptic text.

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

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

The book was like the martial arts manual in television dramas

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all incomprehensible gibberish.

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

“Who the fuck could understand this?”

Gillian had a meltdown.

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

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

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

After a while, the phone rang again.

Gillian glanced at the caller ID. It was Yvonne.

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

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

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

Yvonne was so angry that her body kept trembling.

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

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

“It could be found with a simple search online.

“Online?” Gillian was perplexed.

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

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

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

Gillian was dumbfounded.

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

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

Finally, the call was picked up.

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

She knitted her brows and picked it up.

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

“Not this again.”

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

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

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

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

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

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Olivia was furious and frustrated when talking about that.

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

However, Gillian just wouldn’t believe it.

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

Gillian mumbled, “Grandpa told me that.”

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Over in Mala.

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

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

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

“Then, why did I come to Mala?

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

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

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

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

However, she did not dare to regret it.

She had done too much to turn back.

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

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

Suddenly, the ringtone startled her.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

at all.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Gillian’s heart raced.

It was undeniable that she was tempted.

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

Ernesto’s words moved Gillian completely.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Ernesto gave his assistant Saul three days for the mission.

However, even three days seemed too long for Ernesto.

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

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It was just abducting a woman.

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

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

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

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

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

And so, Ernesto was taken into custody.

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

Saul was set free with him as well.

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

immediately drew people’s attention because of their appearance.

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

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

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

It was something big.

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

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

The police suspected that something serious was going on.

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

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

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

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

Ernesto was worldless with rage and decided to leave immediately.

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

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

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

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

“So, you didn’t manage to catch her.”

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

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

“What information?” Gillian was curious.

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

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

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

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

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

Ernesto gestured to Saul.

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

“Me?” Gillian pointed at herself.

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

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

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

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

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

– Start with courtesy and

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

The Smith family was shot to fame.

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

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

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

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

Olivia thus embarked on the journey alone.

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

“Olivia.”

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

me?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

come?”

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

But now, Gillian was no longer certain.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

For some reason, this question came out almost instinctively.

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She felt wronged.

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

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

She understood this fact.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Ernesto was speechless.

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

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

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

Ernesto flared up.

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

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

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

Ernesto chuckled.

Finally, there was something she didn’t know.

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

Olivia responded, “Sure.”

Wait, what the heck!

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

He never expected her to agree.

What was going on?

Ernesto was a little stunned. “You agreed?”

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

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Ernesto, initially surprised, burst into laughter.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

state.”

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

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

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

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

In comparison to Olivia, she felt utterly inadequate.

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

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

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

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

Olivia responded, “Give me the book first.”

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

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

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

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

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

methods on Olivia.

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

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

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

Athene looked up, puzzled.

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

Athene nodded. “That’s good.”

The conference at the International Medical Association concluded swiftly.

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

Ernesto nodded and said, “Alright.”

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

start now.”

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

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

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

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

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

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

back soon.”

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

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

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

Once her memory returned, Olivia hurriedly got dressed.

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

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

“What are you looking at?” he asked.

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

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

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

But who could truly understand her or her struggles?

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

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

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

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

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

How had this come to pass?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Olivia greeted Gillian with genuine happiness, “Gillian!”

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

emotions.

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

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

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

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

Olivia still did not say anything.

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

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

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

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

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

She suddenly remembered an incident from her youth.

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

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

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

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

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

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

However, the reality was harsh.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

or rest.

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

Unfortunately, that was where she hit a wall.

She would never be able to compare to Olivia.

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

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

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

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

life.

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

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

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

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

Gillian wanted to see how Olivia would face such inferiority.

The Taylor family was having dinner.

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

All of them praised Doris and ignored Olivia.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

as the sun.

Gillian was stunned and subconsciously took two steps back.

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

After saying this, Olivia beamed with joy.

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

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

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

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

Olivia squatted down and picked up up at Gillian.

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

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

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

With that, Olivia pushed the door open and left.

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

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

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

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

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

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Gillian returned to her room next door in a daze.

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

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

Ernesto raised his eyebrows quizzically.

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

Olivia was almost done making sandwiches.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Megan’s heart softened.

She looked away but did not pull back her hand.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Julian bowed and acknowledged. “Understood.”

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

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

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

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

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

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

“I know.” Megan felt terrible.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Stella looked at her while handling the cashier.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

She picked up a meat sandwich.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

“What are you looking at?” he asked.

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

What nonsense was Stella spouting so early in the morning?

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Today was the first day of selling sandwiches.

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

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

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

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

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

Olivia’s sandwich stall opened just like that.

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

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

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

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

Simple and convenient.

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

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

It was better not to come here tomorrow.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Olivia smiled sweetly. “Alright.”

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

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

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

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

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

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

The sandwiches were done and they filled two food trucks.

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

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

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

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

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

When they arrived, they were stunned.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

She had a little grandson who was very picky.

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

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

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

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

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

Olivia was stunned.

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

Hearing this, the old lady was unhappy.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Her attitude was not bad.

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

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

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

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

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

Before Stella could react.

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

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

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

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

Julian was stunned. What was this?

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

Wasn’t the barbecue restaurant not busy?

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

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

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

“What about the barbecues?” Julian asked.

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

Julian and Megan were speechless.

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

In the end, the room next door was empty.

Where did she go?

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

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

She quickly contacted Stefan to ask.

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

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

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

seat.

She threw her backpack aside and sat down.

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

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

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

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

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

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

This time, Gillian could not sleep anymore.

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

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

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

Gillian frowned. This name sounded very familiar.

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

There was no reply for a long time.

Gillian pinched the space between her eyebrows, feeling frustrated.

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

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

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

Their

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

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

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

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

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

It was catchy and easy to memorize.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Gillian said, “Is it really that delicious?”

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

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

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

How delicious could a sandwich be?

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

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

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

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

She wanted to try it.

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

Updates? That’s too classy.

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

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

Gillian was dumbfounded.

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

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

178 friends.

All her friends did follow it.

She was a hardcore fan.

At the Taylor family sandwich shop.

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

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

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Her mother, Megan, pushed her upstairs to rest.

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

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

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

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

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

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

common room.

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

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

Initially, Stella suggested letting Olivia and Doris live together.

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

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

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

She had always been a little afraid of this genius.

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

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

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

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

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

Megan nodded.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Doris despised women like this the most.

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

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

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

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

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

It was so notsy

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

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

Doris’s heart was filled with frustration.

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

She only woke up in the afternoon.

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

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

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

Olivia smiled politely and went upstairs.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

This thing was obviously a pirated book.

Moreover, the title of the book was too aspirational.

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

She did not expect Olivia to read such things.

Gillian felt secretly pleased with herself.

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

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

Books like these were basically trash. It was useless.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Gillian asked casually, “How many?”

“380 thousand.”

“Pili!”

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

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

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

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

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

“389,762.”

Gillian was so done.

Olivia must be teasing her.

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

Fuck. If she was in a marketing company, she would be considered a genius after gaining 380 thousand followers in two weeks.

However, Olivia actually learned it from a pirated book.

Impossible, absolutely impossible!

Gillian did not believe it.

Olivia handed the phone over for her to look at the background data.

Gillian took a closer look.

Olivia was really lying. It was indeed not 389,762.

It was 389,788.

In just two minutes, she had gained 26 fans.

How was that possible?

Could it be like those fantasy novels? The secret manual for success is hidden in a small village! Gillian quickly flipped through the tattered book.

Now, her mentality when reading this book was different.

Previously, when she saw the title “Manual for Marketing Success“, she felt that it was so silly.

Looking at it now, it was simple and direct. It was obvious at a glance that it was written by an expert.

She immediately flipped it open.

The content inside was,

  1. What’s the benefit of having a social media account?

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  1. How to identify and accurately target audiences
  2. Typesetting is very important
  3. A Free Way
  4. Sincere Advice for Attracting Fans
  5. How to Retain Fans

They were more or less the same. It didn’t matter if it was said or not. It didn’t have any actual use.

Gillian looked at it again and again, but she did not see anything special.

She frowned and looked at Olivia. “Did you really learn from this?”

Olivia nodded. “Yes.”

She reached out and tapped it with her fingertip. “Look, I even took notes.”

Gillian read Olivia’s notes carefully.

She realized that she had written very carefully. Combined with the content taught in the book and the characteristics of her sandwich shop, she made a plan of action step by step. Every step was implementable.

The notes Olivia had written were indeed based on what was taught in the book, but she had purified them and combined them with reality to find the best solution.

Gillian read it and did not speak for a long time.

Seeing that she was silent, Olivia thought that Gillian was sad, so she explained, “Gillian, I know you’re doing this for my own good. You’re afraid that I’ll waste my time and not be able to learn anything after reading the books.”

She propped her chin on her hand and smiled cutely. “Actually, I don’t think there are any useless books. It’s just whether the person who studies it is serious or not. Even if it’s something common, as long as you’re serious, you can learn something.”

As she spoke, Olivia raised her hand and took the book back. She carefully closed it and put it in her bag. Gillian’s fingers that were holding the glass of water trembled a little. It took her a long time to stabilize them.

She thought of a question. “It’s okay in town, but most of the villagers are old people. Many of them don’t know how to use it. How did you get them to pay attention?”

Olivia chuckled. “I’ve thought of this problem, but they’re all using WhatsApp now, so this isn’t a problem. The key is how to use and protect them after they become fans. We can’t possibly have new sandwiches every day, right?”

Olivia had indeed thought about this problem. She could not sleep for a few days. She thought about it day and night and finally thought of a good idea.

She took out her phone and let Gillian look at the app on it. Her tone was light. “I realized that Amazon and the other apps will spend money to buy new members. It’s about ten dollars per member. As long as a new person registers and logs in, they will give commission.”

Olivia looked serious. “Many of the old people in the village have never used Amazon before. They are all new users. As long as they register on Amazon, they are new members and can get money.

“I’ll post such a link and let them register themselves. Then, I’ll give them a direct rebate.”

“Will they register?” Gillian frowned. “It’s easy to follow social media accounts, but it’s very difficult to register on an app. You still have to download it.”

“Look at this.” Olivia waved her phone and showed it to Gillian. “This is a comic I drew. It teaches the elderly how to register.”

The manga was simple and straightforward. Moreover, the process was clear and easy to understand. She didn’t need to read to understand.

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Olivia continued, “This is just one of the ways to retain fans. Not everyone will register. There are more messages about the sandwiches in the account.”

Olivia was really serious about her business. Painstaking effort has been put into every tiny detail.

She told Gillian, “I really intend to make turn my sandwiches into a big business.”

Gillian originally wanted to ask if Olivia was sad these few days and if she was jealous of her favored and outstanding sister.

However, looking at the dazzling Olivia, she suddenly could not bring herself to ask those words.

Olivia’s willpower was never limited to a small world. Her eyes were always focused on her heart and the vast world.

Chapter 249

The food in the restaurant was not bad.

Olivia found everything delicious. She only felt full after eating two platefuls of food in a row.

Gillian teased, “Why? Did your family starve you?”

The corners of Olivia’s lips curled up slightly. Her smile was faint, but it was just right.

“It’s not that they starve me. It’s just that I’ve eaten enough of the sandwiches. I eat it every day. I’m tired of it.”

Gillian smiled and did not reply.

She picked up the cup and took a sip of water. After a while, she said, “There’s something I have to tell

you.”

Olivia nodded.

“You built the sandwich shop. You have to watch it carefully. Don’t let anyone pick the fruit.”

Olivia looked up and thought seriously for a while. She did not say anything and only smiled.

After leaving the restaurant.

Gillian immediately called Megan and asked her to suggest that the restaurant would be reserved for Doris in the future in front of others.

She wouldn’t give Olivia a single cent.

After hanging up the phone, Gillian raised her hand and flipped her hair.

She thought of what her grandfather had said countless times.

He said that Olivia’s medical skills were good. In the future, the Smith family would have to be supported by Olivia. She and Jarron would support Olivia.

For what reason?

They were both granddaughters of the Smith family. Olivia was the youngest. Why should she take over? Gillian was unwilling.

Now, she also wanted Olivia to taste the bias she had once suffered.

“Let’s see how Olivia can remain calm when Julian and Megan hand the Taylor family over to Doris,” she thought.

After dinner, Olivia wandered outside for an entire afternoon before returning home.

Dinner was already prepared at home.

At the sight of Olivia’s return, Megan’s expression was a little unnatural.

The others also pursed their lips and pulled a long face. They didn’t look too happy.

Olivia raised her eyebrows.

She thought to herself, “Why did my family change in just one afternoon?”

They were still very close to her in the morning, but now they were cold.

“Olivia Megan cleared her throat. “I have something to tell you.”

Stella was easily embarrassed and could not bear to hear what Megan said next. She only said, “I’ll go to the kitchen to take a look.”

Then, she left in a hurry

Olivia sat on the chair and glanced at Stella’s back indifferently. Then, she lowered her eyes and seemed to be deep in thought.

“Here’s the thing. Megan sat on a stool, holding her phone in her hand.

Her phone was on, and she was having a call with Gillian

Gillian wanted to know Olivia’s reaction immediately. She wanted to see her shock, pain, and unwillingness… Just like what she had suffered in the past.

“The sandwich shop at home. Your father and I want to leave it to Doris in the future. We also want to give this building to Doris.”

When Megan first spoke, her tone was still not very smooth, but as she spoke, she became more and more fluent. “Doris is the smartest and most outstanding child in our family. After getting into Capital University, she will have to settle down in a big city in the future. As parents, we can’t help much. We can only leave her more assets.”

“Olivia, what do you think?” Megan deliberately asked Olivia.

Olivia held an orange in her hand and slowly peeled it. She broke off a piece and stuffed it into her mouth. before looking up at Megan. “Mom, isn’t it a little too early to talk about this?”

On the other side, Gillian was excited when she heard this.

“It’s coming. It’s coming!”

“Get angry, get angry, be indignant, get angry to your heart’s content!”

She would be filled with resentment, just like her in the past

Hearing Olivia’s indifferent words, Megan was a little angry. She questioned, “Are you unwilling? Let me tell you, whether you’re willing or not, this family has to be left to Doris.

“She’s the hope of our Taylor family. She’s a university student and will become a great painter in the future. We have to give all the money and things in the family to Doris!”

The orange was a little sour. Olivia frowned and swallowed it.

She was a little too lazy to speak.

It was a very strange feeling. Half a month ago, she was still close to Megan and the others. She wanted to treat them well and work hard for them.

But in the past few days, this feeling had suddenly faded a lot.

Sometimes, looking at these people, Olivia actually felt that they were unfamiliar.

She did not want to argue with Megan about this matter.

However, she thought that since she was her biological mother, there were still some things that she had

to say.

She pinched the orange and deliberated over her tone. “Mom, don’t you think you’re a little too short–sighted?”

“What the hell?” thought Megan.

Megan was dumbfounded, wondering, “Why did she turn against me?”

“What short–sightedness?” Megan asked subconsciously.

Olivia licked her lower lip, feeling more and more strange.

During this period of time, although she was always busy selling sandwiches, she rarely interacted with

Doris.

However, even after such a short interaction, she could sense that Doris was stupid.

Be it in terms of IQ, EQ, or the way she conducted herself, she was like a primary school student. She was childish, aloof, and looked down on others.

Such a person could get into Capital University?

