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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on the younger granddaughter because she’ll probably have psychological

Why bother with those big shots? If her medical skills were good enough to make herself a miracle doctor, she

shot.

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

the sort of people like the elder granddaughter. Her grandfather was a miracle doctor, and she had a great

elder granddaughter, she would go all out to study

those big shots would take

great it would

to be liked, why not

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

she was escaping without saying

at night, their faces were red,

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

Association organized one small

were all recommended by the association’s internal

for Doris.

not a large–scale competition, it

get to

work could catch the eye of any teacher and be taken in as a disciple by the teacher, Doris would have great success

a sudden rise

state of excitement. She had

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

Ernesto was back.

have such a wide network. You even know the people from

of her mouth curled up into

the Painting Association. That

Association

that teacher was

she was nothing but

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

Ernesto raised his eyebrows.

down in spirit. “Back then, I learned to paint together with Olivia. Grandpa hired Mrs. Rose Liebsig, the

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he only

this, Gillian’s shoulders could

that time. It still stung her whenever she recalled the sadness, helplessness, pain, and despair

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

interrupted, “Yeah, that’s unfair. That Mrs. Liebsig is also to blame. Why must she want one disciple only? So what harm could it bring if she took both of you

was angry and spoke

that wasn’t cool. I have to look into Mrs. Liebsig now.” Saul took out

for almost a month,

search.

any doubts, he would

full name, and soon, her information popped up

was not

lineal

briefly reading Rose’s introduction, Saul suddenly cried out in surprise as

too far. She said she would only want one disciple, but five after she took in

the line. She’s

holding the pen paused, and

face flushed red as if it was

moment, she did not know if she was more surprised

years

did she mean by only wanting one disciple? It

would she take in another two disciples five years

the side, angrily accusing Rose of not keeping

with every word he said, Gillian looked more ashamed on

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

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

main character of the gossip came to visit that

was a

stunned for a

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

looking for Doris? She’s

Bettany looked at the stairs, and a look of desire flashed

going up.

The painting competition?

second. How

to Megan, this was a niche competition. It was

mainly held

whether any teacher took a fancy to the participant’s

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

Facebook status?

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

over and gestured for

was all Doris’s Facebook

did Olivia see the status of her participation in the competition, but she also read another

She was a sandwich maker the other day and now acts like a painter who knows how to mix colors. By the way,

swept across it

face did not change,

mockery and contempt

the character of the person who

was

phone to Bettany and asked

a lot

It’s not as good as the professional, but it should be helpful. Please give it to Doris

arms. “I painted this. I hope Doris can on it.”

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

a warm–hearted person. When

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the notebook

the stairs, Doris looked impatient. She barely suppressed her frustration and said in a deep voice, “Olivia, you’re distracting me. Stop walking around.

did it mean a

did not think

painting, but she could feel that Doris’s work

told me to give you this. It’s some of her color mixing

Doris sneered.

it on the desk

school student. What made her think she

afraid that Bettany

these over again.” Doris was

up and

but for

Her fingertips trembled uncontrollably.

say something but could not speak a single

time she had fully recovered,

so mad that she kicked

the notebook and took it back

across the street and

two minutes, she

she entered, she saw no one

Olivia put

voice came from the door, and Talia

and she looked a

she saw Olivia, she was stunned for a second before saying, “You’re from the Taylor family

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

door. “Alright, I see. Thank you. If there’s nothing else, see

door when she suddenly turned around

and could not stop shaking in

weak. It seemed it took her forever to speak out a word. Olivia frowned and took out

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

on the ground. Judging from its height and compared to the other two

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Olivia was very vigilant.

room, there was also a broken piece of

happened to

nothing had happened and walked

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.

much calmer than Talia. He even had a smile on his

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

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

frowned slightly. She shifted her gaze to look at the shadow at the door of the small room and asked, “Then why is

Tucker did not understand why

her head and gestured for them to

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

she heard this, she freaked out.

“Shut up!” Tucker scolded.

more stupid, wondering how

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

Was he threatening her?

was the least afraid of threats. If the other side spoke nicely

never compromise if she

not even bother to pay attention to Tucker. She directly pushed the

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

everything. He was so angry that he clenched his fists and slammed them

covered with tempered

damaged at all. On the contrary, he was in so much pain that he

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locked herself in the room and trembled

of Rose on

was very

was written that Rose took in her fourth disciple that year, whose surname was

also an exclusive

first disciple, she had already thought of taking

was because she

ground and dialed

Liebsig, you said you would only accept one

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

sofa and sat down, drinking

listened, the more

she could not help but interrupt Gillian. “Wait, you said that your grandfather invited me to

that true?”

was any doubt about

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

your grandfather too well. He didn’t

Gillian didn’t believe

was a miracle doctor. He had a lot of connections, and people

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

are superb, but he’s just a doctor, after all. Why would everyone humor him? Moreover, we didn’t

you come to

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

me tell you this.” Rose didn’t bother to waste her breath with Gillian. “I went to Layfield

to break down. She clenched her fists tightly and barely managed to calm herself down. “So, you’ve never considered taking

had been

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

mention he’s

and her scalp went numb. It took her

me and

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

being polite by grading them for me every year?” Gillian

while, she said, “To be honest, I’ve lived for so long, but I’ve never seen someone as insensible as you. Don’t you know how to read faces? Can’t you

to have told Olivia to bring your mediocre paintings to me for grading again and again? How dare

this, Rose got

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

spent a lot of effort to get me to check your paintings back then. She begged me again and again. Ms. Gillian, you owe it to Olivia. Because of Olivia, you had the chance to come

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

was that instead of being grateful for Olivia, she even

be

more. “For the sake of Olivia, I’ll give you a recommended

that, she hung up the

shop, in order not to disturb Doris with her painting, everyone from the Taylor family dared not to speak loudly. They walked on tiptoes and

was because making sandwiches in the

nothing much to do, Olivia

It was

could be better. She had mixed several

casually pointed. “Add a little

and glanced at

colors is a complicated job. It’s not as simple as you think. Olivia, can you please go to study the sandwich ingredients if you are busy with

did not feel attached to this

came up to watch her paint was only out

if

burden and think for her parents,

didn’t care, Olivia had no intention of sucking up to

around

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

upstairs and heard

over. “What’s wrong?”

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

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over and

restaurant.” Stella spat out a mouthful of almonds

as Doris. They were classmates, but compared to Doris,

out of junior high school and went home to look after

better life and opened a fast food restaurant

had been missing for

Bettany was born, Tucker left home to earn a living. But

the family of three to be united after he

started another

good when he returned this time. He wanted Bettany to marry a paralyzed fiance for her

a terrible father he is!”

at

long after she were back, Tucker chased after her to her

a

mother, Talia, who had also urged her

really stupid or

but so what? It still couldn’t change the fact that he was paralyzed.

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some sandwiches, but unfortunately, the Taylor family’s sandwich

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

He was down.

the first thought that crossed Marco’s

Thank god!

realized that Olivia

officer. How could his mind

the ashamed Officer Wood rushed

on?” he asked

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

god!

big case. Even the biological parents could

made a call to

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

swayed and looked toward

get the doctor to check on her later to see if she

room and saw Bettany lying

times, but

darkened as he realized that

dark gaze. His tone was ruthless. “Mind your own business. We’re Bettany’s parents. When Bettany wakes up later, she’ll be

nodded. “I

business and call the police?” Olivia took out her phone and found a recording. She played it to Tucker. “So, I recorded it just in case. Even if Bettany is on your side, Talia has already admitted to having drugged her. This is the evidence.” “You recorded it!” Tucker’s eyes almost popped

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

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

an old saying that relatives

must be closer than

with her parents

left without doing anything and watched a young girl get hurt, Olivia could not

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lurch had broken her moral

evidence in advance before calling the police. This way,

Tucker was furious.

such a meticulous girl in such a small

genius

and Bettany was sent to the

police station to

her, “How did you find

shadows at the door. One of them seemed to

the aisle. There was a small piece

and his colleagues looked

not help but admire her observation. She could have seen

extremely curious. “What made you think Tucker Fulham and Talia Fulham have drugged her

because of Talia’s behavior. The daughter was in trouble, but as a mother, Talia was only panicking. There was no worry or fear on her face. This didn’t make sense at all. Recalling the previous news, everyone said Tucker and Talia wanted to marry their daughter Bettany to a paralyzed guy for Tucker’s

“Oh my god,

even become

irrelevant. “Do you usually like to read detective

head. She didn’t seem to be interested

good. You deduced everything just by

Wasn’t she good?

frowned. It was easy to find out. She did

“This is just a guess. Bettany hasn’t

he almost forgot about

guess should be the fact,

up, she might

all, they were her parents

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

Marco was dumbfounded.

beside him widened their

She was so well–prepared!

did you

make a false countercharge, so I recorded

her a thumbs

fine. When Bettany woke

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her.

they were her parents, so Bettany did

let them go home

she brought some food over

had only brought some food from the restaurant. She then fetched one of the paintings and gave it to

It’s for you. I hope you

and saw an oil painting of the

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

surprised. “Did

painting, the smile on Bettany’s face brightened. She talked non–stop and said a lot

When she was still a primary school student, an art teacher

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

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

of what she liked, Bettany changed from her previous gloominess and unhappiness.

thick. Not good.” Doris

hand and directly poked at the portrait of

peaceful neck of the Virgin Mary was

you doing?” Bettany subconsciously pushed

frowned. “Why did you push

wrist trembled. After a long time, she said, “You

thing a painting?” Doris was disdainful.

