The gala took place inside an ancient castle. The atmosphere was festive, filled with Christmas carols and laughter.Yvonne held hands with Britney and Elvin on either side of her. The moment she entered the venue, she attracted the attention of the guests. They went up to her and greeted her.Britney liked being in a crowd. When she heard the adults praising her for looking like a princess, she smiled brightly.However, Elvin only found it annoying. He had a glum expression from the beginning. He ignored all the kind praise the adults sent his way. Even so, he couldn't douse their enthusiasm. The moment the children appeared, everyone started talking about them."This is the first time Ms. Miller has attended an event with two children at the same time, right?""That's right. She used to be protective of the children's privacy, but later on, the paparazzi published photos of them, right? Now she's finally willing to bring them out in public.""The girl is Mr. Anderson's daug
Yvonne sensed hostility. She reached out and tugged on Stephen's sleeve while changing the topic. "Weren't you in a meeting? Why are you suddenly here?""I promised Elvin and Britney that I would be back for Christmas. I had to keep my word," Stephen said calmly."You could have told me earlier—""I wanted to give you a surprise," Stephen interjected. He looked at Otto before saying, "Now it seems more like a fright instead of a surprise."Yvonne awkwardly cleared her throat. "What nonsense are you on about?""Ms. Miller only just found out that I came for the gala," Otto explained before smiling at Stephen. "I'm really happy to meet you here too, Mr. Anderson."Since Stephen had joined in, they were a perfect family of four. Otto wisely excused himself. "I'll let you be with your family. I won't disturb you.""Good," Stephen responded, as if he were trying to push Otto to leave quicker.Otto wasn't annoyed at all. He politely nodded at Yvonne before leaving.As they saw O
Anthony was feeling smug from all the praise he was receiving from the partners when he heard a voice ring out from behind."You guys seemed to be talking about Carrington and Hertz. Care to let me join in?"Everyone looked over to see a young man in a white suit walking past the champagne flute tower and heading toward them.Anthony didn't know who the newcomer was. Seeing how the man had spoiled his fun, Anthony looked at that man a little curtly. "Who are you? Do you have an invite?""Of course." Otto went closer, still looking like a gentleman. "I was by the other side when I overheard you guys talking. It sounded interesting. And you are …""Of course, only the vice president of Well Spring Pharma, Mr. Anthony Leech!" One of the partners interjected, clearly trying to please Anthony. He looked at Otto condescendingly. "You don't even know Mr. Leech, yet you say you have an invitation? You're clearly lying!"Otto pretended to just come to a realization. "I see, so this is
Anthony led Otto past the crowd to a secluded corner deep down the corridor. He stopped in his tracks and turned to bow to Otto."I'm sorry, Mr. Carrington. I've made a fool of myself!" Anthony explained, "I was really trying to steal Ms. Miller's limelight. Those people surrounded me and bombarded me with questions. I only lied because I was trying to keep her identity a secret."He added, "When you see her, please explain this to her. Please!"He sounded sincere, but also somehow a little … fake.This man before Otto at that moment was a completely different person from the arrogant bastard a moment ago. He was such a two-faced person.Otto wasn't that easily fooled. He could still tell the difference. However, Anthony was still the vice president of Well Spring Pharma, so Otto couldn't humiliate him too much.At that thought, Otto chuckled. "I see. It looks like I misunderstood. I'm sorry for not playing along with you just now."Anthony immediately stood up straight and wa
Stephen didn't reply. He merely looked at the suit jacket.Yvonne could only compromise. She put the jacket back on her shoulders. "Tell me. What is the important matter?""I saw Otto Carrington and Anthony Leech secretly meeting.""What?" Yvonne's curiosity was piqued. She asked, "What were they talking about?""I don't know," Stephen replied flatly, catching Yvonne off guard.She looked perplexed. "You only have such a small amount of information, yet you call that an important matter? Stephen, you tricked me!"Without a change in his expression, Stephen said, "They were privately meeting. This is serious enough. There was no need to eavesdrop on them. Don't you think you should be careful of Otto Carrington?""You just have a preconceived notion of him, which is why you think he's up to no good." Yvonne rolled her eyes. "If he really were up to something with Anthony, the guest list that Anthony made should have had Otto's name. But …"Yvonne thought for a while. "There
"If you don't start driving, I'm going to die in front of you."Kendrick adjusted the seat backward. He felt more comfortable lying down. "If those men realize I got in your car, you will be in trouble too.""Then, I'll just kick you out of the car and raise both hands in surrender," Otto said while he immediately started the car. He slammed the gas pedal and drove off into the night.…Late that night, Yvonne finished washing up. She took her phone, planning to ask Stephen about the interrogation, when she received a message from Otto.The message was the name of the hotel and the room number. He had asked her to make her way there.At that moment, it was already half past midnight. It was hard not to think more about it when she received a message like this.She sent him a question mark. Otto didn't explain much. He said that she would understand once she reached the hotel.Yvonne looked at her phone, feeling conflicted. Although Otto looked like a good person, she still had
Otto was staying in the presidential suite. As Stephen and Yvonne entered the living area, Otto closed the door. He said in a low voice, "Mr. Anderson, please wait here for a while. Ms. Miller, I would ask you to head to the bedroom."Yvonne asked instinctively, "What is it that can't be said right here?""Someone needs you in the bedroom." Otto went in closer and looked at Stephen. "I'm not sure if Mr. Anderson is allowed to know about some things, so please understand, Ms. Miller.""I see." Yvonne nodded. She turned to look at Stephen. "Wait for me here. I'll be in the room next door. Nothing will happen.""Hmm." Stephen looked at Yvonne as she pushed the door open. He could clearly see her pause a little.Soon, she stepped into the room and closed it. He furrowed his brows. Who was in the bedroom?Otto handed him a glass of water. "Mr. Anderson, don't worry. Nothing will happen to Ms. Miller. Please have some water. You don't have to be nervous."Stephen looked at Otto
"This isn't my first time treating your gunshot wounds. Besides, your injuries almost got you killed the last time."Either way, I'm a doctor. As long as there are injuries that I can treat, I'll have to treat them."Yvonne said without looking up, "Also, you have hidden so many things from me. One extra matter wouldn't make a difference. You can tell me when you feel ready."Kendrick was at a loss for words.Without mentioning her other qualities, the fact that Yvonne could maintain such calm and rationality about a suspicious gunshot was way beyond his expectations.Seeing Kendrick not respond, Yvonne smiled. "Since you never planned on telling me in the first place, why did you ask?"Kendrick felt as if Yvonne could read his mind. It was a first for him, so he felt a little awkward. Then, he looked away and said, "Alright, you can do your thing."Yvonne chuckled. She looked at the wound in detail. She still couldn't help but say, "You're really a tough one."…Half an hou