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River explained, “I have a lot of work to catch up on at the company, so I won’t be able to make it.”
Scott pondered briefly. “Have you heard about the Xanders‘ 100th–anniversary celebration?”
*100th–anniversary celebration? I had no idea. How did you find out?”
Scott shared, “I heard from my colleagues. Mr. Xander Sr. considers the 100th–anniversary celebration extremely important. I think it’s happening next month. Would you consider exposing Daniella then?”
River smiled. “Thank you, Scott. This is valuable information.”
Scott smiled back. ‘Don’t mention it. I’ve been a burden this time,”
“Don’t say that. Are you hungry? Would you like something to eat?‘ River offered.
River returned to Bayview Villa at 10:00 p.m.
Kenny and the two children were already awake and rushed to greet her.
“Mommy! You’re finally home. Did you manage to finish everything you needed to do today?” Liora exclaimed.
River exclaimed, “I’m finished. Why are you still awake?”
Kenny leaned against the wall and said, “Did you forget it’s Saturday tomorrow?”
River led the children into the living room, sat on the couch, and said, “I actually did. Could someone get me a drink, please?”
Tyler stood up, volunteering. I can do it.”
In no time, Tyler returned with a glass of juice.
“Thanks, dear.” River gulped it down.
Kenny swiftly took the glass. “Why the rush? You’ll choke.”
“I’m really thirsty. I’ve been shuttling between the police station and the hospital because Scott was in at car accident.”
“A car accident?!” the kids and Kenny exclaimed.
River smiled with frustration. “Thankfully, he’s just concussed, even though his car flipped.”
Kenny sat down next to River, astonished. “Is he badly hurt?”
“Just a mild concussion. River proceeded to recount the accident to Kenny.
Kenny’s jaw dropped as he listened.
With a sigh, Kenny muttered, “Wow, Scott’s lucky. The saying ‘good deeds bring good rewards‘ seems to hold true.”
Tyler mischievously asked, “So, what’s the plan, Uncle Kenny?”
Kenny thought for a moment. “Maybe I should get a string of rosary beads to pray.”
River and the kids glanced at Kenny simultaneously.
Kenny noticed their gaze. “Why are you all looking at me like that?”
Without uttering a word, they turned and headed upstairs.
Kenny called out in puzzlement, “Hey, what’s going on? Talk to me!”
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On Saturday, River woke up at 6:00 a.m. to prepare breakfast for Scott. She glanced out the living room window and saw Eira and the children training.
Noticing breakfast already set on the dining table, she packed some into an insulated container. Just as she was about to sit down and call the kids in for breakfast, her phone rang, and she saw Paige’s name on the screen.
Paige sounded anxious. “River, I’ve found evidence!
River sat up straight. “Tell me, what’s going on?”
Paige continued. “Finn received a large sum of money in his bank account last night, and it came from an MK employee. They looked into the employee’s account, but there haven’t been any significant transactions recently.”
River frowned but didn’t say anything
“River, how can an ordinary employee have 140,000 dollars in cash? Paige asked.
River clenched her fist and took a deep breath. “I doubt Noah would leave such a careless trail.”
“He’s not foolish. That’s why he used cash. But he probably didn’t expect the employee to make such a foolish bank transfer,” Paige explained
River pursed her lips, sensing something fishy about this. But how could she not be suspicious when the evidence pointed at an MK employee?
She struggled to stay calm. “Paige, this isn’t conclusive evidence. Find out who Finn has been in contact with since returning to the country last year.”
Paige was puzzled. “River, are you still trying to defend Noah? The evidence is right in front of you!”
“I’m not defending him, but I have a feeling this isn’t as straightforward as it seems,” River replied. She added, “All these events seem directed at me, but haven’t you noticed they also target him?”
Paige felt confused. “What do you mean by targeting him as well?” she asked.
River explained, “Noah has been in pain since Jamie’s passing, which led him to suspect me. Then, Lily’s death caused me great pain and made me suspect Noah. And now, there’s Scott’s matter.”
Paige’s concern deepened. “Are you suggesting that someone might be secretly trying to manipulate your relationship?”
