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Robin leaned back on the sofa, watching Jack’s nervous expression and chuckled.
“Come on, old man, just messing with you. Why so nervous?”
Jack wiped the sweat from his forehead. “General Ramsey, d–do you really know something?”
“What would I know?” Robin crossed one leg over the other, shaking his head at Jack. The affairs of the Dragon Manor have nothing to do with me. I’m just curious about this legendary heist.
The two missing people, the Young Lord Dragon’s daughter and son. if they’re alive, they’ll be found
sooner or later.
Jack looked at Robin, puzzled, unsure of what he was really implying.
Robin pondered for a moment, muttering to himself, “For a family as prominent as the Dragon Manor. the top of Draconia, wouldn’t their descendants have some kind of keepsake? Like a pendant or a charm. perhaps?”
Jack replied absentmindedly, “I remember there was something like that
He trailed off suddenly. “Actually, I’m not too sure.”
Seeing Jack hesitate, Robin chuckled. “Alright, I get it! I’m off. I need to head to Brighton’s Wolfsbane Summit training base. Got to get them ready for the international military martial tournament.” After Robin left, Jack sat alone in the lounge, deep in thought.
His mind swirled with fragments of information he’d gathered over the
years.
He felt that the truth he’d been seeking for 20 years was now closer than ever.
As Wilson passed by and noticed Jack staring off into space, he frowned slightly. “General Grayson, is everything alright?”
Jack didn’t look at Wilson, lost in thought as he muttered to himself. The girl named Joanna Leif we met at Brighton Northern Plaza a few days ago, do you remember her?”
Wilson stepped into the lounge. I remember her. A graceful, beautiful woman. I recall you even mentioned at the time that she and Robin looked like siblings.”
“Yes, exactly!” Jack sprang up from the sofa. “I’m starting to feel like I’m getting closer to the target I’ve been searching for!”
Wilson was stunned, watching Jack’s ecstatic expression, unsure of what was happening
Without paying him any mind, Jack took out his phone and sent a message: “Investigate Marge Leif and Joanna Leif, mother and daughter, at Brighton University in secret?
Just as Robin stepped out of the headquarters, a Por
sports car pulled up in front of him.
“Robin
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The car window rolled down, and Vera’s radiant smile appeared. “It’s been so long! I’ve really missed you, hehe…
Robin raised an eyebrow. “You always startle me. I thought I was about to be ambushed by some kind of fairy.”
Vera stepped out of the car, her youthful energy palpable.
Before Robin could say a word, she took a step forward and threw herself into his arms, holding him tightly.
Bobin breathed in the scent of Vera’s hair and gently patted her shoulder. “We’re at the entrance of the headquarters. Come on, let go now.”
“I won’t!” Vera tightened her grip. “When other women are around, I hardly ever get the chance to hold your arm. Now that there’s no one to share, I’m going to keep you all to myself for a bit, hehe
With a resigned sigh. Robin let Vera stay in his embrace. “What brings you to the provincial capital?”
Vera finally relaxed her grip slightly, smoothing a loose strand of hair from her face. “The Silva Group’s medical equipment sales office just opened here in the provincial capital. I came to sign some documents.
“I planned to head back to Harmonfield tonight, but Mr. Osborne called and mentioned you were in the city, so I hurried over.
“Robin, with you not around in Harmonfield, I’ve realized just how dull my life is. I… I don’t think I can live without you anymore.”
Robin pushed Vera away. “A few days apart, and you’ve changed your style? That’s too cheesy. Switch it up!” “Oh! Hehehe…“Vera suddenly burst into laughter.
“Oh my god!” Robin shook his head. “Looks like being a fool suits you better!”
Vera finally managed to calm herself down, hooking her arm through Robin’s. “There’s an oil painting exhibition at the International Convention Center today. I heard it’s a solo show by a famous painter from Brighton. Let’s go check it out.”
“Im not really interested in that.” Robin shook his head.
“Then I’ll treat you to a meal.” Vera rested her head on Robin’s shoulder, savoring the most captivating scent of the man she was with.
“Not today. I need to visit a comrade’s sister and deliver the condolence money from the military district,” Robin replied.
Vera’s smile faded. “I see. Well, I’ll go with you
“Mr. Ramsey, what a coincidence to run into you here! It’s a pleasure!” Trent Baxter, the heir of Centara Residence, stopped his car and got out.
Robin nodded indifferently. “Trent Baxter, Mr. Trent.”
Trent smiled. “Mr. Ramsey, you still remember me? You certainly have a great memory!”
Robin chuckled lightly. “It’s only been a few days. How could I forget you?”
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vention Center.
“Mr. Ramsey, I’m in Brookhaven for a solo oil painting exhibition at the International If you have the time, I’d be honored if you could attend and view my work. I’ve got two VIP tickets for
You.
As he spoke. Trent handed Robin two VIP tickets for the International Convention Center’s exclusive lounge.
Robin had planned to decline, but seeing Trent’s enthusiasm, he casually accepted.
“Alright then. I’m not really a fan of oil paintings, but my friend is. Vera, this one’s for you.”
rent smiled and nodded. “Mr. Ramsey, I’ll take my leave now. I have some business at the military district,
As Trent walked off, Vera glanced at Robin. “Robin, you know this famous painter?“”
“He’s not just a renowned painter; he’s also a top lawyer.” Robin nodded. “Though, I’ve only met him once.”
Vera watched as Trent drove into the headquarters. “He enters places like this so casually?”
“His father is Hunter Baxter, the Lieutenant General of the military district.” Robin shrugged. “Who would dare stop him? Don’t be fooled by the old car he drives–it may cost over 300,000, but around here, he’s quite a big deal.”
“I see. Let’s not talk about him anymore,” Vera said, linking her arm through Robin’s and smiling. “Actually. there’s something I’d like to ask you in a bit. I’d love to hear your opinion.”
A woman stepped out of the car, glaring at Vera coldly. “How dare you cling to Robin? Let go!”
Startled, Vera quickly released her hold on Robin’s arm. She hesitated before asking. “You… you must be mistaking me for someone else, right?”
Vera glanced at Robin, then at Catherine. “Robin, who is this? Do you know her?”
I’m Catherine McKay,” Catherine said flatly, her gaze never leaving Robin.
Robin shook his head. “I don’t know her. Let’s go, take me to Brookhaven Residence.”
Catherine chased after Robin, her voice tinged with frustration. “Robin, why are you treating me like this? How can you say you don’t know me? I’m Catherine McKay!
“I went to Southstone High looking for you earlier, and I ran into Elliott. He told me you were at the headquarters, so I followed you here.
“How can you say you don’t know me? Y–you make me so angry!”
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“Stop right there!” Catherine shouted, growing more frustrated as she stamped her foot
Robin paused. “Catherine, why do you keep following me? I’ve already told you, the Draconite is nothing more than mist gathered over the Peach Blossom Pool
“I don’t have the Draconite you’re after, so stop wasting your time!”
“When did I say I was following you for the Draconite?” Catherine muttered, clearly displeased.
Then what are you looking for me for?” Robin shook his head.
“Why can’t I look for you?” Catherine’s eyes flashed with a rare hint of hurt.
“After all, we’ve fought together as comrades. If you can be with these women, why can’t I be with you?”
Vera quickly caught on. It seemed like yet another of Robin’s admirers.
“Sigh! What a hopeless romantic!” Vera muttered under her breath, glancing at Robin. No wonder her heroic companion was so popular.