Apart from Donis, Gillian was also very stupid.

The instigation was too obvious.

However, Olivia could sense that she did not have any bad intentions, so she did not pay much attention

to IL

Olivia threw the orange peel into the wastebasket. She looked at Megan and said in a puzzled tone, “Why

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are you bringing this up now? Can’t you wait a few years until I make the sandwiches into a big business?” God, Olivia really didn’t want to say it so bluntly.

It was just a sandwich shop. She had only managed it for half a month and it had already reached such a scale. When she expanded the sandwich business, wouldn’t it be better for Megan to come and snatch it then?

Why was she talking about this now?

Even Olivia didn’t covet over such a small sandwich shop in town, let alone others.

Moreover, Doris sat at the side without saying a word, tacitly agreeing to this matter.

If Megan was said to be a simple woman who was not so scheming, Doris was a student at Capital University.

Her thoughts were too shallow!

Olivia felt that if she played mind games, she could play them to death.

It was so strange. In her memory, everyone said that she was stupid and did not know anything, but why did she feel that she was not stupid?

“Mom” Olivia took Megan’s hand and suggested sincerely, “Give me another two years. At least let me expand sandwich’s business into the city before you want it! Aren’t you afraid that I’ll be wary of you if you bring it up now?”

Megan was dumbfounded.

Doris was stunned.

On the other end of the line, Gillian was also stunned.

Olivia continued, “Sigh, your idea is really not great. You see, I’m the one that makes the sandwiches. I run the sandwich shop. I also found a way to accumulate fans. In other words, everything is dependent on me alone.

“Under such circumstances, shouldn’t you guys please me? Then you can make me support my brothers and sisters. When I expand the sandwich business in the future, I’ll give my brothers and sisters some dividends.

“How about this? I’ll personally manage the business and bear the burden. Brother and sister can get dividends without doing anything. This is the way a smart person should do things.”

Olivia was really ignorant.

How could anyone be so short–sighted?

She actually wanted to chase away the most capable person when the business was rising.

She wanted to say something, but some images suddenly flashed through her mind.

It seemed that someone had once said that she would inherit the family business and be the pillar of the family. Her brothers and sisters would do nothing but enjoy the dividends.

Actually, this was not very fair, but because she liked her brother and sister, she agreed.

In the end, her brothers and sisters were unwilling and despised her for snatching away their assets. However, they did not think about it. With their own medical skills, could they support the Smith family? The memory was only a flash, and it quickly disappeared.

Olivia did not probe further. She just looked at Megan seriously and sincerely suggested, “I think my idea is not bad, but if you insist on leaving this sandwich shop to Doris, I’m also okay with that.

“I can do something else. It’s just a sandwich shop. If you like it, take it. It’s no big deal.” When she said this, Olivia’s tone was indifferent. She did not take the sandwich shop seriously at all. This kind of indifference and nonchalance instantly shocked the people of the Taylor family. In their opinion, the sandwich shop was a huge golden hen, and it was personally created by Olivia.

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She actually said that she didn’t want it. She didn’t have any hesitation at all.

Even Doris looked at Olivia in surprise.

Although she looked down on selling sandwiches, she occasionally heard her mother, Megan, nag about it. She knew how shocking the amount of money made was.

Olivia actually abandoned it just like that.

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Olivia seemed to be a man of her word.

After saying that she didn’t want the shop, she never interfered in the sandwich business ever again.

She didn’t even settle the accounts.

It was as if she really had no interest in money.

Megan was stunned. She was speechless for a long time.

Doris sat opposite her and pinched her fingertips. She looked at Olivia seriously and said in a surprised tone, “You really don’t want it anymore?”

Olivia nodded. “I don’t want the money in the account, but I’ll have to charge for the recipes. The three recipes I taught Stella are free. I’ll charge two thousand dollars for each recipe for the remaining seven recipes.”

“So expensive!” Megan exclaimed. “You might as well rob someone!”

Julian pulled a long face and looked at Olivia with dissatisfaction.

Doris sneered.

She had thought that she was really a noble and pure person who didn’t want anything. So she was scheming here?

She looked over and sized up Olivia for a while. She had an accurate guess in her heart.

Such an unscrupulous scheme, yet she still chose to retreat in order to advance. She must be someone’s mistress.

A person could lose their memory, but their temperament would never change.

As the saying went, mountains and rivers were easy to change, but nature was hard to change.

That was the logic.

Even though Olivia usually looked hardworking and down–to–earth, she instantly revealed her true nature at the critical moment.

Doris immediately didn’t want to interact with Olivia anymore.

She was afraid that she would be tainted by the cunning aura of a peddler.

This would affect her pure talent in painting.

Megan was very dissatisfied with the fact that Olivia wanted money for the recipes. She muttered, “How can you ask for money? It’s just a few recipes. Besides, your father and I have raised you for so many years, but we didn’t ask for money.”

Julian knocked on his cigarette and said, “You can ask for money for the recipes, but you have to return the child support we gave you for more than 20 years.”

“Alright,” Olivia agreed immediately. “It’s only right for me to return my parents‘ child support. However, I don’t have any money on hand now. I can’t get so much money in a short period of time. The few recipes are the only valuable thing I have. How about this? I’ll sell them publicly.

“Now that sandwich business is so popular, I’m sure many people are willing to buy it. I won’t sell too much. I’ll charge four thousand dollars for each recipe. Once I get the money, I’ll give it to you.”

“How can you do that?” Megan was dumbfounded. “This is our family’s recipe. If you sell it, others will also sell sandwiches. What should we do?”

Julian was also mute.

He only wanted to put pressure on Olivia and ask her to give them the recipe for free. He did not expect her to sell it.

His face immediately darkened.

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“Mom.” Olivia was reasonable. “As parents, you have to be reasonable. You said that sandwich shop will be

left to Doris, and I agreed. You said that you want me to pay for the child support, and I agreed. What else do you want from me?”

Megan was at a loss for words.

It was still Doris who spoke.

“Olivia, you can’t be scheming toward your relatives. You’re Mom’s child. Everything you have should belong to Mom, let alone a few recipes. How can you ask for money?”

Doris spoke righteously with disdain.

She despised Olivia’s scheme.

Olivia leaned back in her chair and tapped her fingertips on the back of the chair. “Of course I’ll be filial to my parents. If this shop belongs to my parents, I’ll definitely give it to them. But the problem now is that this shop is yours.

“Even if we’re biological sisters, there’s no reason for you to take advantage of me like this. Doris, you’re still a university student.”

Doris was instantly speechless.

She frowned and thought for a long time, but she could not think of anything to refute Olivia.

At this moment, Julian slammed his palm on the table and said angrily, “Alright, we’re all family. How can. you be so squabbly? Let’s not talk about today first. All of you go and rest. We’ll talk tomorrow.”

He chased them all away.

Julian quickly gestured for Megan to speak to Gillian.

The two of them were on the phone, so Gillian heard the situation clearly.

She had a headache.

The Taylor family’s situation was different from the Smith family’s. Whatever the Taylor family had was all from Olivia.

However, the Smith family belonged to her grandfather.

Therefore, she and Jarron were qualified to have a share.

Derek and Doris from the Taylor family were not qualified to get Olivia’s sandwich shop.

The two situations cannot be analogous.

“How about this?” Gillian said. “Let’s forget about this matter first and not mention it again. In a few days, you said that you have a high–ranking official in your family who can take care of your children. Then, you can bring Derek and Doris over, but not Olivia. I’ll give you the specifics in advance.”

There was always a knot in Gillian’s heart because of things similar to this.

Ever since she was young, every time her grandfather hosted a big shot from Capital City, he would only bring Olivia over. He only brought Olivia to visit Mr. Swift who was in the convalescence home.

Mr. Swift was such an extraordinary person.

That was a figure that could only be seen on television. He was the top leader of the country.

Why did he only bring Olivia to meet such a big shot?

Gillian felt that it was unfair.

Therefore, she wanted Olivia to feel it too.

A few days later, Megan said that she wanted to bring Doris to visit her relative.

That relative was a high–ranking official in the province and had power and influence.

She wanted him to take care Doris.

“Yes.” Olivia’s expression did not change as she skillfully made the sandwiches.

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stay at home and look after the shop. I’ll bring your brother and Doris over.”

Olivia nodded. “Got it.”

Megan could not understand what Olivia was thinking. She stared at her for a long time and realized that she was not angry or jealous at all. Her expression was calm.

How could this be?

Megan didn’t understand.

However, she did not need to figure it out. She just needed to follow Gillian’s instructions.

In the afternoon, the Taylor family’s shop was empty, leaving only Olivia.

Everyone else had gone to the province.

Today’s sandwiches were sold out early.

Olivia had nothing to do, so she sat on the chair and read.

After reading two pages, Gillian arrived.

“Gillian, come in quickly,” Olivia called out.

Gillian looked around and realized that there was only Olivia. She pretended to be curious. “Why are you the only one here? Where’s Mr. Taylor and the others?”

Olivia took a bottle of water and handed it to Gillian. “They brought Doris to the province.”

“Province?”

“Yes, yes.” Olivia nodded. “They went to the province to see my uncle. I have an uncle who is an official in the province. My mother said she’s bringing Doris around and she wants my uncle to guide Doris in the future.”

Gillian frowned. “Then why didn’t she bring you along?”

Olivia didn’t care at all. “That’s nothing.”

“Why aren’t you angry at all?” Gillian was disappointed. “This is such a good opportunity. He’ll be a connection in the future. How can they leave you behind? This is too much!”

Olivia could not help but laugh. “Gillian, you’re so cute.”

Gillian frowned. “What do you mean?”

Olivia held the glass of water and took a sip before saying, “Who said that someone you meet once will be a connection? Gillian, aren’t you thinking too simply about connections?

“I don’t study much and don’t know much, but I know that the essence of connections is the exchange of resources. You have to have the ability to be able to build connections. Otherwise, it’s useless.”

Gillian shook her head. “Just because you can’t use it now doesn’t mean you won’t be able to use it in the future.”

Olivia raised her eyebrows and suddenly smiled. “Ms. Gillian, if you don’t have any strength in your connections, it’s like a pavilion in the air. You’ll only consume yourself and won’t bring any actual benefits.”

How could it be consumption?

Gillian didn’t believe it.

“Olivia, let me tell you a story.”

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Gillian told a story.

In the story, there was an old gentleman with the surname Smith. He was a brilliant doctor.

He had two granddaughters. The elder granddaughter was gentle and quiet. She had a reserved and considerate personality and loved medicine a lot.

The younger granddaughter was lively and mischievous. She liked to join in the fun. She had learned to play the violin, paint, and play chess but could not settle down to study medicine.

However, the old gentleman was exceptionally partial towards his younger granddaughter.

Whenever a big shot came to the family to seek medical treatment, the old gentleman always brought his younger granddaughter over but never his elder granddaughter.

Over time, those big shots had an impression of his younger granddaughter and treated her very well.

Later, his elder granddaughter inherited the family business and invited these big shots to participate in the ceremony.

Unexpectedly, when these big shots heard that his younger granddaughter was not around, they didn’t want to come as invited.

They had already become his younger granddaughter’s connections.

Gillian was very emotional, but Olivia was not listening attentively.

She was fiddling with her phone.

Gillian was unhappy. “Why aren’t you saying anything?”

Olivia looked up. “What should I say?”

Gillian took a deep breath. “Don’t you think the old man is partial?”

Olivia tapped her fingertips on the table and sighed lightly. “Gillian, have you ever thought of one thing?”

“What?” Gillian tilted her head.

Olivia continued. “You said those big shots were there to seek medical treatment. Then why did the old gentleman take his younger granddaughter with him? Did he bring her over to make a mess? Or can a doctor bring a child into the operating room?”

Gillian was stunned by the question.

“You also said that the old gentleman is a miracle doctor. He won’t do meaningless things. Then why did he take his younger granddaughter with him?” Olivia held up one finger. “There’s only one reason that makes sense. His granddaughter appeared as his assistant.”

“No way!” Gillian exclaimed. “His younger granddaughter is very young. She’s only in her teens. How can she be his assistant?”

Olivia’s tone was calm as she asked, “Then why did the miracle doctor bring a teenage girl with him when he was curing his patients? Gillian, you’re a grown–up. You should know that one would never try to make connections when others are sick unless he’s lost his mind.

“For example, when you’re as sick as a dog and in unbearable pain, someone brings a child over and tells you how cute and smart the child is. At such a moment, will you like this child?”

Gillian’s entire body trembled violently as if she had suffered a big blow. She kept shaking her head and muttering, “No, it wasn’t true! No, no.”

“There’s another doubtful point.” Olivia continued, “You said those people are all big shots and elites in the industry. These people are smart cookies and won’t act recklessly merely based on their personal preferences. There must be a reason why they rejected the elder granddaughter and liked the younger

one.”

At this point, Olivia paused and voiced her thoughts. “I don’t think the elder granddaughter should

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attention on the younger granddaughter because she’ll probably have

herself and strive to improve her strength. Why bother with those big shots? If

shot.

play up to others? Isn’t it good to

like the elder granddaughter. Her grandfather was a miracle doctor, and she had

would go all out to study medicine and

case, those big shots would take the initiative to associate

great it would

others and wishing to be liked, why not work hard

with big shots. I like to become a big shot

if she was escaping

Taylor family returned at night, their faces were red, and they

high–ranking official on this trip, Gillian had also given them

Association organized one small painting

all recommended by the association’s internal members. Gillian got

for Doris.

large–scale competition, it had

this competition, she could get to know

eye of any teacher and be taken in as a disciple by the

would have a sudden rise

Doris was in a state of excitement. She had even stomped

Gillian returned to her residence. As soon as she entered the door, she saw another person

Ernesto was back.

smiled at Gillian. “I didn’t expect you to have such a wide network. You even know the people from the

of

did know a teacher from the Painting Association. That

Association

teacher

teacher, she was nothing but

smiled sadly. “No, I don’t know any teacher, but

Ernesto raised his eyebrows.

