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?"

her head to look at Keith with a slightly irritated

innocent expression. "Katherine, I swear I never said anything. Noah

The Internet?

the Morans had caused during the press conference had even been destroyed as per her request.

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

her mother's words but this time, she was doubtful, probably due to her concern. "Really? What is Daddy busy

answers. When has Noah become so dependent on Joaquin? She didn't respond immediately as she estimated when

familiar deep voice

became delighted as her eyes met Joaquin's

holding her firmly while allowing her to cling to him. He moved his face

did you only come and see me now? I missed you so

and it made Joaquin's heart melt. He reassured the girl for a moment before looking up at Katherine,

she was certain she could get him out, she couldn't help but feel worried deep down. She had 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 that she would have such

feelings

to Joaquin as well. "You're back,

"You look okay to me. Go get us dinner at the Spring

what to say to that. Seeing Noah's confused look made him realize that he had said something wrong, so he quickly corrected himself. "I was asking if Joe's work

raised his

Katherine before continuing slowly, "Their crab

that. Fine, then! I'll just have