Chapter 380 Getting More Mysterious
Eleanor’s information sparked a bold idea. I knew Matthew liked cutting costs because he constantly sought to reduce expenses and increase profits. It was a perfect vulnerability to use against him
I recalled advising him not to focus solely on profits. After all, being consumed by greed would only lead
to failure. I remember Matthew scoffing at me, calling women timid and having no foresight.
He even pointed to his head, telling me to use my brain. It seemed he would fall to his doom because of it
I couldn’t help but feel delighted with a plan in place.
At that moment, my mom entered with Ava. Upon seeing my arm, my mom’s eyes welled with tears. “Your
were just about to leave, but you’re in here again. Nothing good ever comes from those two.
Ava approached my bedside and touched my arm “Mommy, does it hurt here? Let me blow on it, and it won’t hurt anymore!”
“The Murphys just make me mad! My mom couldn’t restrain her anger.
“It doesn’t hurt much. It’s just a tiny fracture. The doctor said it would heal quickly. Luckily, my bone didn’t break.” I casually remarked
My dad and Ryan then entered together, both glancing at my arm. “Chloe, the next time you see them, just walk away.”
I smiled helplessly, “Where can I hide? It was an accident I wouldn’t have gotten injured if I hadn’t feared
he baby might fall. The baby is still too young. I couldn’t just stand and watch.”
Eleanor looked at me approvingly. “Chloe’s just too kind. If it were someone else, they wouldn’t care their enemy’s baby fell.”
“But that’s not right. The adults have issues, so we can’t take it out on the baby. The baby was innocent,” my dad added, “We can endure a little suffering, but we must keep a clear conscience.”
because I had unexpectedly developed close collaborations with those media outlets. I couldn’t do
anything if they thought of me a certain way.
Plus, it could benefit me, so I had no reason to shut them out. As a result. I became increasingly mysterious to the public eye. The authorities even punished the troublemakers and internet trolls accordingly.
Still, the banquet incident hadn’t subsided yet. My popularity remained high with Noel’s heartwarming reports. It attracted numerous journalists who discussed spreading positivity. Soon, I received a call from Atticus before I could thank him for dispatching his bodyguards to protect me.
Therefore, I quickly told Carol to drive me to Vanderberg Palace.
I liked that place, thanks to him. It was peaceful and perfect for discussing things. Plus, it was in the commercial center and easy to reach.
Upon entering the place, the receptionist informed me that Atticus was waiting in the Spring Hall. After expressing my gratitude, I headed toward the second floor.
When I entered after hearing Atticus’s response, I saw him and a beautiful woman sitting inside.
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