Olivia. Grandpa hired Mrs. Rose Liebsig, the president of the Painting Association, to

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he only recommended Olivia

this, Gillian’s shoulders

disappointed she was at that time. It still stung her whenever she recalled the sadness, helplessness, pain, and

he’s so partial to Olivia?” Ernesto raised his eyebrows. Your grandfather has indeed gone too far in this matter. You are both his granddaughters. How could he treat you

unfair. That Mrs. Liebsig is also to blame. Why must she want one disciple only? So what harm could it bring if

and spoke up

I have to look into Mrs. Liebsig now.” Saul took out his

for almost a month, Saul had already had a grip on

search.

any doubts, he would

full name, and soon, her information popped

was not

lineal

introduction, Saul suddenly cried out in surprise as if he had discovered

said she would only want one disciple, but five after she took in Olivia, she has taken in two more

She’s a

paused,

red as if it was

this moment, she did not know if she was more

years

disciple? It

two disciples five years later

was still crowing at the side, angrily accusing Rose of

word he said, Gillian looked more ashamed on

nudged Saul. “Enough! Stop

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was not

the

was a very

for a second

guess you’re Doris’s sister, Olivia? I’m Bettany, Doris’s

looking

Bettany looked at the stairs, and a look of desire

she restrained herself and shook her head. “I’m not going up. I’ll leave Doris

The painting competition?

for a second. How did Bettany know

It was

was mainly held

the result of the competition was not the point. What mattered was whether any teacher took a fancy to the participant’s work and took

confusion, Bettany explained, “I’ve read Doris’s

Facebook status?

heard these two words, she immediately realized she had been blocked and could not check

the phone over and gestured

was all Doris’s Facebook

only did Olivia see the status of her participation in the competition, but she also read

day and now acts like a painter who knows how to mix colors. By the way, does anyone know what

gaze swept

expression on her face did not change,

of mockery and contempt

character of the person who

Doris was superficial

and asked her what she

lot

and color mixing. It’s not as good as the professional, but it should be helpful. Please give it to Doris for me. I hope it can

painted this. I hope Doris can

flashed across Bettany’s face. “Doris probably doesn’t have time. Well, forget about

person. When she heard

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over the notebook

said in a deep voice, “Olivia, you’re distracting me. Stop walking around. This

mean a lot

not

painting, but she could feel that Doris’s work was

you this. It’s some of

Doris sneered.

it on

junior high school student. What

afraid that Bettany

over

looked up and

cold, and clear, but for some

Her fingertips trembled uncontrollably.

lips. She wanted to say something but could not speak a single word, no matter

time she had fully recovered, Olivia had already left with the

the hell!” Doris was so

notebook and took it

home was across the

two

saw no one in

Is anybody home?” Olivia put the notebook on

a panicked voice came from the door, and Talia ran out

face was deadly pale, and she looked a little

Olivia, she was stunned for a second before saying, “You’re from the Taylor family across the street, right? Can I get

at the

show her the door. “Alright, I see. Thank you. If

on the doorknob, she was halfway through the door when

all over and could not

she was mentally weak. It seemed it took her forever to speak out a word. Olivia frowned and took out

noticed something was off. There

ground. Judging from its height and compared to the

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Olivia was very vigilant.

small room, there was also a broken piece of porcelain. She almost immediately

had happened

happened and walked

her phone and tried to call the police, Talia immediately freaked out and hurriedly said, “No, no, what are you doing? There are no outsiders in the house. It’s Bettany’s father.” Saying it, Talia quickly turned around and gestured for Tucker to come out. “Tucker, come out quickly.” Following Talia’s call, a middle–aged man in a suit and leather shoes walked out 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 of a successful man.

than Talia. He even had a smile on his face, looking like a smiling tiger in the

here to see her.

words and even walked to Tucker’s side, looking like she trusted and relied on

shifted her gaze to look at the shadow at the door of the small

on the ground?” Tucker did not understand why Olivia asked

tilted her head and gestured for them to

drugged her. What are you

heard this, she

“Shut up!” Tucker scolded.

more stupid, wondering how she could admit it when others just said it

gloomily. His tone was threatening. “Young

Was he threatening her?

the other side spoke nicely to her, she

would never compromise if she

attention to Tucker. She directly pushed the

over excitedly to the

angry that he clenched

covered

On the contrary, he was in so much

it! He was

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in the room and trembled as she

of Rose on Wikipedia again

introduction was

year, whose surname was Taylor. Five years later, she took

also an exclusive interview with

first disciple,

was because she liked the

squatted on the ground

said immediately after the phone went through, “Mrs. Liebsig, you said

the call from Gillian. She then took

to the sofa and sat down, drinking water and

listened, the more confused she

could not help but interrupt Gillian. “Wait, you said that your grandfather

that true?”

didn’t think there was

oil painting master. If her grandfather hadn’t invited her, Rose wouldn’t have come to a small city like Layfield for

know your grandfather too well. He didn’t

Gillian didn’t believe it. “Then why did you

of connections, and people

surprised. “I think you’ve thought too highly of Doctor

doctor, after all. Why would

you come to

at an art exhibition then.

waste her breath with Gillian. “I went to Layfield to take in

about to break down. She clenched her fists tightly and barely managed to calm herself down. “So, you’ve

happened back then. It had been so many years, so how could she

thinking for some time, she said, “Ms. Gillian, I’m very strict about choosing disciples. I don’t just go around taking in mediocre disciples. I wouldn’t lower my bar even if

to mention

began to ache, and her scalp went numb.

“But you’ve praised me and

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was just being polite. Do you understand what

you also being polite by grading

I’ve never seen someone as insensible as you. Don’t you know how to read

so shameless as to have told Olivia to bring your mediocre paintings to me for grading

this, Rose got

Gillian was too thick–skinned for having ordered Olivia

begged me again and again. Ms. Gillian, you owe

ordinary person among the millions. She would have no chance or be in no place to come into

thing was that instead of being grateful for Olivia, she

be

“For the sake of Olivia, I’ll give you a recommended entry to

that, she hung up the phone

Doris with her painting, everyone from the Taylor family dared not to speak loudly. They walked on tiptoes and even stopped selling

making sandwiches in

do, Olivia went upstairs to

sunset. It was distant and peaceful, and

of the sky could be

and casually pointed. “Add a little black and turn it into a grayish orange.”

looked up and glanced at Olivia with

as simple as you think. Olivia, can you please go to study the sandwich ingredients if you are busy with nothing?

feel attached to

came up to watch her paint was only out of

been a responsible person. Even if she had lost her

on the heavy burden and think for her parents,

didn’t care, Olivia had no intention

around and

looked more terrible. She snorted coldly in her heart, “How

down from upstairs and heard

over. “What’s wrong?”

eating almonds while watching the scene. When she saw Olivia, she pushed the bag of almonds to her side and

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and frowned.

spat out a mouthful of almonds and started to gossip about

the same age as Doris. They were classmates, but compared to Doris, she lived a much more

and went home to look

life and opened a fast food restaurant on the

had been missing for many

was born, Tucker left home to earn a living. But he had been away from home for twenty years without

good thing for the family of three to be

Tucker had started another

when he returned this time. He wanted Bettany to marry a

a terrible father he is!” Megan frowned. “He’s a

is tough. She made a scene at the engagement ceremony, broke

she were back, Tucker chased after her to her

a scene

Talia, who had

was really

but so what? It still couldn’t change the

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but unfortunately, the Taylor family’s sandwich shop was closed these

He was out of sandwiches back home and

He was down.

thought that crossed Marco’s mind was that Olivia

Thank god!

he realized that Olivia was calling him

officer. How

Officer Wood rushed over

on?” he asked

have knocked her out and wanted to

god!

was a big case. Even the biological parents could not sell their

a call to report

stepped forward to stop him. “Misunderstanding! It’s just a misunderstanding. Officer. please listen to me. We’re Bettany’s parents. Why would we

was swayed and looked toward

has already fainted. We can get the doctor to check on her later to see

room and saw Bettany lying

times, but

darkened as he realized

dark gaze. His tone was ruthless. “Mind your own business. We’re Bettany’s parents. When Bettany wakes up later, she’ll be on our

nodded. “I

“If so, why did you still meddle in our business and call the police?” Olivia took out her phone and found a recording. She played it to Tucker. “So, I recorded it just in

why would I talk nonsense to you for so long?

did had

old saying that relatives were

parents must be closer than with

sided with her parents and turned

watched a young girl get hurt, Olivia could not

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lurch had broken her moral bottom

before calling

Tucker was furious.

expect to meet such a meticulous girl in such

a genius she

all of them away, and Bettany

police station to make a

did you find out Bettany Fulham had

One of them seemed to

painting on the wall in the aisle. There was a

hearing this, Marco and his colleagues looked at each

observation. She could have seen

Tucker Fulham and Talia Fulham have

behavior. The daughter was in trouble, but as a mother, Talia was only panicking. There was no worry or fear on her face. This didn’t make sense at all. Recalling the previous news, everyone said Tucker and Talia wanted to marry their daughter Bettany to a paralyzed guy for Tucker’s younger

“Oh my god,

even become

help but ask something irrelevant. “Do you usually like to read detective novels?”

She didn’t seem to

good. You deduced everything just by sending

Wasn’t she good?

out. She did not think it was such

Marco, “This is just a guess. Bettany hasn’t

almost

be the fact, but they

up, she might

they were her parents

“You’ve observed very carefully, but we still have to wait for Bettany’s confession later. After all, they’re Bettany’s parents. And this will probably end up with nothing definite.” Leaving things unsettled was the best outcome. But they were worried that Tucker and Talia would twist the facts and accuse Olivia of calling the police to vent her anger, slander them, and ruin their reputation. “I

Marco was dumbfounded.

beside

She was so well–prepared!

did you record?”

make a false countercharge, so I recorded

her a thumbs up. “Bravo! You’re

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her.

any harmful consequences, and they were her parents, so Bettany did

police let them go home and settle it on

Bettany came home, she brought some food over to thank

I owe it to you today. Thank you.” Bettany was a little embarrassed that she had only brought some food from the restaurant. She then fetched one of

for you. I hope you

looked over and saw an oil painting of the Virgin

The entire painting looked amiable and gentle. It

“Did you paint

of painting, the smile on Bettany’s face brightened. She talked non–stop and said a lot about

Bettany had been fond of painting since she was young. When she was still a primary school student, an art teacher noticed her talent

But she did not give up. She worked

this.” Bettany smiled, showing two dimples on her cheeks. She looked cute. “I’ve

her previous gloominess and unhappiness. She was

Not good.” Doris had come over without

pen in her hand and directly poked at the portrait

neck of the Virgin Mary was instantly

are you doing?” Bettany subconsciously pushed Doris

“Why did you push

wrist trembled. After a long time,

painting?” Doris was disdainful.

tears. She frowned and said impatiently, “Fine. Fine.

I’ll enhance it for you.” Doris arrogantly raised her chin as if Bettany had taken advantage of

deep breath and suppressed the anger in her

arms.

Olivia. This painting is ruined. I’ll paint another one for

that, she left with the

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dinner, Megan brought up the

even knocked out

agreed. “Bettany is really pitiful to have such

and call the police?” Olivia nodded. “Yes, I went to return the notebook

could not help but lecture her. “Don’t interfere in such matters in the future.

Olivia. Don’t interfere in

did not say anything. She lowered her eyes and held

feeling that something was

should be benevolent and kind. Why would they despise her for meddling

her temples and the

this moment,

It was Gillian.

was at a hotel in town and wanted to talk

was sitting on the sofa with her phone in her hand. She looked frustrated. Ernesto sat opposite her. His gaze lingered on Gillian’s face. After a while, he said with a

eyes. “This is the last time. I’ll hypnotize her one

love with her

accept it calmly? Or would Olivia be like her? Would she fight for Jarron’s

was playing with his phone. His eyes were deep, and there was an

at Gillian and

tone changed. “Hypnosis alone is not enough. Relationships will become shallower as

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

then?” Gillian was curious. He could not have gone through so much trouble

unusually flirtatious

I recognized the wrong person after I

you think? Isn’t this a good idea?” Ernesto turned to Gillian. His

Gillian was silent.

evil. He actually came up with such an

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in such a location and in such a situation. In the end, it would even be a

to watch helplessly as the person she liked treated her sister well because of a mistake. How desperate

nodded. “Alright, we’ll do

asked her to take the

much about it. She walked

as prosperous as the city. There were

path to the east was a little remote. It was only nine o’clock in the evening, but it

walked to the

stopped in her

middle of the path, could already hear Olivia’s footsteps. He pressed his

also stretched into the middle of the road, trying

all, this road was too dark. If he hadn’t tripped Olivia, she wouldn’t have discovered him at all. Everything was ready. Ernesto leaned his head against

hell

He was going blind!

My eyes, my eyes!

day. Ernesto covered his eyes tightly with his hands, but even so, the light revealed between his fingers was incomparably intense, blinding him to the point

it was too

in with a strong flashlight and had a clear view of

steps inside and was about two yards away from Ernesto. She asked curiously, “Why are you

not see Olivia at all. He could only determine where she was based on the source of the

Ernesto said weakly,

Ernesto’s wound and frowned. “That’s chicken blood. Are

Ernesto was speechless.

she a dog? She could

corrected himself. “The blood is fake. It’s my

out a huge stick from behind her. She held the stick in her

could not see Olivia’s movements. He only

He nodded. “Yes.”

Olivia put away the stick. “I’ll call the police immediately and get someone to send you to the

shook his head and made a painful expression. “I

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gun…”

her phone. “There’s a

Ernesto was dumbfounded!

How did that happen?

gun and could not go to the hospital, let alone call the police. Therefore,

Olivia call the

do you have to call the police? I already said that I have

differences between domestic and foreign cultures, and this plot was borrowed from the novel. Therefore, Ernesto thought that Olivia would be like the female protagonist in the novel. She would

why Olivia called the

“You’re really interesting. What makes you think I’ll help a criminal? Of course, I’m on the same

a strange man one met on the street. Even if she wasn’t worried that he would hurt her, she still had to

not have any money now. If she

that Olivia still didn’t give up on calling the police, Ernesto couldn’t take it anymore. He couldn’t care less

boxing since he was young. His skills were excellent

a sudden pounce would definitely snatch Olivia’s

And yet…

abdomen was ruthlessly poked by a

it hurt so

was suddenly struck in mid–air, Ernesto fell to the ground with a thud and rolled

so he couldn’t care less about covering his face. He covered

and shone

saw the exotic face, Olivia’s

Then, countless memories returned.

She remembered!

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threw away the stick used for self–defense and leaned forward. She

no longer felt

Oh! How magicall

was still surprised, something even

and said coldly. “Ernesto, have you had

expression changed drastically when

He was stunned.

a while, he said, “You’re

she announced coldly, “The hypnosis

Olivia in

could be removed from his hypnosis unless he

said in a low voice, “I woke up when

you mean?” Ernesto was a little

myself over to someone else without doing anything and let them hypnotize me as they please?” Olivia never did anything that she

let Ernesto hypnotize her, she had made all the necessary preparations in advance. Not only did she have to give a psychological

even set a time

appear and take her away. They would also think of a way to let

happened, the hypnosis

country and pressure Fesmuowana through the Hushe Republic, asking Ernesto to remove

not be under

a

flashlight to Ernesto and pressed the button on

on her left wrist

than three minutes

was Pets

Tavin‘ the raver of them said an

le due

tw quickly ran a

going to see Cullat as you

not log and track at

Ese and Does she

Regret of

walk

cow

get a

ducked

the faint moonlight shone on her face, blurring her facial features and making it difficult to see

feel the coldness from

regret was the most

had already done those hurtful things. She had already hurt others. What was the use of

make herself feel

exchange for the Wilcox family’s hypnotism. Now that the hypnosis is over, we have nothing to do with each other anymore.”

and continued, “I’m not a good–tempered person, and my patience is

ties with Ernesto, which made him feel

of leaving him alone as

tonight, they were no

heart twisted. He suddenly felt an indescribable

wanted to

not give him any time to speak. She got

cold and heartless. She did

black car had already left like an

that was left was a thick,

What a hateful girl!

in anger. How could there be such a woman? She didn’t even say goodbye

where she was going and if she wanted to go back

tone was even colder than the night wind. “There’s no

nodded and asked, “Where are

thought of Bettany and said, “Let’s go

already closed. It was pitch–black inside, and there was only a faint light in the depths,

and knocked on the

while, Bettany came

and gestured

at Tyson and Peter and hesitated. After all, it was almost midnight. It was really not safe to get into an

Olivia had helped her in the

courage and sat

already so late. What’s the matter?”

a little nervous and sat up

and comforted her. “Don’t be nervous. I’m here to tell you that I’m leaving soon.

