The Forgotten Girl Is Back For Revenge

Chapter 81

“You're still the most meticulous, Alice. Selena complimented her.

Alice glanced at Selena. Her red lips displayed a faint smile, and she said. “Selena.......

Selena shuddered inexplicably. For sreason, Alice’s gaze sent chills down her spine. She was as if being

watched by a

venomous snake.

But soon she composed herself, looking at Alice obediently, and asked, “Alice, what's the matter?”

“We're on the sboat now. You won't be foolish enough to betray us, will you?” Alice smiled gently and said.

Selena felt a jolt of alarm deep down, but her expression remained unchanged. “Alice, what are you saying? | am

where | am today because of you. How could | ever betray you?” she said..

Jeanie idly played with her nails as she warned Selena, “Selena, you know what kind of people my sister and |

are. If you dare to betray us, you know the consequences.”

Selena clenched her hands tightly but smiled gently. “Don’t worry. I'll never betray you; I'm not that stupid,” she

said.

“Good girl,” said Jeanie patting Selena’s head as if she were a pet.

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Meanwhile, Suzanne got into a car. She picked up her phone and called Hailey. They gavethree million

dollars and agreed to letgo to Vogue Magazine.” In between their conversation, she sounded disdainful. “So

stingy! Just three million dollars, and they call themselves wealthy families!” she cursed.

Hailey laughed heartily on the other end and said, “You should be grateful that you received three million dollars

for free.”

Suzanne pursed her lips and said. “I recorded our conversation. What should | do next? Are all your manuscripts

really gone!”

Hailey reassured her, “I have backups of all my manuscripts, so don’t worry. For now, stay hand keep a low

profile. Try to avoid going out too often, and it’s best not to contactfor the tbeing, as I'm concerned they

might harm you. Selena will likely hold a press conference when more unfolds.”

Suzanne nodded and said, “Got it. Alice is a very scheming person. You need to be careful.”

“I will,” Hailey said. After chatting briefly, they hung up.

After school, Owen cto pick up Hailey for dinner. “Do you need my help with the pen nissue?” he asked

in a low

voice.

Hailey took a sip of juice and stretched her arms in satisfaction. “No need. I’ve already settled it,” she said.

Owen took a napkin and gently wiped her lips, his smile warm. “Alright. When does your break start?”

“About a week to go,” Hailey replied.

“Any plans for winter vacation?” Owen asked, helping her put on her gloves and scarf.

Hailey thought carefully for a moment, counting on her fingers. “Actually, I'll be pretty busy. I still have to

prepare for the bet | made with my dad. It’s my first tgetting involved in company matters, and | know many

people will look down on me. | need to be well-prepared”

Owen knew about the bet, as she had mentioned it before. “Have you finalized the actor matter?” he asked.

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Hailey nodded and said, “I still need to find a reliable director

Owen pondered for quite a while and said, “I can recommend someone to you

Hailey’s eyes lit up and asked, “Who is it?”

“Henry Lester Owen explained. “He's a highly experienced director who has retired due to his disappointment

with the entertainment industry. However, his directing skills are exceptional, and he was quite famous in his

earlier days. Perhaps you could try to convince him to cback.”

Hailey instantly felt discouraged, her head drooping like a withered plant. “There's no way | could convince him?

Owen chuckled and ruffled her hair. “How do you know if you don’t try?” he said.

Hailey thought about it and agreed. “Do you know him well? Do you know what he likes?”

Under her expectant gaze, Owen said, shaking his head, “Not really. | don’t know him well, but Grandma. I've

met him a few times and know he’s a director. I've seen his works but never interacted with him in private.”

Hailey sighed and said. “Alright then.”

Seeing her troubled, Owen added, “Just tell him I sent you. I'll give him a call. If he makes things difficult for you,

just walk away. Don’t put yourself through that. He has a notoriously bad temper.”

Hailey pulled out her phone and searched for Henry’s past works. The more she watched, the more amazed she

became. “He directed Romance and Elegance, and so many classic productions! Even war films! He's incredible!

I've seen most of his works!”

Owen nodded in response. “No way! Even if he makes things difficult, | must convince him to make a

comeback!” Hailey

Owen could not help but laugh. “Don’t push yourself too hard. He's not the only person who can direct this type

of film,” he said.

“But he’s amazing!” Hailey’s eyes were full of admiration. Half of the classic s she had watched in the past

turned out to be directed by him.

Owen was displeased, his tone full of jealousy when he said, “You're praising another man right in front of your

boyfriend?”

Hailey blinked and played dumb. “Did I?” she asked.

“Yes, you did.”

Hailey spoke very sincerely, “But he really is amazing!” Owen grew even angrier and turned to leave. Things

were getting out of hand.

Hailey quickly caught up with him, tugging on his sleeve and looking aggrieved. “I'm sorry, okay? I'm at fault,

she said.

In the end, Owen could not help but slow down his pace to let her catch up. “What exactly are you at fault?” he

asked.

“I shouldn't have praised someone else before you,” Hailey replied.

Owen added, “Even secretly admiring someone in your heart is disallowed.”

Hailey nodded obediently and said, “Alright, | promise | won't praise anyone else, not even in my heart.”

Owen's temper cand subsided quickly, and he smiled as he emphasized, “You can only praise me.”

‘So possessive!‘ Hailey thought. However, she nodded repeatedly and said, “Okay, I'll only praise you.”

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“And, Owen sudden

becserious again, “when I'm upset, you have to calldarling. That was a bit too mushy. Hailey hesitated,

and lowered her head, feeling awkward.

“Lethear it,” Owen said.

Hailey bit her lip and said, “It's too mushy”

“How is it mushy? | don’t want to hear it from others. | only want to hear it from you,” he said, his voice coaxing

and low.

“We can do it when we get home. There are too many people around here,” Hailey said, blushing. She was shy

and could not bring herself to say it.

However, Owen insisted, “Say it right here.”

Therefore, Hailey lowered her head and whispered “darling” in a voice so soft that only Owen could hear.

Her voice was as soft as a mosquito’s buzz, but Owen was happy. His beautiful brows and eyes curled into a

smile. “Good girl,” he said.

Hailey lowered her head even more, feeling completely embarrassed. She had never called someone that before,

it was unbearably mushy yet incredibly sweet. Her heart felt like it was soaking in honey; it was so warm and

sweet.

Owen took her hand and said, “Let's go home.” Hailey clung to his arm and hummed in agreement.

The following day, Selena received a court summons early in the morning.