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When a group of reporters outside saw her figure, they immediately surrounded her. “Lizzie, you’re finally back from Drildool. We heard you’ve funded the construction of more than ten schools and over 20 hospitals. In addition, you’ve also donated to the maintenance of the local roads. You must’ve had it tough during that time.”
Under the spotlights, Charity was wearing a light blue T-shirt and a pair of jeans. Her skin was not as fair as before, and her hair was cut short to the neck. With her side fringe shaping her pretty face, her beautiful appearance seemed very youthful and girlish.
“It was tough, but I’m happy to be able to help other people. It was a very fulfilling few months. “
Charity was natural and composed as she faced the media reporters, who could not help but sigh. To think that the woman before them had stirred up the calm in Australia’s medical industry.
“Eliza, are you really not planning to return to the entertainment industry? Many fans are waiting for you,” the reporters asked.
“No. I plan to do things I like in the future. I thank the support of my fans throughout these years, and I hereby apologize to them.”
After bowing sincerely, Charity left the airport.
The reporters only managed to take pictures of her back.
Charity appeared too suddenly and left too quickly as well. However, her news shocked the entertainment industry.
Many people found out Eliza had returned.
That was when everyone recalled that Chester seemed to be coming out of jail soon too.
In an Italian restaurant.
Mireya was holding the menu and ordering a generous amount of dishes. After that, she had the waiter serve them two bottles of fine wine. “I’ll treat you guys to this meal to celebrate Lizzie’s return. Eat all you want. Don’t be shy.”
“Don’t snatch this chance from me,” Cate quickly said. “Lizzie, you’re finally back. Mireya and I were very bored during the two months you weren’t here.”
“Oh, please. One of you has a boyfriend, while the other has a husband and children.” The corners of Charity’s lips curled into a grin upon hearing her best friends’ voices.
“It also gets boring seeing our boyfriend and husband every day,” Mireya said with a smile. “How are things going? I heard Max went with you for a month. Is there any progress?”
“I’m not thinking of being in a relationship for now.” Charity changed the topic. “Chester is about to be released soon, right?”
“That’s right. I suddenly realize that three months is too fast. He should’ve been sentenced to jail for three years,” Mireya said with dissatisfaction.
“These three months must’ve felt like the longest period in Chester’s life.” Cate gave Charity a profound glance. “Shaun visited Chester once shortly after he went into jail. However, some commotion seemed to have occurred in the jail afterward, and no one has been allowed to go to jail for visits since two months ago.”
Charity’s eyes glinted, and Mireya nodded. “I think I heard Ryan mentioning it once.”
“You might not know of this yet, but Jewell Corporation got tricked into short-selling some time ago.” There was a hint of playfulness in Cate’s tone. “90 billion dollars was taken out of Jewell Corporation at once, and the perpetrator even managed to escape unscathed. Chester might not know this yet since he’s still in prison.”
“Chester will definitely be furious.” Mireya found it simply satisfying. “But then again, it all seems a little coincidental. Someone shorted Jewell Corporation’s stocks while problems occurred in the jail, and visits aren’t even allowed. It’s scary now that I think about it.”
“This can only mean that… too many people have their eyes on the valuable Jewell Corporation.”
Cate poured some wine for Mireya and Eliza after she spoke. “Lizzie, tell US about your life in Drildool. Look at you. You’ve gotten tanner.”
The topic quickly changed, and Charity started talking about the interesting things that happened in Drildool.
It was past 9:00 p.m. when Shaun gave Cate a call, and only then did everyone get ready to go home.
“Shaun’s car is downstairs.” Cate stood up. “He brought the children to a nearby theme park today before they came over. Maybe the children are sleepy and tired from all the playing.”
“Okay. I’m going in your direction, so I’ll get a ride from you.” Mireya stood up.
As the three of them walked out of the private room, Mireya realized she had drank too much and needed to use the bathroom. “Wait for me.”
After Mireya left, Cate leaned against the wall. The corridor’s dim lights were fluttering, and it made her pretty eyes look hazy. “Lizzie, are you trying to ruin Jewell Corporation?”
“Hm?” Charity turned her head curiously and looked at Cate. “Why do you say so?”
“From your trouble to Chester going to jail and you donating a billion dollars to Jewell Corporation’s non-stop scandals, they all came one after another. The trigger of all of this was you.” Cate’s gaze gradually turned complicated. “Actually, I’ve always thought of myself as smart, but I realize now that Mireya and I might never have understood you as a person.”