Robin ignored Catherine and gave Vera, who was still visibly nervous, a light pat. “Let’s go. Drive me to Brookhaven Residence.
“My comrade’s sister, Annie, just bought a new place in that neighborhood.”
Vera glanced over at the fuming Catherine. “What about Ms. McKay?”
“Don’t worry about her: just let her be.” Robin said, getting into Vera’s car.
“Robin!” Catherine stomped her foot in frustration. Just wait, you won’t get away!”
As she watched the Porsche disappear into the distance, a sly, mysterious smile appeared on her flawless- face, her eyes glinting with something calculating.
“Hmph, Brookhaven Residence? I know a shortcut! You think you can get away? We’ll see that.”
Then, she hopped into her BMW SUV and sped off in another direction.
On the way to Brookhaven Residence, Vera’s smile gradually faded, replaced by a trace of concern in her
eyes.
Robin glanced at her. “You mentioned earlier that you had something to ask me. What’s going on Has your Silva Group run into some trouble lately?”
“The Silva Group’s business has been doing well. But recently. I received a letter from my grandmother in Brighton
“She’s hosting a celebration for her 80th birthday on the 20th of next month.
“She invited me to come to the capital and attend her birthday party at the Lynches’s place.
Tve never been to Brighton or the Lynches’s place, and I’ve never participated in any of
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“This situation is troubling me.
“My mother always warned me to stay away from the Lynches of Brighton
“Yet, she also said that, out of everyone in the Lynches, only my grandmother ever treated her with kindness.
“When my grandfather found out about my mother’s marriage, he was furious and kicked her out of the Lynches.
“At that time, my mother had nothing–no money, no support.
“It was my grandmother who gave my mother five million, which allowed her to start her business in Harmonfield.
“When the Lynches found out, they tried everything to block and sabotage her efforts.
“It was only because my grandmother stepped in that they stopped causing trouble for my mother.
“But after my useless father betrayed my mother, my grandmother severed ties with us and stopped reaching out.
“After my mother passed away, I had no more dealings with them.
“A while ago, Jamie tried to take over Silva Group, but it was you who stopped him from succeeding.
Then, when Jamie sent assassins after me. you placed people around me to protect me. and because of that, he failed.
“Robin, you’ve been so good to me.
“My life hit rock bottom after my mother and brother gone. It wasn’t until I met you that I found hope. “If you hadn’t come into my life. I might have ended up like a stray dog, trampled by everyone.
“Everything I have now is because of you. Robin, thank you.
“Whatever happens, I will follow you for the rest of my life.”
Vera slowly pulled the car over to the side of the road, her eyes brimming with tears as she looked at Robin.
Today, I’m finally telling you what’s in my heart. I want you to know that all the carelessness, indifference. and fake smiles I put on before were just masks to hide the pain and helplessness inside
“Ever since you came into my life. I’ve never had to hide behind a false facade again. Robin. I always be with you.”
Robin looked at her, her eyes full of tears, and fell silent for a long while.
Sigh. Everyone has their own share of suffering in life.
ho hasn’t struggled through their past?
He took a deep breath and gave Vera a light pat on the head. “A few days apart, and you’re already getting sentimental. Stop with the sad talk, or I might start believing it.”
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Vera playfully punched Robin in the chest, her tears giving way to a smile.
“I just wanted to be a little sentimental, to make you feel something, to… to act a little spoiled, you know? Why did you have to interrupt me? You completely ruined the moment I was trying to create. Annoying!”
Vera threw her hands up in frustration, then leaned her head on Robin’s shoulder. “Robin, I really wish we could stay like this forever”
Robin shrugged. “Alright, let’s get back to business. If you keep this up, you’ll distract me!”
“Eh?” Vera took a deep breath. “Oh, I wouldn’t dream of distracting you. I won’t do it again.”
Robin gently helped Vera smooth out her disheveled hair. “Whether you should go to your grandmother’s 80th birthday celebration, just follow your heart. It’s not a big deal.
“Go with what your heart tells you.
“Life’s too short to worry about the little things. Don’t stress over it.”
Vera nodded and started the car, heading toward Brookhaven Residence. “I’ll contact you if I go to Brighton.”
“Alright. If you need anything, or if the Lynches give you any trouble, just let me know. If the whole d’mn family turns out to be like that idi’t Jarnie, I’ll take them all down for you.”
Vera nodded, a happy smile spreading across her face.
Ten minutes later, she drove up to Brookhaven Residence.
As she entered the parking lot, she suddenly froze.
“Robin, look! Do you see who that is?”
In front of the parking lot gate, Catherine was leaning against her BMW SUV, swaying to the music from her portable player.
“How does she keep showing up like this?” Robin muttered, clearly frustrated.
Vera chuckled. “Robin, I can tell, Ms. McKay has definitely taken a liking to you.”
Robin made a face. “I can’t stand that spoiled, domineering, borderline reclusive princess.”
Vera parked the car and walked over with Robin.
As they passed Catherine, Robin purposely acted like he didn’t notice her.
“Hey, didn’t you see me?” Catherine quickly pulled off her headphones and called after him.
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Vera tugged at Robin. “Ms. McKay is calling you.”
Robin stopped in his tracks. “Catherine, what exactly do you want from me? I have important matters to take care of and no time to waste on you!”
Catherine crossed her arms behind her back, standing in front of Robin. “I have important matters too! And they’re just as important as yours!”
Robin frowned. Tm going to Santiago’s sister’s house to give the compensation issued by the military district to her adoptive parents.”
“So am I!” Catherine stepped closer to Robin, her proud chest almost touching Robin’s.
“Don’t forget, the intelligence from Draven Group was all provided by me.”
“Do whatever you want. Robin glanced at Catherine’s chest, made a face, and then walked around her to move forward.
Vera walked closely beside Robin, hooking her arm through his and whispering, “Robin, you were checking her out! Are you interested?”
Robin glanced down at Vera’s chest, then shrugged. “Fine, as long as you’re happy.”
Vera giggled.
“Let go of him!” Catherine, trailing behind, saw Vera laughing while holding onto Robin’s arm and snapped at her in irritation.
Startled, Vera quickly pulled her arm away.
Robin shook his head with a smile.
Vera, standing nearby, shot a playful glare at Robin’s back before following him toward Annie’s house.
Catherine watched them from behind, then suddenly burst into laughter. “Competing with me? I’ll drive you crazy!”
Following the location and room number provided by Annie, Robin and Vera arrived at Room 2002, 20th floor, Block A at Brookhaven Residence.
Ivy opened the door.
“Mr. Ramsey!” Ivy’s eyes lit up with surprise. “Ms. Silva, hello! Please, come in. Annie has been talking about you nonstop.
Robin and Vera stepped inside, and Ivy began to close the door behind them.
“Wait, there’s still me.” Catherine quickly ran up from behind.
Ivy gave her a curious look. “Who are you looking for?” she asked, studying Catherine.
Im looking for Robin. Catherine pointed at him.
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Mr. Ramsey, is this your friend?” Ivy asked cautiously
“I don’t know her Robin didn’t even turn around as he walked further into the room with Vera.
Catherine stomped her foot in frustration. “Robin, how dare you say you don’t know me!”
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Hearing the commotion. Annie stepped out of the room. “Ms. McKay, please come in. Ivy, this Ms. McKay is with Mr. Ramsey
Annie invited everyone into the sitting room.
