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Annoyed, Paige returned the clothes to the rack and glared at Daniella. “Don’t force me to publicly humiliate you!”
However, Daniella brushed off Paige’s words and continued to criticize River.
“These clothes aren’t cheap, but I suppose it’s only fitting. I’m sure you’ve made quite a lot of money by selling your body during your three–year affair with Noah.”
River shot Daniella a cold glare. “I guess I didn’t slap you hard enough the other day. You seem to be itching for more, aren’t you?”
A hint of panic flickered in Daniella’s eyes before she regained her composure. “Go ahead, try slapping me if you dare!”
“Do the Xanders know how arrogant you are?”
River glanced at the expressionless bodyguards.
Daniella chuckled and asked, “Mateo, Felix, would you testify against me?”
“No, miss,” the two bodyguards replied in unison.
Daniella let out a burst of unscrupulous laughter. “Did you hear that? Trust me, they will take action against you if you dare to touch me now. Tsk! Even if you accidentally die right now, nothing will happen to me.”
“The Xander family may protect you, but Noah will despise you to the core,” River replied calmly.
Daniella’s lips twitched, and her gaze turned malicious.
“What else can you do besides shamelessly using Noah to suppress me?”
River cracked a faint smile. “It’s more than enough that he can suppress you, isn’t it?”
Biting her lip, a wave of deep anger surged within Daniella. “My grandfather won’t let you get away with this. Just wait and see.
“Oh,” River responded expressionlessly.
Infuriated, Daniella stormed away from the scene.
Curiosity got the better of Paige, and she asked, “Did you really slap her?”
River nodded. “I did let out my anger after you left the other day.”
Paige grabbed River in agitation and shook her. “Next time, let me join in if there’s a chance like that!”
River was greatly shocked by Paige’s enthusiasm. ‘What’s so interesting about that?‘
In the president’s office at MK Corporation,
Reuben knocked on the door before entering Noah’s office with some information in hand.
Approaching Noah’s desk, he placed the gathered information on it. “Mr. De Marco, this is the information regarding Ms. Healy’s hospitalization.”
Noah took the documents and opened them, glancing through the contents.
When he saw the test report, his brows furrowed deeply.
“Memory loss due to a high fever?”
Reuben confirmed, “Yes. It’s stated that Ms. Healy was hospitalized for half a month after a severe fever, and she experienced memory loss once it subsided. Mr. De Marco, there’s another page.
Noah turned to the second page. As he read about the recorded incident, his expression instantly turned somber.
“Did she endure some form of violence?”
Reuben explained, “It’s unclear whether it was violence or not. When she was admitted to the hospital, her body was covered with bruises.”
Noah tightly grasped the information, his heart skipping a beat. Simultaneously, the coldness in his eyes deepened. ‘What the hell did she go through in her past?‘
“What about the investigation into her teachers at the time?” Noah set the document aside, his handsome face filled with seriousness.
Reuben replied, “I managed to contact three teachers, but they claim to have no recollection of it.
Mr. De Marco, most of the information has been lost. We need more time to reach the remaining teachers.”
Noah rubbed his forehead wearily.
“Alright, continue looking into it.”
However, Reuben hesitated and remained in place, his expression embarrassed. He looked at Noah
Noah raised his head and spoke coldly, “Go on.”
Reuben took a discreet breath. “Cecilia informed me that Ms. Love contacted her, asking for a way to lure Ms. Healy to the company. The timing coincides with when the secret was stolen.”
Noah’s handsome face turned extremely dark and cold. “Noted.”
At six o’clock in the evening, Noah invited Daniella to have dinner at a restaurant.
Daniella spent a lot of effort dressing up before she went to meet Noah.
She entered the private room and saw Noah sitting on the sofa, wearing a black coat and a somber expression.
Naturally, she felt a tinge of nervousness.
“Noah… I’m here,” Daniella forced a tender smile, but Noah gave her a cold glance.
“Sit down.”
Daniella took her seat and discreetly observed Noah.
With deep concern, she said, “Noah, it seems like you’re not in a good mood.”
However, Noah ignored her and picked up a folder from beside him, throwing it at Daniella. “You need to explain this.”
She was taken aback before opening the folder. As she read its contents, her expression stiffened slightly. Soon, her eyes turned scarlet.
Biting her lip, she set the document down and began to sob. “Noah, do you suspect me?”
“Why did you arrange for River to come to the company?” Noah’s voice had a sinister and icy tone.
Daniella’s tears flowed even more profusely. “Yes, it was me who asked the young secretary to bring River to the company, but I did it for you. They told me that you weren’t satisfied with their work after River left. So, I thought it would be nice for her to join the company and help. That’s why I had the young secretary lie to River. Noah, I don’t want to see you unhappy every day Your mood affects your health, and I want to take care of you.”
Her explanation seemed flawless.
Doubt still lingered in Noah’s mind. “You better not be lying to me.”
Daniella wiped away her tears. “I’m carrying your child. Why would I jeopardize the company and sell its secrets?”
“I don’t recall ever telling you about what happened to the company.‘ Noah said as he glared at her
Daniella suddenly clenched her fists tightly under the table. “Even though I’m on maternity leave,
I still keep track of the company’s inside information. I didn’t tell you about the incident earlier because I didn’t want to trouble you further.”
Noah tapped his knee agitatedly and said, “Don’t make up an excuse to see River next time.”
“Why are you defending her, Noah? Is there something I don’t do well enough?” Daniella sobbed, her makeup running down her face.
Changing the subject, Noah said, “You shall rest at Xander Residence during your pregnancy.”
Unable to control herself, Daniella questioned, “Are you not planning to let me come home, Noah?
This is our baby.”
Noah’s handsome face turned cold with her persistent inquiries. “I will call off the engagement and raise the child myself if you continue like this.”
He stood up and walked away, leaving Daniella in tears.
‘It’s all River’s fault! She must die!‘ she roared inwardly.
With teary eyes, Daniella returned to Xander Residence.
Grayson was not home, but Neil was in the living room.
Although Neil disliked her, Daniella knew she had to try.
“Hello, my brother,” she said softly.
“I’m not your brother.” Neil glanced at her and continued reading his magazine.
Daniella clenched her fists. “I know you don’t like me, but our DNA is a 99% match.
“You can falsify the DNA result.” Neil put down the magazine, stood up, and approached her.”
Daniella, my mother didn’t indirectly harm others like you!”
Daniella gnashed her teeth. “My brother, aren’t you worried that you’ll piss our grandfather off for saying this?”
The door opened as soon as her voice faded.
Grayson walked into the house, talking on the phone. He immediately hung up the call after seeing Daniella’s tear–reddened eyes. 1
He said, “Who bullied you, Ella?”
Daniella began to shed tears once again. “Noah threatened to call off the marriage because of
River, Grandpa.”
“What the heck is going on?” Grayson’s voice rose in pitch.
Daniella recounted the event. “Am I really bad, Grandpa…”
Neil’s expression turned solemn after witnessing Daniella’s pretentiousness. He suppressed his anger and said, “I’m going upstairs, Grandpa!”