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“She…”
Irene Parrish, Alyssa’s biological mother, was connected to Alyssa by blood. What if Irene had come to visit Alyssa only after learning that she was pregnant?
Ethan seemed to have read Alyssa’s mind. He put his arm around her waist and explained.
“Tyrell’s biological mother and Irene are close friends overseas. If I’m not mistaken, Irene came back this time with two motives. First, she wanted me to go easy on the Kaufman Group. Second, she intended to play on your sympathy to facilitate her stepson’s cooperation.”
Alyssa furrowed her brows. Her memories of Irene dated back to her childhood, yet she had no doubt about Ethan’s words.
“But why did she think coming to me would work?”
“Tyrell thought of a devious plan for her. He told her that if you refused, she should deny being pregnant with twins in front of reporters and the media, claim that you were actually Grace, and ruin your career.”
Alyssa remained silent for a long while. Still, she decided to take a chance, to bet on Irene’s conscience.
But unfortunately, she lost the bet.
How could a vain woman who had abandoned her husband and daughter soften her heart for the daughter she had abandoned?
After being rebuffed, Irene promptly returned and held a press conference.
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She declared that she hadn’t been pregnant with twins and that Alyssa was, in fact, Grace.
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This incident instantly thrust Alyssa into the eye of the storm. However, netizens came to Grace’s defense, speaking out against the injustice.
Grace had worked tirelessly to help her husband’s company, only to be rewarded with his infidelity. She was kind–hearted and actively involved in public welfare, yet the return she got was a betrayal.
Now that she had finally changed her identity and started a new life, what awaited her were the schemes of her biological mother and others.
A post from a loyal fan attracted people’s attention on Twitter.
The fan said, “We dote on and love Grace. We understand her far better than an irresponsible mother like you. If you can recognize her, how could we, who have witnessed her growth like watching a rose bloom, not recognize her? If she chooses not to disclose her identity, we
wholeheartedly hope she can be happy. However, we will never tolerate anyone slandering her.”
Seeing this post, Alyssa, who was in the midst of preparing for another press conference, was left dumbfounded.
Irene was banned and she had no choice but to return abroad in a dejected
state.
In truth, Irene had endured a very tough time over the years. She had moved to a different place for love. Her husband not only had a severe drinking problem but also concealed his marital status from her,
confiscated her passport, and kept her under surveillance.
She not only had to take care of her stepson but also had to work hard to earn a living to support the family.
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Before leaving, Irene went to Peafield Villa, but Alyssa refused to see her.
After the commotion died down, Ethan wasted no time and directly took over the Kaufman Group.
The Kaufman family, which had thrived in Edgecoast for centuries, came to its end.
What took Alyssa by even greater surprise was that Oliver had been hospitalized.
It was reported that after spending ten days in the ICU, Roxie was transferred to a regular ward.
Facing the high costs of treating a vegetative patient, Roxie’s biological parents and brother flat–out refused to foot the bill. Instead, they sneaked into the ward and pulled out her oxygen tube.
It was often said that a bad apple didn’t fall far from the tree. Once Roxie’s parents learned that their daughter was having an affair with her adoptive father, the three of them made a huge scene in front of the Parrish’s house, determined to extort Oliver.
Oliver had already divorced his wife due to Roxie’s affair. After this new debacle, Nyla promptly left with the children.
Oliver was so enraged that his blood pressure skyrocketed, and he collapsed with a cerebral hemorrhage.
The Aguirre family was startled and gave up their plan to blackmail. Without hesitation, they made a quick getaway.
When the servant returned home to buy groceries and then called 911, it was already too late. Oliver had missed the prime time for treatment.
The farce finally came to a close. But then, something unexpected happened. In the hospital ward, Roxie suddenly moved her finger.
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Even though she was in a vegetative state, she could hear what was going on around her.
She heard her biological parents talking about her as if she were a commodity. Her biological brother suggested pulling out her oxygen tube and even said it would be a shame to come to the city this time without finding the old man who had an affair with his sister.
Roxie finally wept tears of remorse.
If she had never done anything to betray Grace, her life would have taken a completely different turn.
But now, all Roxie could do was fade away in endless regret.
On this particular day, in the sunlight room of Peafield Villa, Alyssa excitedly grasped Ethan’s hand and placed it gently on her belly.
“Look! The baby moved!”
The sun was shining brightly, and her lover was right beside her.
All those annoying things were long gone.