Mr. Ramsey, Ms. Silva, Ms. McKay, please have a seat. This is the new tea I brought back from the south,” Annie explained as she began unpacking the tea leaves.
Ivy took the tea leaves from her. “Annie. I’ll prepare the tea. You go ahead and finish tidying up. Your foster parents will be here soon.”
Annie handed both the tea and the teaware to Ivy. “Mr. Ramsey, please make yourselves comfortable. I’ll just tidy up the other rooms for a moment
“My foster parents were determined to stay in the old house in the village. It took a lot of effort to persuade them to come live with me.
“If they had stayed there, they would’ve continued to feel down.
“After my brother passed, it’s been difficult for them to move on from the sadness. I thought a change of scenery might help them start to heal.”
Robin nodded. You’re right. Your foster parents have been through a lot. Not only did they raise somer like Santiago, but they also helped shape you into the person you are. They deserve to enjoy the fruits of
their labor
Yes. Mr. Ramsey, she replied. “The debt of gratitude I owe my foster parents is something I can next repay in this lifetime.
Tve always considered them my real parents. They’re good people, all of them!
“Even though I was abandoned by my biological parents. I’m thankful. I’ve been fortunate to meet so many kind–hearted people throughout my life.
“My foster parents, you, Ivy, and so many others–people who have done so much for me and left a lasting impact on my life.
Without all of you, I wouldn’t be where I am today.”
Robin gave a faint, indifferent smile. “Enough with the talk. Just live your life well and take good your foster parents.”
Catherine rested her chin on her hands, looking from Robin to Annie. “Annie, so Santiago’s parents weren’t your biological ones?”
Annie nodded. “That’s right. Ms. McKay. My biological parents couldn’t afford to raise me after they had shother son, so they abandoned me.
The villagers told me that if my foster parents hadn’t taken me in, I might have been carried off by wild wolves or dogs in the mountains. My foster parents gave me this life.
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Vera sighed. “Everyone has their own struggles. Life is tough for everyone. What your biological parents did, it’s unforgivable.”
Catherine slammed her fist on the table, her voice seething with anger. “Your biological parents are nothing but beasts! How could they throw you away after bringing you into the world? Parents who abandon their own children are worse than animals! No, they’re not even worthy of that comparison!”
Ivy smiled and shook her head, saying nothing.
Vera, intrigued, asked, “So, did your biological parents ever try to find you?”
hnte nodded bitterly. “Yes, they came looking for me a few times. The problem was, I wasn’t home, and they ended up finding my foster parents.”
“Why would they look for you? Did they finally feel guilty and want to bring you back to make amends?” Catherine added, her voice laced with suspicion.
Annie shook her head, her lips parted as if to speak. but she held back.
Seeing Annie’s hesitation. Catherine pressed on. “So, they wanted to take you away from your foster parents without any compensation?
“Annie, you can’t go back! You need to stay with your foster parents; they re the ones who raised you! If your biological parents suddenly want to take you back now, they’re nothing but bad people!”
Annie shook her head. It wasn’t about making things right. They weren’t looking to bring me back to make amends; they were asking my foster parents for money.”
“Ask your foster parents for money? What do you mean?” Everyone was confused.
They abandoned you when you were a child, and your foster parents raised you. Now they’re asking your foster parents for money? What kind of twisted logic is that? Why would they ask your foster parents for money?”
Catherine stood up, her anger rising. “They can’t have that money! No way!”
Annie sighed. “My biological parents said that since they ‘adopted‘ me, they were entitled to an adoption fee. When I heard that shameless excuse, I was speechless.
“My foster parents raised me with so much love and effort, and instead of being grateful, they wanted my foster parents to pay. That kind of logic left me at a loss for words!
“When someone’s a sc“undrel, everything they say and do shocks you.
“It was after hearing that, I finally understood–j’rks, thugs, and villains have a completely different worldview from decent, kind people.”
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Catherine, feeling anxious, was eager to know whether Annie’s foster parents had given any money to her biological parents.
Interrupting her words directly, she said, “Forget everything else for now. Just answer this: Did they give them the money?”
Vera also chimed in, urging her. “Yes, did your foster parents give them any money or not?”
Annie hesitated for a moment before speaking. “My foster parents don’t have much money. They’re both in poor health and are too afraid to even go to the hospital
“At first, they didn’t give anything, honestly, they couldn’t. The little savings they had, built up over decades, were meant for me and my brother.
“But my biological parents kept coming by, constantly harassing them. Eventually, my foster parents had no choice but to sell the pigs they had raised and give them the more than 20,000 dollars they earned
from it.
“After they got money from us once, they felt entitled and started coming around regularly, demanding more from my foster parents.
“If they didn’t give them any money, they would stand outside my foster parents‘ door and insult me. calling me a heartless traitor and saying all sorts of horrible things.
“When I wasn’t home, my foster parents, not wanting to lose face or let the insults get worse, gave them the little over 10,000 dollars we had left, just to keep them from making a scene and turning it into a joke for others to laugh at
“But they were never satisfied and kept showing up at our door. During that time, they really wore us down.
“Eventually, when they realized there was no more money to squeeze from my foster parents, they cante straight to me.
“I could barely support myself back then, and I had borrowed a lot of money from Ivy.
“A screenwriter on set told them that, since they were my biological parents, they should first settle my debts, and only then would they stop bothering us.
“I’m really grateful that the screenwriter helped us. Thanks to him, my foster parents and I were fixally left in peace.
Catherine interrupted Annie, slamming her hand on the table in frustration. “Ugh, how could your foster parents be so foolish Why would they give them money?”
Annie shook her head with a bitter smile. They said my foster parents raised me, so they should ge them money?
Catherine ground her teeth in anger. “What a pair of old sc“undrels!” She hissed. “If it were me. I’d have chopped those bestands up!”
Annie shook her head in disbelief. Im at a loss for words. I don’t know how I ended up being their daughter! I’m honestly ashamed of my own background!
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“They even went around in our production team, threatening that if I ever made money, they’d come back and demand more,”
“What? They said that? Unbelievable! What a bunch of seundrels!” Catherine was livid, her hair practically standing on end.
“Annie, leave this to me. I’ll help you get your money back. Those old parasites aren’t even human!”
Vera was also outraged. “Exactly, they only take advantage of you and your foster parents because they see you as easy targets!
low can we let sem like that bully good, honest people? You and your foster parents are too kind. You don’t owe them anything, so why should you give them money?
“By all logic, they abandoned you when you were born. It’s your foster parents who raised you. They should be the ones giving your foster parents money!
“They act like it’s perfectly justified. I’m speechless in the face of such shamelessness!”
Catherine looked at Vera, her expression filled with righteous anger, and said seriously. “Vera, I think we’re a perfect match! If you ever come to Brighton, come find me. If anyone dares to mess with you, I’ll take care of them!”
Vera was taken aback, surprised by Catherine’s offer, but nodded with a smile. “Okay!”
“Alright, enough about them. Talking about these frustrating things is just bringing the mood down. We’re finally together, so let’s talk about something more enjoyable.”
Ivy gently nudged Annie. “Annie, you go ahead and take care of your things.”
Annie nodded with a sad expression.
Noticing the mood was a bit off, Ivy smiled and said, “The Dunn Group’s national advertising campaign needs some outdoor shoots. Aside from the provincial capital, we’ll also be heading to Brighton for a fe
more scenes.”
Noticing that everyone was still caught up in thoughts about Annie’s biological parents, Ivy shifted the topic. “By the way, the girl I sponsor from the mountain village, Rhea, told me that her school is hosting a May ball.
