The Ex and Her Riches

“What?”

The words struck Jessamyn like a thunderbolt, shattering her rationality and understanding into fragments.

Zendaya…

That girl was not Charles’ illegitimate daughter but the precious daughter of the Jenson and Harris families!

In an instant, she realized she had offended the three largest and most powerful families in Chanaea.

Jessamyn was so shocked that she couldn’t collect herself for a while. She couldn’t fathom the terrifying possibility that Cloudington Group might crumble because of her actions.

“Why did I never come across any information about her online, especially since she’s Mr. Jenson and Ms. Harris’ daughter? Besides, why did she call Charles ‘Daddy’?” Jessamyn asked, seeking some explanation.

Ignatius sighed deeply and sat heavily on the edge of her bed. “That’s because Mr. Jenson and his wife are concerned about their child’s safety. Hence, they’ve never publicly shared her pictures or personal information online. You’ve always been fixated on those socialite events, and I’ve told you several times to pay attention to the business gatherings as well, but you’ve never bothered. Is it any wonder you never saw her? As for why she calls Charles ‘Daddy,’ I can’t say for sure…”

“Um…”

Jessamyn was at a loss for words. She obediently crouched beside her father’s feet, her hands resting on his knees as tears streamed down her face.

She asked, “Dad, what am I going to do? I insulted Zendaya and offended Mr. Jenson, Ms. Harris, and Charles. Today, Jenson Group merely canceled one project’s collaboration, and yet we’ve already suffered such significant financial losses. If they refuse to let me go, what should we do?”

Ignatius grumbled, “I’ve told you time and time again that the relationships within these prestigious families are complex. I’ve advised you to rein in your audacious nature and not think that you can easily offend others just because they seem vulnerable. You have no idea what consequences you might face. Yet, have you ever bothered to heed my words? You’ve created this mess, so you have to figure out a way to clean it up yourself!”

“Dad, please don’t abandon me. I know I’ve made a mistake… I’ll listen to you from now on.” Jessamyn began crying sadly.

Eva also hugged their daughter, tears streaming down her face. “Hubby, we’re getting older, and she’s our only precious daughter. If you don’t find a solution to help her, what will become of our Cloud family?”

Although the Cloud family was well-off and held a prominent position on the wealthy elite list in the country, if the three families united against them, it would be a disaster for them. Crushing Cloudington Group would be as simple as squashing an ant.

wife and daughter by his feet, feeling the imminent crisis that

heavy sigh, he looked at his daughter, whom he had loved all his life. He couldn’t simply abandon her to

he spoke with a composed and steady voice. “In the next few days, I will seek a meeting with Mr. Jenson and personally apologize to him. As for you,

the Jenson and Harris families, called Charles “Daddy” and was constantly by his

circumstances, it was evident that Charles had a close relationship with Gwendolyn, and the Harris and Newton families were on good

Cloudington Group could benefit greatly from the

Cedrick and Gwendolyn would each inherit the Harris

voice any objections or complaints. She nodded repeatedly, her

the Harrick Villa’s family of four had just roused from their slumber

none other than

on a holiday break from school. Charles had made plans to take her to the aquarium to marvel at

If she ran around in

of chic white overalls, matched with a sunny yellow little T-shirt, and topped it all off with a charming light yellow cap on top

“Hey there, Uncle Charles!”

Charles, filling his heart with warmth

rushed toward him, he effortlessly scooped up her round and chubby little figure,

much, Uncle Charles!”

stifle a grin, his deep blue eyes exuding tenderness as he gazed

her tiny hands. “I missed you a whole bunch, Uncle Charles. Don’t you miss me

button-like nose. His voice was smooth and tender as he said, “Of course I do. I’d love nothing more than to whisk you away from here

loving kiss on

Cedrick emerged from the villa, accompanied by Benedict, they witnessed the heartwarming sight of the

his pockets, exuded an

quickly composed himself, speaking in a more serious tone. “Good morning, Mr. Jenson and Gwen! I plan to take Zendaya

“No, thank you. Those kiddie stuff

through the villa’s garden and out of Harrick

matters required more careful consideration. He knew that he