A Replacement Bride

Chapter 339

Carmine thought for a moment before her eyes brightened further. "Miss, I'll relay the orders right away!"

She was about to turn around and leave when she remembered something and paused. "As for the Morans…"

Katherine knew what she was about to ask. "I have plans for them."

"Okay." Carmine knew Katherine was smart enough and did not ask any other questions. As such, she left and went about her day.

Katherine remained standing next to the window for a while, her eyes glittering in the night like a cat's. Soon, her phone rang as expected.

Kelvin reported, "Miss Cornell, the process of shifting our headquarters back to Hovington as you ordered will be completed by this week. The chosen location is in the newly developed area in Ewing and the board will return within a week."

She was satisfied by this. "You've worked hard. I'll move someone back to organize the proceedings in Hovington. Your main responsibility is our branch in Kyoland. Make sure to finish what I've assigned you as soon as possible."

"Yes, Miss Cornell," he responded seriously. "I will resolve it as fast as I can and keep you updated."

She hung up before walking into Noah's ward. The girl climbed off the bed rapidly and ran toward her.

"What's all this about?" Katherine was puzzled.

The girl's eyes were red as she looked up at her mother. "Mom, has Daddy been taken away by someone? Is that why he cannot come and see me?"

Katherine froze briefly. "Why do you ask? Who told you that?"

at Keith

yet innocent expression. "Katherine, I swear

The Internet?

been done in private and wasn't reported in the news, not to mention that very few people knew about it. The footage of the chaos the Morans had caused during the press conference had even been destroyed as per her request. As such, several reporters

down at the girl and gently stroked her cheek. "Don't believe what those people say online. Your father is fine. He's just busy right now and will come

but this time, she was doubtful, probably

helpless in the face of the girl's determination to get answers. When has Noah become so dependent on

a familiar deep voice

and became delighted as her eyes met Joaquin's warm gaze.

on like a koala. He laughed and bent over, holding her firmly while allowing her to cling to him. He moved his face close to

come and see me now? I missed you

girl for a moment before looking up at Katherine, a hint of a smile in his soft gaze.

wondered how he was doing and whether those people would do something horrible to him. It had made her utterly anxious. She had never thought

down her feelings and smiled.

to Joaquin as well. "You're back, Joe!

shot an icy look at him. "You look okay to me. Go get

what to say to that. Seeing Noah's confused look made him realize that he had said something wrong, so he quickly

raised his

before continuing slowly, "Their crab cakes and oysters are excellent. Remember

to say to that. Fine, then! I'll just have