“She’s been given a key role in one of the performances and even wants to invite me to attend the event. Vera smiled and asked, “Is she an art student?”
“No, she’s actually a student receiving financial assistance.
“I’ve been supporting her since middle school, and later, during the college entrance exam, the school had a special program for students from low–income backgrounds. I suggested she apply, and she was able to directly interview and get into Brighton University”
“Oh? She has time for extracurricular performances like this?” Vera asked, curious.
Ivy was silent for a moment. “When she first mentioned these things to me, I asked her the same question.
“She told me she wants to gain more experience at school so that, once she graduates, she can help other kids from her hometown have more opportunities to learn. The extracurricular options in the mountain
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“That makes sense.” Vera nodded.
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Ivy took out her phone and showed several photos of dresses. “These are the performance gowns Rhea asked me to order for her.”
Vera was shocked. “These dresses must be expensive, right? Each one costs at least 10,000 or 20,000. You ordered four or five sets at once. Wouldn’t that add up to over 100,000?”
vy nodded. “Rhea said that the students at Brighton University come from wealthy families, and their utfits for the ball are all very stylish. She asked me to get her something a little nicer. I thought about it and decided to order four dresses, all in the mid–to–high–end range.
“She also asked me to send her an additional 20,000 dollars to cover the costs of this outdoor performance. I was about to transfer it, but haven’t had the chance yet.”
Robin casually remarked, “You’re sponsoring a poor student? With all this luxury, it sounds more like you’re sponsoring a scammer.”
“Huh?” Ivy looked at Robin, puzzled. “Mr. Ramsey, do you… know something
know something I’m missing?
“Oh, by the way, when you and Marrisa went to Brighton University last time, did you meet Rhea?”
Robin shook his head. “No! I never involve myself in other people’s business.”
Catherine scoffed. “The person you met was probably a scam artist! A girl from the mountains who doesn’t appreciate the opportunity to study, taking money from her sponsor and wasting it on all these pointless things, it’s unheard of.
“Not long ago, I met a girl at Brighton University whose family was far from wealthy. She relied on her father’s lover to illegally get some money from the foundation and acted like a rich girl in school. Girls like that disgust me!
“She parades around with other people’s money, acting like she’s some kind of rich heiress.
“This girl takes money that doesn’t belong to her, flaunts it everywhere, and even bullies those weaker than her. It’s truly despicable!
“Unfortunately for her, she crossed paths with Robin and me. I made sure to deal with her right then and there!
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Catherine spoke about the situation at Brighton University, her eyes full of excitement.
The removal of that toxic element at Brighton University was the first act of heroism she had ever experienced in her life.
Catherine had always lived in her own world.
From childhood to adulthood, she only focused on things that concerned herself.
She never bothered with anything that didn’t directly affect her.
In her world, the Westeria Residence was all that mattered, everyone else was just like ants in her eyes.
No man or woman could ever capture her attention.
Until she met Robin in Dragon Ridge Valley. This man, so unlike any other, delivered a slap that instantly cleared the haze before her eyes.
In that instant, the door to her heart, once tightly sealed, creaked open just a crack.
During this time, as she followed Robin and observed his actions, her interest in him grew deeper.
Her first instinct told her that being with this man made the entire world seem more vibrant and full of possibilities.
The Brighton University incident made her suddenly realize just how valuable and fascinating power and strength could be when used in such a way.
Catherine continued, “Ivy, you come from a poor background too. You’ve worked hard to get where you are today, don’t let anyone deceive you, and never waste your money on meaningless things!”
Ivy smiled and replied, “Ms. McKay, what you’re talking about might be a special case. I believe that mosi- children from poor backgrounds understand the value of the help they receive.
“I just hope that the student I’m sponsoring, Rhea, can face her new life without any pressure.
“She will be able to walk through life with confidence, composure, and dignity.
“To be honest, although I’ve achieved some success and have a bit of money now, I still struggle with feelings of inferiority.”
Robin shook his head. “Not all children who’ve experienced poverty learn to appreciate what they Lave. In fact, many become more driven by greed.”
Ivy was taken aback for a moment. “Greed? Really? I find that hard to believe. From my perspective, those who’ve truly struggled with poverty should be the ones who appreciate what they have. It can’t be that bad,
can it?”
Robin pursed his lips. “Kindness isn’t determined by wealth or poverty.”
Catherine looked at Robin, nodding in agreement. “Ivy, if the student you’re sponsoring turns out to be like the person I dealt with, your money will have been used for something harmful.
“In that case, you’d have done something wrong.
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“Wrong?” Ivy asked, clearly surprised. “How could it be wrong? Mr. Ramsey, Ms. McKay, did I make a mistake?”
Catherine nodded, standing up and pacing the room with her hands clasped behind her back. She said solemnly. “If the girl you’re sponsoring turns out to be a greedy, malicious person, you’ll have raised a dangerous wolf.
“My grandfather used to say that truly wicked people are often born that way. No amount of kindness or goodness will ever change them.
the girl you’re sponsoring is like a venomous snake, she won’t be able to harm anyone when she’s weak id hungry, simply because she lacks the strength to do so.
“Once you provide her with the right circumstances, she’ll bare her fangs and prey on the innocent and
weak.
Tell me, if you’re sponsoring a poisonous snake, isn’t that fostering wrongdoing?”
Ivy suddenly realized. “You’re right. Now that you’ve put it like that, I get it.
“She invited me to their May gala at the school, but I wasn’t planning to go.
“I think I should go and see for myself. If it’s really as you say, I’ll stop funding her right away. I can’t assist her in doing evil!
“She’s asked me for 20,000 dollars this time, so I’ll send it to her for now.”
Catherine scoffed. “Honestly, I wouldn’t give her any more money this time. How could she need that much for college?
“When I went to university, my dad gave me 100,000 a month, and I didn’t even spend 2.000. I just understand what they’re doing at school that requires so much money.”
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Ding ding ding… The doorbell rang as they were talking.
“I’ll go check the door and see if Annie’s foster parents are back, Ivy said, signaling for them to sit for a moment as she headed to the door.
She opened the door to find a middle–aged man and woman standing outside, neither of whom she recognized.
“May I help you?” Ivy asked, noting that these two weren’t Annie’s foster parents, whom she had mer before.
“We’re looking for Annie. Open the door now, the middle–aged woman said impatiently.
“Annie? Are you a friend of hers?” Ivy asked, puzzled. She had met Annie’s friends before, but never anyone this old.
“We’re her biological parents. This is our home. Move aside!” The middle–aged couple sounded annoyed as they pushed past Ivy and walked into the room.
Their loud voices drew the attention of Robin and the others, who turned their gaze toward the door.
“Y–you’re Annie’s biological parents? What do you want with her?” Ivy asked, immediately on guard, still blocking their path.
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“Who are you? We’re her parents. What do you think we want? Of course, we’re here to ask her to take care of us in our old age and give her brother a house!”
“You want her to support you in your old age and give her brother a house?” Ivy was momentarily stunned. caught completely off guard.
Without thinking, she shot back. “You abandoned Annie when she was a child. Now you come to her asking for support in your old age and expect your son to take this house? Has Annie agreed to any of this?”
Whether she agrees or not is none of your concern!” Annie’s biological mother snapped, glaring at Ivy.
“She’s a celebrity now, and she bought a house. Of course, she should give it to us!