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give

was surprised.

was about to speak when a few clangs came from outside

knocking

here?” Tucker curled his lips and looked past Bettany to look at Olivia. His tone was

reminded him. “Olivia is my friend. Don’t provoke

meaningfully. “Girl, remember not to meddle in other people’s business in the future. Otherwise, you won’t even know when your head will be

he said this, Tucker’s tone was filled

stand Tucker’s sarcasm. She waved her hand to chase him away

lower lip and looked embarrassed, finding it difficult

this period of time…

as she finished speaking, her face flushed red

to admit that their

worry,” Olivia said calmly.

was still worried,

leaving immediately, Bettany first heaved a sigh of relief and then was shocked. “You’re

with the phone in her hand. “You’re mistaken. I’m not the Taylor family’s daughter. I just lived

very smart and immediately realized that there should be

reason.

so she could not ask further. She only looked at Olivia reluctantly. “Then, Olivia, will I be

leave

Bettany opened the car door. “Wait for me here. I’ll

got out of the car and ran toward the door. After a while, she came back with a painting. ‘Olivia, this is for you.” Bettany looked

painting and looked at it. Suddenly, she smiled and said, “Then I’ll also give you a gift.” “Huh?”

was smoking not far away. When he heard Olivia’s words, he glanced at

that this young lady was so lucky to be favored by Miss

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sandwich shop found Olivia was missing the

“What should we do? Olivia is

Maybe she’s gone out.” Derek and Stella

look for her. She’s gone. I’ve already transferred the money to your card.

that, she hung up

of the Taylor family

deep breath

said in a dissatisfied tone, “She is really too much. She didn’t

so Megan had already treated Olivia as her child. For a moment, she could

She started to grumble.

“Mother, you really

was already good enough that Olivia

that, Stella thought of

shouted, “Oh no, we still don’t know the sandwich filling

a

had only learned three of them, and she was not very good at making them. The taste of the

we do? What should we do?” Stella was so anxious that she stomped her

like you haven’t seen the world. When I participate in this internal competition organized by the Painting Association, I’ll be chosen by one of the teachers of the Painting Association and taken in as a disciple. At that time, I’ll have everything I want. How can

for the sandwich–filling recipes. After hearing her daughter’s words, she suddenly felt more confident. “Yes, Doris’s painting is the most important.

in the morning will affect Doris’s painting.

was furious. She raised her 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 sell ten

Painting Association, I’ll be famous. Any random painting can be sold for thousands of dollars or even

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her family doted on her and obeyed her. She was used to being domineering.

attitude and did not think

he had interacted with Olivia a lot. He had seen Olivia’s sincere way of thinking for others. When she helped others, she would not make others feel

he faced Doris again,

anything. He just turned around

room when she suddenly received a call from the express delivery. It said that there

pen and looked happy. “It must be from

She

on her shoes and ran

at the counter and looked at

explained for Bettany, “Bettany is still young. She hasn’t seen you for many years and is a

In the future, you can have whatever you want. Don’t you want

hand that was

at Tucker. Her tone was cold. “Tucker, I’m calling you Dad for

“How can you talk to

“Mom, I’m your daughter. Do

head. “I’m not asking you to marry him. It’s just an engagement. Your father said that the company is in danger now and only the Hall family can save it. Can you help your

“Why should I help him? Doesn’t he still have a daughter? Why

cold. “Missy is your younger sister. How can you be so heartless and not act like an

he even vented his anger on Talia.

interacted with Missy before. She doesn’t have

Tucker grew impatient. “Bettany must

me. I won’t marry into the Hall family. Even if you use despicable methods to knock me out and

Bettany and looked at Bettany angrily with reddened eyes. “Apologize to your

already used to her mother being like

hurt. She just

rub her face and looked at Talia coldly. “Mom, you’re such a bitch!

she

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Talia called out

and said in a cold voice that seemed to come from hell. “Ignore her. Let’s see how long she can hold on.

help but

the depths of her

lowered her head and said in a weak voice. Tucker. Bettany is too young and insensible. Give me

Talia and suddenly

His voice was gentle. “I knew it. You

her head and

ran to the bathroom and washed her face with

didn’t understand. She couldn’t figure

on her for so many

wanted to force her to get

wiping her face, Bettany opened

light. It should be a piece of paper

that it should

a painting, so Olivia also gave

been completely opened. Inside was not a painting, but a

it strange. Did people still write

opened it. She realized that it was not a letter but a thin paper shell.

What exactly was it?

more confused. Was

a thin

was a line

the heavier her

actually an invitation

her wrist trembled slightly. She almost couldn’t

suspected that she

and looked

true! It

by Olivia.

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her heart pounding so

read the words over and over again, feeling like she was

thing really happen

not a hesitant

taken on the burden of the family. This had trained her

decisive person.

invitation, she

understand this

downstairs with the invitation letter in her arms. After running a few steps, she turned back and went upstairs to

family, Doris was in the process of

was very important to her, so she had to give it

was a little surprised. “Why are

ran too quickly, she could not catch her

took a while for her to catch her

were bright

Doris was instantly stunned.

It seemed that ever since she met Bettany, Bettany had always been depressed. Although she was energetic and decisive, there was always a hint of

in her eyes.

competition with you!” Bettany couldn’t control her excitement and showed the

first, Doris did not react and thought that Bettany was joking. However, when she lowered her head, she saw the seal of the Painting Association on

Bettany’s

and couldn’t believe it. “What’s wrong, Doris?” Seeing Doris’s stiff expression, Bettany seemed to have

did not seem like a good idea for her to come and look

was a little

was too excited. Her mind was in a daze and she did not

this competition. The

she had forgotten that if she participated in this competition,

to Bettany with a smile,

expression. Seeing that Doris really did not seem to

me.” Bettany’s fingertips rubbed the words on the invitation letter lovingly.

help but tug at Bettany’s sleeve and ask anxiously, “Are

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second sister?”

and your family? She told me that she’s only

can’t say for sure. Actually, I don’t know who she is

didn’t continue

“Doris, can you help me take a look? You know, I learned how to draw on

it was before today, Doris would definitely not

But…

gaze moved up and landed on the invitation letter. Her eyes gradually

the painting from Bettany’s hand. Doris’s hand that was holding the painting suddenly froze when

the painting so tightly

and again, looking at the

and color of this painting far exceeded

already shocked her enough. She did not expect this painting to be far

How did that happen?

Bettany never learn how to paint before?

suffered a deep blow and could not muster any

and saying, “Bettany, put the painting here first. I’ll take my time to look at it. I’ll tell you

said in a worried

a smile. “Yes, I’ve been drawing

comforted her and

the painting Smoke in Village and

drew another

little awkward and was not as good as the

she became. In the end, she tore off the painting she had drawn, threw it on

her to be inferior to Bettany. She couldn’t

shook her head

not have a good month. He was like a resentful

face was unhappy all

saying that his menopause

hear Ellis’s criticism, he had a

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could be seen that under the warm exterior of Ellis, there was a heart

sent Ellis to the

the CEO’s office kept quiet out of fear that they would anger the

office was as obedient

anger. He could only bury his

really sad,

hypnotized. He knew it very clearly from the beginning to the end. Olivia felt

not agree to

not

CEOs were able to manipulate

of Olivia, he was timid and obedient

comparison was

depressed Daniel returned home every day and didn’t like his son

was

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always been afraid to tell Olivia

married, he would slowly tell her

because he was afraid that

If she knew that Andrew was her child, she would definitely fight with him

could Daniel

could not bear to compete

accompanied Olivia to watch many idol dramas and dramatic romance

lead until she was

felt that television dramas and novels were all fake. The male lead did not love the

loved the female lead, how could he bear to snatch her

to mention snatching Andrew from her, even if Olivia frowned

in

at night, Daniel went

the blanket. When he sensed that Daniel

actually pretending to

why did he fall

Olivia?

eyes widened. He suddenly lifted

Daniel was so mean.

be surprised and turned the doorknob with his slender fingers. “Andrew! Weren’t you

chubby little face with his two soft fingers and smiled.

fingertips. Andrew fell to bed. Then, he covered Andrew with the blanket lovingly and said in a serious tone, “You heard

was sure that he was not dreaming. He argued, “I really heard it.

his eyebrows and asked, “How can you be sure that you’re not

less about pretending. “Daddy,

I don’t believe you.” Daniel crossed his arms in front of his chest.

up at Daniel for a long time before he suddenly

a moment, he would still quickly

Daniel must have found him sprawled

that he had been discovered, he immediately turned around and took

and promised Daniel with a puffed–up face, “Daddy, I won’t watch it anymore. I won’t watch it in the

on the floor, so the iPad didn’t break when

moment.

eyebrows and picked up the iPad. He looked at the video. “23

for a

and hugged Daniel’s thigh. “I only

it,” Daniel said slowly. “I remember we discussed about it before. How should I punish you if

and

Daniel nodded. He was very satisfied with his son’s attitude. “Show me

into tears. He went forward and hugged Daniel’s thigh. “Don’t spank me.

a pair of beautiful eyes that were exactly the same as his mother’s.

eyes, Daniel could not bring

could only ask Andrew to make a promise

he felt sad when he saw the empty bed. He was obviously lazy and unrestrained just

a kind of heartache of not having a wife.

was too

how he had acted like a

He raised Andrew alone.

actually lost her memories and

and slowly typed on Facebook

words and described how he found Andrew

blanket.

and that he was tired because he had to act as a father

Olivia could see

after he posted it, someone

It was Olivia!

to tremble and he could not press the button for

long time, he finally

She felt a little dizzy, so she rubbed

of hypnosis. Even when she woke up, she still felt a little

had already taken her phone back, so Olivia casually flipped through it. Coincidentally, she saw the Facebook status of Daniel. Her fingertips slipped

preceded

took her a moment to realize what

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tell Olivia that Andrew was her

after they got married,

was because he was afraid that

was her child, she would definitely fight with him for custody of the

could Daniel beat

bear to

had accompanied Olivia to watch many idol dramas and

female lead until she was almost

dramas and novels were all fake. The male lead did not love the female

really loved the female lead, how could

from her, even if Olivia frowned slightly, Daniel

die in pain than make Olivia

night, Daniel

When he sensed that Daniel had come in, he immediately lay down and closed his eyes

actually pretending to be

He only sighed softly. “Alas, why did he fall asleep? I was about to

Olivia?

widened. He suddenly lifted the blanket and called

Daniel was so mean.

pretended to be surprised and turned the doorknob

a little embarrassed. He poked his chubby little face with his two soft fingers and smiled obediently. “Daddy. I heard you mention

Then, he covered Andrew with the blanket lovingly and said in a serious tone, “You heard wrong. You

not dreaming. He argued, “I really heard it. It’s not a

be sure that you’re not

anxious. He couldn’t care less about pretending. “Daddy, I didn’t sleep

in front of

at Daniel for a long time before

a smart child panicked for a moment, he would

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no, she originally wanted to give him

she was

of them spoke. Only their

It was like an

almost imagine the color of Olivia’s lips on the

seductive, like the deepest color of rose petals, like

she must be biting her lower

lips, and the numbness could melt his

his right hand gripped

Olivia was right in front of him, he would definitely not be able to control

a low and sexy voice came

and blinked her eyes. She could barely suppress the joy

“Daniel.”

two of them did not speak. They just held their phones in

longing spread

and Peter, who was sitting in the front passenger seat, looked at each other and thought

Ha–ha!

Daniel. She had never liked someone so much

be honest, when she first came into contact with Daniel, she was not tempted. She even felt that this person was very

wouldn’t have wanted

as time passed, Olivia liked him

more and

could he be so good–looking, obedient, and understanding? His occasional pride was

was exactly what she

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knew that Olivia had

Daniel had bad intentions.

pick you

laugh. “It’s almost ten o’clock at night now. I still have

and chuckled. “Is it

Olivia was speechless.

silent, Daniel knew that something was wrong. He quickly found a reason that Olivia could not refuse. “Andrew missed you. He cried

cry?” Olivia

she heard that Andrew was crying, she instantly became nervous. Indeed, she had forgotten her husband after

felt a

emphasized his 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

had cried, her heart immediately ached. She agreed immediately. “Alright, I’ll go

for you.” Daniel smiled like

Daniel

shook Andrew awake and asked him to send Olivia a voice message. It would

a daze and

see Olivia when he woke up in the morning, so he obediently agreed and sent

looked up

and reminded him, “Do you

looked at Daniel with dissatisfaction. “It has

I haven’t punished you yet. I’ll punish you by not allowing you to play with the iPad

was stunned at first, then he instantly pouted and cried,

the voice

Andrew’s shoulder and said in a satisfied tone, “Look, you cried

Andrew was speechless.

kind of father was this?”

cries,

the location of the Sullivan family to Tyson and asked him to

already midnight. Andrew had already gone to bed. Olivia tiptoed into the house and glanced

Tyson and Peter lived

room.

she was really tired and prepared to take

when she heard someone

She asked, “Who is it?” Daniel stood tall at the door with a glass of milk in

milk.

lips and smiled. “Thank you. Leave it for now. It’s not convenient for me to

was super considerate. “I’ll bring it in

“The door’s locked.”

okay.” Daniel was ready. “I got the

Olivia was speechless.

seemed to

she nodded.

open and entered. He first looked around before placing the milk on the

a shower. The sound of water seemed to drench

warm and

Daniel was tempted.

didn’t even have any sexual desire for the

was very normal. After all, he had been holding it in for so many years. If he didn’t have sex

were many bad intentions in men who were

came out of the bathroom in a bath towel after taking a shower, she saw a large

at her innocently. “What should we do? The bed is wet. Where are you going to

Daniel. She raised her beautiful chin and pointed at the

do?” Daniel leaned over and pressed Olivia against

strong masculine scent assaulted Olivia’s face, causing her body

almost hung

raised her chin and

eyes. “Of course… I’ll

picked up Olivia and threw her onto the

the sofa and her mind went blank for a moment. She blinked and before she could react, a

gave her a

Hmm…

day, Olivia woke up in

opened her eyes, it was

already

Olivia rubbed her forehead and could not help but kick

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did not see

and pressed her down. His voice was low

almost one in the afternoon when they got

were still Tyson, Peter, and two nannies at home,

anyone.

she had done last night by getting up so

into Tyson and Peter, who were watching

her footsteps and tiptoed around the two of them to go to the dining room to eat. However, Daniel appeared at this moment and looked at her worriedly. “What’s wrong? Why are

Shut up!

he would say something he shouldn’t.

because the ground was a little slippery, she rushed

was too loud. Tyson and

Olivia throwing herself

of them gasped and raised their thumbs at the

Taylor was actually so passionate

Olivia was speechless.

face anyone. Her reputation had

acted as if he did not notice and carried her

“Olivia is too tired. I’ll carry

and Peter nodded in

head

already so embarrassing. They could think whatever

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afternoon, Olivia and Daniel went

way, Daniel

he was volunteering, he met a young man

He has been married for seven years.”

barely reached the legal age

what is your opinion?” Daniel turned to look at

weird. Why would she have an opinion? Some people married young and some old. It was just their choice. There was nothing

really have one.” She

don’t?” At the red light, Daniel stopped the car and turned to look at Olivia, his expression

Olivia frowned.

what he was trying

him what was going

beside her ear. “Olivia, let’s get married too.” Unexpected of such

turned around and looked ahead, pressed on the accelerator with his right foot and the car rushed out

he said solemnly, stressing every syllable,

Olivia repeated his

of what

expect him to bring up this topic so

to figure out

Daniel continued, “If you haven’t made up your mind, we can get engaged for now. How

Engage?

a breath

Daniel and

that he was lost for words

it! That was

understood humans pretty well.

read a lot

very likely to be denied by

the exact same

to engage,

three of them went

get married. She felt that she had hurt Daniel, so

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the initiative to mention the

you think we need to think

was only wearing a white shirt. The cuffs were rolled up,

Olivia’s words, he

said in his deep, cello–like voice,

No need?