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

want me to on your paintings? Let’s use this one. I’ll enhance it for you.” Doris arrogantly raised her chin as if Bettany had

anger in her chest. She hugged the

arms.

painting is ruined.

she left with the

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Megan brought up

is really ruthless. She even

pitiful to have such a pair of

to Olivia. “Olivia, did you realize that something was wrong and call the police?” Olivia nodded. “Yes, I went to return the notebook and found Bettany unconscious

lecture her. “Don’t interfere in such matters in the future. Bettany is her daughter. She can do

Olivia. Don’t interfere in other

She lowered her

had a nagging feeling that something was

would they despise her for meddling in other people’s

and the

moment,

It was Gillian.

in town and wanted to

She looked frustrated. Ernesto sat opposite her. His

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

in love

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

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

and nodded. “Sure,

“Hypnosis alone is not enough. Relationships will become

pretend to be injured and get her to bring me medicine. Then, I’ll take the opportunity to hypnotize her and make her fall in love

He could not have gone through so much trouble to pretend to be

chuckled. His unusually flirtatious face immediately looked

would be that I recognized the wrong person after I woke up. I thought it was her sister,

Ernesto turned to Gillian. His eyes were

Gillian was silent.

He actually came up with

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was hypnotized in such a location and in such a situation. In the

liked treated her sister well because of a

hesitating for a moment, Gillian nodded. “Alright,

Gillian. Gillian asked her to

did not think too much about it.

the city. There were no street lamps in

path to the east was a little remote. It was only nine o’clock

to

in her

hear Olivia’s footsteps. He pressed his shoulder to

the middle

all. Everything was ready. Ernesto leaned his

the hell

He was going blind!

My eyes, my eyes!

bright as day. Ernesto covered his eyes tightly with his hands, but even so, the light revealed between

it was

and had a

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

He could only determine where

grunt, Ernesto said weakly, “I’m

wound and frowned. “That’s chicken blood. Are you a

Ernesto was speechless.

dog? She

immediately corrected himself. “The blood is fake.

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

he could not see Olivia’s movements. He only felt something poking his left

He nodded. “Yes.”

put away the stick. “I’ll call the police

the police.” Ernesto shook his head and made a

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gun…”

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

Ernesto was dumbfounded!

How did that happen?

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

Olivia

Why do you have to call

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

he couldn’t understand why Olivia called the

think I’ll help a criminal?

fool would not call the police and casually believe in a strange man one met on the street. Even if she wasn’t worried that he would hurt her, she still had to pay

any money now. If

didn’t give up on calling the police, Ernesto couldn’t take it anymore. He couldn’t care less about pretending and

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

pounce would definitely snatch

And yet…

his abdomen was ruthlessly poked by a thick

it hurt so

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

too painful, so he couldn’t care less about covering his face. He covered his stomach

raised her flashlight and shone it at Ernesto’s

saw the exotic face,

Then, countless memories returned.

She remembered!

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She easily restrained Ernesto and tapped

no longer felt hurt in

Oh! How magicall

surprised, something

said coldly.

calm expression changed drastically when he

He was stunned.

a while, he said,

hypnosis has been removed, and our deal is

the ground and looked at Olivia

world could be removed from his hypnosis unless

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

mean?” Ernesto was a

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

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

set a time limit

secretly arranged would immediately appear and take her away.

happened, the hypnosis would not

institute would report to the country and pressure Fesmuowana through the Hushe Republic,

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

was a

leaving the alley, Olivia threw the flashlight to Ernesto and pressed the

on her left wrist

than three minutes two ghost–like

was Pets

Tavin‘ the raver of them

due

beland When he tward as tw quickly ran a few

you going to see Cullat as you want to and tren

not log and track at all

Ese and Does she

Regret of

walk

you really a cow

get a

ducked

very dark. Only the faint moonlight shone on her face, blurring her facial features and making

could still feel

regret was the most meaningless

done those hurtful things. She had already hurt

was just to make herself feel at

look at Ernesto and said calmly, “I let you hypnotize me in exchange for the Wilcox family’s hypnotism. Now that the hypnosis is over, we have

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

ties with Ernesto, which made him feel very

of leaving him alone

was as if after tonight, they were

suddenly felt an indescribable

wanted to

time to speak. She got into the

extremely cold and heartless. She did

black car had already left like an arrow and

that was left was a

What a hateful girl!

stomped his feet in anger. How could there be such a woman? She didn’t even

was going and if she wanted to go back to the

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

nodded and asked, “Where are we going

at the lights not far away. She suddenly thought

already closed. It was pitch–black inside, and there was only a faint light in the depths, indicating that the

went over and knocked on the

a while,

opened the car door and

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

how Olivia had

her courage

already so late. What’s

a little nervous and sat up

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

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give me that

Bettany was surprised. “Where are you

about to speak when a few clangs came from outside the

was knocking on the

curled his lips and looked past Bettany to look at Olivia. His tone was sinister. “We have a guest. Why don’t you come in

unhappy and reminded him.

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

he said this, Tucker’s tone was

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

lower lip and looked embarrassed,

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

soon as she finished speaking,

courage to admit that their biological

said calmly. “He can’t hurt

still worried, Olivia added, “I’ll leave here tonight and never

and then

with the phone in her hand. “You’re mistaken. I’m not the Taylor family’s daughter.

but she was very smart and immediately realized that there should

reason.

was Olivia’s privacy, so she could not ask further. She only looked at Olivia reluctantly. “Then, Olivia, will I be able to

chair and said casually, “Let’s leave it to fate. We will meet if we

opened the car door. “Wait for

of the car and ran toward the door. After a while, she came back with a painting. ‘Olivia, this is for you.” Bettany looked sad. “I don’t know

at it. Suddenly, she smiled and said, “Then

he heard Olivia’s words,

that this young lady was so lucky

future, she might

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found Olivia was

“What should we do?

and slowly walked out of the room with a coat on. “Take your time. Maybe she’s gone out.” Derek and Stella also came

first thing she said was, “There’s no need to look for her. She’s

that, she hung

Taylor

Derek finally found his voice. He took a deep breath and said,

dissatisfied tone, “She is really too much. She

and sensible, so Megan had already treated Olivia as her child. For a moment, she

She started to grumble.

chuckled and said mockingly, “Mother, you really treat her as your

that Olivia

saying that, Stella

we still don’t know the

a

in the Taylor family’s sandwich shop. Stella had only learned three of them, and she was not very good at making them. The taste of

we do?” Stella was so anxious

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

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

will affect Doris’s painting. We might

She raised her head and glared at Derek before

Derek and frowned slightly. “Don’t be blinded by

I’m accepted as a disciple by a teacher from the Painting Association, I’ll be famous. Any random painting can be sold for thousands

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doted on her

used to her attitude

during this period of time, he had interacted with Olivia a lot. He had seen Olivia’s sincere way of thinking for others. When she

he faced Doris again, he felt a

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

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

her pen and looked happy.

She

her shoes and ran

the counter and looked at Bettany’s back

many years and is a little distant. She definitely

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

hand that was tearing the

cold. “Tucker, I’m calling you Dad for the sake of my mother. Don’t push

you talk to

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

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

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

sister. How can you be so heartless and

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

before. She

impatient. “Bettany must

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

Talia slapped Bettany and looked at Bettany angrily with

was already used to her mother being like this.

longer hurt.

Talia coldly. “Mom, you’re such a bitch! I’ve never

that, she ran

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Talia called out to

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

couldn’t help

the depths of

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

at Talia and

voice was gentle. “I knew it. You

her head and smiled

ran to the bathroom and washed her face with cold water

She couldn’t figure it

had been relying on her for so many years and had always doted on

mother even wanted to force

her face, Bettany opened the

was very light. It should be a piece of paper or

it should be a

had given Olivia a painting, so Olivia also gave her a painting in

package had been completely opened. Inside was

it strange. Did people still write letters

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

What exactly was it?

confused. Was it a

a thin golden paper shell and opened

a

looked, the heavier her

this was actually an invitation to the

trembled slightly. She almost

moment, she suspected that she was in a

rubbed her eyes hard and

true! It was

to her by Olivia. Who exactly was

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

words over and over again, feeling like she was

good thing really happen to

not a

young age, she had already taken on the burden of

decisive person.

she had already gotten the invitation, she had to give it

understand this

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

Doris was in

competition was very important to her, so

over, Doris was a little surprised. “Why are

ran too quickly, she could not catch

for her to

look!” Her eyes were bright like the stars

Doris was instantly stunned.

