Rita's POV:

 

I dreamt a long, long dream.

 

In my dream, I was still the distinguished and renowned daughter of the Lively family. I was an extraordinary beauty with no peer, and a superior status to match. I was the object of desire for innumerable men of wealth, all whom scrambled for the smallest bit of attention from me.

 

In my dream, my parents were healthy and happy. My family was by my side, filled with joy.

 

I laughed loudly, proudly, with all my strength. I was happy, contented. I was at the top of the world.

 

But... The moment I opened my eyes, the wonderful scenes from that oh so lovely dream vanished in an instant.

 

Waking up, I realized that I was still lying on the hospital bed.

 

Faced with crushing reality, the feeling of helplessness enveloped me. I struggled to get up. Subconsciously, I curled up. However, I had forgotten that I had on a drip. My reckless movement caused the needle to deviate and soon, a lump appeared on the back of my hand.

 

I stared at the lump in dismay, but I didn't feel any pain at all. Feeling sorry for myself, I hugged myself tightly.

 

The strong loneliness almost suffocated me. It was difficult to breathe. I desperately wanted to cry, but try as I might, I couldn't shed a single tear.

 

I bet I looked so ridiculous now.

 

I gasped, drawing in sharp breaths, just like a dying fish.

 

Suddenly, there was a knock on the door. Finally, a glimmer of hope had appeared! Unable to help myself, I said eagerly, "Come in!"

 

Ashley opened the door slowly. She entered, looking back vigilantly for a few times before closing the door as silently as she could.

 

Anxious, I asked her, "How did it go...?"

 

"I'm sorry, Rita. Our plan failed. Scarlett didn't bite at all, and we even received a warning letter from our superior." Ashley hung her head low, like a defeated animal.

 

couldn't believe it! I had so many reporters on my side, but I

 

He's even more terrifying! I'm scared..." Ashley slumped her shoulders in fear, her eyes clouded

 

Everyone has an Achilles heel. I'm sure of it! As long as you are willing to spend more time on it..." I sat up defiantly from my bed

 

reward for this time. Keep an eye

 

it." Ashley nodded obediently as she took

 

if you have any updates. If there's nothing else, you can leave." I lay back on the bed and waved at her weakly, urging

 

eyes, I recalled the scene where the old women banded together to beat me up in public. Then, Charles had been right next to me.

 

because of Scarlett! That hateful wench... I wouldn't let her off

 

its peak, spreading into

 

Charles's POV:

 

was working in my office, I received an unexpected call

 

named Ashley went to see Rita in secret. She told me that the reporters who swarmed Mrs. Moore were all hired by Rita.

 

the call ended, I slammed my phone

 

that woman! She truly had

 

a few

picked

 

the

 

Rita's been using all kinds of methods to attract investors, but nothing worked. Aside from that, Lily has

 

Lively Group won't

 

But Rita has been quite cautious recently. Lily's

 

Well then, you should give

 

fierce as ever. This time, I would not be soft-hearted. I

 

******

 

work, I headed straight to

 

today. What should I do

 

and took out the steak, broccoli, and potato. They were all Scarlett's

 

I was about to fry the

 

food. I studied her face, but I couldn't find any

 

purpose, and then carefully added some butter into the frying pan. Soon, the milky fragrance of butter

 

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255