Olivia looked up,

beautiful eyes

fingertips on the table and said, “September

hand that was holding the fork paused in the air. She looked over in shock. “A

“This is a good

of a rush? Would they have the time to

in seven days. There were many things to prepare. They needed to make arrangements for the venue and the

confidently. “I’ve prepared

and

the old residence of the

a lot of people. I prefer to

ready. Try them on and see if there’s anything you need to change.”

had been customized. They would

Daniel was talking excitedly.

he turned around, he saw Olivia looking at him

skipped

to himself, “Oh no, she

said

Daniel said righteously. “I am just insightful. I knew we would

closer to Olivia and whispered, “I really

that, he gave Andrew

quickly. He immediately hugged Olivia’s other arm and blinked his big eyes pitifully. “Olivia, don’t

you saying?” Olivia’s heart softened. She held Andrew in her arms and shook him. Her

his face. “Then would you like to be

head and kissed the little boy’s soft

Daniel was very productive.

he announced the engagement to

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Princess, I’ll see you on

Twitter and posted at

This

man instantly hit the headlines all over

the top of

outlet

found in the financial column, entertainment column,

The netizens were dumbfounded.

no idea what was going on. The news

eye, the richest man was engaged. They never heard he had a

netizens were in an

how can he get engaged before I

anyone know? I have never heard

even scientific channels… What does it have to do with science, can anybody explain?” “Oh, come on, don’t spread rumors. It’s covered

also a

were all shocked

my god, Ms. Taylor is amazing. She got the Lasker Award at such a young age. She must be

still don’t think Ms. Taylor is good enough for Mr. Sulliva. After all, he is the wealthiest man in

money? How

arguing with each

had controlled the s, so the discussion

very intense, and

He did not want to see any arguments. He wanted to

Hence…

posted on their official account: “The Sullivan group will pay the bill for 100 people who

posted, “We will send out

Sullivan Group posted, “10,000 lucky netizens who retweeted

Twitter: “We will select 10,000 lucky netizens from those who retweeted, and the chosen one will get a one–year premium

of Sullivan Group subsidiaries posted on

them.

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109 a boon

“We will we buy the who won and dech or

* Be hone

bund wh

by a

will wet 100 yes the whadde

The nets went crazy

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Internet

got countless

him to parties, hoping

sofa, his long legs bent. He lowered his

expression was nonchalant, as if nothing in the

a particular

slowly looked over. “What’s

her head. His voice was low and slightly husky as he asked, “A group of old friends has extended an invitation. Should we go

in a questioning

and playfully raised her hand to gently scratch Daniel’s

his youth. He

he was busy with work, so he

entrance once more, Daniel felt like he was

become

well–trained, and their observant eyes didn’t

could tell at a glance who

and Olivia but they could tell from the way they dressed and walked

to approach and

way, he inquired politely, “Is this your first

gradual halt, his gaze languid as he

His aura instantly rose.

at the staff. “You don’t know

felt as if his neck

moment, the door was suddenly knocked open and two familiar figures rushed

glanced over from the corner of his

actually appeared at the

male, named Steve Chandler and one

them had always worked separately and

appeared

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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beautiful, but her demeanor was not assertive. Instead, she exuded a

to her, and women felt no envy in her

turned her gentle gaze to Olivia and inquired with a soft tone, “Mrs. Sullivan, how are

gentle words subtly hinted at Olivia’s identity, indicating that she was familiar with her. Notably, she didn’t refer

she called her

eyebrows and looked

club. Her EQ is high.” Olivia nodded at her and turned to

“Yes,” Daniel replied.

led the two of them in and introduced them along the way. “Mr. Sheeran has booked Room 8888 on the third floor.

exited the elevator, an inattentive waiter bumped into Olivia, causing her shoes to get soiled. Olivia had to make a detour

with a waitress to escort Olivia to

room.

would turn back to pick

never been one to dwell on minor inconveniences.

followed the waitress to

quite irksome to Olivia. Olivia wanted to wipe it clean

was going to get a wet

wait, Olivia opted to remove her shoes and rinse them under running water. Afterward, she wiped them dry

out

identical hallways on either side, Olivia

too similar. It was

phone and planned to

a red wine bottle

nowhere, a man who appeared to be a supervisor suddenly materialized and gave her a nudge forward. “Why are you dawdling here? Get back to work; the

her into

delay,” the man bowed to the individuals inside and introduced Olivia, saying, “This is our new server. She would like to extend her apologies to all

to the gentlemen.” Olivia remained rooted in place and lightly touched the red wine bottle with

in her statement and scolded her.

loud, boisterous cheers. A lecherous

supervisor gave him a knowing

The middle–aged man chuckled.

man. Then, she turned back to the supervisor and calmly clarified, “I’m a guest here. You’ve confused

reply, the middle–aged

she’s a guest. Young lady, you’re playing role–playing.

to attend to our lovely guest here.” Someone scurried around the corner and

men giggled and surrounded Olivia from several directions

in the private room were dim,

red wine

was clearly getting

for the

you’ve stepped through this door, regardless of who you are,

was about to pounce

expression was still nonchalant, but there was a hint of

It was scarlet red.

a step to the side

and let out a chuckle directed at the occupants of the private room. All of a sudden, she swiftly raised her right hand and brought the wine bottle crashing down onto the

made of glass, and so

instantly shattered, and wine sprayed everywhere along

wine and the

the timid ones even cried

astonishment, their gazes fixed on Olivia in

tone

the shocked crowd and walked

it herself,

supervisor shivered and didn’t say

deepened, and her expression grew increasingly

people. She picked up a chair and slammed it against

Bam!

Crash!

door

moving deftly despite

her, a group of people remained frozen in place like

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After Olivia left.

the private room opened and a beautiful woman walked

was in a long dress crafted from cotton linen and wore a silk

light was dim and blurry. Her face could not be seen clearly, but her temperament was

nervous expression. When he spoke, his voice was soft, trembling, and vaguely frightened. “I’m sorry,

woman glanced over indifferently and

stammered for mercy. “Ms. Manson, please forgive this time.

woman’s tone remained gentle, making it difficult

was drenched in a cold sweat, as if he had just emerged

to the surveillance room now and guarantee that everything will

“Go,” the woman said.

head waiter left as if

addition to 8888, the room Daniel had entered, and 6666,

the way, it would be impossible for the

private room had its own elevator and

led the way, it would be impossible

rooms to meet.

This was interesting.

rooms were isolated from each other, how did Olivia

and pressed the button on the wall, signaling the

if

appeared nonchalant, yet his regal presence set him apart, almost as if he were a wanderer amidst the throng. He saw

cards on the table and beckoned to Olivia, saying, “Come

Daniel instantly stood up and tactfully gave

stand up,

slender and fair palm pressed down

and cast a quick glance at Olivia. “No, no,” she chimed in.

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hand, shooing away the two men sitting across from her and clearing a spot. Pointing towards the vacant seat, she urged, “Ms. Taylor, please

words, she wrinkled her nose at Daniel and offered him a charming smile. “Daniel, I’m going to challenge you

people chimed in, “Yes,

took a piece of candy and

firmly on the man who was about to get

man was in a dilemma, not knowing if

  1. up.

this, Michael glared at Sarah

“Alright, alright, alright. Let’s take this opportunity to make things difficult for the protagonist today. But let’s

and said respectfully, “Mrs. Sullivan, this

Olivia sat opposite Daniel.

excited today. If one didn’t know better, they would have thought that she was

of poker cards, she

no one could skip

lie detector. Michael pulled her to her seat and

Daniel also looked over.

remarkably serene, devoid of any discernible fluctuations, yet it exuded

chill.

chill down her spine

and appeared reluctant. “Fine, we can skip the lie

to the waiter opposite her. “You deal the

exceptional, and he could discern the identity of each card in his hand

opposite Sarah with one hand supporting her

to

played cards was seven years ago. It was during Christmas, and the family of four

Olivia had always won.

the three of

Olivia nodded and agreed.

still

held the cards and looked at them repeatedly. He suspected that Olivia had x–ray vision

was also very sad. He said, “I won’t play cards with you

However, it came true. They

person who gets the Ace of Spades loses. They have to choose truth or dare, and the person who

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Billionaires Missing Darling

progressed smoothly, with some individuals losing while others emerged victorious. Whether it was opting for truth or dare, they refrained from taking things too far. The primary objective

a waiter, displayed subtle signs of nervousness. This time, Daniel got the Ace

shook the ace card in her hand and smiled playfully at Daniel. “Mr. Sullivan, truth or dare?” Daniel leaned back

she smiled at Daniel. “Daniel, let me ask you something. I’m serious. If Winona hadn’t gone overseas, would you have continued

Michael pulled her and lowered his voice. “What are you doing? It was ages ago. Mrs.

giggled. “That’s the rule.

Olivia and said seriously, “Ms. Taylor, are you also very curious? Do you want to know about

anything. She rubbed the glass with her fingertips. Her gaze was

frowned and wanted

this moment,

casual and

underwent a dramatic transformation, and her limbs

said, “Winona who?”

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too far. How could

banged the table and rose

was gloomy and

that she lost control of her emotions for

embraced her tightly and gently pressed her down. “Enough now,” he said. “Don’t what kind of occasion

you

realize

the end, she managed to control

changed. The present Daniel was no

treated Daniel with great respect, being cautious not to offend him in any

was aware deep down that she shouldn’t have a falling out with Daniel,

Winona was

was simply one of the privileged youth, seemingly

he wouldn’t have achieved what he has

now taken by Olivia.

that such an

was filled with

stabbed all over and left with wounds all over her

Daniel had matured and learned how to care

showered Olivia with

matter, the deeper

and she had been childhood friends, sharing countless memorable

they

was when they met Winona, a wealthy young lady

her affluent upbringing,

reputation in the realm of oil painting at a

swan, she glided with elegance, beauty, nobility, and grace from the altar to join the cluster of

Daniel had fervently pursued

but feel that Daniel wasn’t quite up to

Daniel was merely a wealthy youngster. Plus,

of inheriting the family fortune. Therefore, it was no surprise that Sarah considered him unworthy of Winona. Sarah ridiculed Daniel, scoffing at

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with him, insisting that

result far

He successfully made Winona

that instant, Sarah was so astonished that

hope that Daniel could have a meaningful

with bad habits, and Winona had to

relished having

Winona advised him, it was futile. He remained consistently careless. Ultimately, Winona felt disheartened and chose

broke up. They

causing him to disappear from

he came back, he became a different

of his family’s business, Daniel went on to establish the

gave

to the pinnacle of wealth,

was motivated by

had never had any other women by his side. He did not even have a

that he had been thinking about

thought that he must be waiting for Winona to

her great surprise, he was getting engaged

her teeth in

tinged with a sense of helplessness, “Come on. let’s stop now. Olivia is here, and there’s no need to spoil

head

while, she lifted her head and extended her apologies to Daniel and Olivia. “I’m genuinely sorry,” she confessed. “Today, I overindulged a bit and spoke without much thought. Daniel, Olivia,

that, she picked up a glass of red wine

almost choked and coughed a

to calm her down, he said to Daniel, “Daniel, to celebrate your engagement with Olivia, we’ve prepared

stood up and made way for Daniel to

a while, he realized that

was puzzled and

also poked

did not get up

others. Instead, he raised his chin and looked at Olivia. He asked in a

did not react

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he realized what Daniel was doing, he suddenly opened his

was fearless, and arrogant, was actually asking a woman for her opinion in a low

and so

“Yes.” Olivia nodded.

nearly a month of hypnosis, she was

didn’t intend to focus on studying or working during this period. Her plan was to

liked having fun and was skilled

cliff by Gillian, her heart

devoted all

she and

rather, she would begin to gradually open her heart

on the first

were all wearing the same tuxedo, and

was the

and Emily brought Olivia

over there.” Emily handed a sapphire blue fishtail dress to Olivia. “Try this one first. Change it if it’s not

lowered her eyes and glanced at the

worry, they’re all new

the

you been to

said calmly, “It’s my first

she exchanged glances with Sarah and silently mouthed

hadn’t even visited 2046

and woman had

was actually Olivia’s first

took out her lipstick and applied it. She pursed her lips in front of the mirror and glanced at

were filled

Daniel got a bad

was far

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clothes. The blue fishtail dress perfectly outlined her

applying her lipstick, she twisted the golden lipstick tube back and turned to

wanted to

gaze landed on

dress such a cliché dress so beautifully?”

sapphire blue fishtail dress, every dress was still different because they were all cut

the curves of the human body, promoting one’s strengths and

if a Victoria’s Secret supermodel

carefully chosen this set for

cut, and every decoration was extremely

on a

make a fool of herself and did not expect to be stunned. “Oh my god. Now

was in the other changing room, did not hear

felt that Emily was incompetent in saying a few nasty words of ridicule toward Olivia. She then lifted

herself in the

was wearing was tailored by a master, which meant that it was exquisite, and every detail

wearing this dress, her figure was instantly elevated, making her long legs look

heels, Sarah prepared to show off in front of Olivia, making her feel

that in mind, Sarah puffed out her chest, raised her chin, and walked out with a strong aura. She was prepared to compare herself to

to crush

out, Sarah raised her eyebrows and looked

her

could this be?” she asked

Sarah’s expression cracked.

ugly clothes on Olivia made her look like she had been reborn. There was an

met, Sarah was almost crushed into the

as she stared

her quietly. Otherwise, Sarah might

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“Ramirez, that big liar!

that this dress is the ugliest in the world? Why is it so beautiful on

“Ahhhhh!” she screamed inside.

about

She pinched her finger hard and looked at Olivia with

She could already guess what Emily was going to say next. However, she did not stop her. Instead, she looked at Emily

dress. It belongs to another customer. I’ll find another one for you, Ms.

This dress belongs to someone else. Ms. Taylor,

she lowered her eyebrows, unwilling to

want to take someone else’s dress for yourself. You’re Mr. Sullivan’s fiancée. You can’t be

Olivia so that she

good if word got out that she had stolen someone

indifferently before

Emily was stumped.

am I going to find the owner of this dress?” she thought while turning

“This dress is

really sorry, Ms. Taylor. I like this dress very much. I

really like this dress?” Olivia looked

heavily. “Yes, I like it very much.” It was rare for her to soften

Olivia looked too stunning in this dress, so Sarah was certain that she could not wear

you saying you want

Sarah nodded. “Yes.”

frowned slightly. “But I’ve

head crazily. “No, no. I like this dress too much. I can’t wait to wear it

Emily nodded cooperatively.