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

in her eyes.

with you!” Bettany couldn’t control

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

also Bettany’s name

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

like a good idea for her

was a little

received the invitation, she was too excited. Her mind was in a daze and she did

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

she participated in this competition, she and

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

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

rubbed the words on the invitation letter lovingly. “Olivia?” Doris frowned.

help but tug at Bettany’s sleeve and

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second sister?”

between Olivia and your family? She told me that she’s only staying at

a little flustered. She stuttered, “Well, I can’t say for sure. Actually, I

Bettany didn’t continue

painting she brought over and was a little embarrassed. “Doris, can you help me take a look? You know, I learned how to draw

Doris would definitely not waste time

But…

landed on the invitation letter. Her eyes gradually

take the painting from Bettany’s hand. Doris’s hand that was holding the painting suddenly froze when her gaze landed on the oil painting. This painting… The concept of this painting was actually very similar to the one she was painting now. The difference was

the painting so tightly that her

looking at

composition and color of this painting far exceeded

had already shocked her enough. She

How did that happen?

learn how to paint

had suffered a deep blow and could not muster any

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

Bettany nodded. Then, she looked at Doris with concern and said in a worried tone, “Doris, you don’t look too

forced a smile. “Yes, I’ve been drawing recently. I

and

up the painting Smoke in Village and

another one

awkward and was not

more Doris looked at it, the angrier she became. In the end, she tore off the

be inferior to

her head

He was like a resentful husband who had been abandoned by

was unhappy all

had been secretly criticizing him, saying

he had a smart

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warm exterior of

Ellis to

quiet out of fear that they would anger the CEO who had premature menopause, and be

the CEO’s office was as obedient

even vent his anger. He could only

really sad,

to be hypnotized. He knew it very clearly from the beginning to the end. Olivia felt that he was her boyfriend and had the right to

did not agree to Olivia taking

not dare

were able to manipulate

front of Olivia, he was

comparison was too

depressed Daniel returned home every day

was

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had always been afraid to tell Olivia

when his relationship with Olivia deepened, or after they got married, he would slowly tell her that Andrew was

was afraid that Olivia would snatch Andrew

she knew that Andrew was her child, she would definitely fight with him for custody

could Daniel

not bear to

Olivia to watch many idol dramas

until she was almost half dead and

time, Daniel felt that television dramas and novels were all fake. The male lead did not

lead, how could he

even if Olivia frowned

die in

he returned home at night,

he sensed that Daniel had come in. he immediately

pretending

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

Olivia?

eyes widened. He suddenly lifted the blanket and called out,

Daniel was so mean.

the doorknob

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

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

not dreaming. He argued, “I

can you be sure that you’re not dreaming? I

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

in front of his chest. His lazy look

Daniel for

if a smart child panicked for a moment, he

knew that Daniel must have found him

he realized that he had been discovered, he immediately turned around and took out the iPad

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

the floor, so the iPad didn’t break when it fell

moment.

the iPad. He

for a

Andrew quickly climbed out of bed and hugged Daniel’s

we discussed about it before. How should I punish you if

head and said pitifully, “Spank

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

forward and hugged Daniel’s thigh.

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

this pair of eyes, Daniel could not bring himself

ask Andrew to make a promise with a

Daniel returned to his room, he felt sad when he saw the

heartache of not having

was

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

He raised Andrew alone.

Olivia had actually lost her

phone and slowly typed

words and described how he found Andrew playing with

blanket.

discipline and that he was tired because

Olivia could

after he posted it,

It was Olivia!

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

he finally dialed Olivia’s

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

she

flipped through it. Coincidentally, she saw the Facebook status of Daniel. Her fingertips slipped and she

actions preceded

took her a moment to realize

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been afraid to tell Olivia that Andrew was

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

was because he was afraid that Olivia would snatch

that Andrew was her child, she would definitely

Daniel beat

bear to compete with

accompanied Olivia to

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

that television dramas and novels were all fake. The male lead did not love the female lead at

lead, how could he bear to snatch

to mention snatching Andrew from her, even

would rather die in pain than make Olivia

home at night,

When he sensed that Daniel had come in, he immediately lay down and

was actually pretending to be

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

Olivia?

suddenly lifted the blanket and called out,

Daniel was so mean.

and turned the doorknob with his

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

chubby son with his fingertips. Andrew fell to bed. Then, he covered Andrew

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

be sure that you’re not dreaming?

less about pretending. “Daddy, I didn’t sleep just

crossed his arms in front of his chest. His lazy look was

for a long time

if a smart child panicked for a moment, he would

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she originally wanted to give him a surprise,

she was feeling

neither of them spoke.

was

could almost imagine the color of Olivia’s

liked to put on makeup, but her lips were red and seductive, like the deepest color

must be

her lips, and the

tightened, and his right hand gripped

Olivia was right in front of him, he would definitely not be able to control himself. He would hold her under his

low and sexy voice came out of his throat.

She could barely suppress the

“Daniel.”

them did not speak. They just

joy and longing spread along

the front passenger seat, looked at each other

Ha–ha!

Daniel. She had never liked someone

Daniel, she was not

for Andrew, Olivia wouldn’t have wanted

as time passed, Olivia liked him

and more pleasing

good–looking, obedient, and understanding? His occasional pride was like

Daniel was exactly what she liked. She was fond of everything

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had

Daniel had bad intentions.

I’ll pick

ten o’clock at night now. I still have about two hours

and chuckled. “Is it

Olivia was speechless.

quickly found a reason that Olivia could not refuse. “Andrew missed you.

she instantly became nervous. Indeed, she had forgotten

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

she heard that he had cried, her heart immediately ached. She agreed immediately. “Alright,

the door open for you.” Daniel smiled like a spring breeze. He was

happening, Daniel even

voice message. It would be best if he cried

and his

to see Olivia when he woke up in the morning, so he

looked up at Daniel. “I can’t

reminded him, “Do you remember what you

Daniel with dissatisfaction. “It has been a

behind my back. I haven’t punished you yet. I’ll punish you by not allowing you to play with the iPad for a

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

eye, Daniel pressed the

said in a satisfied tone, “Look, you cried

Andrew was speechless.

father

Andrew’s cries, Olivia’s heart

Sullivan family to Tyson and

it was already midnight. Andrew had already gone to bed. Olivia tiptoed into the house and glanced at Andrew. Only

Sullivan family had exactly two guest rooms. Tyson

room.

really tired and prepared to take

taking a shower when she heard

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

milk.

smiled. “Thank you. Leave it for now. It’s not convenient

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

“The door’s locked.”

ready. “I got the spare

Olivia was speechless.

seemed to

nodded.

open and entered. He first looked

shower. The sound of water seemed to drench

was warm and

Daniel was tempted.

didn’t even have any sexual

been holding it in for so

were many bad intentions in men who

bathroom in a bath towel after taking a shower, she

at her innocently. “What should we do? The bed is

Daniel. She raised her beautiful chin and

over and pressed Olivia against

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

hung

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

his eyes. “Of course…

Olivia and threw her onto the

blank for a moment. She blinked and before

gave her

Hmm…

woke up

she opened her eyes, it was almost 11

had already gone

Olivia rubbed her forehead and could not help but kick

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did not see

you blaming me?” Daniel flipped over and pressed her down. His voice was low as he blew into her

almost one in the afternoon

were still Tyson, Peter, and two nannies at

anyone.

announcing to the world what she had done last night by getting up so late? She quietly went

into Tyson and Peter, who were watching television in the

eat. However, Daniel appeared at this moment and looked at her worriedly. “What’s

Shut up!

he would say something he shouldn’t. She quickly went forward

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

commotion was too loud. Tyson and Peter turned

Olivia throwing

them gasped and raised their thumbs at the same

cold and indifferent Miss Taylor was actually so passionate and

Olivia was speechless.

ashamed to face anyone. Her reputation had

enough, but Daniel acted as if he did not notice and carried her

explained to Tyson and Peter, “Olivia

Tyson and Peter nodded

head in Daniel’s arms

already so embarrassing. They could think whatever they

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and Daniel went to the

way, Daniel mentioned

met a young man named Noah who was

He has been

“He married early. He barely reached the legal age

is your opinion?” Daniel turned to look

have an opinion? Some people married

have one.”

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

Olivia frowned.

what he was

him

before she could, she heard his mellow deep voice just beside her ear. “Olivia, let’s

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

he said

Married?” Olivia repeated his words in

of what to answer for a

expect him to bring up this topic

she hesitated, trying to figure

your mind, we can get engaged

Engage?

took a

at Daniel and agreed.

that he was lost for words for

it! That was

person. He understood

read a lot of

if someone proposed to open the window, the proposal was very likely to

the exact

to engage, not to

up Andrew, the three of them went to

She felt that she had hurt Daniel, so she was very cooperative

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initiative

we need to think about it carefully?”

He had already taken off his jacket and was only wearing a white shirt. The cuffs

Olivia’s words, he

deep,

No need?

Olivia looked up,

eyes filled with

on the table and said,

fork paused in the air. She looked over in shock. “A week later? Isn’t

head. “This

indeed was, but wasn’t it a bit of a rush? Would they have the time to

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

said confidently. “I’ve prepared everything

phone and showed the photo

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

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

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

the rings had been customized. They

Daniel was talking excitedly.

around, he saw Olivia looking at him calmly with

heart skipped

thought to himself, “Oh no,

looked up and said slowly, “Is this your

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

closer to Olivia and whispered, “I really

saying that, he gave Andrew

his big eyes pitifully. “Olivia, don’t you want to marry

She held Andrew in her arms and shook him. Her

his face. “Then would you

head and kissed the little boy’s

Daniel was very productive.

announced the engagement to the world the

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Twitter: Dear Princess, I’ll see you

Sullivan Group’s subsidiaries reposted this Twitter and posted at the same

instantly, This tweet

news of the engagement of the richest man

the top of the trending

outlet was

be found in the financial column, entertainment

The netizens were dumbfounded.

idea what was going on. The news

that in the blink of an eye, the richest man was engaged.

netizens were in an

he

anyone know? I have

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

was also a link

it were all

a young age. She

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

by money? How dare you say that scientists are

netizens were arguing with

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

was not very intense, and

it. He did not want to see any arguments.

