Chapter 1032: "This box costs what she earns in a year. Could she afford something this lavish?” Lillian pressed, her voice laced with skepticism.
"It was a gift from one of her relatives," Daniela clarified.
Lillian cocked her head, her skepticism deepening. "What kind of relative would give such an expensive gift?" Reluctant to make assumptions, Daniela's expression grew thoughtful, mirroring Lillian's concern.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"Dive into it. Verify whether this relative truly gave her the chocolates. If so, arrange for the expense to be covered by her," Lillian instructed, nodding in acknowledgment before exiting the room.
However, she paused at the doorway, turning to add, "If someone else passed them to her, the rumors of your pregnancy might be circulating. Be cautious." After leaving Daniela's office, the cleaning lady crossed the street from the luxurious Elite Lux building. There, obscured by a mask, stood Alexander.
"Has she consumed them?" he asked curtly.
"Yes, she mentioned they were her favorite flavor. She expressed her gratitude," the cleaning lady replied. Silently, Alexander handed her another one hundred thousand dollars and departed without another word. With a sly smile, the cleaning lady pocketed the money.
Daniela had planned to enjoy the chocolates after dinner, which made the cleaning lady believe her claim of them being consumed wasn't entirely deceptive.
Your next tale lives on g V Ino vls,She returned to her duties with a smile.
Meanwhile, Alexander sat in his car, his gaze detached and frosty.
He was deeply unsettled. The thought of Daniela bearing Cedric's child troubled him immensely. If that happened, she would never be able to part ways with Cedric.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmHe knew Daniela well. Plagued by an unstable childhood, she longed for a steady life. The prospect of a child would bind her to Cedric forever, regardless of her waning affections. She would endure any discomfort to create the stable family unit she had always desired.
And where did that leave him in her life? He had to act quickly.
Alexander found Hackett, who was visibly seething with rage.
"Alexander, do you even realize the audacity of your actions? You've om managed to exilefrom the association! Have you forgotten how eagerly you groveled at my feet for a chance when you first started?"
Alexander's gaze was piercing, unwavering. "I had no part in your expulsion. The others lost faith in you, But if you can devise a strategy y that benefits the association, perhaps they'll reconsider your removal." Hackett barked a scornful laugh. "You, of all people, offeringhelp? How absurd."
Unperturbed, Alexander leaned back slightly, his expression composed "Hackett, it's clearlyou're intent on undermining Daniela. Have you discovered her weakness yet?"