Sarah like this dress so much that

end, there was no need

already nodded.

at each other and

Olivia to be so

out of the changing room, she even put on a huge shawl to cover

retracted her gaze, not taking it seriously at

on the other hand, sized her up carefully. However, the shawl was too big for

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inside.

glances before retracting

walked over and handed the clothes

said calmly,

and took the clothes to the

that Olivia had worn, she had no

looked so beautiful. It was not a loss to wear

outcome.

Sarah was

off her clothes and threw them to the ground. Then,

on, she looked at the mirror

shoulders were too low, her waist was too thick, her legs were too short, and

went numb as

the fuck is this!” she

ugly

I will be mocked

pulled a long face. As her fingers trembled, she tried to pull up the zipper under her armpit. The moment she placed her hands on

reached over from behind, grabbing

the curtain of the changing

exposed in front of

to take

her expression

“What the fuck…

ugly thing?” she

on the sofa with her right leg on her left leg. Her fair feet

be in a good mood as the smile on her face was dazzling. “Miss Anderson, you have a good

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Sarah’s face darkened.

turned around and looked at Olivia.

taken off her shawl, revealing

elegant and beautiful in it. It

was at this point that

She had

hideous. The anger in her heart was completely ignited

it was about to burst out,

took a deep breath to calm

was surprised and looked

a fiery temper and was short–tempered. After being provoked and tricked, how

tapped a

be something

has already begun.” Emily was afraid that Sarah would

this with you.” As she spoke,

the three of them walked

the ball. Amidst the crowd, in the middle

said, “Let’s walk further and

walked slowly

a blink of an

dim lights, it was impossible to see who

moving. She found a corner and sat on a bar stool to watch

couples dancing on the dance

changed and the tempo increased, there were gradually people who could not

was only a man and

was wearing the same clothes and

the couple in the middle

man stood tall and

was slender and long. Her half–length hair was tied into a bun on the lower

like a lady from centuries

the surrounding people

her hands. She even heard the people beside her sigh.

heaven.”

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so compatible

someone said, turning to

to her. She paused and

give up when she did not respond. “Why aren’t you saying anything? Don’t you think the people in the middle of the dance

Are they compatible?

frowned and did not

mask. From Olivia’s direction, most of his side profile could

wanted to walk

that was originally standing quietly suddenly surged

instantly stopped Olivia

center of the crowd. The woman also placed her hand on the

revealed a beautiful

A trace of surprise flashed in his

and smiled

took a step back and distanced himself from Winona. His tone was

that, he immediately turned around and scanned the

knew that he was looking for her and

melted and was

Olivia. He took her hand and

and said gently,

shoulder with her right hand and smiled naturally. “I’m

glanced at Winona’s

a

Olivia’s gaze,

was open and natural. “Don’t misunderstand. Daniel and I are old friends.

saying that, Winona deliberately patted Daniel on the shoulder and nudged him with her elbow. She said in a teasing tone, “Daniel,

Good buddies?

Olivia frowned.

leaned in and whispered

in an extremely distant and indifferent tone, “Winona, since when

eyes flashed

“You’re just an ex–girlfriend. What’s there to

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hand

Her gaze grew profound and a trace

her eyes.

for so long, everyone was a little

a restaurant on the second

group went over

to

up her clothes and was about to push open the door

from outside. “Daniel went a little overboard today. How could he leave with only Olivia and

was Emily

indignant and felt

much of a reaction. She just

you saying anything?”

the pancake and

stomped her feet in anger. “Why aren’t

Emily snorted softly. “I think you’re stupid. Didn’t you realize

Sarah was stunned.

the same hair length,

look at their faces and only look at their backs, it’s easy to mistake one for

noticed if you hadn’t mentioned it. Olivia

Emily patted Sarah and said in exasperation, ‘Olivia is just a substitute. Why are you so nervous?” Sarah

some time, Olivia still stood in the cubicle and did not go

clearly knew that she had gone to the washroom, but they came here to say such

said this on purpose for her to

it was

that this was all an act, but her heart was still filled with jealousy. It felt like fine needles stabbing into her heart. It pricked and

some things that couldn’t be examined

did Daniel like

came so quickly and violently, like a flood that had suddenly broken through the floodgates. There was no prior sign at all. One day there was nothing. The

he like

a short period of time, and they did not spend too much time

he so sure that

forehead and felt her thoughts running ruckus in her mind. Her temples throbbed with

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felt that she shouldn’t

those who had once loved her to the core could change overnight and turn against her, sparing no effort

Olivia suddenly felt uncertain.

mother could hate her, and Gillian, who was like a sister to her, would push her off the cliff,

for Olivia to place her trust in

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by

spicy grilled fish. She had always been fond of spicy food and liked to eat

was, the more

her heart’s content, she didn’t forget to pick up a piece for Daniel.

with a red pepper

about to ask him why he wasn’t eating it when Winona, who was sitting on the other side, frowned and

never eats spicy

that, Winona looked at Olivia and asked calmly, “Ms. Taylor, don’t tell me

subconsciously tightened her grip on her

didn’t know that Daniel didn’t like

don’t even

spicy food. In the past, when we went out to eat, he didn’t touch spicy food at all. Once, I was naughty and deliberately ordered a slightly spicy dish as a joke. In

she said this, Winona had a smile at the corner of her mouth. Her eyes were sparkling as if she was recalling the good

we used to eat out together, the table would

to eat spicy food. He didn’t even allow me to smell the spicy food.

few of them

about their youth,

nothing

familiar with each other, Olivia

she had met Daniel

got to his feet and intended to move

“Michael, why did you order so many

profusely, saying that he was muddle–headed and didn’t

dishes were not ordered by him at all, but

Michael was still curious as to why Sarah ordered so many spicy

Now, he finally understood.

had

Michael sighed inwardly.

women were really

at Olivia. He felt sorry

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was ambitious. She was a new star in the science arena. He heard that her family

come back, Olivia would really

Unfortunately, Winona had returned.

win against Winona. She didn’t even know that Daniel didn’t like spicy food and foolishly picked up a piece of

What a silly girl.

would definitely be angry and

unable to

then gestured to Gideon. “Hurry up and take away the plate with the spicy grilled fish. Daniel can’t stand

she placed her plate in front

ate a few mouthfuls of vegetables, so her plate was very clean. It only had

Hot

her plate with Daniel’s very naturally, as though she had done it countless times

slammed her forks

Olivia could speak, Daniel

on his plate and said in a puzzled tone,

the spicy grilled fish

in shock, especially Michael, whose eyes were

he doing? Daniel was actually eating

them, Winona was the most surprised. She could barely maintain her composure as she stared at him in

spicy food. We’ve only met a few times and eaten a few times. Don’t pretend as if you

saying this, Daniel even moved to the side to distance himself

used his actions to show that he was not familiar with Winona at

not

happy. He moved his fork quickly and ate a few spicy dishes in

grilled fish, spicy beef stew, black pepper steak. He ate at least a serving or two of each

pinned down the hand that was holding the fork and

put

did not let him eat it, he

took a

everyone, “I’m

silence descended across

and Gideon widened their eyes and looked at Daniel’s

were filled with

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It was impressive!

at the plate and then at Olivia. He was as shocked as Sarah and the

had interacted more with Daniel and often

with Daniel knew that Daniel did not eat spicy food and did not

other words, Daniel could not eat spicy

he finished half a plate of

was cold. She used much of the self–control she had in her life to barely maintain her indifferent attitude. It took

the table, clenched into a

Daniel!

spice in order to

angry at her for

had been so many years, but he was still furious with

couldn’t help

must he

have loved her to

there for a long time and realized that Daniel was still not back. She was a little worried and went out to look

found him by the sinks

was about to speak when she realized that

as

all. That was why he had run to the washroom, wanting to throw up what

this, Olivia

“If you can’t eat spicy food, you shouldn’t eat it.” It would feel even worse to throw

he saw Olivia, he seemed to have found solace and reached out to grab

it for you. I

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shoulder and rubbed his forearm against her

felt like a kitten tickling and

Olivia did not pay much attention to what he was doing. She thought that it

suddenly narrowed

Half of his brain was used to develop his career, while the other half was used to

a slight movement from her, he

had stopped,

eyes instantly

a big puppy wagging its

turned to look at Olivia with teary eyes.

soft–hearted. When she saw

your stomach hurt?” She

have hurt his stomach after eating so much

his

Olivia raised

where did it

sexy, as though he

Olivia stared at him.

wanted to push him off

could move, Daniel cried out and hugged Olivia even tighter. “Oh no! The pain has shifted. My legs hurt

hand to her forehead and said in a helpless and doting tone, “Then, what do

could not stand Olivia speaking in such a tone. He looked up and glanced

he felt even

there was also a

neck and whispered, “Olivia, let’s go home. I’m

the

only

never seen Daniel sleep so

uncomfortable, they can’t help but want to rest and sleep.” After saying that, he even looked at Olivia resentfully. “To think that you know medicine. You don’t care about me at all. I’m in

He turned his head abruptly, looking as

Olivia did not react. She did not come to coax him

a

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still found a

He took the initiative to find another topic. “Let’s

ground and still did not

His heart tightened and he

voice was intermittent. “Olivia, don’t be angry. I won’t

leave me behind!” he

last two sentences. He suppressed them in his heart, but his lips were trembling

too drastic. It scared

raised her hand and patted his handsome

though

straight at Olivia, as though

much force. There was an urge in

me. If I do anything wrong, tell me. You must tell me! Don’t hold it in and leave

never seen such a fragile Daniel before. Her heart ached

gently, “Why would I leave you? Have you forgotten that we’re about to

Daniel was happy

was my classmate in university. At that time, we did spend some time

able to move a person’s heart. “Olivia, don’t be fooled by them, and don’t care about Winona. In my heart, she

tonight’s ball.” Daniel did not give Olivia any chance to

people who wanted to sow discord between him and

he found out about it, he would definitely teach them a

me into a dance. I didn’t react in time,” Daniel explained seriously. “At first, I didn’t react, but

her.

not in him to suddenly shake off his female companion. Moreover, there were too many people on the dance floor at that time. If he suddenly let

nor was he a saint. He

do something that would hurt an unfamiliar female companion for

about Winona,

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and rubbed against Olivia’s delicate face.

her grandmother is really a kind and

child without a home

his uncle, who was seven years older

did not dote on him and they did not love him.

him and compared him to his uncle. They said that there was

his biological parents thought

The Sullivan family would be

didn’t like to go home, so he went to the Anderson family’s residence to

most. She said that Daniel was the best and smartest child in the world. It

Daniel to start

saying. You can’t dig yourself into a hole because of this. If they don’t love you, you can love yourself. If they don’t give it to you, you can start your own

that was the case, you would fall into their trap. They hope that you will hate them, that you will grow up crooked, and that you will become extreme and not become someone

not do as

very eloquent and knew how

taken in by what he

moment, she suddenly

pay attention to Sarah. I’ll tolerate her as

rejected it. He looked at Olivia as if she was a fool. “What are you talking about? That’s not what I meant when I said

what did he

a little

if you have to deal with Sarah in the future, don’t be obvious about it. Do it secretly. Otherwise, she will definitely

that will make things difficult

Olivia stared at him.

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him so much face that he bullied her

she saw the highly publicized engagement event trending on Twitter, she

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a good understanding of

a simplé engagement ceremony that would not blow up such

was only one reason why he made such a grand engagement, and that was to capture her attention. He wanted to force

from overseas as he

knew that he had a bad temper. He definitely hated her

and embarrass her in front of others. Before Winona returned to the country, she was already mentally prepared. She knew that she would be wronged and would feel so

her mind to endure everything and do her best

had gone too

and hadn’t returned for

that she could no longer indulge him like this. She had to let him understand that

and tried to provoke her in this way again, she would really return to

so she

her. “Winona, where

cold, and her face was covered with frost. “Sarah, go and tell Daniel that my patience has its limit, and tell him

she

of the restaurant and happened to see Winona’s departing figure. She looked surprised and asked, “What’s wrong? Why

must be angry!” Sarah stomped her feet in frustration. Daniel

to Olivia, she thought he

pointed it out, she realized that he was using Olivia to force Winona to

wanted and forced Winona to return

end, he threw a tantrum and deliberately embarrassed Winona, driving her away in anger.

clearly in love, but they always hurt each other. I don’t know how long

hard. “If it weren’t for Grandma, I wouldn’t have bothered with him. I’ll let him

comforted Sarah and pulled her

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Gideon had already consumed quite a bit of alcohol. His eyes

he was quite puzzled

“It’s all Daniel’s fault. He’s getting more and more outrageous. I can’t wait to see

you talking about?”

tell. Daniel is deliberately trying to provoke Winona. Didn’t you notice that Olivia looks very similar to Winona?” “Look similar to her?” Gideon frowned and looked

temperament does look a little similar, and so does her

looks just like Winona and then intentionally gets close to her to make

see it, but Sarah was sure of

left, she had never seen any women

he might be doing it

remained silent. He had a lingering sense that something was amiss and felt it was all

family’s side, Samuel had disappeared without a trace since his arrest. Emma was in prison

had

was getting weaker day by day, lacking in energy, and spending as much as 18 out of

had brought Amelia to several hospitals, but none of them could identify the

advice was for Amelia

depression, so he told William to stop pushing

not believe it. He felt that Amelia’s

Olivia’s engagement spread, William asked the servants to keep an eye on Amelia to prevent her from

were always times when he

Amelia still saw it.

trembled, both crying and laughing at the same time. “Samuel is missing, Emma is in jail, yet

to defy her

was shrill, her eyes were red and her heart filled with

due to her excessive agitation, after her

woke

had looked for famous doctors, but they

Even Maddie was

don’t we go overseas?” Cathy held Amelia’s hand as tears streamed down her

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shook his head. “It’s useless. I’ve already invited the top medical team overseas to take a look, but they couldn’t

we do then?” Cathy

in the same suit as usual. Only his tie with a slightly

hand in his pocket, he tugged at his tie with the

frustrated, but his

threw it on the sofa. Suddenly, he raised his eyes and looked straight at Maddie. Maddie’s heart skipped a beat as she heard his calm and cold voice. “Now, only

room fell into silence as soon as he finished

Cathy, who was most concerned

trembling voice, “Will she help us now that we’ve reached this point? Moreover, I’ve never seen her save anyone, and I’m uncertain about her

William glanced at Cathy. “I will do my

tone turned stern, carrying an irresistible might, “So, you all should not interfere, obstruct

his hand toward Maddie and said, “Aunt, give

at

sake of Amelia’s health, William had not rested for a few days

with the

to take care of his erratic father, and his mentally ill

demanded him and sought help from him, but not a single person thought that

“Olivia hates you all. If you don’t look for her and just distance yourself from her, she might forgive you in a

her now and think of a way to force

very clear–minded and had things well

were

did not actually do anything. At most, he just stood by

was human nature. One side was his parents, and the other was his sister. There’s no way

that these

her nieces and nephews, treating them as if they were her

and an ugly smile appeared on his face. “Parents can’t choose. This is my responsibility, my duty. I can’t just stand by and watch my mother lie

head, his eyes a little red. “I’ll go and beg. Even if she wants my life, I’ll do it. I just hope that she can

Maddie stopped talking.

child valued responsibility too much. He carried the

phone,

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the middle of drawing with Andrew when she received a call

didn’t think too much and answered

it up, she realized that it

raised her eyebrows slightly with a hint

some understanding of William. This person was very responsible, shrewd,

reached this point, there was absolutely no room

he would have never called

did he call

hands to answer the phone, leaving her right hand

attention was not entirely focused

very polite. “I’m

this, Olivia curled her lips and sneered. “Mr. Taylor, no need to be so polite. If you have something

took a deep breath and looked out of the window into the distance. After a while, he

“Yeah,” she replied.

back time to the day you first returned to the Taylor family, and there was

the tip of her colored pen paused, leaving a large green spot on the white

green spot slowly turned into the patterns on

He clapped his hands and

suddenly softened. She leaned over and kissed the little guy on the forehead and

obediently nodded and ran upstairs with the drawing

the little turtle and

was what Olivia

Olivia returned to her senses and continued her phone call

William’s

between giving

were a little overboard, it was human

had its own length, let alone a child who was not raised by

and nights of interaction and exchange of

towards Grandpa Isaac. He raised me and doted on me. How can I bear to make him

made this choice, it means that human nature is like this. Therefore, our mother’s choice is not wrong. She just dotes

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with that?”

