Addicted To The Genius Lady With A Thousand Faces

Chapter 1139:

“Yes,” Cartwright said, his tone unflappable. “Haven’t I always told you? Whatever challenges you face, you can turn to me. My number will always be available for you.”

A wave of gratitude surged through Neil.

Years ago, he’d assumed this enigmatic benefactor had helped him kill his family out of some hidden agenda. Fear had gnawed at him—fear that one day Cartwright would name his price, forcing him into a corner he couldn’t escape, threatening to unearth his darkest sins. But as the years drifted by, Cartwright had never interfered with his life unless he reached out first.

It was proof enough that Cartwright’s help came with no strings attached.

Still, a nagging question had haunted Neil for years: why would such a powerful man take such an interest in him?

Spurred by the moment, Neil finally dared to ask, “Mr. Cartwright… why are you so kind to me?”

father,” Cartwright replied, as if stating an obvious

mind reeling. “Isn’t my father

biological father. The Daniels family was merely an adoptive arrangement I orchestrated for you.” He paused, then continued in a tone laced with quiet gravity, “Have you ever heard of how cuckoo birds lay their eggs

where

his breath coming

Cartwright replied, his tone calm yet cryptic. “When the time is right, you’ll

I

moment is appropriate, I’ll come

Connor isn’t someone you can easily get rid of. How do you

it’s what you want, I’ll make the arrangements. Your

voice brimming with ambition. “I aim higher than that. I don’t just want to lead the Daniels family—I want

“Very well. To atone for not being there to raise you, I’ll do everything in my power to help you