Hence…

their official account: “The Sullivan group will pay the bill for 100 people who retweeted the

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

“10,000 lucky netizens who retweeted

select 10,000 lucky netizens from those who retweeted, and the

dozens of Sullivan Group subsidiaries posted on

them.

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109 a boon

buy the who won and

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bund wh

Twitter “We will w00 by a wander will get a

100 yes the whadde

The nets went crazy

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on the Internet were in

countless

hoping to meet

legs bent. He lowered his

if nothing in the world

reached a particular message,

looked over. “What’s

low and slightly husky as he asked, “A group of old friends has extended an invitation. Should we go see them

in

playfully raised her hand to gently scratch Daniel’s chin as

Club was a place Daniel frequented during his youth. He used

things happened and he was busy with work, so he

been several years ago. Standing at the entrance once

club had become unfamiliar to

and their

at a glance who

never seen Daniel and Olivia but they could tell from the way they dressed

approach and extend a warm

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

gradual halt, his gaze languid as he cast a mild

His aura instantly rose.

curled his lips and smiled at the staff. “You

if his neck was stuck. He

door was suddenly knocked open

over from the corner

managers actually appeared at the same

club, one was male, named Steve Chandler and one was

them had always worked

they appeared together

The staff was dumbfounded!

hastened his pace and reached Daniel first. He bowed and apologized, “Mr.

Vivian also came over.

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not assertive.

to her, and women felt no envy

and, rather than addressing Daniel first, she turned her gentle gaze to Olivia and inquired with a soft tone, “Mrs.

was familiar with her. Notably, she didn’t refer to her as

she called

and

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

“Yes,” Daniel replied.

and introduced them along the way. “Mr. Sheeran has booked Room 8888 on the third floor.

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

Olivia to the restroom. He then directed Daniel

room.

he would turn back to

to dwell on minor inconveniences. She

that, she followed the waitress to the

sticky and its presence on her shoes was quite irksome to Olivia. Olivia wanted to wipe it clean as soon

said she was going to get

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

out of

hallways on either side, Olivia

place looked too similar. It was easy to get

out her phone

she opened her handbag, a red wine

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

he spoke, he pushed her into an unfamiliar

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

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

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

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

a knowing

The middle–aged man chuckled.

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

reply, the middle–aged man

guest. Young lady, you’re playing

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

and surrounded Olivia from several directions as

the private room were dim, and

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

was clearly getting

it for the last time,

man arched his eyebrows and jeered, “Once you’ve stepped through this door, regardless

was about to pounce

expression was still nonchalant, but there was a hint of red at the

It was scarlet red.

to the side and dodged

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

was made of glass, and so were the

impact, the wine bottle instantly shattered, and wine sprayed everywhere

splatter of wine and the sudden

the timid ones

astonishment, their

wrist, her tone icy. “I told you, you’ve got the

ignored the shocked crowd and walked

couldn’t unlock it herself, so she turned

supervisor shivered and didn’t

and her expression

waste her time on these people. She picked

Bam!

Crash!

door was smashed into

deftly despite the shards

a group of people remained frozen in

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After Olivia left.

room opened

cotton linen and wore a silk shirt. The

blurry. Her face could not be

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

woman glanced over indifferently and did

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

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

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

hurriedly promised, “Don’t worry, Ms. Manson. I’ll go to the surveillance

“Go,” the woman said.

left as

Fracha Club’s guild hall was quite intriguing. On the expansive third floor, there were only four private rooms. In addition to 8888, the room Daniel had entered, and 6666, the one Olivia was ushered into by the head waiter,

specifically guiding the way, it would be impossible

had its own

it would

rooms to meet.

This was interesting.

were isolated from each other, how did Olivia end

skepticism and pressed the button on the wall, signaling

private room was noisy as if people inside were playing

seated in the center of the gathering, clutching a hand of cards. His demeanor appeared nonchalant, yet his regal presence set him apart, almost as if he were a wanderer amidst the throng.

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

next to Daniel instantly stood up and tactfully gave up his

was about to stand up, his shoulders suddenly felt

slender and fair palm pressed down

her petite visage and cast a quick glance at Olivia. “No, no,” she chimed in. “Today, it’s

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across from her and clearing a spot.

nose at Daniel and offered him a charming smile. “Daniel, I’m

“Yes, yes,

at Daniel and frowned. He took a piece of

palm firmly on the man

in a dilemma, not knowing if

  1. up.

at Sarah and scolded

end, he still stood up to smooth things over. “Alright, alright, alright. Let’s take this opportunity to make

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

Olivia sat opposite Daniel.

better, they would have thought that she was the one getting

pile of poker cards, she

could

lie detector. Michael pulled her to her seat and said helplessly, “Oh my, that’s

Daniel also looked over.

gaze appeared remarkably serene, devoid of any discernible fluctuations, yet it exuded

chill.

instantly felt a chill down her spine

still pouted and appeared reluctant. “Fine, we can skip the lie detector, but we must

that, she threw the poker card to

he could discern the identity of

with one hand supporting

seemed to be

years. She remembered that the last time she played cards was seven years ago. It was during Christmas, and the family of four had gathered

Olivia had always won.

the end, the three of them team

Olivia nodded and agreed.

still

the cards and looked at them repeatedly. He suspected that Olivia had

was also very sad. He said, “I won’t play

came true. They had

dealt the cards said the rules of the game, “The person who gets the Ace of Spades loses. They have to choose

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Billionaires Missing Darling

while others emerged victorious. Whether it was opting for truth or dare, they

five rounds of the game, the dealer, who was a waiter, displayed subtle signs of nervousness. This time, Daniel got the Ace of

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

let me ask you something. I’m serious. If Winona hadn’t gone

Michael pulled her and lowered his voice. “What are you doing? It was ages ago. Mrs.

“That’s

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

with her fingertips. Her gaze was indifferent,

wanted to provoke her

moment,

casual and meaningless as

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

“Winona

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He went too far. How could he pretend

banged the

and her tone was

angry that she lost control of her emotions for

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

you

realize

the end, she managed to control her

Daniel was no longer

Daniel with great respect, being

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

that Winona

of the privileged youth, seemingly

he wouldn’t have achieved

now taken by Olivia. That was

such an

was filled with

and left

to Winona’s departure, Daniel had matured and

he showered Olivia with all his

the matter, the deeper her sense of

and she had been childhood friends, sharing countless memorable

that, they

when they met Winona, a wealthy young

stood apart from the rest. Despite her affluent upbringing, she had never

in the realm of oil

beauty, nobility, and grace from the altar to join the cluster of less

those days, Daniel

friendship, Sarah couldn’t help but feel that Daniel wasn’t quite up to Winona’s

was merely a wealthy youngster. Plus, with

family fortune. Therefore, it was no surprise that Sarah considered

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make a wager with him, insisting that he would never be able to measure up to Winona.

result far exceeded

made it. He successfully made Winona

that her eyes nearly bulged out

hope that Daniel could have a

was riddled with bad habits, and Winona had to endure a lot with

relished having a good time

matter how many times Winona advised him, it was futile. He remained consistently careless.

up.

profound emotional blow, causing him to disappear from

he came back, he became a different

his family’s business, Daniel went on to establish

gave

eventually catapulted him to the pinnacle of wealth, making him the most affluent

this was motivated by

these years, although Daniel had a child, he had never had any other women by his side. He did not even have

thought that he had

be waiting for

to her great surprise, he

clenched her teeth

of helplessness, “Come on. let’s stop

lowered her head

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

that, she picked up a glass of red wine and

coughed a

“Daniel, to celebrate your engagement with Olivia, we’ve prepared a masquerade ball. Let’s

she stood up and made way for Daniel to come over

while, he

was puzzled and looked over

poked

get up

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

not react

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Daniel was doing, he

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

stunned, and

“Yes.” Olivia nodded.

nearly a month of hypnosis, she was mentally

she didn’t intend to focus on studying or working during this period. Her plan was to take it

Olivia also liked having fun and was skilled in various

being pushed off the cliff by

and devoted all her energy to learning and

and Gillian

begin to gradually open her heart and revert to

was on

first. The men were all wearing the same tuxedo, and the women were wearing

was

and Emily brought Olivia to

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

her eyes and glanced at

“Don’t worry, they’re all new

went to the changing room to

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

calmly, “It’s my first time

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

hadn’t even visited 2046

rich man and woman had been to

actually Olivia’s first time

in front of the mirror and glanced at

were

Daniel got

was far inferior

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after changing her clothes. The blue fishtail dress

golden lipstick tube back and turned to

she wanted to

landed on Olivia,

a cliché dress

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

the human body, promoting one’s strengths and hiding one’s weaknesses,

highlighted flaws. Even if a Victoria’s Secret supermodel were to wear

had carefully chosen this set for

and every decoration was extremely

uglier on a

herself and did not expect to be stunned. “Oh my god. Now that she put it on, the dress feels

Sarah, who was in the other changing room, did not hear the commotion outside. Listening around, she couldn’t help

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

the mirror, Sarah smiled

wearing was tailored by a

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

to show off in front of Olivia, making her

Winona!” she thought. With that in mind, Sarah puffed out her chest, raised her chin, and walked out with

determined to crush her in

raised her

sudden, her

this be?”