“Cate, everyone has their secrets. All you need to know is that I sincerely treat you and Mireya as friends, and I’ve never thought of using you guys.” Charity smiled bitterly. She knew Cate was sensitive enough to notice it.
“I’ve never suspected you.” Cate sighed. “It’s just like when you were humiliated by Chester. You never told US any of those things. If you had told US, Mireya and I would’ve done our best to help you. I’m just a little annoyed that we, as your friends, can’t be of help at all and can only watch as you fight alone and gather allies in secret.”
“It’s fine this way. This is between Chester and me. You shouldn’t put Shaun in a difficult position. Because of you, he had to watch Chester get sent into prison, and he couldn’t even help him with the lawsuit.”
Charity smiled and patted Cate’s shoulders. “It’s good enough.”
At that moment, Mireya returned.
The three of them bid each other goodbye at the entrance.
Shaun, who was in the car, gave Charity a polite nod.
It was late at night when they arrived back at the manor.
After Shaun coaxed the children back to their rooms, Cate came out from a shower. Her fair little face looked charmingly rosy probably from the bath or the wine she drank. Under the yellow lights, her eyes were seductive, and there was an enchanting fragrance emanating off her skin.
The man’s eyes darkened.
Without another word, Shaun lifted her bridal style to the bed and pressed himself on top of her.
“Shaun…” Cate exclaimed. She reached out her hands to push him.
“Leave the talk for later.”
Shaun could not resist himself anymore as he lowered his head to kiss her.
The rationality in Cate’s head immediately disappeared.
In the huge bedroom, things got steamy.
Clothes dropped to the floor one by one.
It only stopped after a long time.
“How much did you drink tonight? Your mouth smells like wine.” After Shaun was satisfied, he hugged Cate in his arms. His voice was raspy.
“Hmph, I drank fruit wine. Doesn’t it smell good?” Cate glared at the man with a cat-like lazy gaze.
“It smells nice. Every scent on you smells good.” Shaun pecked her cheeks. Then, he said with mixed feelings, “Do you like Eliza that much?”
“Yes. You don’t like her?” Cate’s charming eyes became alarmed in an instant. “Because she went against your friend before?”
“I don’t like her, nor do I dislike her. I know Chester was in the wrong. I’m a lawyer. I can differentiate between right and wrong,” Shaun quickly explained. “I just feel that Eliza isn’t that simple. I think I’ve had a lot of experience with people. To be honest, I can’t see through her.” Cate went silent. She suddenly said, ” Actually, I can’t see through her either.
However, I can sense that Eliza treats Mireya and me with sincerity. I’ve found her familiar since the first time I met her. It feels like I’ve known her for a long time.”
Shaun immediately felt jealous. “Did you have that feeling when you first met me?”
“I’m being serious here,” Cate snapped.
“I’m being serious too.” Shaun’s gaze darkened. “I’m jealous.”
“Alright, don’t be jealous. Eliza and I are just friends. You’re the person I love.” Cate kissed him while smiling. ” Maybe I’ll have that strong feeling when I meet you in my next life.”
“It looks like you think you and Eliza were best friends in your past life,” Shaun said resignedly.
“Mm, I have that feeling.” Cate turned to look at him. “Chester will be out of prison soon. I don’t know what Eliza wants to do, but I’m guessing there’ll be competition between those two again.
Chester is your friend, while Eliza is mine. I hope we won’t meddle in their affairs, okay?”
Shaun sighed. “Chester lost billions of dollars and went to jail. Jewell Corporation was greatly impacted as well. Can’t Eliza stop here? To be honest, Chester is much more ruthless than me. He can go to any lengths when he’s driven into a corner. Why don’t you persuade Eliza? When Chester gets out of jail, I’ll hold him back and ask him not to seek revenge. They both can have nothing to do with each other in the future.”
“90 billion dollars was taken away from Jewell Corporation. Do you think Chester will let this slide?” Cate was unconvinced.
“I investigated this matter. It seems like it was done by an overseas team named Reborn. Speaking of this, Reborn is too secretive. A few years ago, they appeared on Wall Street out of nowhere. Then, they disappeared suddenly after earning quite a sum of money,” Shaun said while frowning.
“I’m not sure how Reborn is related to Eliza or if they know each other. However, Chester will surely get revenge on Eliza for this.”
