Chapter 322

Evelyn's slender fingers traced the rim of her teacup as her gaze lingered on her phone screen. The Roscente family scandal still dominated the top three trending topics.

Her fingertip paused when she saw the news about Julian's insomnia caused by the car accident.

Setting down the teacup, she decided to stay out of the Roscente family's mess.

The revelation about Nathan's identity as Julian's illegitimate son surprised her.

She quickly texted Zachary: [Dig up everything on Nathan.]

This man's background was more complicated than she'd imagined. Her previous investigations had always hit a wall.

Zachary replied instantly: [Boss, why the sudden interest in him?]

Evelyn responded: [Just do it.]

Zachary followed up: [I can look into it, but you need to bring bodyguards. After today's news broke, too many eyes are watching you.]

Her reply was brief: [Fine.]

She hated trouble. Even more, she hated being watched.

......

The Langley mansion blazed with light.

Vincent Langley and Isabella lounged on leather sofas.

Isabella wore a pink silk nightgown, the picture of innocence.

Father and daughter exchanged satisfied smiles as they watched the skyrocketing numbers on the tablet.

"Brilliant move, Dad." Isabella eyed her exploding follower count. "I'll land top-tier roles next year."

Vincent smirked. "That little bitch thought she could ruin me? Dream on."

"Dad!" Isabella suddenly shrieked.

Vincent nearly toppled off the couch.

"What the hell?" He clutched his chest.

Ice flashed in Isabella's eyes. "Just ruin her? I want her dead."

Vincent frowned. "Not yet."

"On my wedding day to Adrian." Isabella's red lips curved. "That's the gift I want."

Her smile was sweet. Her eyes held poison.

Vincent nodded. "Don't worry. She won't live long."

Isabella's satisfied gaze narrowed.

At the stairwell, Eleanor Langley covered her mouth, trembling.

She'd never seen this side of her adopted daughter.

......

Valentine Group CEO office.

Victor removed his headphones, face grim as he pressed play.

The Langley father-daughter conversation played crystal clear.

"Sir, why do they want to kill Mrs. Valentine?" Victor's voice tightened. "And why involve your mother?"

Adrian's eyes darkened.