“Yesterday, I heard from people in the village that her foster brother receives a substantial compensation. That money should be ours as well!”
Ivy was shocked by the ridiculous things Annie’s biological parents were saying.
She blocked the door, refusing to let them in. “I’m sorry, I can’t let you in.”
“This is our house! Who do you think you are, trying to stop us?” They shoved Ivy aside and stormed into the room.
“Annie! Annie, come out here!” her biological mother yelled. “Your brother is about to get married. Give him this house! And that compensation your foster brother is getting, give it to us too! It’s money your foster parents owe us!”
Hearing the commotion, Annie rushed out of the room.
Seeing her biological parents in the living room, she was instantly furious. “I can’t believe this! How long are you going to keep harassing me?
“The moment you abandoned me as a child, I had nothing to do with you. And for years now, you’ve been relentlessly demanding money from my foster parents. How can you be so shameless?
“My foster parents are honest and kind, and they’ve already given you 40,000. Yet you’re still ungrateful! Why should I give you more money or a house? Get out of here!”
Her biological mother glared at her, yelling, “You should give me what you have now that you’re rich! I gave birth to you; your life is mine! If I hadn’t given birth to you, where would you be today?”
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The words of Annie’s biological parents shocked everyone in the room.
With so much shamelessness in the world, what she heard was the worst.
They abandoned her when she was still less than a year old.
The kind–hearted Crispin Howell and his family had adopted Annie, but her biological parents had the audacity to ask for money now.
This family was beyond shameless.
Tears streamed down Annie’s face as she bitterly shook her head. “You’re so cruel! After you abandoned me, you never came looking for me. If you hadn’t, perhaps I would have had many beautiful fantasies about you.
“Even if you found me again and at least thanked my adoptive parents like a decent person, I would have remembered you fondly.
“At least I wouldn’t hold a grudge about being abandoned.
“But now? What’s this? Why are you acting in such a shameless manner? Bullying my kind and honest adoptive parents?
“They’ve already given you 40,000 dollars!
“And now you come shamelessly asking for more, wanting my house and all my money. Have you no
shame?
“My brother had just passed away; my adoptive parents are still mourning, and you show up making this scene. Are you even human?
“Just leave. We owe you nothing!
“If there’s a debt, you owe me an apology, and you owe them a huge debt of gratitude!”
Gloria was enraged. She chided, “You heartless, ungrateful wretch! We’re your real parents; how can you speak up for those two rural people?”
Annie sneered coldly and retorted, “They may be from the countryside, but they are full of love and integrity. You pride yourselves on being noble, but what you’ve done is disgusting and shameful!
“Leave. You’re not welcome here. And let me make it clear, from this moment on, you’ll get nothing from
me!
Gloria spat venomously. “I gave birth to you; then you
our life belongs to me. If you won’t give us mone might as well give me your life!
“Your adoptive parents raised you, so of course, they must give us money.
“We originally just wanted you to disappear from this world, but they meddled and adopted you. Did they ask for our consent?
“Now, you’ve become a celebrity, bought a house, and have money. Your adoptive parents have received a large sum in compensation. How could you possibly spend all that money? Of course, you owe it to us!
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Your younger brother is about to get married. He needs a 100,000 for the betrothal gift, plus a house and car for the wedding. You must give all of it to us!
“After all, you owe us for giving birth to you.
“Otherwise, it would have been better off if you had died in the wilderness when you were little.”
Catherine had had enough. In a flash, she charged forward and slapped Gloria across the face.
“What trash are you? How dare you ask for money? You’ve got some nerve!
When you abandoned her, why didn’t you say this then?”
Gloria stood frozen, clutching her face, staring in shock at Catherine, who had stormed
“You two old sc’undrels, I was even considering finding you!
Where is the money you extorted from them? Give it to me!
“You shameless scoundrels, trying to extort money from those kind–hearted people!
up to her.
“In the next few days, I’ll send debt collectors after you. The total is 40,000 dollars. If you pay even a cent less. I’ll kill you!”
Catherine’s menacing tone surprised the couple. “Y–You… who are you?”
“Who I am doesn’t matter. What matters is that you dare to cause trouble here today. I’ll kill you on the spot!”
“You… How could a girl be so venomous?” Gloria said in a shaky voice.
“Tm taking my daughter’s money–what’s it to you? If I hadn’t given birth to her, would she have all this money today?
“You gave birth to her, then abandoned her. Her achievements have nothing to do with you. Parents who abandon their children don’t deserve to be called parents!” Vera retorted angrily.
Gloria’s argued back, “If I hadn’t abandoned her, would she have this success today?
“This was the hardship education we gave her! What do you know?”
“Oh, hell no!” Everyone in the room was speechless.
What on earth was she thinking?
Every argument turned logic upside down.
The absurdity of these words was so outrageous, it was beyond belief.
Gloria noticed everyone’s shocked expressions. Gloria continued, “The logic I’m using is applicable anywhere! I was an outstanding student from a middle–level vocational school!
“You must understand that students from my type of vocational school back then were just as respected as today’s graduates from top universities!”
Tm not like her adoptive parents–uneducated farmers!
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“Everything I say is reasonable and backed up by facts!
“If I hadn’t given birth to her, where would she be?
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“Without her, how would her adoptive parents have taken her in, raised her, and helped her become a
movie star?
“So, everything she has today should be mine!
Now that her younger brother is getting married, the house she bought should be ours!”
Her money should, of course, come to us too.
“Because everything she has was originally ours.
“I even consulted a lawyer about this matter.
“The lawyer told us that we have the right to ask our biological daughter for alimony.”
Vera shook her head and asked. “Which lawyer did you ask? A quack? What kind of twisted logic is this?”
“Who the hell are you? Stay out of our business!” Digby Howell, Annie’s biological father, yelled and pointed at Vera.
“We don’t care which lawyer you consulted! You both get out! This is our house, and our family doesn’t welcome you!”
Annie was nearly driven to madness,
You two are real swindlers! I’ve heard so many unreasonable things from you today, and I’m truly ashamed!
“Im ashamed to have you as my biological parents!
“Did you ever think, when you abandoned me, that if it weren’t for my adoptive parents, I would have been dead by now?
“Would I have what I have today? This house? My career as an actress? The money I earned from acting?
“They raised me, and now you come asking for money–what kind of robber logic is this?”
“You don’t deserve to be a parent!”
Gloria shrieked maliciously, “Do you know what heinous means? Disrespecting your biological parents is the ultimate unforgivable sin!
“I gave birth to you; your life and everything you have belong to me. I have every right to take your life”
now!”
With that, she raised her hand to slap Annie across the face..
“You two beasts deserve to die!” Robin snarled, gripped Gloria’s wrist, and made a cold–blooded statement.
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Annie’s biological parents were trembling with fear under Robin’s terrifying presence
“Y–You let go of me! How can you hit an elder?
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“Get out of here!” Robin released his grip, his voice low and threatening. “If you don’t leave now, I’ll throw
you out!”
“Y–You
authority.
are you Annie’s boyfriend?” Gloria glared at Robin. Once again, she exuded a superior, elder
“If you’re Annie’s boyfriend, then I’m your future mother–in–law. How dare you act so disrespectfully?” She
hissed.
“Listen, if you lay a hand on me again. I’ll never allow you to be with my daughter!” She continued, her voice rising.
“And if you want to marry her, at least give me 500,000 as a betrothal gift!”