Sarah’s expression cracked.

been reborn. There

as they met, Sarah was almost crushed

as she stared at Olivia’s

Emily pushed her arm and reminded her quietly. Otherwise, Sarah might lose

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“Ramirez, that big liar!

say that this dress is the ugliest in the world? Why is

“Ahhhhh!” she screamed inside.

was about

was more stable than her. She pinched her finger hard and looked at Olivia with an

say next.

took the wrong dress. It belongs

belongs to someone else. Ms.

say anything. Instead, she lowered her eyebrows, unwilling to agree or

don’t tell me you want to take someone else’s dress for yourself. You’re Mr. Sullivan’s fiancée. You can’t be so petty as to not even

on purpose to provoke Olivia so that she had

wouldn’t be good if word got out

and glanced at Emily indifferently before smiling. “Whose dress is this?

Emily was stumped.

dress?” she thought while turning around

said directly, “This dress

I like this dress very much. I really do

really like this dress?”

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

so Sarah was certain

“Are you saying you want to

Sarah nodded. “Yes.”

Olivia frowned slightly. “But I’ve

this

Emily nodded cooperatively.

this dress so much that Olivia had no choice but

end, there was

had already nodded.

Emily looked at each other and saw the surprise in

to be so easy

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

retracted her gaze, not

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inside.

few glances before retracting her

handed

said calmly, “Go

took the clothes to

she didn’t want to wear the clothes that Olivia had

not a loss to wear it, and

outcome.

of this, Sarah was really a little

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

everything on, she looked

in the mirror, she felt as though her shoulders were too low, her waist

scalp went numb as

the fuck is

was so ugly that

I will be mocked

face. As her fingers trembled, she tried to pull up the zipper under her armpit. The moment she placed her hands

and slender arm reached

the curtain of

exposed in front of

to take

expression completely

“What the fuck…

this ugly

right leg on her left leg. Her fair feet floated

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

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Sarah’s face darkened.

and looked at Olivia.

already taken off her shawl, revealing her sapphire blue fishtail

in it. It was even

at this point that Sarah

She had

hideous. The anger in her heart was

as it was about to burst out, she

a deep breath to

surprised and

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

her eyebrows and tapped a finger on her

be something

Taylor, let’s go over quickly. The ball has already begun.” Emily was afraid that Sarah would not be able to control her temper, so she hurriedly stood between

As she spoke, she handed Olivia a vampire

and the three of them

people dancing at the ball. Amidst the crowd, in the middle of

she said, “Let’s walk further and see where Daniel and

and walked

ball. In just a blink of an eye, Emily disappeared

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

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

a dozen couples dancing on the dance

music changed and the tempo increased, there were gradually people who could not keep up and had to walk

man and

away from the center. Everyone was wearing the same clothes and masks. It was impossible to tell who was

the couple in the middle

man stood tall

hair was tied into a bun on the

a lady from centuries

the surrounding people couldn’t

heard the people beside her sigh. “What

heaven.”

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so compatible

you agree?” someone

talk to

“Why aren’t you saying anything? Don’t you think the people in

Are they compatible?

and did not

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

and wanted

originally standing quietly suddenly surged and

stopped Olivia in her

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

a beautiful and

of surprise flashed in

lips, and smiled lightly at Daniel. “Why?

and distanced himself from Winona. His tone was less friendly than

saying that, he immediately turned around and scanned the

knew that he was looking for her and waved

stern face instantly melted and was

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

Olivia and said gently, “Hello. My name is

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

glanced

a

gaze, Winona

open and natural. “Don’t misunderstand. Daniel and I are old friends. We

deliberately patted Daniel on the shoulder and nudged him with her elbow. She said in a teasing

Good buddies?

Olivia frowned.

leaned in

to Winona and said in an extremely distant

eyes flashed

just an ex–girlfriend.

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hand

left standing on the spot alone. Her gaze grew profound and a trace

her eyes.

so long, everyone was

on the second floor, and Michael

went over

to the

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

came from outside. “Daniel went a little overboard today.

Emily

and felt that Daniel

much of a reaction. She

why aren’t you saying anything?” Sarah looked

pancake and

her feet in anger. “Why aren’t

need?” Emily snorted softly. “I think you’re stupid. Didn’t you realize that Olivia is very similar

Sarah was stunned.

same hair length, and the

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

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

said in exasperation, ‘Olivia is just

time, Olivia still stood in the cubicle

had believed Emily and Sarah’s words. They clearly knew that she had gone to the washroom, but they came here to

had clearly said this on purpose for her to

was so

act, but her heart was still filled with jealousy. It felt like fine needles

that

Daniel like

suddenly broken through the floodgates. There was no prior

did he

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that she shouldn’t doubt

knew how those who had once loved her to the core could change overnight and turn against her, sparing no

Olivia suddenly felt uncertain.

who was like a sister to her, would push her off the cliff, was there really such an emotion in the world that would

for Olivia to place her trust

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dishes prepared by Michael

grilled fish. She had always been fond of

the more

piece for Daniel. She spoke as she placed it

that was covered with a red

why he wasn’t eating it when Winona, who was sitting on

eats

asked calmly, “Ms. Taylor, don’t tell me

grip on her fork with a stunned

didn’t know that Daniel didn’t like

don’t even

familiar and natural, as though she knew Daniel very well. “Daniel has always been afraid of spicy food. In the past, when we went out to eat, he didn’t touch spicy

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

yes,” Sarah chimed in. “Daniel never eats spicy food. Whenever we used to eat out together, the table would be full of dishes, but there would not be

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

few of them

talking about their youth, discussing

that had nothing

with

only she had met Daniel

to his feet and intended to move

complained, “Michael, why did you order so many spicy dishes?

that he was muddle–headed and

spicy dishes were not ordered by him at

still curious as to why Sarah

Now, he finally understood.

that Sarah had planted a

Michael sighed inwardly.

were really

raised his head and glanced at Olivia.

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was a new star in the science arena. He heard that her family background was not bad either. She was

Olivia would really

Unfortunately, Winona had returned.

Winona. She didn’t even know that Daniel didn’t like spicy food and

What a silly girl.

Daniel would definitely be angry and throw a temper

his head, unable to

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

her

plate was very clean. It only had a few

Hot

her plate with Daniel’s very naturally, as

slammed her forks on

before Olivia could speak, Daniel

fish on his plate and said in a puzzled tone,

he slowly ate the spicy grilled fish bite by

in shock, especially Michael, whose eyes were about to

Daniel was actually eating

She could barely maintain her composure as she stared at him in a daze. “D–Daniel, when did you

only met a few times and eaten a few times. Don’t pretend

Daniel even moved to the

that he was not familiar with Winona at

not

happy. He moved his fork quickly and ate a few

He ate at least a serving or two of each of those dishes. He even bit into

down the hand that

put

let him eat it, he would not

took a sip of

to everyone, “I’m going out

left, a strange silence descended across

widened their eyes and

eyes were

heavens! Daniel really ate spicy food. He even ate half a plate of

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It was impressive!

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

more

that Daniel did not eat spicy food and did not even want to smell

words, Daniel could

he finished half

life to barely maintain her indifferent attitude.

table, clenched into a fist

Daniel!

actually eaten so much spice in order to go

at her for leaving without saying

but

help but tear

much must he love

her just as profoundly. He must have loved her

Olivia sat there for a long time and realized that Daniel was still not

walked along the corridor and finally found him by the sinks

when

red, as though

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

realized this, Olivia was angry and

food, you shouldn’t

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

shook his head firmly. “I want to do it for you. I can’t let you down, not in front of the others.” Olivia fell

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Olivia’s shoulder and rubbed

kitten tickling and teasing

first, Olivia did not pay much attention to what he was doing. She thought that it was an accident, but

and suddenly narrowed

develop his

movement from her, he understood

had

eyes instantly

pitiful, like a big puppy wagging its tail

deliberately turned to look at Olivia

been soft–hearted. When she saw this, her heart instantly

hurt?” She

hurt his stomach after

his head.

raised

where did

lips. His voice sounded sexy, as though

Olivia stared at him.

really wanted to push him off

tighter. “Oh no!

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

in such a tone. He looked up and glanced at

he felt even

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

Olivia’s neck and whispered, “Olivia, let’s go

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people feel uncomfortable, they can’t help but want to rest and sleep.” After saying that, he even looked at Olivia resentfully. “To think that you know medicine.

so saddening!” He turned his head abruptly, looking

a moment, Olivia did not react. She did not come to coax him

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he still found a way

to find another topic. “Let’s go home. Andrew must

stood rooted to the ground and

nervous. His heart

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

leave me behind!” he

last two sentences. He suppressed them in his

reaction was too drastic. It

and patted his handsome face. Her voice was slightly bewildered.

though he had woken up from a

eyes stared straight at Olivia, as though he

There was an urge in him that demanded they become one and

voice was low. “Don’t be angry with me. If I do anything wrong, tell me. You must tell me! Don’t hold it in and leave me without a word,

never seen such a fragile Daniel before. Her heart

said gently, “Why would I leave you?