River replied, “I can’t be certain, but it’s possible. We need to investigate this first.” She was now fully calm.
Paige agreed. “Sure. Just give me some time.”
At Grand East Hospital.
Noah arrived at Axel’s room with soup from the nanny. Axel had not slept all night, evident from the dark circles under his eyes.
“Noah, I need to go home and get some sleep. I’ll leave the rest to you,” Alex said as he stood up wearily.
Noah placed the soup on the bedside table and inquired, “Was Axel still feeling unwell last night?”
Alex nodded. “He was better than during the day. He ate a lot of orange slices that I peeled for him. I just didn’t dare to sleep.”
Noah nodded and spoke in a deep voice. “Thank you for your help. You should head home now.”
Alex nodded and left.
Noah was about to wake Axel when his phone vibrated, prompting him to step outside to answer Reuben’s call.
Noah asked sternly, “Have you found anything?”
Reuben reported, “Mr. De Marco, while Finn didn’t explicitly mention your name, he behaved evasively when
Ms. Healy mentioned you. Additionally, we discovered that an administrative employee of MK
transferred 140,000 dollars to Finn.”
Noah narrowed his eyes. “Have you checked his bank account?”
Reuben confirmed, “Yes, it’s clean. I believe the employee gave him 140,000 dollars in cash for the task.”
Noah responded coldly. “The person orchestrating this is clearly targeting me. Find out who Finn has been closely interacting with in the past four months. Also, bring the employee to me.”
Reuben acknowledged, “Yes, sir!”
River took the children to Scott’s room at Novamere Hospital, but he was not there.
“Papa Wilson is still wandering around when he’s unwell!” Liora exclaimed with her hands on her hips.
Tyler patted her head and said, “I told you to study more, but you didn’t listen. Instead, you spent your time playing with Legos.”
Liora covered her head and glared at Tyler. “Just say it if you know something.”
Tyler said, “He’s out for tests. Don’t forget that Papa Wilson has a concussion.” He raised an eyebrow at
Liora.
Liora admitted, “I… I know that, too! I’m just too lazy to think about it!”
River smiled as she watched the two children quarreling. Their adorable argument dispelled her bad mood.
River intervened, “Alright, let’s not quarrel any more, or the nurse will scold you…”
Suddenly, Liora exclaimed, “Uncle Neil!”
River turned and saw Neil standing behind them.
“Neil-‘ River said, but Liora ran toward him before she could finish her sentence.
Neil hurriedly picked her up and cautioned, “Don’t run so fast, Lia. It’s dangerous.”
Liora leaned against Neil’s shoulder and said, “I missed you so much…”
Neil affectionately caressed her head and glanced at River. “I’m here to visit Scott. Is he not here?”
River explained, “He’s probably out for some tests. We’ll wait for him.” Nell nodded and settled down with Liora in his arms while River joined Tyler on the sofa.
Neil asked, “Has the culprit been found?”
River said, “I went to the police station last night…”
She stopped as she heard approaching footsteps.
They turned toward the sound and spotted a nurse wheeling Scott back into the room, causing River to withhold her words.
She exchanged a glance with Neil, silently postponing their discussion.
Neil nodded and turned his attention to Scott, asking. “How do you feel?‘
Scott smiled faintly. “I feel much better. It wasn’t anything serious from the start.”
River chimed in. “I brought you breakfast. You should eat… some.”
Scott wheeled himself closer, remarking, “I was planning to grab a bite in the cafeteria after the tests earlier, but it seems unnecessary now.”
Liora hurried over to Scott, focusing on his legs beneath the thin blanket, and greeted, “Papa Wilson.”
Scott inquired, “Hmm?”
Liora asked, “Why are you in a wheelchair when your head is unwell?‘
Scott pushed the blanket aside, revealing his bandaged ankle, and explained, “I sprained my ankle, and it’s swollen. Using a wheelchair helps with my recovery.”
River was taken aback. She rose from her seat and said, “Why didn’t you tell me this last night?”
Scott looked away and replied, “Why burden you further when you’re already swamped with work?”