Robin smiled coldly and said. “Even if I’m Annie’s boyfriend, you have no right to lecture me! You two trash! Get out of my way!”
Gloria was almost driven mad. She pointed at her and yelled, Annie, how could you choose such an uncultured boyfriend? I won’t allow you to be with him.”
“Call me names, and you’ll regret it!” Robin’s expression turned cold and he instructed, “Catherine, slap
her!”
“What?” Catherine hesitated for a moment, then slapped Gloria across the face. “Old hag. I would knock some sense into you!”
Gloria immediately collapsed onto the ground, wailing in agony. Tm dying here! You need to compensate
me.”
Digby pointed at Robin and Catherine, shouting. “You better pay for this! You almost killed my wife!”
Robin grabbed Digby by the collar and lifted him off the ground. He warned. “Are you going to leave or not? If not, I’ll throw you both out right now!”
The terrifying aura of Robin’s presence froze the couple in place.
Gloria scrambled to her feet, rolling over like a dog. “L–Let him go! We’ll leave. Let’s go!”
Robin released his hold. Digby crashed back to the ground, drenched in sweat.
The two of them fled the room in a panic.
Catherine turned to Robin, smiling. “This is how you deal with sem like them! These spineless fools only understand force. You have to stand your ground to put them in their place!
Annie, tomorrow I’ll make sure we get back every penny they extorted from your foster parents!
“These two old geezers don’t deserve a single cent!
“If they ever come around again, just call me. I’ll have their legs broken!
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“They abandoned you when you were young, and they come begging for you to take care of them when you make money. They even want money for their son?! I can’t believe this kind of shameless person exists in the world!
Annie, you should never pay them any attention!
Vera echoed angrily, “Annie, Catherine’s right!
“Don’t ever go soft on these lowlifes. They’ll push as far as you let them. They’re not your family; they’re your enemies!
“According to the villagers, wolves would have devoured you long ago if not for your foster parents. If that happened, where would you be now?
“Your life was given to you by your foster parents! If you let these people continue bullying you and your foster parents, it’s just wrong!
“Why should good people suffer? Robin, don’t you agree?”
“These people don’t deserve to live!” Robin shook his head and sank back into the couch.
Ivy patted Annie on the back, comforting her. “Annie, stop crying. Don’t let these awful people ruin your mood. Your foster parents will be here soon; they’ll be worried if they see you upset.
Annie agreed. “Okay, I’ll wash my face and tidy up. I’ll be right with you. I’m so glad to have you all by my
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Catherine glanced at Annie’s retreating figure, a trace of sympathy in her eyes.
She quickly ran to Robin’s side and asked. “Hey, Robin, how did I do today?”
Robin raised an eyebrow and glanced at Catherine, seeing the eager look in her eyes. “Let me guess, everything you do is just for show!”
“Of course!” Catherine sat beside him and said solemnly. To be exact, I do it for you! If you don’t watch me, what’s the point of doing any of this?”
Vera and Ivy exchanged glances, a flicker of something complex in their eyes.
“Come on, tell me, how did I do?” Catherine insisted.
Robin finally said, “You did great.”
“That’s better! Catherine beamed, clenching her fist in excitement. I’ll keep up the good work!”
The doorbell rang again, and Catherine immediately stood and rushed to the door.
She carefully peered through the peephole, then turned around and stated, “It’s not Annie’s biological parents, it’s her foster parents. I’ll open the door.”
She opened it to find Crispin and Skye Howell standing there. They bow respectfully. “Ms. McKay, you’re here early?”
Catherine said with a smile, “Yes, please come in.”
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Robin presented them with a bank card and a pension certificate. He said, “This is the pension and certificate for the late martyr, Santiago Howell. Please accept it.”
Crispin’s smile slowly faded as he held the certificate and card, tears welling in his eyes.
The couple rose to their feet and bowed deeply to Robin. “General Ramsey, thank you!
“If it weren’t for you, my son wouldn’t even have been able to come home yesterday,” he said, his voice Achoked.
Robin quickly stopped him. “Mr. Crispin, this is the least I can do. You’re too polite. Santiago was our comrade, and comrades are family. No need for thanks!”
Crispin gripped Robin’s hand tightly. He struggled with words and tears silently streaming down his face.
Robin took a deep breath and said, “Mr. Crispin, we won’t keep you any longer. I have things to attend to. but we’ll come by another time to check on you both.”
Annie didn’t press for them to stay, knowing her foster parents would worry if they saw her upset. She didn’t invite them to stay for dinner.
As they left Annie’s house, Vera linked arms with Catherine, and the two were having a delightful
conversation.
“Robin, my treat tonight. Let’s have dinner together nearby?”
“Sure, Robin nodded, noticing the eager look on Catherine’s face as she caught up with Vera.
The group didn’t drive; they headed straight into a hotel across from Brookhaven Residence.
After being beaten by Robin and Catherine, Annie’s biological parents left Brookhaven Residence, still grumbling along the way.
“This isn’t the end of it! We couldn’t let this happen.”
“My own daughter’s making so much money, and those rednecks shouldn’t get a penny!”
“Our son said we can get the media to expose how Annie refuses to support us!”
“Then everyone will know she’s an ungrateful daughter!”
“I bet she won’t dare refuse us money again!”
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In the private room 204 at the Brookhaven Resort, located opposite the Brookhaven Club, Vera ordered a feast of seafood.
The table was laden with various dishes, but the group remained silent, each lost in thoughts.
The issues surrounding Annie’s family were weighing heavily on their minds.
Meeting Annie’s biological parents was like swallowing a rotten fly–disgusting and unsettling.
Despite the delicious spread before them, they were unappetizing.
The TV in the corner of the room was broadcasting the news.
The report covered the bankruptcy of Wood Group, a once highly successful company that had been part of the top 500 in the country.
Catherine watched the news and broke the silence. “Did you know? The Lynches, one of Brighton’s five prominent families, used to own Wood Group.
“It was once so prestigious,” She continued, “but now it’s all fallen apart because of that j*rk, Jamie.”
Vera raised an eyebrow, staring at the screen. “Was that the Lynches‘ company?” She looked more closely.” her expression turning disdainful.
“That spoiled brat is going to ruin his family completely.”
Catherine nodded and continued, “Before Steven fell ill, his eldest son, Kenneth Lynch, managed their business empire. Wood Group’s annual sales were among the top three in the region.
“Ohce Steven got sick, the family began to decline,” she added.
“In recent years, Kenneth has been running the family business alone, and the total market value of their companies has dropped by more than half.
“The Lynch Group was always more of a name than a true force. It doesn’t even come close to the strength of the other prestigious families of Brighton.
“But recently, I’ve heard rumors in the elite circles of Brighton, Catherine continued, “that the Lynches have come up with a new strategy to save themselves. They’re trying to revive the Lynch Group.”
“Save them?” Vera raised her eyebrows, intrigued.
The Lynches were once so powerful, but now seemed to be sinking deeper into decay.
Not long ago, Jamie had strutted into Harmonfield, exuding the same arrogance as always, as if the Lynches were still as mighty as in their prime.
He had the nerve to claim that Silva Group, which Vera’s mother had built, was part of their empire. Even their butler was involved.
They even sent killers to assassinate Vera in an attempt to steal Silva Group’s assets.
In reality, the Lynches had fallen so far that they were at a loss for what to do.
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“The Lynches are now trying to use their connection with Northlorn Residence to get back on their feet, Catherine explained. “They’re hoping a marriage alliance will give them the boost they need, using Northlorn’s powerful connections across the country and beyond.