Daniel was

the day in a low and mellow voice. “That Winona was my classmate in university. At that time, we did spend some time together, but

lowered his head and rubbed his forehead against Olivia’s head. His tone was gentle, seemingly able to move a person’s heart. “Olivia, don’t be fooled by them, and don’t care about

Daniel did not give Olivia any chance to misunderstand what was going

to sow discord between him and Olivia had better scram as soon.

out about it, he would definitely

didn’t react in time,” Daniel explained seriously. “At first, I didn’t react, but later, I recognized that it

her.

companion. Moreover, there were too many people on the dance floor

was he a saint. He was clear about right and wrong

couldn’t do something that would hurt an unfamiliar female

explaining about Winona,

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tilted his head and rubbed against Olivia’s delicate face. He explained gently, “Sarah is a little

know she’s not a good person, but her grandmother is really

without a home when he

his uncle, who was seven years

an abandoned child. His parents did not dote on him and they

him to his uncle.

his biological parents thought

was too naughty and useless. The Sullivan family would be handed over

go home, so he went to the Anderson family’s residence to

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

to

of this. If they don’t love you, you can love yourself. If they don’t give

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

must not do as they

He was very eloquent and knew how to

completely taken in by what

moment, she suddenly understood

to Sarah.

fool. “What are you talking about? That’s not what I meant

did

was a little

with Sarah in the future, don’t be obvious about it. Do it

that will make things difficult for

Olivia stared at him.

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

had given him so much face that he bullied her like

on Twitter, she knew that Daniel

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good understanding

preferred a simplé engagement ceremony

and that was to capture her attention. He wanted to force her to come

had returned from overseas

that he had a bad temper. He definitely hated her for

Before Winona returned to

had already made up her mind to endure everything and do her best to appease

had

with another woman and hadn’t returned

longer indulge him like this. She

he continued to ignore her and tried to provoke her in this

any longer, so she

chased after her. “Winona,

were cold, and her face was covered with frost. “Sarah, go and tell Daniel that

she left

came out of the restaurant and happened to see Winona’s departing figure. She looked

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

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

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

he finally got what he wanted and

tantrum and deliberately embarrassed Winona, driving her away in anger.

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

angry.” Sarah stomped her feet hard. “If it weren’t for Grandma, I wouldn’t have bothered with him. I’ll let him suffer alone for

anymore.” Emily comforted Sarah and pulled her back to

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

and Emily returning, he

snorted. “It’s all Daniel’s fault. He’s getting more and

talking about?” Gideon

“You men are just thick–headed. You can’t even tell. Daniel is deliberately trying to provoke Winona. Didn’t you notice that Olivia looks very similar to Winona?” “Look similar to her?” Gideon frowned and looked at

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

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

so?” Gideon didn’t see it, but Sarah was sure

she had never seen any women around Daniel, and Olivia just

he might be doing it

remained silent. He had a lingering sense that

disappeared without a trace since his arrest. Emma was in

had

lacking in energy, and spending as much as

but none of them could

common advice was for Amelia to relax

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

believe it. He felt

Olivia’s engagement spread, William asked the servants to keep an eye on Amelia to prevent her

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 Olivia is doing

her parents and everyone around

her eyes were red and her heart filled with

to her excessive agitation, after her

woke up

but they were all helpless against

together. Even Maddie was here, they were all thinking of

we go overseas?” Cathy held Amelia’s hand as

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head. “It’s useless. I’ve already invited the top medical team overseas to take a look, but they

do then?”

the bedroom, dressing in the same suit as usual. Only his tie with

hand in his pocket, he tugged at his tie with the

but his aura was calm and

straight at Maddie. Maddie’s heart skipped a

as

gripped everyone, and even Cathy, who was most concerned about

trembling voice, “Will she help us now that we’ve reached this point?

“I will do my best to save my mother,

turned stern, carrying an irresistible might, “So, you all should not

he reached out his hand toward Maddie and

looked at

health, William had not rested for a few

nephew had endured too much, with the entire Taylor family’s

father, and his mentally ill mother, and deal with complicated

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

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

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

and had things

were the ones who had

did not actually do anything. At

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

these children could get

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

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

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.

too much. He carried the

phone,

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in the middle of drawing with Andrew when she

too much and answered the

she picked it up, she realized that

slightly

person was very responsible, shrewd, and quite

that she and the Taylor family had reached this point, there was absolutely no room for

important, he would

why did

to answer the phone, leaving her right

was not entirely focused on

Taylor.” William’s tone was very polite. “I’m sorry to disturb

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

breath and looked out of the window into the distance. After a while, he said calmly, “Ms. Taylor,

“Yeah,” she replied.

to the Taylor family, and there was a conflict between my mother and Grandpa Isaac, who

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

green spot slowly turned

He clapped his hands

and kissed the little guy on the forehead and whispered, “Would you like to go upstairs

obediently nodded and ran upstairs with

the little turtle and

Olivia drew for

Andrew left, Olivia returned to her senses and continued

understood William’s

to show that if it were her when a conflict arises between giving birth to goodness and nurturing goodness, she would tend to favor

were a

just as each of the five fingers had its own length, let alone a child who

and exchange of emotions,

leaning towards Grandpa Isaac. He raised me and doted on

made this choice, it means that human nature is like this. Therefore, our mother’s choice is not wrong. She just dotes on the child by her side more.

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with that?”

Olivia nodded. “Actually, I’ve never

was a very rational person. From the beginning to the end, she never blamed Amelia for being biased. She could even accept that her mother

she couldn’t accept that her

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

She doesn’t love me enough, and I don’t love her enough. That’s fair. But what right does she have to hurt me wantonly just because

what right does she have to ask me to give in?

this point, Olivia raised her voice and said in an extremely fierce tone, “The first time, when Emma tried to have someone insult me, it

it because she gave birth to me, so

to side with Emma, she would find a way to seek reconciliation, offer money

is she so arrogant when it comes to me? Is

paused for a moment and continued, “Also, she helped Emma frame me, slander my reputation, and even wanted to

Taylor family is, they can’t surpass

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

coldly. “It’s you who went all out and told me that human nature is

would not take

that human nature is so base that it

to ask, if she hurt someone else, at random stranger in the world,

daughter, does that mean I have to forgive her

and resonant. They were

his heart

Olivia to hate them

trembled violently. He knew that every

saw Amelia lying unconscious

he

you think the favor should

hearing this, Olivia suddenly wanted to laugh. “William, are you never–ending

you to surrender and stay in the Taylor family for five days and five nights, but

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has already paid the

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

Twitter. Dad was the mastermind behind it and has already received the punishment he deserves, while Mom was at best knowing

Olivia was silent.

I just want to tell you the whole story. I want to tell you what Mom has

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

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

crazy looking for you. The pain of losing her daughter made her suffer to the bone. She had

lot of wrong things and hurt you. I won’t hide this because this is the truth,

love you for five years,” William

to force you. You can decide for yourself if you

hung up

relationship with Amelia Taylor for several months because of the previous mistake

the Smith family, Olivia Taylor, is

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and helping the injured. She

a conscience, and the Smith family was

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

family hospital began to create accounts on various social networks, including Twitter, public accounts, short

were like flowers blooming after

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

had never come into contact with the Smith family widened

They couldn’t believe it.

was actually such

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

all left s

my god, oh my god, I’m so excited that I can’t sleep. There’s really a medical family in our country.” “That’s right, that’s right. I didn’t know

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medical team from Bruce Hospital in Fesmuowana is

from Dunwall

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

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

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

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

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

television dramas aren’t this

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the phone, William held the phone and

he said he would

and the favor owed to manipulate her, despite the fact that outside newspapers

people

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

character and may

over the Smith family not long

was ruthless and heartless, refusing to save a family member, it would cause

Olivia was really cold–hearted toward the Taylor family and did not care about

Olivia would agree to

The Sullivan family.

