Chapter 24
At first glance, Amelia thought the visitor at the door looked somewhat familiar, but she couldn’t quite place him
He took the initiative to speak, I’m Ryder Hartwell Do you remember me?”
She recalled now. Theo’s jealous and resentful younger brother, the only biological son of the Hartwell family.
Amelia had met him a few times before her marriage, and they had shared meals as a family. Later, Ryder pursued his dreams abroad and she
hadn’t seen him since.
But why had he suddenly returned to the country and appeared in the hospital room at this moment?‘ she wondered.
Her gaze didn’t linger on Ryder for more than a moment before it was drawn to Victor’s ever–changing expressions.
Victor, who had just been wearing a bitter and resentful face, suddenly switched to a warm and kind demeanor, his voice turning tender and caring
“Ryder, when did you get back? You must have been in quarantine for days. Why didn’t you let us know in advance! Are you hungry? You’re not dressed warmly enough; don’t catch a cold”
Mid–sentence, he pulled out his phone and called Cheryl, his voice booming, “Ryder is back. Get his favorite foods ready. We’ll be home soon
ce the usually stern and cold–blooded Victor acting so fussily
11, was astonishing to see
Ryder stood his ground, “Dad, it’s our family that has wronged Amelia. If you agree to her requests, I’ll come home with you and stay in the
country.
Victor was silent for a few minutes; because the offer was too tempting.
In truth, he had long been disappointed in Thea and was now trapped by public opinion. With his real son back, he no longer needed to rely on
THEO.
Besides, with Vince pr
present, granting the Hollow family some favor would help mitigate some losses.
After some internal deliberation, Victor made up his mind and tumed to Amelia. “I can agree to your requests, but you must stop your little tricks?”
“For the stock transfer, I want the entire process to be reported publicly, and I want to be formally introduced at the company banquet, Amelia
stated.
Victor gritted his teeth, “Fine! But you cannot be involved in the company’s management,
Amelia smiled playfully, “Deal. Once the contract is signed, Il divorce Theo and have no further ties with him. We won’t make any more revelations online, and all live streaming will be paused. Hope we can have a pleasant cooperation,
As she spoke, Vince gazed at her for a moment. Seeing the light dancing in her clear eyes, like tiny stars, his heartstrings suddenly fluttered.
He had thought she was just a victim in this marriage, destined to be exploited and bullied with no way out. But now, he saw that every step she took was a surprise. Her petite frame held immense courage and strength. She was clear–headed, decisive, and not blinded by immediate gains.
He felt a sense of pride in her.
After the agreement was reached, Theo finally rushed back, panting-
With his hands on his hips and sweat beading on his forehead, he was about to claim credit from his father when he suddenly saw Ryder–the last person he wanted to see.
“Everything is handled. Let’s go home. Don’t make a scene here!”
The idened “Dad, you agreed to transfer the stocks?”
“Yes, we’re listening to Ryder on this,” Victor replied, barely glancing at him, as if he were invisible.
fel a sharp pain, his heart tearing open at an uncanny pace. Memories of being ignored and disdained flooded back.
As long as Ityder was around, he would forever be the dudowy, umeen ligure, a rat hiding in the dark.
He felt a cold, while Tey felt as if she had been hit by a storm of devastation. Not only had she ended up with a fake rich guy, but she was also now