She glanced at Robin and added, “Since you took Hendrix down at Springbrooke Private Club, he’s been recovering at home, still struggling to regain his full strength. Orson had even planned to ground him for three years to break his bad habits.
When the Lynches heard about this, they sent someone to negotiate with Northlorn, hoping to secure a narriage between Hendrix and one of their daughters,” Catherine said.
They think that if Hendrix gets married, maybe he’ll mature and stop causing so much trouble.
“I heard this marriage alliance is causing quite a stir in Brighton,” she added.
“People are suddenly taking the once–mocked Lynches seriously again. With Northlorn’s backing, it looks like they might have a chance to rise again.
Ivy pursed her lips and said, “These rich families really have it tough, don’t they? They’ll do anything to keep their status.
“Which of the Lynches‘ daughters is going to marry that little imp from Northlorn?” she asked.
“The Lynches have several daughters around the same age; three of them received their education both abroad and in the country,” Catherine shook her head. However, they have not yet revealed which daughter will marry the Chandlers.
“Word is, none of the Lynches‘ daughters want to marry that Imp, Catherine said with a smirk.
“Everyone in Brighton knows how much of a je k he is. Whoever marries him might as well kiss their life goodbye.”
Vera chose not to comment further on the Lynches.
The topic was dropped.
The new report on Wood Group had been wrapped up on the TV.
Suddenly, the news feed switched to a live broadcast of Brookhaven TV’s legal segment.
Craign, the host, was reporting on a new case concerning Annie’s biological parents, who were demanding support for their old age.
Catherine stared at the screen for a while.
“Can you believe it? Annie’s biological parents actually brought in the media? How shameless can they get?”
Robin glanced up at the screen.
Apnic’s biological parents were seen crying to the reporters, accompanied by a young man–likely their
son.
They were accusing Annie of being ungrateful and neglecting her duty to care for them.
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Annie’s parents‘ demands for support in their old age quickly captured the attention of the entire city and even the entire internet.
These old fools are beyond shameless! We should take them out just now!” Catherine fumed, pointing at
the TV.
The host spoke to the camera with deep outrage.
“Ladies and gentlemen, today we have received a breaking news tip about an elderly couple demanding financial support from their ungrateful daughter.
The daughter in question is a top–tier film star.
“Once she came into money, she bought a beautiful house and enjoyed a lavish life all on her own, but she refused to bring her elderly parents to live with her.
“These elderly parents, who have modest incomes and are also supporting a son, are struggling to make ends meet. They are asking their daughter for a bit of financial help.
“But this wealthy daughter, despite her fortune, refuses to help them. Not only does she refuse to care for them in their old age, but she won’t even give them a single penny.
“Ladies and gentlemen, our country has always been a society that values respect and honor for our elders. Filial piety is at the core of our values.
“A child who does not honor their parents is not worthy.
“Failing to show filial piety is one of the greatest wrongs in this world.
“Today, we will follow this elderly couple to their daughter’s house and see what kind of person this daughter truly is.
“From what I know, this film star makes a considerable income, nearly a million dollars a year.
“With such a high income, she refuses to show any respect to her parents and won’t even support her brother with a single penny.
“Ladies and gentlemen, let’s follow this elderly couple as they visit their daughter. We will ask this celebrity how she could have achieved anything without her parents‘ support.”
Robin furrowed his brow slightly and said, “Looks like this host doesn’t deserve the position he’s inHow can someone with such unclear values and inadequate ability have a successful career or life?
“Taking everything at face value and letting subjective assumptions run wild–he’s even worse than Annie’s biological parents!”
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On the TV screen, Craig stood at the doorstep of Annie’s apartment, accompanied by her biological parents, her younger brother, and a group of reporters
They knocked on the door.
Inside, Annie was quietly arranging photos of Santiago from his time in the military, placing them into an album alongside her adoptive parents.
Mom, Dad, you can live here from now on.” Annie said. She put her arm around her parents as she sat between them, just as she had when she was a child.
“I’ll be home to spend time with you once I finish filming. And if it’s convenient. I can even take you to the
set to see where I work.
“From now on, I want you both to be happy. Don’t worry about money; I can make a lot of it.
“And when I have time, I want to take you both on a trip to see places you’ve never seen before. You both worked so hard for me and Santiago when we were younger. It’s time for you to enjoy life now.”
Gloria stroked Annie’s hair, her eyes brimming with tears. “My daughter has grown up! If only Santiago were here too, our family would be complete.
“Even though you’re not my biological child, I fell in love with you the moment your father and brother brought you home that year. We’re bound by fate, you and I!”
Annie snuggled into Skye’s embrace, feeling the warmth that had never fully faded over the
Bang! Bang! Bang!
A series of loud knocks shattered the peaceful moment.
Annie quickly fixed her hair and straightened her clothes before opening the door.
Suddenly, she found herself the target of dozens of cameras and spotlights.
years.
She tried to shut the door again, but her biological parents rushed forward and forced it open.
“Are you Ms. Annie Howell?” The reporter, who was in his thirties, asked the question bluntly.
Annie nodded, realization dawning at the sight of her biological parents and brother.
She was surprised that so many reporters had also shown up.
The situation was clear; they were determined to take the house from her.
“Hello, I’m Craig Lovatt, the head of the legal affairs department at Brookhaven TV, the host introduced-
himself.
“We received a tip from your biological parents and brother, and we’re here to help them fight for their
rights.
Annie stood frozen. She asked stupidly. “Fight for their rights? What rights?
“They abandoned me when I was less than one year old. And now, they’ve come to claim their rights. It’s
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Despite her words, the reporters didn’t leave. Instead, they began to move into the room, forcing Annie
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Craig said solemnly, “As a well–known movie star, don’t you think it’s inappropriate to say those words? I’ve already learned about the issues between you and your parents.
“They were too poor to raise you, so they abandoned you. You’re a public figure now. If you continue to hold grudges over the minor details and avoid supporting your biological parents, it won’t reflect well on
you.
“You’re wealthy and fully capable of helping them. You should be giving them some money to help with their old age and assist your brother.”
“Stop talking!” Annie interrupted sharply. “When they abandoned me all those years ago, we severed all ties. We have nothing to do with each other anymore.
Gloria shouted furiously, “Annie, did your adoptive parents teach you to say this? They’re lying to you!
“I know they just received a large pension, and now that you’re rich and have a house, they think they can take it all. Annie, don’t be a fool–everything belongs to us. You want to let those poor people live in your house? Are you out of your mind?
“Your brother is about to get married and still doesn’t have a job. Can you really watch him struggle to find a wife?
“Listen to your mother; our house and money should never go to them. We’re your real family. No matter how much you love your adoptive parents, they’re strangers. They can’t be trusted.”
Annie sneered coldly and asked, “If I had no money and was drowning in debt, would you even recognize me? That’s enough; you should leave now, I would rather donate all my money and property than give it
to you.”
The drama quickly spread across the internet.
Viewers flooded social media with their opinions.
“This actress is called Annie, right? I think she just became famous recently.”
“Female actors are always having an indecent life. Who knows what rich guy or director she’s sleeping with to get this far
“Look at her attitude. She doesn’t even support her biological parents. What a terrible person! A monster!”
“Her biological mother is right! If she wasn’t born, where would she be today? Her life belongs to her real mother!”
“They probably abandoned her as a child due to their poverty, but without that, they would have all starved Maybe abandoning her was the right thing to do after all.”