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

and sat beside

Olivia’s conversation on the phone

suffered, Daniel felt terrible from the

felt a sour

any longer, tears were

person who was not afraid at all, no matter how grievous

thought of Olivia suffering made his heart ache

knife wound to himself, but he

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

I’ll be with you forever.” Andrew ran over from upstairs

looked up with

her head and touched the little guy’s forehead. Her tone was gentle. “Andrew, you must keep your word. You have to

Andrew said, making his agreement clear with a firm

over and brought Andrew upstairs to do

knew that she must be feeling terrible at

be afraid. I’ll go to the Taylor

everything

said, “What are you talking about? Who said I’m

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It took him a long time to

Her tone was calm, neither fast nor slow, yet it carried a coldness that was like wind and thunder. “Do you think I’ve completely given up on the Taylor family and don’t care about Amelia

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

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

looked up at Daniel. “What about you? Do you

said firmly, “I will always stand

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

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

young. No matter what

a skill with difficulty, she could learn ten or even a hundred skills with ease. She also knew how to plot and scheme,

phone call to interrogate her about her humanity would provoke her

a person who could be persuaded

and respectfully, she might be more

chose the method

She had her own way of doing

Amelia or not, she

could

in a large and

paper:

“Smith family”

looked up and a cold light flashed in her clear

good opportunity and time for the Smith

a few calls and passed

all over the world set off for the Hushe Republic

the same time, news began

head of the Smith family used the Smith family’s connections to invite famous doctors from all

the Taylor family by blood, she has shared a mother–daughter relationship with Amelia Taylor for several months because of

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

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

Olivia for having a conscience, and the Smith family was hailed as a model in the medical

in front of the world, no

social networks, including Twitter, public accounts, short

flowers blooming

few days, the Smith family’s reputation resounded

people who had never come into contact with the Smith family

They couldn’t believe it.

such an ancient medical family in

in novels.

all left s on

a medical family in

you all seen

top medical team from Bruce Hospital

top cardiovascular specialists‘ team from Dunwall is

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

Who is this the Smith family? They can actually invite so many big

who won the Lasker Award. So, she’s the head

the name Olivia Taylor sounds a little familiar? I feel

“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

television dramas aren’t this

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immediately became a hot topic. Those who lived nearby and

eyes, the Smith family hospital was just an

acupuncture, and there was an elderly traditional doctor

that Isaac Smith was

on Twitter were filled with

an appointment 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

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

them. It’s not

already so powerful, but he still stays in a small place

respectable

heard that Doctor Smith had a heart attack and turned into a vegetative state. How could such a

Doctor Smith

Smith wakes

into prayers for Isaac to

prayed silently in her heart, “Grandpa, did you hear that? Everyone is looking forward to you waking

family had reappeared, Olivia was also becoming

research institute was very worried

due to gender differences, it was not convenient for

legitimate identity, who won’t raise

will arrive in an hour.” Peter handed over a file at the same time. “This is

attention to it. She did not even open the

nearly dropped

composure.

How is it

The charming girl went to Olivia’s side and hugged her arm

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you so

tone was filled with

in school? Why are

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

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

could she enter the

was

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

wife of this couple had a good character, but she was weak

for what happened next, Olivia

said that

At that time, Kelly’s mother had brought her to the

only eight years old, but she already

was wrong, so she taught the little girl to

suspicious. She told the

Unexpectedly, it really worked.

Sebastian family, her mother was not at home. The little girl

the little girl was not injured, Olivia walked towards the

the man lying on

the situation, she sent the little girl to the research

was worried that the little girl would be traumatized after such a big incident, so she sent her to the psychiatrist to

Kelly had a very high IQ but

was still too

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

very disadvantageous for

but her body was already filled with a sense of lifelessness. She had no

research institute to communicate with Kelly and

“What’s the use of learning skills?

skills, you can protect me and

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forever.

hard to learn skills, protect

forever.

symbolized a new life, full of vigor and vitality. Due to Kelly’s special experience, Olivia disapproved of her entering the entertainment industry. The entertainment industry was too complex. Olivia hoped that she could find a stable job. Olivia sat on the sofa, and the joy of seeing Kelly had disappeared, leaving only coldness. Seeing this, Kelly did not dare to act coquettishly. She let go of Olivia

I’m already 18 years old and I’m an adult. You said that when

for a moment. Her eyes gradually

this world, everyone was independent. No one

even in the name

entertainment industry,

able to protect

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Taylor family, along with William,

been staying by Amelia’s bedside without sleep. His phone had been full of

Maddie’s phone was in his

than three days,

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

knew that William was waiting for Olivia to

the world–famous doctors gathered around the Hushe Republic, Maddie

would be angry at William’s coercion and moral pressure,

and took this opportunity to make the Smith family reappear

but in Olivia’s hands, it turned into an

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

Olivia actually possessed such a wide range

all set off at the same time due to a single statement

his shoulder. “Don’t wait any

to look at Maddie.

a page and handed it to William. “Take a

he received the phone and saw the messages on

around and looked at Maddie fixedly. When he spoke, his

This…”

was calm. “There’s already a medical team here.

“She… she’s really this heartless. How could

could finish speaking,

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

Cathy said with a

thing that she could not figure out. Why did

be directly passed down to the next generation and had to be learned through education and experience. Olivia was still so young, and her major in university was not medicine either. Was her medical skills really

ask you, is Olivia’s medical skill really that amazing? Can she truly save your

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asked.

eyes and said, “It was Isaac himself who said that

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

“There’s an 80%

nodded and turned

was stunned for a moment before quickly

found it unbelievable. She clenched her jaw hard to control her expression and said,

was serious. After a while, she said, “No, I didn’t ask you

Maddie called out, “Olivia

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

her sister but it

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

still be a

could speak,

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

from the slap before she could barely

just lowered her eyes and covered

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

aunt whenever

William was born to Amelia, he sometimes

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

almost everything required Maddie’s

the chief manager of the

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

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

tone made

so harsh on

to do with

aunt when

It was Maddie’s hand.

said, “During the previous head inauguration ceremony of the Smith family, Olivia said that she would

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“Aunt, you mean to use this reason to have

Maddie nodded. “Yes.”

it possible?”

you were magnanimous, humble, and put on an attitude of seeking her medical treatment, she might have agreed to

looked down

an upright method, he chose to use

coercion.

someone as proud and powerful as Olivia be

William suddenly understood.

through, he suddenly thought of his aunt’s words

Instead, he called Blake Smith with a respectful tone and

Seeing this, Maddie smiled.

Cathy. After hearing Blake’s positive response and his assurance to

even look at

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had personally come from Layfield to tell

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

He said that

nodded.

did not say

the stool opposite Olivia. She

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

changed a lot after being hypnotized.

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

on the table and suddenly thought

were two people responsible for taking care of them. One of them was Blake and the other was

a little

Olivia and Gillian like her own daughters. She was very tolerant

Most of the time, it was Blake who took

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

and lively. She

remembered being very close to

later on, Zelen suddenly disappeared without a

ignored this person as if this person had

was stunned. Her pupils

“You remember now?”

and instantly tore off

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

about Zelen? Who is

hypnotize me

tone was calm, but Blake was

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

the table

the main family are very complicated. There are many things that I don’t know about. I only know a little. Every time the Smith family changes the head of the family, the previous head will personally

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longer. After a

After a while, she looked up and

Blake left, Daniel

behind Olivia and massaged her temples. His voice

in a low voice, “I hate

stopped massaging

her eyes and

panicked for a moment, but he quickly returned to normal. He lowered his head and kissed Olivia on the forehead.

always been very good. I remember everything after I was five years old. However, before I was five years old, my memories of the Taylor family before I was lost were vague. Everything

names, who my family was, and where

elite family like the Taylors would tell their daughter over and over again where her home was, who

could not re

Speaking of this, t

help but frown and continue, “All this while, I thought that I had forgotten because I was too young. And something unexpected happened. My instinctive protection mechanism was activated, so

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

Daniel was amazed. “Can

Olivia nodded. “the Wilco

a special

curious. “Are you so

too young. After the accident, it

undone the hypnosis. I remember everything before I

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

shook his head. “I

how to do it too?” This time, Daniel

studied a few hypnosis books and recalled Ernesto’s hypnosis

moment, Daniel didn’t know what to say. After a

you think?” Olivia answered with a question. “Hypnosis isn’t that difficult.

Olivia made sound easy.

He was afraid that if

he was still shocked by her intelligence from time to

was at a

still felt

he had to work harder. Otherwise, Olivia would

world could treat Amelia. No matter what test they ran or how they checked, they could not find

William called Blake again.

the phone to Olivia.

voice was filled with pain and begging. “Ms.

please.”

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

head of the Smith family. She no longer had

Taylor family

William’s

walked to the study window and looked at the layers of dark clouds in the distance. She nodded and agreed.

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go to the Taylor family herself.

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

that’s great. I’ll pick you up

while, Sophia realized that Olivia was coming over to treat Amelia’s

and thought to herself, “William is so anxious that he lost his mind. What

of person. Taking advantage of Mrs. Taylor’s illness, Olivia probably wanted some benefits

Olivia couldn’t do

to Cathy’s room and told Cathy that Olivia was

coming! That’s great. That’s great. Amelia could be saved.” Sophia pulled a long face and did

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

tell you. But I’m not sure if I should say

sofa and sized up Sophia. Then, Cathy frowned and said,

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

going on?”

side, and I know everything about the relationship between Olivia and Madam. Olivia is very dissatisfied with

Cathy frowned in disbelief.

were still biological mother and daughter. Moreover, although she had not seen Olivia many times, he did

and Madam is unconscious. Think about it. That’s

was shocked. She quickly calmed her down and poured her

frowned and said coldly, “You’re right.

“Then, are we still going to let Olivia treat

treat Amelia, and she has to

Olivia came with Kelly.

into a high ponytail at the back of

sexy and girly, but it added to

not help but

was shockingly

head and looked at him

frowned and subconsciously looked

looked away, Kelly’s charming

flame falling into the water.