I’ve never

she never blamed Amelia for being biased. She could even accept that her mother

couldn’t accept that her biological mother was

could not see the difference between good and bad,

enough, and I don’t love her

want to give me any love, what right does she have to ask me to give in?

said in an extremely fierce tone, “The first time, when Emma tried to have someone insult me, it was Amelia who asked me to back down. She naturally asked me to be tolerant and not pursue the

she gave birth to me, so she could make

stranger, even if she wanted to side with Emma, she would find a way to seek reconciliation,

it comes to me? Is it all

“Also, she helped Emma frame me, slander my reputation, and even wanted to

No matter how powerful the Taylor family is,

birth to me and I’m her daughter, that she can confine

don’t believe that you don’t understand this!” Olivia said coldly. “It’s you who went all out and told me that human nature is

would not take

mother, claim that human nature is so base that it justifies harming her own daughter and

it just because 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

biological daughter, does that mean I have to forgive her no matter what

were powerful and resonant. They were like sharp blades

his heart

Olivia to hate them

jaw tightened and his lips trembled violently. He knew that every word he had said hurt

saw Amelia lying

end, he hardened his

how do you think the favor

laugh. “William, are you

the Taylor family for five days and five nights,

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“Emma has already paid the

any substantial harm. Instead, it was Mom who suffered a blow. This matter was indeed Mom’s fault, but

coercion on you through Twitter. Dad was the mastermind behind it and has already received the punishment he deserves, while Mom

Olivia was silent.

just want to tell you the whole story. I

gave birth to you after ten months of pregnancy. That night, she bled profusely and her body was severely deficient. It took her five years to recover enough

didn’t trust the nanny. She stayed up with you every night, and during your postpartum period, she didn’t get a full night’s sleep. After that, she immediately fell ill. She resisted taking medication while breastfeeding, so she endured it for

you. The pain of losing her daughter made her suffer to the bone. She had a mental breakdown

I admit that after you came back, Mom did a lot of wrong things and hurt you. I won’t hide this because

love you for five years,”

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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 doctors to consult Amelia

for having a conscience, and the Smith family

the Smith family completely reappeared in front of the world, no longer in

family hospital began to create accounts on various social networks, including Twitter, public accounts, short

flowers

just a few days, the Smith family’s reputation resounded

contact with the Smith

They couldn’t believe it.

expect that there was actually such

had always fantasized about the Hushe Republic’s medical skills in novels.

all left s on

medical family in our country.” “That’s right,

you all seen the

top medical team from Bruce Hospital

from Dunwall

specialist in Mala, Dr. Moss, is heading to

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

Taylor, the head of the Smith family, I know Olivia Taylor. She’s the young female scientist who won the Lasker Award. So, she’s the head of the Smith family. No wonder their medical expertise is so

you think the name Olivia Taylor sounds a little familiar? I

of the richest man, Daniel Sullivan. It’s Miss Taylor, Olivia Taylor!” “Oh my god, oh my god. Indeed, outstanding people still have to be with outstanding people in everything. The young richest man and the young head of the

television dramas aren’t this

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phone, William held the phone and a

he said he would

favor owed to manipulate her, despite the fact that outside newspapers and

there were still many people

didn’t save her mother, those who knew her background wouldn’t say anything on the surface, but they would

a questionable character and

she had just taken over the Smith family not long ago, which was renowned for its medical

and heartless, refusing to save a

not care

Olivia would

The Sullivan family.

at her phone in a daze. No one knew what she

came downstairs and

the phone and knew what was

had suffered, Daniel felt terrible from the

sour and

it back any longer, tears were welling up

a person who was not afraid at all,

the thought of Olivia suffering made

wound to himself, but he couldn’t stand Olivia losing

what you want to do.” Daniel leaned on her shoulder and comforted

be with you forever.” Andrew ran over from upstairs and leaned

with a

and touched the little guy’s forehead. Her tone was gentle. “Andrew, you must keep your word. You have to be

his agreement clear with

brought Andrew upstairs

cheek and knew that she must be feeling terrible at

afraid. I’ll go to

shoulder everything with

for a moment, raised an eyebrow, and then said, “What are you talking about? Who said I’m going to the

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stiffened, looking a little dumb. It took him a long time to recover and said, “Y–You don’t care about

Daniel’s fingers. Her tone was calm, neither fast nor slow, yet it carried a coldness that was like wind and thunder. “Do you think I’ve completely given up on the Taylor

Olivia’s finger and said in a serious tone, “No matter what choice you make or what you want to do, I will

in the Evervale

Daniel. “What about you? Do you think

shook his head and said firmly, “I will always stand by your

enough.” Olivia smiled confidently. “As for the others and the rumors that say I’m heartless, it’s so easy to resolve.

to resolve it from the source and not let the rumors spread. Wouldn’t that

smart since she was young. No matter

learned a skill with difficulty, she could learn ten or even a hundred skills with ease. She also knew how to plot and scheme, she just chose not to use them, but that didn’t mean she

phone call to interrogate her about her humanity would provoke

person who could be persuaded but

politely and respectfully, she might be

chose the method she hated the

could be threatened. She had her own way of

or not, she had her

could threaten

the study, Olivia sat in a large and comfortable chair and wrote two words

paper:

“Smith family”

she looked up and a cold

good opportunity and time for the Smith family to appear

few calls and passed down the

famous doctors from all over the world set off

same time, news began to spread

famous doctors from all over the world to the Hushe

the Taylor family by blood, she has shared a mother–daughter relationship with Amelia Taylor for several months because of the previous mistake of identifying

of the Smith family, Olivia Taylor,

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and helping the injured. She specially hired

came out, everyone praised Olivia for having a conscience, and the Smith family was hailed as a model in the medical community of

then on, the Smith family completely reappeared in front of the world, no longer in its previous state

social networks, including

were like flowers blooming

just a few days, the Smith family’s reputation resounded throughout

come into contact with the Smith

They couldn’t believe it.

actually such an ancient medical family in the

they had always fantasized about the Hushe Republic’s medical skills in novels. Now that the Smith family had appeared,

left

oh my god, I’m so excited that I can’t sleep. There’s really a medical family in our country.”

seen the

medical team from Bruce

from Dunwall is

in Mala, Dr. Moss, is heading to the Hushe

the Smith family? They can actually invite so many big shots in the medical world. They’re

young female scientist who won the Lasker Award. So, she’s the

sounds a little familiar? I

Sullivan. It’s Miss Taylor, Olivia Taylor!” “Oh my god, oh my god. Indeed, outstanding people still have to be with outstanding people in everything.

and television dramas aren’t this

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Layfield immediately became a hot topic. Those who lived nearby and frequently visited the Smith family hospital were

Smith family hospital was just

in acupuncture, and there was an elderly traditional

Smith was actually the hidden miracle

s on Twitter were filled

with him, and he’s often away. He only releases appointments on Wednesday mornings. I used to wonder why an old man like him was always going out, but now I think maybe he’s going to treat some big shots. I’m

had to be operated on. My mother was afraid that I would suffer, so she brought me to Doctor Smith who prescribed a few sets of medicine. In less than half a month, the tumor shriveled. At that time, my mother even scolded the doctors who had

it, I’ve really misunderstood them. It’s not that they’re not good at

are second to none. He’s already so powerful, but

a respectable old

attack and turned into a vegetative state. How could such a good person suffer

hope that Doctor Smith

Smith wakes up

s turned into prayers for Isaac to wake up

in her heart, “Grandpa, did you hear that? Everyone is looking forward to you waking up, so please wake up

had reappeared, Olivia was also becoming more and more

was very worried about Olivia’s

as bodyguards and due to gender differences, it was not convenient for them to appear on some private or formal

with a legitimate identity, who won’t raise suspicion or

an

much attention to it. She did

nearly dropped her cup, showing

composure.

How is it

did you, Olivia?” The charming girl went to Olivia’s side

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you so much. I miss you

was filled

you in school? Why are you

transferred to the Drama

but have a headache. “That’s too ridiculous! What did Doctor Mike say?

enter the entertainment

identity was very

and sold to a couple who couldn’t have children

couple had a good character, but she was

what happened next, Olivia did not

morning, Kelly called her and said that she had made a

and Kelly had known each other for two years. At that time, Kelly’s mother had brought her to the hospital to

years old, but she already had

good care of her. Later, she realized that something was wrong, so she taught the little girl to

little suspicious. She told the little girl these things because she wanted her to protect herself just in

Unexpectedly, it really worked.

Sebastian family, her mother was not at home. The little girl was sitting alone on a chair, holding a

the little girl was not injured,

man lying

situation, she sent the little girl to the research institute

such a big incident, so she sent her to the psychiatrist

long after, the research institute reported that Kelly had a very high IQ but also suffered from severe psychological issues, including a tendency

girl was still too young, she could

strong, and she had a resilient spirit. The psychiatrist had to spend a lot of effort to barely break through her

very disadvantageous for

her body was already filled with a sense of lifelessness. She

personally visited the research institute to communicate with Kelly

“What’s the use of learning

skills, you can protect

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forever.

nodded heavily. “I’ll work hard to learn skills, protect you, and be

forever.

entertainment industry. The entertainment industry was too complex. Olivia hoped that she could find a stable job. Olivia sat on the sofa, and the joy of seeing Kelly had disappeared, leaving only coldness. Seeing this, Kelly did not dare to act coquettishly. She let go of Olivia and lowered her head like a child who had made a mistake. Olivia, I’m here this time to protect you and enter the entertainment industry. I enjoy standing in

and I’m an adult. You said that when I

Her eyes gradually warmed, and the sharp aura around

independent. No

in the name

Kelly wanted to enter the entertainment industry,

be able to protect

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Taylor family, along with William, was

days, he had been staying by Amelia’s bedside without sleep. His phone had been full of battery, afraid

Maddie’s phone was

in less than three days, Olivia would definitely

William, who

William was waiting

doctors gathered around the Hushe Republic, Maddie could not

angry at William’s coercion and moral pressure, but she

took this opportunity to

a crisis, but in Olivia’s hands, it

amazing. If only she hadn’t gotten lost, with her in the Taylor family, their

Maddie the most was that Olivia actually possessed such a wide range of

all set off at the same time due to a single statement from Olivia. Her power and influence must have

over to William’s side and patted his shoulder.

and turned to look at Maddie. “Aunt?”

phone over. She opened a page and handed

not understand what was going on. When he received the phone and saw

suddenly turned around and looked at Maddie fixedly. When he spoke,

This…”

a medical team

his eyes gradually became deathly still. “She… she’s really this heartless.

could finish speaking, Cathy walked

she had been staying at the Taylor family’s residence due to her concern for her daughter, so she overheard the conversation between the two at the

with a

could not figure out. Why did William have

generation and had to be learned through education and experience. Olivia was still so young, and her major in university was not medicine either. Was

Olivia’s medical skill really that amazing? Can she truly save your mother?”

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asked.

who said that his granddaughter’s medical skills are better than

out and

“There’s an

turned to look at

gaze, Maddie was stunned for a moment before

She clenched her jaw hard to control her expression

“No, I didn’t ask you to invite Olivia. I

out, “Olivia won’t come.”

go beg, cry, kneel, and do everything you can.” Cathy’s tone was sharp. “I know you must have a

wanted to explain. It was not that she did not want to save her sister but it wasn’t the right time. Olivia was at her

medical teams from all over the world were about to arrive. Instead of confronting Olivia,

still be a

speak, Cathy

hesitating? How can you be so ruthless? Amelia is your own sister!” Cathy was furious, pointing at the door angrily. “Go, right now. If you can’t find Olivia, you don’t have

couple of steps from the slap before

She just lowered her eyes and covered her

to support Maddie. He then frowned and looked at Cathy. “Grandma, what does this have to do with Aunt?

did his grandmother blame his aunt

Amelia, he sometimes felt indignant for his

personal life, no family, and no children of her own. Her entire life revolved around the people in the Green

mother, almost

becoming the chief manager of the Taylor

her tone was firm. “Don’t worry about it. She’s Amelia’s

nothing happens

tone

harsh on his

have to do with

for his aunt when a hand suddenly placed on

It was Maddie’s hand.

“During the previous head inauguration ceremony of the Smith family, Olivia said that she would treat everyone

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immediately reacted. “Aunt, you mean to use this reason to

Maddie nodded. “Yes.”

possible?” William

being coerced. If you were magnanimous, humble, and put on an attitude of seeking her medical treatment, she might have

everyone looked

to use unorthodox methods, always thinking of

coercion.

as proud and

William suddenly understood.

through, he suddenly

a respectful tone and requested the Smith family head’s assistance in providing medical treatment for

Seeing this, Maddie smiled.

her mother, Cathy. After hearing Blake’s positive response and his assurance to contact the family

even

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come from Layfield

arms on the table. She looked down and said calmly, “Did William

said that he was begging you to treat

orchids beside the desk and nodded. Her tone was

not say

stool opposite Olivia. She had

had become more and more cautious when it came to Olivia. Blake did

reason, Olivia had changed a lot after being hypnotized. She seemed to

no longer treated the older of the Smith family as intimately as before. Instead, she

right.” Olivia pinched the orchid leaves on the table and suddenly thought of something. “Where

there were two people responsible for taking care of them. One of them was Blake and the other

a little

Olivia and Gillian like her own daughters. She

time, it was Blake

She would remind the girls to wear more clothes when the weather was cold and keep hydrated when it was

was very young and lively. She

being very close to Zelen when

on, Zelen suddenly disappeared without

ignored this person as if this person had never

Olivia mentioned Zelen, Blake was stunned. Her pupils dilated in

“You remember now?”

force and instantly tore off

the leaf and rolled it between her fingers. Then, she looked

about Zelen? Who is

Why hypnotize me and make

but Blake was

don’t misunderstand. Zelen is a member of the main family. I don’t know why she came or why she suddenly disappeared.