“I say, even though they abandoned her, she should still repay them for giving her life.
“Her adoptive parents have their own selfish motives too.”
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At that moment. Catherine, staying at Brookhaven Resort, slammed her fist on the table. These two old fools are beyond reason. I’m going to go over there and knock some sense into them!”
“The head of this news department is a jerk. How can they report this nonsense?
“Robin, let’s go!
Robin watched the live broadcast of Annie’s parents causing a scene and sighed. “Let’s go. How can there be such shameless people in this world?”
Vera, looking at the online comments, was furious. “Some trolls are still bashing Annie!”
“Aman named ‘Holmes‘ is advising Annie to return her life to her biological parents if she is unable to care for them!
“Worse yet, someone named ‘Pine24‘ is claiming this whole incident is just a stunt to boost her popularity. using her biological parents for publicity.”
Ivy gasped and said, “Look, her biological parents are kneeling to Annie!”
Vera was enraged. “This kneeling is just going to make everyone online turn against Annie! They’re even threatening to boycott her movies and her production company!
“They’re demanding that Annie give her life back to her biological parents.
“Aren’t these people vicious?
“How can they say such things?”
Ivy screamed, “Gosh! Skye’s having a heart attack! Mr. Ramsey, we need
to hurry! This might get out of
control!”
“Oh! Mr. Crispin, too. He has fallen to the ground and appears to be spitting blood.”
Ivy ran in distress, crying out, “Mr. Ramsey!”
She stared in despair at her phone screen, collapsing to the ground. “Annie j
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Ivy’s desperate cries stunned Robin, Vera, and Catherine.
Robin immediately turned and helped Ivy to her feet, grabbing her phone.
On the screen, footage of Annie just before she jumped from the building was playing.
The video showed Annie fiercely rejecting her biological parents and brother’s demands for a house. Her parents had suddenly fallen to their knees, feigning helplessness.
That kneeling sent the entire internet into a frenzy, attacking Annie.
A user named Holmes angrily wrote, “This woman doesn’t deserve to be human! She’s so selfish! For a little money, she forced her own parents to kneel and beg. How despicable!
“She’s earning a lot of money as an actress, yet she chooses to spend it on parties instead of supporting her own parents!”
“This kind of woman doesn’t deserve to be a movie star. We should boycott garbage like her!”
“A rumor says she’s having an affair with a man named Robin, who is just a kept man.”
Another internet user, Purr, fired back with even more vitriol. “Anyone who doesn’t support their own parents is an animal! I don’t understand how someone like her can have so many fans or earn so much!
“We must strongly ban the celebrity with such poor character!
“Without her parents, where would she be today? She should die!
“Now, she’s with this Robin and has forgotten her own biological parents. She’s just a promiscuous actress!
“If she doesn’t give her parents support, she should give them back her life!”
Another comment from a user named DripDrip mocked her foster parents: “Her foster parents are nothing but bloodsuckers! They raised someone else’s child solely to profit from her.”
Upon seeing this, Robin’s eyes flashed with a cold fury,
He pulled out his phone and sent a message to an underground assassin network. “Capture these trolls and bring them to Brookhaven Club!”
The phone kept replaying the footage of Annie’s biological parents.
“I gave birth to you and was forced to send you away because we had no way to survive. Due to our extreme poverty, we were unable to keep you with us.
“We had no choice but to send you away. We had no other options.
“We never expected you’d survive and even make so much money. That proves our decision was right.
“Today, in front of all these reporters, I want to say that if I hadn’t abandoned you, you wouldn’t have become what you are today.”
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Vera gritted her teeth in rage and cursed. “M*therfucker! How much lower can you sink? You forced your own daughter to die for money!”
The video showed Annie’s foster parents stepping into the room, shocked by what they were witnessing.
Gloria pointed at them angrily and chided, “You two hillbillies are despicable! You had led my daughter astray and taught her to reject her own mother!
“Look at these reporters–these are the rednecks who picked up my daughter!
They just want to steal our house and money, and that’s why my daughter rejects me!
Annie, kick them out of this house! This is our home! They are lying to you!
“If you choose them as your parents and abandon your real mother, then you should return your life to me! I gave it to you!”
Annie’s brother held out his phone and shoved the comments in her face.
“Look at what the internet users are saying about you!
“If you don’t give us the house and money, you should give Mom your life back!”
Crispin was an honest farmer. At this point, he could no longer hold back his anger.
“Y–you! How could you be so vicious? Annie is your real daughter and your sister! Are you not afraid of karma for cursing her like this?”
Skye trembled with rage and declared, “Annie is my daughter, and I won’t let you bully her! Get out of here! If you keep insulting her, I–I’ll fight you all!”
But just then, Skye suddenly clutched her chest, breathing heavily.
Annie rushed forward to help her. ‘Dad, where’s Mom’s medicine?”
Crispin ran back into the house to fetch the medicine.
By the time he returned, his wife had passed away.
Crispin collapsed in grief.
This kind–hearted elderly couple had just lost their son the day before and hadn’t yet recovered from their immense sorrow.
With the continued malicious actions of Annie’s biological parents, Skye had been deeply affected, and the stress caused a fatal heart attack.
Annie held her foster mother tightly, frantically pointing at her real mother. She said, “You’re so vicious! You killed her! You won’t have peace!
“You wapted money and my house, don’t you? Dream on!
“You want my life? Fine, I’ll give it back to you now!”
Before anyone could react, in a fit of unbearable sorrow, Annie rushed to the balcony and leaped from the 20th floor, ending her young life.
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The media present were stunned.
They never imagined that the interview would end in such a way.
The large room fell into an eerie silence.
Yet, the online trolls continued to spew venom, excited by the drama unfolding.
“This is just a movie set. She’s really good at acting; is there a safety cushion below? Haha.” Quick, switch the camera to ground level. Let’s see if she’s really dead or just faking it.”
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Meanwhile, Robin had already arrived at Brookhaven Residence.
He looked at the cruel comments on his phone, grinding his teeth.
With a stomp of his foot, the cement road cracked and shattered beneath him.
Onlookers crowded the area outside Brookhaven Residence.
Robin pushed through the crowd, rushing downstairs.
Annie’s body lay lifeless on the ground, her bones shattered.
During her fall from the 20th floor, she had first crashed into a tree, softening the blow before hitting the ground.
While her head wasn’t injured, all of her bones had been crushed.
The ambulance had arrived first, and several doctors immediately began to perform emergency procedures.
They eventually declared Annie dead, with no heartbeat or vital signs remaining.
Robin stepped forward, blocking the hospital staff who were about to move her. “Leave her!”
“Who are you?” The paramedics asked.
“Put her down! Didn’t you hear me?” Robin’s terrifying presence made the doctors and nurses freeze, and they instinctively set the stretcher down.
Catherine stepped forward and pushed them aside. “Move! He’s a general from the Special Operations Military Region! Annie is his comrade’s sister. You all need to get out of the way!”
The doctors quickly backed off.
One middle–aged doctor in his 40s stepped forward. “General, please calm down. She’s gone. You should focus on the next steps”
Robin ignored him and checked Annie’s eyes.
The doctor persisted, “General, please, she really is gone.”
“Get out of the way! Catherine shoved him aside.
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Robin pulled out a silver needle and pierced it into Annie’s navel, locking her vitality.
Catherine moved closer and asked cautiously. “Robin, do you think Annie can be saved?”
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