Her thick dark eyelashes covered her eyes, as

at her palm and warned

time. She

could torture the people who had

of something, and a trace

Liam and Cathy were already waiting

sat in the middle of the living room with a walking stick in his hand.

turn in his direction for even a

choked on Olivia’s actions. He was surprised

he was embarrassed and

thought Olivia

charge of the Smith family. She also had connections with the Sullivan

like that young people were

had just

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

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

was

and beautiful, the man doted on her. When a better and more beautiful woman appeared, Olivia would

would be the most annoying old

Olivia would

and asked the butler to help him

did not care about

went down and came

didn’t care,

waited here for Olivia. Cathy could not

said, “Stop

did not stop walking and

take it anymore and

to Olivia, “Ms. Taylor,

of the stairs.

raise her head to see

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

against the armrest and tapped her fingertips on the circular

a sudden, Olivia grinned. “I’m trying to help you stay healthy.” “What do you mean?” Cathy

for

you look up.”

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

but she had no intention of

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

for a promise. Otherwise, what if Amelia’s

ease

shook her head honestly.

did not expect

if you can cure Amelia. If

you’re the one who harmed Amelia. Who knew what you wanted to do to

“What’s

and was about to

she walked, she said, “What kind of people would blame someone else every time bad things

suddenly looked up and stared

Cathy was so angry that her chest heaved violently,

more

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Olivia immediately walked outside.

or not Cathy wants me to treat

want everything their

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

don’t add to the trouble. Do you really

she had in mind. She looked at Olivia without

the second floor in Amelia’s room, Olivia examined Amelia’s body. She took out

skipped a beat as he looked at the box of silver needles. He felt a tingling

silver needles were really too long. They were

himself, “This thing won’t end up

raised his head and glanced at Olivia with

who could not take it anymore. She was scared out of her wits

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

he spoke, he carried Cathy

knocked on the door,

she could not help but exclaim, “Oh golly. Mrs. Green, Olivia is trying

a sharp pain in her chest and slumped to

Cathy back

to kill

family’s home. Sophia immediately

strode in with

is longer than a cup. It looks like a nail. Olivia took it and inserted

anger. He said, “Where’s William? He

“Mr. Ronald, you have no idea what happened. Mr.

as he ran up the

that? Mr. William will surely stop you. Plus, there

orders. What if he gets some servants to restrain

stopped in

“You’re right. This is the

mouth curled up, and he gave Sophia a relaxed

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

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

cold malice flashed

“Do you have any handy

of the stick she was about to mention, “A

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

rolling pin?” Sophia

is okay,” Ronald replied, his eyes lighting up.

get it.”

brought out a rolling pin. It was about the size of a forearm, and it was very

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

that, he concealed the rolling

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

over to open the door. He glanced at Ronald appraisingly and enjoined in

he nodded. “I’ll go in and take

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

right hand and fiercely struck

to himself, “Stupid girl. You want to hurt Amelia, huh? I’ll

a long–standing reputation in

him, William turned around. He then

hand, raised high and holding a wooden stick, moved fiercely

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

performed the acupuncture therapy, she had instructed that she could not be disturbed. This time, the acupuncture session was

William thought, “Oh crap!”

but

when he was in despair, Kelly suddenly stood in front

sneakers. Her movements were

been hit by a heavy hammer. He suddenly crashed

made of solid wood, but it was smashed into

for a moment. He then saw Ronald vomit a mouthful of blood and

and quickly

her arms. Standing in front of William, her tone was cold and

at

He thought to himself, “How could such a simple

not even 5 feet and 7 inches.

front of me. He’s really courting death! I show mercy this time. If he were to lay hands

gives in to all of you, but I

very quickly and carried Ronald

about the extent

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

He just

broken two ribs, William instinctively looked up and glanced at

so accurate. This girl said two broken

the

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,

“Medicine

He was surprised.

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

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

“Water,” she softly murmured.

consciousness, she was overjoyed. She immediately got up and quickly poured a glass of

Taylor, you’re finally awake!” she

down half a glass of water before she

me?” she

Olivia’s engagement. Her emotions had fluctuated intensely, and a wave of

somehow, her vision went dark,

not know anything

to her everything that had

unconscious.

help but ask, “Are you

nodded and said, “That’s right, but she’s particularly heartless. She didn’t want come save you at all. It took a lot of begging from Mr. William and agreeing to many conditions for her to finally come.” “Oh,” Amelia replied as she

longer as excited

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

waking up, am I so

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

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

have played a role in causing Emma to be

for Samuel, he didn’t act like a father at all. He actually resorted

even more difficult for me to accept is that I actually agreed

her forehead, wondering why she

not as important as Emma in Amelia’s heart. After all, Emma had been raised by her side for twenty years, and their

far as to hold extreme hatred

Emma.

she was somewhat abnormal as she often could

to gauge her

would come again, Amelia’s expression

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

she believed that

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

her eyes. She seemed to

opened her eyes again, her eyes

already

one side were Samuel and Emma, and

let

marital bond with Samuel. Although Samuel did not

of gossip. This situation applies not only to the four major families. It even applies to those men who are somewhat affluent. They will also have

and committed

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

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

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

be a more

my condition.

went to jail, Amelia could not bring herself to act as if nothing

was unfair

could not

up on Olivia, even though Olivia was once the

it. She merely looked at it in a daze. Daniel came in from outside. He was dressed in a soft grayish–white home

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

found that it was filled

very detailed, including the paternity test between Emma and Samuel as well as how Samuel and Evelyn got to know

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

and laughed, appearing to be a perfectly happy family. Those who did

Daniel said. After reading it, his initially languid gaze suddenly became profound like an endless starry sky,

very concerned about

this information would not be able to remain

biological parents showed no affection to her because of the daughter of her father’s mistress.

He hugged Olivia tightly. His tone was as gentle as a spring breeze in March as he said, “Olivia,

that the

do something more

he took out his phone and

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

“It’s Daddy!” he thought.

hurriedly ran to the door and asked Zoe in a childish voice, “Daddy went out, huh?”

thought, “He’s in the

understand. He’s at home,

he pushed open the door, Daniel waved at him.

paid no attention to his father. Instead, he immediately

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

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

a sweet–talking

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

“Sure,” Andrew replied loudly.

left alone

thought, “What’s going

left

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beside Olivia, keeping her head lowered as she looked at the documents in the

the window. Her gaze was indifferent, making it hard for anyone to discern

not

and she no longer had any expectations, so it did not matter

also because of this that her patience with the Taylor family had

that Amelia engaged in continuous arguments with Olivia after she regained consciousness. In the past, Olivia was very patient and could endure

Amelia started to argue, Olivia would

However, she could not

mean that she would actually throw the folder at

understood. “I’ll hold

Olivia nodded.

surprisingly quiet. Amelia did not act crazily. She was very quiet,

steadily on

therapy on her, she even

Taylor, thank you,”

that was holding a silver needle stopped moving. She

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

was not

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

in her attitude. She said, “William, you want to

exchanged a few glances with Amelia. In the end, he gave in. He could only nod helplessly and say, “I’ll wait outside, Mom. Please stay calm. Your health matters

“Got it,” Amelia said.

at Kelly, who was behind Olivia. Seeing that Kelly had

Amelia said. Her voice was very gentle. “Can

in her mind. Upon hearing this, she nodded slightly and replied, “Feel free to

gaze was gentle and her expression was unprecedentedly

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

years.

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

eyelashes trembled slightly.

You’re very obedient and smart. You learn everything quickly

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

as mother and daughter, can reunite, but there are too many conflicts

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

wholeheartedly. In a few

welled up in her chest before she continued, “So, our previous mother–daughter connection has truly

daughter. Let’s just treat each other as strangers.” Olivia raised her gaze. Her attractive eyes, which were similar to Amelia’s, were narrow and elongated, as

did not say anything. She just looked at Amelia

birth to you and you saved me. We do not owe each other a

and Emma between them, Amelia could no

daughter was a fate bestowed by God. They were destined to have a short–lived connection, so there was no point in getting

fingers

Olivia to speak, but

moment felt especially long. Every minute and second passed

an unknown period of time, Amelia grew tired of

was only then that she heard Olivia’s voice, which was soft and gentle, yet incredibly resolute. “As you wish,” Olivia

this, Amelia’s vision darkened. Her body suddenly stiffened and she fell

reacted quickly, supporting her and stuffing a

in case her emotions fluctuated dramatically and she suddenly fainted after learning

it was used

Olivia thought. “The preparation doesn’t go

handed the medicine bottle to her

to the body. If you feel physically unwell or

not say anything. She just held the

therapy was quick. It was completed in less than

careful adherence.

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

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

and said, “Let’s

Olivia left. It was not until Sophia knocked on the door and asked if she wanted to eat yogurt that she recovered from her daze. “It’s okay,” Amelia said. “I want to

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

moment. She lowered her head and glanced at it.

“What’s this?” she thought.

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

like she brought

must have been

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

a group photo of Samuel, Emma,

Amelia’s pupils contracted intensely.

a cover

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 out for dinner every Friday night without

there was a paternity test report between Samuel and

are father and daughter” was the

bewildered. It was uncertain if she had taken too much of her calming medication. Her emotions were remarkably tranquil at the moment.

have an epiphany. She quickly rummaged through her drawers, wanting to find

to find all

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

one of them was

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

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