Olivia tapped her fingertips on the table and asked in a questioning

There are many things that I don’t know about. I only know a little. Every time the Smith family changes

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many things were left unexplained. Miss, please wait a little longer. After a while, the main family will send someone over. This way, you will

she looked up and ordered, “You can

left,

walked behind Olivia and massaged her temples. His voice was

eyes and said in a low voice, “I hate it when people

stopped massaging for

eyes and

He lowered his head and kissed

However, before I was five years old, my memories of the Taylor family before I was lost were vague. Everything was unclear. I only

parents‘ names, who my family was,

a five–year–old child was already in kindergarten. An elite family like the Taylors would tell their daughter over and over again where her home was, who her parents were,

not re these

Speaking of this, t

“All this while, I thought that I had forgotten because

realized that my memories

amazed. “Can hypnosis

Olivia nodded. “the Wilco

a

so sure that you

five–year–old was too young. After the accident, it was easy for

tone was firm. “I’ve already undone the hypnosis. I remember everything before I was five

Ernesto undo it for you? Or was it because of the second hypnosis superposition that the

head. “I undid

to do it too?” This time, Daniel was even more

“I studied a few hypnosis

know what to say. After a while,

“Hypnosis isn’t that difficult. I just need to find the key

Olivia made sound easy.

to say. He was afraid that if he said too much, it would make

smart, he was still

was at

country. How come he still felt a little inferior and lack of confidence when he

he had to work harder. Otherwise, Olivia would look

the world could treat Amelia. No matter what test they ran or how they checked, they

William called Blake again.

phone to Olivia.

filled with pain

please.”

that Olivia was no longer

was the head of the Smith family. She no longer had

the Taylor family could threaten

Ms. Taylor.” William’s

walked to the study window and looked at the layers of dark clouds in the distance. She nodded and

.

had to go to the Taylor family herself. It was

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Sophia just finished wiping Amelia’s body. When Sophia came out of

“Okay, that’s great. I’ll pick you

while, Sophia realized that Olivia was

lips and thought to herself, “William is so anxious that he lost his mind. What

was the most scheming kind of person. Taking advantage of

couldn’t do a

to Cathy’s room and

was very happy about it. “She’s really coming! That’s great. That’s great. Amelia could be saved.” Sophia pulled a long face and

wrong?” Cathy saw that Sophia was not in

But I’m not sure if I should say

up Sophia. Then, Cathy frowned and said, “Tell

the door properly. After that, she approached Cathy and said, “Mrs.

on?” Cathy’s

lowered her voice and said, “Mrs. Taylor, you don’t know this. But I’ve always been by Madam’s side, and I know everything about the relationship between Olivia and Madam. Olivia is

Cathy frowned in disbelief.

Moreover, although she had

Mr. Samuel is missing, and Madam is unconscious. Think about it. That’s an awful lot of coincidences, don’t you think?” Upon hearing this,

was shocked. She quickly calmed her down and poured

He frowned and said coldly, “You’re right. We have

are we still going to let Olivia

“Of course, Olivia has to treat Amelia, and she has

Olivia came with Kelly.

the back of her beautiful head, and she was wearing

less sexy

could not help

was

Kelly tilted her head and

frowned and subconsciously

Kelly’s charming eyes instantly

was like a flame falling into the water.

covered her eyes, as

her palm and warned herself that now was

She had to wait until the day she became

who had bullied Olivia to death

something, and a trace of

Cathy were already waiting in the living

living room with a walking stick in his hand. He thought he should be respected. He waited

gaze did not turn in his direction for even a

He was surprised that she

embarrassed and his face turned

thought Olivia

in charge of the Smith family. She also had connections with the Sullivan family. She

that young people were too

its day. This girl had just succeeded and was already

family established themselves by their medical skills. Olivia was still young, so she was

even if Olivia’s medical skills were good, and she was proud of

there was

the man doted on her. When a better and more beautiful woman

that time, Olivia would be the most

day, Olivia would

and asked the butler to help him take the

did not care

day that Olivia went down and came to

care, but

for Olivia. Cathy could

“Stop right

did not stop walking

it

whisper to Olivia, “Ms.

of the stairs. She turned her head and

her

angle and said, “Come down. It’s outrageous. I’m an older. How can you let me look up

her fingertips on the circular decoration

stay healthy.” “What do you mean?” Cathy said with

replied, “It’s good for your

you look up.”

to argue with you about the nonsense. I have something

was gentle, but she had no intention of

Cathy took a deep breath and said coldly,

what if Amelia’s health worsened when Olivia treated

ease

shook her

did not expect Olivia to say

was cold. “It’s fine if you can cure Amelia. If you

Who knew what you wanted

and turned to William. She said in a mocking tone, “What’s going on? Your family is going to cause trouble before we even

and was about

said, “What kind of people would blame

this point, she suddenly looked up and stared at William.

that her chest heaved violently,

more shameless than

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Olivia immediately walked outside.

“Who cares whether or not Cathy wants me to

want everything

and begged for a long time. It was only then that Olivia went upstairs

add to the trouble. Do you really want Mom to remain unconscious like this?”

had in mind. She looked at Olivia without

floor in Amelia’s room, Olivia examined Amelia’s body. She took out a box of silver needles and prepared to insert a

needles. He felt

long. They were twice as long as normal silver

himself, “This thing won’t end up hurting

concerned, but he only raised his head and glanced at Olivia with

not take it anymore. She was scared out of her wits and wanted to step forward to

in a low voice, saying,

Cathy to the

hard Cathy knocked on the door,

Upon seeing the situation, she could not help but exclaim, “Oh golly. Mrs. Green,

in her chest and slumped

servants to carry the unconscious Cathy back to

spoke, she said, “Oh no, Mr. Ronald. Olivia is going to kill Mrs. Taylor. Mrs.

In less than ten minutes, he arrived at the Taylor family’s home. Sophia

as he strode in

a comparison. “It’s this long,” she said. “The silver needle is longer than a cup. It looks like a nail. Olivia

“Where’s William?

“Mr. Ronald, you have no idea what happened. Mr.

said as he ran

going over just like that? Mr. William will surely stop you. Plus, there are so many servants in

William’s orders. What if he gets some servants to

in his

Sophia, nodded, and said, “You’re right. This is the Taylor

moment, the corners of Ronald’s mouth

deal with this situation!” He thought to himself, “I can

to Amelia? I’ll break her hands then. Let’s see what else

cold malice flashed across Ronald’s

have any handy sticks that aren’t overly

gauge the suitability of the stick she was about to mention, “A

shook his head. “It’s too long. I want to catch Olivia off

rolling

is okay,” Ronald replied, his eyes lighting

get it.”

It was

hand, gave it a little shake, nodded, and said, “This

he concealed the rolling pin

to the door of Amelia’s room,

enjoined in a low voice, “Uncle, lower

he nodded. “I’ll go in and take

in. While William was closing the door, he suddenly

right hand

huh? I’ll break

the Smith family, which has a long–standing

William turned around. He then saw Ronald walking

high and holding a wooden stick,

had his back facing them. She was staring at Amelia with full concentration. Her forehead was covered

could not be disturbed. This time, the acupuncture session was

William thought, “Oh crap!”

intervene, but he simply could

suddenly stood in front of Olivia and kicked

pair of sneakers. Her movements

hit by a heavy hammer. He suddenly crashed toward the

was made of solid wood, but it

saw Ronald vomit a mouthful of blood and

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

his eyes to glance at Kelly. He was

“You…” He thought to himself, “How could such

10 inches tall, while Kelly was not even 5 feet and 7 inches. “She’s slender,” William thought. “How could she kick

front of me. He’s really courting death! I show mercy this time. If he were to lay hands on Olivia again, the outcome

gives in to all of you, but I

very quickly and carried

about the extent of Ronald’s

did not penetrate his lungs.

He just

that Ronald had broken two ribs, William instinctively looked up and glanced at Kelly, feeling extremely

actually got it so accurate. This girl said two broken ribs, and it’s exactly two broken

the

sweat off her forehead, put away silver needles, and turned to William, saying, “Wait for another half a day, and she should regain consciousness. After she regains consciousness, she still needs two more rounds of acupuncture therapy.” Olivia thought of something. She then continued, “Oh, by the way, I want to take some blood samples from Mrs. Taylor for testing. I suspect that she has taken some medicine that affects her emotions. Think about it

thought, “Medicine

He was surprised.

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consciousness. She was given acupuncture therapy during the day, and

lying on the bed. Facing the pitch–black

“Water,” she softly murmured.

by Amelia’s bedside. When she saw Amelia regain consciousness, she was overjoyed. She immediately got up and quickly poured a glass

Taylor, you’re finally awake!” she

half a glass of water before she started to feel more

happened to me?” she asked

looking at the news of Olivia’s engagement. Her emotions had fluctuated intensely, and a wave

vision went dark, and she

did not know anything

everything that had happened during the period

unconscious.

listened with a stunned expression. She could not help but

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

Olivia, Amelia was no longer as excited as before. Instead,

Just before I lost consciousness, I mentioned Olivia with such righteous anger, almost wishing I had not given birth

am I so calm and

is that I can’t understand my previous emotions, and I don’t know why

seem to have lost my sanity and clouded my judgment. I’m completely not clear–headed, and I’m like a

played a role in causing Emma to be imprisoned,

didn’t act like a father at all. He actually resorted to using public opinion to threaten and pressure his own biological

accept is that I actually agreed to

Amelia covered her forehead, wondering why she had

as important as Emma in Amelia’s heart. After all, Emma had been

so far as to hold extreme hatred for Olivia

Emma.

abnormal as

was trying to assess Amelia’s emotional state. She told Amelia something to gauge her

Olivia would come

was clear–headed. She considered herself to have a balanced perspective and could

she

either. After all, if it weren’t for her, Emma and Samuel would not have had

eyes. She seemed to

she opened her eyes again, her eyes no longer held any confusion or

had already

one side were Samuel and Emma, and

let go

had more than thirty years of marital bond with Samuel. Although Samuel did not make

gossip. This situation applies not only to the four major families. It even

Samuel, he has remained faithful and committed to me alone all

she had a mental breakdown, it was Samuel who watched over her day and night. To help alleviate her condition, he even brought back

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

not my biological child, she shows genuine respect and care for me. She is

there couldn’t be a more considerate child than

my condition.

herself to act as if nothing had happened and maintain a peaceful relationship with

unfair

could not let Emma

give up on Olivia, even though Olivia was once the child she held dear in her

not open it. She merely looked

in leisurely, sat down beside Olivia, and cast a casual glance, asking, “What’s this?” Seeing Daniel, Olivia leaned her head on his shoulder and rubbed it against his shoulder affectionately. She did not say anything. She just

it was filled with information about Emma and

Emma and Samuel as well as how Samuel

them inside. The three of them would often go out for dinner on

be a perfectly happy family. Those who did not know the inside story had no idea that

said. After reading it, his initially languid gaze suddenly became profound

very concerned about

information would not be able

the daughter of her father’s mistress. Just thinking about it made one

was as gentle as a spring breeze in March as he said,

Daniel felt that the

to do something more

his phone

doing his homework in his room when the children’s

“It’s Daddy!” he thought.

voice, “Daddy went out, huh?” Zoe was momentarily taken aback by the question. She replied, “No. He’s

“He’s in

understand. He’s at home, so why did he

he pushed open the door, Daniel waved at him. There was a hint of

father. Instead, he immediately pounced

the little one, kissed him, and asked, “Have you finished

“It’s all done.” Andrew was incredibly well–behaved and sweet. He said,

“What a sweet–talking

and walked out

“Sure,” Andrew replied loudly.

was left alone

thought, “What’s

get left

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was driving in the front, while Kelly sat beside Olivia, keeping her head lowered as she looked at the documents in the

looked out of the window. Her gaze was indifferent, making it hard for anyone to discern

said, “It’s not necessarily a

longer had any expectations,

it was also because of this that her patience with the Taylor family had diminished

possible that Amelia engaged in continuous arguments with Olivia after she regained consciousness. In the past, Olivia was very patient and could

argue, Olivia would immediately throw

However, she could not

It did not necessarily mean that she would actually throw the folder at

“I’ll hold

Olivia nodded.

found it surprisingly quiet. Amelia did not act crazily. She was very quiet,

steadily

performed the acupuncture therapy on her, she even thanked

Taylor, thank

needle stopped

on the head for a while. Amelia looked at William and said, “William, go out first. I have a few words to

was not

Amelia would do something that could

Amelia was resolute in her attitude. She said, “William, you want to disobey

with Amelia. In the end, he gave in. He could only nod helplessly and say,

“Got it,” Amelia said.

behind Olivia. Seeing that Kelly had no intention of

said. Her voice was very gentle.

expression. Others could not discern what was in her mind. Upon hearing this, she nodded slightly and replied, “Feel free

was gentle and her expression was

felt that she was very clear–headed now. She

years.

you were found, both Samuel and Emma have done

dark eyelashes trembled slightly. She did not say

as she said, “You’re my child. When you were just born, you were a tiny and chubby bundle, not to mention incredibly adorable. You’re very obedient and smart. You learn everything quickly and can even remember things at a single glance. You’re really an exceptionally smart child. I’m

bond was short–lived. Perhaps God only granted us

she persevered, saying, “I really hope that we, as mother and daughter, can reunite, but there are too many conflicts between

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 flaws, but she is still my daughter.

I just want to stay away from you so that I can accompany her wholeheartedly. In a few years, after she is

up in her chest before she continued, “So, our previous mother–daughter connection has truly come to an

other as strangers.” Olivia raised her gaze. Her attractive eyes, which were similar to Amelia’s,

She

We do not owe each other a favor. We have nothing to do with each other anymore.

Amelia could

fate bestowed by God. They were destined to have a

Amelia held her fingers tightly and quietly made

Olivia to speak,

at this moment felt especially long. Every minute and second passed extremely

an unknown period of time, Amelia grew tired of

she heard Olivia’s voice, which was soft and gentle, yet incredibly resolute.

vision darkened. Her body suddenly stiffened and she fell

stuffing a calming pill into her

fluctuated dramatically and she suddenly fainted after learning about Emma’s

was used at this

“The preparation doesn’t

emotions stabilized, Olivia handed the medicine bottle to her and

the body. If you feel physically

She just held the medicine bottle

the acupuncture therapy was quick. It was completed in

guidelines that required careful adherence. She then put away the

One could not discern what she was thinking. It was not until

from upstairs and explained as she ran,

nodded and said,

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

of bed and put on her slippers. Just as she was about to drink some water, it seemed like she kicked

moment. She lowered her head

“What’s this?” she thought.

frowned and recalled for a moment. Suddenly, she thought of the beautiful girl who

“It seems like she brought

must have been

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

photo of Samuel, Emma, and an unknown

Amelia’s pupils contracted intensely.

information also noted that Samuel used Olivia as a cover for his affair with Evelyn.

advantage of Olivia going missing to bring his mistress’s daughter into the family. Not only did his mistress’s daughter take the name and identity of Amelia’s biological daughter, which was Olivia, but she also took away Olivia’s love from her biological mother. According to the information, Emma had always known who her biological mother was. The three of them would go

test report

them are father and daughter” was the last sentence. Amelia thought to herself, “So that’s how

little bewildered. It was uncertain if she had taken too much of her calming medication. Her emotions were remarkably tranquil at the moment.

daughter. No wonder he treats her so well.” Amelia seemed to suddenly have an epiphany. She quickly rummaged through her drawers, wanting to find photos of Emma

to find all the

were about a few hundred photos. They

of them was

It was only when she had looked at all the photos that her

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