With a smirk, Marco realized that the news of his illegitimacy had stirred up speople.
“Then cater to their wishes and arrange the meeting.”
If they wanted to confront the issue, then he might as well get it over with.
Loraine, who was nearby, overheard the conversation and couldn't help but worry. “Those shareholders probably
won't back off easily. Are you sure you don’t want my assistance?”
Looking at her gently, Marco reassured, “Don’t worry, I'll manage this issue efficiently, and it won't interfere with
our partnership.”
“I'm not just concerned about...” Unable to finish her sentence,
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Loraine merely nodded.
“Alright, just remember to take care of yourself and letknow if you need anything.”
After ensuring a housekeeping service was on its way to clean the apartment, and seeing him finish a bowl of
soup, Loraine finally left for home.
However, she was plagued with worry. Restless, she glanced through her calendar and sent a message to her
staff.
“Clear my schedule for the upcoming days. | have other affairs to attend to.”
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At the Bryant family’s villa, Marina and Laura were browsing online articles, a victorious smile on their faces.
A wave of sentiment had swept through the internet, a swift tide of apologies and sympathies replacing previous
criticisms. Now, Marco was the target of the internet's wrath.
This sudden shift in public favor was a first for the mother-daughter duo.
Laura found her confidence in partnering with Jefferson strengthened.
Engrossed in their victorious bubble, they imagined the prosperous times that lay ahead once they reigned over
the Bryant Group. Their joy mirrored in their sparkling eyes.
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Their celebration, however, was cut short by the abrupt opening of the room's door.
Liza, reminiscent of an enraged lioness, made her presence known, her cane echoing loud against the floor. Her
fury filled the room as she barked, “Speak! Which of you useless fools leaked this information?”
Laura promptly concealed her phone, feigning innocence. “Mom, whatever are you referring to? I'm at a loss
here.”
Liza, shaking with rage, retorted, “Quit your charade! The truth about
Marco's Lineage is out in the open. You dare to tellyou knew nothing?”
Laura acted surprised. “How on earth did that happen? Mom, | swear on my life, Marina and | had no hand in
this. We might be naive, but we can tell right from wrong. How could revealing Marco's true identity serve our
interests?”